Ric Romero
ABC7 Eyewitness News
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Kids fooling parents by hiding content on smartphones with secret apps
Parents like to think they know what their kids are doing on their smartphones and tablets, but children may be hiding their activities using secret apps. → Read More
Website shows upcoming Black Friday deals at retailers
Black Friday is just 11 days away, but you don't have to wait until Thanksgiving week to find out about rock-bottom deals. → Read More
California switch to winter-blend gas could mean even lower prices at pump
It wasn't that long ago, during the summer in fact, that we were paying nearly $5 a gallon to fuel up our cars. → Read More
Consumer Reports: Apple laptops have lowest failure rate, best tech support
Apple laptops are far less likely to need repairs than other brands, according to Consumer Reports' survey of more than 58,000 of its subscribers. → Read More
USC students learn how to combat cyber attacks
A new master's program at the University of Southern California is training students in cyber security. → Read More
Consumer Reports finds best insurance rates for teen drivers
Consumer Reports researched how high insurance rates go when teenage drivers are added to the policy and found ways for parents to save. → Read More
Tips on how to get the best deal on a car loan
With car sales on the rise, Americans now have $1 trillion in outstanding car loans and leases. Consumer Reports looked at how to make wise choices when it's time to buy and finance your next car. → Read More
Buy button is newest Internet shopping trend
Prepare to change the way you shop with something called a buy button. → Read More
Affordable solar energy options for homeowners
Homeowners may feel pressured to take advantage of solar panel federal rebates set to expire at the end of 2016, and experts advise various payment options that won't break the bank. → Read More
Biometrics is future of banking security, experts say
Using passwords may soon become obsolete as experts say the future of security, especially in banking, will be using biometrics to log into an account. → Read More
Wearable high-tech gadgets monitor health, fitness
As the Apple Watch has shown us, these days it's possible to wear the latest high-tech gadgets while making a fashion statement. → Read More
Scammers targeting seniors more than ever
A recent survey finds that one in 20 seniors report being exploited. → Read More
Goodwill Pop-Up BOO-tique offers low-priced Halloween costumes
Shopping for brand-new Halloween costumes can really blow your budget. But a new pop-up Halloween store can help you save money. → Read More
Bidding wars break out for rental homes in Orange County
The housing market is seeing a new trend in Orange County with people attempting to outbid one another on homes for rent. → Read More
Bidding wars for rental homes in Orange County
The housing market is seeing a new trend in Orange County with people attempting to outbid one another on homes for rent. → Read More
Lawsuit: Automakers hid dangers of keyless ignition systems
Several automakers are facing a class action lawsuit for their keyless ignition systems. Plaintiffs claim the companies have hidden the dangers of the convenience feature. → Read More
Travel trend: Day-stay hotels offer rest, relaxation between flights
A new trend is making it easier for travelers to take a break at a local hotel without paying for the entire night. → Read More
Back-to-school saving tips, strategies
Now is the time to save your back-to-school bucks! Many stores are offering aggressive sales and price matching. → Read More
Children's Orchard offers gently used kids clothes, items in Manhattan Beach
Children's Orchard, a store in Manhattan Beach, specializes in not only reselling clothes and other items, but trading items or offering store credit to buyers and sellers. → Read More
Consumer Reports reviews this year's lightweight laptops
The lightest laptops on the market are very portable, says Consumer Reports, but they'll also lighten your wallet. → Read More