Shopping for electronics, don’t hesitate to go online
While it’s now possible to buy almost anything online – from food to houses – in Ukraine it’s not that widespread yet, part of the problem being that people just don’t feel like using their credit card online. Besides, it’s still more pleasant to hold a certain item in your hands before buying it, rather than look at a pretty picture online. Still, certain kinds of merchandise are now increasingly popular for online shopping in Ukraine. Most of all, I’m talking about various electronics. When it comes to buying digital cameras, laptops, TVs and mobile phones, it’s much more convenient to just go online, pick a model that suits you best, and then look for the best deal for it, instead of wheeling around town from one supermarket to another. And when it comes to payment, you can just give your cash to the courier who delivers you the order. The problem is there are way too many electronics internet shops out there, and to help you with your online shopping I searched the web to find the store offering the lowest price and the most convenient options.
Abrand.com.ua sells a varied assortment of modern models of portable high-tech devices. They have a wide selection of electronics, computers, software, cell phones, mp3 players, USB flash discs and much more by such brands as ACER, Apple, ASUS DELL, HP Compaq, LG, Panasonic, Rover Book, Samsung, SONY and Toshiba. Besides, there is an Apple Room – a section dedicated to Mackintosh and Apple products, offering you not only iPods, iMac, Apple MacBook, etc., but also all the info about them. On Abrand.com.ua you can place an order three possible ways: by phone, e-mail or ICQ. Naturally, just calling their office will be the most convenient, as you will be able to learn if your desired item is available, and confirm its price and time of delivery in just a few minutes. All prices are specified in hryvnas and dollars and delivery is free.
Rozetka.com.ua online shop offers LCD televisions, DVD players, home audio, mp3 players, photo and video cameras, computer software and much more. Also, Rozetka sells fun USB equipment like USB fans, lamps, ionizer, different manipulators, a cap-heater and even a USB vacuum cleaner, which could be good as a gift or souvenir. The site is easy to navigate, as all the needed information is conveniently displayed, allowing you to compare the prices and characteristics of products, and delivery in Kyiv is free of charge.
Mobitrade.ua sells over 14,000 various kinds electronics, home appliances, computer software, banking equipment, optical instruments and devices, sanitary engineering, built-in home appliances, audio and video, and digital devices. Still, while Mobitrade.ua offers plenty of large home appliances, its selection of mp3 players and flash cards is rather limited. Delivery is free of charge only if your order is worth more than $40. Otherwise you’ll have to pay additional Hr 20.
The assortment of Matrix.ua includes almost everything – from mobile phones and portable electronics to laptops and PDAs, as well as audio, video, and photo devices, home appliances, auto electronics, electro tools, and more. All the items are conveniently sorted by groups and the search system will help you locate the necessary goods quickly. What’s more, at Matrix I found a great selection of computer games and Sony Play station games with joysticks, wheels, a DancePad, Gamepad and other accessories for gamers. Still, when ordering, keep in mind that the couriers don’t provide installation or adjust the electronics they deliver.
Though City.Com is probably the most well-known online store, as it also has a chain of real electronics supermarkets, it also happens to be my first choice for buying electronics online, simply because it allows you to find the right product at the right price in the most efficient way possible. With pricing and detailed information for computers and electronics, and tools to compare prices, product reviews, and technical specifications, City.Com has everything you need to make your purchases: audio, video, and digital devices, computer software, built-in home appliances, laptops, and so on. Moreover, you can buy different types of computer discs at City.com. The site is easy to navigate and it answers customers’ questions well. Delivery in Kyiv is free of charge. You can also go and collect your order yourself at one of the City.com department stores. Besides, City.Com cooperates with more than 63 service centers in Ukraine, including Acer, Fuji, Canon, LG, Sharp, Trium-Mitsubishi, X-Pression, which means you shouldn’t worry about the maintenance of electronics you buy there.
City.Com (www.city.com.ua)
