Most Active Articles 2009-11-24T11:39:11.346-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:tech-gadgets Rob Stoltz rstoltz310 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16843673059709691405-78d149500208be04ea68b90392d229bf 2009-11-24T10:25:10.047-05:00

Elecom has released a tiny, sleek new set of computer mice named “Like A Spoon.” Available in white, red and black, the 2.4Ghz wireless device weighs 4.1 ounces and measures in at 2.6 x 3.5 x 1.6 inches. It’s built with stainless-steel edges and a smooth coating up top, so it should fit nicely in the palm of your hand.

Elecom has released a tiny, sleek new set of computer mice named “Like A Spoon.” Available in white, red and black, the 2.4Ghz wireless device weighs 4.1 ounces and measures in at 2.6 x 3.5 x 1.6 inches. It’s built with stainless-steel edges and a smooth coating up top, so it should fit nicely in the palm of your hand. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9708 Rachel King rking890 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14478911347868904344-0c3956027223a014edb7051504896b13 2009-11-24T10:26:16.617-05:00

You’ll either love it or hate it, but Swarovski has taken the Olympus Pen E-P1 and bejeweled it with their traditional crystal gems. Spreading tiny gems all over a camera isn’t exactly traditional (it sounds like a kid putting stickers all over a...

You’ll either love it or hate it, but Swarovski has taken the Olympus Pen E-P1 and bejeweled it with their traditional crystal gems. Spreading tiny gems all over a camera isn’t exactly traditional (it sounds like a kid putting stickers all over a... http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=2228 Rachel King rking890 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16843673059585804501-91e24b6d877652963480b1fde5f2078a 2009-11-24T10:23:21.061-05:00

The super-curved, super-wide Ostendo CRVD monitor is now available for sale. Previously unveiled at CES last year, the 43-inch monitor features a 2880 x 900 resolution and 32:10 aspect ratio.

The super-curved, super-wide Ostendo CRVD monitor is now available for sale. Previously unveiled at CES last year, the 43-inch monitor features a 2880 x 900 resolution and 32:10 aspect ratio. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9700 Rachel King rking890 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14478911347760503303-e83ebe4d1c923e934148da25aca7fac2 2009-11-24T05:20:02.130-05:00

In case you’re looking to give a camcorder for this holiday season and haven’t found the right one yet, there’s a new option in the mix: the new Creative Vado HD (3rd Generation) mini-camcorder. The upgraded camcorder will feature...

In case you’re looking to give a camcorder for this holiday season and haven’t found the right one yet, there’s a new option in the mix: the new Creative Vado HD (3rd Generation) mini-camcorder. The upgraded camcorder will feature... http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=2221 Rachel King rking890 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10946342511385227454-aaee41d3824cd3d7fa68d9265746a35a 2009-11-24T05:54:44.422-05:00

Reports are flowing in that some of the recently-shipped Core i7 Macs are shipping dead-on-arrival. Whoops.

Reports are flowing in that some of the recently-shipped Core i7 Macs are shipping dead-on-arrival. Whoops. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9691 Rachel King rking890 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10944903639776499881-c45e5d80feee63f7aedd8bc5a39b397e 2009-11-23T13:57:24.537-05:00

LG announced today the availability of the X120 Netbook with a AT&T contract. Previously only available in Europe, the LG X120 will be hitting American shores soon (no date specified) for $180 at Radio Shack and select “The Shack” stores.

LG announced today the availability of the X120 Netbook with a AT&T contract. Previously only available in Europe, the LG X120 will be hitting American shores soon (no date specified) for $180 at Radio Shack and select “The Shack” stores. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9638 Rachel King rking890 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14478431723916737217-0f1e518f1d709b379e0d5795b343b3ac 2009-11-18T11:37:56.580-05:00

Casio’s brand new Exilim EX-G1 is being praised as the world’s slimmest and toughest pocket camera. To start, it’s ultra-resistant to extreme conditions, including water, shock, dust and below-freezing temperatures. Interested? The 12.1-megapixel Casio...

Casio’s brand new Exilim EX-G1 is being praised as the world’s slimmest and toughest pocket camera. To start, it’s ultra-resistant to extreme conditions, including water, shock, dust and below-freezing temperatures. Interested? The 12.1-megapixel Casio... http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=2205 Rachel King rking890 6 6 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5045654595906627093-f094075929157e0fc44e41adc4704fcf 2009-11-18T12:37:10.719-05:00

In case you were hoping for one, don’t count on getting a Sony Reader Daily Edition by Christmas. Pre-orders are one thing; shipping seems to be on a different page.

In case you were hoping for one, don’t count on getting a Sony Reader Daily Edition by Christmas. Pre-orders are one thing; shipping seems to be on a different page. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9546 Rachel King rking890 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5045174972031889281-c037b584bd9038b62acfb1e046798cd7 2009-11-18T05:01:11.460-05:00

AMD has just announced today their newest graphics card, the ATI Radeon HD 5970, which they are touting as “the fastest card ever created.” Get ready. AMD is proclaiming many firsts with this card. Besides being the fastest, it’s the one of the first to...

AMD has just announced today their newest graphics card, the ATI Radeon HD 5970, which they are touting as “the fastest card ever created.” Get ready. AMD is proclaiming many firsts with this card. Besides being the fastest, it’s the one of the first to... http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9528 Rachel King rking890 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17593869061589384365-16acb9bea0fcf38d156b2d496efe3af4 2009-11-17T09:32:12.895-05:00

It’s not definite yet, but several tech sites are reporting that the Barnes & Noble e-book reader, Nook, could start shipping as early as November 30. A release during the biggest shopping time of the year is sure to throw the eReader market into a frenzy.

It’s not definite yet, but several tech sites are reporting that the Barnes & Noble e-book reader, Nook, could start shipping as early as November 30. A release during the biggest shopping time of the year is sure to throw the eReader market into a frenzy. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9483 Rachel King rking890 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5045414783922800598-42a006ae5be060acc5b5b198957fc03d 2009-11-18T06:01:39.000-05:00

If Asus wants to beat out Acer, the new laptop they just announced might help. The new Asus G51J 3D appears to have been built for gamers, incorporating NVIDIA 3D Vision.

If Asus wants to beat out Acer, the new laptop they just announced might help. The new Asus G51J 3D appears to have been built for gamers, incorporating NVIDIA 3D Vision. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9534 Rachel King rking890 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8581101175762617759-e9271a6aa8726fe0682624b994301802 2009-11-18T05:23:56.224-05:00

Carl Zeiss recently unveiled a new line of upgraded F-mount lenses: eight ZF.2 lenses with electronic interfaces (CPU) inside. The lenses are built to save the photographer a lot of trouble by doing a lot of tasks automatically.

Carl Zeiss recently unveiled a new line of upgraded F-mount lenses: eight ZF.2 lenses with electronic interfaces (CPU) inside. The lenses are built to save the photographer a lot of trouble by doing a lot of tasks automatically. http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=2199 Rachel King rking890 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17594108873635154312-db354fe1a08bc82894bc44a005e26da4 2009-11-17T10:53:07.316-05:00

After T-Mobile imposed a temporary exile for a kerfuffle over some lost data, the Sidekick is back on the market for sale. And they’ve come back with a price drop!

After T-Mobile imposed a temporary exile for a kerfuffle over some lost data, the Sidekick is back on the market for sale. And they’ve come back with a price drop! http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9499 Rachel King rking890 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11694140393813802039-0835ca34d72c74e92d95dad012991dfe 2009-11-16T09:18:06.770-05:00

The rumor mill has been buzzing with a potential release date and price tag for Microsoft’s mysterious new gaming console: Project Natal. Based on a report from UK games mag MCV, everyone’s pointing towards a November 2010 release date.

The rumor mill has been buzzing with a potential release date and price tag for Microsoft’s mysterious new gaming console: Project Natal. Based on a report from UK games mag MCV, everyone’s pointing towards a November 2010 release date. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9371 Rachel King rking890 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17592670001871568109-9b21ba6e55d6f9f14aeee215e191ab49 2009-11-16T09:39:09.742-05:00

it’s not easy to find online yet, the Nokia E72 is officially in stores now. Featuring a full QWERTY keyboard, the Nokia really wants you to to get on board with instant messaging via mobile phone. Not only does the E72 include...

it’s not easy to find online yet, the Nokia E72 is officially in stores now. Featuring a full QWERTY keyboard, the Nokia really wants you to to get on board with instant messaging via mobile phone. Not only does the E72 include... http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9436 Rachel King rking890 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5044695348126179743-56f9ff8af69837013deea2a47837f17d 2009-11-17T10:51:49.795-05:00

Samsung has announced that their UbiCell Personal CDMA Base Station will go 3G in 2010. But other than that, it’s pretty hush hush.

Samsung has announced that their UbiCell Personal CDMA Base Station will go 3G in 2010. But other than that, it’s pretty hush hush. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9508 Rachel King rking890 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8580861363701361949-f6f8dc613004fc6bb3782d3ecc4b2069 2009-11-16T09:41:28.872-05:00

Casio has two new systems lined up for its Exilim series: the EX-FC150 and EX-FH25. Their upgrades from the EX-FC100 and EX-FH20, respectively, are very subtle, mainly some new model codes and backlit CMOS sensors, plus a few other tweaks.

Casio has two new systems lined up for its Exilim series: the EX-FC150 and EX-FH25. Their upgrades from the EX-FC100 and EX-FH20, respectively, are very subtle, mainly some new model codes and backlit CMOS sensors, plus a few other tweaks. http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=2182 Rachel King rking890 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17592190377903915119-42c2f4b2c70964f18b91f00370f35032 2009-11-16T09:16:23.222-05:00

Microsoft is expanding the Xbox's purpose from just a gaming console and a way to access Netflix. Starting November 17, Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and Zune HD video will be accessible from Microsoft Xbox 360 consoles. To access the new goodies, you’ll need an Xbox...

