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October 2011

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Trade In Your Old Electronics

People have been rushing to get their hands on the newly-released Apple iPhone 4S. As new gadgets come out, so do new expenses. If you have old technology you no longer use, why not turn it into some cash or credit to get the newest items? At Abt Electronics you can trade in your usable electronics for extra cash or credit towards something new in the store. Check it out at our…

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Sony Bravia TV Recall

Sony has announced that a line of their BRAVIA TVs have been causing complications for customers.  The units are heating up aggressively which can potentially lead to the TV burning out, and creating damage to the exterior of the TV or any cabinetry they are rested in.  Sony released the following statement: It has come to our attention through reports in Japan that in rare cases a particular component incorporated in certain…

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Steve Jobs: 1955-2011

Image courtesy of Apple Steven P. Jobs, co-founder of Apple, passed away yesterday, October 5th, 2011. Considered to many to be a true visionary, he redesigned the way we look at computers, portable music devices, cellular phones and even technology as a whole.  There’s always something better to make, always something to improve on, and always something to spark your imagination. Steve Jobs leaves behind a legacy that the world has been…

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Abt Electronics in TWICE Magazine

Abt was recently mentioned in the TWICE (This Week in Consumer Electronics) magazine and website about our positive effect in consumer electronics. TWICE goes on to say, “Abt Electronics has blossomed into a 360,000-square-foot shopping mecca and warehouse that is beloved and admired by vendors, fellow merchants and generations of loyal Chicagoans alike.” We appreciate the recognition and kind words from the folks at TWICE and we will continue to provide our…

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Custom Mercedes at Abt Electronics

Visit Abt this weekend to see a custom designed Mercedes in our Atrium. The Mercedes was loaded up with high-end audio equipment from our mobile audio department. It has the following: • Kenwood Audio for a smooth crisp sound • Stinger wiring and power for a flawless foundation • Hushmat to quiet road noise and improve acoustics • Audison Bit Ten for uncompromised audio control • K40 radar and laser protection for…

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