Ever since the Carphone Warehouse started giving away free laptops with their home broadband (back in the days when companies were worried that consumers would never switch from dial-up internet access) companies have used free computers to entice new customers to use their services.
Since those first offers home broadband providers have moved away from this marketing trick.
However, there are now a wealth of broadband deals from mobile broadband providers offering the same thing.
There is much talk that free laptops with mobile broadband are never a good deal. They're certainly not always a good broadband deals and they've never completely completely free but it's a falsehood that they're always bad for three reasons.
First, many people who protest that 'free' laptops are not free at all fail to take into account the cost of a mobile broadband contract. These often cost as much as £5-7 for 1GB of data a month.
By buying mobile broadband in a bundle with a laptop consumers can often make significant savings on these costs overall.
For example, any decent Samsung R530 review would point out that it's actually around £150 cheaper to get the laptop in a mobile broadband deal than to buy the laptop and mobile broadband as separate products.
Second, mobile broadband with free laptop deals allow consumers to spread the cost of a large purchase in a much more effective way than borrowing the money and having to pay it back.
If the alternative to the lump-sum payment of buying a laptop is borrowing a high interest rate then a free laptop deal is a much better idea.
Of course, the ideal would be to do neither and save up the money so a free laptop deal is really more of a halfway house.
The third reason, is exclusive deals. Sometime broadband companies that do free laptop deals get hold of computers that no other company is stocking.
Free laptop deals are therefore sometimes the only way to pick up a laptop which could be the best for deal for the consumer.
The Asus 100HGO netbook is a good recent example of this trend. It's currently only available from Orange.
These examples show that although the free laptop is as elusive as the free lunch it certainly does exist and offers a good deal for many consumers.
Unfortunately, the high costs of many laptop deals - coupled with poor customer support - have given them a bad reputation in the past, one which is not entirely unjustified even to this day.
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Friday, January 21, 2011
Chevi's Warehouse Household DEALS!
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Thursday, January 20, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Coach Handbags at Warehouse Prices
Coach handbags are among the most sought after designer handbags available today. They appeal to a group of women that are both trendy and sophisticated. Although Coach handbags do not cost quite as much as other comparable handbags, this does not mean that their quality is any less impressive.
Coach handbags are created with the finest materials available and Coach stands behind every handbag that they produce. Coach will repair any authentic Coach handbag that has fallen into disrepair for whatever reason. This is a promise that many companies simply cannot compete with as cheaper handbags are not created with the same level of quality or durability.
Among Coach handbag fans you will find it to be a loyal crowd. Most are so impressed with the quality and style of their handbag that many own more than one. Coach sells its handbags through a network of stores around the world at regular retail prices which can be quite high. With their relatively high price and popularity, this had lead many to find alternative locations to purchase authentic coach handbags. Some stores claim to be warehouse or outlet stores but many of these stores sell only fake coach handbags.
One of the best places online to find coach handbags is on eBay. Not only are you protected through eBay's buyer protection programs but you may be able to find some exceptional deals. If you don't mind a gently used handbag, you may even be able to pick one up for less than $100 if you're lucky.
Buying online has become the new norm for many items including Coach handbags. If you purchase online from a respected seller, you can be assured that your purchase is authentic and a fair price. Never pay retail prices again; Coach handbags at warehouse prices are no longer just a dream!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Enjoy Benefits of Climate Controlled Warehouse Space and Approachable Office Space
It is a hard fact that increasing demand for space, both for the office premises and warehouse, has become a major challenge for most businesses in the current times. This scarcity of warehouse space becomes an even bigger issue if the storage spaces used for business are not well suited for storing several kinds of products. Their cleanliness and the uncontrolled effect of the climate also become major concern when your products are sensitive and are prone to damage due to climate. Such issues become a constant reason for worry for many business owners.
Of course, climate controlled storage spaces with fully air conditioned premises are also available, but at very high prices. The high prices and increasing scarcity of such climate controlled storage spaces makes it difficult for many business owners to run their business with the utmost smoothness. Also, the distance of these warehouse spaces from the main office spaces make it much more unmanageable for the new business starters. Taking care of all the aspects of business at the same time becomes difficult in such circumstances. It eventually leads to troubles and reduced productivity, which has its own negative impact on the overall profitability of the business.
It could be better if the warehouse space and the office space, both are located in the same city. For instance, if you have your office space in Irvine and warehouse space in Irvine too, it would be much easier for you to manage your business effectively without having to skip your meetings to take care of storage of products in the warehouse space in Irvine.
For addressing such issues, there are executive suites and warehouse spaces available in Irvine. These office spaces in Irvine and storage space in Irvine are located in the same buildings and approachability related concerns are well taken care of. In addition, these storage space in Irvine are well suited for most products since they are climate controlled, air conditioned and clean. Their affordability also makes them a very attractive choice for the most business owners.
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Of course, climate controlled storage spaces with fully air conditioned premises are also available, but at very high prices. The high prices and increasing scarcity of such climate controlled storage spaces makes it difficult for many business owners to run their business with the utmost smoothness. Also, the distance of these warehouse spaces from the main office spaces make it much more unmanageable for the new business starters. Taking care of all the aspects of business at the same time becomes difficult in such circumstances. It eventually leads to troubles and reduced productivity, which has its own negative impact on the overall profitability of the business.
It could be better if the warehouse space and the office space, both are located in the same city. For instance, if you have your office space in Irvine and warehouse space in Irvine too, it would be much easier for you to manage your business effectively without having to skip your meetings to take care of storage of products in the warehouse space in Irvine.
For addressing such issues, there are executive suites and warehouse spaces available in Irvine. These office spaces in Irvine and storage space in Irvine are located in the same buildings and approachability related concerns are well taken care of. In addition, these storage space in Irvine are well suited for most products since they are climate controlled, air conditioned and clean. Their affordability also makes them a very attractive choice for the most business owners.
