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How to Pep Up a Cheap PC

Posted on 9/3/2010 17:26 EST

"About a year ago I bought a cheap Dell: a $600 desktop packaged with a 20-inch LCD. Budget computers like this typically don't have a discrete graphics card, which is necessary for advanced graphics like... Read more on The New York Times »

Printers that do it all

Posted on 8/22/2010 2:55 EST

There's only so much real estate on the top of your desk. But cheap all-in-one printers, reports Boston.com, don't hog space and save you money. Here's the skinny on the capabilities of some of... Read more on Boston.com »

Back-to-School: These Multifunction Printers Do More for Less

Posted on 8/3/2010 21:31 EST

Forget the pencils and notebooks. What modern college students really need is a multi-function printer. PC Magazine has pulled together a list of five cheap all-in-ones that can print, scan, and... Read more on PC Magazine »

The Best, Cheapest Ways to Upgrade Your PC

Posted on 7/1/2010 8:34 EST

If your old PC is bogging you down, there is hope -- and it doesn't mean shelling out for a new computer. Check out this article from Gizmodo to learn about some strategic, budget-friendly upgrades... Read more on Gizmodo »

Add cheap external speakers to a small HDTV

Posted on 6/9/2010 23:26 EST

Say you want to buy a super cheap HDTV and you know, even ahead of time, that the speakers are awful. CNET has a solution for you: plug in a set of external speakers, using the USB port, and presto... Read more on CNET »

Thrifty Wi-Fi That Travels With You

Posted on 6/3/2010 20:55 EST

For those of us on the go, here's a handy idea: take your hot spot with you. The New York Times tells us how this is done, but more importantly, how we can do this cheaply. Read more on The New York Times »

Best Webcams Under $50

Posted on 6/1/2010 14:20 EST

Our research identifies the best cheap webcams featuring decent zoom, good microphones, and mounting hardware for the best possible positioning. Some of the models even feature built-in special... Read more on Cheapism »

What Are the Best Cheap Headphones?

Posted on 5/23/2010 21:52 EST

Cheap headphones are a bane in many people’s lives. While many users don’t want to spend a lot on headphones because they probably just dropped plenty on an MP3 player, quality listening devices... Read more on Cheapism »

12 techniques to stretch printer ink

Posted on 5/17/2010 23:41 EST

Okay, so you've been lured by the cheap price on the printer, and now you're aghast at the high cost of ink. Join the crowd. The Kansas City Star comes to your rescue by suggesting 12 ways to save... Read more on Kansas City Star »

Lexmark's Smart and Economical Printer

Posted on 5/16/2010 16:10 EST

A new multifunction printer with cartridge prices you can afford? No way. Well, yes, actually, according to Technologizer. A new model from Lexmark is competitively-priced and frequent users get... Read more on Technologizer »

HP To Launch 3 New LCDs Sporting A Low Price Tag

Posted on 5/15/2010 13:08 EST

Another batch of cheap LCDs is hitting the market today, this time from HP. According to Techie Buzz, you'll have your choice of three sizes -- 20, 21.5, and 23 inches -- with prices starting at... Read more on Techie Buzz »

The cheapest iPad case you'll see today

Posted on 5/2/2010 14:28 EST

Here's a super cheap way -- and fitting -- to protect that pricey new Apple gadget you just bought: a padded mailer for your iPad. CrunchGear.com gives you the how-to in five simple steps. Read more on CrunchGear.com »

Archos 7 Android Tablet Is Now Available For Pre-Order

Posted on 4/24/2010 15:39 EST

Looking for a good cheap tablet PC? Archos is about to start selling the Archos 7 for $199, according to Droid Up. Read on to see how you can pre-order. Read more on Droid Up »

SAMSUNG ML-2525W wireless laser printer

Posted on 4/17/2010 19:28 EST

Samsung introduces a new cheap, small, and wireless laser printer. CNET reviews the package and deems it an excellent buy. Read more on cnet »

Smokin' Fast Notebook Swaps Graphics Performance for Low Price

Posted on 4/7/2010 13:26 EST

It's getting harder and harder to find a speedy laptop you can't afford. Wired reports that a new Gateway, using a new super-fast microchip from Intel, is priced in the $650 range. For some, that's... Read more on Wired »

Lenovo Makes a Run at the Low-Cost Market with Its ThinkPad Edgee

Posted on 4/6/2010 13:21 EST

Check out this slide show, courtesy of eweek.com for a quick view of the reworked, and relatively cheap, Lenovo Thinkpad. "Lenovo's ThinkPad Edge combines business-friendly admin tools with AMD... Read more on eweek.com »

