Mouse Print*-- Red Sox Sued Over Junk Fees, Misleading Seat Prices
In January, some Boston Red Sox fans showed their displeasure with the ball club's previous practice of showing one ticket price when choosing seats online for a game, but then by the end of the transaction, they added on a bunch of junk fees. This was probably a common practice around the country for live event ticketing until recent changes in state and federal law.
That story is in Mouse Print* this week.
New Cell Carrier Ratings Released
J.D. Power questioned almost 60,000 cellphone customers to see how satisfied they were with their carrier. T-Mobile won for postpaid accounts. Mint Mobile won among prepaid resellers. See how others ranked. In a second study evaluating the network quality of the cell service they have, T-Mobile wins again except in one part of the country. AT&T often came in last place.
There are many different categories of washing machines, like front loaders, top loaders, compact machines and more. Some brands do well in one category, but not in another. For those who do not subscribe to Consumer Reports and thus cannot see the indvidual ratings of brands and models, BGR points out some of the highlights of their latest tests.
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Can These Apps Help You Spot a Scam?
KSL-TV in Utah checked out four scam-detection apps with a cybersecurity expert to see which were best based on some sample texts, emails, and sites provided. Each one had its flaws, but one did a little better than the others. Here is the text version of this story.
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Unlimited Talk, Text, Data - $20/mo. taxes/fees included for 5 Years
Total Wireless, a Verizon-owned sub-brand, is offering single lines when you bring your own phone for only $20 a month (taxes and fees included) rate-locked for five years. (This is not a 5-year contract, however.) No family plan at this price -- you have to open individual accounts for each phone it seems. Expiration unknown.
Get $25 Off a $50+ Restaurant Bill
InKind is a FREE restaurant discount program. If you do not have an InKind account, this offer will get you $25 off your restaurant tab of $50 or more (not including tip). They have hundreds of participating restaurants nationwide, but not in every city. The discount is available through use of the app. You also enter your credit card in the app to pay for the balance after the free $25 is deducted. You must use this link to get this offer (and provide referral credit to MrConsumer). On rare occasions, they offer extra discounts like $25 off a $25 bill sometimes during restaurant week. Offer expires Feb. 15th.
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Updated Guidance on Colonoscopy Prep
The worst part of a colonoscopy is usually having to take the cleanout prep. Now the guidelines are changing and experts say you can use less, and even over-the-counter products like Miralax. For my money (and comfort), prescription Clenpiq is the best. It is two 5.4 oz bottles of thin liquid, washed down with lots of water over time. Ask your doctor about it.
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In January, some Boston Red Sox fans showed their displeasure with the ball club's previous practice of showing one ticket price when choosing seats online for a game, but then by the end of the transaction, they added on a bunch of junk fees. This was probably a common practice around the country for live event ticketing until recent changes in state and federal law.
That story is in Mouse Print* this week.
J.D. Power questioned almost 60,000 cellphone customers to see how satisfied they were with their carrier. T-Mobile won for postpaid accounts. Mint Mobile won among prepaid resellers. See how others ranked. In a second study evaluating the network quality of the cell service they have, T-Mobile wins again except in one part of the country. AT&T often came in last place.
There are many different categories of washing machines, like front loaders, top loaders, compact machines and more. Some brands do well in one category, but not in another. For those who do not subscribe to Consumer Reports and thus cannot see the indvidual ratings of brands and models, BGR points out some of the highlights of their latest tests.
