Cricket Prepaid Blackberry Curve

Cricket introduces one of the first Prepaid Blackberries on the market with a great unlimited plan.  If you have been itching for a true Smartphone but hate contracts and contract plan fees, the Cricket Curve is the phone for you.

The $60 cricket plan features just about unlimited everything. The plan includes unlimited US long distance, unlimited mobile web, unlimited text messaging which includes international texting, unlimited picture/video messaging and a whole lot more. An excellent plan indeed that will save you at least 50% over comparable contract plans.

Perhaps the greatest thing about this plan is that it includes just about everything without additional fees. Unlike other Cricket plans, this $60 prepaid Blackberry plan includes add-ons like voicemail, caller id, call forwarding, 3 way calling and mobile email. The only thing it does not include is roaming.

All in all, this is indeed an excellent plan if you are looking for a solid prepaid smartphone plan. The all you can eat $60 is an excellent value when compared to the run of the mill contract plan. The only downside is the limited Cricket coverage but if it is available in your area, this plan is highly recommended.

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Straight Talk LG 620G GSM

GSM customer looking to save with the Straight Talk plan can now rejoice.  Up until now, Straight Talk has been a CDMA only provider using Verizon’s coverage.  This new LG 620g brings the Straight Talk plan to GSM only customer’s with no CDMA coverage. We suspect that Straight Talk will most likely be utilize the  AT&T  network to bring GSM coverage since existing agreements already exist for  Net10 and Tracfone.

This is excellent news that would make Straight Talk one of the only low cost unlimited plans with GSM coverage.  This step brings Straight Talk closer to providing true nationwide coverage similar to their parent company’s Net10 and Tracfone brands.   Don’t be surprised to see other GSM models added to their line up.  The Samsung T401G is already being offered as another GSM model in select Walmart stores. The LG 620G is available online for any customer in a GSM zip code.  Read a full review for the new GSM  LG 620G.

Best Value Super Zoom and Highest Zoom- At 20x wide angle optical zoom, the Canon PowerShot SX20IS is one of the highest point and shoot optical zoom cameras on the market. Surprisingly, at $369, the Canon is amazingly priced for a camera offering SLR like performace. The 12.1 megapixel resolution SX20IS offers a high powered 20x wide angle optical zoom with a built in image stabalizer for clear zoom shots. While the zoom capabilities alone are well worth the price, this camera also allows you to capture 720p HD movies with stereo sound. High ISO capabilities and built in DIGIC 4 Image Processor make the SX20IS an excellent low light camera as well. Conclusion, the Canon PowerShot SX20IS offers an amazing value for all it can do. While not the cheapest high zoom camera, spending a few extra dollars on a quality brand with amazing features is certainly worth it. View this camera at

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Lowest Priced- Let’s face it, if you want high zoom, you usually have to spend a bit more compared to other desirable features. So finding a 10x optical zoom camera for under 200 bucks is quite surprising. The Canon PowerShot SX120IS does just that. For $200, you not only get the Canon name plate, you also get a very capable camera. The SX120IS is 10 megapixel 10x optical zoom with built in image stabalizer. The DIGIC 4 Image Processor allows for excellent low light shots as well. All in all, this is an excellent value and has many of the same features as the higher priced SX20IS at about half the cost. About the only compromise on this camera is the lack of rechargeable batteries as it uses AA batts. View this Camera at

Best 2010 Super Zoom Digital Cameras

Canon PowerShot SX120IS

Canon Powershot SX120IS Shop At Price $199.00

The Canon Powershot SX120IS is the lowest priced super zoom point and shoot. Despite the low price, it offers excellent features and capabilities. If you are looking for a low cost super zoom camera, then the SX120IS is the one to get. About the only drawback is that it runs off AA batteries.

Features:

• 10.0 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
• 10x Optical Zoom
• Built in image stabalizer
• Built in face and motion detection
• Large 3″ LCD screen

Nikon Coolpix L110

Nikon Coolpix L110 Shop At Price $239.50

The Nikon Coolpix L110 is rated a Consumer Reports best buy for 2010 in the super zoom category and has high marks from users. This camera features a high 15X optical zoom and 12 mega pixels of resolution.

