Consumers get another boost with this new alliance from Yowza and home furnishings retailer Crate and Barrel. Starting today, the free downloadable Yowza app available at the iTunes app store can get free coupons on their iPhone or iPod Touch which are redeemable at all Crate & Barrel and CB2 stores in the US. Special price-offs and discounts will be available at select items which should take the pain out of having to locate and clip or print coupons to get some good deals coming your way. This should be timely as the Holiday season comes near and at a time where Christmas shopping is expected to take a feverish pitch!

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For the people requiring larger capacity storage devices, OCZ Technology unveils the Colossus 3.5” SSD Series which should come in handy for enterprise users and high-end users. They are available for capacities up to 1 terabyte and aim to deliver the same quality capacity and performance that most compact storage solutions provide today. It also features RAID 0 architecture and excels in small file processes like emails, browsing and file transfers. They are available in various capacities (128GB, 256GB and 512GB) as well to provide consumers options on which storage capacity suits them well in a 3.5” shell.

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As consumers continue to tighten their belts and look for better ways of cost-friendly shopping, ShopRite has reached out to the modern consumer by unveiling the ShopRite iPhone app. With the new app, shoppers can now browse online weekly sales info and add items directly to their shopping list stored on their iPhone. The app is now available for free download at the iTunes app store.

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For the people who are using chargers for their phones, you can bet that a large number of them are using second class or replacement chargers rather than the genuine Nokia chargers. And while this does become a cost-friendly alternative, safety and quality are bound to be up for criticism. Nokia takes the initiative to offer a charger exchange program to protect consumers by providing them free authentic charger replacements.

Some of the hazards include exposure of the chargers which could cause problems such as electric shocks. However the exchange is limited to a certain scope of models (AC-3E, AC-3U and AC-4U). If you want to learn more about the program, you can check it out here.

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Following the release of Photoshop.com for the iPhone, Adobe has now announced the debut of the Android version. Photoshop.com for Android now allows on the go consumers easy image editing options and tools, color adjustments and photo sharing capabilities, something that has been growing for the past months. The Photoshop.com Mobile also allows users to browse photos online or via their mobile phone with the application. The Photoshop.com Mobile for Android is free for download at the Android Market.

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MetroPCS and Samsung Electronics officially launched the Samsung Code (SCH-i220) today, providing consumers another potential smartphone that comes equipped with a full HTML web browser, QWERTY keyboard and a 2.0 megapixel camera. Running on the Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system, mobile addicts now have an alternative to address their mobile needs for personal and business intent. The Samsung Code comes with a $50 rate plan when purchased from MetroPCS which includes unlimited talk, text and data, advanced Web browsing, e-mail and other multimedia functions.

Image Credits: eCoustics

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Otterbox has now unveiled customized cases for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS with the Commuter Series and the Commuter TL Series. These new casings add strength and style to these iPhones, something consumers are sure to be looking for. If you have been following the posts here at MW regarding Otterbox releases, they had released something similar last month for the Blackberry smartphones. As before, these new Otterbox Commuter Series Casings aim to provide optimum protection and style through its hard plastic outer casing and inner protective silicone highlights.

Both Commuter and Commuter TL Series cases come with a microfiber cleaning cloth and installation card for easy application of the self-adhering screen. The Otterbox Commuter and Commuter TL Series retails for $34.95 and are available at the Otterbox website.

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Kempler & Strauss unveils an ultra-thin, credit card sized USB flash drive that business and personal consumers will find handy to have along for their storage solution needs and place it in their wallet as they would for a standard credit card. They are available in 2G and 4G capacities and come in a variety of colors. They are compatible with MAC, PC and Linux and provide support for USGB 2.0 and 1.1. It weighs only 9 grams.

The 4G card retails for $24.99. No information was shared on the 2G card but expect it to be a bit cheaper than the 4G card.

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Here is something handy for the people who need all the help they can get with their shopping. Fret not when you shop with gift cards made possible by Tango Card. The company has launched a free Tango Card application for the iPhone where consumers can capture and store all their key gift cards and make use of them the next time they shop. With these gift cards, shoppers can get saving on their next trip, a dire need that many look for in today’s hard times.

The Tango Card app is available at the iTunes store and can be downloaded for free.

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People who have an iPhone or iPod Touch and love to check out the various parts of the world can get some help with this new app called Tripology. Tripology is actually an online travel referral service which connects consumers with travel specialists for aid in their travel needs. With over 13,000 Tripologists available to suggest and aid you in your travel itinerary, this app should be the a traveler’s best friend when it comes to accessing potential places that they can go to.

The Tripology app for the iPhone is now available for free download at the iTunes App store.

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The opportunity to save on buying a new mobile device such as a Blackberry may be somewhat stalled at times. And one main reason seen for this is the price for getting a new one. But if the tweets made by T-Mobile is accurate enough, you may just get a big break. Apparently there are reports that T-Mobile will be giving consumers up to a $50 off if they trade-in their old “working” phones and get a brand new Blackberry Curve.

There seems to be some confusion on what actual phones are included in this promotion. In fact, it seems that the promotion only offers a Blackberry Curve 8520. That was until T-Mobile posted a lot of current curve models tied up with it. But one thing is for sure, you will get a $50 off. So if you are aching to get a new Blackberry, here is your chance so I suggest you grab it!

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Hewlett Packard has unveiled two thin full-performance notebooks in the market which should add to the everyday mobility and computing needs of consumers today. HP presents the HP ProBook 5310m and HP Pavilion dm3, both slim and stylish which should capture the eye of techie geeks looking for new laptops available in the market.

