Consumer News Blog Archives

Nobody wants to have to worry about missing packages, but delivery issues happen. Here's what to do if your Amazon package never arrived.

Frequent Amazon shoppers know packages can arrive late even in the best situation. Learn more in our guide on how to get an Amazon late-delivery refund.

While it seems like the cost of everything is continually going up, some items will be cheaper this year. Learn what will decrease in price in 2024.

Inflation may have slowed, but don't expect all the high prices to stop this year year. See what will be more expensive in 2024 to prep your budget now.

Are Cyber Monday deals as good as Black Friday offers? Check out our Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday guide to learn how these two shopping holidays differ.

The last few years have changed the Black Friday landscape. Check out our guide on how to prepare for Black Friday 2023, so you'll have a great shopping season.

Apple has announced the iPhone 15 lineup. Check out our coverage for the best iPhone 15 deals to find and shop now, plus new features to love.

Now is the time to create your Black Friday game plan! Read our guide to Black Friday store hours in 2023 to learn what you can expect.

Amazon has added Invite-only Prime deals to its 2023 Prime Day arsenal. But what is this new program, and which offers are eligible for it?

It's hard to beat Amazon's prices and perks, especially if you're a Prime member. But there are more ways to save at Amazon. Here's how to find Amazon coupons right now.

When a retailer says it's closing its doors for good, store closing sales are usually on the horizon. Check out our advice for shopping these events.

AI chatbots have been in the news, but how can consumers use them? Check out our tests applying ChatGPT to shopping and learn about the drawbacks of these bots.

Do you find joy in pranking others? Then we're betting you're on board with free April Fools' pranks! Here are 15 April Fools' prank ideas to get you started.

In recent years, more retailers have been vocal about making prices more equitable. So is the pink tax a real problem still? We give you the lowdown.

Our latest survey provides insights into Americans' retail shopping and return behavior. See the impact of return policies, reasons for returns, and more.

Is Green Monday really the last day to order online and have your items arrive in time for Christmas? We lay out everything you need to know.

Here at DealNews, we wanted to learn more about Americans' bedtime and sleep routines. We surveyed more than 1,000 people across the country to find out how they're sleeping, if they're sleeping well, and why?

Black Friday looks very different now than it did just a few years ago, with sales starting earlier and earlier. But how will Black Friday this year compare to last season? Check out our breakdown to find out.

Did you know that contaminated laundry can make you sick? Learn how to protect yourself and your family from mold or other pathogens in your laundry.

Most consumers have probably felt the pinch of inflation this year in one way or another, but how will inflation affect Black Friday? Check out our guide to find out everything you need to know and ways you can still save.

Black Friday creep is real, as the season has been growing longer for several years now. Because of that, many consumers wonder if Black Friday matters anymore. Check out our answer to that question and the reasoning behind it.

Inflation has been dominating the news lately and affecting practically every consumer product category. But what is the impact of inflation on Back to School shopping? Read our analysis to find out.

Some retailers are dealing with an excess of inventory and offering discounts to help correct the levels. But how can shoppers benefit from overflowing stockrooms? Read our guide to find out!

If you need to get rid of old tech or appliances, you can try a new solution from a popular retailer. But at $200, is Best Buy's haul-away service worth it? We give you the pros and cons, along with other options to consider.

Amazon can be a hugely convenient shopping option. But because of a new fuel and inflation fee, Amazon may get more expensive for the consumers who shop there. Learn about this surcharge and how you can still save at the retailer.

Sharing a Netflix password these days is a milestone in most relationships, whether they're friendly, romantic, or just roommates. But there's a chance that the streamer could start charging users to share outside their homes.

Each day, stores try to make us put more into our carts and rack up a bigger bill at checkout. Let's look at the sales tricks shops use to convince us to open our wallets wider, so we can avoid doing just that.

Anyone who's been a longtime member of a subscription service knows that the price will go up over time. Now that it's happening to Amazon Prime, some may be wondering if a Prime membership is still worth it. We can help you decide.

With the coronavirus pandemic still ongoing and new variants showing up, demand for at-home COVID-19 tests seems to be increasing every day. Here's what you need to know to get them for free.

Shopping online can be so convenient, but waiting for your orders to arrive can put a damper on the experience. If you buy online and pick up in-store, though, you can save on time, shipping, and more.

Most of us are probably well aware of the delta variant of COVID-19, but now the omicron variant has arrived. How will omicron affect your travel plans?