Nope, it doesn't change my plans much. A bit more cautious, but I'm naturally that way. I'll still pick up the tools and devices I need to get things done.
I'm on target to pick up a new laptop for my wife and a netbook for myself yet this fall. A new smartphone for both of us in Q1/Q2 of 2009. Don't know exactly when because it's dependent on T-Mobile having decent options now that 3G is rolled out in Minneapolis.
The other reason it doesn't change my plans is because I simply save until I have the money to throw down on whatever it is I'm buying - I don't buy anything on credit if I can help it. Except cars & the house
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Rick