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What are the best tools for anonymous price tracking online?

xltxhtiynw — Sat, 09 May 2026 13:17:54 +0000

Im so done with these price trackers needing access to my entire browser history just to tell me if a piece of hardware dropped in price. Like honestly my logic was just to use Honey or whatever but it feels like spyware and I dont want them harvesting my data while I look for parts for my gaming rig update.

I need to find a solid deal on a 4070 Ti Super by next month but I refuse to sign up for more accounts that just spam me. I tried looking at some open source github stuff but it was way too techy for me to setup. Are there any actual anonymous tools that just... work without tracking me back?

Looking for the best tempered glass screen protector for OnePlus 13.

gghevudffx — Sat, 09 May 2026 13:16:32 +0000

Upgrading from a dying OnePlus 8 and I'm lost on screen protectors—sorry if this is basic! I saw Spigen doesn't have one yet and those UV kits (Whitestone?) look way too complicated. My logic was to find an alignment frame. Which tempered glass brand fits the 13's curved edges? Needs to work with the fingerprint sensor too!

What are the must-have protective cases for the new iPhone 17e?

starlightreader3590 — Sat, 09 May 2026 09:16:50 +0000

Upgrading from an iPhone 13 mini because the battery is cooked and the screen feels way too cramped now. I'm hyped for the 17e, especially for the camera and that slim profile, but the new chassis dimensions are throwing me. I've used Spigen for years, but my logic is that this model needs something even thinner to keep the ergonomics right. I was thinking about aramid fiber, but I'm worried about that massive camera bump getting scratched. Is anyone seeing cases that actually balance the slim frame with decent drop protection? What are the must-have cases for the 17e so far?

How do I track price drops for makeup at Sephora?

tyrdwxmqfh — Sat, 09 May 2026 07:15:38 +0000

Okay so my best friends wedding is coming up in literally three weeks and I am the maid of honor and I still havent bought my makeup kit because the prices at Sephora are just actually insane lately. I have like $300 worth of stuff sitting in my cart—talking Dior Backstage foundation, that Charlotte Tilbury flawless filter stuff everyone uses, and the Patrick Ta blush duo—and Im desperately trying to get them for less than retail because my budget for this whole thing is tight since I already spent a fortune on the dress and bachelorette party in Vegas lol. I've been googling how to track these prices and I saw some people talking about using the Honey browser extension or Rakuten but its so confusing because Honey seems to just give me coupon codes that are always expired or dont apply to "prestige" brands which is literally everything I want. And Rakuten is just cashback which is fine but it doesnt actually tell me when the price hits a certain point. I also tried setting up Google Shopping alerts but I keep getting notifications for random shady third party sites I dont trust and I only want to buy directly from Sephora or maybe Kohls Sephora so I know its not fake.

Here is what I am looking for:

Something that sends a push notification to my phone the second a price drops

Needs to work for specific shades because sometimes only one shade goes on sale and others dont

Ideally free because I am trying to save every penny for the wedding gift

Needs to be reliable enough that I dont miss out because stuff sells out so fast during those random sales

Is there an app or a specific site that actually works for this? I feel like Im checking the app every hour and its making me crazy and I really need to get this ordered by the end of next week so it gets here in time for the rehearsal dinner. Does anyone have a trick for this or am I just stuck paying full price? I feel like there has to be a better way than just refreshing my browser...

What are the best protective cases and screen protectors for Pixel 9 Pro XL?

txtlllyrjn — Sat, 09 May 2026 05:16:16 +0000

Upgrading from a cracked iPhone 13 Pro and I'm worried about the Pixel 9 Pro XL's size. My logic was to get a Spigen, but I read they’re bulky. Dbrand seems better—maybe?—but does it protect the screen? I need something slim for the camera bar. Which glass screen protectors actually work with the fingerprint sensor?

