I reviewed a lot of smart technology this year—and the best of what I reviewed made my life more efficient, saved me some money, and relieved anxiety. That’s what good smart tech should do. Surprisingly, however, some of the best finds this year were the least essential—they just quietly made life better. Here are the […]

I’ll be honest: 2023 wasn’t the greatest year for smartphones. Sure, we had a lot of solid options, but the age of crazy innovation year-over-year seems to be behind us. However, that didn’t stop a few smartphones from standing out this year. Here are three of my favorites. iPhone 15 Pro Max When I reviewed […]

The end of the year can be a financially stressful time: Between gifts, parties, traveling, and festive foods, costs really add up. And with all those obligations, it can be easy to overspend and regret it later when the credit card bills arrive in January. This year, change the narrative and be proactive so you […]

While used—sorry, pre-owned—cars are more affordable than brand-new models, they also come with the potential for more problems in both the short- and long-term. It’s always a good idea to do your homework and fully understand what you’re buying; but if you don’t know what to look for, the process can quickly start to feel […]

What kind of New Year’s resolution you make depends on your unique goals—which means you need a way to track your progress that is just as unique. If your goal is to quit social media and your friend’s is to run a faster mile, you won’t measure success the same way, right? There are different […]