10 ways to save money on tech in 2013
Blake Snow writes half of the top 20 U.S. media and technology, produces some of the biggest names wrote. Lives in Utah with his family in an online world offline wrote a book about how to find the balance.
(CNN) - From Airbnb to GasBuddy on Shopkick, consumers can save a large number of applications and web sites.
But how you can spend less on the technology itself - Digital medication can not get enough? How we can save the electronic devices and services ... so you can buy more tools?
Here are 10 ways to stretch your budget this year, the technology are:
1. Use the Ribbon chip. Stored in electrically surge in recent years, have numerous gadgets. They are turned off (also known as vampire or phantom power) to kill the power save monthly electricity bill, because I like it even better take charge of the Smart Strip power-saving mode, you can even use most of the electronic devices. In my case, the Smart two groups (one of my office and entertainment center), you monthly electric bill in August, I saved at least $ 10 - $ 30 each is more than enough to justify the cost.
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2.At the computer (or data) buy. Processing power, bandwidth, and to decide on a computer or an Internet service provider is used to indicate many things about the chip. But most of the computer and data plans, it's too fast. Even if they are not made significant progress in the production of equipment, software developers and data faster than they are in reality feel. So instead of paying for a high-end machine, an incredibly fast speed and unlimited data, consider a less powerful, but still functional. How many people will be surprised to receive data from the computer or for your needs.
3.See the Gadgets assets. This is my eternal call technology fund. It works like this: Two or three times a year, I gadgets, handheld computers, mobile phones and antique identify, game use (powder follow) and / or consoles, there is no longer intend to use in the next 12 months. Courage to those who do not have to choose, I'm on Craigslist, sell on eBay, or even Gazelle.com will like it. In some cases, the use of natural subsidized purchase "snow" next technology must be a few hundred dollars.
4. Cut Cable television (and to buy your own cable modem). Since many tips on my list, as well as an additional cost, but the savings can be enormous. First of all, If you have not already, stop to rent a cable modem or Internet connection. They cost less than $ 50, and the average cost of renting a $ 5 monthly recover quickly. If your favorite shows and such Netflix, Amazon and Hulu Then see if you can find streaming sites such programs. You probably still have to make some sacrifices, but the savings per month $ 100 is not a bad consolation prize.
5. If possible, use free software. After years hundreds of dollars for accounting programs, we have the final decision to pay for a free online service. The software does everything with no additional cost to my ex. And others are there to help freemium software products, the less (or no) Let's do whatever it takes. Sun Google clicky and see what is out there.
6. Avoid extended warranty. I'm expensive televisions, smart phones and other gadgets when purchasing an extended warranty for peace, I know that many people. But many consumers are actually the default break after the warranty period extended warranties can save gadgets unlikely event reporting period is more expensive than the average. This certainly was the case with me. I had everything under warranty. Most of my technical problems survived. And I had some equipment warranty paid. But in general, you pay more for an extended warranty saved. I say free accounting software!
7. Think of refurbished equipment. Contrary to popular belief, refurbished electronics are generally as good as new. For example, less than what it will cost hundreds of new good friend of mine bought a MacBook. This came in a new box. Felt. With the protective stickers always fun to make. And it was really cool. Better yet, it's still under warranty.
8. Buy cheap digital cable. Most digital cables are created equal. I say that because I have a cheapo digital cable have to do. But there were only a few dollars. HDMI cable, audio cable for iPhone, etc. included - and most digital cable, I bought imitation is still going strong after a few years. Overall, I have helped hundreds of dollars in savings in your pocket (I use it to buy more technology).
9. Buy online. Before you roll your eyes, and significant savings in online shopping often requires more patience than a big old "duh" is actually the first. Just need an item and fast delivery (and expensive) preferred, for example, it may be better to buy stores. Free shipping in some cases may take longer than a week. But there are bargains out there. And before they begin to look for a job bricks and mortar do not even end up buying online, you should look for the price point.
10. Buy Smart battery. Batteries have come a long way in the last ten years. In fact, all electronic devices with redundant power, such as batteries Sanyo Eneloops enough juice pack. These batteries do not have his father to buy and save.Thank you CNN From Reetime news Technology.
