The Cheapskate Show

The Cheapskate Hall of Fame! Feb 10, 2021

Hello Cheapskates! Here is the Cheapskate Hall of Fame article for your reading pleasure;

https://www.cnet.com/news/the-cheapskate-hall-of-fame-best-cheap-products-of-all-time/

And here is a link to a deal for one of the Fairywill electric toothbrushes we discussed as well:

https://www.cnet.com/health/brush-for-a-full-year-with-this-ada-approved-electric-toothbrush-for-16/

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Tile Trackers: The best cheap gadget you don't own Jan 27, 2021

Links to topics in this episode:

ColdSnap ice cream maker: https://www.cnet.com/news/coldsnap-ice-cream-maker-pod-technology-ces-2021-keurig-of-ice-cream-product-we-all-need/

Samsung Galaxy S21: https://www.cnet.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s21-is-more-like-the-iphone-12-in-some-of-the-worst-ways-no-charger-no-expandable-storage/

Tile trackers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/A8695665-20D1-4CF6-97C4-4B20A96E8F3D?tag=cnet-buy-button-20

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Cheap ways to make your TV viewing experience better Jan 13, 2021

Hi Cheapskates, Here's a reminder that we have a new email address: cheapskateshow@redventures.com. Please send us your questions, tips and comments.

We also have a small surprise in at the end of this week's show: Some bloopers. Should we keep including them after the sign-off? Let us know with an email so we know if you're enjoying them or not.

Here are the links to stuff we mentioned in this week's episode:

Amazfit Bip U Pro: https://www.cnet.com/news/the-amazfit-bip-u-pro-smartwatch-for-70-is-pretty-amazing/

CNET’s best soundbars for 2021: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-soundbar/

Sideclick: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Sideclick&ref=bl_dp_s_web_0&tag=cnet-buy-button-20

Couch arm tray tables: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=couch+arm+tray+table&ref=nb_sb_noss_2&tag=cnet-buy-button-20

Solving the dreaded soap-opera effect: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/soap-opera-effect-tom-cruise-wants-you-to-turn-it-off-heres-how/

Epic Games freebies: https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/free-games

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Squeeze more life out of your old phones, laptops and tablets Jan 06, 2021

Happy New Year, Cheapskates!

Here are the links to the articles and products we talked about in this episode:

Wyze headphones: https://www.cnet.com/news/wyze-headphones-hands-on-sweet-features-and-impressive-anc-for-just-50/

Turn an old laptop into a Chromebook: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-turn-your-old-slow-laptop-into-an-awesome-chromebook-for-your-kids/

Stadia: https://stadia.google.com

CloudReady: https://www.neverware.com/freedownload#intro-text

Repurpose an old iPhone: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/dont-sell-or-trade-in-your-old-iphone-just-yet-8-ways-to-give-it-new-life-at-home/

TextPlus: https://www.cnet.com/news/textnow-just-unveiled-unlimited-free-calling-and-texting-but-data-is-an-optional-extra/

Repurpose an old Android phone: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/9-ingenious-ways-to-give-your-old-android-phone-new-life/

Repurpose an old iPad: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/6-new-uses-for-your-old-ipad/

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Apple AirPods Max are DEFINITELY not worth the money Dec 16, 2020

It's our last episode before the holidays, so we'll see you again on January 4. But before then, we talked about why the AirPods Max aren't worth it, and a slew of other things. Here are the links that go with this episode:

Cheap(ish) last-minute gifts:

https://establishedtitles.com/

https://starregister.org/

Best noise-cancelling headphones under $100:

https://www.cnet.com/news/best-noise-canceling-headphones-under-100-for-2020/

Best over-the-ear headphones:

https://www.cnet.com/news/best-over-ear-headphones-of-2020-bose-sony-and-more/

Rick tried refurbished Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, here's what happened:

https://www.cnet.com/news/i-tried-refurbished-sony-wh-1000xm4-headphones-for-218-heres-what-happened/

