Who doesn’t love to shop? If you are anything like me, you love it enough that your checking account is barely surviving the fetish. Ever since getting an iPad, this addiction has increased to the point of madness. While I don’t always buy, I have been able to indulge my sweet tooth for sweet deals from my home, the office, or even the bus in ways I never thought I could.
This is due to the creation of dozens of incredible apps that are dedicated to the art of shopping. There are some for nearly any store you could hope for, in every genre. But here are 20 of my favorite free applications for the iPad. You will be sure [...]
I was looking through my cell phone games the other day for the first time while in the dentist’s waiting room. Nothing really interested me much until I came upon a welcome sight. My mobile had Tetris, which is quite possibly the most long-lasting, entertaining old school console games every created.
Tetris has remained wildly popular, though not in a chic kind of way. It more has to do with the staying power of the game itself, and the comfortable familiarity that puts it on the highest ‘classic’ tier. This has been reflected in the wide number of products inspired by the game that have hit the market in recent years.
Here are a few personal favorites, some of which [...]
When you think of a commercial you probably think of what you see on TV that is meant to sell you a product. This marketing technique has been around for a long time, and it will continue to be for years to come. It has also expanded to the web, where you can find running commercials on websites that can be muted and unmuted, ads in between officially places Youtube videos, or on TV sites like Hulu.
But there are some commercials that weren’t made by ad agencies. These were created by fans, media students and customers that have decided to put together their own ads. Some are cheesy, some are offensive, and still others are more or less rip [...]
The Internet has given us many things. Information, ways to more easily communicate, and a wide world of entertainment at our fingertips. Is it any wonder we tend to live on our computers and phones now days? But the real change has been in the way we shop. While it used to be that we had to wait for deals and cycled what we bought with the month of the year, we have different ways to search out a bargain now. It seems to be more of a matter of keeping an eye constantly on weekly deals alerts, or checking discount sites.
But just because things aren’t exactly the way they were doesn’t mean there aren’t still some rules that [...]
For generations, Lego blocks have been a source of enjoyment for kids all around the world. The innovative design was the first of its kind, providing an easy but secure snap-together process that allowed for much more advanced building at any level of experience. Since the late 1950′s, that interlocking system has made Lego the most popular building block of all time, unmatched by any of their competitors.
I think that every kid can look back and remember the first time they were given a Lego blocks set. Whether it was one of the giant tubs of bricks with a builders manual like I had in my time, or the specialty sets with Star Wars or Harry Potter figurines that [...]
It’s the holiday season and that means one thing: you are about to get a flood of gift cards from friends, family, coworkers and mild acquaintances for every store in the city. But before you get using them, there are a few things every shopper should know about these plastic presents. Having this information will save you money, time and make your experience a more positive one. It will also help you if you’re thinking of buying your own gift cards for someone on your holiday list.
I love reusable shopping bags (even if I do have a tendency to sometimes forget them). I use them for all kinds of things — organizing stuff in my closets, carrying heavy books to and from the library, and of course shopping. But it turns out I might be carrying around little sacs of sickness.
Apparently reusable shopping bags are a potential health hazard. Then again, what isn’t these days? Really. Before you get worked up into a tizzy though, relax. You can curb the health risks fairly easily and still enjoy your favorite green grocery totes and other reusable shopping bags.
Let’s look at what the potential health hazard is, and what you can do to prevent problems.
Are you addicted to Amazon? Sometimes I think I am. Every time a smiling box shows up at my door I simultaneously jump with excitement and then cringe with fear knowing that more money has leaked out of my wallet. It’s even worse now with the advent of instantly downloadable Kindle ebooks. Instant gratification has never been easier for bookworms like me.
Over time that little One-Click button has become the bane of my cash flow. If this sounds like you, here are some ideas to help you curb your Amazon or other online shopping addiction so you can still enjoy the occasional purchase without feeling post-purchase guilt brought on by conspicuous consumption.
Many financial counselors advise getting away from [...]
Let’s face it. No one needs an iPad. There, I said it. But I finally got one after months of deliberation and I absolutely love it. Now I need to justify the purchase so I won’t feel guilty. Hopefully I can find enough reasons in this article so you can finally go out and get yours too.
Convenience Factor
Tired of schlepping your laptop to client meetings? The iPad is a great solution. As a freelance writer and information architect, I spend a lot of time interviewing clients to try and uncover the real meat and potatoes behind new website initiatives.
Plus, after 13 years of schlepping various laptops around the country my back is pretty sore. My chiropractor suggested [...]
Shopping. On one hand I’m not your stereotypical female with a shopping obsession. I don’t enjoy spending time at malls for example. On the other hand, I love holiday shopping! There’s something about being on a quest to find the perfect gifts for all of my friends and family that I simply can’t get enough of.
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