How to buy a laptop
Windows, Mac, or Chromebook? How much memory? What really matters, and what you can skip.
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How to buy a smartphone
iPhone or Android, picking a plan, screen size, and the features that make phones easier to use.
Read the phone guideTablets & smart home basics
Choosing a tablet, plus what smart speakers, doorbells, and plugs do, and what to watch out for.
Read the tablet guideAbout prices: these guides don't list prices on purpose. Prices change every week, so check current prices at two or three stores before you buy.
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