26 free tools that will make your life easier
We get it: The daily grind is real. In the interest of making life’s more tedious tasks easier, we put together a list of 25 free tools worth trying. Image Credit: Eva-Katalin. 1. Glympse The […]
Why charging your phone will soon be like jumping on Wi-Fi
Imagine being able to charge your smartphone without plugging it in. Imagine a world in which you can sit in a restaurant or wander through an airport while your smartphone charges automatically. No wall jacks, […]
Alexa Auto offers drivers navigation, weather updates & more
Drivers can now bring Amazon Alexa along for the ride. Instead of battling with their car’s default, oftentimes tedious voice command system, drivers can now ask Alexa about navigation, weather and more. So says Amazon, which […]
Is AppleCare smartphone insurance worth buying?
You can cover a lost or stolen iPhone with a new insurance policy — but it will cost you. Apple has quietly launched a new product that may be just as exciting as the next […]
5 smart devices to help you navigate New York City
New York City is unlike any other metropolis in the world. It’s crowded with skyscrapers, bursting with traffic and inhabited by folks who always seem to be in a hurry. If you live in New […]
One simple trick to cut your life insurance costs
For many people, the amount of life insurance protection they need throughout their lives varies. Many life insurance policies allow you to adjust your death benefit amount while your policy is active, but another way […]
All in the wrist: This tech bracelet can measure your blood count
Researchers at Rutgers University built a bracelet that can send crucial data directly to your doctor. The wearable consists of a circuit board that wraps around the wrist and is studded with gold electrodes. It can transmit […]
Why baby boomers still need this important financial protection tool
All the generations do money differently. Millennials are budgeting far differently than those in Gen X, for example. But we all have something new to learn and consider when it comes to our money. For most […]
How to file a homeowners insurance claim after a natural disaster
If you live in an area susceptible to natural disasters, chances are you’re going to need to file a homeowners insurance claim at some point. Filing a disaster claim requires that you provide a lot […]
7 ways your phone can turn you into a great bartender
Having someone mix a cocktail for you is part of any bar’s allure. Relaxing at home with an aperitif can be nice as well. There are many mixology tools out there. Apps and books can […]
BMW unveils its first smart motorcycle
It’s unnerving to watch a motorcycle drive itself around a track, lean into corners and even deploy its own kickstand. That’s exactly what BMW has created. As demonstrated in a recent video, this prototype motorcycle […]
6 things airlines don’t want you to know
Americans are taking to the skies in record numbers. In 2017, nearly 50 percent of Americans flew. By comparison, in 1977, just 25 percent of Americans had taken a flight, according to Airlines for America, […]
They may share love, but many couples don’t share money
Some couples share everything, from homes, to clothes to pets. But there’s one thing many don’t mingle: finances. In fact, one-in-five people keep and manage their money separately from their partners, according to a new […]
8 ways to save on prescription drugs
With health insurance coverage, prescription copays and out of pocket costs fluctuate based on the type of drug and the plan itself. Without coverage, you’re 100 percent responsible for the full cost of your prescriptions, […]
Walmart taps VR to help train employees
Walmart’s favorite way to use virtual reality does not involve shooting at space aliens, or flying like an eagle over buildings. Instead, the company is using the technology to train workers on skills from learning […]
The best tech gadgets to help you sleep
It is easy to say that technology is bad for your sleep. With their latest mobile software, Apple and Google both incorporate features that reduce the emission of sleep-preventing blue light, help keep you from […]
8 hidden moving expenses to watch out for
Whether you’re moving across the country or just across town, one of the first things you should do before loading up your boxes is create a moving budget. This will help you make sure your […]
The best local breweries in each state
Looking for an excuse to head to the nearest bar after work? Look no further: September 28 is Drink Beer Day. Celebrate this important national holiday the right way by skipping the brand-name beers and […]
Awesome themed restaurants in every state
Dining out has as much to do with atmosphere as food, which is why many restaurants strive to present settings more exciting than a table with chairs. Some eateries, though, go the extra mile, creating […]
Is brewing your own beer worth the investment?
I recently popped into my local homebrew store, SoCo Homebrew in Austin, Texas, because I wanted to learn more about homebrewing options and the associated costs. The owner, Joseph Butler, was brewing a fresh batch […]
Want to be a star home cook? Stock your kitchen first
Often, when I’m at a cocktail party meeting new people, the conversation usually comes around to the fact that I cook for a living. Many people are in awe of the fact that I love to […]
How the iPhone XS and Apple updates will jazz up your smart home
Apple’s launch of its newest iPhones, the XS, XS Max and XR, plus upcoming OS updates, are set to bring some more excitement to the way your use your smartphone at home. Pre-orders for iPhone […]
What you can’t miss on the newest cruise ships
I’m a millennial and I love cruising. It’s not hard to find articles out there reporting cruise lines are attracting my generation by offering fancy cabins and faster Wi-Fi, but these are the least of […]
A beginners guide to reading (& understanding) a hospital bill
Whether it was a planned procedure or an unplanned emergency, a hospital visit is often a disorienting and stressful experience — and that’s before you receive the bill. Hospital bills are notoriously difficult to understand, […]
Want to track your iPhone use? This app makes it possible
By 8:30 a.m. last Monday, I had already used my iPhone X nearly 60 times — or once a minute since I started working — according to Screen Time, a new iOS 12 feature that […]
Win every fall potluck with this easy $12 chili recipe
Fall is finally in the air and for me, it means pulling out my slow cooker and making some hearty chili. Chili is great for many reasons. It’s easy to make, delicious, feeds a crowd […]
How much car insurance is required in each state?
Almost every state requires motorists have car insurance — for the good, the bad and the weird. Unfortunately for those looking for easy answers, each one of those states has a different minimum amount of […]
How to go cash only this fall
The summer is just about over, which means we’re in the home stretch when it comes to meeting end-of-the-year financial goals. If you strayed a little (or, let’s be honest, a lot) last season, you […]
What happens when your check bounces?
Ever wonder what happens if your check bounces? Although checks might seem like relics of the past, many companies still use them, and so we must keep a box or two on hand. The problem […]
How to improve your home’s air with smart gadgets
Indoor air quality is important, but until recently, it was difficult to know how many contaminants like dust and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), were in your home’s air — and there was no way to automate a […]