Before Going to Buy High-Tech Devices, Learn the New Terms
Walt Mossberg offers a quick glossary of techno terms shoppers may encounter when looking for a computer, television, digital camera or cellphone this holiday season. (Video)
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Microsoft’s Zune Challenges iPod
Microsoft will challenge Apple with the launch of a digital-music player called the Zune, complete with an online music store and software to go with it. (Video)
Once You Experience Wide-Screen HDTVs, Hassles Seem Small
Walt Mossberg lives for several weeks with a big, beautiful HDTV and finds that it’s a joy to watch. But there are some hitches.
Advice on Shopping For a Windows PC — If You Must Buy Now
If you’re thinking of acquiring or giving a new Windows PC this holiday season, don’t do it. Walt Mossberg suggests you wait until Vista arrives.
Microsoft Upgrades Internet Explorer — But Not Much Is New
The new version of Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is much improved, but there’s nothing that should make you switch from other browsers, Walt Mossberg writes.
The New Sony Reader For Books Performs Like a Good First Draft
Sony is taking a whack at the elusive electronic book reader with a new $350 device. Walt says the sleek gadget is a good start, but warns of significant flaws that mark it as a work in progress.
The Sansa Rhapsody Comes With Music Inside — Like It or Not
The Sansa Rhapsody is a portable music player designed to work with RealNetworks’ Rhapsody music-subscription service. The preloaded music included with the player is hassle, and the device is inferior to the iPod Nano.
New Nikon Can Send Its Photos Via Wi-Fi So It’s More Useful
What has a colorful screen, fits in a pocket, takes pictures and can go with you almost anywhere?
Nowadays, there are two possible answers: a small digital camera and a cellphone. But sophisticated cellphones with better built-in cameras — including some with up to three megapixels — are making it increasingly practical for consumers to just [...]
Skype-Only Phones Bring a New Mobility To Free Online Calls
All over the world, people are increasingly using the Web to make phone calls, if not free, then for a few pennies a minute. One of the most common ways of doing so is with Skype, the free software whose parent company was bought last year by eBay.
In fact, Skype has become so popular that [...]
Rhapsody Uses Sonos For a PC-Free Entry Into a Trove of Music
A new system gives you access to 2.5 million digital tunes — without even turning on your computer. But at $999, Walt Mossberg says it requires a roomy budget.
Pearl BlackBerry Offers Video, Camera, Music, As Well as Great Email
BlackBerry’s new Pearl is aimed squarely at consumers who need powerful email capabilities, but also want style and bells and whistles. And it’s a beautiful piece of work, Walt Mossberg says. (Video)
Novatel Laptop Cards Can Access Internet, But Services Vary
Novatel has come out with a couple of new ExpressCard versions for Cingular and Verizon cellular broadband networks. I recommend both new cards. But the two high-speed networks are very different.
Nokia’s Smart Phone Offers a Bargain Price For High-End Utility
Nokia’s E62 smart phone is a little computer that is meant to be a serious email device as well as a phone. And it may well be the best bargain in its category, Walt Mossberg says.
Powerline Adapters Bring Internet Access To Your Entire Home
Using small gadgets called Powerline adapters, you can route your Internet connection around your house over your power lines. It really works and it’s fast, Walt Mossberg says. (Video)
New Wi-Fi Routers Aren’t Any Better Than Last Year’s Gear
A new version of Wi-Fi, generally known as draft-N, promises greater speed, greater range and standardization, but may not deliver any of those things. Walt Mossberg tests some of this latest Wi-Fi gear, with mixed results.
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