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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen 🎵 are on sale for $250. I tried the 1st gen of these and the ANCs on these were fantastic. Their limited edition colors (Desert Gold, Deep Plum, Midnight Violet) are also on sale 🛍️
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November 11, 2025 at 5:38 PM
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen 🎵 are on sale for $250. I tried the 1st gen of these and the ANCs on these were fantastic. Their limited edition colors (Desert Gold, Deep Plum, Midnight Violet) are also on sale 🛍️
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Another win for travelers! 🙌 Iberia ✈️ is adding free Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in 2026 📆
Free in-flight Wi-Fi might finally be the new normal 👀
Free in-flight Wi-Fi might finally be the new normal 👀
November 10, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Another win for travelers! 🙌 Iberia ✈️ is adding free Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in 2026 📆
Free in-flight Wi-Fi might finally be the new normal 👀
Free in-flight Wi-Fi might finally be the new normal 👀
I have been trying to find good ways to use the Chase "The Edit" credit and some of these prices are wild 😅 I know its Tokyo but still. These hotels are not worth 5x more than other local chains in Tokyo
November 9, 2025 at 5:38 PM
I have been trying to find good ways to use the Chase "The Edit" credit and some of these prices are wild 😅 I know its Tokyo but still. These hotels are not worth 5x more than other local chains in Tokyo
The United MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card is a debit card that earns miles 💳 It is definitely interesting 🤔 I don't think this makes sense for a lot of people but if you aren't a credit card person (prone to spending more than you have) this card might make sense
November 7, 2025 at 9:56 PM
The United MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card is a debit card that earns miles 💳 It is definitely interesting 🤔 I don't think this makes sense for a lot of people but if you aren't a credit card person (prone to spending more than you have) this card might make sense
🚨 The Bilt + Rakuten partnership is officially live! For the next 6 months, you get 1000 Bilt points per $10 earned. This is basically 1 Bilt points per $1 spent
Afterwards, you will need silver status 🥈 or you'll get 500 Bilt points per $10 earned ($0.5 per $1 spent)
Afterwards, you will need silver status 🥈 or you'll get 500 Bilt points per $10 earned ($0.5 per $1 spent)
November 6, 2025 at 7:08 PM
🚨 The Bilt + Rakuten partnership is officially live! For the next 6 months, you get 1000 Bilt points per $10 earned. This is basically 1 Bilt points per $1 spent
Afterwards, you will need silver status 🥈 or you'll get 500 Bilt points per $10 earned ($0.5 per $1 spent)
Afterwards, you will need silver status 🥈 or you'll get 500 Bilt points per $10 earned ($0.5 per $1 spent)
ICYMI, Alaska and Korean Air ✈️ are ending their partnership starting Jan 1st 2026 📆 You will no longer be able to earn miles on SKYPASS via Alaska Airlines flights. There will also be a revised list of eligible routes on Alaska Airlines that can be purchased using SKYPASS miles
November 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
ICYMI, Alaska and Korean Air ✈️ are ending their partnership starting Jan 1st 2026 📆 You will no longer be able to earn miles on SKYPASS via Alaska Airlines flights. There will also be a revised list of eligible routes on Alaska Airlines that can be purchased using SKYPASS miles
The U.S. Transportation Secretary just announced a 10% reduction in air traffic at 40 airports nationwide starting Friday due to the government shutdown
No info on which airports yet
No info on which airports yet
November 5, 2025 at 10:55 PM
The U.S. Transportation Secretary just announced a 10% reduction in air traffic at 40 airports nationwide starting Friday due to the government shutdown
No info on which airports yet
No info on which airports yet
Bilt 2.0 is officially coming on Feb 7th 2026 📆 What we know so far is that there will be three different cards:
🔹 no annual fee
🔹 $95 annual fee
🔹 $495 annual fee