The HP ProBook 5310m boasts of a 0.9” thin frame which weighs only 3.7 lbs. It comes with a 13.3” diagonal LED HD display and a standard voltage processor for maximum productivity. It comes in two optional processors, an Intel Celeron dual core ($699) and an Intel Core 2 Duo processor ($899) with a battery that can last up to 7 hours of use.

The HP Pavilion dm3 offers a choice between AMD ($549) and Intel ($649) processors and features a 13.3” diagonal LED HD display and a battery that can last up to 10 hours.

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As most of us age, the outlook for most is what we have by the time we reach the retirement age. And while some may have savings, making sure that they are sufficient is something that deserves some looking into. But now you don’t have to do all that pencil pushing and computations separately. There is an app for the iPhone made especially for that and it is called the NestEgg Retirement App for iPhones.

As you would guess, this is a retirement calculator that allows consumers to make projections and goals. This has a lot to do with annual savings and expenses, something critical during these hard times. Considering the times, this would be a wise app to have especially if you are reaching your peak years. The app is totally free for download at the iTunes App Store so I would suggest that aging individual grab a copy now!

Image Courtesy: BNR Innovations LLC

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You can forget about seeing how Nokia fares in this year’s Mobile World Congress. The telecom giant has announced that Nokia will not take part this year, apparently tightening their belt in the midst of this financial crisis the world economy is in. Actually if you think about it, Nokia may not need to be there at all considering the popularity that they have among the leaders in the telecoms industry.

And while most consumers are sure to be disappointed, other companies like Samsung, LG Electronics and Sony Ericsson are apparently pleased of this development. Why? Well for one, they have lesser worries on competing for attention for their current mobile lineup, something that Nokia has been hogging through the years. If you want to sum it all up for Nokia’s adversaries, the time to shine is now!

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Here is a new iPhone app for the fashionistas today who don’t want to miss a beat. As most companies have turned to the use of apps to boost their awareness and marketing efforts, the latest brand company to do so is JCPenney. With the app, consumers can now get the latest specials and sale on selected shopping favorites like apparels and home furnishings right at the palm of their hands.

The JCPenney Weekly Deals iPhone app is free to download and is already at the iTunes App Store.

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Sandisk, known as the global leader in flash memory card market, introduces a new MP3 player with the Sansa Clip+ MP3 player. The new device comes with a microSD memory card slots to provide consumers a vast array of music files to listen to based on their tune preference. This option allows them to listen to over a thousand MP3 files when and where they want to.

The Sansa Clip+ MP3 player will come in different storage capacities:

• 2GB -500 songs ($39.99)
• 4GB – 1,000 songs ($49.99)
• 8GB – 2,000 songs ($69.99)

The Sansa Clip+ MP3 player is now available over at Bestbuy.com and Sandisk.com. It will also be available at other retail store starting September 13.

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If there is a Cash for Clunkers program, then surely there will be one made for the iPhone. And on that note, CashforiPhones.com is offering a practically similar deal, offering cash of up to $300 for used 2G or 3G iPhones which are in good condition or not.

Yes you heard it right. They are also buying broken iPhones for the same amount, a deal that other companies are surely going to find difficult equaling. The amount gotten from this exchange would be great for consumers in buying a new iPhone 3GS in the market.

Unlike other companies, CashforiPhones provides the pre-paid, insured shipping box and packing materials. Once the seller receives a quote at www.CashforiPhones.com, he or she can receive a check or even an instant Paypal deposit.

What happens to the traded-in phones? CashforiPhones refurbishes them and recycles them. They erase the existing memory (if it is working) and then refurbished for re-sale to wholesale recyclers.

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As far as waterproofing gadgets is concerned, we have seen a lot of them cater to digital cameras or camcorders. But now it seems that mobile phones will get their share of waterproof bags as Sanwa unveils the Waterproof Bag made especially for iPhones or the iPod Touch.

Whether it is on purpose or not, keeping your iPhone safe from water is very important. We all know the impact of water getting into gadgets and the damage that they can do. But consumers have their own way of wanting to do the impossible with their gadgets, a reason as to maybe why Sanwa thought of this Waterproof Bag.

The Sanwa Waterproof bag for iPhones or the iPod Touch is available at the Sanwa website for 3,280 yen or about $34.

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China has been a known alternative destination when it comes to getting mobile phones in the market and apparently this new site will be something to check out. With the launch of ILoveChinaShopping.com, consumers who are looking for quality yet affordable mobile phones can do so at the best possible price in the market today.

ILoveChinaShopping.com is an online wholesale site for mobile phones which is certain to have the mobile phone of your preferences. Catering to the popular brands of today, if you want a sweet deal on a reliable mobile phone, this is the place to be. They cater to both personal and commercial customers.

So if you want to get some savings and good deals on any mobile phone, check them out. People can make single unit purchases as sample products but the real price discounts can be experienced when they start buying in bulk, a familiar practice that retailers give to their customers for large orders.

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Hallmark became popular for its greeting cards, much of which are still in use but have slowly gone passé. While we see a lot of their competitors turn to something similar, like e-cards and the like, Hallmark has adapted a new kind of technology in sending greetings to loved ones and friends. The new transition is the Hallmark Mobile Greeting Service which launched a couple of days ago.

For starters, the Hallmark Mobile Greetings will be made available to a handful of mobile phones in the market. But just like most apps, expect them to cater to most of the smartphones which can be sent from one mobile network to another.

The Hallmark Mobile Greetings can be downloaded to a cellphone for free from their site. Users can then send greetings to other mobile phones. In addition, consumers also can send greetings directly from mobile.hallmark.com for delivery to a mobile device.

Each Hallmark Mobile Greeting costs 99 cents. Fees are billed as part of monthly service-provider charges and the sender is only charged if the recipient opens the mobile greeting.

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