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Problem Solved

Problem Solved is a weekly consumer column that fixes reader problems. From broken laptop computers to faulty kitchen appliances, nothing is off limits for this feature. Each story brings a fresh problem and solution in an engaging and succinct Q&A format.

Unsatisfied with Target's refusal to exchange a defective camera and poor customer service, the customer vows to boycott the retailer.

My honeymoon photos are ruined — thanks a lot, Target!

January 22, 2024December 19, 2012 by Christopher Elliott

The camera Tristan Caulfield and his wife bought at Target for their honeymoon doesn’t work, but the retailer is giving the couple a runaround in their effort to get it fixed. Is this camera a lost cause?

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He signed up for DirecTV's protection package, including move coverage,upon relocating, unexpected charges contradicted the information.

My “protection plan” didn’t protect my move — now what?

January 22, 2024December 12, 2012 by Christopher Elliott

Nathan Witt is sold a “protection” package with DirecTV that covers moves. Only, it doesn’t. Now he’s being asked to pay a moving fee or cancel his service. What should he do?

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I found some undeveloped movies that were more than 40 years old. They were of my family and I wanted to see if I could get them developed.

A long, long wait to develop my film

January 22, 2024November 21, 2012 by Christopher Elliott

They’ve had Kyleene Smith’s undeveloped film for almost three years. Can they do better?

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