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Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tariffs May Spike Back-to-School Costs in 2025 — Here's How To Save Big
Back-to-school shopping might put a bigger-than-usual dent in families' budgets this year, thanks to trade tariffs on essentials such as clothing, school supplies and electronics. Read Next: Explore More: But you can avoid much of the impact by shopping sooner rather than later and pulling out all the stops to save money. Here's how. 'For many back-to-school items, we are not experiencing the impact of tariffs — yet,' Mary Clements Evans, founder and president of Evans Wealth Strategies, told GOBankingRates. 'Upon the tariff announcements, many of the large retailers stocked up on goods at pre-tariff costs. You can see evidence of this from the increased traffic we had in the ports,' Evans said, referring to the sudden increase in shipping container volume early in the spring. Once that inventory is depleted, retailers will have to pay the higher costs, at least some of which will be passed onto consumers. Evans expects that to happen in time for back-to-school shopping. 'If you see a sale for items you need later this year, buy them now,' she said. 'Don't wait in the hopes that you will get a lower cost.' Consider This: Evans also recommends bargain shopping, acknowledging that it can be time consuming but noting it'll be worth it this year, and not only for big-ticket items. 'Use this process for shoes, clothes and school supplies. Many small savings will make a big difference,' she said. Here are more strategies you can use for maximum savings on back-to-school shopping. Shop stores that have frozen or rolled back prices. Target is carrying over its 2024 prices on back-to-school items. Dollar General recently cut prices on 1,000 items for a summer-long promotion that will also include digital coupons and other specials. Use cash-back shopping tools. Cash-back shopping websites like Rakuten, Ibotta and Swagbucks save you money with cash-back rewards for purchases on sites you already use. For example, Rakuten's partner sites include Adidas, Aeropostal, Groupon and Nike, so you can stack savings if those retailers are offering deals. Add money-saving coupon extensions to your browser. Browser extensions like Capital One Shopping automatically look for coupons while you're shopping online. Ask AI. Try asking Claude, ChatGPT or another AI tool to find back-to-school coupons, coupon codes and other discounts for items you're looking for. AI can also recommend less expensive alternatives to items you're considering buying. Try new brands. When shopping for back-to-school, more than three-quarters of parents buy the same brands each year, according to the 2025 Back-to-School Forecast Report from Inmar Inc. Consider shopping outside of your comfort zone to find better prices. Ignore the hype. The Inmart report also found that parents' purchase decisions are heavily influenced by social and creator content, and also by their kids — who, in turn, are influenced by social media. Ignore the influencers and focus on what's practical and realistic for your family. More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban Says Trump's Executive Order To Lower Medication Costs Has a 'Real Shot' -- Here's Why This article originally appeared on Tariffs May Spike Back-to-School Costs in 2025 — Here's How To Save Big
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
12 best Amazon Prime Day fashion deals for women over 40 — including my go-to 'lightweight' cardigan for summer
One thing about me: I love an Amazon deal. From their trending dresses and summer tops to the "nasty, yet super satisfying" foot peel, an Amazon package arrives at my home more than I (or my wallet) would like to admit. I've been exploring all the affordable summer fashion Amazon has in store for Prime Day 2025. As much as I try to practice shopping self-control, it's hard when something you love, like the CHICALLURE Cardigan, goes on sale. As one of today's deals, shoppers can save 36 per cent on my go-to lightweight cardigan. I also spotted more must-have fashion finds for women over 40. Keep scrolling to dive in. These deals are exclusive to Prime members, meaning you need a membership to save. . This lightweight cardigan is great for running errands or a day at the beach. Available in over 30 different designs and colours, good luck ordering only one! This comfortable and lightweight cardigan is made of easy-to-clean and wrinkle-free chiffon fabric. With its open front design, bum-grazing back and elbow-length sleeves, you get coverage in all the right places. More Amazon Prime Day fashion deals: Prime Day deal: Save 16%. Prime Day deal: Save 35%. Prime Day deal: Save 15%. Prime Day deal: Save 25%. Prime