Wells Fargo is going away replaced by Cardless. We'll know more in early Jan
🔹 no annual fee
🔹 $95 annual fee
🔹 $495 annual fee
Wells Fargo is going away replaced by Cardless. We'll know more in early Jan
November 5, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Bilt 2.0 is officially coming on Feb 7th 2026 📆 What we know so far is that there will be three different cards:
🔹 no annual fee
🔹 $95 annual fee
🔹 $495 annual fee
Wells Fargo is going away replaced by Cardless. We'll know more in early Jan
🔹 no annual fee
🔹 $95 annual fee
🔹 $495 annual fee
Wells Fargo is going away replaced by Cardless. We'll know more in early Jan
🚨 Deal alert! The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is $300 off at Amazon. Currently available in all colors and sizes
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November 4, 2025 at 5:38 PM
🚨 Deal alert! The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is $300 off at Amazon. Currently available in all colors and sizes
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is on sale for $100 off 🎁 I have the S9 FE 5G and it's a pretty decent mid range tablet if you don't need any frills
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November 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is on sale for $100 off 🎁 I have the S9 FE 5G and it's a pretty decent mid range tablet if you don't need any frills
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What are people's thoughts 🤔 on July's new luggage 🧳 where it has Google Find Hub / Apple Find My built in? Seems like it be cheaper to just get a regular luggage + AirTag or Moto Tag to me
November 2, 2025 at 5:38 PM
What are people's thoughts 🤔 on July's new luggage 🧳 where it has Google Find Hub / Apple Find My built in? Seems like it be cheaper to just get a regular luggage + AirTag or Moto Tag to me
ZIPAIR ✈️ flying nonstop from Orlando to Tokyo is pretty wild 🤯 but I guess it makes sense because of Disney World 🏰
November 1, 2025 at 4:38 PM
ZIPAIR ✈️ flying nonstop from Orlando to Tokyo is pretty wild 🤯 but I guess it makes sense because of Disney World 🏰
With Oppo adding power camera and huge batteries to their Find X9 Pro, I am rather excited to hear what they have in store for the Oppo Find N6. Rumor has it that we'll be getting the LYT808 a 50MP periscope lens, and a even thinner phone
October 31, 2025 at 8:56 PM
With Oppo adding power camera and huge batteries to their Find X9 Pro, I am rather excited to hear what they have in store for the Oppo Find N6. Rumor has it that we'll be getting the LYT808 a 50MP periscope lens, and a even thinner phone
ICYMI, Bilt member will be able to transfer Bilt points to Etihad Airways for up to 100% more on Nov 1st 📆
October 30, 2025 at 4:38 PM
ICYMI, Bilt member will be able to transfer Bilt points to Etihad Airways for up to 100% more on Nov 1st 📆
Alaska Airlines' ✈️ new route strategy is interesting. Cutting a bunch of flights out of LAX and SFO in favor of SAN and PDX. How do you all feel about this? 🤔
October 29, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Alaska Airlines' ✈️ new route strategy is interesting. Cutting a bunch of flights out of LAX and SFO in favor of SAN and PDX. How do you all feel about this? 🤔
There is a new Delta Sky Club at Salt Lake City ✈️ The new lounge is located in Concourse B and is the second largest Delta Sky Club at 34K sqft💺
October 28, 2025 at 4:38 PM
There is a new Delta Sky Club at Salt Lake City ✈️ The new lounge is located in Concourse B and is the second largest Delta Sky Club at 34K sqft💺
The October security update is out for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 🥳
October 27, 2025 at 8:56 PM
The October security update is out for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 🥳
Oof...the FAA just grounded all departing flights at LAX due to air traffic controller staffing shortages 😬
October 26, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Oof...the FAA just grounded all departing flights at LAX due to air traffic controller staffing shortages 😬
Air France ✈️ has a new lounge in Chicago O’Hare! The 5060 square foot lounge is located in Terminal 5 and accessible to Priority Pass members
www.youtube.com/watch?v=czFU...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=czFU...
