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HP Reports Solid Q4 on Services Growth

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:30:12 -0800

Hewlett-Packard reported an 18 percent jump in profit for its fiscal fourth quarter, thanks in large part to the strength of its services business.

10 Free Downloads for Your Laptop

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800

With these no-cost tools for syncing data, monitoring battery life, working with wireless networks, and using a thumb drive, you can get the most out of your laptop or netbook.

Apple to Offer Black Friday Deals

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0800

Shoppers, start your engines! Er, well, maybe not just yet.

Why Go Pro When IMac Goes Faster?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:50:10 -0800

The Mac Pro has always been something of a niche product, appealing mainly to those who need vast amounts of internal storage (thanks to its four drive bays)...

IPhone Ringtone Roundup

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:40:15 -0800

Ringtones say a lot about you, your style, and your attitude. And they can be a helpful aural cue to alert you to exactly who is calling. Yet, for some reason...

Speed Up Everything

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0800

Is your PC dragging? Does your broadband network creep along at dial-up speeds? Do Web pages take forever to load on your smartphone? Don't wait! These fixes will get you back into the fast lane.

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Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0800

Next: Control a Computer With Gestures

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0800

A new technology still in development supports input by motion controls and drawings.

Gateway EC1430u Ultraportable Laptop With Full-Sized Keyboard

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:30:00 -0800

Gateway's EC1430u laptop is a good choice for someone on the go who is looking for a Windows 7 machine with a large keyboard.

Chrome OS: Move Along, Nothing to See Here (Yet)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:19:00 -0800

Thinking about downloading Google Chrome OS? You might want to think twice.

Google Chrome OS: A Simple FAQ

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:44:00 -0800

Everyone's all a-twitter over Google's newly announced operating system, Google Chrome OS. So what is it, and what could it do for you? Here are some answers.

Qualcomm's Updated 3G Chipset Coming to ThinkPads

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:40:16 -0800

Lenovo will offer Qualcomm's latest Gobi multimode 3G (third-generation) mobile data chipset on ThinkPad laptops.

Five Reasons Google Chrome OS will Succeed

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:30:00 -0800

Google Chrome OS is impressive and will thrive as it redefines what a modern day operating system should be.

Great Tech Gadgets: When Spouses Collide

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:45:00 -0800

Your tech dream may be your significant other's nightmare. Here are the items our married tech experts drool over (while belittling one another's choices).

27-inch Core I5 IMac (with Core I7 Option)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:50:14 -0800

When Apple announced new iMacs last month, it included a major step forward amid the subtle-but-welcome refinements in most of the models: the first ever iMac to...

Google's Chrome OS Stands to Make Waves

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:40:16 -0800

Google is ambitious, there's no question about that. It has both the privilege and necessity of being so and, given its position as a major player in multiple...

Dell's Q3 Profit Slides 54 Percent

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:50:15 -0800

Dell reported third-quarter profits on Thursday that were down 54 percent from this time last year.

Apple May Release $2,000 Tablet in 2010, Says Analyst

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:28:00 -0800

Aiming for the luxury end of the technology market, Apple's reported plan to introduce a $2,000 tablet next year fits the company's historical pattern.

Agile Web Solutions Releases 1Password 3

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:30:20 -0800

Everybody bring out the noisemakers, confetti, and party poppers. Fresh out of public beta, the one-stop password-managing shop known as Agile Web...

Camino 2.0 Adds Tab Overview, Improved Annoyance Blocking

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:20:18 -0800

Safari may have stolen much of the browser thunder in recent years, but that doesn't mean that other players aren't still plowing ahead, as evidenced by...

California Takes Aim Power-Hungry TVs: What's Next?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:47:00 -0800

The state has issued new energy efficiency regulations for TVs, but they aren't the only gadgets slurping up power.

Mac Mini With Snow Leopard Server

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:10:17 -0800

Ever since the Mac mini was first released, people have been using Apple's diminutive Mac desktop as a server. At 6.5 inches square and 2 inches high, it bears...

Mac Hardware, Tested and Reviewed

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:24 -0800

Things slow down in the Mac universe just before the holidays, but the Macworld office is still hoping in the wake of last month's hardware updates. We've...

Mac Hardware, Tested and Reviewed

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:19 -0800

Things slow down in the Mac universe just before the holidays, but the Macworld office is still hoping in the wake of last month's hardware updates. We've...

The Best Tech Deals of the Week

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0800

We'll show you where to find the best prices on a Sony netbook, a Casio point-and-shoot digital camera, a Samsung Blu-ray player, and more.

