Blog Archives for July 2015

Amazon Prime members can now purchase the company's push-to-order Dash buttons for $4.99 a piece. But are these buttons, which were initially given out to select members for free, worth your cash?

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple Cars, Star Wars, Half Life 3, and more? Well, neither are we! Hooray! That's why we put all the latest biz-buzz from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

E3 2015 boasted long-awaited series installments from Fallout, Mass Effect, Halo, and many more. You might want to track down a ton of old titles to familiarize yourself with these game worlds. But don't let your eagerness lead to impulse purchases! Give your wallet a break with our handy chart.

Amazon announced today that former hosts from BBC's very popular car show, Top Gear, have signed on to create a new show for Amazon Video, accessible only to Prime members.

Whether you're on the hunt for pretty pens, trend-setting apparel, or a shiny new laptop to get school-ready, we're here to help you navigate the best of the back-to-school sales by looking back at the cream of the crop of last year's offerings.

Simply put, "hotness" is a real-time thermometer for how popular a deal is with our readers (that's you), and it can change over time as interest in an item heats up or cools off. Click here to learn more!

The news from Mountain View is that Google+ will no longer be the required method for logging in to Google services. This means that you'll no longer need to create a public G+ profile to access YouTube, Gmail, or Photos. In this short video, will our experts lament or dance on the grave of Google+?

T-Mobile knows you're on the prowl for iPhone deals, and it just made getting one a bit easier — if you're OK with the idea of leasing your smartphone.

Vietnam is a melting pot where over 50 ethnicities mix and blend to create a vibrant country full of excitement and flavor. From the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh to the dramatic limestone peaks in Halong Bay, Vietnam is a completely unique landscape that immediately transports you into a different world.

From phones to tablets, these devices will keep repair costs down and make it easy to delay buying expensive new electronics.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple, Google, The NFL, and more? Well, neither are we! Hooray! That's why we put all the latest biz-buzz from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

Upgrading to the latest version of Windows is a great idea, but you'll enjoy a smoother transition if you time it right.

If you don't already read ClickHole, you should. The Onion's satirical take on viral content is always on point, and yesterday the editors published a quiz that hits pretty close to home.

The rumor going around is that Hulu is going to offer a new, ad-free tier of service. The catch: It might cost $12 to $14 a month! In this short video, our experts debate if paying a premium for Hulu is worth it.

Rumors are swirling that Microsoft is about to give the OS the boot soon, which leads us to wonder: Is it worth buying a Windows Phone?

Apple is getting ready to refresh its iPhones and iPads, which means any deals you find today will only get better in the weeks to come. So when is the best time to buy and what can you expect to pay?

While streaming services are becoming increasingly popular, many have strict limits on the number of people who can stream at the same time, even within the same household. Still, some services have embraced the sharing economy. Here we take a look at which allow for sharing — either for free or at a special rate.

Your student ID is good for more than just 10% off at the movie theater. Get discounts on Amazon Prime, computers, and even cars.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple, Facebook, Windows 10, and more? Well, neither are we! Hooray! That's why we put all the latest biz-buzz from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

Apple's back-to-school sale has been around for over a decade, and it typically debuts in June or early July. But the sale has yet to make an appearance so far this year. Does this signal the end of Apple's annual summer sale?

One of our editors tried to buy an Amazon Prime Day deal last night, and managed to capture this perfect video of the frustration behind flash sales.

Opting for a laptop with all of today's bells and whistles can quickly push your back-to-school purchase into the $800+ price range, but does the average student really need so many features? We look at which students might have heavier needs, and which can be satisfied with most mainstream laptops.

Ant-Man hits theaters this week, and since our secret identity is The Deal Finder — "Defending humanity against over-paying, one deal at a time!" — we're interested in exploring the money saving aspects of Ant-Man's ability to get teeny-tiny (to use the scientific term).

Amazon has successfully garnered a lot of hype for its latest promotional event, but are any of the deals piquing your interest?

In a bill recently introduced to congress, car rental companies would be able to rent cars that are being recalled, but are not yet fixed! Yes, broken, dangerous cars could potentially be handed out to drivers, as long as the rental company discloses their recalled status to the customer first.

With less than 24 hours to go until Prime Day, Amazon released a closer look at its deals. We compare them to the best Black Friday prices we've seen on TVs, toys, and more.

Repairs can save big bucks on electronics. Here are five electronic devices to avoid if you want to keep maintenance costs low.

We trawled the internet for gourmet travel deals to find packages that will let you see the sights and fill your belly at the same time.

Few retailers are bold enough to take on Amazon in a price war, but newcomer Jet.com isn't just any retailer. Founded by a former Amazon employee, the start up says it wants to out-price Amazon in every way possible. Does it have what it takes to dethrone the e-commerce king?

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple, Facebook, Nintendo, and more? Well, neither are we! Hooray! That's why we put all the latest biz-buzz from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

The much-hyped Summer Sale is over, and it was underwhelming anyway. From preorders to Steam's other sales, we look at how to save money on gaming downloads all year round.

There's a new, thinner Oreo in town. You can't twist it or dunk it. Who wants to eat it?

Planning your summer vacation? You may want to double check your airfare. The nation's four largest airlines are being investigated by the U.S. Department of Justice for allegedly colluding to keep fare prices high. At the center of the probe are American, United, Delta, and Southwest.

Our DealNews elves have scoured the internet to find nine of the weirdest scented candles that were actually produced. We found everything from nachos-scented candles to candles that smell like brown paper packages tied up with string!

As if there weren't already enough perks to using Amazon Prime, the mega-retailer reportedly has rolled out yet another one — albeit very quietly. It appears as if Amazon has been offering secret discounts on some video games for Prime members.

Music streaming subscriptions may only cost $10, but it can add up. Free previews, freemium services, and various discounts can score you tunes and savings.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple Watch, Google, Twitter, and more? Well, neither are we! Hooray! That's why we put all the latest biz-buzz from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

Forget simple noodles and water pistols. These inflatable slides, floats, and shooters will really make a splash this summer.

The trailer for the new Steve Jobs movie hit the Internet yesterday, and we want to know: Will you see it? What do you think of Michael Fassbender as Jobs? Does this look better than the Jobs movie with the guy from That '70s Show?