Jeff Rossen

6 days ago | wcvb.com | Jeff Rossen

A life-saving phone feature, Emergency SOS, is already on your device, but you need to ensure it’s turned on. This feature recently saved a family lost on a hike in Colorado by connecting them with police. Here’s how to activate it on your phone. For iPhone users, go to Settings > Emergency SOS, and toggle on “Hold and Release,” “Call with Five Button Presses,” and “Crash Detection.” Update your emergency contacts and try the demo to see how it works.

1 week ago | wcvb.com | Jeff Rossen

Car insurance premiums are on the verge of a dramatic spike due to new tariffs, and experts warn the impact could hit your wallet soon. The average annual car insurance cost in the U.S. is nearly $2,300, but tariffs could raise rates by 16%, adding $387 to your yearly bill. If exemptions on cars and parts are removed, premiums could jump 19%, costing an extra $435 annually. This increase stems from higher costs for insurers to fix or replace vehicles, which they pass on to consumers.

1 week ago | wcvb.com | Jeff Rossen

Teacher Appreciation Week is bringing exclusive deals for educators, with discounts and freebies available at various retailers and restaurants.Walmart is offering a range of products for under $15, including a tumbler cup similar to a Stanley for 11% off, claw clips at 30% off, and a popular Bubble moisturizer also at 30% off.Office Depot and Office Max are giving teachers 30% back in bonus rewards on select in-store purchases.

1 week ago | wcvb.com | Jeff Rossen

In 2025, AI phone scams have emerged as a top threat, deceiving individuals into believing their family members are in distress and need immediate financial help. This scam uses artificial intelligence to mimic the voices of loved ones, making it sound as if they are in trouble and urgently need money. Dee Dee, a victim of this scam, shared her experience to help others avoid falling into the same trap.

2 weeks ago | ketv.com | Jeff Rossen

A new report from LendingTree reveals that 25% of buy now, pay later customers are using these services to purchase groceries, up from 14% last year, signaling that more families are struggling financially.To help save on groceries, the Ibotta app offers free grocery deals, allowing users to upload receipts for cashback.