Articles by Sophie Kaemmerle

Sophie is a born and bred New Yorker who, paradoxically, loves being in the great outdoors. Her favorite pastimes include running, baking, and writing. She also spends her time volunteering and leading volunteer projects with the Good+ Foundation and Achilles International when not providing information on the best deals, products, and services on the internet to TopTenReviews readers.

Articles by: Sophie Kaemmerle

Major Fitbit update goes under the radar: blood oxygen tracking now available on wearables

By Sophie Kaemmerle published 16 January 20

NEWS The update puts Fitbit head-to-head with Apple and Withings.

Clario's smart new security system lets you fight back against Cybercrime

By Sophie Kaemmerle last updated 9 January 20

NEWS Worried about your online safety? There's an app for that.

Online dating pros and cons: should you try finding love online?

By Sophie Kaemmerle last updated 3 January 20

HOW TO Online dating is becoming one of the most popular ways to meet a date or significant other – here's how you can date online safely and securely.

Santa, who? Mom stunned by $400 worth of gifts delivered to her door after kids chat with Alexa

By Sophie Kaemmerle published 24 December 19

NEWS Alexa: the new Santa Claus.

The best gifts for dads: ideas for every type of dad and every budget

By Sophie Kaemmerle published 12 December 19

BUYING GUIDE Dads are hard to buy gifts for - this list of the best gifts for dads will make it easier

Online dating scams and other dangers

By Sophie Kaemmerle last updated 6 November 19

HOW TO Dating scams are easy to fall for: here are the different types to watch out for.

FAFSA: Federal Student Loans review

By Sophie Kaemmerle published 25 October 19

REVIEW FAFSA, or the federal government's student aid program, should be the first loan program you look into before applying for a loan with a private lender.

Sallie Mae Student Loan review

By Sophie Kaemmerle last updated 21 October 19

Review With its wide range of loan terms and amounts, Sallie Mae is a top pick for students looking to borrow money to pay for their education.

CommonBond Student Loan review

By Sophie Kaemmerle published 17 October 19

REVIEW CommonBond provides flexible student loan terms and payment plans, but falls short when it comes to forbearance options and co-signer requirements.

SoFi Student Loan review

By Sophie Kaemmerle published 15 October 19

REVIEW SoFi student loans have no fees and generous repayment plans that can benefit student borrowers, but the company is unclear about deferment and forbearance options