Microsoft is expanding the Xbox's purpose from just a gaming console and a way to access Netflix. Starting November 17, Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and Zune HD video will be accessible from Microsoft Xbox 360 consoles. To access the new goodies, you’ll need an Xbox... http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9412 Rachel King rking890 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17592670001794138794-ad99e44ff4eff2a0ee3a36ddc8737a2a 2009-11-16T09:14:46.750-05:00

Samsung has finally come out with an official announcement of the Android OS-equipped Galaxy Spica i5700 smartphone. Promising to show “faster and more powerful performance” than its predecessor, the i7500, the new Galaxy Spica comes with some handy features, including being the first Android phone with built-in DivX support.

Samsung has finally come out with an official announcement of the Android OS-equipped Galaxy Spica i5700 smartphone. Promising to show “faster and more powerful performance” than its predecessor, the i7500, the new Galaxy Spica comes with some handy features, including being the first Android phone with built-in DivX support. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9431 Rachel King rking890 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4862629185429235830-c0ec3f3bc0461ae21d5bc095724ed811 2009-11-09T07:34:15.572-05:00

There are a plethora of point-and-shoot cameras out there, and it’s difficult to sift through all the possibilities. Here are my five choices for the best all-around ultracompact cameras (though, not in any particular order) on the market this...

There are a plethora of point-and-shoot cameras out there, and it’s difficult to sift through all the possibilities. Here are my five choices for the best all-around ultracompact cameras (though, not in any particular order) on the market this... http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=1999 Rachel King rking890 18 18 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8580621551763993043-1f210d9f907b68c6f80290bc745104dd 2009-11-16T09:42:53.026-05:00

Panasonic has announced the upcoming release of a digital photo frame, the MW-10, which will also feature an audio system and iPod dock. The frame hosts 9-inch WVGA LCD screen, which can display photos from a CD, SD memory card or from its 4 GB of...

Panasonic has announced the upcoming release of a digital photo frame, the MW-10, which will also feature an audio system and iPod dock. The frame hosts 9-inch WVGA LCD screen, which can display photos from a CD, SD memory card or from its 4 GB of... http://blogs.zdnet.com/digitalcameras/?p=2173 Rachel King rking890 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5237880045817600324-1af1a2b98f616ecda8b6b61fd9380132 2009-02-20T20:54:14.236-05:00

5 Tech-Gadget Trends That Will Rock 2009 This week's Consumer Electronics Show gives a glimpse of what's hot and new this year By David LaGesse Posted January 6, 2009 The economy will cast an unusual gloom this week in Las Vegas over the annual geek...

5 Tech-Gadget Trends That Will Rock 2009 This week's Consumer Electronics Show gives a glimpse of what's hot and new this year By David LaGesse Posted January 6, 2009 The economy will cast an unusual gloom this week in Las Vegas over the annual geek... http://www.usnews.com/articles/business/technology/2009/01/06/5-tech-gadget-trends-that-will-rock-2009.html Maharshi Patel mpatel543 433 433 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11692461710252219697-b32d1a361afb65b797c7436ebff5cd3b 2009-11-11T07:28:34.217-05:00

Just in time for holiday shopping, Viewsonic has announced the availability of their sleek new portable media player that can fit in the palm of your hand: the VPD400 MovieBook.

Just in time for holiday shopping, Viewsonic has announced the availability of their sleek new portable media player that can fit in the palm of your hand: the VPD400 MovieBook. http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9308 Rachel King rking890 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5795131161974213335-3577620852c7d41b348b71fbb4712f66 2009-11-10T10:41:37.813-05:00

is giving gadgets another go with the debut of their portable text-to-speech reader, the Intel Reader. First off, do not confuse the Intel Reader as an e-book reader alternative. Besides the fact it has $1,500 price tag (everyone’s still complaining...

is giving gadgets another go with the debut of their portable text-to-speech reader, the Intel Reader. First off, do not confuse the Intel Reader as an e-book reader alternative. Besides the fact it has $1,500 price tag (everyone’s still complaining... http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=9294 Rachel King rking890 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4416082867241224728-778f077199621c9bbbbbc390c0f3ee78 2009-11-11T11:18:54.069-05:00

Gray is the new black. Just as trafficking in black market goods has eroded sales of consumer electronics, a burgeoning "gray" market for cheap look-alike cell phones now threatens the wireless handset industry. Just ask the folks at China Unicom...

Gray is the new black. Just as trafficking in black market goods has eroded sales of consumer electronics, a burgeoning "gray" market for cheap look-alike cell phones now threatens the wireless handset industry. Just ask the folks at China Unicom... http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/nov2009/tc20091111_864446.htm Olga Kharif okharif277 3 2 0 1