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Forget the iPhone 5S, Where’s the iPhone 6?

December 12, 2012 at 7:15 am

Apple needs to skip the iPhone 5S and go straight to the iPhone 6 to keep customers who are now looking at Android.

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7 Reasons the iPhone 5 is Better Than the Nexus 4

December 6, 2012 at 10:53 am

The iPhone 5 is the best iPhone to date, but is it better than the Nexus 4, Google's flagship Android phone? That depends on each smartphone users priorities, but Apple's iPhone 5 still leads the smartphone pack in a number of key areas.

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7 Reasons the Nexus 4 is Better Than the iPhone 5

December 6, 2012 at 6:35 am

The Nexus 4 has enough advantages over the iPhone 5 to make long-time iPhone users consider Google's latest Android phone.

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iPhone 5: Black vs White

December 4, 2012 at 7:24 am

The black iPhone 5 doesn't age as well as the white iPhone 5.The black iPhone 5 scratches easily, even if its in a case.The white iPhone 5 the best choice.

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Acme Made Skinny Sleeve MacBook Air Review

December 4, 2012 at 7:03 am

The Acme Made Skinny Sleeve protects Apple's thinnest computers without adding much bulk. There are plenty of MacBook sleeves out there, but we like this one because of its smart design and extra layers of protection. Too many MacBook Air users carry their machines n...

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Unlocked iPhone 5 Now Available from Apple for $649 to $849

November 30, 2012 at 2:34 am

The unlocked iPhone 5 is now available at Apple.com, but customers will have to pony up $649 to $849 for the privilege of going contract-free.

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Black Friday’s for Turkeys: 10 Reasons to Stay Home

November 22, 2012 at 10:21 am

Black Friday is morphing rapidly into a mess of a 'holiday' that's more trouble than it's worth. Our advice is to shop online on Black Friday and to not be sucked into the madness at your local mall. There are some people who just love adventure of camping out in fre...

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Best Buy’s Black Friday Tech Deals

November 20, 2012 at 7:01 pm

Best Buy is discounting a lot of gadgets on Black Friday, but the retailer is limiting the quantity of some items at each store. This means most shoppers, even those that skip Thanksgiving dinner, will have to pass on the doorbuster deals and look deeper into Best Buy's...

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Walmart’s Best Black Friday Tech Deals

November 19, 2012 at 4:10 pm

Walmart's advertising more than 1,400 Black Friday deals in a massive 45-page Black Friday ad. But it might not be worth waiting for hours in line this Thanksgiving to score gadgets unless you're zeroed in on specific items that are worth the wait. Walmart is opening...

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Nokia 808 Pureview: Nokia Pureview from the Best Camera Phone Yet

November 19, 2012 at 2:41 pm

The Nokia 808 Pureview is simply the best camera-phone we've seen so far. Its more capable than many dedicated cameras and is something to look at if you're serious about high-quality photos on the go. Unfortunately, the Nokia 808's Pureview camera is about the only th...

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iPhone 5S, iPad 5 Rumored for Mid 2013

November 19, 2012 at 8:26 am

Rumors are claiming Apple's iPhone 5S and next-generation iPad will launch in the middle of 2013, a bit earlier than many observers expect considering Apple's seemingly moved to a fall release schedule.

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iPod touch Review (5th Generation 2012)

November 19, 2012 at 7:27 am

Check out our iPod touch Review of the new 5th generation iPod touch to find out why it's the best iPod Apple's made.

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5 Apple Black Friday Deals You Can Get Right Now

November 19, 2012 at 7:09 am

Black Friday 2012 is four days away, but you don't have to wait that long to score good deals on Apple's popular iPods, iPads and MacBooks.

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Black Friday iPhone 5 Deals Missing in Action

November 18, 2012 at 4:31 pm

Black Friday shoppers hoping to score a deal on the newly released iPhone 5 will be out of luck. Black Friday 2012, the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season, is just a few days away and there isn't a single credible iPhone 5 deal on the horizon. Retailer...

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Apple’s iMessage and Facetime Down, No Estimate on Fix (updated)

November 18, 2012 at 3:21 pm

Apple's iMessage and FaceTime services are down for some users as of 3PM Pacific Standard Time. The two services went down earlier this afternoon and Apple is not reporting when the services will be restored. FaceTime is Apple's video calling service that can be used...

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Mercedes-Benz: How a Mobile Site Was Done Right

November 14, 2012 at 2:57 pm

Mercedes-Benz USA recently revamped its Web site for mobile devices to better serve its customers. The new mobile site (m.mbusa.com) isn't just a pared down version of the auto maker's full site.

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Apple Gives iPad mini Owners Free Dock…2 Min. of Labor Required

November 7, 2012 at 2:49 pm

Apple provides every iPod mini owner with a free dock, but there is of course a catch. iPad mini users will have to sacrifice their tablet's box...

