We’ve been warning everyone for years about protecting yourself from scam artists, but sometimes, the online pitches just seem so legit, you know? The website looks professional, there’s contact with people—what could be wrong with it? According to the Better Business Bureau, could be nothing, but it could be EVERYTHING. [ More ]
Shopping for the best products at the best prices is going to get even easier in 2012. Of course, you have your subscription to ShopSmart magazine to help you find the best of the best. Here are some other cool tools you may want to check out. [ More ]
One big complaint I hear from tablet lovers is how hard it is to type anything of length. For that, you really need a keyboard. We recently tested seven plug-in keyboards, looking at available features, ease of use, size and ergonomics, and portability. [ More ]
Identity fraud—when a stranger uses your personal information such as your credit-card number for personal gain—is a big worry when we’re online shopping. Still, it’s not how most identity fraud happens: It happens when we’re out shopping in regular stores or just being out and about in our daily life. [ More ]
Going shopping tomorrow? If you know what you want to buy, are you sure about the price? Have you done your homework? If you’re not sure, try the Amazon Price Check app. Tomorrow only, Dec. 10, if you use Price Check in a store, Amazon will give you a 5% discount off Amazon’s price for that product (up to $5). [ More ]
Yes, it’s the thought that counts, but if you get—or give—a gift that doesn’t quite fit (even if it’s the right size!), you’ll need to know how to return it. Many retailers loosen their return policies this time of year, so you may have extra time. [ More ]
If a new cell phone is on your holiday wish list, check out those we recommend in our December gift guide (including Verizon's powerful Motorola Droid Bionic) on newsstands now. And be sure to treat yourself to some of these new helpful shopping apps so you make sure to get the best deals. [ More ]
