Consumer Tech Update

When someone dies, scammers waste no time setting up a Facebook group in their name. What they do next is downright unsettling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your internet feeling slow? Someone could be mooching off your Wi-Fi. Boot those intruders with this quick podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new AI features were supposed to make this phone a winner. But that’s not how it’s playing out. Here’s why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to turn your home into a haunted house? Your Amazon Echo and smart doorbell are about to get scary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are already countless reasons to be wary of social media influencers. This latest one might even help them skirt the law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You ask your chatbot a ton of personal questions. But does it have to keep your secrets? The answer may surprise you.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Hurricane Helene, a group quietly stepped in before anyone else. Now, after Milton hit Florida, they’re back, but rarely make the headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LexisNexis collects data on your finances, jobs, and location — all in a report you probably have, even if you’ve never heard of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane Milton is barreling toward Florida, and cell service might be the first thing to go. Got friends or family in the path? I'll share what they need to know to stay connected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your phone’s Emergency SOS can be a lifesaver in a crisis. Here’s how to use it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deadly hurricane struck without warning, but a tool that could have predicted it wasn’t shared with the public. Find out why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting prescriptions online? Sure, it’s convenient. But that convenience could come with serious risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tomorrow kicks off Amazon’s October Prime Day sale, where prices on big-screen TVs and tech get slashed. The deals are real — but so are the risks. Here’s why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s one hack you need to know before you set sail. It’ll save you money and keep everyone connected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're tracking more than criminals — they’re recording your bumper stickers, yard signs, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think those fun filters on Snapchat are harmless? Don't be so sure. I’ll tell you why, in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your phone says "5G" but are you really getting the fastest speed? Don’t be so sure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The chatbot is changing the way we work. Is it worth spending $20 a month on? Find out the pros and cons in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wonder what it’s really like to ride in a self-driving car? There’s one recent story that might make you hold off.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You get hundreds of emails every day, but how can you tell which ones are out to scam you? I’ll share what to watch for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices