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Final thoughts on Windows 8: A design disaster

The biggest problem with Windows 8 is that it wasn't born out of a need or demand. Its design failures, particularly with 'Metro UI' will likely be its downfall. Here's why.

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Razer's crazy new Artemis concept PC game controller

Razer likes pushing the envelope when it comes to peripherals for PC gamers, but it may have outdone itself with its latest idea.

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Computex 2012: Asus booth tour, new Windows 8 and Windows RT devices

The fast-growing Asus was one of the most aggressive PC companies at Computex this year. Asus announced Windows 8 PCs of all shape and sizes, including multiple convertibles and a dual-display...

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Kickstarter project turns any TV into an Ice Cream Sandwich computer

Turn any TV into a smart TV running Android Ice Cream Sandwich with this Kickstarter project.

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Apple granted MacBook Air design patent; problems ahead for Ultrabook makers?

Apple has patented the design of the MacBook Air. Consider how much difference there is between Apple's portable and any other Ultrabook? The answer is very little.

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ASUS Transformer Prime revisited: Still best Android tablet

ASUS hit the ball out of the park with the Transformer Prime, and it is still the best Android tablet months after its release.

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PC makers could earn money from Microsoft by recommending Windows 8 apps

Forget bloatware. Desktop and laptop manufacturers could have a new way to eke out some more money from consumers when Windows 8 is officially released.

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Possible iPhone 5 chassis appears on video

New video shows a unibody metal chassis large enough to support a 4-inch screen.

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Latest Reviews

 

HP Officejet 150 Mobile All-in-One
The HP Officejet Mobile 150 is a useful travel companion for professionals, but you can spend half the cash on the touch-screen-free previous model that performs just as well.

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Shifting World (3DS)
Shifting World's unique puzzle-platforming conceits are hampered by frustrating design flaws.

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AT&T Fusion U8652
The AT&T Fusion is fine if you're a patient soul who doesn't expect much in a handset but wants to make the jump to Android. For everyone else, I suggest you move on.

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Sine Mora (Xbox 360)
Sine Mora infuses classic shoot 'em up gameplay with time manipulation and a grim narrative that sets it apart from its peers in all the right ways.

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Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120-K (Black)
For under $10, you'll be hard-pressed to find in-ear headphones that sound better and are more comfortable than the Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120s.

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