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From the latest Wii games to cell phones, laptops, iPods and flat screen TVs, electronics are the toys that grownups and kids can share.

Is a GPS is on your shopping list? Do you want a camcorder, an update to an older digital camera or a first digital camera for a child? You can find the top brands at the best prices online to help make those buying decisions a bit easier.

Surf around to find the latest gadgets, home data storage and multimedia devices along with the latest in music and DVD's at top sites with the cheapest online prices anywhere, and with great return policies.

As always when buying online, remember that shipping is an extra cost, so figure in the freight before you decide to make that purchase.

You can always trust Internet shopping for no long lines at the checkout - and no fighting for a parking space! So do what we do. Sit down, put your feet up, and relax while you get all of your bargain hunting and shopping done online ...

Crutchfield Electronics - TIME Magazine calls it one of the 50 best sites on the Internet, what with excellent customer service that includes free support and advice for the life of your purchase, buying guides and great prices on home entertainment centers and more.

U-Bid - Now featuring traditional online shopping, although the original cyber-auction is still the way to go here at the premier site for bidding on computers and electronics. If you can stand the suspense there are some fun bargains to be had at this site with equally stellar customer service.

Circuit City - The big, national chain with low prices on consumer electronics including flat screen TV's, iPods, music, videos, home office equipment and more, plus price match guarantees, visitor reviews and those amazing discount Red Dot Specials.

Abt Electronics - Find everything you need in home electronics, computers, small appliances and more at this Chicago-based online retailer with an award-winning customer service department, buying guides, price matching policy and extended repair warranties.

Vanns.com - Find a wealth of info, customer service support and a full inventory of consumer electronics from major manufacturers at this Missoula, Montana retailer.

Costco.com - The consumer savings warehouse cub is online with bargains that will amaze. Check the brands they feature in a Google search for price comparisons and reviews. The merchandise they stick is usually a buy it now proposition. Once the supply is sold you may not find the same product restocked, but if you're in the market for a purchase, what they have is at prices that really can't be beat.

BizRate.com - Compare prices on electronics and see reviews of the products AND the online stores for the best prices around.

Shotbot.com.au - A real comparison engine for electronics shopping in Oz. Excellent selection of products, shops and brands with a range of prices in Australian dollars that will make Aussies and Kiwis ask how you ever bought any electronics before you stopped in here to check the cost.

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Consumer Electronics Buying Guides:

Gizmodo, The Gadget Guide

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CNET Reviews - Flat Screen TV Buying Guide

PC Magazine - Digital Video Camera Buying Guide