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NOVEMBER 29, 2006
Mobile devices that help you find your way around are everywhere this holiday season, but you may need help choosing among their many features
NOVEMBER 22, 2006
Looking to upgrade your set this holiday season? Use this guide to keep your LCDs from your DLPs媋nd find out if either fits in your budget
NOVEMBER 22, 2006
The toy company that brought you iZ is hoping to score more big wins this year with its follow-up Zounds and a licensing deal with Disney
NOVEMBER 8, 2006
For the gizmo geek who's very deserving this holiday season, there's a bevy of high-end phones, music players, and computers to choose from
NOVEMBER 7, 2006
Before Microsoft's music player even hits store shelves, the accessory-making machine is kicking into high gear
NOVEMBER 3, 2006
The holidays are fast approaching. Here are some machines to help you capture snippets of the good times
OCTOBER 30, 2006
If an HDTV is on your end-of-year shopping list, have a look at some of the sets (in a variety of sizes) that caught our attention
OCTOBER 30, 2006
Video game console makers are gearing up for a new battle in November, but the war has been going on for more than 30 years
OCTOBER 30, 2006
Some audiophiles don箃 want to toss their old speakers and receivers. Music innovators are noticing, offering ways to play computer-based music on old-school equipment
OCTOBER 27, 2006
A fresh crop of high-end yet affordable single-lens reflex cameras lets you become one of the paparazzi--but read up before buying
OCTOBER 23, 2006
Apple's mind-bogglingly successful digital music player is celebrating its fifth birthday. Here are the highlights of its short but eventful lifespan
OCTOBER 16, 2006
Acknowledging America's entertainment addiction, but not wanting to give up on fitness, experts and manufacturers are combining the two
OCTOBER 6, 2006
Popular Mechanics picks 10 products that set new standards of innovation, from a $17 crescent wrench to a $70,000 Lexus
OCTOBER 3, 2006
Intense competition among camera makers means lots of choice for consumers -- at reasonable prices, too
OCTOBER 2, 2006
Forget pretexting and following directors; there are a lot of other ways to dig for data others don箃 want you to find
OCTOBER 2, 2006
From cars that pay attention when you don't to built-in stereos that can store music and photo collections, high-tech cars are now commonly available in nearly every segment
SEPTEMBER 29, 2006
Competing against the iPod isn't easy—and rarely successful—but that doesn't preclude many companies from trying
SEPTEMBER 20, 2006
Technological innovations are bringing a new set of learning tools and new standards to K-12 schools across the country
SEPTEMBER 13, 2006
The worst-kept secret in the tech world is true: Apple will sell movie downloads, and an array of new products to support the venture. Among them are new, larger iPods that sport brighter screens and higher resolutions, and a new gadget to allow PC-bound content to be viewed on flat-screen TVs. Have a look at Apple's new gadgets
SEPTEMBER 12, 2006
Your world in miniature, at the office. Sweep it, cool it, heat it, shred it--do it all by plugging these devices into your computer's USB ports
SEPTEMBER 5, 2006
DVD players that run Windows, laptops that double as TVs, phones that talk to cars媡echnology comes together at the International Radio Exposition
SEPTEMBER 4, 2006
Since its invention in the 1960s, the computer device has scurried step by step toward better functionality. Here's a look
AUGUST 29, 2006
Online sites offer a smorgasbord of video -- from short viral clips to full-length movies. See how they stack up
AUGUST 29, 2006
Novint's haptic controller, the Falcon, looks set to revolutionize gaming. But can it fly high enough to replace the ubiquitous mouse?
