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The best prepaid phone plans can save you money on your monthly cell phone bill. Here are the best options we found from a variety of carriers.
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These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.
By Philip Michaels Last updated
Our list of the best Android phones at every size and for every budget will help you make the right choice.
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The best dehumidifiers to suit every home and lifestyle.
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These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
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These are the best iPhones for every need and budget based on our reviews.
By Philip Michaels Last updated
The NFL is going to stream its games on three different streaming services this year; here are the services you'll need, and how much it will cost.
By Mike Prospero Last updated
Netflix has just dropped the first trailer for it's new sci-fi adventure "The Electric State", led by "Avengers" directors Joe and Anthony Russo.
By Martin Shore Published
Our guide on the three best shows to watch in the Apple TV Plus top 10, including the new psychological thriller starring Cate Blanchett.
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All of the Netflix pricing information you could ask for, with current plans detailed and a history of pricing.
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Based on growing online speculation, Netflix could announce another price hike in the coming months.
By Alix Blackburn Published
OnePlus 13 will launch in China soon and it's getting a slight redesign. Plus, we get a look at the new Oppo Find X8.
By Scott Younker Published
A new study looking at 6G connectivity managed to send nearly 1TB of data in a second, which would be 9000 times faster than current 5G networks.
By Scott Younker Published
The best prepaid phone plans can save you money on your monthly cell phone bill. Here are the best options we found from a variety of carriers.
By Philip Michaels Last updated
These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.
By Philip Michaels Last updated
Our list of the best Android phones at every size and for every budget will help you make the right choice.
By Philip Michaels Last updated
These are the best iPhones for every need and budget based on our reviews.
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Amazon is offering massive discounts on some of the most popular Crocs styles. Check out the deals I'd get that rival Black Friday sales.
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Check out the sneakers and apparel I'd buy starting from $16 in Amazon's sale.
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Looking into buying a record breaking Nike running shoe or just want a reliable trainer to level up your running journey? We've tested them out for you — here's our top picks.
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These are the best running shoes on the market right now for men and women based on our testing and reviews.
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I joined Hoka’s training camp in Font Romeu in France to run with their pros and see how they train, fuel and recover at altitude.
By Nick Harris-fry Published
A walking workout could build lower body strength and boost your metabolism without weights. Here's how to do it, and the benefits of walking.
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Anthropic announces new updates for Claude AI including enhanced functionality and a new iPad app.
By Amanda Caswell Published
Google's AI notetaking tool now offers users more control over audio overviews and includes a new background listening option.
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ChatGPT is an impressive piece of technology but the market for AI chatbots is now wide open. Here's the best ChatGPT alternatives base on my testing.
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This AI company wants users around the world to help it train a new 10B model.
By Christoph Schwaiger Published
Google Illuminate is an AI experiment that lets you create an instant, one-click podcast from a science topic of your choice.
By Nigel Powell Published
I performed a side-by-side comparison to evaluate the image generation capabilities of three leading AI models.
By Amanda Caswell Published
The new Philips HDMI sync box will finally allow me to act out some long held PC gaming dreams — for a hefty price.
By Dave Meikleham Published
The best TV antennas are a clear gateway to your favorite shows, sports, news and movies with no monthly bills.
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Don't sleep on this amazing deal seeing one of Panasonic's newest Mini-LEDs slashed down tremendously.
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Samsung did a surprise rollout for a new interface that wasn't expected until 2025.
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Amazon shoppers helped make this discounted Mini-LED TV one of the most popular deals on Prime Day.
By Michael Desjardin Published
The LG B4 might be this year's most value-centric OLED, and it keeps coming down in price.
By Ryan Epps Published
This year's Tempur-Pedic Black Friday mattress sale is just around the corner. Here's everything we know so far, plus the deals to shop today if you need a new bed urgently.
By Alison Barretta Published
Don't wait for Black Friday sales to buy the Saatva Graphite mattress topper — experience its support right now for the same price
By Frances Daniels Published
Durable, eco-friendly and great at temperature regulation – your new latex mattress has lots to offer. But what should you expect when it arrives at your front door?
By Jo Plumridge Published
The Saatva Latex Pillow and the Casper Snow Hybrid are two great options for hot sleepers. We determine which is best by analyzing their price, design, comfort, and support.
By Becky George Published
Save up to an impressive $959.99 on the Beautyrest BR800 13.5" Plush Pillow Top mattress right now at Mattress Firm
By Jack Ridsdale Published
Mouthguards for sleep apnea are a well-regarded treatment — we explore how and why they work.
By Lauren Jeffries Published
A new MacBook Pro could arrive in the extremely near future.
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These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
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No matter what your needs are, we’ve found the best RTX 3050 laptop deals around for every budget.
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After months of rumors, Apple finally showed off the new iPad mini with more storage, Apple Intelligence and Apple Pencil Pro support.
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The A17 Pro chip in the iPad mini 7 isn't what we thought it was, as it's lacking a GPU core compared to the original version of this chip from the iPhone 15 Pro.
