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You never hear anyone say, “This router is amazing. It changed my life!” It’s sad because that little guy controls your entire home’s internet.
When’s the last time you looked to see who’s logged into your accounts? Yeah, I thought so.
Can you trust it? And if you’re selling, how can you make sure it actually reflects your home’s true value?
Breaking news and tips
Insurance rates rising, here’s what you can do
My car insurance just jumped 32%. No, I didn’t get into an accident or rack up a few speeding tickets. Since 2020, car insurance rates have skyrocketed by 37%, and in 2024 alone, they climbed another 16.5%. Some states saw hikes of over 50%!
Even if your ride isn’t fresh off the lot, you’re paying the price.
🚗 New cars = $$$ repairs
Bumpers used to be, well, bumpers. Now? They’re loaded with radar sensors, cameras and computers for crash prevention and parking assist. Even a minor fender bender can cost thousands to fix. But there’s more…
💡 LED headlights are brighter: Gone are the days of swapping out a $20 bulb. A new LED headlight? $1,500 or more.
⚡ EVs cost more to repair: On average, EV repairs cost $6,618, compared to $4,437 for gas-powered cars. Why? Battery replacements, software issues and the average EV repair take 20 days. That’s 40% longer than gas cars.
🛠️ Aluminum is lighter: Manufacturers use aluminum to boost fuel efficiency and safety, but it’s harder to repair than steel and costs more.
💰 How to save on your car insurance
- Review your coverage – Do you really need full coverage on an older car? Raising your deductible can lower your monthly payment.
- Ask about discounts – Got an anti-theft system? Accident-free record? Defensive driving course? Call your agent and ask what you qualify for.
- Try usage-based insurance – If you don’t drive much, programs like Mile Auto or Nationwide SmartRide could save you 30% or more.
- Bundle up – Combining auto, home, life or even pet insurance with one provider can unlock serious discounts.
- Compare rates – Use sites like The Zebra or Insurify.
🧭 What about those trackers
“Just pop a tracker in your car, and boom, lower rates!” Sounds good, right?
Well, that device tracks your speed, braking and every trip you take. I hear you: “Kim, our phones already track us.” True, but I’m not handing over even more data for a tiny discount.
Bin it to win it!
🧳 Say goodbye to clutter this spring.
- Put away your winter clothes with 20 vacuum-sealed bags.
- Up your car’s legroom with a net pocket (20% off) that hooks right on the ceiling.
- Slip an airplane organizer over your tray table, so your stuff’s always within reach.
- This stroller organizer (10% off) has plenty of pockets. No more juggling bags.
- These hanging storage pockets (12% off) are perfect for stashing your shoes, purses and the kid’s toys.
🛍️ Dress to impress: Keep your fancy suits and dresses looking as sharp as you with some garment bags (8% off).
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Stop making these AI mistakes
If you’re not using AI in your business or professional life yet, guess what? Your competitors are and they’re getting ahead. Time to change that.
The secret to making AI actually useful? Asking the right questions. A lazy prompt gets you a lazy answer. A smart one is where the magic happens. Here are three power-packed AI prompts to start using today.
📱“Can I use your iPhone?” Sure, but let’s keep it to a single app, no snooping around. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Guided Access to toggle it on. Open the app, triple-tap your right-side button and press Start. When they’re done, triple-click the side button again to enter your passcode or Face ID to unlock it.
Tasting digital food in virtual reality: Scientists are developing tech that detects taste molecules, converts them into electrical signals and sends them to a mouthpiece that releases chemicals to mimic flavors. They can already transmit these signals from California to Ohio. Penne for your thoughts?
Amazon vs. The Consumer Product Safety Commission
The feds say Amazon’s liable for unsafe third-party products. Amazon’s counter? The Safety Commission itself is unconstitutional.
Apple’s shiny new modem: The iPhone 16e is the first iPhone to feature Apple’s own C1 modem, marking a move away from Qualcomm. So how’s it doing? Depends on your carrier. On AT&T and Verizon, the 16e had better download and upload speeds than the regular iPhone 16. But on T-Mobile, the iPhone 16 still had slightly better upload speeds.
