Upgrade Insanity: When Having Too Many Choices Is a Bad Thing

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Having choices is good, right? But what about having too many choices? And what if you make the wrong choice--and end up stuck with it for two years? Or you choose wisely, but an even better option comes along soon after you've made a commitment? That's what's happening right now with the smartphone market, says PCWorld mobile expert Ginny Mies. Read her "Upgrade Insanity" article for her informed opinion on the subject, and don't miss the lively discussion in the Comments. --Kim Saccio-Kent, Newsletter Editor Top Stories Upgrade Insanity: Why There Are Too Many Smartphones--and How That Hurts Consumers You pay $200 for what you think is the best smartphone available; then a few months later the same manufacturer releases a similar phone with much better specs. There has to be a better way. 15 Cool New Pieces of Gear for Your Smartphone or Tablet These enhancements include exotic skins, clever devices for transferring files, great ways to game with your phone or tablet, and more. 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