Here are just a few apps that make shopping and finding the best deal easier.
PRICE COMPARISON AND SALE APPS
Decide.com
Wonder if you should buy now or wait on tech gadgets or video games? Get the best deals on consumer electronics by knowing WHEN TO BUY that next gadget or video game. App also gives technical specs on products.
Savvy
Built-in personal receipt manager and wish list, you capture photos of products you want, set the price you want it for, and easily purchase those items when products hit the ideal price.
SaleLocator
SaleLocator shows you what's on sale now in local stores. Browse sales items by category, instead of one long list. Save individual items to your shopping list.
SHOPPING "PERK" APP
Shopkick
App gives you rewards (aka “kicks”) when yo walk into stores--including Target, Best Buy, Old Navy, Macy’s, Toys“R”Us, American Eagle, Sports Authority and many more. You can turn your kicks into iTunes gift cards, store gift cards, Facebook credits, restaurant vouchers, gas cards or movie tickets.
STORE APPS
Many stores offer apps, here are a few I like.
Target
Browse and purchase your favorite items right on your phone. Create and organize your shopping list, get special offers, check prices and more. Also find specific Target stores that have the item you want in stock.
Best Buy
Product scanner lets you quickly find your favorite products, read reviews and check in-store availability. Purchase from your phone and have your product delivered to your home, or pick it up today at your local store. Check the Best Buy trade-in value of your Wii, Xbox, Sony and other video games.
Amazon Mobile
Scan a barcode, snap a photo, or type a search, to quickly compare prices and check availability.
Price Check by Amazon
Search for Amazon products quickly using barcode, picture, voice, and text search, and access product descriptions and customer reviews. Price sharing feature helps keep Amazon prices competitive.
SHIPPING TRACKER
Slice
Track your shipments automatically. Works with Gmail and Yahoo!