Shopping Tips

January 27, 2012

  • New Unlocked Cell Phones Coming To The US

    US cell phone carriers have always discouraged unlocked cell phones—they just don't fit in with the US model of cell phone service, where you're expected to lock into a two year plan in exchange for a subsidized cell phone, and where the carriers want to control that cell phone, and slightly increase their profits by marking it up with their own branding and paid, locked to the phone apps. (…)

January 20, 2012

  • Which Used Cell Phones One The Holiday Wars?

    The holiday wars between Samsung's Galaxy 2S and the iPhone 4S were pretty brutal, but by now you probably know which one you're watching for to hit the used cell phones market. (…)

January 16, 2012

  • Get Ready For Used iPods To Be Abundant

    Apple is expected to release the next generation iPad in March, and older iGadgets, including used iPods, iPads, and iPhones, will likely hit resale as front end users raise cash for the new toy. (…)

January 9, 2012

  • Swap Used iPods For New Ones?

    If you're lucky enough to still have your first gen iPod nano, you can swap that used iPod for a new one, since the battery is faulty.
    Don't have one? (…)

January 2, 2012

  • Shortage Of iPods & iPads? Check For Used iPods

    A recent explosion in the Apple iPad factory may soon cause a shortage of iPads, when the holidays have already caused a swell in buying.
    Still have to have one? Get the better deal! (…)

December 23, 2011

December 19, 2011

  • Get Apps With Unlocked Used iPod Touches

    Tired of the sealed gates of Apple's app store, where examples like the DriversEd.com app are a bit much? (I mean, there'd be no magnetic strip on the back!). (…)

December 12, 2011

  • Apple Sales Are Strong

    If you're watching the stock market, then you know Apple is defying recession logic and soaring along. (…)

December 5, 2011

December 3, 2011

  • The Latest Unlocked Cell Phones

    If you want your new iPhone unlocked/jailbroken, it can now be done. Software has been developed that can unlock your cell phone, making your iPhone 4S super versatile.
    Just don't do it yourself. (…)

November 28, 2011

  • Used iPods: How Many Apps Do You Have?

    If you are smart enough to save money with used iPods, you've probably also got a nice collection of iPod apps that were free or about a dollar. (…)

November 25, 2011

  • Used Cell Phones Make Holiday Shopping Easier

    While there are guides to purchasing the perfect cell phone as a gift this holiday, two main problems remain: picking (or guessing, if it's a gift) a carrier, and then choosing a plan! (…)

November 22, 2011

  • Apple Recalls Used iPods Nanos

    Apple's 1st gen iPod nano, with a black or white front and silver back, is being recalled. With more use, iPod batteries (at least in early models) overheat and can cause damage or burns. (…)

November 14, 2011

October 24, 2011

  • What Great Apps Have You Discovered On Your Used iPod?

    Although the Apple app store is renowned for some of the programs it's brought to the world (from the useful—educational games—to the fun—angry birds—to the odd—keeping track of bowel movements), its also know for being protected by an iron gate. (…)

October 21, 2011

  • How To Use Unlocked Cell Phones

    Unlocked cell phones are increasingly popular and common, as more cell phone users take control away from their mobile providers by avoiding contracts with unlocked cell phones. (…)

October 10, 2011

October 8, 2011

September 30, 2011

September 27, 2011

  • Another Reason To Save Money With Used iPods

    With Apple patent-trolling it's competitors (and vice-versa!) competition is getting fierce. Apple shares many parts with other companies, including Samsung, who it's locked in court with. (…)