Back To School Shoppers Buy Big Ticket Electronics
By: Betsey Martin, KARK 4-News
Updated: August 20, 2007
These
days pencils and notebook paper aren't the only items needed to get ready for
school.
The
National Retail Federation says families will spend 13% more on electronics
this year than last. So, it's important
to know you're getting quality items that won't break the bank.
If
your teen carries his or her laptop to school, experts say invest in desk locks
to prevent theft. A
pocket-sized U.S.B. flash drive is another cheaper alternative for storing
information -- and ask for help if you aren't sure which operating system will
work best for your student.
"There's
all kinds of other things that are hot right now. All kinds of music players
and stuff like that-- but mainly it's
laptop computers, smart phones. it's what people are really getting into right
now," CompUSA manager, Chris Johnson said.
Total
back-to-school spending is expected to reach $18.4 billion this year.