AUGUST 21, 2006
You think your Razr's cool? When it comes to mobile phone design, you ain't seen nothin' yet
AUGUST 14, 2006
For a dorm room that looks like something out of MTV's Cribs, pick up a few of these cool gadgets
AUGUST 14, 2006
Study our selection of back-to-school portable computers -- from a $580 no-frills model to a $3,500 machine with a 20-inch screen
AUGUST 14, 2006
A laptop won't do the trick for you? Read up on these desktops, from simple and inexpensive to absolutely fabulous and a small fortune
AUGUST 1, 2006
On the lookout for cool games to ride out the dog days of summer? We sample some of the most promising titles on the market
JULY 31, 2006
Purists may scoff, but portable GPS devices are fast becoming
essential gear for outdoor expeditions of any sort. Here's a look at
some top choices
JULY 26, 2006
In July, Motorola took the wraps off a new collection of thin mobile phones, in an effort to build on the success of its wildly popular RAZR. The MOTOKRZR is a new trimmer clamshell phone, while the MOTORIZR is a sleek slider.
JULY 26, 2006
Buying a PC? With notebooks sporting many of the features found in desktop machines, the choice between the two is harder than ever
JULY 24, 2006
The computer maker is hoping to attract more buyers—and more money—with its new design-conscious desktops and laptops
JULY 19, 2006
Here's a look at the Chocolate phone and some of its competitors in the narrowing race for thinness.
JULY 19, 2006
Just when you thought add-ons for Apple's digital music player couldn't get more unusual, here's a look at some doozies
JULY 17, 2006
Toys had better come complete with lights, cameras, and digital action if they want to appeal to young kids who'd rather be on the computer
JULY 18, 2006
Go behind the scenes at NYU's Interactive Telecommunications Program, where students design the physical and interactive aspects of toys
JULY 17, 2006
New models from the Finnish handset maker place emphasis on design and innovation—also music, TV, video, and yeah, you can still call Mom
JULY 12, 2006
With plenty of memory, the ability to support different song formats, and features galore, these phones might make you forget the talk function
JULY 10, 2006
Vendors are battling for share in the Voice over Internet Protocol business market—and packing new products with a host of features
JULY 3, 2006
The Value Innovation Program Center at the electronics maker has led to the development of these new and user-friendly products
JUNE 19, 2006
Move over, desktop PC. These new luggable cinema-screen computers are "notebooks" only in name
JUNE 15, 2006
Selecting the right college computer means finding one that will fit in a dorm room, and on a budget, but still deliver
JUNE 8, 2006
Single-lens reflex is the new standard for digital cameras and top makers are all vying for market share. Here's what they're selling
JUNE 5, 2006
Whether you need an all-in-one that handles a range of printing tasks, or a machine just for cranking out pix, there's bound to be one that fits
MAY 30, 2006
These hulking sets come packed with recorders, hard drives, and the tuners that pick up high-definition signals. Some cost more than a car
MAY 26, 2006
Confused over which next-gen media and gaming devices to buy? That shouldn't keep you from modernizing your home-entertainment system
MAY 24, 2006
Technology is making it easier -- though not always cheaper -- to protect your loved ones and possessions from intruders and harm
MAY 22, 2006
There are so many ways to make phone calls these days that it can be a mite daunting. Here's help winnowing the options
MAY 22, 2006
TV watchers love digital video recorders. Here's a look at one week's Top 10 must-see-later shows. Just don't expect advertisers to applaud
MAY 19, 2006
Apple Computer is opening a dazzling retail store on Fifth Avenue in New York City
MAY 15, 2006
The sound-system maker has fostered brand recognition with an emphasis on design, audio quality, and marketing. Here's a look at its products
MAY 15, 2006
The portable universe is expanding rapidly. Here's a look at some bright new stars
MAY 11, 2006
A look at video-game director David Jaffe's inspirations, from simple casino and word games to in-depth role-playing and action titles
MAY 3, 2006
This new service courts younger users with handsets that boast cameras, games, and other entertainment content
APRIL 25, 2006
Not everyone wants a feature-packed wireless device. Here's a guide for those who need a handset for plain old voice calling
