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6/29/2010
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Be Careful What You SHOP For
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In the previous 2020&U blog entry lens and technology editor, Andy Karp, addressed the phenomenon of purchasing prescription eyewear online. And it is quite the phenomenon—just Google the words “buy eyewear” and you’ll ...
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6/7/2010
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For Online Rxs, Caveat Emptor
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Back in eighth grade, my English teacher introduced us to foreign words and phrases that are part of our lexicon. In one of our first lessons, we learned the Latin expression, caveat emptor—let the buyer beware.
This ancient admonition comes to mind as I think about the growing number of consumers who are purchasing prescription eyewear online. These eyeglass wearers are seeking out “e-tailers” off ...
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5/5/2010
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A Case for Frame Quality
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20/20 has received this letter regarding the quality of frames and cases and is publishing it with permission from its author. We encourage comments from our readers.
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4/20/2010
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Springing into Sunwear
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I love the spring… and I especially love it when we get unseasonably warm temperatures here in the Northeast. For me the spring reminds me a bit of being a kid again because I get to go out and play.
The spring and the impending summer months mean I get to do a lot more outdoor activities like play tennis and go for a bike ride along the water. It means I get to go the Stadium and watch my beloved Yankees play. ...
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3/4/2010
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Retail is NOT a Dirty Word
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In what seems a generation ago George Carlin mentioned seven dirty words that were considered inappropriate for broadcast on public television. For some the word “retail” is considered tarnished, dishonest, shady or otherwise dirty. I beg to differ.
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2/9/2010
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Shelf Life
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20/20 is, and has always been, a trade publication, but as of late we have decided to bend that classification a bit. We know eyewear has become quite the rage and we want to share it.
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1/21/2010
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Not Just another BIG BOX
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I met up with a friend recently for dinner and over the course of the evening, he, like friends often do, began talking about some frustrations he was having at his job.
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