By Richard Priday Published
The Kindle Colorsoft impresses thanks to its color display, elegant design and excellent features. Though expensive, this color Kindle might be too tempting to pass up.
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I have a hard time staying organized on my tiny laptop screen. With this extra wide monitor, I can lay everything out and streamline my work.
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The Lepower Metal Desk Lamp is our favorite budget desk lamp. Here's how you can get it at an all-time price low ahead of the holiday season.
By Adam Schram Published
The best dehumidifiers to suit every home and lifestyle.
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Are space heaters safe to leave on overnight?
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You probably have these covers at home.
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Sonos CEO speaks out on major changes to the app and bringing quality upgrades back to the Sonos app.
By Ryan Epps Published
EarFun doing what it does best
By Erin Bashford Published
You can now watch music videos with your Spotify subscription, but US users are out of luck.
By Tammy Rogers Published
JLab's new buds promise expensive features for a low cost.
By Tammy Rogers Published
To the surprise of no one, Sonos’ newest premium soundbar in the Arc Ultra is now available for preorders with an official debut date set for October 29.
By Ryan Epps Published
We tested and compared features and performance on the most popular wireless headphones to find the best models for all kinds of budgets.
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Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #494 on October 17.
By Scott Younker Published
The Lenovo Legion Go is available with a rare discount right now.
By Dave LeClair Published
Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart are holding huge sales on some of the best Nintendo Switch games. Check out the deals I'd get now.
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The Analogue 3D is coming with 4K support for your favorite Nintendo 64 classics.
By Dave LeClair Published
PlayStation just kicked off it’s annual Halloween sale with huge discounts across a range of essential horror titles including Dead Space, Resident Evil and Five Nights at Freddy’s.
By Rory Mellon Published
Find out what today's Wordle hint and answer is and get some tips for it, plus see the solutions to previous games.
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The Kindle Colorsoft impresses thanks to its color display, elegant design and excellent features. Though expensive, this color Kindle might be too tempting to pass up.
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The Purple Plus mattress is a plusher take on Purple’s GelFlex Grid. We slept on it to find out what this unusual memory foam mattress is like.
By Jennifer Nelson Last updated
Amazon's second-generation Kindle Scribe includes new features to make it easier to take notes and read your handwriting.
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EarFun doing what it does best
By Erin Bashford Published
Our tester slept on a king-size Puffy Cloud for a month to see if this mid-range all-foam bed is a back sleepers dream
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The GravaStar Mercury K1 Pro will please sci-fi fans with its futuristic aesthetic, dual RGB systems and sturdy build and it offers a superb typing experience to back it up.
By Nikita Achanta Published
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Black Friday is approaching — check out the early deals I'd get at Target on everything from home decor to TVs.
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Best Buy is holding Black Friday-worthy deals right now. Check out the early deals I'd get in this sale.
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Amazon is knocking up to 30% off Ninja kitchen appliances ahead of Black. Check out my favorite deals on air fryers, toaster ovens, blenders, coffee makers and more.
By Olivia Halevy Published
There are many ways to watch NFL livestreams online, including free options and others that include all games live.
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These Brooks deals will save you money on premium running gear and apparel, but hurry, they won't be around forever.
By Grace Dean Published
Some of the best Lululemon activewear is now available from $9. Check out the items I'm adding to my cart.
By Millie Davis-Williams Last updated
NFL Sunday Ticket lets you watch nearly every NFL game and isn't limited to those with YouTube TV. Here's how to sign up for Sunday Ticket, pricing, what games you get and more.
By Malcolm McMillan Last updated
Amazon’s epic Under Armour sale is taking up to 50% off sneakers, hoodies, leggings and more. Shop my 19 favorite apparel deals.
By Olivia Halevy Published
Nike's current sale is taking up to 40% off sneakers and apparel. Here are the deals I'd buy right now.
By Olivia Halevy Last updated
Amazon, Walmart, Target and other retailers are slashing the prices on Halloween costume and decor. Shop my favorite deals starting at just $2.
By Olivia Halevy Last updated
Want to watch Art the Clown at home? Here's all the latest info we could find about the 'Terrifier 3' streaming date right now.
By Martin Shore Published
Save 40% on the sapphire Garmin Epix 2
By Nick Harris-fry Published
From Amazon to Walmart, early Black Friday deals are live across multiple retailers. I'm vetting the best sales to shop right now.
By Millie Davis-Williams Last updated
The Federal Trade Commission is looking into making canceling subscriptions an easier process.
By Scott Younker Published
Everything you need to know about 'Invincible' season 3, including release date, trailer, cast and more
By Malcolm McMillan Published
Massage chairs, diffuser scents and more
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Save on gaming monitors and work monitors alike with Dell's latest round of deals, which are Black Friday cheap.
By Lloyd Coombes Published
REI is knocking up to 50% off a select styles of men's and women's fleeces, jackets, beanies and gloves. Here are the 9 deals I recommend shopping now.
By Olivia Halevy Last updated
Powerful tracking, budget price tag
By Peter Wolinski Published
"The Shawshank Redemption" turns 30 this year and this drama remains one of the most beloved movies in history — here's why
By Dan Girolamo Published