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Forget Netflix — this is the one streaming service I’m canceling this month

By Henry T. Casey published 1 July 22

If you're looking to save money on your streaming service bills, here's a list of the new offerings for July 2022, so you can figure out what to cut.

I loved this Bluetooth speaker on my vacation — and it just dropped to $42 at Amazon

By Rory Mellon published 28 June 22

I took this cheap Bluetooth speaker on vacation and loved it — and it's now on sale at Amazon in this early Prime Day deal.

12 Amazon buying tricks every Prime member should know

By Louis Ramirez published 27 June 22

Never pay full price for anything on Amazon. Here are the best Amazon buying tricks and hacks.

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7 solar panel tips and tricks to save you money and improve performance

By Katie Mortram published 26 June 22

Want to get more out of your solar panels? Here are 7 tips and tricks to improve performance and save more money.

The best cheap tablets in 2022

By Alex Wawro published 25 June 22

Here's our guide to the best cheap tablets around, from Fire tablets to Samsung slates.

9 ways you could be wasting water and not know it

By Katie Mortram published 22 June 22

Want to save more money on your bills? Here are 9 ways you might be wasting water around your home.

Father's Day gift ideas 2022 including Weber grill, Garmin running watch, Sony headphones, Flybird dumbbell and Philips coffee maker

31 best Father's day gifts 2022 — great ideas for every dad

By Louis Ramirez published 19 June 22

From fitness trackers to electric scooters, here are the best Father's Day gift ideas for every budget.

14 best Prime member benefits to get the most out of your subscription

By Louis Ramirez published 16 June 22

From discounts at Whole Foods to free PC games, these are the best Prime member benefits you need to know.

Amazon Prime member deals — secret deals every Prime member needs to know

By Louis Ramirez published 16 June 22

Get more value from your membership with these Amazon Prime member deals.

How to find cheap gas — essential tools and tips for paying less

By Tom Pritchard published 16 June 22

Looking for cheap gas near you? Here are some essential tools and tips to make it easier on your wallet.

This could be a game changer for how we buy electric cars — and I'm all for it

By Tom Pritchard published 15 June 22

Some car companies want to remove the sales threshold on the federal EV tax credit, and that's a great idea.

This $49 gadget could save you serious money — and fight the rising price of everything

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 14 June 22

Upgrade your smart home with four new Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug mini for only $49.

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I only watched free TV services for a week — here’s what happened

By Kelly Woo published 12 June 22

One of our staff ditched Netflix, Disney Plus and the rest of the paid streaming services for a whole week. This is her story.

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Apple Pay Later in iOS 16 — everything you need to know

By Malcolm McMillan published 10 June 22

Apple unveiled Apple Pay Later at WWDC 2022, a Buy Now Pay Later offering that will debut in iOS 16. Here's what we know so far.

How to make your own DIY cleaning products to save money

By Cynthia Lawrence published 9 June 22

Why waste money on the latest cleaning products when you can make your own? Knowing how to make DIY cleaning products can leave more money in your pocket.

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How to make your dishwasher last longer and need fewer repairs

By Katie Mortram published 7 June 22

Worried your dishwasher might be on its way out? Here’s how you can help extend its lifespan and make it last longer.

Hurry! The best cheap streaming device just dropped to $28

By Henry T. Casey published 2 June 22

Tight budgets might push back at most 4K streaming devices. Not this one.

I'd cancel these 3 streaming services this month

By Henry T. Casey published 2 June 22

If you're looking to save money on your streaming service bills, here's a list of the new offerings for June 2022, so you can figure out what to cut.

How to save money on your cell phone bill

By Philip Michaels published 2 June 22

Looking for ways to save money? Your cell phone bill is a good place to start.

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New iPhones too pricey? 11 ways to make your iPhone last longer

By Peter Wolinski published 31 May 22

With new iPhone's costing ever more, here's how to make your old iPhone last longer.

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7 easy ways to improve your online security for free

By Anthony Spadafora published 30 May 22

From deleting your unused accounts to setting up multiple email accounts, these small steps can help improve your online security.

The two things you should look for when buying an air conditioner

By Mike Prospero published 30 May 22

The two things to look for when buying a window or portable A/C unit that will save you money.

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How to build a home gym for under $500

By Jane McGuire published 28 May 22

How to build a home gym for under $500 - here's what our fitness editor would buy to build a cheap home gym.

The Toshiba M550 Series offers top-end specs at a reasonable price.

I test TVs for a living — and this 65-inch TV under $500 is all you need

By Nick Pino published 28 May 22

At just under $500, the 65-inch Toshiba M550 Series Amazon Fire TV delivers all the essential modern TV specs at an affordable price.

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10 ways to lower your energy bills this summer

By Katie Mortram published 27 May 22

Energy use is a prime concern at the moment. Here’s x changes you can make to lower your bills.

a photo of the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Garmin Forerunner 245

Garmin Forerunner 55 vs Garmin Forerunner 245: Which running watch is the best value?

By Jane McGuire published 26 May 22

Which should you buy - the Garmin Forerunner 55 or the Garmin Forerunner 245? We look at the similarities and differences of the two running watches

What is an Energy Star rating and how can it save you money?

By Cynthia Lawrence published 26 May 22

Do you know what your Energy Star rating means? Read this before buying your new appliances and save money.

Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, HBO Max on a phone

The best cheap streaming service might not be the one you expect

By Henry T. Casey published 26 May 22

There are a few $5 streaming services, but one stands out for good reasons — beyond its strong original content.

I use this hack to save 15% on Amazon — and you can, too

By Louis Ramirez published 25 May 22

Amazon Prime members can save as much as 15% off food and household supplies with this simple hack.

The ingredients to make homemade laundry detergent including soap, representing an article about how to make your own laundry detergent

How to make your own laundry detergent and save money

By Katie Mortram published 25 May 22

Want to know how to make your own laundry detergent? It’s easier than you’d think and just requires a few household products.

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