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Is AppleCare+ Worth Buying for Your iPhone?
Whether those prices are worth it depends on what kind of phone you have and how much risk you’re comfortable with. Let’s say you lose your iPhone 16 Pro and have theft and loss coverage. Your replacement costs are going to total $418 (a $149 deductible plus the $269 you paid for the AppleCare+ plan). That’s a substantial amount to…
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Pros and Cons of Buying an iPhone Directly From Apple
Tech support: Baked into the iPhone Upgrade Program is AppleCare+, which is one of the few extended-warranty programs recommended by Consumer Reports for certain consumers. That means if your phone gets damaged, you can take it straight to Apple to have it fixed or replaced as part of your plan. The iPhone Upgrade Program starts at $40 per month, depending…
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What does Qualcomm’s interest in buying Intel’s chip design business mean for the future of PCs? – Computerworld
“If Qualcomm makes this move, it could mark a significant shift in the balance of power in the PC chip market, potentially setting the stage for a more competitive landscape driven by AI-focused innovation,” said Scott Dylan, founder of NexaTech Ventures. It would ultimately be a win for Qualcomm’s strategy to diversify beyond mobile chipsets, he added, “but it may…
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Eight Lazy Repairs to Watch Out for When Buying a Former Rental Property
Hunting for a starter home can be an exercise in discovering just how little money you actually have access to. You might feel pretty good when you find out just how much you’re pre-approved to borrow, but increasingly, finding a house that ticks all your boxes and fits your budget is a huge challenge. One potential solution is to consider…
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I have $250 to upgrade my bedding in the Labor Day sales — here’s what I’m buying
As the season changes, it’s natural to want to refresh your bedroom and create the cozy nest you need to help you cope with colder weather. Thanks to this year’s Labor Day bedding sales you don’t need to break the bank to do so. I’m seeing huge reductions in sleep accessories and bedding from leading brands, including 30% off luxury…
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Up to $150 off Sony headphones at Amazon and Walmart — 5 deals I recommend buying
Sony has consistently topped our lists of the best headphones. So if you want to get your hands on a pair, check out these Sony headphone sales. Right now the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are $308 at Walmart ($90 off.) These are our choice for the best headphones you can buy — they deliver great sound, up to 40 hours of…
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