Prices really aren't that much better than what you can get in the US, particularly if you consider important warranty/assurance coverage, compatibility (e.g., character sets in cellular phones), and the ability to earn miles using a credit card for purchase (many shops where electronics-shoppers prowl are cash-only, or offer better prices for cash only). In some cases, some products may actually be even higher priced than in the US.

Selection, on the other hand, is where you can win out. There may be models available in Asia that you can't find in the US, or similar models that are outfitted with different features and functions. Just pay attention to the voltage requirements as 220V products will require a step-down transformer and plug adapter, if they are not 100-240v.

It's a misconception that everything in Asia is cheaper. Concerning eletronics specifically, Asians are as much techno-geeks as the next nationality (the stereotype doesn't exist for nothing, you know), so vendors know they can in some cases command a premium. After all, who do you think comes up with so much of this stuff?

Happy shopping.