Great back to school computer deal

It is back to school time. For all of those looking fo a scraming deal on a laptop for their students, check out the following, 

Acer TimelineU M5-481T-6670 14-Inch Ultrabook

Amazon, has  a good price but if you want to shop around, here are the prices effective 08/16/2012,

Though not a Costco deal, this computer is a great value.   Amazon looks like the best choice in this case.

Back it up!

Did you know there was a World Back Up Day, check out these stats,

I know that I back up every day, do you?

Olde to Costco

I many I have extolled the virtues of Costco. For those that haven't heard, here are three reasons why Costco is great,

1) Customer Service. Costco has the best customer service that I have ever experienced. From no questions asked returns to help to your car, Costco is great.  Costco Returns

2) Excellent employment benefits. Costco is a fair and equitable employer. 90 % + employees have health insurance. They pay wages typically 30% more than the industry. Costco Benefits

3) Value. The products and services Costco provides are a mix of great brands and house brands that provide a excellent value. Costco does not have every product, but it has ones that make sense for their margins and their customers needs. Costco Sales Model

Are consumers bad at math?

I found this interesting article about consumers and pricing.   It is an excellent time to take note of these errors and biases, especially with back to school purchasing coming up.   Read through the article,  I know that I have been guilt of at least three of these.  

The 11 Ways That Consumers Are Hopeless at Math

Unlimited Mobile Phone and Data for $19.95 a month no contract?

Check out Republic Wireless, it looks pretty interesting.   

Republic Wireless

If it works, what a deal.   There is only one phone available, but it seems decent, 

Motorola Defy XT