Consumer Tech Update

Before you rush out and buy a new TV, toys or computers, do some checking to see if any big retailers have released their Black Friday or Cyber Monday ads. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim gives some updates as to when and where to buy toys, clothes, tech and more on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple announced some of its new iPad and Mac computers yesterday in Brooklyn just in time for the holiday season. Along with an impressive array of upgrades to the iPad, Macbook and Mac Mini they also announced some significant price increases. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim gives some reasons why Apple products are going start costing more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halloween is a fun time of year for kids to go out all dressed up and wander the neighborhoods getting candy. But, what safety precautions can parents take to make sure their kids are safe trick or treating? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim gives some tips on how parents can use technology to make sure everyone has a safe and fun Halloween. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers use phishing emails constantly to try and steal your data and your money. They use popular brand names so that we think we are receiving emails from those companies. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the top company brands that scammers use as well as what days of the week scammers like to send these phishing emails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does it seem like your internet connection is running slower than usual? It's easy to test your connection speed, but are you getting the internet speed that you're paying for? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at internet connection speeds and gives some tips on how to make sure you're getting what you're paying for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all been able to delete our Google search history in our browser but now Google is allowing users to delete their actual search data. Is Google suddenly being nice or is there another reason for this? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim explores the real reason Google is allowing users to delete their search data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you get an implant in your hand or finger that has all your personal data and financial information on it? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at how some employers are paying for their employees to get chip implants and what this technology could mean for all of us in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cord cutting started with people getting rid of their landline telephones and then moved on to cutting cable in favor os streaming services. Now, cord cutters are ready to make another big move. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at how people are cutting the cord across a variety of services to save some money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like a scene from a sci-fi movie, robots are taking to the streets in Manhattan to help police catch criminals. Is "Robocop" actually becoming a reality? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the use of security robots in New York City and how this can help keep the streets a little safer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple comes out with new hardware closer to the holidays and this year is no exception. But what can we expect to see? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim talks about when is the best time to buy new Apple products and what new gadgets we can expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to find out what information tech companies have on you?  Want to see your Google search history? Now you can. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at how companies like Apple and Google are now offering users the ability to see what data they have collected on them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers often rely on scare tactics to manipulate people out of fear. While most people are smart enough to see through these tactics, many are still getting duped. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update Kim looks at a big extortion email scam that has been playing on many people's fears and stealing their money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There have been so many "accidental" emails and messages that have been sent out to people or groups that they're not supposed to go to. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at what's behind many of these accidental messages whether it's a false text message or an email that went to the wrong people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thirty million Facebook users had their accounts hacked and the criminals got a lot of personal information. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim talks about what personal information was stolen from Facebook users as well as what they can do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black Friday is coming up quick and now is the time to start putting together your shopping plan. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at some of the Black Friday deals that have already been revealed so you can add them to your holiday shopping list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Thanksgiving coming up fast, many of us need to get moving on purchasing airline tickets. But, when can you get the best deals on airfare? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim has 3 ways to make sure you score the lowest fare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the heels of Apple's new iPhones, Google released its new Pixel 3 phones with some new features.  Does the Pixel 3 have some features that set it apart is it more of the same old stuff?  In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at some of the specs of the Pixel 3 phones and what really sets them apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you ever use Google's social media site called Google Plus? Apparently, not many people do but if you did your data might have been taken. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at Google's revelation that a security flaw exposed user data for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Apple Watch Series 4 has a lot of upgrades from it's overall design to many new functions for users. It can also save your life. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at the new Apple Watch and its ability to monitor the well-being of its wearer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Believe it or not, October is not the best time to buy new tech.  Why is that? In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim talks about the lack of deals for new technology this month and when is the best time to buy that new smartphone or tablet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices