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All The Book Lover Needs: an iPad or Kindle and the Magic Catalog

03.14.2013 Books and Literature

Why get an iPad? Perhaps for just this reason alone. Imagine that you could purchase a little piece of metal and glass and place just one electronic book on it, but from that one book you can find and read over 40,000 free books. Yes, the iPad is wonderful for many, many things. For the [...]

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The iPad Mini—Practically Perfect In Every Way

12.06.2012 gadgets

I am gobsmacked. For all of the years of speculation about a miniature versions of the iPad and even after seeing it released I was positive that I did not need or want one. I’ve been an iPad 1st generation user since the very beginning. I wasn’t just happy with the original iPad—I’ve used it [...]

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What You Need In Your Next Computer: More Horsepower, Less Storage

11.13.2012 Mac

I recently bought a new computer system, primarily for work. I was surprised at how difficult a decision process it was, but I’m very happy with the end result. My previous work and home machine was an early 2008 iMac. It’s been a workhorse, but I found myself dealing with long wait times for it [...]

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Tech Buying Tip #12: Wait Six Months

06.27.2012 gadgets

It is so exciting when new gadgets come out. Last year’s model now looks ugly and slow. The new one is so beautiful, fast, and feature-filled. The urge to buy now can be intense. But if you buy now, immediately upon the release of this shiny new thing, you’ll risk some clear penalties. A swift [...]

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Tech Buying Tip #11: Buy a 3rd Party Warranty For Mobile Devices

06.26.2012 gadgets

I’ve talked about extended warranties in a previous tip: What To Do About Extended Warranties. Here’s something else to consider: the manufacturer’s warranty probably doesn’t provide the protection that you need, especially against dropping it, water damage, and other physical damage. I’ve purchased both manufacturer’s warranties and third party warranties and on the whole I find [...]

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