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A relatively new invention, the netbook was designed as a mini-laptop primarily for basic word processing and the odd bit of web surfing. However, as technology has advanced, it has [...]

In the world of digital content creation--and perhaps more so than in any other industry--many of us define ourselves by our work. How many times have you described yourself by […]

The news, if not entirely unexpected, still carried an explosive impact when Wal-Mart mandated two years ago that its 100 largest suppliers be delivering pallets and cases equipped with RFID […]

In old-time movies, mustachioed villains were forever dragging fair-haired heroines to the railroad tracks while courageous heroes galloped to the rescue. Never once did the villain succeed, which allowed the […]

A LONGTIME ADVOCATE OF CPU SPEED AT ANY PRICE, INTEL IS SLOWING THINGS DOWN WITH ITS NEW CENTRINO mobile platform--and that's a good thing. Rather than simply raising the clock […]

Together with Macs and laser printers, flatbed scanners helped herald the desktop-publishing revolution of the 1980s. By the mid-1990s, flatbed scanners had shrunk in size and plummeted in price (some […]

The Tablet PC, a new class of pen-based mobile computers, brings an old fable to mind. With the birds and animals poised for a battle, both sides ask the bat […]

No longer just a niche market, blade servers are becoming increasingly popular, and shipments are expected to rapidly accelerate through 2006, according to IMEX Research, in San Jose (see figure). […]

In the same way that digital cameras have revolutionized how we take pictures, ink jet printers have revolutionized how we print them. Gone are the days of waiting two weeks […]

The new generation of one-pass color laser and network printers represents a quantum leap forward in color quality and speed. Here at Presentations, we usually dismiss "new paradigm" claims as […]

HP's DeskJet 960c stands out in an evaluation of under-$1,000 computer printers. It is characterized as the best all-round printer with the best print quality in standard mode.

The digital-photography industry has had more than a decade to mature and presenters stand to benefit. Today's digital cameras produce high-resolution images, are easy to use and have most of [...]

HP's $2,749 LaserJet 2200dtn stands out in an evaluation of six workgroup printers. It provides parallel, USB and network connectivity, and it produces high-quality output.

A good color inkjet printer can be bought for $200 or less. To get your money's worth, though, you should step back and evaluate the real costs. To help you, [...]

HP DESKJET 350 * 50 nozzles black printhead and optional colour from 48 nozzles printhead. * Print speed: (black) 2 ppm LQ. up to 3ppm draft. Colour: 4-7ppm. * Resolution: […]

Two flatbed color scanners stand out in an evaluation of six: Canon's $199 CanoScan N670U; and HP's $449 Scanjet 5400c. The formers is judged to be excellent for home, office or school use; and the latter is a large device with many added features and options.

Analysis FIRST IMPRESSIONS BASED on the physical design of the multifunction device (MFD) influenced our testers' initial judgements concerning overall functionality and usability. Immediately they preferred the flatbed models, which […]

Multifunction devices (MFDs) provide many advantages in terms of convenience and desk space, but do they force you to compromise on performance and quality? We tested eight all-in-one products, evaluating […]

IS THE ONE-HOUR film lab down the street too slow for you? With a digital camera and a low-cost in jet printer, you can enjoy instant gratification: Snap pictures during […]

Although the Hewlett-Packard HP48 has its advantages as well as its constraints, it is found in almost every surveying firm and is the only field computer in many. Surveyors Module [...]

Virtually every inkjet printer these days claims to offer photo-realistic output. In most cases, it's probably not too far from the truth, as inkjet technology continues to improve: faster machines, […]

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Today's digital cameras offer megapixel resolution at a price point around $1,500, with top-of-the-line models selling for $2,500; the ratio of quality to price improves constantly. Sixteen digital cameras from leading vendors are reviewed. Most include zoom capability and IrDA and USB interfaces; high-capacity rechargeable batteries also let users take more pictures with the zoom mechanism, which tends to drain power. The top-rated units are Nikon's Coolpix 700 and Olympus' C-2000 Zoom. Both produce excellent images in a wide range of conditions and are extremely well designed. The Nikon is especially easy to use and is priced below average. Kodak's DC240 earns a strong recommendation as well, offering a USB interface, but is more difficult to use than the Nikon or Olympus. Some other cameras are outstanding in specific areas; the Canon PowerShot Pro70 is the fastest and most expandable unit, while the Kodak DC265 offers advanced connectivity.

Six Personal digital assistants (PDA) are examined and evaluated. The products are: Compaq's Aero; HP's Jornada; the Psion 5; the Palm 5; the Nokia 9110; and Philips' Nino. deciding among them is a matter of personal preference. For those who want Windows' interface, devices that support Windows CE, which include the products from Compaq, HP, Palm and Philips, provide comparable functionality. The Palm V stands out for its style, and the Psion 5 has outstanding functionality.

The $349 HP Deskjet 710C is characterized as an all-around outstanding product offered at a price that makes it a true bargain. Printing is quiet, and the spooling process is fast. In a test, the 710C produced exceptionally crisp text. The $499 HP Deskjet 880C is also highly recommended. It is fast and prints well, and it, too, is realtively inexpensive. Three specialist photo printers are also reviewed, which are the $999 Olympus Camedia P-330E, the $699 Polaroid ColorShot PhotoPrinter, and the $1,299 Sony Mavica FVP-1E. Of these, the P-330E is exceptionally versatile, having connectivity capabilities that can accommodate cameras, PCs, videos and camcorders.