💲 If you put a Ring on it: Ring’s raised its Basic video doorbell subscription costs from $3.99 to $4.99 a month. Always something, huh? More than ever, getting SimpliSafe to protect your whole home is a smarter and cheaper choice.
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Don't make this big mistake e-commerce companies often make
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Statista studies found over 2 billion people bought goods or services online in 2020. Not only that, but sellers made 4.2 trillion U.S. dollars in e-retail sales worldwide. Good news: The online shopping gold rush is nowhere near stopping.
The big lie: Cutting the cable
Lots of folks got rid of their expensive cable in hopes of saving a buck. Now, streaming costs more than cable ever did.
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🌐 Starlink who? Alphabet’s photonic chip beams 10-gig internet through the air using light beams. Yes, really. It could bring high-speed connections to remote areas (without messy fiber cables) starting this year. It has more bandwidth than a Starlink antenna and costs less. Your move, Elon.
Craigslist scam: The guy listed a luxury Palm Beach apartment for $950/month (red flag because it actually costs $5,200/month), and a couple took the bait. The scammer gave them a tour and handed over the keys so it seemed legit. Turns out the real owner had left them in the door for a handyman. Argh.
Google Search is dying
Younger people are turning to AI chatbots, TikTok and Reddit for answers instead. Gen-Z is also sticking with older cars to avoid new tech and high costs. Plus, Chipotle is using robots for avocado prep, and we’ll show you how to turn your smart TV into a photo frame.
Amazon's secret profit center
Streaming costs are spiraling, but Amazon’s secret fees are the real eye-opener. What started as a simple $79 Prime membership has ballooned into a $22 billion profit machine — without most people even realizing it.
Why cutting the cable was all BS
What started as a way to dodge high cable bills has turned into a tangled mess of streaming subscriptions, each with its own costs.
Amazon Prime vs. Walmart+
Did you know Walmart has its own membership program similar to Amazon Prime? It’s called Walmart Plus, and it costs $98 a year. Let’s break down the features so you can decide if it’s the right fit for you.
3 ways to save on an Uber
Ride fares can pile up fast, but with a few savvy moves, you can keep those costs down.
Hidden costs of Instacart
Opting for grocery delivery? It’s convenient, but be aware of the extra price.
What Amazon Prime really costs
At $139/year, it still a bargain? Let’s unpack the real cost of Prime and if it’s worth your money.
AI tricks are growing
Cybercrime costs are expected to hit 8 trillion dollars this year. Here’s how you can fight back, in one minute.
Just a few hours on Christmas
Did you get a new tech gadget for Christmas? Here are the hidden costs you should know about, in 60 seconds.
The hidden costs of cell phones
On a budget? Put your cell phone away
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