New Air France lounge at Chicago airport
In October 2025, Air France opened its new lounge at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. This is a first for the airline, which now offers an elegant space to enjoy a moment of French-style…
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October 22, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Air France ✈️ has a new lounge in Chicago O’Hare! The 5060 square foot lounge is located in Terminal 5 and accessible to Priority Pass members
www.youtube.com/watch?v=czFU...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=czFU...
🚨 Citi ThankYou program is offering a 20% bonus on points transfers to Qantas Frequent Flyer ✈️ through November 8, 2025 📆
October 21, 2025 at 4:38 PM
🚨 Citi ThankYou program is offering a 20% bonus on points transfers to Qantas Frequent Flyer ✈️ through November 8, 2025 📆
The Vivo X300 Pro is launching in Europe as well 🥳
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3.7x
🔌 90w wired, 40 Qi
🔋 6510 mAh
📆 2025.10.30
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3.7x
🔌 90w wired, 40 Qi
🔋 6510 mAh
📆 2025.10.30
October 20, 2025 at 8:56 PM
The Vivo X300 Pro is launching in Europe as well 🥳
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3.7x
🔌 90w wired, 40 Qi
🔋 6510 mAh
📆 2025.10.30
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3.7x
🔌 90w wired, 40 Qi
🔋 6510 mAh
📆 2025.10.30
The Oppo Find X9 Pro is going global later this month!
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3x
🔌 80w wired, 50 Qi
🔋 7500 mAh
📆 2025.10.28
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3x
🔌 80w wired, 50 Qi
🔋 7500 mAh
📆 2025.10.28
October 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The Oppo Find X9 Pro is going global later this month!
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3x
🔌 80w wired, 50 Qi
🔋 7500 mAh
📆 2025.10.28
📺 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120Hz
🧠 Mediatek Dimensity 9500
🗃 12/16GB RAM 256GB-1TB HDD
📸 50MP wide, 50MP ultra, 200MP 3x
🔌 80w wired, 50 Qi
🔋 7500 mAh
📆 2025.10.28
Southwest Airlines’ ✈️ new seats look a lot like Alaska’s, and that’s not a bad thing. 👀
Honestly, I’m fine without seatback screens as long as the Wi-Fi actually works and stays fast
Honestly, I’m fine without seatback screens as long as the Wi-Fi actually works and stays fast
October 18, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Southwest Airlines’ ✈️ new seats look a lot like Alaska’s, and that’s not a bad thing. 👀
Honestly, I’m fine without seatback screens as long as the Wi-Fi actually works and stays fast
Honestly, I’m fine without seatback screens as long as the Wi-Fi actually works and stays fast
WestJet ✈️ what are you doing? You are charging extra to recline your seats now?! If you are going to do the low-cost carrier model, do it like ZIPAIR or Scoot 🤦🏻♂️
October 18, 2025 at 3:16 PM
WestJet ✈️ what are you doing? You are charging extra to recline your seats now?! If you are going to do the low-cost carrier model, do it like ZIPAIR or Scoot 🤦🏻♂️
The Sony WF-1000XM6s 🎵 have been certified in Canada and FCC! The Walkman Blog has a great post on this. I am very much looking forward to better LE Audio support. I wonder if they will be able to upgrade the ANC to compete with the new airpods though
thewalkmanblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/sony...
thewalkmanblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/sony...
Sony WF-1000XM6 (YY2985) Appears on the FCC (Update)
The Sony WF-1000XM6 (YY2985) have appeared on the FCC. The earbuds will most likely launch in 2026.
thewalkmanblog.blogspot.com
October 17, 2025 at 8:56 PM
The Sony WF-1000XM6s 🎵 have been certified in Canada and FCC! The Walkman Blog has a great post on this. I am very much looking forward to better LE Audio support. I wonder if they will be able to upgrade the ANC to compete with the new airpods though
thewalkmanblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/sony...
thewalkmanblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/sony...