Features:

• 12.1 Megapixels for stunning prints
• 15x Optical Zoom
• 720p HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV
• Large 3.0-inch High-Resolution LCD
• Advanced image stabilizing features
• Up to 6400 ISO for quality low light shots

Canon PowerShot SX20IS

Canon PowerShot SX20IS Shop At Price $369.00

The Canon PowerShot SX20IS is the highest rated super zoom point and shoot in the consumer reports tests. This camera features a powerful 20X optical zoom which is the highest in the group. This camera is packed full of features and for the price, it presents one of the best values.

Features:

• 12.0 Megapixels for stunning prints
• 20x Optical Zoom
• DSLR performace at a point and shoot price
• 2.5-inch High-Resolution articulating LCD
• Powerful Optical image stabilizer for clear zoom shots

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Net10 Samsung R355C

The Samsung R355C is Net10’s newest entry to their texting device line up. It will be joining the R451C and T401G to round out their reduced texting rate line up. Like previous Net10 Samsung texting models, the R355G features a full QWERTY keyboard for easy texting. Unlike the previous two texting models, however, the R355C will be of the non sliding variety resembling the ever popular Blackberry. Despite the non sliding design, the 355 is compact and light weight, measuring 4.42” x 2.4” x .50” and weighing just 3.6 ounces. In addition, the phone is quite rugged and built to Samsung’s quality standards.

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If the phone looks familiar, it is because it’s essentially a Samsung SCHR-r351 (also known as the Samsung Freeform). Like the Freeform, the R355C comes with a 1.3 megapixel camera, full MP3 player, expandable SD card slot with up to 16 gb capacity and bluetooth. Standard features include reduced texting rates, caller id, call forwarding, call waiting and voicemail. Read the full Net10 Samsung R355C Review.

All in all, the Net10 Samsung R355C is an excellent phone if you love to text, want a large screen and prefer the Blackberry like design over the sliders. Pricing should be similar to the 451 and 401 so you won’t have to break the bank to take advantage of Net10s excellent 10 cent per minute rates and reduced texting rates. Find out if the T401G is available in your Area

New Moon Twilight Blue Ray Special Edition

With the upcoming release of Twilight Eclipse, now is the time to pre order your very own copy of 2009’s hottest movie, Twilight New Moon.  Don’t be left out in the cold waiting out the long lines for the March 20th New Moon Blue Ray release.  Instead, relax, kick back and wait for your mailman to drop off your New Moon copy. No need to fight the Teeny Boppers at the local Best Buy when you can pre order from the comfort of your own couch.

Of course fighting the crowds isn’t the only reason to pre order online! Pre Ordering from Amazon saves you $13 bucks. Don’t pay the $34.99 retail price for the Special Edition when you can have it for $21 bucks directly from Amazon.com.  So don’t wait another minute and Pre Order your copy today!

What’s in the New Moon Special Edition  Blue Ray?

• Audio Video Format: Astonishing  Dolby DTS Surround Sound  that will knock your socks off , Subtitled for the hearing impared and Widescreen for that perfect HD viewing experience.
• Special Blue Ray Features: Audio commentary from director Chris Weitz and editor Peter Lambert.  Also for your viewing pleasure is a 6 part documentary detailing the making of the film and everybody’s favorite vampire/wolf duo.  Behind the scenes footage featuring the oh so SMOKING HOT Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner.  Finally for your musical pleasure, the  soundtrack band Muse and three music videos.

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Net10 Wireless Samsung T401g

It has been a long time coming but the Net10/Tracfone phone family finally has an MP3 player enabled with QWERTY keyboard handset for the mass GSM market. The new T401g is very similar to the CDMA R451C having all of the same quality features including 1.3 megapixel camera, onboard mp3 player, expandable microSD card slot supporting up to 16 gigs and QWERTY keyboard. In addition, the T401 adds video recording capabilities which the 451 does not have.  Click here for more information on the Net10 T401G

One of the surprising things about the T401G is it’s high quality feel. Unlike the lower end phone models, the T401 is quite solid. Everything on this phone is high quality. From the durable hard plastic numeric keypad to the soft touch QWERTY keys, the T401 has been built to last. While it is no iPhone, this isn’t your grandma’s prepaid phone either. Safe to say you no longer have to sacrifice features for the sake of savings with this model.

