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Why aren't iPhones assembled in the U.S.? It's not due to labor costs

The iPhone is manufactured in China and in a very detailed and well-researched report the New York Times explains how it is not primarily due to the higher cost of labor in the U.S.

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Maingear, Origin PC turn to phase change cooling solutions to chill gaming PCs

While Alienware is heading downstream to try to capture a bigger audience for gaming PCs with a $699 desktop, other boutique builders are catering to a hardcore niche that is looking for every way...

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Apple's textbook plan's biggest flaw is that it's tied to the iPad

Apple may aim to reinvent the textbook market, but its efforts so far don't show that it wants to do so openly.

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ViewSonic launching Ice Cream Sandwich tablet for just $170

We don't all need the latest and greatest Android tablets and ViewSonic is launching devices that meet those who want to save money without too much compromise.

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RIM co-CEOs finally step aside, Thorsten Heins to take over as CEO by himself

RIM needs to make changes and figure out a strategy to stay competitive in the smartphone market and a major first step was taken last night with the announcement that the co-CEOs are stepping down.

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CES 2012 wrap and HTC Radar 4G (MobileTechRoundup show #258)

Kevin and I are back from CES 2012 and talked about some of the things that stood out to us during this Las Vegas event. The year is just kicking off and we look forward to much more exciting...

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Apple iBooks 2 with Textbooks may reduce back pain and improve student health

Apple's iBooks 2 announcement with Textbooks could revolutionize the textbook market. Now, we just need to see textbook publishers jump on board and save the backs of our children.

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Latest Reviews

 

Sony Walkman Z (32GB)
The Walkman Z is Sony's iPod Touch for Android-loving audiophiles.

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Sony Bloggie Live HD Camera (Silver)
The Sony Bloggie Live HD lets you wirelessly live stream all your life events with the ease of a shoot-and-share camcorder. But, not without a few caveats.

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JBL OnBeat Xtreme
While it's on the expensive side, JBL's OnBeat Xtreme is one of the best-sounding iPhone/iPad docks we've heard--and it has built-in Bluetooth and speakerphone capabilities.

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PCD Wrangler (U.S. Cellular)
Don't be lured by the PCD Wrangler's rugged build or cheap price. Its weak call quality and lack of trendy smartphone features give this tough flip phone a glass jaw.

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EnGenius ESR300H High Power 300Mbps Wireless N Router
The EnGenius ESR300H High Power 300Mbps Wireless N Router is cheap, and you get what you pay for.

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