Streaming helped many of us ditch cable in favor of a “pay for what you want to watch” model. Sure, there are way too many streaming services now, but I still wouldn’t want to go back to the olden days.Read more...
Lees meerStudent loans get so much press for making life hell, it’s easy to overlook the challenge of paying for the everyday living expenses that most college kids are facing for the first time. In fact, it’s these costs that are often the major obstacle to…
Lees meerThere was a time in the not-so-distant past when a standard coach airline ticket included checked and cabin baggage, seat selection, and even some type of meal or snack. But starting in the early 2000s, that began to change, and now 89% of the world…
Lees meerI wear three rings every day—wedding and engagement bands, and an Oura ring as a fitness/recovery tracker. But in the summer, I often find myself taking them off before I go for a run. If I don’t, sometimes they’ll be stuck—which, it turns out, is a…
Lees meerControl D is a content filter and ad blocker, useful for getting rid of ads, pop-ups, and trackers, but also for mitigating distractions across your (or your kids’) devices. It’s on sale right now, and you can get your first five years for $39.99 ri…
Lees meerAs summer’s cherry season fades, you might be faced with a lingering bag of the fruit in your fridge. Maybe you’re cherried-out and you can’t bring yourself to eat them plain, but you don’t feel at peace throwing out Earth’s crimson gifts. Stress no…
Lees meerMicrosoft now bundles its Office products in the Microsoft 365 subscription. The Microsoft 365 Personal bundle comes with access to all Office programs, plus 1TB storage space in OneDrive. But it also costs $69.99 per year for individuals, and $100 …
Lees meerFirefox is better with add-ons. (Yes, that’s what Mozilla calls their “extensions.”) Whatever you call them, there are good options available to help you do everything from improving your privacy to getting around restrictions you’ll encounter acros…
Lees meerVideo taken with a current-generation smartphone can be truly breathtaking—capturing fully stabilized, 4K video at 60 fps on a device that can fit in your shirt pocket still feels like science fiction. That is, until your friend asks, “can you send …
Lees meerThe much-awaited details of PlayStation’s upcoming portable handheld gaming machine are here. But before you rush to save money for the pre-order (it’s not shipping until late 2023), think about this: As we already knew, the PlayStation Portal is no…
Lees meeriPhones do an amazing job capturing 4K, stabilized video with great detail and color quality, but the resulting files are massive. That’s okay if you want to view the videos on your phone (provided you’re paying for cloud storage), but what if you n…
Lees meerIf you’ve been waiting to watch (or rewatch) the much-discussed live-action The Little Mermaid, you’re in luck—it’s dropping on Disney+ on September 6. Read more...
Lees meerIt’s understandable that people on the West Coast got a little freaked out last week when a hurricane/tropical storm was headed toward California. It hasn’t happened in a generation, so we’re not used to it. Thankfully, it turned out mostly OK. Ther…
Lees meerThis Stamina InMotion Compact Strider is on sale for $118.99 right now, normally $249.99. It’s sort of like a miniature elliptical with resistance bands, and you can use it standing up or sitting down at a desk. As you work out, a small screen displ…
Lees meerWhen you block someone on Instagram, that user cannot view your profile; like, share, or comment on your posts; or mention, tag, or message you. Your account also will not show up in their search results. This may be the right move for protecting yo…
Lees meerStreaming services have come full circle, with password crackdowns and multiple price hikes prompting more of us to churn through our services, canceling at least one of them over the last six months, according to Deloitte. All those monthly fees a…
Lees meerIf I were to place saltines on an alignment chart, I’d have to go with “neutral good.” They’re bland enough to get along with everyone, but just salty enough to keep your palate vaguely interested on their own, without adornment. They’re mildly comf…
Lees meerBeing a free spirit who “goes with the flow” and doesn’t plan for trips or activities is often seen as a valid (and fun) way of living. But many of us simply can’t live that way; we know there are benefits to the think-ahead way of living. For one, …
Lees meerI love to start my day with curds and whey, always have, even before the Great Cottage Cheese Resurgence of the 2020s. Cottage cheese is filling, neutral enough to pair deliciously with a variety of plant parts, and (most importantly) speedy. I don’…
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Lees meerWhile most of us focus on making timely payments to avoid interest and fees, have you ever wondered what happens if you overpay your credit card? Whether it’s part of your credit strategy or some autopay mistake, overpayment happens—sending you into…
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