APRIL 11, 2006
High-end handsets are helping mobile professionals manage work -
and play - more efficiently, at a lower price and in a more stylish
package
APRIL 6, 2006
Manufacturers are betting big that ultrathin will mean a wider slice of the market. Here's the skinny on their devices
APRIL 3, 2006
Concerned about your computer, but confused about how to keep it safe? Here's a look at some helpful hardware and software
MARCH 27, 2006
Check out these compact digital cameras with image stabilization systems
-- as well as some other advances
MARCH 22, 2006
More companies are finding that staffers enjoy training in video game form. Here's a look at some offerings from top companies in the field
FEBRUARY 27, 2006
Portable keyboards now have a wide range of capabilities and prices. We looked at several popular models
FEBRUARY 27, 2006
Whether you're listening to your own compositions or your favorite releases, these portable players will keep the music moving
FEBRUARY 27, 2006
New electric guitars feature technology that can mimic the sound of other instruments or help beginners keep their fingers in place
FEBRUARY 27, 2006
After creating your masterpieces, posting them on these sites might bring you an audience
FEBRUARY 21, 2006
The first generation of the electronic readers didn't make many converts. The next wave of innovative technology could change that
FEBRUARY 16, 2006
There's a bevy of hot gizmos coming down the pike. Take a look at the feature-packed handsets on display at the 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona
FEBRUARY 14, 2006
Check out the finalists and winner of Ithaca College's CellFlix Festival, a showcase for movies captured using mobile phones
JANUARY 30, 2006
Improved performance, features, and styling--not to mention falling prices--make these modest-size high-definition TV sets perfect for places where giant-screen models would be too much.
JANUARY 23, 2006
The latest mobile devices aren't just conversation pieces. Check out
the high-tech multimedia and communications functions they offer
JANUARY 23, 2006
How much of a notebook PC can you get when you're on a budget? Check
these out
JANUARY 11, 2006
Steve Jobs took the stage at the annual Macworld conference to unveil the first installment of a raft of new computers run by Intel chips
JANUARY 10, 2006
A raft of new gizmos let you make calls, hear tunes, and track your progress as you zip down the mountain
JANUARY 9, 2006
Here are some of the hottest items featured at the International Consumer Electronics Show. Browse away, technophiles!
JANUARY 9, 2006
The Consumer Electronics Show featured all sorts of new gear, from a DVR kit to scroll-wheel-friendly gloves to heads-up video displays
DECEMBER 20, 2005
A Force More Powerful takes strategy games in a new direction: Nonviolent actions to overthrow an oppressive government
DECEMBER 12, 2005
Some of these gadgets could be out soon, while others are just concepts. However, all show we've got plenty to look forward to
DECEMBER 1, 2005
From the whimsical to the practical, you'll find an offering for every iPod enthusiast this year
NOVEMBER 22, 2005
Now that you've forked over a few hundred bucks for the latest Xbox, you'll need some games to play on it. Find out which ones suit your pleasure
NOVEMBER 17, 2005
As Web merchants gear up for the holiday season, here's a look at which offer the best customer experiences -- and prices
NOVEMBER 16, 2005
If you'd rather skip the trip to the video store or multiplex, try one of the growing number of Web sites that offer movie downloads
NOVEMBER 11, 2005
Check out these new and innovative online photo services
NOVEMBER 8, 2005
Mobile-phone makers are turning to the Linux operating-system software as a way to cut development costs for feature-rich handsets
NOVEMBER 7, 2005
A slew of new services allow you to view your favorite shows just about anywhere you want. Some are even free
NOVEMBER 7, 2005
A slew of new products can make your high-end, big-screen set a whole lot more than a boob tube
NOVEMBER 7, 2005
Oh yes -- and for less. Check out this crop of low-priced wireless phones for the Third World
NOVEMBER 7, 2005
HDTV, Smart Homes, iPods, Wi_Fi, Cameras, Online Photo Sites, Satellite Radio, Web Phones, and Car Accessories
OCTOBER 19, 2005
New gadgets will make your drive time safer and more comfortable
OCTOBER 10, 2005
With people spending more time driving, auto and consumer-electronics makers are launching loads of gadgets to jazz up the experience
