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Electronics and Gadgets in New York

Electronics and Gadgets in New York

Shopping for electronics and gadgets in New York is fun. There are several shops that are worth visiting. Whether you are interested in the latest products, photography or simply want to browse around, you can visit one of New York’s electronics stores. Aside from what the stores have to offer, visiting a store is often an experience in itself.

Apple Store

If you want to buy an iPhone, iPad, iPod, or any other Apple product, go to an Apple Store. You’ll be buying genuine products with a warranty. Plus, if you go shopping at Apple Store on Fifth Avenue or Grand Central Station you can admire the wonderful design of the shop itself.

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B&H Photo, Video, Pro Audio

B&H Photo is a dream come true for any photographer and photography enthusiast. They have a wide selection of cameras, lenses, and accessories with good prices and very helpful staff. You will also find computers, audio, and video devices, phones, tablets, and other electronics but their speciality is photography equipment. Note that they are closed on Fridays from 14:00 and on Saturdays in observance of the Jewish Sabbath.

You can receive a free gift with an in-store purchase of $50 or more. Just show this code E209744 and your receipt at the tourism desk by the exit.

Electronics and Gadgets in New York - B&H Electronics and Gadgets in New York - BestBuy

BestBuy

Best Buy is one of the United States largest retailers and a competitor of Amazon. Best Buy focuses on physical retail stores and Amazon operates, mainly, online. In New York, Best Buy has several stores where you can shop for computers, TVs, cameras, and mobile phones but also dishwashers and coffee makers. This is one of the few places where you can buy pre-paid phones and sim cards.

Eric’s Tip: “Please keep in mind that customs allowance goes to a maximum amount of CA$800 for tax-free goods that you can bring with you from outside Canada.”

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