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Making the digital world easy to understand is what Kurt The CyberGuy does best. Kurt brings his energetic, fun loving, technology guide to FOX40 MORNING NEWS viewers every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning.


Mile High Hacker Threats
Kurt the Cyberguy - 07/04/08
The new wireless internet on flights has also opened the skies to a new threat that could make its way past airport security. Our CyberGuy shows how hackers may be sitting near you, sending out a bogus wifi signal and stealing from more than your carry-on bag.


DNA Download
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/25/08
Do-it-yourself genetic testing can tell a lot about yourself - like how likely you are to develop heart disease. Kurt the CyberGuy gets a read on his own DNA from a new industry now coming under fire by the government..


Google Gas
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/23/08
A gadget on Google now gives you the nearest pump with the cheapest price. Kurt the CyberGuy shows you how to activate this money-saving free feature to get an edge on a fill-up.


Get Smart: Spy Gear
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/20/08
Kurt the CyberGuy puts both Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway to the test to see if their big screen spy skills rubbed off in real life. You won’t believe which actor was able to find 4 hidden spy cams first.


The Disneyland Home
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/16/08
It's all new. Disneyland is launching a new home of the future complete with 3D dragons and a remote controlled world you have to see to believe. Kurt gets a first look at the future Disney theme park's newest exhibit and how your future might change the way you entertain, cook and sleep.


Digital TV Converter Boxes
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/13/08
Outspoken 70+ year young Francine is not your regular gal. But she does share a very similar problem to many people heading toward digital television stuck behind an old analog steering wheel. Kurt answers her rescue calls and helps turn this senior's old TV to the new digital format…but not without some serious glitches.


Digital Daddy Dearest
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/09/08
From rough and tough to rock n’ roll and all the digital gear for every dad in between, Kurt shows us how to put a smile on Dad’s face for every budget.


Super Save Travel Package
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/06/08
Airfare prices maybe up but we just found a new map to cheaper hotels for your summer vacation. Plus Kurt is first with the launch of a site that picks the best hotels rooms and steers you away from a bad night’s sleep.


Futuristic Photo Album
Kurt the Cyberguy - 06/02/08
Imagine logging online to simulate flying across the Earth’s surface until you come across your very own photo -- at the exact location you took it. That’s the future of how you’ll be viewing your family vacation photos down the road. Kurt shows us how even a 10-year-old will be able to create this viewing experience in under a minute.


Extreme ironing is the latest danger sport.
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/30/08
According to the official website, extreme ironing is "the latest danger sport that combines the thrills of an extreme outdoor activity with the satisfaction of a well-pressed shirt." Kurt traverses the globe in search for the perfectly dangerous spot to iron his finest shirts..


Ask the Cyberguy-DTV
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/23/08
You might have seen the ads on tv announcing the upcoming DTV transition, but a lot of people still have questions...and Kurt has the answers. We ask people on the street what they still want to know about the big government-mandated transition from analog to digital next February.


Internet Recipe Taste Test
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/21/08
Kurt picks the top two interactive recipe sites and puts them to the test. They claim to be able to pull together a meal from the contents you have in your kitchen without even taking a trip to the supermarket. With the help of celebrity chef Rocco Dispirito, we'll see which recipe will have you salivating for more.


Classmate Bait
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/19/08
It's a real life nightmare...an email with your name on it goes out to everyone from your past and present. And you didn't write the email! Kurt tells us why people are up in arms about a website that uses your personal email contact list to blast emails out to all your friends and family...as well as those you never thought you'd talk to again.


Giga Size Your Picture
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/14/08
New photo technology coming out of Seattle. It seems mega pixels are a thing of the past, now we have have giga pixels. Where you can take a photo of who’s in Seattle space needle from your own living room.


Making Funny Faces
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/12/08
Go ahead and make whatever face you want. You're hiding behind someone else's animated mug, so don't hold back! New animated software let's you morph into an endless list of characters you can share with friends on YouTube and social networking sites.


Moms Go Tech
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/09/08
More mom’s than ever are using technology to help them with there day to day duties. Kurt shows us a handful of gadgets that will insure mom is always organized and prepared. This will be a Mother’s Day she will smile about.


Pimp My Suite
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/07/08
Kurt the CyberGuy is checking into the hotel of the future. From heat sensors that replace the “do not disturb” sign, to a room that remembers your favorite temperature. Get ready to make the Jetsons jealous.