Why buying a cheap PC could make a lot of sense

Posted on 4/1/2010 16:54 EST

Here's some computer-related advice frugal shoppers might want to heed. NJ.com suggests you go cheap when you buy your next computer. Why? Because advances in software technology mean you don't... Read more on NJ.com »

Toshiba Unveils Pocket-Sized 1TB Backup Drives

Posted on 3/30/2010 12:51 EST

Do you have a problem with too much data and no where to store it? Toshiba has a solution for you: eweek.com reports the electronics company is introducing a series of cheap and portable hard drives, Read more on eweek.com »

Helping Cheap Earbuds Deliver Better Sound

Posted on 3/24/2010 15:59 EST

No need to buy fancy and pricey headphones to get the sound you crave. The New York Times has a report on cheap rubbery adapters that go over the earbuds and significantly improve the quality of... Read more on The New York Times »

The Best Apple Product Alternatives

Posted on 3/20/2010 0:20 EST

Forget those high-priced Apple devices; really, you can still be cool. PC Magazine found excellent alternatives for cell phones, portable media players, laptops, and more -- many at significantly... Read more on PC Magazine »

Review: PCs that bring the Internet to the TV

Posted on 3/18/2010 11:04 EST

Here's another money-shaving idea for you media freaks -- bid your cable service goodbye and plug in your PC to your TV. CNBC suggests several cheap PCs that can light up that big screen with movies, Read more on CNBC »

HP Slate to be cheaper then the Apple I-Pad

Posted on 3/16/2010 20:08 EST

Look out Apple -- here comes the competition. Good E-Reader reports that computer giants like HP, Dell, and Acer have a smart touch-screen tablet in the works. And that's great news for consumers, Read more on Good E-Reader »

Cheap Monitors Recommendations

Posted on 3/15/2010 12:13 EST

A good flat-screen monitor is hardly a luxury. Our research turned up several Cheap LCD monitors, ranging in size from 20 to 24 inches, that give you the image quality and color clarity you'd expect... Read more on Cheapism »

Cheap VOIP Service Recommendations

Posted on 3/9/2010 15:35 EST

Prices don't vary much among the main VOIP providers, but our research found significant differences in customer satisfaction. Read our cheap VOIP review to learn more about critical features and... Read more on Cheapism »

Low Priced Turntables Recommendations

Posted on 3/5/2010 16:01 EST

Turntables are back. With a cheap belt-drive USB turntable, you can enjoy the warmth of vinyl in stereo playback and also digitize your favorite tunes for portable listening pleasure. We researched... Read more on Cheapism »

Safest and Cheapest Way to Back Up My Computer?

Posted on 2/26/2010 7:48 EST

Do you have nightmares about all the data you could lose if your computer crashes? Never fear, writes Popular Science, there are several cheap options out there that offer all the back-up insurance... Read more on Popular Science »

Epson WorkForce 310 All-In-One

Posted on 2/24/2010 21:47 EST

When you work from home, there are just some things you can't do without: a fax, a printer, and a scanner, to name a few. Now add up the cost, think of the space requirements, and... PC Magazine Read more on PC Magazine »

New Microsoft BlueTrack mice are cheap yet accurate

Posted on 2/24/2010 18:01 EST

The mice are running amok. This time Microsoft is responsible, unleashing three new cheap and cool mice onto the market. Thanks to Dvice.com for giving us the heads up. Read more on Dvice.com »

Free and Inexpensive Parental Control Software Recommendations

Posted on 2/23/2010 12:32 EST

If you're anxious about your kids' online activities, we've got some suggestions that will help you relax. There are several cheap or free parental control software programs that will block sites... Read more on Cheapism »

Cloud Leverage Offers Really Cheap Online Storage

Posted on 2/19/2010 16:23 EST

Is your hard drive stuffed to the gills but you can't face parting with any of that data? Well, enterprisestorageforum.com has some news for you: a new data storage company will hold all that stuff... Read more on enterprisestorageforum.com »

Plenty of ways for frugal Mac users to save on products

Posted on 1/17/2010 7:54 EST

Say you really want a Mac but are aghast at the upfront cost. The Seattle Times has news for you: if you look hard enough you can find ways to save on many of the little things that make Macs so... Read more on The Seattle Times »

Cheap Desktop Recommendations

Posted on 1/11/2010 17:28 EST

You may think desktop computers are relics of another eon, but think again. If you have less than $500 to spend and you don't care about carrying your computer everywhere you go, cheap desktops Read more on Cheapism »

Canon Offers Four New Inexpensive Printers

Posted on 1/9/2010 17:09 EST

Those trips to the nearest copy/business center can sure get tiresome. So check this out: About.com reports on several new low-priced printers, including wireless all-in-ones and an inkjet printer... Read more on About.com »

