Posted on 1/31/2010 23:50 EST
To each his own. That's what WalletPop discovered when inviting reader feedback about dollar store purchases. Items that some people said were a cheap deal, others panned as a waste of money. Guess you're on your own here, folks.
"I asked for reader feedback about things you've bought at a dollar store but wouldn't buy again, and you let me have it! What surprised me was that most of the comments were about positive shopping experiences. Everyone loves the paper products, greeting cards, wrapping paper and the like, and I heard again how awesome the cleaner Awesome really is.
Several of you rapped my knuckles for placing plates of hot food directly onto a flannel-backed vinyl tablecloth..."
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Posted on 1/29/2010 16:32 EST
More news from Apple: use your iPhone for VoIP calls and save yourself a bundle. The New York Times has a rundown on the variety of plans you can choose from. Stay tuned for Skype's response.
"In all of the hullabaloo over it the iPad, a long-awaited change to the iPhone got lost in the shuffle: Apple has taken the wraps off VoIP calls over the 3G network. That could mean a potentially huge savings on domestic and foreign calls.
The reason is VoIP calls use data minutes rather than voice minutes. That means that you could buy a plan with minimal number of minutes -- fewer than you actually use -- as long as you have an unlimited data plan. Then you could make as many calls as you want over data..."
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Posted on 1/28/2010 9:56 EST
Remember those economic recoveries of the past? We're not likely to have a repeat performance now, writes StarTribune.com. With the unusually large cohort of boomers past their spending prime and the smaller cohort of Gen X-ers short on cash, not to mention the cultural shift in consumer attitudes about spending, the Great Recession recovery is bound to be long and slow.
"Chad and Kari Herrgott are on the front lines of the nation's tentative steps to get the economy humming again. With two young children (and two dogs), they're in their prime consuming years -- feeding and clothing a growing family, buying and furnishing homes, trading up to family-sized cars. Last week, after their vacuum cleaner sucked its last bit of dust, the Shakopee couple came looking for a replacement at the Warners' Stellian appliance store in Edina. The verdict: A slightly scuffed-up Miele floor model they bought for $250 less than the $699 price tag. "This is an extravagance for us," said Kari Herrgott, as 3-year-old Hailey vied for attention and Holton, 11 months, pounded the canister with a toddler's glee..."
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Posted on 1/27/2010 9:41 EST
You know that rickety crib up in the nursery? the tottering high chair in your kitchen? WalletPop informs us that Toys R Us is launching a three-week deal that may be too good to refuse: turn in your old baby gear and get a big discount on something new and shiny. Go for it!
"If you're a parent or expecting, Toys R Us is offering a chance to trade in old baby products and get a discount on new models. The three week "Great Trade-In" event starts Friday, January 29 and ends February 20, at both Toys R Us and Babies R Us stores.
Just bring in your old, broken, dusty or outdated baby item and get 25% off a new one in any of the product categories covered including: cribs, car seats, bassinets, strollers, travel systems, play yards, high chairs and toddler beds..."
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Posted on 1/27/2010 8:30 EST
Is your desk drawer filling up with used cell phones, video games, and other gadgets? Well, Amazon has a deal for you. Techflash.com is reporting that the giant online retailer is setting up a trade-in program that nets you a gift card credit with Amazon. Who comes out the winner here?
"Amazon.com has been steadily expanding its trade-in program, letting people swap used goods of various kinds -- video games, DVDs and academic textbooks -- for Amazon gift card credit. Now the online retailer is making plans around consumer electronics trade-ins, according to a new job posting from the company. The move highlights Amazon's ongoing efforts to attract frugal shoppers in the tough economy..."
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