Small smartbooks are all the rage these days, so why not treat yourself? Engadget reports that Chinese and Taiwanese are making it oh-so-easy to have a little fun, all for less than $150. You may... Read more on Engadget »
All you need is a bit of plastic and strong fingers to fashion a cheap stand for your movie-viewing device of choice. Follow these links, courtesy of PC World, for all the necessary instructions. Read more on PC World »
Don't leave home without it...no, we're not talking about your credit card, although that's certainly a must. It's your smartphone, which, as PC World points out, can help you save tons of dough... Read more on PC World »
With the race to the price bottom in full swing, Laptop Magazine reviews a new $299 netbook from Asus. By the way, arch rival Acer is also offering a $299 model. Read more on Laptop Magazine »
Mobile phones are a commonplace in much of the world, but in countries with developing economies they're still a rare luxury. Vodafone wants to change that, writes Betanews.com, with a bare-bones... Read more on betanews.com »
Verizon customers will soon have something to cheer about: cheaper phone calls through Skype. 247WallSt.com reports on increasing competition among the main phone service providers, which has led... Read more on 247WallSt.com »
Those iPhone apps keep on coming. Digitaltrends.com reports that Apple is now letting users make calls through the Web with VOIP apps that won't further burden budgets already strained by AT&T's... Read more on Digitaltrends.com »
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. Read more on The New York Times »
Just when you thought the wireless providers might be cutting you a break on your cell phone bill, think again. CNET points out that new pricing plans by the big companies might save you money on... Read more on cnet »
Mobile phone companies take a lot of heat for high prices, poor service, and spotty coverage. Now customers have the chance to actually rate the providers. Intomobile reports that Zagat, which... Read more on intomobile.com »
Cellular customers of AT&T and T-Mobile USA have cause for cheer. An article in The New York Times reports on a gadget that affixes to your PC and acts as your own private cell tower. The bottom... Read more on The New York Times »
Those eye-popping cellphone bills are a thing of the past. Consumers are bidding adieu to high-cost mobile contracts, writes the Sun Sentinel, in favor of prepaid wireless. Maybe it's time to join... Read more on Sun Sentinel »
Going overseas is no excuse not to stay in touch --especially now that international calls with mobile devices are so cheap. Read this article from The New York Times and you'll find some sweet... Read more on The New York Times »
"If a smartphone and a netbook somehow managed to get together and produce offspring, the result could very well resemble the new Lenovo Skylight, the first ARM-based “smartbook” to feature the Qualcomm... Read more on eweek.com »
For those of you who occasionally get lost while driving but hate asking for directions (guys, are you listening?), there's a cheap and convenient iPhone app for you. CNET has all the details. Read more on Cnet »
We all know that smartphones are smart, but how cheap can they get? Precentral reports you can get an amazingly cheap deal on the Pixi at places like Walmart, Amazon, and Wirefly. The catch? You... Read more on Precentral.com »
Target's aim with its Black Friday specials misses the iPhone bullseye but comes a bit closer with the iPod touch. You'll find some good deals, but not too many of them. Artoftheiphone.com has the... Read more on artoftheiphone.com »
Prices are dropping all over the place. Now AT&T Mobility is about to offer two netbooks with a data plan at rock-bottom prices, and cutting the price on its entry-level data plan. Fiercewireless.com Read more on Fiercewireless.com »
Price competition in the mobile data plan world. Slashgear.com reports Verizon has a new prepaid data plan aimed at occasional users, but suggests you also check out Virgin Mobile's plan -- it might... Read more on slashgear.com »
Software rules. At least that's what makers of smartphones are learning even as prices fall for these versatile devices. According to PCWorld, consumers increasingly care about the functions and... Read more on PC World »
Pretty soon we're all going to need cell phone consultants to help us figure out which carrier offers the best (that is, cheapest) plan. Adding to the jumble is T-Mobile, with a new no-contract plan that... Read more on PC Magazine »
There's never been a better time to be prowling for consumer electronics. A story in The Wall Street Journal fills us in on the welcome price cutting rippling through this market segment. Who says... Read more on The Wall Street Journal »
Keeping up with Walmart keeps getting harder to do. Forbes reports the retail giant is now offering an incredibly cheap mobile phone plan. What will they think of next? Read more on Forbes »
After holding out since the summer, AT&T is finally allowing iPhone programs that allow users to make phone calls through the internet, saving them lots of money. Read more on Financial Times »
Vonage has introduced a new application much like Google Voice, turning iPhones and Blackberries into big time money-savers, especially for anyone racking up lots of international calls. The wireless... Read more on Network World »
