5 Ways To Save Money Through Technology

It seems that every week the latest and greatest technological item is being released. The last mobile phone’s camera had 64 megapixels but the latest is set to have 7000. It has such high quality that you can actually see the individual atoms that make up each subject.

The problem is that it is so ingrained into our lives that it’s nearly impossible to live without. Even though smartphones can be expensive, you still need one.

So today we’re going to be examining how you can save money through technology. It might just be a little bit here and there, but every dollar counts.

Smart Home Devices

With winter slowly approaching, so does the time of year when people want to cover their eyes when looking at the electric bill. A lot of heat is going to have to be pumped into the house, meaning you’re bound to see price increases.

One of the ways to minimize those costs is by installing smart devices, such as a smart thermometer or even smart light bulbs. These devices can be set on timers and will automatically turn off when no one is in the house.

Look for smart surge protectors as well that can save you money by switching off when not in use, such as during the night. Vampire energy, although coming at a minimum cost, does add up with so many appliances plugged in.

You’ll begin to maximize your energy consumption, making your house more efficient and better yet, more green!

Free Texting Services

Wireless plans can be insane from time to time, but one way you can cut back is by using free calling and texting services such as WhatsApp, Viber or Telegram.

These services only require an internet connection to work and offer both voice and video calling along with text messaging. Instead of dishing out more with your cell phone bill, save a few bucks by choosing one of these services instead.

If you’re looking for another service to make calls, Skype offers Skype credit. This pay-as-you-go system is perfect for making calls to landlines or cellphones.

Consumer Friendly Apps

Remember the old Apple tagline from the late 2000s when they released their iPhone? “Want to do X thing? Well, there’s an app for that!”

There really almost is an app for just about everything these days and plenty of them are about saving you money. With your phone’s GPS location function and app, you can scour the coupon market for great deals with gas, groceries, or other necessary items. Quick Feet is one of the best for this, helping you find the best deal day in and day out.

If you’re a home shopper, you can use an extension called Honey, which will always scour the internet for any coupons or deals on the item you’re buying.

Ditch Cable

Even though you may call yourself the biggest TV fan in the world, there are plenty of other ways you can catch your favorite shows. The most obvious choice is streaming content but with so many services, which one should you choose?

Well, that all depends on you. If you still want to watch live TV, then look at Sling TV or YouTube TV. If you just want movies and shows, go for the trustworthy Netflix. If you’re looking for a mix of them all, give Hulu a shot.

All of these services come in at under $50, meaning you can save a bundle without having to miss the latest season of Game of Thrones.

Go Refurbished

When it comes to buying a new phone or laptop, many people may brustle at the idea of buying used technology and rightfully so. It’s already outdated, quality is questionable, and it’s been in the hands of who knows over the past few months.

Instead of going used or new, try and split the middle by opting for refurbished items. Many refurbished items are a more recent model with only a year of wear and tear on them. They’ve been restored, as close as they can, to their original factory state and can be found with a number of big-box electronic stores or Amazon venders.