Blog Archives for May 2016

Victoria's Secret recently announced it's getting rid of most catalog mailings and eliminating certain merchandise categories — most notably, swimwear. Will you shop the Victoria's Secret swim line before it's discontinued?

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple iPhones, PlayStation VR, Google Android OS, and more? Well, neither are we! That's why we put all the latest speculations from the Internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

In an effort to show their appreciation this Memorial Day, some retailers are teaming up with SheerID to offer exclusive discounts to military members and their families. We've rounded up the best Memorial Day deals for veterans, those on active duty, reservists, National Guardsmen and women, retirees, and their families.

While we wait for X-Men: Apocalypse to hit theaters, let's celebrate the many merchandising blitzes from the X-Men's long and storied history. Here are 10 mutant marvels found on eBay, representing some of the best (and weirdest) X-Men collectibles out there.

Savvy travelers may want to use these three hotel booking websites for their next trip, because they'll get free airline miles in the process. But before you reserve your next room, know what you'll give up by gaining frequent flyer miles, the sites' important differences, and whether any one hotel booking site outshines the others.

Which degrees are the most future-proof? That is, what majors are the least in danger of being made irrelevant by technology? Take a look at our list of the top 10 college degrees that stand up to the job market.

After all the hard work, tears, and taffeta, your squad deserves the very best bridesmaid gifts. We waded through the customized trash and boring bling to find only the gifts that will help you win back your friends after you've gone full Bridezilla.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple iPhones, The Sims, English food, and more? Neither are we! That's why we've put all the latest speculations from the internet in one place, the Rumor Roundup!

TiVo is still hanging around, but hemorrhaging subscribers. With a proposed merger on the horizon and plans to release new models this year, we look at whether TiVo is still worth your money.

After scoping out various brands and price points, we've come up with four coffee grinders that can help you concoct caffeinated (or decaf) bliss. Which one is best for you? Grab your favorite mug and read on.

No matter whether you're a seasoned traveler or a total homebody, we all have a once-in-a-lifetime trip on our bucket list. Planning such a trip though requires some big decisions — especially when it comes to finding a travel service you can trust. Inside, we've compiled a list of the best travel agents offering luxury travel packages at a discount.

Goodreads just made it easier to feed your reading habit on a budget. The site announced that it will send emails with deals for the books on your "Want to Read" list.

Online coupon codes can score you percentages off your purchase, free shipping, or flat discounts. But finding them and using them successfully can be hard. Here's the ultimate guide to finding and using coupons.

A couple in Dallas is being sued for the second time by a pet-sitting business because they left a 1-star review on Yelp. Now, this lawsuit has many speculating on whether controlling reviews means controlling free speech.

Starting June 25, PayPal isn't going to protect you from questionable crowdfunding decisions anymore. Purchase Protection will no longer be available for projects of this nature, meaning if you invest in a campaign that fails, you're out of luck.

Many businesses still aren't equipped to accept purchases from chip-enabled debit or credit cards. Here's why it's taking stores so long to accept chip cards, what it means for consumers, and how you can shop safely in the meantime.

If you'd like to go beyond the basics of streaming content, you'll want a dedicated streaming media player. We'll tell you about the features these devices offer, go over the most popular streaming media players, and help you decide which streamer is best for you.

Costco has long had American Express co-branded club cards, but now it's making a switch to Visa. We look at how this will affect rewards, and how else you can pay at this warehouse store.

Will your bag fit the next time you fly? We look at bag requirements common among the major airlines, as well as other features to consider when finding the best carry-on luggage deals.

Hulu is developing a cable-style online TV service. If successful, it's likely to have a massive appeal to cord-cutters, and could change the way viewers receive their cable TV.

Barneys Warehouse is finally instituting policies like those of other outlets, and offering returns on apparel items — with a few catches.

A new Chinese company, Uncle Martian, is drawing fire after unveiling its logo. With striking similarities to a big-name sportswear brand, it seems as if they're not even trying.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple, Nintendo, J.J. Abrams, and more? Well, neither are we! That's why we put all the latest speculations from the Internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

In New York and other cities, rates for the ClassPass fitness service recently increased by 50% to 60%. Given these price hikes, is ClassPass still worth it? We'll go over the plans, prices, and alternatives to help you decide.

JetBlue recently installed four free MetroNaps EnergyPods, reclining chairs with retractable domes, at JFK International Airport. Are these "nap chairs" worth your time? We tried to sleep on the job to find out!

It's more than just a nuisance: A slow connection delays work, leisure, and many parts of our lives now. Check your hardware and consider some downloads that could help speed up your internet.

While we wait for the debut of Captain America: Civil War, check out 10 of the best — and strangest — Captain America collectibles ever made, including a Mr. Potato Head, a gumball-dispensing belt buckle, and more. Let this romp through Captain America's retail history get you even more amped up!

Identity theft can ruin your credit and worsen your financial well-being, even when you've been diligent with your money matters. Take these five steps to protect yourself now.