So I’m in the market for two or three electronic things now:
* a multi-function printer to replace my current printer and scanner
* a flat screen TV (40-42″ LCD) to replace a 37″ tube in the bedroom
You’d think that with CompUSA (my one-time employer) and Tweeter closing most of their stores in my area that I’d be able to get a great deal. But, at best, I found only overpriced stuff offered at a non-internet beating 10% off. In fact, the only thing at Tweeter that looked interesting was their comfy chairs. But, despite the “NOTHING HELD BACK” sign on the front door the chairs were not for sale. Plus, we were told, the employees already have “dibs” on them.
I’ll put forth the argument that with eBay, Craig’s List, Froogle, and the like that there really aren’t any great deals anymore. It’s easy to find the going rate for an item and just as easy to sell it for that rate. Why give me a $200 discount on a $1200 TV when the store can stick it on eBay, ship it back to their online warehouse, or sell in bulk to a reseller who will fence it online?
So I continue to scour dealmac.com for TVs and printers, but $10 says I’ll just buy everything from Costco.