subject: How To Buy A Touch Screen Monitor [print this page] Touch screen monitors are very popular in todays time. Being able to point and press different icons and buttons on your screen with your finger instead of having to use a mouse is a very popular notion. Shopping for a touch screen monitor, however, can be frustrating and intimidating for many. There are many things to consider and keep in mind that it can be a little overwhelming. There are a few great steps to follow that will have you finished shopping and home with your new touch screen monitor in no time.
The first thing to do is determine your budget. There are several different touch screen monitors on the market, and all cost a range of prices. Sitting down and determining exactly how much you are willing to spend will help give you focus as you shop, and keep you from being talked into spending more than you want. Try figuring out an ideal price and a maximum price, so that you can feel comfortable about any price in between when shopping.
The next thing youll want to do before you go shopping is to browse around online or in your local technology stores catalogs to see whats available. HP and Panasonic both offer touch screen monitors, but several other manufacturers do too. Browse around and see what is available, and write down the manufacturer and model number of each monitor that looks appealing to you, and be sure to look at those first when you go shopping. Doing this isnt a waste of time give it a try. This will further help you to hone in on your perfect monitor and keep you on track and focused while you shop.
At the store, try browsing around on your own before you accept help from a sales associate. This will help you by letting you see for yourself what you like and what you dont, as well as check on specifications and price without the influence of someone who is paid based on how much he/she can get you to pay. Once you have your choice narrowed down to a couple of choices, then let the associate know which ones you are debating about, and let him or her help you make a choice between those. Youre much more likely to stay on budget if you do it this way. Sales reps are great at talking up a product that may be less than great quality or way more expensive than you anticipated, so keep your head.
Finally, ask your sales associate if the store or the manufacturer offers insurance, warranty or guarantee on the product you are purchasing. Those products without a warranty often offer an insurance plan to cover your touch screen monitor in case of accident or damage. If they dont offer insurance, they are likely to offer a warranty. It depends a lot on the quality and reputability of the manufacturer or store and the quality of the touch screen monitor itself.