Early Black Friday Deals Lucrative As Ever

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:02:00 -0800

No need to wait for Thanksgiving; deals can be found today with little scrounging.

CEO: Data Warehousing Vendor Dataupia Will Live on

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:13 -0800

Contrary to recent reports, data warehousing vendor Dataupia will live on, says founder and CEO Foster Hinshaw.

Macintosh Buying Guide

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:30:18 -0800

'Tis the season to do some shopping, and if you've added a new Macintosh to you shopping list, you've picked a great time to buy one. Apple's current lineup...

9 Things I Hate About Laptops

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:15:00 -0800

One of our reviewers tells you how he really feels about laptops these days, and why.

Photo Essentials 3 Plug-in Released for Photoshop Elements

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:50:19 -0800

OnOne Software has released Photo Essentials 3, a suite of five add-ons for Adobe Photoshop Elements. The suite includes tools for correcting color, removing...

How We Test

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:45:00 -0800

PC World Labs follows rigorous procedures when testing products intended to receive a PC World Rating.

A Guide to PC World Ratings

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800

Our ratings give readers a quick assessment of a product's overall quality, performance, features, and design.

Report: A Third of Laptops Fail Within 3 Years

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:48:00 -0800

A report from researchers at Squaretrade reveals that one third of all laptops fail within 3 years of ownership.

Adobe Unveils Public Betas for Flash Player 10.1, AIR 2.0

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:20:00 -0800

This just in: Adobe Labs has some new toys up for grabs.

Migrating to Windows 7: Final Touches

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:06:00 -0800

Now that we've installed Windows 7 on a new partition, it's time to copy over iTunes files and important data.

Apple to Offer Big Black Friday Discounts?

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:54:00 -0800

Leaked flyer says Apple will offer unprecedented deals on iPods, Macs, and more -- but is it for real?

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Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:54:00 -0800

Runtime Revolution 4.0 Offers New Web-authoring Option

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:20:13 -0800

Runtime Revolution has released version 4.0 of its self-titled application-authoring software. New in this release is the ability to deploy applications directly...

Apple Tablet Speculation Reignited by CNN Report

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:40:00 -0800

The report didn't dredge up any new details, but it did provide a clear indication of the tech industry's high expectations for the mysterious device.

HP Unveils New Scale-out Servers

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:11 -0800

HP is adding a pair of new servers to its Extreme Scale Out portfolio.

The Macalope Weekly: Business 101

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:40:14 -0800

Looks like there some people out there could use some schoolin’ on how to do business. A rather surprising admission from a Microsoft exec gets us kicked off...

Apple Beats Psystar: Is It a Win For You?

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:58:00 -0800

Apple is celebrating a court victory over Psystar, but should you be cheering as well?

10 Fascinating Facts about Black Friday

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:45:00 -0800

As the holiday shopping season nears, here's what to watch for -- and how to get a jump on the action.

Apple Deals Another Blow to Psystar

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:26:00 -0800

Timeline of the longstanding battle between the clone-maker and the Mac-maker.

Kaspersky Unveils Antivirus for Mac

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:14:00 -0800

It is wrong to think that a Mac operating system is safe from malware.

Apple Wins Court Victory Over Mac Clone Maker Psystar

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:56:00 -0800

Mac clone maker Psystar was dealt a crushing blow by a federal judge that ruled the Florida company violated Apple's copyright as well as the DMCA.

Classy Dell Latitude Z600 Laptop Charges Wirelessly

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:00:00 -0800

The Latitude Z600 ultraslim laptop opens a window on the future of notebook computing.

Nokia Booklet 3G Netbook

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:15:00 -0800

The Booklet 3G netbook is rugged and solidly built--but some quirks make it a slightly too-pricey portable.

Bugs & Fixes: LaunchBar Causes an Unexpected Surprise

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:10:15 -0800

Step 1: Take one of the best utilities ever created for the Mac; one that I use every day. Step 2: Enhance its latest version with a promising new feature. What...

Upsized Apple Stores Coming Soon

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:00:27 -0800

Apple may have only opened 26 stores throughout the 2009 fiscal year which ended in September but get ready because they're about to unleash between 40 to 50...

Dell Inspiron 14z

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:38:00 -0800

The Inspiron 14z is aimed squarely at students, with a stylish look and great battery life; its overly polished screen is hard to see, however.

Wall Street Beat: Big Tech Deals Stir Market

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:20:14 -0800

Acquisitions and legal deals among vendors sparked investor interest this week by potentially altering the shape of the tech market.