Day deal: Save 23%. Prime Day deal: Save 25%. Prime Day deal: Save 20%. Prime Day deal: Save 15%. Prime Day deal: Save 15%. Prime Day deal: Save 12%. Prime Day deal: Save 27%.Available in sizes small to 3XL, this stylish kimono looks great on all body types. Pair it with a cute tank and jeans for a night out or over a bathing suit during a day at the beach; the possibilities are endless with this flowy frock. Plus, it comes in 35 designs, so there's a good chance you'll find something you like. Just make sure you don't throw it in the washing machine, as this delicate shirt is hand wash only. It's wrinkle-free: I don't have time to iron my clothes, so this wrinkle-free kimono is perfect. My son literally stuffed it in the bottom of our beach bag, underneath towels and toys, and when I retrieved it, there was not a wrinkle to be seen. It's long in the back: I like that it provides a bit more coverage in the bum area, which makes it a great option for the beach. Easy to clean: The instructions say that it's hand-wash only, but I had no problem washing it in the washing machine on cold. Just be sure to air-dry it and you're good to go. I can wear it everywhere: The beach, running errands, a girl's night out—the possibilities are endless! It runs big: If I had one complaint, it would be that the cardigan runs a bit big. I got it in a small, but I wish they offered an extra-small size. A clasp in the front would be a nice addition: I wore the kimono the other day with a brown belt just to keep it closed. A little clasp or button that allows you to close the front would be great. For the price, I might get a tailor to pop one on. 20 most popular Prime Day 2025 buys, according to Yahoo Canada readers 14 best Prime Day deals on everyday essentials and cleaning products, starting under $5 My holy grail anti-aging eye cream is on sale for Amazon Prime Day — plus 15 more Amazon beauty deals worth your money ⭐️ 4.2/5 stars 💬 3,000+ reviews 🏆 "It's light and a pretty addition to a spring, summer or fall outfit." "Lightweight" and "versatile" are how many Amazon shoppers describe this "elegant" smock. One shopper complimented the "flattering" cut of the "true-to-size" cover-up. Another reviewer appreciated the "breathable" lightweight material and loved how it "dresses up" an outfit. The three-quarter-sleeve kimono was very well received by another who, now that she's older likes to cover her arms with a "pretty" shawl like this. One person mentioned that while they were impressed with the cardigan's "wonderful details;" however, they wished there was a "tiny hook" or "button fastener" on the front. Another person described the sleeved shawl as just "OK," while someone else said they "look like pyjamas." As I sit here writing this, I'm wearing my stylish cardigan and am so happy. It dresses up any outfit, and because a lot of what I own is black, the design I chose goes with everything I wear. The fact that it's totally wrinkle-free makes it the first summer cover-up I reach for. And for just $19, I am itching to add more to my cart. However, I wish there was a way to fasten the front, but it's not the end of the world. A cute belt or solid sash works well in a pinch!
Buzz Feed
09-07-2025
- Business
- Buzz Feed
This Universally Beloved Breville Espresso Machine Is $200 Off For Prime Day
If you find yourself ending up at your favorite coffee shop every morning to get your daily dose of caffeine, it may be time to invest in a new coffee tool for your kitchen: an espresso machine. And you're in luck, because right now, you can get the impressive Breville Barista Express espresso machine for 27% off, making it $549.95 instead of its typical price of $749.95. Instantly get coffee shop-quality espresso in the comfort of your home with this wildly popular full-service espresso machine. Lattes, Americanos, cappuccinos and espresso shots are pulled to precision alongside a built-in conical burr grinder that grinds beans on demand and a frother wand for making perfectly delicious steamed the stuff coffee dreams are made of, and it has more than 19,000 five-star reviews at Amazon to prove Shopping managing editor Emily Ruane raves about this Breville machine. She bought it after moving to a neighborhood where third-wave coffee shops are few and far between.'I did as much research as I could, and this model seemed to be a popular and well-reviewed option,' she told me. 'The Breville was pricy, but it gets used at least twice a day. I wake up every morning looking forward to a perfect latte, and I truly feel so fortunate to be able to enjoy this convenience at home.'Check out these glowing reviews from buyers at Amazon, where this luxurious machine has a whopping 4.6-star rating. Promising reviews: Get it from Amazon for $549.95 (originally $749.95; available in two colors).
