Blog Archives for June 2016

In the 90s, before online shopping was a thing, keeping up with trends was hard work. You could know you wanted neon yellow nail polish, but if your local Claire's didn't carry it, you were out of luck. Now, we're spoiled for choice — and Nasty Gal leads the charge. Here are 10 awesome pieces to pick up during the store's best sale of the year.

Amazon really wants small merchants and overseas sellers to use their shipping services, so it's slashing rates. That's good news for shoppers, who will get more Amazon items, faster and cheaper.

No matter how you shake it, chop it, pulse it, or whip it, finding the right blender at the best price is as simple as pushing a button. Here are four blender models to consider, with a smart option for every budget.

The Xbox E3 panel introduced two new consoles, as well as cross-platform gaming. And as it turns out, Microsoft is trying to make you choose between price and power. Read on to find out why.

College is expensive, and not just because of tuition! Here's a list of items you should not buy your matriculating student as they head back to school. Your kid might not thank you when you say no, but your wallet will!

The United Kingdom's decision to leave the European Union will upturn the global economy and redraw international borders. We take a look at what that means right now for tourists headed to the UK and EU, from favorable exchange rates to potentially terrible new travel barriers.

The 4th of July is a great time to stock up on in-season summer staples. In previous years, we've seen summer clothing, swimsuits, and patio furniture receive deep holiday discounts. Read on to find out how much you'll save, and where you'll see the best deals.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple iPhones, Moto Mods, The Walking Dead, and more? Well, neither are we! That's why we put all the latest speculations from the Internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

We rounded up ThinkGeek's 10 best-selling items for 2016, featuring weird watches, glowing hoodies, and a whole lotta Star Wars stuff. Trust us: These items will have you reaching for your credit card faster than you can say, "Han shot first."

Independence Day: Resurgence debuts this weekend, and if you're as excited as we are about the sequel to the 1996 film, then check out our list of the best ID4 collectibles found on eBay. They show the extent of the movie's pop culture saturation, from toys to gadgets to enormous pinball machines!

After the expense and exhaustion of a wedding, who has time to plan a perfectly relaxing and affordable honeymoon? That's why we've put together a guide to off-the-beaten-track romantic destinations that won't break the bank.

When Microsoft recently dropped the price on the Xbox One, we speculated that prices could drop even further around the holidays. Turns out, we didn't even have to wait that long.

Many people with credit card debt also have student loan debt. Read on as we explore this relationship, and offer five tips for managing your debt with a minimal amount of stress.

Passengers thinking about the 4th of July holiday weekend still have time to upgrade their airport and flying experience — and avoid those long security lines. Here are three ways to make your next air travel experience more comfortable.

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

Since Apple's big keynote a few days ago, there's been a lot of talk about iOS 10 and macOS Sierra. But if you're excited for update in the fall, check out this list first — your current device might not be eligible.

Amazon has released a free browser version of of its voice-activated personal assistant, but it's not intended to recreate the full Echo experience. We'll show you how to test out Alexa before you drop $130 or more.

After numerous complaints, we chose to stop listing GearBest deals to protect our readers from frequent order problems. But after contacting the store and finding reasonable solutions, we're ready to start listing its deals again — but not without some serious precautions.

Summer is here, which means kids are out of school and probably no longer fit in last year's wardrobe. Luckily, The Children's Place is taking 50 to 60% off sitewide, which is the best discount we've seen this year. Plus, it means you can get lots of items for under $2. Here are our top picks from the sale.

Though there was a notable lack of new hardware, Apple crammed a ton of info into its WWDC 2016 keynote. Here are 10 of the most stand-out things from the presentation, including an OS update and an Apple Music revamp.

Summer is prime beach time, but a trip to the shore can be expensive. Here are our eight best tips for stretching your travel dollars.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about iTunes, Goonies, bendable phones, and more? Neither are we! That's why we put all the latest speculations from the internet into the Rumor Roundup!

This summer brings good news for travelers on a budget. Thanks to relatively low gas prices and a strong U.S. dollar, you'll be able to get more vacation value for your money, both domestically and internationally, from NYC to Lisbon.

The summer travel season is upon us, and we want to know: Are you taking a vacation this summer? Will you travel far or stay local? Will you vacation with family or friends, or are you setting out solo? Will you spend more or less on your vacation this year, compared to last year?

Take our summer vacation survey now, and help us gather information for a future blog post!

From swimsuits to sunglasses to sunscreen, planning a seaside sojourn can be a costly affair. But some of our favorite stores will drop prices on all things swim in June, making it a little easier to shop for beach necessities.

Microsoft recently announced a price drop for the Xbox One. However, if you think this is a great time to buy a new console, that's not necessarily the case.

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane hearsay about Apple, Google, Red Dead Redemption, and more? Neither are we! That's why we put all the latest speculations from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!