OCTOBER 6, 2005
This year's CEATEC show in Tokyo features some innovative -- and some just plain wacky -- consumer gear that'll be headed your way soon
SEPTEMBER 27, 2005
Motorola's new line borrows from the company's snazzy handset designs -- without the hefty price tag
SEPTEMBER 27, 2005
Falling prices are making them more attractive, so we decided to test these new models. Our slide show reveals how they fared
SEPTEMBER 26, 2005
Don't get bogged down by heavy electronic gadgets when you're on the road. Here are some products that will lighten up your load
SEPTEMBER 2, 2005
The newest generation of GPS navigation systems for cars give drivers more than just a standard route. They also help you avoid jams
AUGUST 23, 2005
To counter the popularity of high-tech gadgets among kids, toymakers are coming up with new digital offerings. Here's a sampling
AUGUST 17, 2005
Here's a look at the surprise hit PC game, based on DreamWorks' animated film
AUGUST 15, 2005
No wonder the computer maker has returned to profitability. Check out its roster of sleek, redesigned machines -- starting at $600
AUGUST 7, 2005
Take a look at how this game, a remake of a 1987 hit, compares to its predecessor and check out the new features
AUGUST 1, 2005
This new generation of sleek digital cameras is easy to slip into your pocket -- and they take high quality pictures. Here's how some of the leading contenders stack up.
AUGUST 8, 2005
It's time to start thinking about school again. BusinessWeek and CNET.com have picked the best computing basics to outfit a student's room, not to mention a smallish apartment or home office. Have a look.
AUGUST 8, 2005
Good looks, superthin technology, and easy-to-use features have seen sales soar. Here's a peek at the outfit's latest eye-catchers
JULY 26, 2005
From smart phones to smart networks, here's a look at new technology that can make CEOs and their companies more productive
JULY 26, 2005
New titles based on classics like The Godfather and The Great Escape allow fans to take on the roles of Al Pacino or Steve McQueen
JULY 26, 2005
Take a look -- and listen to -- Crazy Frog, Jamster Rats, Sweety and Fluffy, and more. Then let us know which you like best
JUNE 28, 2005
Music players are all the rage, but this hardware needs software and services to come alive. Here's our take how the programs stack up
JUNE 21, 2005
Cell phones, pocket-size tablets, game machines, digital cameras, refrigerators, and more are all jumping on Wi-Fi networks
JUNE 7, 2005
Clothing designers channel their inner geek, improving their apparel with technology advances. Here are some of the most notable.
MAY 16, 2005
Welcome to the first of our guides to personal technology. This time we're looking at new tools that help you work (and play) away from the office.
MAY 3, 2005
This new generation of feature-rich mobile phones is creating a revolution in communications. Here's how some of the leading contenders stack up.
APRIL 25, 2005
Dialing for digital music is about to take off as the world's cell-phone makers and wireless providers race into the market.
APRIL 4, 2005
Here's a look at the venerable big-tube TV and five contenders out to become the new dominant display.
APRIL 5, 2005
Once you have the connection, you need the hardware. Here's a sampling of some of the coolest devices around or coming soon.
APRIL 5, 2005
Where to go and what to see with your broadband connection: Here are BW Online's picks for the places that you'll enjoy visiting the most.
MARCH 8, 2005
Take a look at a sampling of ingenious, sometimes invisible, devices programmed for a wide variety of useful, even lifesaving, jobs
MARCH 3, 2005
Apple's digital music players have spawned an array of products that enhance them. Take a look at some highlights of the iPod economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2005
A 1976 Apple, a far-sighted 1617 treatise, a 1947 ENIAC, the first DEC minicomputer, and more examples of collectible geek gear
FEBRUARY 7, 2005
From an $8 Crest SpinBrush to a $500 Dyson vacuum cleaner, we're a heavily gadgeted society. Here's a smattering of recent and forthcoming gadgets you may -- or may not -- want in your home
NOVEMBER 8, 2004
For 10 years, BW has been putting the smartest, the fastest, the coolest high-tech tools through their paces before recommending them to you. This year's catch is the best ever
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