In this Digital Life Hack, Kim walks you through everything you need to do to keep your Apple or Android smartphone running smoothly. Improve your battery life, increase your phone's available memory and say goodbye to unexpected crashes and restarts. Kim tells you which apps hog your storage, how to check for malware, why you need to keep up with updates and much more.

There's no question Amazon dominates the online shopping world. But you might not like just how much the tech giant knows about you. If you want to get the most out of Amazon without sacrificing your privacy, it’s time to optimize your profile settings so the company (and advertisers) know as little about you as possible. These five critical security settings will give Amazon access to just the bare necessities of your personal data.

Deleting an important text can be a real pain. If you've scoured your messages and just can't find what you're looking for, we can help. In this Komando DIY, we've got a few tricks for iPhone and Android users to get those deleted texts back in a snap.

Amazon and its partners have developed more than 100,000 Alexa skills, and they run the gamut of uses – from workflow to domestic life to entertainment to safety to whimsical party tricks. Here are several exciting ways that your Alexa device can assist you.

We've all been there: You meet someone new in your business or personal life and want to know more. You do a Google search and maybe look for the person on social media sites like Facebook or LinkedIn. But did you know there's a way to get even more information from reliable sources? Kim shows you how to dig up dirt on anyone, without having to pay those shady people search sites.

If you want to keep your online activity to yourself, it’s time to move beyond your browser’s built-in privacy mode. In this Digital Life Hack, Kim will show you a few options to stay hidden, including alternative browsers and a search engine that won’t track or sell your info. But the one trick to really protect your privacy? Watch to find out.

Are you tired of weeding through the videos that seem interesting but end up being a disappointment? Stop wasting hours of your life searching YouTube feeds and follow my Kim Komando channel instead! I'll show the videos you actually want to watch and keep you up to date with the latest technology, news and those incredibly cute videos!

The Kim Komando Show airs from coast to coast on 400 radio stations and on demand. Use our handy station finder to see how you can listen in your area. Every show is packed with all the latest tech news, digital tips and security info you need to stay safe. Don't miss this weekend's episode!

Your Amazon Echo can do so much more than answer your questions. In my eBook, "How to Use Your Amazon Echo: Tips and Tricks," you'll learn everything you need to know to become a pro. I'll show you how to set it up all the way to how it can endlessly entertain you in your living room, your kitchen and your bedroom. You will also learn the necessary tools to have your Amazon Echo help you in an emergency.

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