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Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008 Your e-mail address will never be sold to anyone, ever. I promise!		Today's top stories... Cell phone can unlock car, start engine Sophisticated Japanese cell phones just got a new feature. Owners can unlock and start a car without using keys. The phone acts as a wireless key. It will work on certain Nissan cars. Google phone to debut Oct. 22 T-Mobile users can get the G1 for just $179, with a two-year contract. That makes the Android-powered phone $20 less than the iPhone. It will rely on Wi-Fi and 3G networks for data service. Music industry settles online royalty issues Several complicated fee structures for online music use have been worked out. This may lead to more sophisticated music services. But troubles facing Internet radio have not been resolved. Google Chrome's shine is fading Chrome's market share is slipping. Analysts say Google is not interested in fighting other browsers. Rather, Chrome is intended to compete with Microsoft Office. Have you tried Chrome? Firefox update fixes critical issues A new Firefox update fixes five security vulnerabilities. Two are rated critical. These may allow criminals to run code on your computer. It's time to update your browser. Complaints pour in about digital TV The first city to switch to digital TV had some trouble. Many couldn't access certain stations. This could be a problem nationally in February. Are you worried about the DTV switch? Sound off on my Message Board. Multicore chip sales may be slowed by software Multicore chips promise giant leaps in computer performance. But software isn't keeping pace. Few programs are able to utilize multicore processors fully. Time brings back Life on Web Publishing giant Time is bringing back Life magazine. The magazine known for its iconic images will now be Web-based. The site will publish around 3,000 images every day. Every day, Team Komando produces some of the best content you'll find anywhere on the Internet. Here is a sampling of what's new on our site today! • Enter to Win: Today only, enter to win AutumnWave's OnAir GT ($179 VALUE) during the Komando.com Giveaway of the Day. Tomorrow, you have a chance to win a BedandBreakfast.com Getaway Gift Card ($150 VALUE). • Video of the Day: An angry cat can be feisty. What if that cat could box? Don't worry. It's more cute than scary. • Cool Site of the Day: Ready to make a masterpiece with your home movies? Get this free DVD-authoring program. • Digital Minute, on your radio: Like it or not, e-mail is forever. A mis-sent e-mail can make you look terrible. I'll tell you about a recent flub. • Free Download of the Day: Surf the Web, wherever you go. I'll give you some free wireless hotspots tools to help. • Tip on the site: Security issues are all too common with computers. Don't let yourself become a victim. Learn from one of my listeners! There's more below, but first a word from us... A Flexible Stand for All Your Hand-Helds! position or attach your hand-held devices almost anywhere. From cell phones, to GPSs, to MP3/MP4 players, to PDAs, to digital cameras, handles practically any device in virtually every situation! BUY NOW Other Items of Interest Deter Intruders with a Fake Camera Fire-Resistant Document Bag Set up a safe Facebook profile Social-networking sites are a great way to stay connected. But privacy and security are key. Facebook has some great tools for keeping your profile secure. Improving cellular reception at home You've likely had dropped calls while in your house. Getting cellular reception in the home is always a pain. But there are several things you can do about it. See you tomorrow! Kim :)

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