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Dell Inspiron i1545-4266IBU

Posted on 3/9/2010 8:50 EST

The price may be right and the look will appeal, but you can do better. At least that's what CNET concludes in its review of a new, cheap laptop from Dell. The experts point out several shortcomings... Read more on CNET »

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 »

$299 Eee PC 1001P Reviewed, Steals The Low-Cost Netbook Crown

Posted on 2/19/2010 16:28 EST

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 »

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 »

Amazon.com to add consumer electronics to trade-in program?

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... Read more on Techflash.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 »

How to Build an Awesome Gaming PC for $647

Posted on 1/3/2010 22:08 EST

Here's another DIY opportunity that your inner geek might want to check out. MaximumPC.com lists all the parts you'll need to assemble a cheap, but supposedly awesome, PC. Oh, and check out the... Read more on MaximumPC.com »

The $75 Future Computer

Posted on 12/24/2009 13:39 EST

The future, in terms of the PC computer world, is almost here. A radical new laptop, still in the design phase, is aimed at children in the developing world. But according to Forbes, this super-cheap... Read more on Forbes »

Review: Cheaper gaming PCs offer decent experience

Posted on 12/24/2009 13:24 EST

It's a niche market folks -- PCs for gamers, that is. The Associated Press offers a review of these specialized machines, which can cost almost as much as $4,000 or as little as $500. Just in case... Read more on Associated Press »

HP Mini 311 review

Posted on 12/20/2009 9:54 EST

Heads up, netbook users. The HP Mini 311 might not be the best netbook on the market today, but as Liliputing.com points out, it is the cheapest model with high quality graphics. Check out the review... Read more on Liliputing.com »

McDonald's to offer free Wi-Fi starting in January

Posted on 12/16/2009 14:47 EST

Some businesses will do just about anything to get you in the door. When the new year rolls around, writes Wallet Pop, McDonald's will start offering free Wi-Fi to any and all comers. Let's see... Read more on Wallet Pop »

Dell Vostro V13 Laptop Is Good Looking and Inexpensive

Posted on 12/9/2009 12:26 EST

Who would believe? A 13-inch laptop, starting at $449, from Dell that might pass the snob appeal test. eWeek.com has the story on the new Vostro V13, designed to make any small business owner or... Read more on eweek.com »

Apple's Black Friday discounts leaked

Posted on 11/17/2009 17:16 EST

It's hard to keep all the holes plugged before the biggest shopping day of the year. ZDNet is reporting rumors that Apple's got some huge one-day discounts in the offing. Is it for real? Read more on ZDNet »

AT&T launching new netbooks, cheaper data plan

Posted on 11/16/2009 13:35 EST

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 »

Black Friday Laptop Deals Are Amazing

Posted on 11/15/2009 10:59 EST

The deals are so enticing this holiday season that you almost can't afford not to buy. Laptops and netbooks are expected to be hot items on Black Friday, according to Associated Content, Read more on Associated Content »

Give More for Less

Posted on 11/13/2009 11:21 EST

Let all those frantic shoppers duke it out at the stores. Shop online with Cheapism.com instead and save yourself from the lines, the mayhem, the competition. With the Cheapism holiday gift guide, you'll... Read more on Cheapism Gift Guide »

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 »

Pre-Black Friday: Best Buy selling a $250 Laptop November 11

Posted on 11/11/2009 8:03 EST

Forget what you think you knew about Black Friday. It's really not the day after Thanksgiving; this year, the date keeps changing. Thanks to an aggressive marketing strategy involving retail giants like... Read more on Wallet Pop »

Seven perfectly legal ways to get Windows 7 cheap (or even free)

Posted on 11/7/2009 15:01 EST

ZDNet writer Ed Bott tells us how to save on Windows 7. Now we can finally afford to get rid of that Vista! Read more on ZDNET »

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 »

What's inside future low-cost Apple MacBooks?

Posted on 9/28/2009 14:43 EST

Have you been eying the Apple laptops from the beginning, but could never justify the price of one? The tides may be changing for Apple-loving Cheapists. Apple is making its first real foray into the... Read more on cnet »

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 »

Plan purchases a year early to get bargains

Posted on 9/6/2009 20:22 EST

According to USA Today research, the list below tells you when to find the best bargains for certain products and services. January - Furniture, Digital cameras, Big-screen TVs, Read more on USA Today »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Top 19 Mac Apps For Tight Budgets

Posted on 7/25/2009 21:42 EST

There's no end to the joys of owning a Mac. Information Week reports on a bevy of low-cost applications that get you ever more functionality. Read more on Information Week »

Lenovo S10-2: Cheaper and thinner, but better?

Posted on 7/24/2009 20:23 EST

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 »

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 »

Lenovo IdeaPad Y450 All-Purpose Laptop

Posted on 7/15/2009 20:31 EST

The way things are going, you almost can't afford not to buy a new laptop. The Washington Post reports on a new low-cost laptop from Lenovo aimed at everyday consumers. This one's a slimmed-down version... Read more on The Washington Post »

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 »

eMachines Intros Stylish, Inexpensive All-in-One

Posted on 7/15/2009 10:29 EST

Wow. For basic computing needs, you can now get an iMac look-alike for a price that's hard to beat. Digitaltrends.com reports on this new low-ocst computer from eMachines. Read more on Digitaltrends.com »

Acer Unveils Inexpensive Gemstone Blue Laptops

Posted on 6/24/2009 20:31 EST

The PC options for gamers have expanded yet again. Information Week reports that Acer has just introduced three relatively cheap laptops that should appeal to the gaming crowd. Read more on Information Week »

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 »

How To Get A Great Laptop Computer At The Cheapest Price

Posted on 6/16/2009 10:47 EST

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 »

Pretty Thin, Pretty Light Laptops Turn Pretty Cheap

Posted on 5/20/2009 0:09 EST

Thin and light laptops that cost less than $1000? No way, you say. But wait... The New York Times reports that by early summer there will be several new products on the market that meet these requirements. Read more on The New York Times »

5 Tips for Nabbing Tech on the Cheap

Posted on 5/5/2009 14:09 EST

OK, so your friends are all showing off their newest electronic toys. Just how do you keep up with that and not spend a fortune?? ABC news has some money-saving ideas for you. Read more on ABC News »

HP releases new low-priced business laptops

Posted on 5/1/2009 7:57 EST

Some good news for financially stressed business owners: HP is introducing a new line of relatively inexpensive laptops. To learn more, read this posting from FierceMobileIT.com. Read more on FierceMobileIT.com »