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The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money by Cutting Cable

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When was the last time you looked at your cable or satellite TV bill? When I looked at my bill a few years back, I was disgusted to be paying $70 each month to sit on the couch and zone out. I cut the cord in January 2011, nearly five years ago, and have since saved well over $4,000 that would … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money by Cutting Cable

Echogear Outlet Shelf organizes phone-charging spot

Like everybody else, I plug in my electronics wherever I can. My smartphone gets a corner of the dining room table, where they share space with yesterday’s mail and whatever junk I haven’t gotten around to putting away. When I expect guests, I crawl under the table, unplug my devices and stash them … [Read more...] about Echogear Outlet Shelf organizes phone-charging spot

10 things to do before a hurricane comes

Hurricane season is officially under way, and if you live anywhere near the coast, that means it's time to stock up on bottled water, batteries and non-perishable food. But those aren't the only things you need to do before a hurricane approaches. The beginning of the season is a good time to review … [Read more...] about 10 things to do before a hurricane comes

7 ways to watch college football without cable

College football season is one of the most exciting in all of American sports. With top teams going head-to-head on the gridiron, we have an exciting season ahead! Whether you want to see the current top ranked team claim the national championship or are cheering for an underdog, follow this updated … [Read more...] about 7 ways to watch college football without cable

Setting up your perfect home office: what you need

If you are lucky enough to work at home full time, or just get an opportunity to work from home occasionally, do not underestimate the value of a great home office. A well-planned home office can lead to endless productivity and success. A poor work environment, on the other hand, can lead to … [Read more...] about Setting up your perfect home office: what you need

When is the right time to upgrade your laptop?

Sluggish performance, increased errors, and the dreaded Blue Screen of Death are all indicators that your laptop is nearing its end of life, but how do you know when it is time to pull the plug and invest in something new? A new laptop can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to well over … [Read more...] about When is the right time to upgrade your laptop?

The best travel apps and websites to save money and score deals

Nothing can take away the excitement of getting ready to go on a trip, except maybe the packing, planning, getting lost, language barriers, flight delays, etc. The good news is you don’t have to let those potential hurdles stand in the way of an awesome, well-deserved getaway if you find the right … [Read more...] about The best travel apps and websites to save money and score deals

How to profit from your old CD and DVD collections

It doesn’t seem like long ago that spending thousands of dollars on a DVDs and CD collection made a lot of sense. But with today’s options for online streaming and on-demand content, the need for physical media has gone by the wayside as easier and cheaper versions of watching your favorite movies … [Read more...] about How to profit from your old CD and DVD collections

Automate your digital life with IFTTT

IFTTT is a web and smartphone app that is all about automating small tasks to save you time in your day-to-day life. IFTTT stands for “If This Then That,” and works just like it sounds. By creating a trigger and a follow-up action with one of the 367 supported services, you can automate everything … [Read more...] about Automate your digital life with IFTTT

Apps to organize your new year

Heading into the New Year means new resolutions — but can you really keep them all? We've found some great apps to help you organize and manage your life. These apps might just help you keep those resolutions after all. And if not, at least they'll help you get organized. Google Keep is a … [Read more...] about Apps to organize your new year

Hottest holiday tech gifts of 2016

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This season’s hottest tech buys are coming into clear focus. This year is all about home automation. With the ability to talk to your home and turn on music, lighting, or even the TV, this year offers some of the most exciting advances in home technology we’ve seen in years. Amazon Echo Last … [Read more...] about Hottest holiday tech gifts of 2016

Best tech bargains for the 2016 holiday season

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If you have a tech lover in your family, or you want to get the latest technology deals yourself, you’re in luck. This year’s holiday shopping season is already underway, and there are deals galore to be found. Apple Watch If you want to pair your iPhone with a sleek new Apple Watch, head to Best … [Read more...] about Best tech bargains for the 2016 holiday season