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Should You Buy the iPhone?
Despite its daunting price of $499 for a 4GB model and $599 for an 8GB model, the iPhone is expected to capture about 6% of the market upon its release - equal to the market share the RAZR held at the peak of its popularity, according to a study by market research firm Markitecture. Are you thinking of plunking down $499 or more on June 29? Here's how to decide if it's worth it.
Insurer Tattles on Kids Who Speed
Safeco Insurance
(SAF) unveils a teen driving package Tuesday that notifies parents when their young driver speeds, breaks curfew or drives outside of an agreed-upon area. Parents can also use the Internet and global-positioning satellites to find their car at any moment. "Teensurance," available in all 44 states where Safeco provides auto insurance, is the first time that a major national insurance company has combined multiple safety programs in a single package designed to prevent teen deaths. The Seattle-based company has 4.3 million customers, according to its website.
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Banking: Passwords + Pictures = Security?
It's getting harder for crooks -- and for you -- to access your financial accounts. One safeguard: asking you to identify an image and phrase before logging in.
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