If you’ve listened to my show or read my newsletter for a while, you know I’m a car gal. There really isn’t much rhyme or reason to my car collection; you might see me rolling around in my 1946 Chevy truck, 1964-1/2 Mustang or 2015 gull-wing SLS Mercedes. My daily ride is my G-Wagon.

I always pay special attention to the automotive tech at CES. Sure, this year’s show in Vegas revealed flying taxis and Honda’s DMC DeLorean clone. But let’s check out some of the tech coming to our cars sooner rather than later. I’m talking about things like:

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Color me shocked. I knew you’d like the CES updates about new tech coming down the pipeline, but wow, I got so many notes about how much you enjoyed it.

I aim to please, so here we go with the rest of the gadgets, gizmos and updates you’ll want to know.

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I’m always astounded by the number of people who go to the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. This year, over 130,000 attendees and 4,000 exhibitors are descending upon the city. CES used to be the least profitable week in Vegas for casinos since no one was gambling … but it was still the biggest week for prostitution. Go figure.

Here are a few items that have caught my attention at this year’s CES — for better or worse.

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I’ve been in tech forever, and can honestly say this was one of the biggest years for technological advancements. Generative AI took center stage, and ChatGPT became a household name. Heck, I use it almost every day.

But this year also had its fair share of bloopers. From a missing submarine full of millionaires to lab-grown meat, let’s look back.

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Remember when you’d go to Costco and buy DVD movies? Some habits are hard to break and I’m embarrassed to admit I buy a ton of movies on Apple and Amazon. That’s why the news coming out now surprises even the cynical me.

Buying a digital movie isn’t like purchasing a physical copy. The movie maker or distributor can’t come into your home’s DVD player and say, “Sorry, this is not yours to watch anymore.” When you “buy” a digital copy of a movie or show, they can do just that, and poof, you lost the movie and your money. 

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When it comes to tech myths, I’ve heard ‘em all. That’s why I’m here — to help you keep a handle on what’s real and what’s not. For each of the myths below, I’ve got a step you can take to stay safe or a tech rule of thumb to live by. 

Myth: Private browsing is totally private.

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The iPhone 15 Pro Max with tons of storage costs $1,599. The Razor Blade 18 gaming laptop starts at $2,899.99. Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay H95 over-the-ear headphones? $999.

You get the point. Tech can set you back a whole lot of money. That’s why you should take every freebie you can get — with one caveat. Security programs, antivirus and VPNs are common honeypots for scammers. This list, though, you can trust.

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Apple’s fall device drop gets all the love, but Google wants you to remember it’s here, too — with lots of shiny new tech and some seriously impressive AI upgrades coming soon to a phone near you.

Let’s break down everything Google just announced and see how the Pixel 8 stacks up against the new iPhone 15.

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We moved and have a box filled with old flip phones and non-working calculators. I would rather not just dump them in the local landfill. Do you know anyone who recycles or uses the material in the devices?

— Harvey in Tucson

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]]> 894733 https://www.komando.com/technology/phrases-tech-has-killed-off/894103/ Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000

I’m sure you remember this: “You hang up first.” “No, you hang up first.” Not quite as romantic when you fumble for the end call button on your iPhone, eh? As times change and our tech changes, so do the phrases we use.

Let’s take a little trip down nostalgia lane, something different in our quest for the ultimate tech know-how. It’s gonna be fun, I promise. See how many you’ve said at least a few times in your life:

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]]> 894103 https://www.komando.com/technology/best-places-for-tech-jobs/891077/ Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Los Angeles is the spot for actors. Want to get into the advertising business? Move to New York. Ready for your big music break? Nashville is calling.

What about tech? Silicon Valley comes to mind, but it’s not the only hub.

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It’s been the perennial problem with smart home tech: Nothing talks to each other. Your Ring doorbell, Nest thermostat and Wyze light bulbs are all great, but opening three different apps is annoying. Tech companies aren’t really known for cooperating.

That’s why this news is such a huge deal. Something called “Matter” is a new smart home standard that lets all your devices communicate without the cloud. You need to know about it so you don’t waste money.

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]]> 888518 https://www.komando.com/technology/attack-ads-go-deepfake/888424/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Way back in 1934, writer Upton Sinclair swept the Democratic primary for California’s gubernatorial election. One of his opponents needed something big to beat him. What came out of that was one of the dirtiest campaigns in history — and the first on-screen attack ad.

Hollywood directors created short “news” segments that aired before movies featuring residents and so-called experts. Yeah, all the content was fake.

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]]> 888424 https://www.komando.com/technology/ai-risk-of-extinction/887767/ Tue, 30 May 2023 17:45:00 +0000

This morning, 350 of the world’s most prominent business executives, researchers and scientists signed a statement saying that artificial intelligence (AI) poses a “risk of extinction” on par with pandemics and nuclear war. 

Let me say it another way … The same people who created AI say that AI can wipe out humanity. 

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That’s where the pros at my sponsor Dell come in. We use Dell gear at Komando HQ. Dell laptops, PCs and servers power my national radio show, podcasts, this newsletter and everything else we do.

If you’re shopping for your small business, side hustle or new venture, you can chat with a small business expert for free advice on the right hardware. No obligation to buy, either.

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]]> 885316 https://www.komando.com/amazon/cute-tech-gifts/867216/ Wed, 30 Nov 2022 08:30:00 +0000

What’s the best thing to give that person who already has it all? There are only so many gadgets and gizmos out there. Tap or click for ways to save money on holiday gift shopping this year.

Short of crafting something with your own hands, is it possible to make an unforgettable impression this Christmas? We can help. Shopping for holiday gifts just so happens to be one of our most-loved activities.

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]]> 867216 https://www.komando.com/amazon/memorial-day-deals-2021/790939/ Tue, 25 May 2021 08:30:00 +0000

Are you ready for Memorial Day weekend?

While we should all take a moment to acknowledge and honor the men and women who gave their lives serving our country in the U.S. military, it’s also important to celebrate the legacy of freedom they left behind.

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]]> 790939 https://www.komando.com/amazon/summer-tech-gadgets/789535/ Sun, 16 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Everyone looks forward to spending their summer vacation with friends, family and, most importantly, the latest gadgets.

Whether you’re at the beach or relaxing in the tranquillity of your backyard, there’s a perfect device waiting to keep the good vibes going. But which tech is right for your vacation needs?

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]]> 789535 https://www.komando.com/technology/futuristic-tech-predictions/784734/ Sat, 03 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.komando.com/?p=784734

In the ’60s, “The Jetsons” was a popular TV show with flying cars and crazy vacations to distant planets. Even Disney World featured portions of its theme parks to showcase what the future would be like in the distant 2000s. In fact, pop culture was and still is obsessed with fantastical views of future life, like we saw in Disney’s Tomorrowland.

Experts suggested that we would live on the moon and vacation on Mars. Traffic would be a thing of the past as we jetted through the skies in flying cars. Better yet, why drive when you can teleport instantly? Tap or click here to see strange tech that actually exists.

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]]> 784734 https://www.komando.com/gadgets/sell-your-old-tech-decluttr/784357/ Tue, 30 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000

When you upgrade your devices, what do you do with the old tech? Most of us hang on to it just in case we might need it again. But truthfully, it will only end up in that one drawer collecting dust.

Shoving old technology into a cupboard not only takes up unnecessary space, but it’s stopping you from making a bit of extra cash by not getting rid of it. According to a recent study, Americans have amassed $43 billion worth of unused tech. Tap or click here to find out how to get paid $2,400 to ditch tech for 24 hours.

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