You've probably heard us talking about credit card skimmers in the past. That's why you jiggle the card reader every time you pay for gas, to make sure a crook hasn't rigged it to steal your credit card information. Unfortunately, criminals have figured out how to bypass the "jiggle system" and can now steal your card data anyway. But you're not without options.

Web-connected cameras can be great security and monitoring tools that can help keep your home safe. They offer peace of mind and allow you to watch your home from wherever you are. But what if a hacker could take control of your cameras? That's what's happening around the country right now with a popular cam, and families are being terrorized in their own homes.

Several months ago, a dangerous bug was discovered in iOS 13 that allowed attackers to lock people out of their iPhones. Since the bug was part of the operating system, users had to endure the glitch or turn off a useful built-in feature. But now, Apple has released an update that gets rid of the flaw and there are a few cool new options as well.

Like many tech companies, Microsoft has users create an account to access its services. But recently, a massive series of data leaks included accounts linked to Microsoft Services Accounts. User's emails were exposed, and Microsoft fears anyone who recycles their passwords for several sites may be at risk of getting hacked. The company is urging users to reset their passwords ASAP.

Mike Vetter has loved cars all his life. Instead of just drooling over wildly expensive supercars, though, he decided to build his own. His first creation? A Lamborghini replica he sold for $28,000. Twenty years later, he's built and sold hundreds of custom cars — some for hundreds of thousands of dollars. Mike shows Kim his impressive collection.

In this episode of Komando On Demand, Kim talks to a mom who banned her kids from using technology for 30 days. You’ll never believe the results. Plus, a warning for the students in your life: Put down the smartphone in class. Here’s why. And Uber recently released its first-ever safety report. The data might make you rethink ridesharing services.

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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.

Navigating the digital world can be intimidating and sometimes downright daunting. But I'm here to help! Do you want to cut the cable? Maybe you’d like advice on starting your own online business. Or perhaps someone in your family is misusing tech and you need some help.

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