
While the wholesale retail chain limits most purchases to folks paying the membership fee, you can still enjoy affordable prescriptions, alcohol and more without a Costco card. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/you-can-buy-these-items-at-costco-without-a-membership/#ftag=CADf328eec

Oura's app makes health metrics feel personal and actionable, giving it a leg up over other wearables. But you have to pay a monthly subscription to make the most of it. https://www.cnet.com/videos/oura-ring-4-whats-new-and-what-i-liked-and-dont-like-so-far/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new all-digital configuration of the Xbox Series X ditches the disc drive and drops the price. https://www.cnet.com/videos/hands-on-with-the-all-digital-xbox-series-x/#ftag=CADf328eec

The third round of SSI payments for October 2024 are on the way. Here's when to expect yours. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-disability-insurance-october-2024-your-check-is-on-the-way/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new all-digital configuration of the Xbox Series X ditches the disc drive and (slightly) drops the price. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/do-consoles-need-a-disc-drive-hands-on-with-the-all-digital-xbox-series-x/#ftag=CADf328eec

Oura's readings feel more like a reflection of how I'm doing rather than just a stream of health data. But it requires a subscription for the best experience. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/oura-ring-4-review-my-favorite-wellness-tracker-comes-with-a-pricey-caveat/#ftag=CADf328eec

You don't have to be a photographer to appreciate what else you can do with the new Camera Control button on the iPhone 16. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/did-you-know-your-iphone-16-has-a-second-action-button/#ftag=CADf328eec

Several key refinance rates were higher this week, making it harder to find a lower rate on a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refinance-rates-move-up-todays-refinance-rates-oct-15-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

A handful of notable mortgage rates ticked up. But experts are optimistic about rates falling in the long term. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-move-up-over-the-last-week-current-mortgage-rates-for-oct-15-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers can play these games now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-ghostbusters-dead-island-2-and-more-on-playstation-plus-for-halloween/#ftag=CADf328eec