Looking back over the past few years, the electronic products we use, such as smartphones, computers, and tablets, have been constantly evolving with new functions and new models hitting the market one after another. This has left us poor consumers with eyes sparkling again and again, and wallets getting thinner and thinner.
Take smartphones, for example. A few years ago, large screens were all the rage, and then in the past couple of years, foldable screens became the new trend.
The same goes for computers. From the thick and heavy laptops of the past to the ultra-thin models of today, and then to the gaming laptops, the changes have been remarkable. Every time I visit the computer market, I feel like a country bumpkin. Seeing those shiny new models makes my heart itch with desire. But when I touch my wallet, I sigh and think, “Maybe next time.”
As for tablets, it’s even worse. In the past, just having an iPad made people quite happy. But now, it’s not enough. You need the Pro version, a stylus, and preferably a keyboard. Otherwise, you’d feel embarrassed to even greet someone in a café.
So, in this era where electronic products are constantly emerging, we need to do some subtraction. We shouldn’t let advertisements blind us and empty our wallets. Below, let me share with you some electronic products that you might want to avoid purchasing:
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Digital CamerasOnce cameras get associated with “fashion,” their prices soar. A device that costs three to five thousand dollars is no small amount for us. It could easily wipe out a month’s salary.Back in the day, if you had a digital camera in your hand, you were the envy of everyone. When you first got your camera, you were extremely excited. You took photos everywhere, feeling like a master photographer. You took a bunch of pictures and felt great about yourself.But as time went by and the novelty wore off, the camera started to gather dust. You basically haven’t taken it out again.Why is that? Well, it’s a classic case of “three-minute enthusiasm.” At first, it was new and exciting, but then you realized that you didn’t actually enjoy photography that much, or you didn’t have the time and energy to study it.Moreover, with smartphone cameras becoming more and more powerful these days, who would want to carry around a bulky camera all day unless it’s for work?
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GimbalsShort videos are incredibly popular now. Everyone wants to get in front of the camera, catch some attention, and become the next internet celebrity. As a result, people are investing a lot of money in lighting and equipment.Gimbals, in particular, are a must-have. Think about it: The last thing you want when shooting a video is a shaky, dizzying画面, which can ruin the quality of the video.With a gimbal, you look super professional. But here’s the problem: You thought that buying a gimbal would make it easy to produce great videos. But in reality, there’s still a lot of work to be done after shooting—editing, color grading, and post-production. These tasks are much more complicated than just pressing a shutter button.Some people just want to join the trend, but when they think about planning scripts and writing captions, they get overwhelmed.Even if it’s not that expensive, it’s still a few hundred dollars. Gimbals are great, but they’re not suitable for everyone. And if you want to make videos, you need the passion and persistence to see it through.
So, when it comes to shopping, we need to be rational. After all, electronic products are updated quickly, but our wallets can’t keep up with that pace. Sometimes, simplicity is the best way to go!
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