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THIS WEEK: PHONES AND CAMERAS: AFTER THE BUY, ACCESSORIZE
By Matthew Sweer (February 26, 2004)
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New and shiny are not, apparently, enough: close to half of CNET users plan
to augment their gear with accessories and add-ons. And among those looking
to add on, cameras and cell phones are the top choices for accessorizing.
More specifically, of the 43 percent of survey respondents who say they're
going to buy accessories and add-ons for their electronic wares, 53 percent want
to add to a camera, 40 percent to a cell phone. For cameras, they want
products that make their digital photography sessions last longer: 36
percent want more memory to store more photos, while another 18 percent
want an extra battery for longer photo shoots. Cell phone accessorizers
want to make their handsets easier to use in the car: 19 percent say they
want a car charger, 14 percent a hands-free car adapter.
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Each month, we take the pulse of our most tech-passionate readers, then we create Personal Tech Radar (PTR), a 360-degree snapshot that provides up-to-the minute insight into real-life product interests and buying motivations. Track the trends. Learn about hot must-haves. Tell us what's on your radar. And be sure to check back regularly for new PTR info.
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October 31, 2003 -- Gender Differences Influence Consumer Electronics Purchasing, Finds CNET Study
October 1, 2003 -- CNET Announces "Personal Tech Radar," Capturing Insights and Trends on Digital Electronics Buying Preferences
December 18, 2003 -- Gifts for all--or just for kids? (Chicago Tribune) (free registration required)
November 24, 2003 -- Got gadgets? Gift ideas for the already well-equipped (SFGate.com)
October 31, 2003 -- Mars-Venus split in product survey (SFGate.com)
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