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9 awesome uses for obsolete tech
Got a closet stuffed with outdated tech junk? Here are some good and some goofy ideas for DIY projects.
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If you study hidden fees and price distortions for a living, Valentine's Day is your Super Bowl. Last-minute shoppers are particularly vulnerable this year, so be sure you know how to navigate the thorny world of online florists.
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9 awesome uses for dead tech products
You probably have an attic, closet or garage stuffed with unused, outdated tech junk. Wouldn't you like to do something useful with them? These are some good and some goofy ideas for DIY projects.
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Weeding through online flower sites
If you study hidden fees and price distortions for a living, Valentine's Day is your Super Bowl. Can you name another industry where the true price of an item is routinely more than double the advertised price? Gadgets were supposed to make our lives easier and save us time. Instead, we are more stressed and have less time than ever. What is the cause of this epic failure?
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Healthy baby campaign uses text messages
Expectant mothers are getting a new tool to help keep themselves and their babies healthy: pregnancy tips sent directly to their cell phones.
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Papa's got a brand new bag
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Cosmic Log: Start your X Prize engines
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