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Monday, January 17, 2011
Concrete Slab Cracks - Don't Go Crackers
People believe that cracks in concrete slabs, such as basement floors and driveways, are construction defects. It is wisely written that there are two types of concrete slabs: those that are already cracked and those that going to crack. Armed with this bit of wisdom, you can develop realistic expectations about slab cracks. The following discussion deals primarily with new home construction; however, if you use good judgment, this information applies to slabs found in most homes and light commercial buildings.
Experts will tell you that slabs may not crack if you follow proper procedures. Proper procedures include: preparing and compacting the supporting material under the slab, using the correct concrete mix, delivering the mix promptly to the job site, prompt and professional laying and finishing at the job site, and curing at the correct temperature and moisture. If even one of these procedures is not followed to near perfection, slab cracks can result.
It is reasonable to spend the time and money required to lay concrete by the book in commercial construction (with large budgets). In residential construction, one must balance the cost required to follow proper procedures against the benefit of having crack-free slabs. Because most slab cracks are cosmetic, the cost often exceeds the benefit; thus, it's common and reasonable to see minor cracks in residential slabs.
One usually asks three questions when evaluating cracks in residential concrete slabs:
where is the crack?
how big is the crack, both vertically and horizontally?
how active is the crack?
Answers to these questions will help determine how to deal with the crack.
Crack location is important because different locations have different intended uses. Cracks in areas intended for vinyl, tile, or wood floor coverings might adversely affect the cosmetic and functional performance of these materials. Vinyl can reveal very small cracks. Cracks with vertical displacement can cause cracks in tile and grout and squeaks in wood floors. Cracks that run through stem walls and footings can be more serious than other cracks because cracks in structural components may adversely affect structural integrity.
Size matters when evaluating concrete cracks. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) standard for cracks in interior slabs requires repairing cracks exceeding 3/16 inch wide, or high (vertical displacement). State regulators may have different standards. Smaller cracks may be patched, but this is usually not a good solution because the patch may be more noticeable than the original crack and because the patching material may crack or become dislodged. It is often best to leave hairline cracks alone.
Cracks with vertical displacement in driveways, walkways, and patios can create a trip hazard. Generally accepted rules for these cracks in older construction are less clear. Displacement of 1/4 inch or more can present a trip hazard, but some inspectors will not call out a crack under ½ inch displacement, particularly in older homes. Extra care should be taken if children or those with reduced mobility regularly use concrete slabs with greater than ¼ inch vertical displacement.
Evidence of continuing crack activity is the most difficult question to answer and can have the greatest impact on how best to deal with a crack. Evaluating continuing activity is a matter of judgment and experience. For example, cracks where prior repairs have been attempted can be a sign of continuing activity. It can also be a sign of a poor repair job or the normal aging of the repair material. Crack monitoring devices exist, but they often are not practical on slab cracks and they usually require monitoring over a long period of time.
You should not be concerned about cracks in most residential concrete slabs. Wide cracks and those with vertical displacement should be brought to the attention of a qualified professional for evaluation and recommendation
Shoe Horn
Experts will tell you that slabs may not crack if you follow proper procedures. Proper procedures include: preparing and compacting the supporting material under the slab, using the correct concrete mix, delivering the mix promptly to the job site, prompt and professional laying and finishing at the job site, and curing at the correct temperature and moisture. If even one of these procedures is not followed to near perfection, slab cracks can result.
It is reasonable to spend the time and money required to lay concrete by the book in commercial construction (with large budgets). In residential construction, one must balance the cost required to follow proper procedures against the benefit of having crack-free slabs. Because most slab cracks are cosmetic, the cost often exceeds the benefit; thus, it's common and reasonable to see minor cracks in residential slabs.
One usually asks three questions when evaluating cracks in residential concrete slabs:
where is the crack?
how big is the crack, both vertically and horizontally?
how active is the crack?
Answers to these questions will help determine how to deal with the crack.
Crack location is important because different locations have different intended uses. Cracks in areas intended for vinyl, tile, or wood floor coverings might adversely affect the cosmetic and functional performance of these materials. Vinyl can reveal very small cracks. Cracks with vertical displacement can cause cracks in tile and grout and squeaks in wood floors. Cracks that run through stem walls and footings can be more serious than other cracks because cracks in structural components may adversely affect structural integrity.
Size matters when evaluating concrete cracks. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) standard for cracks in interior slabs requires repairing cracks exceeding 3/16 inch wide, or high (vertical displacement). State regulators may have different standards. Smaller cracks may be patched, but this is usually not a good solution because the patch may be more noticeable than the original crack and because the patching material may crack or become dislodged. It is often best to leave hairline cracks alone.
Cracks with vertical displacement in driveways, walkways, and patios can create a trip hazard. Generally accepted rules for these cracks in older construction are less clear. Displacement of 1/4 inch or more can present a trip hazard, but some inspectors will not call out a crack under ½ inch displacement, particularly in older homes. Extra care should be taken if children or those with reduced mobility regularly use concrete slabs with greater than ¼ inch vertical displacement.
Evidence of continuing crack activity is the most difficult question to answer and can have the greatest impact on how best to deal with a crack. Evaluating continuing activity is a matter of judgment and experience. For example, cracks where prior repairs have been attempted can be a sign of continuing activity. It can also be a sign of a poor repair job or the normal aging of the repair material. Crack monitoring devices exist, but they often are not practical on slab cracks and they usually require monitoring over a long period of time.
You should not be concerned about cracks in most residential concrete slabs. Wide cracks and those with vertical displacement should be brought to the attention of a qualified professional for evaluation and recommendation
Shoe Horn
Sunday, January 16, 2011
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