HP Photosmart C8180 All-in-One Printer

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Shopping for a budget printer doesn’t have to be an exercise in anger-management and self-abasement. Contrary to the stigma, many printers can produce great quality photos and documents without breaking the bank or eating up expensive consumables. Now release your …

JVC's Everio MS120 is a decent standard-def camcorder with expandable memory up to 64GB.

There are plenty of devices for capturing video these days, including cell phones, laptops, and digital cameras. But, for the time being at least, you’ll get the best results from a dedicated camcorder. Of course those aren’t all created equal either.

The biggest decision you’ll have to make before starting your search is whether to go standard definition or high definition. Standard-def camcorders are a cost-effective way to get good video for Web sharing sites and for viewing on standard-definition TVs, and it’s less demanding for playback and editing on computers.

However, you can get a good HD camcorder at a price only $100-$200 more than some SD camcorders. Obviously you may not have that extra cash, but if you’re looking toward integrating your movies into a future high-def home theater experience, you’ll want to think long and hard before buying a standard-definition camcorder.

Not sure where you fall? Visit our camcorder buying guide so you know what features you’ll need to avoid making a disappointing purchase. If you already know what you want from a camcorder, here are some tips for further refining your choices to get the best possible deal.

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Budget Blu-ray players are generally older, Profile 1.1 players.

Blu-ray started out as a pricey, enthusiasts-only, niche format, but prices have fallen enough that even mainstream home theater fans can enjoy high-def movies at home. If you’re on a tight budget, but still want to go Blu, here …

Don't be afraid to buy older used games.

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Video games and gaming gear aren’t necessarily among the cheapest gadgets you can own, but there are ways to get the most bang for your buck.

The cheapest consoles

A Nintendo Wii is only $250 and …

Basic phones are just fine if you just want to make calls and not much else.

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Almost everyone needs a cell phone these days, but owning one can be expensive. Here are a few tips to make the most of your dollar when it comes to …

Like other posts you’ll be seeing here over the next week or so, we could offer you lots of tips for buying an affordable desktop. Refurbished PCs from reputable dealers can offer a bargain. Wait until Best Buy’s free Windows 7 upgrades kicks in on June 26. You …