How to share an Amazon cart with others without creating an account?

wefuxynzwl — Sat, 09 May 2026 01:18:50 +0000

I am so hyped right now because I finally signed a lease for this amazing loft in the West Loop area of Chicago and I am moving in about three weeks! I have been obsessed with filling my cart with literally everything from air fryers to these cool neon signs for the living room. The problem is I need to get the final okay from my two roommates and my mom (shes helping me pay for the big stuff like the vacuum, love her) but none of them want to make an Amazon account just to see what I picked. My mom is super old school and hates getting marketing emails and my roommates are just lazy honestly haha.

I spent like three hours yesterday adding over 40 items to my cart and I really dont want to have to take a million screenshots and text them one by one because that would be a total nightmare and I'd probably miss something anyway. I did a bit of googling and saw some people talking about Amazon Household but that seems way too intense since you have to share payment methods and stuff and they still need accounts for that? Also found some old blog posts about making Wish Lists public but even then it feels like you have to sign in to really interact with it or see the specific cart I've already built up and I already have everything in the actual cart anyway. I dont want to move everything to a list if I can help it.

I just want a simple link or something I can send in our group chat so they can see the quantities and the total price without them having to deal with a login screen or a Create Account popup. Is there some kind of browser extension or a hidden share cart button I'm missing that works for people who aren't logged in?

What are the best protective cases for the new iPhone 17 Pro?

xwnultsvpy — Sat, 09 May 2026 01:16:12 +0000

I'm finally jumping from my 13 Pro to the new 17 Pro. I've handled every generation of these things, so I'm not a newbie, but the dimensions on this new model are throwing me for a loop. My old 13 Pro ended up with a nasty scratch right across the lens because the lip on my previous case was basically nonexistent. It’s frustrating because I paid a premium for "military grade" protection that failed at the one job I needed it to do. I need something that actually protects this massive camera array without making the phone feel like a brick in my pocket. I’m looking for a solid balance between a slim profile and real-world drop protection. Budget isn't a huge deal, but I'm not looking to spend $100 on some "artisan" leather that falls apart. It needs strong MagSafe magnets too—my current car mount is already struggling with the weight. Most of the early reviews for 17 Pro cases seem like paid ads or just generic TPU shells. I need something legit that won't ruin the ergonomics. What are the best protective cases for the new iPhone 17 Pro that actually prioritize the camera?

Are there any high-quality wireless chargers recommended for the Razr 2026?

lwphrilgtv — Fri, 08 May 2026 21:15:30 +0000

Im stuck at the office and my battery is legit dying by lunch so I need a charger fast tbh. I saw that official Moto stand and some Belkin ones online but people say the fold makes the coil placement super weird on these newer Razrs so idk if they actually align right... Any high-quality wireless chargers recommended for the Razr 2026?

What is the best app for tracking Sephora price drops?

rhqrsjohjd — Fri, 08 May 2026 19:16:11 +0000

I am torn between using Honey or Karma to track Sephora prices because I really need to save some money for my cousins wedding in August. I am trying to get the Patrick Ta blush duo and a few Sephora Collection items but they always go on sale when I am not looking and then they sell out instantly.

My requirements:

super fast notifications before things sell out

must work on mobile since I am always on my phone

accurate back in stock alerts

I've heard Honey is glitchy with Sephora lately but Karma feels kinda cluttered and I dont want my inbox blown up. Which one actually pings you the second the price drops?

Top screen protector recommendations for the Samsung Galaxy S26?

uxwogrpdsh — Fri, 08 May 2026 17:15:54 +0000

So I finally bit the bullet and got the S26 because my old S21 screen is basically spiderwebs at this point and the battery barely lasts till lunch but anyway i need to protect this new one like right now. I have no idea where to even start with this stuff like is glass better than those film things? Im really worried about the fingerprint sensor because on my old phone it never worked after i put a protector on it and i dont want to mess this up since i dont really know what im doing tbh. Sorry if this is a basic question i just really dont want to crack another screen... what are the best ones for the S26 that actually work?