April 9, 2022

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This week on my show

10 hidden Gmail features you should be using

Most Gmail users just use this resource to send and receive emails. Maybe you even sort them into labels. But there's a lot more Gmail can do. You can schedule messages, undo sent emails and even add a delegate who can read, send, and delete your email messages.

Tap or click here for 10 ways to make the most of Gmail. →

Quick check to make sure no one is spying on your computer

Spyware can slow down your computer and let hackers watch you through your webcam. They can even log every stroke you make. Here are three ways to throw spies off of your digital trail.

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Streaming services are declining

Are viewers overwhelmed by the sheer amount of streaming services out there? How will this impact the future of streaming? Listen to this one-minute podcast for my prediction.

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Why don’t we all have jetpacks?

Over 60 years ago, engineers developed the first personal flying backpack or jetpack. With all of the technological advances since then, why aren’t we all flying around the skies? There is a scientific reason why jetpacks are challenging to bring to fruition.

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Kim answers your questions

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I need help around the house

With all the scams and crooks online, how do I find a reliable handyman to help me with some projects around the house? I can't afford to get ripped off.

You've come to the right place. Spotting scams is harder than ever, and you can't trust Google results or many of the apps and sites out there that list home pros.

I've been using Angi, a sponsor of my national radio show, and I can't get over how easy it is to find the right person for any project. You can search through thousands of qualified pros right there in the app and read through real reviews left by real users. I used it to find a new landscaper, and I couldn't be happier.

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Drowning in all these 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.

Using GoodRx with Medicare

This morning you sent an email touting GoodRx. I am sure it saves a lot of people some change, but since I have Medicare coverage I cannot use their coupons.

Now, this isn't quite a question, but I knew I needed to address it. You can use GoodRx! To be clear, GoodRx can’t be used in combination with Medicare, but it can be used in place of Medicare. And depending on your medication and pharmacy, you may end up with a cheaper price using GoodRx instead.

With GoodRx, you can find discounts up to 80% for your prescriptions at over 70,000 pharmacies, like CVS, Kroger, Walgreens, Rite-Aid, Vons and Walmart.

Go to GoodRx.com/Kim and start saving up to 80% on your prescriptions today!

Tech advice from pros Kim trusts

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Kim's weekly column & tech tip

Revealed: Secret words IT pros use to describe YOU

If you know anyone who works in tech support, they may have told you about their inside lingo. If not, get ready to be shocked. I've got a list of 10 secret words IT professionals use to describe customers like you. You won't believe what they actually mean.

Tap or click here to find out what those IT pros really think about you. →

Best smart LED lights for the money

Want to bathe your home in all the colors of the rainbow? Just buy a multicolor smart bulb. You can light up your bedroom with wonderful orange, pink and purple colors. You can even light up multiple rooms with great colors with the correct bulb. Here are the best smart LED lights for any budget.

Tap or click here to brighten any room with spectacular colors. →

WEEKEND JOKE

What are the strongest days of the week?

Saturday and Sunday. The rest are weak-days.

I thought that was a pretty good joke. I feel like we all could use a good laugh right now. You know what else we all could use? To stay up to date on everything going on in the digital world. Why not sign up for one of my daily newsletters so you can keep your finger on the pulse of tech?

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