Big-brained buys

July 1, 2025

🧠 You don’t need to be a genius to use today’s picks.

⚡ End the outlet wars: This power strip tower (22% off) has 16 plugs. Plus, four USB ports and a 10-foot-long cord.

🔌 Split ends: No, not your high school haircut. One USB-C cable (8% off, two-pack) charges four things at once.

🙈 Hide those wires: A cord management box (10% off, two-pack) is the adult way to tidy up your tech mess.

⌨️ Typing ninja? Switch between your phone, tablet or laptop with this Bluetooth keyboard (5% off).

🛜 Bye, dead zones: A Wi-Fi extender ($9.99) covers up to 45 devices. No more buffering in the bathroom (lol).

📺 Movie-theater level magic: If you can swing it, this 4K smart TV ($699.99) has flicker-free tech.

🛍️ Treat your digital self: My Amazon shop is packed with more smart buys I know you’ll love.

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Tags: 4K, Amazon, Bluetooth, power, USB-C, Wi-Fi

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How to find the best deals on Amazon Resale

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This week, I saved $300 on a monitor. How? I bought a used one in very good condition instead of a new one.

If you shop on Amazon, there’s a secret section you need to know about: Amazon Resale (formerly Amazon Warehouse). Think of it as Amazon’s clearance rack, but better. It’s where returned, overstocked or slightly used products go to get deeply discounted.

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Kim’s cart: 10 genius buys that keep you (and your stuff) safe

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I test a lot of gear. Every product here solves a sneaky problem and helps you stay one step ahead of scammers, snoops and opportunists. I’ve done the digging so you don’t have to. Let’s go shopping!

Fraudsters love “washing” checks and rewriting new amounts unless you use this pen. Its ink chemically bonds with paper, so the info can’t be scrubbed off. Get Uni-ball 207 Gel Pens ($6.08).

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One app to rule them all: Amazon never wants you to leave their app. That’s why they’re testing a “Buy for Me” button that lets you shop other sites within their app. It uses AI to handle checkout securely. Amazon says they won’t take a cut of the purchases, but let’s be real, this undercuts their competition.

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Fill ’er up: The free Upside app gives you cash back on gas, groceries and dining out. Download Upside and use promo code Kim to get an extra $0.25 back for every gallon on your first tank of gas.

Memorial Day deals for under $50

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Memorial Day is not designed to be a day for special sales and barbecues, although there will be plenty of both. And while we value and appreciate all the veterans and active-duty military, it’s not their day either.

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Best travel gadgets for any trip

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You rolled into your “deluxe” hotel room only to be stuck with dim lighting, mystery smells and Wi-Fi that makes you nostalgic for dial-up. Having fun yet?

Seasoned travelers know this secret: Pack smart. I tracked down the best gadgets on Amazon that are worth your carry-on space. Let’s check in.

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Tech deals hiding in plain sight

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You made it through the week. Time to treat yourself! I dug through the sea of fake reviews and gimmicks for sweet savings on gadgets you’ll actually want. Let’s dive in.

🚘 Eyes on the road 24/7: Redtiger’s 4K dual dash cam ($118.99, 30% off) covers your ride from front to back, even when parked. Your protection is worth the investment.

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Gadget or gimmick? The truth behind viral tech products

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Oh, it’s Friday. Let’s lighten our tech brains and hearts.

Every week, some new gadget promises to make your life easier. There’s a fine line though between “tech that improves your life” and “tech that ends up in a junk drawer next to the USB lava lamp.”

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Gear up or get stuck

🚘 When you’re in a pinch, a little prep goes a long way.

🪛 Screw it: Snag a portable electric screwdriver (24% off) with 14 metal bits, so you’re ready for any job.

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Bin stores let you hit the jackpot

I hit up a bin store the other day. It’s where returned and overstock items find a second chance. I spotted a sealed 2-by-2-foot mystery box for 10 bucks. Naturally, I had to buy it. What was inside?

Four pairs of men’s black socks, a cat bell, two potato peelers, an iPhone stand and a women’s tee that said, “Cowboys in my veins. Jesus in my heart.”

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