Wearables aren’t just accessories like smart watches and fitness trackers anymore. A California startup has a prototype for augmented reality contacts, shown off at this year’s CES in Las Vegas, that might blow all those failed smart glasses out of the water. Would you buy a pair?
3 critical features that make a home security system great
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What else does SimpliSafe offer?
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Best after-Christmas and year-end sales to shop
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After weeks of shopping for others, it’s about to be your turn. And the timing couldn’t be better for self-gifting.
The days between Christmas and New Year’s Day are full of sales, as retailers know shoppers will be dropping in to make returns. Stores are also motivated to offload everything that didn’t get sold as gifts.
6 ways you're wasting money on tech (and some handy freebies)
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Amazing new technology comes out all the time. It’s always better, smaller, faster or smarter. But is it worth the money?
If you believe all the ads and hype, life would be difficult without the newest “fill in the blank.” Tech companies make a killing on accessories, too. Buy a new phone and you need a case. Your tablet wouldn’t be the same without a keyboard and cover. Might as well get another battery charger while you’re at it. And it seems like Amazon wants to upsell you a warranty on anything you put in your cart.
Amazon's top-selling items will surprise you
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Amazon had a record-breaking year in 2019. Prime Day was the biggest in the company’s history, with millions of transactions taking place around the world. In addition, Black Friday and Cyber Monday came and went with stellar results, with the latter being the biggest shopping day in the company’s history.
Buying guide: Best smart speakers on sale right now
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Ready to get new smart speakers for your home or office? Luckily, there are always tons of sales going on, and we’ve got the inside scoop.
Gone are the days of paying full price for smart speakers and other tech. If you’re a savvy shopper, you know how to hunt down deals. Tap or click for the best tech deals to upgrade your business.
6 fitness gadgets that you'll actually use
When it comes to losing weight and staying healthy, there’s a long history of snake oil. They’re still out there, but technology is shaking things up for the better.
If you do your homework and are prepared to do the physical work as well, you’ll be sure to find high-tech gadgets that will help you get healthy. Some of the gadgets are wearable, others get you moving, but all are aimed at keeping you fit.
A faulty iPhone battery leads to a scary situation
All phone batteries and accessories aren’t created equal. An Oklahoma City mom learned that the hard way when the inside of her SUV was severely damaged after her iPhone went up in flames. I’ll tell you how to avoid accidents like this one.
How to get the lowest price on Amazon
Online shopping has revolutionized the way we buy things. You can find whatever you want, from car accessories and groceries to office supplies and sporting equipment. It’s the perfect way to get what you’re looking for without too much effort. But with so many good deals all around, how do you know that you’re really getting the absolute lowest price?
Best HDTV antennas you can buy right now
Maybe you’ve wanted to cut the cord and stop wasting money on cable for quite some time but you didn’t know where to begin. The very first step is finding the right antenna. These devices are a one-time cost that can give you access to all your favorite local channels.