If you’re one of those lucky ones who has received their Christmas bonus early, then you’re probably wondering how to best deal with it. Three ways: save it, spend it or use it to mega-impress with Christmas presents. If you do decide to indulge in the latter two, and bearing in mind difficult times, go for presents (for yourself and loved ones) that give the most bang for your buck. Zero percent monthly installment plan promos are good options and Robinsons Appliances has this staggered payment scheme on nearly every appliance you can imagine.
1. LG Scarlet Series 47-inch LCD TV
Elegant, sleek and sexy, this LCD is packed with features such as built-in speakers for crisp sound and a high-definition screen that produces impressive pictures. Its real come-on is a resistance to juddering, those annoying little screen pauses that usually occur in fast-paced, action scenes. (P104,000; available at zero percent interest for 12 months)
2. Samsung Series 6 32-inch LCD TV
Soft curves in a molten black finish highlight this Samsung 32-inch LCD, the latest offer from the Series 6 collection. (P59,990; available at zero percent interest for 12 months)
3. Sony DSC-T77 digital camera
“This is probably the sexiest digital camera in the market,” says Michael Tabaday, marketing services manager of Robinsons Appliances.With a 3-inch screen, touch-screen features, 4x optical zoom and a 10.1 megapixel quality, this camera is a good buy. (P25,999; available at zero percent interest for 12 months)
4. Apple iTouch multimedia player
The first to introduce MP4 players with a multi-touch graphical user interface, this has eye-popping 480-by-320-pixel resolution, easy connectivity to the Internet and built-in speakers. (P25,990 for 32GB; available at zero percent interest for 12 months)
5. Nextbase Portable DVD player SDV185
“Every time we sell something to our customers, we tell them to go for brands that are experts in their category," says Tabaday. Nextbase is the leader in portable DVD players. Super slim and compact, this is best for people on the go. (P19,995; available at zero percent interest for 12 months)
6. Nokia E71 mobile phone
Selected as WIRED magazine’s Best of Test 2008, the E71 QWERTY phone is a businessman’s dream. Reviews all rave about this phone. (P26,390; available at zero percent interest for 12 months)
7. La Germania SL531-30BR gas range
It’s the old school brand with new styles and technologies. Sturdy and sizeable, this oven from the trusted Italian brand makes cooking as easy as turning up a burner switch. (P16,150; available at zero percent interest for six months)
8. GE 10 cu ft refrigerator GMV100BANRSG
Boasting of “tropicalized” features, this GE ref allows for better cooling and more efficient power-saving. (P18,995; available at zero percent interest for three months)
9. Electrolux EWF8556 washing machine
This frontload 5.5 kg capacity washer has a Sensitive Plus Rinse option that offers additional rinses after washing, leaving less detergent, thus reducing the risk of skin irritation. (P28,500)
10. Whirlpool 4PWED5905 dryer
With a 10.5 kg capacity that can accommodate thick comforters, this dryer, though big enough for commercial use, comes in an affordable package. (P28,998; available at zero interest for three months)
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Get a chance to win LG products when you shop at Robinsons Appliances from November 14 to January 18. Every P1,000 purchase entitles you to 1 raffle coupon.