Prime Day is 7/16 & 7/17 so don’t miss out on squeezing everything you can out of Bezos.
Don't make these tech buying errors – Expert money-saving advice
Amazon hit record sales in July during its Prime Day sale — $12.7 billion. Incredible to think it all started selling books online out of a garage. I really think Prime Day should be on the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 11th, 13th, 17th, 19th, 23rd, 29th or 31st.
Anyway, we all want to save a buck, but watch out, or you get into mistake territory and cost yourself even more money.
The problem: You forget to cancel before the free trial ends
Streaming services are hiking prices this year, and it’s too much to ignore.
The fix: When you sign up, put a reminder in your phone or calendar app a week or so before the trial expires. Schedule a backup reminder, too, the day before the trial ends.
The problem: You skimp where you shouldn’t
Cheap charging cords can be dangerous. One girl woke up to her bed in flames after her charger caught fire. This weekend, on my national radio show, I talked to an NYC Fire Chief about just how bad the battery fires have gotten year after year.
The fix: If you’re shopping for a phone charger or replacement cable, get an official or certified cord. The same goes for bargain e-bikes and other tech that can do real damage if the lithium-ion battery goes up in flames.
The problem: You fall for the marketing
There’s always something newer, better, smaller, larger, more powerful and faster to buy. Usually, it’s just hype. Sorry, I don’t think foldable phones are ready for prime time yet. And the new iPhone? Eh, most people probably don’t need it.
The fix: If whatever tech you’re considering upgrading works fine, don’t get caught up in the vicious cycle.
The problem: You’re buying used from who-knows-who
Tax-free weekends and tax holidays: When to save across the US
If you are looking for back-to-school supplies or holiday gifts but missed Amazon’s Prime Day, you are in luck. Amazon isn’t hosting another round of deals, but plenty of tax-free weekends are coming. Tap or click here to find out what Amazon mystery boxes are and if they’re worth the money.
Global tech outage wreaks havoc
A software update by CrowdStrike took down tons of computer systems around the world. Banks, businesses, hospitals, and more were all impacted. Plus, Amazon Prime Day updates and Zoom’s demand for a return to the office.
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Not long before my mother passed away, she needed medical tests in another state. She asked me to carry her COVID-19 vaccination card and said, “Be sure to put the card in a safe place where we can find it quickly.” There’s a much better way to have proof of that fragile card.
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The pandemic saw online sales skyrocket as many brick and mortar stores either shuttered their doors or ran low on essential supplies. Even as restrictions eased, people continued to order everything from toilet paper to electronics to crafting materials online.
Prime Day skepticism
Curious why Google searches for “Is Prime Day a scam?” skyrocketed by 300% in just 24 hours? Here’s the scoop.
Guide to Amazon Prime Day: Returns and what to expect
Prime Day is coming up on July 16th and 17th, but there’s a catch for frequent returners. Amazon is cracking down and it might affect your shopping spree.
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Everybody loves a good shopping spree, but the pandemic has made it a bit tricky to go to a mall. To satisfy the purchasing bug, millions have turned to online shopping through sites like Amazon or Walmart.
If you needed any further proof of this, look at the numbers from this year’s Prime Day. The sales for the annual shopping day that rivals Black Friday topped $10 billion and surpassed last year’s sales figures.
8 secrets to shop Prime Day without getting ripped off
Prime Day started in 2015 as a one-day event to celebrate Amazon’s 20th anniversary. Prime members were given access to many deals, and inventory sold out quickly. There was some criticism that the sale did not include the most in-demand products.
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The pandemic has put a strain on everyone. We have had to adjust our lives to maintain social distancing while still working or going to school. People lost their jobs and are dealing with heavy financial burdens.
Many are finding alternate sources of income. One method to get some extra cash is to go through your house and find things to sell. There’s a wealth of apps and online marketplaces to utilize for this purpose such as eBay, Craigslist, Letgo, Amazon and more. There are also lesser-known auction sites, which you can read about here.
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In mid-October, Amazon’s rescheduled Prime Day unofficially kicked off Black Friday more than a month early. This week, the holiday shopping floodgates officially opened with even more sales.
Those deals will extend well past Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year. There are even some clever strategies that will help you find the best discounts available.
Amazon Prime scam spreading ahead of Black Friday - how to spot it
Black Friday may be a time for shopping, but it’s also a field day for scammers and con artists. Desperate shoppers make attractive targets, and scammers will try all kinds of new tricks to steal credit card numbers and data from victims.
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It’s astonishing to see how Amazon has grown over the past decade. Back in 2010, it was already a top-performing e-commerce platform. And now, it’s one of the biggest companies on Earth — and its growth during COVID-19 has only cemented its place at the top.
How to secure all the new tech you bought on Prime Day
Did you buy any tech during Prime Day? If you’re like many of us, you might have snagged a discounted phone, tablet or laptop during the sale. And now that your new gear is on its way, that means it’s time to think about securing it against hackers.
Holiday shopping starts early: Top toys to get before they sell out!
Don’t let the date on the calendar fool you. The holidays are getting closer each day — and the best deals on the web are already starting to trickle out.
If you want to get a jump start on holiday shopping, look no further — deals on the hottest toys of the holiday season are available right now. If you know a kid (or a kid at heart) that you want to surprise this year, we’ll help you find the perfect gift.
Money-saving Amazon secret: Shop the warehouse
Can I tell you a secret? Prime Day, coupons and lightning deals are great, but there’s another trick you might not be aware of that can save you up to 70% on Amazon purchases year-round.
It’s called Amazon Warehouse, and it’s not really promoted on the site, but it’s where you’ll find thousands of discounted items.
The reason Amazon wants you to shop less (yes, really)
Of all the essential businesses still open during COVID-19, Amazon is the reigning king. With so many people indoors nowadays to protect themselves, online shopping has become the preferred option for stocking up on supplies. It makes sense when you consider how easily the novel coronavirus can spread.