How Much Does It Cost to Run a Space Heater?

December 13, 2022

If you have a cold home in your room that you’re in a lot, buying a space heater may seem like a good option to keep it nice and toasty during the winter months. But is that really the best idea? Those little units can suck up a lot of electricity. In our top story, we give you the rundown about why you may or may not want to use a space heater, how it could affect your power bill, and provide some suggestions about what to buy if you think it’s right for you.

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• Passkeys come to Google Chrome.
• If you’re considering buying an electric scooter for a holiday gift, we’ve rounded up the best options available.
• … and more!

— Danny

When cold weather comes around, people often rely on space heaters to keep their homes nice and cozy. But these products use a ton of electricity. And with some extremely simple math, you can figure out exactly how space heaters will impact your electric bill. Read More »

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One of the first things you learn about the different varieties of beer is that they’re best served in carefully-chosen glasses, bringing out the flavor and color of each brew. This starter set will give you one of each glass made specifically for the broader varieties of lager, porter, Belgian ale, hefeweizen, and two all-purpose pub glasses. Buy multiple kits if your gift recipient is often entertaining other beer lovers. Read More »

You can find electric scooters everywhere these days. That’s because they are great for commuters, students heading to class, and anyone else who wants to enjoy themselves traveling from one point to the next. They’re also virtually trouble-free, eco-friendly, and obviously a lot cheaper to repair than an automobile. So here are the top choices for electric scooters to get you started going places.  Read More »

With the rising costs of streaming services, we’re constantly looking for cheaper options. Netflix aimed to right some of its price increases with a reduced-cost Basic with ads plan, but it’s possible the streaming conglomerate was a little too overzealous with how many ads it runs. Read More »

We all know someone in our lives that’s always building something. They’re constantly measuring, drafting, fixing, adjusting, and finessing their creations. This multitool pen from HANPURE is the perfect gift for them this holiday season. It has six great functions, first is an omnidirectional stylus tip for touchscreen devices. When you remove the tip, there’s a double-ended flat head and Philips screwdriver. The shaft of the pen is a four-inch ruler that contains a level. And a pen wouldn’t be a pen without the ballpoint tip at the other end of the shaft. It’s a great stocking stuffer for people who like to get things done.

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

You just bought a fancy new electric bike with all the bells, whistles, fat tires, and upgrades, and it’s an absolute blast to ride. So why are you still using a cheap bike lock from some big-box retailer based on a decade-old design? Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

I have good news if you missed out on all the epic Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals last month. My favorite Google Pixel phone is only $299 right now on Amazon. I’m talking about the Pixel 6a, Google’s best bang for your buck, which usually retails for $449. Read More »

When Tesla announced the Cybertruck back in late 2019, it was a big deal. The wild-looking EV had such a polarizing and controversial design that even those who don’t follow the auto industry heard about it. The radical truck features premium specs, bullet-proof glass (kinda), and endless potential. Read More »

Portable chargers are great for keeping all your devices powered up while you’re on the go. And if you need to charge more than a smartphone throughout the day, Anker’s 40,000 mAh portable battery pack is at an all-time low price on Amazon. Read More »

The conventional password may be on its way out. Last week, Google announced that “passkeys” are now available in Google Chrome. Passkeys are the technology industry’s solution to security problems inherent in user-generated passwords, as they are often hacked, phished, or forgotten. Read More »

Now that the Rivian R1T and R1S “electric adventure vehicles” are readily available, the company is busy adding new features with quick software updates. The latest arrived on December 9th, adding a new ‘Snow Mode’ just in time for winter and several other improvements. Read More »

An independent study Microsoft funded recently showed that improving repair processes could prevent greenhouse gases and avoid e-waste. But it’s easy to “study” an issue, harder to solve it. Unfortunately, Microsoft killed its best tool to tackle repairability—brick and mortar Microsoft Stores. Read More »

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While other companies are struggling to deal with Matter, it seems that Eve has a strong head start. The HomeKit-focused smart home company is currently rolling out its first Matter update to customers in an Early Access Program. Read More »

Clearing snow off your driveway in the winter is an arduous task that, with a bit of pre-planning and a chunk of change, could be a task you never do again. Here’s how much it costs to install and operate a heated driveway. Read More »

Electric snow blowers are still a little bit pricier than their gasoline counterparts so you might be curious how much they cost to operate over time (and if you’ll realize some savings there). Let’s take a look. Read More »

Want Christmas content? Want action movies? Netflix has it all for you this week. The streaming service is dropping a variety of new movies and series, and it’s arguably one of its more diverse set of releases this month. Read More »