A 2021 study by the Pew Research Center showed that 39% of those 65 and older do not own a smartphone, and 25% don't use the internet. That means millions of seniors can’t take advantage of digital-only deals.
But a new review by a consumer watchdog group shows seniors are facing a bar to access when it comes to couponing in the digital age.a new report from consumerworld.orgThe site points to what looks like great deals. But look closer, and you'll see they're only available after you navigate your way through a system of digital coupons.
It means digitally-disconnected or otherwise not tech-savvy seniors are unable to access rock bottom prices.Unlike loyalty cards or traditionally- clipped coupons, digital deals often must be pre-selected in advance from a computer or smartphone and then loaded into an online account to get the advertised sale price.Prices are up. That's inflation. But some companies are playing tricks on your eyes. That's called shrinkflation.
Consumer World reviewed offers from more than 50 supermarket chains, including Albertsons and Kroger, and found two-thirds of them had digital-only discounts.Albertsons and Kroger own about 5,000 stores that operate under roughly 40 nameplates. Neither one responded to the site’s requests for clarity on their digital-only offers.
Getting high marks for access is Texas-based HEB. It provides physical coupons in store for those who don't use the internet.And if you're thinking you've got it figured out, read the fine print. Many of the sale prices you see advertised at the store can’t be accessed simply by swiping your loyalty card. You've got to navigate and clip the digital deals, load them on to your card and then present it at checkout.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Australia's carbon emissions rise in 2021 amid pandemic recoveryAustralia's carbon emissions rose nearly 1% in 2021, as driving and travel picked up and manufacturing activity recovered in the revival from COVID-19, the government said on Monday.
Consulte Mais informação »
Report: Housing Costs Up 21% since 2021, Hottest Markets UnaffordableA report from a website focused on home buying shows the price of housing in the U.S. is soaring — up 21 percent since the start of 2021.
Consulte Mais informação »
The 2021 Seahawks had starters that other teams don’t wantThe 2022 offseason finds several core members of the Seattle Seahawks 2021 roster unsigned, still. In 2019 the Seahawks signed once-renowned pass rusher Ziggy Ansah on May 8th, what was then...
Consulte Mais informação »
Lil Nas X Says BET Asked if He Was a Satanist Before 2021 ShowAccording to LilNasX's team, BET wanted to confirm that the rapper was not a devil worshipper before allowing him to perform at that year's show.
Consulte Mais informação »
The 5 weirdest crypto stories of 2021The bear market can get quite boring. Brush up on a few weird stories and have some fun!
Consulte Mais informação »
Cicero teen faces murder charges for 2021 expressway shootingA Cicero teen faces murder charges for allegedly driving a suspect who killed a 60-year-old man on Interstate 55 last year.
Consulte Mais informação »