Android Authority
09-07-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Whatever you do, don't buy these two Google smartwatches on Prime Day
Ryan Haines / Android Authority As fun and exciting as Prime Day can be, Amazon's big shopping event can also be a bit of a mess. With so many sales to keep track of, it's no surprise that some of the deals you find aren't all that they're cracked up to be. Such is the case with Prime Day discounts on Google smartwatches. You'll find numerous Google wearables on sale for this year's Prime Day, and while some of the savings are legitimately great, others … not so much. The two Google smartwatches to avoid on Prime Day Kris Carlon / Android Authority Fitbit Sense 2 Two Google smartwatches, in particular, caught my eye as ones you probably shouldn't buy. They're the Fitbit Versa 4 and Fitbit Sense 2, and both smartwatches have pretty significant sales for Prime Day. The Fitbit Versa 4, which typically retails for $200, is now available for just $150. The Fitbit Sense 2, meanwhile, is on sale for $190 (down from its $250 retail price). On their own, those are solid savings, and I can see a lot of people being tempted to buy either one. But I'd strongly advise against that. Why? For one thing, we weren't all that impressed with either smartwatch when we reviewed them in 2022. While the Versa 4 and Sense 2 have lightweight designs, good AMOLED displays, and long battery life, they're plagued with a myriad of bugs and missing features. Between unreliable GPS performance, no third-party app support, no music storage, no Google Assistant, and other miscellaneous issues with Fitbit OS, the Versa 4 and Sense 2 are frustrating smartwatches. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Versa 4 And that was almost three years ago. Since then, Google hasn't done much of anything with either smartwatch. Google Maps and Google Wallet were added in March 2023, and a YouTube Music app was added about a year ago. And that's it. There have been further developments in the Versa and Sense world since then, but nothing positive. Last August, Google all but confirmed that it was done with the Versa and Sense lineups so it could focus on the Pixel Watch. Earlier this year, Google had to address battery issues with the original Fitbit Sense and Versa 3. And, just for good measure, the company removed Google Assistant functionality from those watches, too. Simply put, the Fitbit Sense and Fitbit Versa are not in a good place in 2025. There's been no indication from Google that it has any interest in reviving the lineups any time soon, and with security updates ending for the Versa 4 and Sense 2 next June, neither watch has much life left in it. What should you buy instead? Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Those are the two Google smartwatches you shouldn't buy on Prime Day, but which ones should you buy? There are a couple on sale for Prime Day that I highly recommend. The first, and most obvious, is the Google Pixel Watch 3. Although we expect the Pixel Watch 4 to be released sometime in August, the Pixel Watch 3 is still a phenomenal smartwatch, and you can get it for a great price thanks to Prime Day. Both the 41mm and 45mm versions of the Pixel Watch 3 are on sale, as are the Wi-Fi and LTE variants. All of them are discounted by $100 from their retail price, which works out as follows: 41mm / Wi-Fi — $250 41mm / LTE — $350 45mm / Wi-Fi — $300 45mm / LTE — $400 While more expensive than the Fitbit Versa 4 and Fitbit Sense 2, it's undeniable that the Pixel Watch 3 is a better smartwatch in almost every conceivable way. Since it runs Wear OS, the Pixel Watch 3 supports third-party apps, Google Assistant voice control, and much, much more. The watch also works with the exact same Fitbit app, has more robust health/fitness tracking features, and it can even detect a loss of pulse — a potentially life-saving capability. The Pixel Watch 3's battery life isn't quite as impressive as the two Fitbit smartwatches, but it should still be good enough for two days of use per charge. Considering everything else it brings to the table compared to the Versa 4 and Sense 2, that's more than a fair price to pay. