School is back in session, and if you want to pass this class and become a savvy tech shopper I strongly suggest that you read over the following material. It could save you a lot of money one day.
•Why You Should Buy a Refurbished Laptop: Just because a laptop isn’t brand new doesn’t mean its worthless. Refurbished laptops are a great way to get all the hardware you need on a budget.
https://gizmodo.com/why-you-should-buy-a-refurbished-laptop-5075525
•Why You Should Stop Buying Your Laptops Fully Loaded: Don’t be tricked into buying a computer fully loaded from the manufacturer. Doing the upgrades yourself can offer lots of value.
https://gizmodo.com/why-you-should-stop-buying-your-computers-fully-loaded-5104777
•Why You Don’t Need Fancy Gym Gadgets and Memberships: Getting in kick ass shape doesn’t require expensive gym memberships and equipment.
https://gizmodo.com/why-you-dont-need-fancy-fitness-gadgets-and-gym-members-5134827
•Screw the Recession: How To Spend Less and Get More: Saving money doesn’t always mean making big sacrifices. These tips can help you streamline your tech spending at home.
https://gizmodo.com/screw-the-recession-how-to-spend-less-and-get-more-5220241
•Green Tech Upgrades That Boost Home Values and Reduce Bills: Investing in these tech upgrades for your home can actually be profitable in the long run.
https://gizmodo.com/green-tech-upgrades-that-boost-home-values-and-reduce-b-5233176
•Why You Can’t Complain About The Price Of Today’s Gadgets: Let’s put things in perspective here. You actually have it pretty good these days when it comes to the price of gadgets.
https://gizmodo.com/why-you-cant-complain-about-the-price-of-todays-gadgets-5313690
•The Real Cost of Upgrading to Windows 7 and Mac OS X Snow Leopard: Before you make the jump to a new OS, make sure you are buying smart.
https://gizmodo.com/the-real-cost-of-upgrading-to-windows-7-5332601
Unlike that philosophy class you’re taking this semester, Smart Gadget Shopping 101 is actually useful in your everyday life. So be prepared—we don’t grade on a curve here.
