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The tech world held its breath as Apple launched its iPhone 16 series with the usual fanfare. Yet, once the dust settled, it became clear that the latest iteration of the iPhone offers little beyond cosmetic upgrades, leaving many consumers questioning the rationale behind its steep price tag and the endless hype machine.Recycled Design, Minimal ChangesThe iPhone 16 models are virtually indistinguishable from their predecessors. With the same flat-edged design, slightly tweaked color options, and barely noticeable modifications, such as a new “Camera Control” button, the differences feel superficial. Apple has introduced this button as a way to streamline photography,…

A world of hidden treasures awaits you just behind those perfectly lined, shiny grocery shelves. You know, the item that screams “I’m fresh!” I’m new! I’m a trendy choice! But smart shoppers like us aren’t fooled. We know that the real treasure trove is in the discount section. There, the product tiptoes toward its expiration date, waiting for someone brave (and frugal) to pick it up. Think of it like an adventurous treasure hunt. But instead of buried treasure chests full of doubloons, we’re talking half-price yogurt, while supplies last steaks, and cheeses that are slightly more “aged” than usual.…

“I just bought a new BPA-free tupperware set.” This comment, coming from my friend Anna, caught me off guard. Anna’s a highly competent law professional. She’s a critical thinker and she fights in the heavyweight division when it comes to cutting through BS. But the Anna I knew was falling into some painful traps that seemed to be bypassing her inner hawk-like skeptic. She’s wanted to lose around 15lbs for some time now and came to me to share how stuck she was feeling in this goal. She brought up an avenue she was exploring: the new BPA-free tupperware set.…

Results from the QNS Back to School Parent Shopping Advice Survey, shared online via social media, show parents are shopping at certain retailers over others. Photo by Anthony Medina Sign up for the QNS email newsletter to get news, updates and local information delivered straight to your inbox. The first day of class for New York City public school students is Thursday, September 5, and some Queens parents are hoping to get their back-to-school shopping done within the week. Experts at the National Retail Federation, the world’s largest retail trade group, say some parents are starting their back-to-school shopping in…

Amazon Shoppers who got their spring clean on Amazon Prime Day in July will be thrilled to hear that Amazon will be hosting another Prime Day-like sales event this October. Similar to last year’s Prime Big Deal Days event, it is expected to feature a ton of big discounts across popular shopping categories like tech, home, and more. Read on to find out everything we know so far about Amazon’s fall Prime Day, and be sure to check back regularly as we’ll update this article as more information becomes available about the massive sales event. What are Prime Big Deal…

Timothy Jordan, 33, was identified as the person who stole Tory Howe’s $150 Apple iPhone 8 from the Highway 70 South Kroger on Sept. 21, 2023. According to the police report, after Howe finished shopping, she noticed her phone was missing from her shopping cart. Her son, Walter Howe, then tracked the phone to an EcoATM kiosk at the Dickerson Pike Walmart on Sept. 22, 2023. Timothy Jordan (MNPD) Ms. Howe then provided her cell phone’s IMEI number. Officers then looked up her cell phone on Leads Online, which led officers to learn that Jordan was…

GidnetLabor Day weekend is still just around the corner, but there are already huge discounts on everything from tablets to laptops, TVs, Apple products, and more. Major retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Amazon are rounding out the rest of the summer with deals and discounts, making now the perfect time to stock up on back-to-school items or get some early shopping done for the upcoming holiday season. MORE: Labor Day deals from Amazon At ZDNET, our bargain-hunting experts have compiled Labor Day 2024 deals to help you find the biggest savings. We keep an eye out for ZDNET test-backed…

Shopping centres are making a comeback. The pandemic and the years-long shift to e-commerce seemed to signal the end of brick-and-mortar stores, but foot traffic has been steadily increasing in recent times. Shopping centre operators are fuelling this resurgence by transforming traditional malls into retail “destinations,” with a focus on offering multiple services and amenities under one roof and improving the overall customer experience. We are seeing this transformation in action as we provide facilities and engineering services to 28 million square feet of shopping centre space in England and Wales. Unique Destinations and Demand Shopping centres share many of…

As a writer, I spend most of my time hunched over a computer. I’m always looking for ways to be active outside of work, whether that be a long morning walk to stretch my legs or running a few miles on the Peloton. I love to move, but I hate feeling confined in super tight workout clothes. And because I’m a thrifty person (I’m a writer who hunts for bargains, after all), paying nearly $100 for a pair of Lululemon leggings isn’t my style. So when I discovered a brand called Colorfulkoala on Amazon, I was intrigued. These leggings are…

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