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iPad mini Smart Cover Review

November 7, 2012 at 11:38 am

The iPad mini Smart Cover offers some protection and convenience, but is $39 too much to spend? Here's our review.

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iPad mini Review: The New Default iPad

November 5, 2012 at 4:03 pm

The iPad mini is the best iPad yet and will likely become the default iPad choice for both consumers and businesses. It is both affordable and portable, two traits that are important no matter who's shopping. Apple has a huge hit on its hands, though it may take some t...

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Size Matters: iPad mini vs iPad vs iPhone 5

November 3, 2012 at 1:28 pm

The iPad mini sits well between the full-sized iPad and iPhone 5, fitting in as Apple's first truly mobile tablet. Some Apple customers have held off buying the iPad mini because they think that it's too similar to their current iOS devices.The spec sheets and bullet po...

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iPad mini 4G LTE: AT&T vs Verizon vs Sprint

October 26, 2012 at 1:59 pm

Find out which iPad mini WiFI + Cellular is the best fit based on carrier plans, features and pricing. The iPad Mini 4G LTE arrives in mid November.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2012: Point-and-Shoot Cameras

October 24, 2012 at 12:56 pm

Here are the best point-and-shoot cameras to give this holiday season. These cameras are compact, but pack a punch.

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GoPro Intros Hero3, Most Advanced Sport Camera Yet

October 17, 2012 at 11:19 am

GoPro unveiled its new Hero3 camera today, along with an incredible demo video that features athletes using the device around the globe.

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Lenovo IdeaTab Lynx Convertible Tablet Announced

October 9, 2012 at 5:17 pm

Lenovo introduced the IdeaTab Lynx convertible tablet today at an event in New York. The two-part Windows 8 device features an 11.6" tablet and a keyboard dock.

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Lenovo ThinkPad Twist Convertible for SMB Announced

October 9, 2012 at 4:32 pm

Lenovo unveiled the ThinkPad Twist, a convertible notebook for small businesses, at an event in New York this evening. The convertible notebook PC meets Ultrabook standards and offers the flexibility of keyboard and tablet computing in a single device. The ThinkPad T...

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Lenovo Intros Yoga 11: Windows 8 RT Convertible Notebook

October 9, 2012 at 4:00 pm

Lenovo introduced the Yoga 11 convertible notebook tablet at a press event in New York this evening. The 11.6" notebook features a dual-hinge design that allows the display to fold back 360-degrees and convert into a tablet. Lenovo is refreshing its notebook product ...

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SCOTTEVEST Fleece 7.0 Review

October 2, 2012 at 12:43 pm

The Fleece 7.0 is specially designed to let you use an iPhone while it's still in your pocket.It also has a pocket that's designed to securely carry an iPad

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MobileDemand xTablet T7200 Review

October 1, 2012 at 12:55 pm

The MobileDemand xTablet T7200 is a fully ruggedized Tablet PC built for professionals that don't have the luxury of working in cozy office buildings.

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Don’t Count on the iOS 6 & iPhone 5 Maps App in an Emergency

September 22, 2012 at 1:18 pm

The iPhone 5 and other iOS 6 devices do not map emergency rooms reliably, which can be a serious problem for the sick or injured.

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AT&T vs Verizon iPhone 5: 4G LTE Speed Test (San Francisco)

September 22, 2012 at 12:20 pm

Here's our first AT&T 4G LTE and Verizon 4G LTE iPhone 5 speed test in San Francisco. Which network edges out the other and is faster than Comcast?

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Tablet PCs the Right Choice for Rugged World

September 20, 2012 at 10:49 am

The iPad and other consumer tablets are great for some tasks, but they're not the right tools for every job, especially those that take users into rough environments.

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iOS 6 Release Time Still Not Clear

September 19, 2012 at 3:36 am

Apple announced that iOS 6 will be available today, September 19, but the company has yet to release the software or told anyone when it will be available to download.

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iPhone 5 Pre-Orders Slip to 3 to 4 Weeks at Apple.com

September 19, 2012 at 2:30 am

Apple's online store is now listing the iPhone 5's shipping dates as three to four weeks, a week longer than Apple quoted just yesterday.

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iPhone 5 Reviews: Apple’s Latest Phone Scores Rave Reviews, Few Reservations

September 18, 2012 at 10:08 pm

The iPhone 5 scored high marks in early reviews, earning an editor's choice award from CNet. Read our roundup of the first iPhone 5 Reviews.

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MobileDemand Intros xTablet T7200 Tablet PC

September 18, 2012 at 1:12 pm

MobileDemand's at it again with a fully rugged Tablet PC. The xTablet T7200 meets MIL-SPEC standards for durability and is built to operate in harsh environments.

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