If you have been waiting for a phone with some nice features before jumping on the Net10 10 cent per minute savings but don’t live in a CDMA area, then the T401G will not disappoint with it’s solid keyboard and mp3 player functions. Find out if the T401G is available in your Area

Top Rated Basic SLR for 2010: The CR top rated basic SLR for 2010 is the Canon EOS Rebel T1I. The Rebel is one of only a handful of basic SLRs with excellent image quality. It offers HD video shooting capabilities and some of the best low light photographs without a flash. View the Rebel T1I at Amazon.com for best price.

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Canon EOS Rebel T1I

Canon EOS Rebel T1I Shop At Price $719.88 $799.99

The Rebel T1I is one of only a handful of basic SLRs with excellent image quality and excellent dynamic range. It has the ability to capture HD-Resolution video. It is also better than most basic SLRs at taking low light images without the aid of a flash. In addition, the Rebel offers 15 megapixels which was the highest of the cameras that were tested. As with most Canon SLRs, the Rebel is compatible with over 60 EF/EF-S lenses making this unit one of the most flexible out of those tested. Of course SLRs are quite a bit more advanced than regular point and shoots but the Rebel was one of the easier ones to use and operate.

Features:

• 15 Megapixels of resolution
• Includes Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens
• 1920 x 1080 full HD resolution with HDMI output
• 3.0″ LCD screen
• Capture images and video toSD/SDHC memory cards

$719.88 Best Price at Amazon.com

Nikon D5000

Nikon D5000 Shop At Price $700.77

The Nikon D5000 features live-view functionality, swiveling display and HD video shooting capablities just to name a few. This camera is quite intuitive to use when shooting both video and stills. The D5000 offers 12.3 megapixels of resolution with an included 3x optical nicor lens. One of the nicer features are the 19 automatic exposure scene modes for the beginer and 23 custom options for the more advanced users. It is hard to argue for the D5000 when the Rebel is just $20 more but the D5000 is one of the better basic SLRs on the market.

Features:

• 12.3-megapixel
• 3x Zoom AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens included
• Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200 for excellent low light images
• Onboard image touchup editing
• Up to 720p movie resolution

$700.99 Best Price at Amazon.com

Perfect International Traveling Companion.

The Amazon Kindle e-reader is one of the hottest items for 2009-2010 and new for 2010 is the amazing Kindle DX Global Wireless. This new version of the DX allows its user to access content globally via 3g network across 100 countries including most of Europe.  The great thing about this feature is that it is free with  no additional costs in terms of monthly wireless bills .  Of course the Global Access Kindle comes with all the other great features that make the regular Kindle DX so great. These features include:

• Slim design allowing for great portability
• Large paper like easy to read 9.7″ display screen
• Fast Ebook access in under 1 minute
• Access to ebooks in multiple formats.
• Basic Internet browser
• Full QWERTY keyboard
• Superior long battery life for those long plane trips

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In conclusion, the Kindle DX with Global 3G access is the perfect E-Reader for the world traveler or business person.  Weather in the US or abroad, users will have access to on demand content right at their fingertips and with the Kindle’s 4GB internal storage you can read great great content even on airplanes or locations without 3G access.  In short, the Kindle DX Global is the perfect must have for the international traveler! Click Here to Learn More About the Global Kindle DX

Samsung 810

The Samsung 810 Finesse brings the high end touch screen smart phone concept to the low cost Unlimited Straight talk plan. This indeed is great news for those who are looking for a great high end touch phone but don’t want to pay the high price associated to traditional contract plans. View the 810 at Straight Talk

The Samsung 810 features the wildly popular touch screen interface at 3g speeds. Like the latest touch screen phones, the 810 has a full HTML browser which allows computer like browsing functionality.  Another handy feature is the expandable microSD card slot which accepts up to 16 gig micro cards. This is an awesome feature since allows for unlimited expandability by using multiple sd cards. Other cool features include a 2 mega pixel camera with video recording capabilities. Yet another cool thing that makes this an excellent all around phone is the built in MP3 player. So with the 810 you can have an all around device that allows you to take advantage of Straight Talk, one of the best wireless plans on the market.

With  Straight Talk you can take advantage of the  1000 minute/1000 text/30 mb data at low price of $30.  If unlimited calling is what you seek, the Unlimited Straight Talk plan is a great value for the low price of $45. With the Samsung 810 you can take full advantage of these great plans without having to sacrifice great device features. View the Samsung Finesse at Straight Talk