Cheap Festivus poles:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=festivus+pole&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

https://shop.wagnercompanies.com/festivus-poles

The Match.com commercial with Satan:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmb5ENInqVk

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Cheap laptops: How to never spend more than $500 on a laptop Dec 09, 2020

Here are a few additional resources to help you make smart choices on cheap laptops:

https://www.cnet.com/news/best-laptop-under-500-of-2020-from-hp-lenovo-acer-and-more/

https://www.cnet.com/news/best-cheap-gaming-laptop-under-1000-for-2020/

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The best, cheapest holiday gifts of 2020 part 2: Cheap harder Dec 02, 2020

We've gone back to the cheap gift well a second time. Here are links to all the gift ideas we discussed on the show:

Rick’s Picks

Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/

Tile: https://www.pntrac.com/t/8-11106-212732-144689?sid=[subid_value]&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thetileapp.com%2F&website=318966

Mixtiles: https://mixtiles.com/

Vava: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/3586864/type/dlg/sid/[subid_value]/https://www.vava.com/products/4k-ultra-short-throw-laser-projector-1

Dave’s Picks

Bias lighting: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tv+bias+lighting&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

Philips Hue Light bar: https://www.amazon.com/Philips-White-Color-Ambiance-Double/dp/B07GXB3S7Z/ref=sr_1_4

Backbone: https://playbackbone.com/products/backbone-one

Solar Puff Lantern: https://www.bespokepost.com/store/solight-design-solar-puff-lantern-warm-white

Model Space: https://www.model-space.com/us/

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Bonus episode: The tech we're thankful for Nov 25, 2020

The show's a little different this week. No deals, no money-saving tips. Rick and Dave chat about the coolest tech they've enjoyed and are thankful for in 2020, with a few hopefully amusing diversions along the way. And bonus feature: It's a short show. We'll be back next week with the usual money-saving tips. You can talk to us at cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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The best cheapest holiday gifts of 2020 Nov 18, 2020

Welcome to the holiday gift guide edition of the Cheapskate Show. Here are links to the gifts we recommended:

Kangaroo doorbell: $20

https://heykangaroo.com/products/doorbell-camera-chime

Wyze Cam v3: $20

https://wyze.com/wyze-cam-v3.html

My Arcade mini/micro players: $35 -$85

https://www.myarcadegaming.com/collections/mini-arcades

https://www.amazon.com/My-Arcade-Data-Classics-Player/dp/B07BFMY96W/ref=sr_1_3

New Wave Toys Hotline 16000 Mobile Charger: $40

https://www.amazon.com/Replitronics-Hotline-16000-not-machine-specific/dp/B085FQQMCT

Rocketbook: $15 and up

https://getrocketbook.com/collections/notebooks

Amazfit Bip: $70

https://us.amazfit.com/pages/amazfit-bip

PopSocket: $10 and up

https://www.popsockets.com/shop/popgrip?lang=en_US

Ninja Loop: $7+

https://phoneloops.com/collections/phone-grip-strap

Also, here is a link to the Pocketalk translator we discussed on the show:

https://www.cnet.com/news/the-incredible-pocketalk-classic-mobile-translator-is-on-sale-for-99/

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Cheap smartwatches that are just as good as expensive ones Nov 11, 2020

This week on the show, we kick things off with a discussion of KrowdFit: https://www.krowdfit.com/

Today's guest, Lexy Savvides, compares the Apple Watch to the Amazfit Bip, which was one of the cheap bands we discussed on the show:

https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-watch-vs-amazfit-bip-80-alternative-smartwatch

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How to win Black Friday: Essential money-saving tips for holiday shopping Nov 04, 2020

Welcome to our episode focusing on Black Friday. Here are the links we discussed in this episode:

Netflix's latest price hike: https://www.cnet.com/news/netflix-raising-price-increase-2020/

Here's how to save money on streaming: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/10-ways-to-save-money-on-streaming

T-Mobile introduces TVision. Is it a superhero? Find out here: https://www.cnet.com/news/t-mobile-tvision-streams-live-tv-channels-starting-at-10-per-month/