YouTube SuperStar
Kurt the Cyberguy - 05/02/08
His deep voice can sound like James Earl Jones, but just wait for his high pitch vocals that he can belt out just like the top female pop stars. His uber-talented range has piqued the curiosity of over 4 million people who’ve checked out Nick Pitera’s vocals on YouTube.


Dating Paris Hilton
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/30/08
The best coupons to take the store are now on your smartphone and blackberry. Meet a guy who says walking into buy a new fridge at a big name store with price comparisons in his hand got him a cheaper price.


I-Phone Bargaining
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/28/08
The best coupons to take the store are now on your smartphone and blackberry. Meet a guy who says walking into buy a new fridge at a big name store with price comparisons in his hand got him a cheaper price.


Smart Dogs
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/25/08
A digital IQ test for your pooch says it can now tell how smart your dog really is. See what sets apart a dog scoring in the upper 90 percentile after 15 mentally stimulating tests.


Boss Buttons
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/21/08
Think you are alone when you are surfing ebay and watching your fav shows while on the job? Kurt shows you the latest techniques people are using to fool their bosses into thinking they are working hard.


DTV Fails Portables
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/18/08
Turns out thousands of tiny portable tvs sold over the past decade will become obsolete. How people plan to watch tv at a tailgate party or while sitting in the stands now that millions of dollars in technology will be obsolete.


Google Trespassing
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/15/08
A closer look at Google’s Street View map shows the giant search company’s mapping vehicles are crossing into private property and even taking shots of some people’s backyards.


Email Bankruptcy
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/14/08
It's a new trend. One that could have your friends hating you and the bill collectors calling you.


Cyber Prom Cinderellas
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/11/08
For most high school girls, a fancy new dress for prom night is a given. But for the 4 high school girls we met, brand new dresses were something of a fairytale.


Computer Meltdowns
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/09/08
Kurt the Cyberguy shows us how to spot and prevent computer meltdowns.


Wireless Cheap Gas
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/07/08
Superfast long range wireless internet is hitting the streets and things are about to change. Even your car's navigation system could have gas stations auctioning their gas off to win your empty tank at their pump.


Do It Yourself Taxes
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/04/08
Learn how e-filing can actually expedite the refund process. Plus how to choose the right software for your needs and avoid imposter sites that can rip you off.


Refurbished PC's
Kurt the Cyberguy - 04/01/08
Kurt the Cyberguy takes a look at how to save big on PC's by buying refurbished computers.


Facebook Blood
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/31/08
Kurt the Cyberguy shows us how Facebook is taking the lead in helping donors know when and where to donate blood.


Electronic Waste
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/26/08
Kurt the Cyberguy takes a look at how to dispose of out-dated electronics.


Wireless Webcams
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/24/08
Kurt the Cyberguy takes a look at how people are using wireless webcams.


GPS Devices
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/21/08
Kurt the Cyberguy takes a look at GPS devices.


Computer Viruses
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/19/08
Kurt the Cyberguy warns about viruses from brand new technology.


Green Gadgets
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/17/08
Kurt the Cyberguy takes a look at green gadgets in light of St. Patrick's Day!


Vacation Videos
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/14/08
Kurt the Cyberguy looks at how you can make money off your vacation videos.


Microsoft Predecessors
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/12/08
Kurt the Cyberguy introduces us to the predecessors who will be replacing Bill Gates of Microsoft.


Hollywood 2.0
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/10/08
Kurt the Cyberguy shows us how TV shows get to us.


Spring Break Airfare
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/07/08
Kurt the Cyberguy shows us where to find the best deals for spring break airfare.


Fireproof Hard Drive
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/5/08
Kurt the Cyberguy introduces a fireproof hard drive designed to store and save important information.


BLU-RAY vs. HD DVD
Kurt the Cyberguy - 03/3/08
Kurt the Cyberguy gives his take on BLU-RAY vs. HD DVD.


Mommy Blogger
Kurt the Cyberguy - 02/25/08
Kurt the Cyberguy gives new moms someplace to turn when juggliing their busy days.


Future of Televisions
Kurt the Cyberguy - 02/28/08
Kurt the Cyberguy takes a look at how our tv viewing experience will change in the not-so-distant future.



 
 
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