Week of April 9 - 14

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QUESTION

My husband's best friend recently suffered a massive stroke. We thank God he survived and was able to go home. He lives in a remote area and his wife still has to work, so attending rehab will be a challenge. My husband thinks a tablet could be used for therapy. Are there any applications that could be downloaded? Could you tell us how to find apps that help with rehab? Thanks very much.
-Linda from Fairport, NY, listens to my weekly radio show on WHAM 1180 AM.

ANSWER

A tablet does make a good therapy tool in some areas. There are some apps that could help the recovery process. For example, brain-training apps such as Brain Genius Deluxe can help with concentration and mental stimulation. For stroke patients, however, doctors are using another gadget. Rehabilitation facilities across the country are using the Nintendo Wii as a fun form of physical therapy. It even has a great name - "Wii-hab."

Surprised? Read on to find out how why "Wii-hab" is all the rage in physical therapy. >>

QUESTION

Dear Kim. I am thinking about buying some of the e-books you sell in your store and I'm wondering why you don't sell print books as well. Thanks for all you do!
-Marilyn from Columbus, OH, listens to my national radio show on WTVN 610 AM.

ANSWER

There are a number of reasons I sell e-books and not printed books. Of course, they're "green." But they're also more convenient for everyone involved in the process. They're easier to buy, receive and read. They have more features. And they save you money! You can download the e-book instantly, so you can start learning right away. There's no waiting for a print book to arrive in the mail.

If that doesn't sell you right away, read on for more reasons I offer e-books instead of traditional books. >>

QUESTION

I need advice on purchasing a projector. I use Keynote on my MacBook Pro and I'd like my presentations to have a resolution of 1024 x 768. Price is not a concern, but getting the best projector for my money is. Could you help me out?
-Michael from Lafayette, LA, listens to my show with his Kim's Club membership.

ANSWER

People ask me about projectors all the time. They're a must for business presentations, and having your own allows you to make sure your presentation looks its best. Quality projectors used to cost a bundle. However, display technology is improving every day, which is bringing down prices. I found several machines that fit your needs for under $700.

Of course, that's still a decent amount of money. Read on to find out what features you need so you buy the right projector the first time. >>

QUESTION

I'm currently shopping for a smartphone. I've seen some deep discounts on websites like Amazon Wireless. It's offering smartphones for as little as a penny, where the service provider wants $200. It seems too good to be true. What's the catch?
-Steve of San Antonio, TX, listens to my national radio show on WOAI 1200 AM.

ANSWER

Great question, Steve. It's wise of you to be cautious about "unbelievable" deals before you know all of the details. Carriers, such as AT&T and Verizon, offer you steep discounts on their phones because they know they make the money back with your service plan payments. How can Amazon Wireless offer even better deals than the service provider, though? I dug into Amazon's FAQ and policies to see whether there is any fine print you should know about.

Are these prices too good to be true? Are you falling into a trap? Read on as I break it down. >>

QUESTION

I am looking for a creative way to pay for my flight training. I am considering starting a website with a video blog of my experiences and using advertisements. Do you know of any webcams and software specifically for video blogging? Also, what would be a reasonable amount of money to expect from advertising?
-Brad from Pinson, AL, listens to my weekly radio show on WAPI 100.5 FM.

ANSWER

What a creative way to earn extra cash! We've all heard stories of bloggers making big bucks. Some of the most successful blogs reportedly bring in more than a $1 million a year. You probably won't see checks anywhere near that amount, of course. In fact, I wouldn't expect it to fully cover your pilot's license for quite a while. Still, every extra bit helps.

Read on to find good video blogging software and more tips on blogging for cash. >>

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Think before you post that photo!

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