December 24, 2022

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This week on my show

Sick of slow internet? How to get the fastest connection where you live

Slow internet is just unacceptable these days. We've got you covered if you're looking for the best multi-gig internet plans in 2022. We rounded up some of the speediest and most affordable plans you can find.

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How lockdown mode protects vulnerable people in your life from hackers

Apple's latest mobile operating system introduced security features such as Lockdown Mode, which offers extreme protection against hackers. This limits many of the iPhone's features and functionality and can be a useful tool for people in your life with limited or diminished capacities. Here's what it does and what you need to know when using it.

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Kim answers your questions

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Is cloud backup safe?

We used to do a lot of file backup online but with all of the hacks and ransomware, we're trying to figure out the best way to back up personal and business files. Any suggestions?

Cloud backup is still the way to go. You just need to make sure you're using a safe, reliable company to get the job done. My pick is IDrive. Your data is encrypted with 256-bit AES encryption on transfer and storage. You can set your privacy to the highest level by creating a private key for your account during signup. That means no one but you will have access to your data.

For personal storage, you can get 5 TB of storage a year for just a few bucks. Get your exclusive discount at IDrive.com and use promo code Kim at checkout.

Sick of this old printer

My old printer just isn't cutting it. I tried to print out a few photos, and they looked awful. Help me upgrade!

Epson EcoTank printers offer the perfect mix of performance and reliability, and you can finally ditch expensive ink cartridges. These printers come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print 6,000 colored pages. Plus, the printing quality is great. You'll be able to print photos nice enough to display in your home.

Add the Epson EcoTank to your online shopping list at Amazon, Dell, MicroCenter or at epsonecotank.com/kim.

Home security and data use

I am thinking about getting SimpliSafe for my home but do not have unlimited internet. If I get this system, along with a few cameras, how much data will I be using up on a monthly basis before my general use? And will it slow down my computer or smart television?

SimpliSafe cameras record only when triggered. Different events have different recording times, and the data used also depends on video quality. Here's an example. Say you had a break-in that lasted 5 minutes. With the default quality (720p), that recording would typically be about 30 MB.

You'd need to have several full alarms every single day for a month to reach a gigabyte of data. Allow about 10 MB a day per camera. All the other components run on cellular that's included with the monthly monitoring bill.

Get 20% off your order when you visit SimpliSafeKim.com today. Customize the perfect system for your home in just a few minutes.

Tech advice from pros Kim trusts

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Kim's weekly column & tech tip

Essential privacy and security steps if you unwrapped a tech gift this year

Most tech gadgets are easy enough to set up and start using. But it really is worth taking a few minutes to pop into the settings and make things safer, easier to use and a lot less annoying. In this column, I'll show you how.

Tap or click for Kim's steps to set up your tech. →

Genius trick to find any message you're looking for in seconds

You have hundreds, if not thousands, of text messages stored in your phone. When you need information from a conversation, you can do one of two things: scroll for eternity to find it or perform a search. You can search your text messages for a word or phrase in seconds. Here's how.

Tap or click here to search through messages on iPhone and Android. →