Save money when you shop on Black Friday: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/cyber-monday-deals-how-to-save-even-more-money-online-today/

The Verizon prepaid cellular plan we discussed: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/3586864/type/dlg/sid/[subid_value]/https://www.verizon.com/prepaid/

Talk to us:

Want to send us a question, comment or complaint? Want to ask a question we can answer in an upcoming episode? You can reach us at: cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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Cheap phone service: How to lower your monthly bill Oct 28, 2020

Here are the links and articles we discussed in this week's episode:

Deals at Best Buy's early Black Friday sale: https://www.cnet.com/news/the-best-deals-at-best-buys-early-black-friday-sale/

Deals at Walmart's early Black Friday sale: https://www.cnet.com/news/walmarts-black-friday-sales-start-nov-4-here-are-the-best-deals-already-announced/

Deals at Home Depot's early Black Friday sale: https://www.cnet.com/news/home-depot-black-friday-deals-start-nov-8-see-everything-on-sale/

Cheap phone carriers you should definitely look into: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/iphone-12-is-expensive-thankfully-these-carriers-arent/

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$1,000 iPhones aren't worth the money -- here's what you should get instead Oct 21, 2020

Here are the links and articles we discussed in this week's episode:

Best phones under $500: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-phones-under-500-2020-iphone-se-xr-pixel-4a-5g-galaxy-a51/

Best phones under $200: https://www.cnet.com/news/8-best-phones-under-200-our-picks-for-2020-budget-phones-that-work-great-galaxy-a01-moto-g7-power-moto-g-fast/

5G everything: https://www.cnet.com/5g/

Exploding Kittens: https://www.amazon.com/Exploding-Kittens-LLC-EKG-ORG1-1-Card/dp/B010TQY7A8?tag=cheapskate08-20

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The secrets of making awesome coffee at home Oct 14, 2020

Here's a CNET article about ways to make awesome coffee on the cheap:

https://www.cnet.com/news/the-best-ways-to-make-awesome-coffee-on-the-cheap/

And here's an example of a cheap ping-pong set that Rick describes in Best Under $20:

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B078TNNK97/?tag=cheapskate08-20

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Expensive TVs aren’t worth the money Oct 07, 2020

On this week's show, we start with a listener question from Crystal Caldwell. She asks: "I have an Oculus quest that I purchased in December of 2019 and signed up using an Oculus account. Will I no longer be able to log in to the Oculus go after a certain time period and be forced to have a Facebook account?"

Have your own question for us? You can send your questions and comments to: cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

On today's main event, we discussed TVs with CNET's very own TV expert, David Katzmaier. For more information about what we discussed, check out David's roundup of CNET's best TVs under $500:

https://www.cnet.com/news/the-best-tvs-under-500-that-you-can-buy-right-now/

Finally, here is the OXO Brew Single Serve Dripper that Rick described in today's Best Under $20:

https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Single-Coffee-Dripper-Auto-Drip/dp/B01ENK41Q6?tag=cheapskate08-20

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Secrets to saving big on Prime Day Sep 30, 2020

At the top of the show this week Rick has a big announcement: You can sign up for CNET deal alerts. Rick will be sending one great deal each day directly to your phone. You can sign up for texts online or by sending a text to 415-878-5803.

We also called back to a topic we discussed on last week's show. Rick formally apologized to Dave for being wrong about Microsoft 365, the annual subscription plan for Office. It turns out that getting a full terabyte of cloud storage space for $70 per year (or 5 TB for $100) is actually a pretty amazing deal. Listen to last week's show for more details.

In the main segment, we talked about how to save money and make the most of Prime Day, which is coming up in just a couple of weeks on Oct. 13. In fact, the first early bird Prime Day deals are already here. You can read about 5 ways to save on Prime Day, and be sure to check out the tools and browser extensions Dave talked about. Lastly, you can sign up for a free 30-day Amazon Prime trial if you've never had a Prime subscription before, or you can subscribe just for a month or two to get you through Prime Day and Black Friday.

