Buying a new computer

August 15, 2025

💻 Buying a new computer? Know the specs you need. For basic browsing and streaming, look for at least a dual-core 2.0 GHz processor, 4-8 GB of RAM and an SSD for quick loading. For heavier stuff like gaming or video editing, get a recent multi-core 3.0 GHz+ CPU, a dedicated graphics card and 16 GB+ RAM. Click here for 20 laptop and desktops I trust. You’re welcome.

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Your home should be your safe place, not a bull’s-eye.

I’ve tested every kind of security gear you can think of, and these are the real deal. No monthly fees. No gimmicks. Just solid, reliable protection for your front door, your mailbox, your garage and everything in between.

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Happy ‘National Relaxation Day’

😌 Rest assured, it’s a real thing … and the perfect excuse to treat yourself.

🧘‍♀️ Instant zen: An essential oil diffuser (46% off) brings the spa home. Such a great gift idea!
💪 Knot today, tension: This massage gun (35% off) has 4.5 stars and 34,000+ reviews for a reason.
🧊 Chill out: Memory foam pillows (27% off, two-pack) with cooling gel mean no pillow flipping at 2 a.m.
🔥 One-wrap wonder: Hot or cold, this therapy wrap (20% off) will soothe your hurt foot, elbow or wrist.
💋 Kiss dryness goodbye: Grace & stella’s lip mask (41% off) hydrates and repairs while you sleep.

💝 Because you deserve it: Why stop here? Click through to my Amazon page for more cozy comforts and gift-worthy gems.

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💨 Kale, yeah: Amazon now delivers groceries like milk, meat and veggies the same day. Great when your stomach needs instant gratification. It’s live in 1,000 cities and will reach 2,300 by year’s end. Orders over $25 ship free for Prime members, with insulated bags keeping things fresh. Top sellers? Strawberries, limes and avocados because guac waits for no one.

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Grime time

🏠 Mess is inevitable. Being ready for it is the real magic.

🔌 Cut the cord: The 60-min battery on this cordless vacuum (38% off) powers through your place in one go.
😅 No drilling, no drama: Stick these push towel hooks (23% off, four-pack) to any wall.
☕ Brew better: Descaling solution (14% off, six-pack) keeps your coffee fresh. 4.4 stars & 35,000+ reviews.
🧺 Softer touch: Cut drying time and fluff your laundry with reusable dryer balls (10% off, six-pack).
♻️ The right fit: These leak-proof mini garbage bags (15% off) are perfect for small bins.

⭐ Best of the best: See what’s topping Amazon’s Best Sellers chart, and shop my handpicked favorites on my storefront. Just a click away!

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The right ‘pour’ decisions

👩‍🍳 Big flavor doesn’t need a big footprint, just these handy tools.

☕ Sip happens: Keep your coffee or tea piping hot with a smart mug warmer (50% off).
💦 Pitcher perfect: Snag this 10-cup pitcher (20% off) with 4.6 stars and 15,000+ rave reviews.
🥫 Can-do attitude: One touch and this electric can opener (40% off) handles any lid size.
🍱 No microwave? No prob. This heated lunchbox (21% off) serves a toasty meal in 30 minutes.
🥬 Lettuce stay fresh: These fridge containers (20% off, three-pack) double as strainers. Neat.

😋 Stir up some more: Hit this secret link for more extra-hot deals. Then, browse my Amazon shop for a full buffet of clever kitchen gear.

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Adapt with the times

👩‍💻 Complicated setups are out. Simple, smart solutions are in.

🛜 Bye, buffering: Boost your signal up to 12,880 sq. ft. with a Wi-Fi extender (64% off).
Transfer like lightning: This card reader (23% off) handles MicroSD and SD at once.
📱 Solid hold: Keep your phone handy on a sturdy dock (20% off). 4.7 stars and 101,000+ reviews.
Label like a boss: From logos to QR codes, this Bluetooth printer (39% off) does it all.
🔊 Beats on the go: A waterproof portable speaker (21% off) makes a great gift year-round.

🤖 Skip the endless scrolling: I’ve put today’s top tech deals all in one place … aka my Amazon storefront. That click will save you a ton of money!

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Feel better for under $25

💪 Because staying healthy shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg.

📉 Hit your goals: Track BMI, muscle mass and more on a smart scale (10% off). 4.7 stars & 111,000+ reviews.

😁 Smile saver: This water flosser (35% off) keeps your teeth sparkling. Your dentist will be impressed.

🌡️ Feverish? Find out fast with a no-touch thermometer (20% off). Makes late-night temp checks easy.

☑️ Soreness solved: Microwave or freeze these reusable gel packs (15% off) for quick pain relief.

❤️‍🩹 First aid in a bottle: Bactine’s cleansing spray (28% off) is a must-have for cuts, burns and bug bites.

🏃 Keep the good vibes going: You’ve seen the short list, but there are 25 more feel-good finds waiting for you on my Amazon page.

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Rack and roll

👕 If your clothes could talk, they’d beg for this glow-up list.

⚡ Fuzz buster: This fabric shaver (20% off) turns old tops from “meh” into “whoa, is that new?”

🧩 Closet Tetris, solved: These space-saving hangers (30% off, six-pack) will double your wardrobe.

🧺 Laundry day lifesaver: Four wheels + removable bag = one sleek rolling hamper (14% off).

🔥 Suck it up: Keep lint from building up and causing a fire with this dryer vent hose (20% off).

🌸 Iron in a bottle: Downy’s wrinkle releaser spray (5% off) is your secret weapon for crumpled shirts.

🛍️ Essentially awesome: From smart gadgets to handy tools, I’ve rounded up the best finds on my Amazon shop.

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🚗 Used car, add to cart: That’s right, Amazon Autos is now selling pre-owned rides. You’ll see the full price up front (no shady dealer math), get a Vehicle History Report, and you can return the car within three days or 300 miles. It’s rolling out in LA first, starting with used Hyundais. And yep, you can trade in your old beater, too.

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Plug in and chill out

🪄 You don’t need a magic wand to organize your digital life, just these:

📚 Glow with the flow: Clip on this reading light (29% off) for bedtime page flipping that won’t bug your partner.

🛋️ Lap of luxury: Work, study or stream in comfort with a memory-foam laptop pillow (5% off).

📺 Tangled TV wires? Poof, this in-wall cable kit (14% off) hides them like they were never there.

📁 For your eyes only: An encrypted USB flash drive (21% off) shields your files from keyloggers.

📸 Snap and go: Transfer photos in seconds with a pocket-size SD card reader (23% off).

💻 From laptops to desktops: I’ve rounded up 20 computer recs that actually keep up with you over on my Amazon shop.

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