October 15, 2022

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This week on my show

3 creepy lists that show everything Google knows about you

Google knows almost everything about you, from your age and gender to your income bracket and marital status. If you want to learn more about its data collection, we've got three easy tips.

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Sick of streaming services? How to find and record your shows for free

Did cutting the cord not turn out to be the money saver you were expecting? You might be doing it all wrong. There is a way to find and record your favorite shows for free, and we'll show you how.

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Browser hack, AI glasses, secret menus on your devices

Kiss your online anonymity goodbye. This browser hack exposes your secrets — even when you're incognito. Also in this podcast, check out these secret phone and computer menus and how to send files from your smartphone to your computer. Plus, insider calculator tools to make life easier and the inside scoop on Google's AI glasses.

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Video from the show

How your TV is ruining the movies you watch

It's Saturday night. You sit down in front of your TV and find the latest blockbuster movie on your favorite streaming service. You press play, and, all of a sudden, you notice something looks, well, off. You can't really explain it, but it just looks different than how you remember when you saw it in the theater. It turns out it's a setting on your brand-new, state-of-the-art TV. Why do these settings exist, and what are they doing to your favorite movies?

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Kim answers your questions

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Drowning in resumes

I need to hire someone, but I can barely manage all the resumes I get when I post a job online. I stick to the free sites to save cash, but I'm feeling like that's the wrong move. Any advice?

You can attract a lot of candidates on those sites, but as you've found, you won't necessarily get the right ones. It's a ton of work sorting through all of that! You might not even find anyone who fits the job.

When I'm hiring, I use LinkedIn Jobs. It can help by matching your role with qualified candidates so you can find the right person quickly. LinkedIn screens for skills and you can use a ton of different tools to narrow down your search. That means so much less work on your end.

Right now, you can post a job for FREE at LinkedIn.com/Kim.

Expensive car troubles

I heard you talking about vehicle protection. I have two teenagers, and my wife and I each have our own cars. If someone's car has a big problem — or if more than one of us does — I don't know how we'll afford it. Do you recommend this for us?

The stress of seeing that check engine light come on is real, and that only gets worse with lots of drivers under one roof. When something breaks, it could cost a fortune. That’s where CarShield comes in. They offer customizable and flexible payment plans with no long-term contracts — plus, you can choose your favorite mechanic or dealership to do the work. They also offer complimentary 24/7 roadside assistance and a rental car while yours is being fixed. I LOVE CarShield. They recently took care of a huge repair bill on my mother's old car.

Call 800-CAR-6000 and mention code KIM, or visit CarShield.com and use code KIM to save 10%.

What's that code?

Hi, Kim! I heard you talk about ExpressVPN but didn't see your code online. How can I get a discount?

Glad to hear you're taking your online privacy seriously. ExpressVPN is so fast and reliable that I forget it's even on. Nothing like using a VPN back in the day ...

Big tech companies match your internet activity to your identity or location by using your public IP address, but with ExpressVPN, no one can see your IP address — no one.

To make it easy, just go to ExpressVPN.com/Kim. No need to put in a special code! Get an extra three months free when you sign up for one year at ExpressVPN.com/Kim.

Upgrade to the printer that saves you a ton on ink costs

Does your printer have enough ink for another year of work reports, tax forms and homework? If you print a lot or wish you could print a lot without worrying about ink, it’s important to have the right printer.

Epson is changing the game with its cartridge-free EcoTank printers that have supersized easy-to-fill ink tanks and come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print thousands of pages! EcoTank makes it easy, so make the switch today.

Add EcoTank to your online shopping list at Target, Walmart and at Epson.com/EcoTankKim. →

Kim's weekly column & tech tip

7 things you should never throw away (or you could be in legal trouble)

Recyclables go in one can, and trash goes in another. But what about all those everyday items you're not sure belong in either spot? In my latest column, my practical advice on what you can toss, what you can recycle and what needs special attention. Spoiler: DON'T toss an old smartphone in the trash.

Tap or click to see what's unsafe (and illegal) to throw out. →

Tech tip: How to quickly find and search photos you’ve sent

Search isn't just made for finding things online. Your text messages and third-party messaging apps contain robust search features, too. Before you scroll endlessly, here's a quick and easy way to find the photos and videos you've sent and received.

Tap or click for Kim's photo-finding secret. →