Finally, in our listener mail segment, Gregg Nicholas told us, "No way that I will ever sign up for Facebook, so I'm not getting an Oculus Quest 2." Strong words, so we discussed the fact that Facebook is now a required part of using the Quest 2 headset. What do you think about this issue? Tell us, or ask your own question by emailing the show at cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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The best totally free Microsoft Office alternatives Sep 23, 2020

It's a packed show this week. We start the podcast by talking about the new Oculus Quest 2, a VR headset that could finally take virtual reality gaming mainstream. It has twice the resolution of the first version, is $100 cheaper, and you can preorder yours right now.

We also talked to Raise CEO Jay Klauminzer about Slide, his new cashback service that earns you money whether you're making purchases online or in the real world.

The main attraction this week: should you stop paying for Microsoft Office and use a free office suite instead? We discussed LibreOffice and WPS Office on the show, as well as the web version of Microsoft Office.

Finally, if foggy glasses are your nemesis when you don your COVID-19 mask, check out our CNET article on anti-fog sprays for your eyeglasses.

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The truth about cheap home-theater projectors Sep 09, 2020

This week, we start the podcast with a conversation about Walmart Plus, a subscription service that might become your new alternative to Amazon Prime. Or not -- listen for our take on this new service.

We also talk about free TV streaming -- thanks to Netflix and Pluto TV, there's more of it than ever before right now.

Then it's on to the main event: Rick is excited about inexpensive portable projectors, such as this one that costs a mere $100. Dave is less enthused, and explains some of the reasons you might want to be careful before spending money on this kind of projector. Want to see what a projector suitable for your media room might look like? Check out CNET's roundup of the best projectors for 2020.

Finally, Rick's Best Under $20 product this week is an LED light strip you can use to add voice-controlled illumination anywhere in your home.

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Digital photo frames: Better (and cheaper) than you think Sep 02, 2020

This week, we start the show with an admission from Rick: Mere days after dismissing the value of protective watch cases, Rick managed to break his Apple Watch.

In the second segment, Rick is jazzed about digital photo frames and he wants the world to know about it. You can read an article Rick recently posted about an inexpensive photo frame, and also check out the photo frame app called Fotoo for your Android tablet we discussed as well.

Should you buy your movies or rent them? How cheap does a movie purchase need to be for you to pull the trigger? Dave discussed the difference in prices between buying and renting Bill & Ted Face the Music, and you can tell us what you think about all this by emailing the show at cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

Finally, our Best Under $20 this week was The Anchor, which you can find on Amazon for $12.

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The do's and don'ts of buying refurbished tech Aug 26, 2020

This week, we started off the show by talking about how to play the game that's turning the internet upside down -- Microsoft Flight Simulator -- for $1.

We also talked about We Were Here, a great 2-player adventure game that Rick and Dave actually played. You can play We Were Here for free.

Finally, we go to the main event: Should you buy refurbished tech products? You can read about Rick's experience with refurbished AirPods Pro, and here is some advice on how to find good deals on refurbished Apple products.

We also discussed touchless soap dispensers under $20. Here is the soap dispenser that Rick referred to on the show.

Finally, just for fun, here is the Lonely Island semicolon song, and Weird Al Yankovic's grammar song, both of which we referred to during the show's intro.

Do you have a question or a comment for Rick and Dave? Contact us by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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How to spot fake reviews at Amazon Aug 18, 2020

Are there fake reviews on Amazon? You bet your galoshes there are. Here's a CNET story for further reading: How to spot fake reviews on Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and other sites.

We also discussed a great deal on the Amazon Echo Studio at Best Buy -- you not only save $30 on the speaker, you get a free Echo Show 5 and Philips Hue bulb. be sure to check out the deal, which is still running as we write this on Aug. 19, and hopefully (fingers crossed) will be when you see it.

In the second segment, we discussed how to use RBDigital and your digital library card to read magazines for free. Here's how to get started with RBDigital and your local library, step-by-step.

