Because of this, it’s important to be strategic with how you spend when the holidays come around. This way, you won’t be stuck with expensive credit card balances to pay off in the coming new year. Utilizing the below tips will help you stay on budget and avoid unwanted financial stress this holiday season. Make a holiday budget To start, it’s important to set a budget (opens in new tab) for the coming holiday season, as it will keep you from spending more than you can reasonably afford....

At least many of the best Netflix movies and best Netflix shows remain, while titles that are new on Netflix will drop throughout the month. Netflix is constantly adding and subtracting stuff, though movies tend to cycle in and out more frequently than shows. We’re not sure if any of these departures will push you to cancel Netflix, but their absence will surely be frustrating to some. With our recommendations, you’ll have a better chance of making the most of your Netflix subscription this month....

And while Netflix canceled a fews on this list, it’s not alone. The very complicated year at HBO Max left a Max Original we love canceled — and it’s not even on the service anymore. So, we decided to take this moment for a bit of a retrospective on the shows we’ve lost that got universal praise. To filter that list, we’ve narrowed these shows down to titles with Rotten Tomatoes (opens in new tab) scores of 90% or higher....

Over on Peacock, there’s a new LGBTQ+ horror movie called They/Them with Kevin Bacon that looks deeply unsettling. Want something adult that isn’t filled with jump-scares? Judi Dench co-stars in the Oscar-nominated Belfast, which is coming to HBO Max in case you missed it during its theatrical run. And, yes, the Lightyear release date on Disney Plus is finally upon us. So, if you were (like we were) unsure of whether you needed to see the origin story of Woody’s arch nemesis, you’ll be able to do so on one of the best streaming services....

Not only can they thrive in hot conditions, but drought-tolerant plants can be more sustainable. Since these species require less watering, they’ll help cut back on the water bill, which also helps you lower your energy bills this summer. What’s more, you can go away on vacation without the worry of coming home to dried or wilting plants. Luckily, there are plenty of self-sufficient plants that can cope well with dry conditions and survive on very little water....

Typically, the entryway has been a functional space, used for families to dump their coats, bags and footwear. Nowadays, the humble hallway is an inviting space to add a touch of glamor, and be more welcoming for guests. The best part is, you don’t even have to spend a fortune on renovating, with these simple decor style tips. So whether it’s a palatial or compact space, here are seven entry hall ideas to impress guests....

Whether you’re using an air fryer or one of the best toaster ovens, these appliances can be used to cook all kinds of ingredients from savory snacks to sweet desserts. In fact, to showcase our point, we’ve pulled together 7 foods you never knew you could cook in an air fryer. Once you’ve given these ingredients a try, you will appreciate your air fryer all the more and open up a new world of recipe possibilities....

In other words, if you have a Switch, Switch Lite or Switch OLED, get comfy with it, as you’re probably going to have it for a while. Still, there’s no denying that the Switch is starting to show its age, particularly compared to consoles such as the PS5 and the Xbox Series X. And while we don’t expect Nintendo to put out a follow-up for a while, it’s fun to imagine what such a device might look like....

We’ve also found great deals on fitness trackers, TV’s, smart home devices and more. We update our hubs daily so you can rest assured the best deals can be scooped up here throughout the Black Friday weekend. Once you’ve picked up one of these bargains, check out our overall Black Friday deals liveblog too for the very latest offers. Top Black Friday deals under $100 TVs and streaming Headphones and audio Fitness Appliances Gaming Smart home Computing Bedding If you’re building a smart home and want to add some of the best smart light bulbs (opens in new tab) to the mix, you can’t go wrong with Philips Hue....

Deciding whether a hotel or Airbnb is more cost effective depends on different factors influencing your trip, such as how long you’re staying and how many people you’re traveling with. Keep reading to determine which is the best choice for your upcoming travels. Length of stay To start, take into account how long your trip is going to be. Are you going somewhere for two days or a whole week?...

I was a little late to the party when it came to the AirPods Pro, as I tended to favor over-ear headphones, such as the still excellent Sony WH-1000XM3. But this year I was handed a pair of AirPods Pro to try out and was very impressed. As our AirPods Pro review highlights, the earbuds combine a modern, functional design with very impressive sound quality and some solid active noise cancelling....

As you’ll see in our AirPods Pro 2 review, these Apple buds take things to the next level. In, fact they offer 2x better noise cancelling performance. It’s so good it’s almost scary, and I know because I’ve tried them. Not only are the AirPods Pro 2 one of the best noise-cancelling earbuds we’ve tested, they solve a big problem with the original AirPods Pro. There’s volume controls in the stems of the earbuds now, so you can raise and lower the volume without having to dig your phone out of your pocket....

I personally just upgraded to AirPods Pro last month and have been enjoying the wealth of additional features compared to the standard AirPods 2 I was using before. The active noise canceling in particular has been a revelation helping me block out crying toddlers on a busy flight, and annoyingly boisterous powerlifters when working out at the gym. We named AirPods Pro some of the best wireless earbuds for good reason....

If you know how to use Alexa and all the best Alexa skills for your smart home, you have probably figured out you can change the color of your Philips Hue lights, TP-Link bulbs or any smart lights that support millions of colors. The colors you can request of Alexa go far beyond your basic blue, green, yellow and red, though. In fact there are 123 unique colors Alexa knows....

The security firm found that nearly 50% of Mac malware comes from the MacKeeper app. Designed to offer security-centric features, such as digitally cleaning a Mac, and bolstering privacy, it’s actually a source for 48% of all macOS malware; yes, that’s the irony bell ringing. “While its initial purpose is to aid MacOS users, often it can be abused by adversaries since it already has extensive permissions and access to processes and files,” Elastic Security Labs report explained....

To see how well the $139 Halo Rise identified my sleep cycles and trends based on micro-movements and ambient conditions, I carried out this Halo Rise review by sleep tracking with the device for two weeks. In that time, I learned some things that my smartwatch can’t tell me — specifically, what changes I could make to my bedroom to get better sleep. I know that’s something many of us are constantly trying to achieve....

For example, if you buy an entry-level iPad, iPad mini, or iPad Air you’ll get a gift card up to the value of $50. Opt for a MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini or iMac you can snag up to a $250 gift card. What’s more, if you take in a current Apple device to trade in for a new model, you can also be eligible for a gift card too; such an approach could help you save a good bit on a new Apple product....

In our Mac Mini M1 review, we were extremely impressed with the machine’s streamlined design and powerful performance. The base version, which comes sporting 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for storage, is the cheapest model available, though the 512GB model (opens in new tab) is also enjoying a (smaller) reduction as well. In our testing, we had over a dozen Safari tabs open while watching a 4K video on YouTube, and there was no noticeable slowdown in performance....

According to Kuo (via 9to5Mac (opens in new tab)) the Apple mixed reality headset is set to come with the same 96W charger as the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Obviously Apple wouldn’t ship a device with such a powerful charger if it didn’t need it — meaning the headset may be a real powerhouse. According to Kuo the charger is shipping because the headset’s CPU and GPU have rather high power demands....

First introduced back in April of last year alongside iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, the iPhone maker’s App Tracking Transparency Framework requires that all apps first ask for consent before tracking a user’s activity across other apps and websites. At the same time as MacRumors (opens in new tab) points out, apps that want to track a user based on the unique advertising identifiers of their devices must also get permission before doing so....