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Alternatively, if the Pixel Watch 3 doesn't seem like a good fit, my other recommendation would be the Fitbit Charge 6. While it's more of a fitness tracker than a proper smartwatch, you could say the same about the Fitbit Versa 4 and Fitbit Sense 2. The Charge 6 offers almost all of the same health features as the Sense 2, except for tracking floors climbed and all-day stress monitoring. But if those things don't matter to you, the Charge 6 gives you the full Fitbit experience in a lightweight, compact wearable with over five days of battery life — all for just $100 during Prime Day. Which Google wearable do you think is the best Prime Day 2025 deal? 0 votes Google Pixel Watch 3 NaN % Fitbit Charge 6 NaN % Fitbit Versa 4 NaN % Fitbit Sense 2 NaN % In short, it comes down to this. If you want a full-on smartwatch and like the Fitbit platform, the Pixel Watch 3 is the Google smartwatch to buy during Prime Day. Alternatively, if battery life is your top concern and you don't care about the extra smart functions, I'd go for the Charge 6 over the Versa and Sense. Fitbit Charge 6 Fitbit Charge 6 Useful physical button • Updated heart rate sensor • All sport modes now on device MSRP: $159.99 The Fitbit Charge 6 is the company's 2023 top-of-the-line fitness tracker When it comes to fitness trackers, the Fitbit Charge 6 is now the best product in the company's portfolio. To get anything better, you'd need to jump up to the Pixel Watch 3, which is a dedicated smartwatch. The Charge 6 has a full-color display, 40 exercise modes, and the most advanced heart-rate tracker Fitbit offers. See price at Amazon See price at Amazon Save $60.00 Prime Deal See price at Fitbit
WIRED
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- WIRED
5 Best Prime Day TV Deals for All Budgets (2025)
Summer heat is upon us, but there's nothing cooler than great Prime Day TV deals on the best TVs we've tested. We don't recommend just any TV discounts; here at WIRED, you'll find only the top models we've thoroughly tested in a wide variety of styles and budget tiers at their lowest (or close to the lowest) prices, ensuring there's something for everyone. This is a living list, and we'll be continuously updating it with our favorites as the Amazon Prime Day sale event proceeds, so if you don't find what you need, keep checking in as more deals drop. Don't miss our Absolute Best Prime Day Deals roundup or our Prime Day liveblog. WIRED Featured Deals TV Deals The Best OLED for the Money What can I say about LG's C-series that we haven't already? As the second tier in LG's illustrious OLED lineup, high-value performance is in its DNA. The 65-inch C4 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) was our favorite model yet, offering strikingly clear 4K and upscaled HD images, rich and naturalistic colors, impressive OLED brightness, and spacey black levels thanks to OLED's emissive screen tech. Four HDMI 2.1 inputs and up to a 144Hz refresh rate, plus low input lag make this TV equal parts gaming powerhouse and cinematic delight. As last year's model, its price has been bouncing around, now likely as low as you'll see it until it's gone for good. A Great Budget TV Roku's entry-level QLED leverages quantum dots for enhanced colors, local dimming for quality black levels that look good in a dark room, and Roku's wonderfully simple operating system. From dialing up your favorite movies and free TV channels to connecting Bluetooth headphones and finding your remote, the Plus Series makes everything easy and looks pretty good doing it. The TV's been planted at this low price for a while now, but we don't know how much longer it'll be available as a newer version is launching soon. The Best TV for Gaming The OLED panel on this Samsung TV offers great brightness (for an OLED), and the quantum dots add intense, yet natural colors. There's a 144-Hz screen refresh rate across all inputs, along with support for variable refresh rates and built-in cloud gaming for Xbox, Amazon Luna, and others, making it an excellent screen for gamers. Viewing angles are nearly perfect, the screen is anti-reflective, and it has a solar-powered remote, so no more swapping dead batteries. The Best TV for Most TCL's QM6K (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is our current pick as the best TV for most people in large part due to its refreshingly balanced picture at a good price that keeps getting better. It's not the fieriest TV for the money, but it has enough might for some HDR magic, matched by rich black levels, accurate colors, and a screen mostly free of the kind of columns and aberrations that mar many TVs at this price tier. Good gaming features and simplified Google TV streaming round things out for a sweet package. Sony's Best TV Sony's Bravia 8 II (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is a true beauty thanks to Samsung's searingly bright QD-OLED display run through Sony's fabulous picture processing. You'll get stunning clarity and upscaling that makes some images look like they're about to pop off the screen. Colors are vivid yet natural, off-angle viewing and screen uniformity are near-perfect, and the screen reflection tech is fantastic, though it does raise the black levels compared to the more fiery LG G5 (9/10, WIRED Recommends). Otherwise, this TV's picture quality will be very tough to beat in 2025, and it's now at its lowest price yet.