In this week's listener question segment, Stacy Alesi wrote, “As a librarian, I was delighted to see you point out the Chrome extension. But I'm not sure if you have ever recommended BookBub? They send out a daily email based on your reading preferences with cheap (usually $2.99 is the priciest ebook) along with a few that are free. The books run the gamut from the big 5 publishers to self-published.”

That's a great tip, Stacy! Here's BookBub for your book-reading please.

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Never, ever pay full price for these tech items Aug 12, 2020

This week, it's all about saving money. Well technically, every week is about saving money at The Cheapskate Show, but we're kicking things off with a discussion of 7 items we've found that are always either on sale or about to go on sale, so if you buy any of these products at full list price, you're just setting your money on fire. In this segment, we mentioned good deals on Apple AirPods, and this article is frequently updated with the best prices we could find:

https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-airpods-pro-flash-sale-199-for-a-limited-time/

We also mentioned how Echo Dots or other smart speakers are frequently bundled with other products for free. Here are a couple of examples from this week:

Eero router and a Echo Show 5: https://www.cnet.com/news/get-the-excellent-eero-3-piece-mesh-router-for-199/

Echo Studio and a Echo Show 5: https://www.cnet.com/news/buy-an-amazon-echo-studio-get-an-echo-show-5-and-philips-hue-light-for-free/

In the next segment, we discussed a handful of deals. Here are all the links we referred to:

Hulu annual plan: https://www.cnet.com/news/hulus-discounted-annual-plan-makes-a-great-deal-even-better/

CNET Giveaway: https://www.cnet.com/news/enter-cnets-virtual-school-giveaway/

Moto G sale: https://www.cnet.com/news/get-the-excellent-moto-g-fast-budget-phone-for-just-153-save-47/

In this week's listener question segment, Derek from Idaho asks: "Are those protective cases for Apple Watch useful, or are they just a scam?" You can ask Rick and Dave your own question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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Cash-back services: Sneaky scam or legit savings? Aug 05, 2020

This week, Rick and Dave start the show by pulling back the curtain on cash-back services. Here is the article they referenced:

https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/best-cash-back-services-for-2020/

In the second segment, they discussed a library extension for your browser:

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-browser-extension-shows-you-which-amazon-books-are-available-free-at-your-local-library/

And finally, here's what you need to know about the new 4-lines-for-$100 plan that T-Mobile is offering:

https://www.cnet.com/news/why-im-thinking-seriously-about-switching-to-t-mobiles-new-4-lines-for-100-plan/

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Shockingly cheap home security systems Jul 29, 2020

Home security system prices have dropped like a rock since your dad installed one 20 years ago. Even so, you can still save a bundle by looking past the obvious choices. At the top of the show this week, we talked about home security services. We mentioned the security system roundup at CNET, and talked about Kangaroo as well as all the cheap security gear at Wyze.

Also, don't forget that you can put your Alexa in Guard mode.

In the Tip of the Week, Rick told you about how to get a free (or sort of free, depending upon how you look at it) exercise bike and referred to this article:

Get a Peloton-style indoor studio bike free with your monthly iFit membership

In this week's Listener Question, -Valerie Stott asks: “How do I save money on Internet service at home? I live in a Detroit suburb and only have AT&T and Comcast to choose from.”

In case you're curious, Valerie Stott is not an anagram for Rick Broida. Dave checked.

You can ask Rick and Dave your own question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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How meal-kit delivery services save you money Jul 22, 2020

In our first segment this week, we talked about meal kit delivery services, and referred to this article: Best meal delivery kits for 2020: Home Chef, Sun Basket, Blue Apron and more

Later in the show, we discussed apps you can use to chat with others online for a little bit of empathy: Lonely? Need to talk? Chat confidentially with these apps for free

This week, Jonathan Lane asks us this question: I'm interested in finding a good, albeit relatively inexpensive, CD player that doesn't take up much space. Or easy ways to switch from CDs to digital, such as a NAS server. Rick pointed out this portable CD player.

