This summer's worst downloads

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	Laura K. Cucullu Features editor, CNET.com This summer's worst downloads What's worse than downloading a bad program? Nothing. Don't you hate it when you download a program that seems promising, only to have it turn out to be the worst thing to hit your computer since the Hamster Dance? Well, we feel your pain, and because we care, we've done the suffering for you. Yep, we've got a list of the five worst downloads, the programs from which you should run away screaming. You're welcome. Read more As seen on CNET TV Loaded: Guinea pigs undercover We get a preview of Disney's "G-Force," Plastic Logic's e-reader will connect through AT&T's 3G network, and World of Warcraft, the movie. Watch this video Today on CNET CNET Reviews Smartphones with Wi-Fi You demand a lot from your smartphones, and making calls and accessing e-mail isn't enough; you want to be connected at all times. There are several Wi-Fi models, so we rounded up some of our favorites. Read more CNET Reviews Sony's compact megazoom If you don't mind its extra bulk and narrow lens, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 is an otherwise excellent compact megazoom camera. Read more CNET TV Flying car drops the stupid bomb In this week's Buzz Report, Amazon wins the e-book war by default, stupidity rains from the skies, and at least someone is giddily happy with AT&T Wireless. Read more CNET Reviews Messaging madness If you can come to terms with its bulky appearance, the Samsung Comeback is one of the most feature-packed messaging phones T-Mobile has to offer. Read more What's new on CNET Auvio Pearl Buds earphones The Auvio Pearl Buds earphones won't satisfy discerning listeners, but they're an extremely cheap option for those who are looking to upgrade the earbuds that came with their MP3 players. Read more  Check prices 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring While not a tech powerhouse, the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring is one of the purest driving experiences on the road today. Read more  Check prices Lenovo IdeaPad S12 (Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, XP Home, black) If you're looking for a comfortable Netbook with a 12-inch screen, the Lenovo IdeaPad S12 feels comfortable and light--but it's no ultralow-voltage laptop. Read more  Check prices Crave corner Are you ready for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox 720? Don Reisinger Epic Games Vice President Mark Rein said in a recent interview that although the video game industry has historically seen console refreshes every four to six years, there's no need to follow that strategy this time around. Consumers just aren't ready yet, he said. Read more High-powered camera phones 1. Sony Ericsson Cyber-shot C905 (AT&T) 2. Samsung Memoir T929 (T-Mobile) 3. Samsung Innov8 4. Motorola Zine ZN5 (T-Mobile) 5. Casio Exilim C721 (Verizon Wireless)   Related Newsletters Stay informed on the tech topics that matter to you most CNET offers a wide variety of newsletters on everything from tech industry news to the latest games and gear. Browse the entire list now. Manage newsletters Other CNET resources  CNET.com  Latest CNET reviews  CNET Tips and Tricks  CNET Living With Technology  Top 10 must-have gadgets  CNET Editors' Choice winners
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