$5.7 million
The world’s most expensive and rarest dog. He’s the first wolf and Caucasian shepherd mix called a “wolfdog.” At 8 months old, he already weighs 165 pounds. Speaking of … I can’t take my dog to the park as all the ducks keep trying to bite her. My fault for getting one that’s pure bread.
The Kim Komando Show Preview: ChatGPT called him a murderer
A man searched his name on ChatGPT. It said he killed two of his kids. He didn’t. Plus, Apple’s intelligence troubles, a warning for “Call of Duty” cheaters, and billboards in space are on the way.
🍕 Serving up files: Try File.pizza to send large files from your computer without using up your cloud’s storage space. Just drag and drop it into your browser, set a password if you’d like (yes) and hit Start. You’ll get a link and a QR code to share. Keep the site open until whoever you send it to downloads it. Once you click out, the file is gone.
Space advertising: Imagine stepping outside to look at the stars … and seeing a giant glowing billboard in the sky. That could soon be a reality, with Russian companies planning to launch swarms of laser-equipped satellites to project light into Earth’s low orbit. The kicker? There’s no global ban on this yet.
Pay for your Apple Watch with FSA/HSA funds
Apple Watches can be life-saving, but they’re not cheap. If you have an FSA or HSA, you may be able to get reimbursed.
🌐 Protecting undersea internet cables: I’m not sure if you know that they carry 95% of the world’s internet traffic and are a known target for sabotage. Now, there’s new tech that can “listen” for vibrations in the cable’s light signals — like if a diver touches it or a ship drags an anchor too close.
Egg prices got you scrambling?
Rent a chicken. Seriously. Rent The Chicken lets you “borrow” hens for fresh eggs at home. For about $140 a month, you’ll get two hens, a portable coop, feed and instructions to keep them happy. Expect one to two dozen eggs per week.
Meet your future robot coworker
Humanoid robots have come a long way. In 2000, Honda’s $2.5 million ASIMO could barely shuffle along at 1 mph. Now, robots are running, flipping and handling customer service. Let’s dive into the robot revolution.
🚘 Buy a car, get $2,300: You’ll score that in Amazon gift cards if you shop on Amazon Autos. You can see prices up front and customize your ride right from your couch. When you’re ready, schedule a pickup, sign the paperwork at the dealership and drive off. In about two weeks, you’ll get two emails from Amazon, each with a $1,150 gift card.
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This is not humerus
👩⚕️ Feeling your best is serious
- Got foot pain? These compression socks (11% off) help bring relief.
- This eye massager (27% off) has built-in heating pads to soothe headaches.
- A no-touch thermometer (33% off) takes the fuss out of temp checks. Remember when there was mercury in there?
- On the go? A travel pill organizer keeps your daily routine on track.
- Deep clean your jewelry, retainer and more with an ultrasonic cleaner (13% off). Sparkly!
😉 You deserve extra: Click here to explore even more health and fitness goodies you didn’t know you were missing.
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Coming to Google Gemini: Show to tell
Soon, you can open up your phone’s camera with Google Gemini to know what you’re seeing or answer questions in real time. Watch it in action. Now, imagine all the uses from knowing what you’re looking at when traveling to identifying a skin rash that your doctor will say, “You’re a sight for psoriasis.” (I saw you smile!)
Over $45,000
Round-trip tickets for two from Chicago to Munich. That’s if you book Lufthansa’s new “Allegris” first-class double suites. You get to enjoy a 27-inch video screen and a shared bed so you can easily … relax together and join the mile high club.
👩⚖️ Hailey Bieber v. haters: You just won’t talk to someone who trolls you on social media. If you’re a Bieber, no way. A viral TikTok video and a YouTube series are calling Hailey Bieber a bully for supposedly liking a mean post about Selena Gomez’s fiancé, Benny Blanco. Now, she’s lawyering up with Lisa Moore, who helped Cardi B win a $4 million defamation case.