You can ask Rick and Dave your own question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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The best money-saving back-to-school tricks Jul 15, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, we kick things off by talking about a slew of ways to save money on back to school shopping. Here are some of the deals and discounts we discussed in the first segment:

Apple's back to school deal: Get $159 towards AirPods when you buy a Mac or an iPad

The best cheap and free perks for college students in 2020

Our favorite back to school picks for 2020

2018 Acer 15.6" HD WLED Chromebook 15

Moto G Fast vs. Moto E: Here's which sub-$200 Motorola phone to buy

Best noise canceling headphones under $100 for 2020

Here are the free game links we promised you:

Epic is giving away $70 worth of games for free this week

Amazon is giving Prime subscribers 8 free games worth over $100

Get adventure games worth $174 for $15

Software Library: MS-DOS Games

Finally, a listener asked: "Thanks for your recent story on free streaming services. I need a movie to watch this weekend. Any recommendations?"

You can ask Rick and Dave your own question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

Rick suggested:

Catch Me If You Can on IMDB TV

Catch Me If You Can on Roku Channel

Dave suggested;

The Commitments on Hoopla

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How to stream live TV on the cheap Jul 08, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, we kick things off by talking about ways you can save money on live TV streaming video services. Some of the services we discussed include:

Pluto

Philo

Also, here's 10 ways to save money on streaming.

Rick talked about his experience with the Wyze Band and Amazfit Bip S. You can read more about them here:

Get the new Amazfit Bip S smartwatch for $63

Wyze Band hands-on: This $25 fitness tracker is light on your wallet, but also on features

Finally, in this week's listener question, Joe Calamita asks, "I have a daughter going to college and I need to pick up a cheap router for her. Would love it if I can control it remotely in case she has issues. Any cheap suggestions?"

We recommended these routers:

TP-Link AC1200 Gigabit Smart WiFi Router

TP-Link AC1200 Dual Band Router

ASUS Dual-Band 2x2 AC1300

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Cheap, fun drones for you and your kids (or just you) Jul 01, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, we kick things off with a few drones we recommend for under $100. Here are the models we discussed:

Ryze Tech Tello

SNAPTAIN H823H Plus Portable Mini Drone

EachMini Quadcopter Drone for Kids and Adults

Intermittent fasting: Here's Rick's thorough explainer on how to do it, and some of its health and budget advantages:

Intermittent fasting: How it can help you lose weight and even save money

Listener question: CNET reader Matt Modrich asks, “I was thinking about purchasing a Bluetooth speaker to listen to your show while I work outside for up to 4 hours per day. What Bluetooth speakers do you recommend in the $10 to $40 range?”

Here's the model we recommended:

Anker Soundcore 2

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Easy Amazon hacks that'll save you money with every online purchase Jun 24, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, we reveal some easy ways to "hack" Amazon that'll save you money on every purchase. Some of the links we talked about in that segment::

Try Amazon Prime free for 30 days

Other Amazon Prime plans

CamelCamelCamel

Third-party AirPods cases: Did you know you can buy an AirPods charging case from someone other than Apple? And instead of $80, it can cost as little as $20? Here's Rick's article with some recommendations:

Upgrade your AirPods to wireless charging for as little as $20

Listener question: CNET readerElissa asks, “What is the best way to use your cell phone overseas for frequent international travelers?” You can ask Rick and Dave your own question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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AirPods aren't worth the money -- here are some surprisingly cheap alternatives Jun 17, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, we debate whether it's worth dropping $160 or more on Apple AirPods. And whatever your opinion, we discuss good, inexpensive alternatives. Here are the CNET articles we referred to:

Best cheap true-wireless earbuds in 2020: Top AirPods alternatives for $100 or less

6 great AirPods Pro alternatives that cost less

The surprisingly good EarFun Free true-wireless earbuds are back on sale for $35

Best under $20: We discussed (and debated) the KeySmart, which sells for $22 or three for $44. as well as the $60 Star Trek KeySmart Pro with Tile.

