Facebook pauses development of 'Instagram Kids' app after pushback
Instagram is putting a hold on the development of an “Instagram Kids” app so it can address concerns about the vulnerability of younger users.
Instagram is putting a hold on the development of an “Instagram Kids” app so it can address concerns about the vulnerability of younger users.
Walmart won’t offer layaway option this holiday season
Layaway won’t be an option for holiday shoppers at Walmart, but the company is introducing another way to purchase through installments.
Layaway won’t be an option for holiday shoppers at Walmart, but the company is introducing another way to purchase through installments.
iPhone users will soon be able to add COVID-19 vaccination card to Apple Wallet
An upcoming iPhone update will soon allow users to add a digital copy of their COVID-19 vaccines to their Apple Wallets, an Apple spokesperson confirmed.
An upcoming iPhone update will soon allow users to add a digital copy of their COVID-19 vaccines to their Apple Wallets, an Apple spokesperson confirmed.
State Fair of Texas Discounts & Deals: Save money on admission
The State Fair of Texas starts Friday. Before you go, consumer reporter Steve Noviello wants you to check out these ways to save money every day of the week.
The State Fair of Texas starts Friday. Before you go, consumer reporter Steve Noviello wants you to check out these ways to save money every day of the week.
Costco warns customers over delays on essential household item
Costco Wholesale is issuing a warning to customers that have purchased toilet paper and other common household items online, saying they may face delays in receiving their orders.
Costco Wholesale is issuing a warning to customers that have purchased toilet paper and other common household items online, saying they may face delays in receiving their orders.
Save Me Steve: State Fair of Texas Deals
The State Fair of Texas starts Friday. Before you go, consumer reporter Steve Noviello wants you to check out these ways to save money every day of the week.
The State Fair of Texas starts Friday. Before you go, consumer reporter Steve Noviello wants you to check out these ways to save money every day of the week.
McDonald's plans to phase out plastic toys in Happy Meals
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
Apple issues security update to protect against spyware
Users of Apple devices got a stern warning this week -- update now, not later. James Meadows, a security engineer and cyber security instructor at Rice University, joined Good Day to talk about the sophisticated spyware and why it is concerning.
Users of Apple devices got a stern warning this week -- update now, not later. James Meadows, a security engineer and cyber security instructor at Rice University, joined Good Day to talk about the sophisticated spyware and why it is concerning.
US consumer prices rise 0.3% in August 2021, lowest in 7 months
U.S. consumer prices rose a lower-than-expected 0.3% last month, a hopeful sign that a recent jump in inflation may be cooling.
U.S. consumer prices rose a lower-than-expected 0.3% last month, a hopeful sign that a recent jump in inflation may be cooling.
Apple offers iPhone 13 in four models
Apple unveiled its next iPhone lineup. The new iPhone 13 will come in four different designs, with prices starting in a range from $700 to $1,100. Apple also shows off its new Watch series, iPad, and iPad mini.
Apple unveiled its next iPhone lineup. The new iPhone 13 will come in four different designs, with prices starting in a range from $700 to $1,100. Apple also shows off its new Watch series, iPad, and iPad mini.
Bought chicken over last decade? You could be eligible for settlement payment
People who bought chicken products in the U.S. over the last decade could be eligible to receive payments as part of a $181 million settlement.
People who bought chicken products in the U.S. over the last decade could be eligible to receive payments as part of a $181 million settlement.
Apple releases emergency software update to fix security flaw
Apple released an emergency security software patch to fix a vulnerability that an internet watchdog group says allowed spyware from the world’s most infamous hacker-for-hire firm, NSO Group, to infect the iPhone of a Saudi activist without any user interaction.
Apple released an emergency security software patch to fix a vulnerability that an internet watchdog group says allowed spyware from the world’s most infamous hacker-for-hire firm, NSO Group, to infect the iPhone of a Saudi activist without any user interaction.
McDonald’s unreliable ice cream machines reportedly under FTC investigation
It’s not a joke anymore. McDonald’s ice cream machines are broken so much of the time that the FTC is now investigating what’s going on in the kitchens of one of the world’s most popular fast-food chains, the Wall Street Journal reported.
It’s not a joke anymore. McDonald’s ice cream machines are broken so much of the time that the FTC is now investigating what’s going on in the kitchens of one of the world’s most popular fast-food chains, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Costco brings back item limits in some stores amid COVID-19 surge
Costco appears to be reinstating purchase limits on some items as the U.S. is again inundated with a devastating wave of COVID-19 cases.
Costco appears to be reinstating purchase limits on some items as the U.S. is again inundated with a devastating wave of COVID-19 cases.
COVID-19 relief funds still available for Texans’ energy bills
The money, available through the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), covers current and past bills and is paid directly to your provider.
The money, available through the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), covers current and past bills and is paid directly to your provider.
Purdue Pharma opioid settlement: Judge conditionally OKs $4.5B agreement
A judge on Wednesday gave conditional approval to a sweeping, potentially $10 billion plan submitted by OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma to settle a mountain of lawsuits over its role in the opioid crisis.
A judge on Wednesday gave conditional approval to a sweeping, potentially $10 billion plan submitted by OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma to settle a mountain of lawsuits over its role in the opioid crisis.
White House outlines plan to build, restore more than 2M affordable homes
White House officials are outlining plans to build and restore more than 2 million homes.
White House officials are outlining plans to build and restore more than 2 million homes.
Save Me Steve: Products that would have been at the Inspired Home Show
The annual Inspired Home Show was delayed due to COVID-19 concerns and then cancelled for the year. But that didn't stop product makers from announcing new and fun ways to enjoy your home. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello takes a look.
The annual Inspired Home Show was delayed due to COVID-19 concerns and then cancelled for the year. But that didn't stop product makers from announcing new and fun ways to enjoy your home. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello takes a look.
Griddy settles over sky-high energy bills from Texas freeze
Some Texans who were stuck with huge electricity bills after February's winter storm will not have to pay. The Texas Attorney General's Office reached a deal with the bankrupt company, Griddy Energy.
Some Texans who were stuck with huge electricity bills after February's winter storm will not have to pay. The Texas Attorney General's Office reached a deal with the bankrupt company, Griddy Energy.
Deadline approaching to opt out of advanced child tax credit payments
More and more parents who are receiving advance payments of their child tax credit are opting out. The deadline to stop the upcoming payment rounds is Aug 30. If you opt-out, you're not turning down the credit. You are simply putting off when you get it.
More and more parents who are receiving advance payments of their child tax credit are opting out. The deadline to stop the upcoming payment rounds is Aug 30. If you opt-out, you're not turning down the credit. You are simply putting off when you get it.