The Current powered by Kim Komando

Google changing your account, Apple's Siri mistake, celebrity parents

Feb 11, 2022
Joining the discussion are Ben Bradley, News Director at commando.com, who shares crucial tech tips about Google’s upcoming account changes, Allie Seligman, a content expert revealing privacy concerns around Apple’s Siri, and Matthew Heffel, a millennial voice who dives into celebrity parenting trends. They cover the proactive steps users need to take for better account security, the quirks of online privacy, and the fascinating stories of famous parents in today’s digital age.
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ANECDOTE

Geomagnetic Storm Hits Starlink

  • A recent geomagnetic storm caused 40 out of 49 newly launched Starlink satellites to fall out of orbit.
  • This disrupted internet service plans illustrating space weather's impact on technology.
INSIGHT

Password Habits Haven't Improved

  • Even 20 years after widespread password use, many still use poor passwords like "123456" and "password."
  • Creating easy-to-remember but complex phrases with symbols and numbers significantly improves security.
ANECDOTE

Kim's Bad Date Story

  • Kim Komando shared a bad date story where her suitor proposed living in the same house but separate wings.
  • She left the restaurant instead, realizing it symbolized why their relationship couldn't work.
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