For budget shoppers who feel that a laptop is a bit too much but a netbook isn't quite enough, Toshiba is introducing a new line of "ultraportable" laptops featuring fabulous battery life (up to nine hours), Read more on CrunchGear.com »
Cell phone bills getting you down? MSNBC has some news for you -- a web site that can help you save money by matching your usage patterns and your geographic location with the most cost-effective... Read more on MSNBC »
Service options, cell phone models, calling plans -- it's enough to give anyone a headache. So here's a blog entry, courtesy of About.com, to help you sort out the cheap from the pricey crowd, and... Read more on About.com »
Apple-philes, get your Apple iBook G4 now. These refurbished machines -- discontinued a while ago -- may be jhust what you've been waiting for, especially if you're keen to have a netbook with a DVD/CD-RW... Read more on cnet »
Protect your iPhone now! You've got two cheap choices, according to The Consumerist: buy a cardboard case or make one from a recycled juice box. We kid you not. Read more on The Consumerist »
Yet another netbook, but this one with a difference: a screen that's larger than the 10-inch standard. Read the report from Cnet. Read more on cnet »
More good news for consumers keen to buy a smart phone. According to the Associated Press, the Palm Pre is now cheaper than ever and a new sibling of the device -- lighter and cheaper, yet -- will... Read more on Associated Press »
Enough, already! Smart phones, features phones, just regular phones...How do you decide? Verizon is betting bargain-priced data plans will entice users to sign on for its two new feature phones. Read this... Read more on Sci-tech-today.com »
There's no doubt about it: technology keeps getting cheaper and cheaper. Now it's GPS systems that are going for a song. Buy one for your car, reports 247wallst.com, or buy an app for your iPhone. Read more on 247wallst.com »
If you're determined to own a netbook for less than $100, this new model might be for you. But be forewarned: Ubergizmo.com cautions that this entry from China is best suited for email and web surfing. Read more on Ubergizmo.com »
As you begin to plan your return to school in a few weeks, you may find yourself in need of the latest in high-tech gear but, not surprisingly, a bit short on cash. Coming to the rescue is PC Magazine Read more on PC Magazine »
Smartphone technology is now accessible to the masses. A new phone from Samsung, says Brighthand.com, with those all-important touch-screen features, costs $100 plus a monthly service contract with... Read more on Brighthand.com »
More good news for netbook users. Prices keep falling and features keep getting better. Cnet reviews a new IdeaPad from Lenovo. Read more on cnet »
Deals galore these days, as cellphone makers and service providers seek out more and more new customers. If you're in the market for a new low-cost contract, check out this report from Gadgetfolder.com... Read more on Gadgetfolder.com »
Hmmm...both smartphones are pretty and slick and cost about the same. What's a frugal consumer to do? Figure out how you use the phone and then read About.com's Smartphone Guide to get a handle on the... Read more on About.com's Smartphone Guide »
You, too, can now have low-cost innovative earphones that fit any number of sound-producing electronic devices. Audio News reports on a new product from Sennheiser. Read more on Audio News »
More new smartphones on the market mean lower prices and more features. According to Channel Web, Nokia is about to roll out three new smartphones that are relatively affordable and stocked with lots of... Read more on Channel Web »
Research before you buy. A good mantra in general, but particularly critical when shopping for inexpensive laptops that meet your particular needs. Campmobilebeat.com suggests a strategy for finding your... Read more on campmobilebeat.com »
Keep those thumbs moving as you check out the cheapest prices for text messaging packages. About.com makes comparison shopping easy. Read more on About.com »
The cheapest gas always seems one gas station away. But instead of driving around looking for the best deal, try this iPhone and iPod Touch app from Crazymikesapps.com. Read more on crazymikesapps.com »
iPhone users (or wannabe users) take note: the price of applications is falling. As The Washington Post reports, it is getting cheaper and cheaper to have fun with the iPhone--if you can afford one in... Read more on The Washington Post »
Those iPhone's sure are snazzy. but the monthly service fees....puh-leeze. Well, your moment may be here. PCWorld tells us At&T may soon offer a cheaper monthly contract, all the better to attract the... Read more on PC World »
Forget those expensive fixed-price calling plans. The real cost-cutting deal is in the prepaid calling plans. Cnet explains it all. Read more on cnet »
Does the battery on your iPhone or iPod give out at just the wrong moment -- like when you don't have your charger handy or there's no outlet nearby? iPhone Footprint suggests a solution to your dilemma: Read more on iPhone Footprint »
Those absurdly high cell phone bills got you down? PC World shares some tips to help you cut your costs. Read more on PC World »