Listener question: CNET reader Layne asks, “What types of things are the worst to ‘cheap out’ on?" You can ask Rick and Dave a question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com.

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Free movies you can stream at home -- the best ones and where to find them Jun 10, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, the main event is all about free streaming services you can use to watch free movies. But we also talk about bidets -- how many months of toilet paper does it take to pay for one? And we cap it all off with a discussion of the most irritating things about companies that try to get us to review or promote their products.

Top of the show: A quick correction -- a listener points out that the Wyze has even better specs than we thought.

Free movies: Check out this CNET article for a list of the free streaming services we discussed on the show: Netflix alternatives: The 10 best free movie streaming services

Product of the Week: Rick warned you to go to the Tushy site by clicking this link.

Listener question: CNET reader @mpulse7 asks "What's been the most irritating thing about companies that try to get you to review or promote their products?" You can ask Rick and Dave a question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com

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The best cheapest phone service you can get right now Jun 03, 2020

On this week's Cheapskate Show, the main event is a how to save a bundle on cell phone service. But we also talk about free videogames and an insanely good deal on a wireless camera.

Top of the show: Here's where to find the free weekly game from Epic.

Or you can bookmark this CNET article that tells you about the free game each week, plus

occasionally some other goodies.

Too Good to be True: Check out Visible for the plans we discussed on the show, or read

The rock-bottom cheapest phone plans you can get today.

Best Under $20: Rick was discussing the Wyze Cam. And the Wyze Cam Pan.

Listener question: CNET reader Rebecca Williams asks "I’ve been trying to find a great cheap deal on an Apple Watch Series 5." You can ask Rick and Dave a question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractive.com

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Be a Father's Day hero with an inexpensive (but awesome) gift May 27, 2020

On this week’s episode of the Cheapskate Show, we talk about how to improve your TV viewing experience with a soundbar as well as the etiquette of turning off someone else's motion smoothing. We discuss our favorite affordable Father’s Day gifts and answer a listener question about the best kind of printer to buy.

Password managers revisited: We forgot to mention Bitwarden last week -- a highly recommended free app in addition to LastPass.

Tip of the week: Here's the CNET soundbar roundup we were referencing during the podcast.

Father's Day deals: Be sure to check out our roundup of Father's Day gifts under $30.

Listener question: CNET reader Brad Lloyd asks "laser versus inkjet." You can ask Rick and Dave a question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractivce.com.

Deal of the Week: Last week's deal is still good! Any listener of the Cheapskate Show can save 30% on any Mixtiles order using promo code CNET30 from now through June 3, 2020.

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Free password managers: Here's the one you need May 20, 2020

On the very first episode of the Cheapskate Show, we discuss the best password managers for personal privacy protection and how to save big when buying a smartphone. Hint: Timing is everything. In this episode:

1. Welcome to the first episode of the Cheapskate Show! CNET's Cheapskate, Rick Broida and co-host Dave Johnson introduce themselves.

2. Tip of the week: Password managers. What you need to know about password security, using password managers, Rick & Dave’s recommended free password manager.

3. Best Under $20: Protect your phone from drops with the Phone Loop. Find it at phoneloops.com.

4. Listener question: CNET reader Lance Brough asks "When's the best time of year to buy a new phone?" You can ask Rick and Dave a question by sending an email to cheapskateshow@cbsinteractivce.com.

5. Deal of the Week: Any listener of the Cheapskate Show can save 30% on any Mixtiles order using promo code CNET30 from now through June 3, 2020.

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The Cheapskate Show, easy tips and tricks to save you money May 18, 2020

Meet Rick Broida and Dave Johnson, CNET's resident deal finders. Each Wednesday, Rick and Dave bring you the Cheapskate Show, a podcast dedicated to saving you money (and having fun while doing it). We tell you about deals, bargains, free stuff, and ways to avoid spending big bucks when small bucks will do. We'll even take listener questions, so subscribe and start learning how to be frugal in the world of tech.

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