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Website of the Day: Offers.com
If you're a regular online shopper and you want to make sure you're getting the biggest bang for your buck, Offers.com is sure to save you both time and money. Similar to Retail Me Not, Offers.com aggregates all of the best promos and deals from around the web — organizing coupons and promo codes by category and store.
I not only like the fact that the site makes sure to verify each offer before posting it, but that they also have a travel section, so you can easily search for vacation deals.
Website of the Day: Grechen's Codes
Good economy or bad economy, everyone loves getting a discount, and I can safely say that every purchase I have made in the last few months online has not been without a coupon code.
I usually use Retail Me Not, but I discovered a new coupon site that focuses on women's clothing and accessories, and I'm a little unhealthily obsessed with it: Grechen's Codes.
Who's Grechen?
Website of the Day: PriceGrabber and ShopGreen
Oh, how I love to comparison shop. Of course, I have my iPhone stocked with apps to help me compare prices while on the go, but if I'm planning a purchase ahead of time, I like to check PriceGrabber to get the best deal possible.
But what sets PriceGrabber apart from most shopping websites is its dedicated eco-friendly section called ShopGreen.
Website Alice Shops For All Your Home Essentials For You
I won't bore you with tales of how busy I am these days, because come on — aren't we all?
Everyone around me seems to always be swamped, and rarely has time to shop for stuff that's essentials (not shoes, bags, and clothes. Somehow I always make time for that).
Try On Ray-Bans Virtually With the New Online Mirror
The trendy and hip sunglasses company Ray-Ban is attempting to make the sunglasses shopping experience a bit easier with their new Ray-Ban Virtual Mirror download. Using 3D technology, this cool tool is similar to the IBM Virtual Mirror since it allows you to try on the goods without needing to be in the store. Now there's no guarantee how accurate this new service is, but at least it will let you know if those black Audrey Hepburn glasses are going to look chic or just cover half your face.
Good Idea/Bad Idea: USB Card Swiper For Online Shopping
Online shopping just got a whole lot easier — or more dangerous, depending on your shopping self-control (personally, I identify a little too well with a certain fictional character).
The SmartSwipe USB Card Reader ($87) plugs into your computer's USB port, and from there, when you want to check out at an online store, you swipe your card, just like you'd do at a department store counter.
SmartSwipe's main selling point is in its security — but the fact that you don't have to key in your credit card number makes an online impulse purchase way too easy.
Website of the Day: FatWallet
I'm a super saver. Not only do I check out Retail Me Not before any big purchase, but I also have my eyes peeled for new coupon websites. Ebates, anyone?
Geek Out: Do You Trust Online Reviews?
When buying something online, I almost always gravitate toward websites that provide me with customer reviews, like Amazon, Zappos, Overstock, etc.
It makes me feel just a little bit more secure that I'll like my purchase. But that doesn't mean I don't take each review with a grain of salt, especially since too many reviews can be overwhelming, and now I have another reason to be wary; the gadget accessories giant Belkin has been accused of paying for positive reviews of its products on Amazon.
Website of the Day: Gigoit
Although the site name may be hard to decipher (gi-gO-it), it's not hard to understand its purpose: you don't have to throw the stuff you don't want in the landfill, just give it away instead! Gigoit is a hub for green-minded folks to hold virtual garage sales — except here, everything is free.
Find all kinds of items on Gigoit within your search area that are not only usable, but that will reward your conscience as well.
Geek Tip: Save Serious Cash With Amazon's Gold Box Lightning Deals
Although it may be too late to get free shipping and receive your Amazon goodies by Christmas, it's never too late to save some serious dough on things you crave.
Want a good way to get the most out of your Amazon gift card? Try Amazon's Gold Box Lightning Deals.
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