Tiger Leaps Out in Front
Walt Mossberg says Tiger, Apple’s new operating system, is the best and most advanced personal computer operating system on the market.
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Yahoo, RealNetworks Offer New Alternatives To Apple iTunes Model
Two subscription music services, Yahoo and RealNetworks, are taking steps to change the legal online download game. Walt says if you want to try renting songs, Yahoo’s the way to go.
What the Apple Plan To Switch to Intel Chips Means for Consumers
Apple’s adoption of Intel processors for its future Macs is big news in the computer world. But what does it mean for the average consumer, who just wants the best computer for the job?
Apple’s New Mouse Is Not as Mighty As Rival’s Magnifier
Apple finally released an optional, add-on mouse that allows right-clicking and scrolling. But Apple designed the Mighty Mouse so it looks like, and can work like, a one-button mouse, making it harder to use than competing mice.
IPod’s Latest Siblings
Walt Mossberg says Apple’s tiny new iPod nano exceeds the company’s claims about storage space and battery life, and is beautiful to boot.
Imagine It: The Sun, Some Ancient Ruins, You With No Laptop
Walt tests his theory that it’s possible to leave a laptop home on some types of trips and rely on a combination of a high-end cellphone and an iPod. To his surprise, the no-laptop vacation worked really well.
Sprint Brings Music Direct to Cellphones, But Price Is Too High
Sprint did a good job designing the first mobile music store, writes Walt Mossberg. It’s a shame they spoiled this breakthrough service with stratospheric prices and overdone restrictions.
With Its New Version, Skype Phone Service May Enter Mainstream
Internet phone network Skype is set to release a major software update and is introducing a new breed of compatible telephone handsets. This combination of hardware and software could propel the service into the mainstream.
Free Kodak Software Helps Find, Organize, Fix and Share Photos
Kodak’s free EasyShare software is a very nice photo-organizing program that works on both Windows and Mac and is closely integrated with one of the best online photo sites, Walt writes.
Software to Help You Download From iPods, Share iTunes on 1 PC
As well-designed as the iPod is, users are consistently frustrated by its inability to copy music to multiple computers or have multiple music libraries. Luckily, there are solutions to both problems.
MacBook Pro Offers Promising Start to Era Of Intel-Powered Apple
Apple’s new Intel-powered laptop, the MacBook Pro, isn’t revolutionary and has some drawbacks. But it beats its predecessor, the PowerBook, and marks a promising start to the era of Intel-powered Apple laptops.
Mini Is Solid Addition To Home Media Center Despite Some Caveats
The new Mac Mini runs Apple’s Front Row software and can stream music and videos from Windows computers. It is still too much of a regular computer to be a true media hub, but makes a solid addition to any entertainment center.
Boot Camp Turns Your Mac Into a Reliable Windows PC
Apple’s “Boot Camp” software lets Mac users turn their machines into a fast, full-fledged Windows computer if they choose, with only a few minor annoyances.
Annual Buying Guide: How to Ensure New PC Can Use Windows Vista
Walt’s annual spring buyer’s guide to desktop computers offers hardware guidelines for users who can’t wait till January for Microsoft Vista, but want to be able to upgrade later.
Sony, Lenovo Laptops Are Pricey, but Offer Lots of Features, Power
Walt Mossberg tests the Sony Vaio SZ160 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X60s, and says for road warriors, these small, light, well-designed laptops are worth their hefty price tags.
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