Lenovo Skylight Smartbook, Multitouch Netbooks Arrive for CES

Posted on 1/6/2010 16:58 EST

"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 »

Lenovo Unveils New Hybrid Tablet/Laptop and Smartbook

Posted on 1/5/2010 12:21 EST

Here's yet another take on the slice-and-dice, create-a-new-product approach taken by computer manufacturers. PC World has a report on a new device from Lenovo that isn't quite a netbook or a smartphone, Read more on PC World »

Microsoft pushes Windows, Office upgrades with 50% discount

Posted on 1/5/2010 11:56 EST

Good news for businesses still using some outdated software. A report by Ars Technica says Microsoft is offering a sweet deal on upgrades of older versions of Office Professional and Windows. A... Read more on Ars Technica »

The $199 tablet according to Freescale

Posted on 1/4/2010 21:15 EST

Every time you turn around, there's another electronic device to add to your ever-growing inventory. CNET reports that a new tablet computer in the under-$200 price range will soon hit the market. Read more on Cnet »

Google's Cheap Cloud Storage: Worth the Price?

Posted on 11/12/2009 0:13 EST

Deal or no deal? That's the question Read more on PC World »

Verizon prepaid mobile data launches; still not the cheapest

Posted on 11/6/2009 12:26 EST

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 »

A Holiday for Bargain-Hunters

Posted on 10/22/2009 10:25 EST

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 »

Gadget Sellers Brace for Ho-Hum Holiday

Posted on 9/29/2009 14:54 EST

Electronic companies, who were accustomed to making big bucks with very expensive must-have products that hit the market just in time for the holiday season, are rethinking their strategy to appeal to... Read more on The Wall Street Journal »

Get an Apple iBook for $399.99

Posted on 9/23/2009 11:09 EST

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 »

Need a Cheap HDMI Cable? AmazonBasics Wants You

Posted on 9/23/2009 11:06 EST

Here's your opportunity to buy more of that electronic stuff you need to spice up your home entertainment system. PC Magazine reports that Amazon is now selling a low-priced private label line of... Read more on PC Magazine »

Lenovo Unveils Latest Inexpensive Desktop PC

Posted on 9/21/2009 10:31 EST

If you're waiting for the next best thing in desktop PCs, take a look at this. According to Information Week, Lenovo is introducing a model that combines all the desirable features and selling this... Read more on Information Week »

HP goes big with Netbook, thin with laptops

Posted on 9/16/2009 10:37 EST

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 »

Dirt-Cheap HP Printer Rivals Laser Quality

Posted on 8/25/2009 14:51 EST

Finding a cheap and high-quality printer that works with paper larger than the standard 8.5x11 has long been a frustrating affair. But take heart -- Thestreet.com reports the market is filling up... Read more on cnet »

Access To GPS In US Gets Cheap As iPhone Apps Grow

Posted on 8/18/2009 13:56 EST

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 »

Cheapest netbook in the world

Posted on 8/13/2009 13:46 EST

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 »

Mobile WiFi + iPod Touch = Better/Cheaper Than iPhone

Posted on 8/11/2009 23:09 EST

For all you tech-, gadget-, and network-addicts, there's a new fix on the market. Cultofmac.com reports on something called MiFi, your very own WiFi hotspot that can be yours from Verizon for a... Read more on cultofmac.com »

Back-to-School Bargains

Posted on 8/11/2009 22:25 EST

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 »

$298 Walmart laptop: Dirt cheap, or just cheap?

Posted on 7/30/2009 10:41 EST

Read more on MightyBargainHunter.com »

Wal-Mart expands low-price PC offerings for back-to-school season in campaign for new markets

Posted on 7/24/2009 10:01 EST

Does your student need a new laptop this fall? Take full advantage of the hot competition between Wal-Mart and Best Buy as the two slug it out for the high school and college student market. The Los Angeles... Read more on Los Angeles Times »

AT&T Pushes Netbooks to Beat Mobile-Phone Squeeze

Posted on 7/24/2009 9:56 EST

In a world overrun by electronic gear, data will soon rule. Bloomberg reports that the major communications companies are subsidizing the cost of netbooks in a push to get you, the recession-shocked customer, Read more on Bloomberg »

Logitech launches lotsa low-priced, loud speakers

Posted on 7/15/2009 10:41 EST

Tired of listening to music on your PC that sounds kind of one directional? Crunchgear.com reports on several new high-tech, low-budget options that provide a full circle of sound. Read more on CrunchGear.com »

Bargain Hunt: External Hard Drives

Posted on 6/18/2009 23:37 EST

Insure against the loss of your favorite digital media--back up!! The prices on external hard drives are coming down and PC Magazine gives you three picks that are worth the investment. Read more on PC Magazine »