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November 20, 2021

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The secret apps and strategies pro shoppers use to save money during the holidays

The secret apps and strategies pro shoppers use to save money during the holidays

Holiday shopping is upon us. If you're planning to shop online this season, expect some high prices. Instead of paying an arm and a leg, though, take advantage of these five discount shopping apps.

Tap or click here for five ways to save when you shop. →

  Skip the credit card and pay online with one of these 5 safer options

Skip the credit card and pay online with one of these 5 safer options

Are you safe when you shop online? As it turns out, it all depends on the way you pay. Credit cards may be accepted everywhere, but it's easy for hackers and cybercriminals to steal your card number with a keylogger. If you're looking for safer ways to pay online, here are our favorite options you can start shopping with today.

Tap or click for the smartest ways to pay, shop and send money online. →

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Windows drama, holiday shopping secret, fix your own iPhone

It happens like clockwork: Microsoft releases an update and the internet sounds the alarms. The latest drama involves the Edge browser. Plus, a smart tip from Ben on how to find the best prices on what you're shopping for this holiday season. And in a shocking turnaround, Apple says you'll soon be able to repair your own broken tech.

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Komando.com Review: Cat S22 Flip Rugged Cellphone

Komando.com Review: Cat S22 Flip Rugged Cellphone

Remember the golden age of cellphones, when you could drop it without shattering a screen and flip it closed to know the call had ended? Now you can again. News Director Ben reviews a rugged cellphone made by a company known for its heavy machinery. The Cat S22 is made for harsh working conditions and won’t break the bank.

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Kim answers your questions

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Long-lasting printer

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Do you have any suggestions for a reasonably priced wireless printer that will not run out of ink after 50 pages? Would an inkjet printer be better in the long run and what brand?

A:

I print my radio scripts and notes every week, so that would drive me bonkers. It's the reason I've used Epson EcoTank printers for so long. They have big, easy-to-fill tanks that come with a ridiculous amount of ink. We all know the worst part of owning a printer are the expensive ink cartridges, hence my love for the EcoTank. The quality is fabulous, and you get thousands of prints before you ever need to refill. 

Add the Epson EcoTank to your online shopping list at Best Buy, Office Depot, Office Max, Staples and at Epson.com/EcoTankKim.


Home security and data use

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I am thinking about getting SimpliSafe for my home but do not have unlimited internet. If I get this system, along with a few cameras, how much data will I be using up on a monthly basis before my general use? And will it slow down my computer or smart television?

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SimpliSafe cameras record only when triggered. Different events have different recording times, and the data used also depends on video quality. Here's an example. Say you had a break-in that lasted 5 minutes. With the default quality (720p), that recording would typically be about 30 MB. 

You'd need to have several full alarms every single day for a month to reach a gigabyte of data. Allow about 10 MB a day per camera. All the other components run on cellular that's included with the monthly monitoring bill. 

Visit SimpliSafeKim.com to get 20% off, a month free when you sign up for Interactive Monitoring, free shipping and a 60-day, money-back guarantee.


Saving money on my meds

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What's that app you use to save money on medication? I can't believe how expensive my monthly pills have gotten and insurance barely helps.

A:

You need GoodRx! I use it every time I pick up medication for myself, Barry, you name it. With GoodRx, you can instantly compare prices for your prescription at every pharmacy in your neighborhood and save up to 80%. The best part is they don't collect your info.

GoodRx is free and easy to use — often giving you a better deal than just using your insurance copay or Medicare. You can find discounts for your prescriptions at over 70,000 pharmacies, like CVS, Kroger, Walgreens, Rite-Aid, Vons and Walmart.

Go to GoodRx.com/Kim and start saving up to 80% on your prescriptions.

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Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTank

Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTank

Does your printer have enough ink for another year of work reports and tax forms? If you print a lot or wish you could print a lot without worrying about ink, it’s important to have the right printer.

Epson is changing the game with its cartridge-free EcoTank printers that have supersized easy-to-fill ink tanks and come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print thousands of pages! EcoTank makes it easy, so make the switch today.

Add EcoTank to your online shopping list at Target, Walmart and at Epson.com/EcoTankKim. →

Kim's weekly column & tech tip

10 cryptocurrency terms people use every day that you need to know, too

10 cryptocurrency terms people use every day that you need to know, too

Everywhere you turn it's crypto this and crypto that. If you're feeling a little lost, I have your back. This week in my column, I've got a list of some of the most common crypto terms you should know whether you want to dive in or just know what everyone is talking about.

Tap or click for my quick primer on all things crypto. →

  5 silly mistakes putting your online privacy and security at huge risk

5 silly mistakes putting your online privacy and security at huge risk

When it comes to cybersecurity, a little work upfront can save you a ton of heartache down the road. I have a few steps for locking down your social media feeds, cleaning up your most important passwords and ditching a dangerous online shopping habit putting your wallet at risk.

Tap or click to knock out this quick list of security basics. →

WEEKEND JOKE

I used to work in a shoe-recycling shop.

It was sole destroying!

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