Tech
Google Update Could Slash Mobile Data Consumption
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
Google is rolling out an update that aims to make browsing the Internet on a mobile device faster while also allowing you to consume less data.
Attention Online Shoppers: 5 Security Tips for Your Holiday Splurge
Bob Sullivan on December 1, 2015
With the remarkable surge of online shopping (RIP shopping mall), I’ve been asked for advice on staying safe while shopping online. Here are some simple suggestions that can make a big difference.
Massive Hack on Toy Company is ‘Off the Charts,’ Says Security Analyst
Krystal Steinmetz on December 1, 2015
The cyber invasion of Vtech, a maker of electronic learning toys, exposed the personal data of more than 5 million customers, including children. Here’s what you need to know.
Black Friday 2015: Shopping the Best Deals, Sector-by-Sector
Jim Gold on June 10, 2016
Our guide to the best deals on shoes, clothes, toys, electronics, household appliances and more; plus, which purchases are best left until after Black Friday, and the hot items that will disappear if you don’t act fast.
Starwood Hotels Data Breach Detected at 54 Hotels
Krystal Steinmetz on November 24, 2015
Hackers used malware to steal customers’ payment card information from Starwood hotels across the country, including some Sheraton, Westin and W hotels. Are you at risk?
Want to Live Forever? What It Costs to Get a Shot at It
B.T. Ballenger on November 20, 2015
Suspended animation is an expensive roll of the dice. But if you’ve got an extra $30,000-$200,000 that you’re dying to spend, you might consider trying cryonics.
Wireless Bills Falling, but You Still Pay More for This
Karla Bowsher on November 19, 2015
The average monthly wireless bill has fallen nearly 7 percent since 2008, but one cost is rising.
Beware the ‘Secret Sister Gift Exchange’
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
As the saying goes, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. In this case, it is also illegal.
Will Sprint’s Rate-Slashing Offer Get Customers to Switch?
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
Sprint says it will cut consumers’ wireless bills by 50 percent if they dump their current service in favor of Sprint. But there are some catches.
Black Friday 2015: Tablets Caught in Squeeze, Fueling Great Deals
Jim Gold on November 18, 2015
Expect bare-bones tablets as door busters selling for as little as $20, but beefier models will be marked down, too.
Report: Ultra-High-Definition TVs Can Be Huge Energy Hogs
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
While ultra-high-definition TVs produce lifelike vibrant pictures, a new report found that they may boost viewers’ annual energy bills by 30 percent.
Black Friday 2015: Apple Store Takes Smallest Bite Out of Prices
Jim Gold on November 16, 2015
Apple iPads will be Black Friday door busters, predicts DealNews.com, but keep watch for Apple Watch discounts.
Black Friday 2015: How to Score the Best Gaming Deals
Jim Gold on November 12, 2015
It is a good time to bulk up your collection with the latest hits. Look for consoles that include free video games. If you have a console, you can get up to 50 percent off recent titles.
Sony Finally Sends the Betamax Out to Pasture
Karla Bowsher on November 11, 2015
Still love the old Sony Betamax? It’s time to stock up on blank tapes while you can.
Black Friday 2015: Laptops as Low as $100, and Fierce Price Competition at Every Level
Jim Gold on November 11, 2015
Bargain laptops will drop to eye-popping prices of $99 to $149, predicts Dealnews.com, but even souped-up models will be unbelievably cheap this year.
Black Friday 2015: Getting the Best Deal on a TV
Jim Gold on November 10, 2015
Prices for big-screen TVs will drop to affordable levels, while smaller, 32-inch sets will hit the bargain bin, predicts DealNews.com.
The Case for Sharing Your Passwords
Krystal Steinmetz on November 3, 2015
We talk a lot about protecting ourselves against identity theft and data breaches, but don’t forget to give the key to sensitive information to least one trusted individual. Here’s why.
How Young People Are Spending Their Friends’ Money
Karla Bowsher on November 2, 2015
Money transferred electronically from one person to another is more commonly spent on this good than any other. Find out what it is.
The Newest Way Comcast Wants to Raise Rates
Karla Bowsher on October 28, 2015
Brace yourselves, Comcast customers: You could soon be charged more for Internet usage. Find out why.
Wal-Mart Seeks FAA Permission for Drone-Delivery Testing
Krystal Steinmetz on October 27, 2015
With the retail giant following drone program development by Amazon and China’s Alibaba, the race is on to go airborne.
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