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Feature: Tablet or netbook?

Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

We take a closer look and compare the pros and cons of each type of device to help you decide which one is right for you.

Pulse: Metal glass better than Gorilla Glass

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

Scientists at the California Institute of Technology have created a metallic glass that is not just tough, but also strong.

Pulse: Motorola Xoom can predict the weather

Tuesday, January 11th, 2011

With a barometer on-board, the Xoom will detect changes in atmospheric pressure.

Tablets of CES 2011

Sunday, January 9th, 2011

Tablets were big at this year’s CES, whether Android or Windows. Check out the tablets released at CES 2011 in our photo gallery.

Laptops of CES 2011

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

The world of laptops is getting a bit of a refresh in 2011, with some of the newest of what vendors have to offer trickling out from the Consumer Electronic Show (CES).

Pulse: Vibrating car seat warns of unseen dangers

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

They’ve become so common that we don’t really think about it, but when we drive our beloved cars we’re actually operating a steel beast capable of causing a flaming death. Fear not, though, researchers are working on seats that shake automatically to warn us of dangers.

Pulse: Toshiba’s flexing display muscle

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

While most companies are happy to produce flexible displays, Toshiba is going a step further by making use of the bending action to initiate zoom features.

Pulse: HP flexible displays: please do not bend

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Flexible screens are the perfect solution for portable devices, bridging the gap between being pocketable …

Home networking with Windows 7

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

If all you need is a quick and dirty way to share the contents of your Windows 7 machine, here’s how.

Feature: Intel’s latest processors: What you need to know

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

With a host of new features over previous-generation chips, Intel’s new Core processor line-up offers more than just a speed bump.

Review: Gigabyte Booktop M1022M

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

The Booktop may be on the costly side, thanks to the bundled docking station, but it still falls below “premium” netbook costs. Plus the excellent battery life and ability to switch from a desk-bound PC to a portable mini-laptop captured our attention.

Feature: Should I buy a laptop now or wait for Windows 7?

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

There’s a key question being asked by students, parents, and anyone in the market for a new laptop: if I buy a laptop now, can I get Windows 7 for free?

Intel rebranding bids farewell to Centrino

Thursday, June 18th, 2009

New labels aim to simplify consumer choice by grouping the various chips according to their performance brackets.