Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Buying Electronics

Everyone buys electronics. Most of us are not sure what is the difference between brands or models. The options vary, sometime widely. Here are some general tips that will help.

Read Online Reviews


The first step I take is to look at the manufacturers web site and view the specifications.

Next, I look at online reviews - as many as I can. Reviews by professionals, geeks and average consumers.

For specific types of mobile phones:

For other electronics visit deparment or appliance store web site. Many have customer reviews.

Watch Videos


The online review sites above have videos covering all aspects of an item. For instance, for cell phones, you can find overviews listing all the specifications and features, walk-throughs demonstrating their use, and comparions with competing devices.

YouTube - another site to search where average people share their reviews and experiences.

Compare in the Store


After you've read several online reviews and watched the videos, it's time to take an in-person hands on look at the item.

Let's use as an example televisions. You go up and down the isle and see which has a clearer picture, more vivid colors, etc. Many make their choice on what they see. But, there is something you need to remember, what you see at first site may or may not be accurate. Of course what your seeing is accurate, but that is only for how the devices are adjusted. Who adjusts them? Someone who works at the store, other customers, or maybe no one has.

The problem is, if you adjust different brands, another one may look better overall.So, go through each model and ajust them!

Do thourough research before making any decision. Don't feel pressured. If unsure, wait. Give yourself more time to get it right.

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