Lenovo ThinkVision L2440p Reviewed: Great performance but viewing angle is narrow
November 18, 2008
The Lenovo ThinkVision L2440p is a 24-inch LCD monitor that’s functional, flexible, and fairly priced. It includes the “ergonomic trifecta” of screen pivoting, rotation, and height adjustment, as well as the “video connection trifecta” of VGA, DVI, and HDMI.
The Good: Great performance in games, movies, and basic Windows tasks; wide screen rotation; screen pivoting and screen height adjustment; practically designed chassis.
The Bad: Narrow viewing angle; eyestrain potential when viewing screen after a few seconds.
The Bottomline: The Lenovo ThinkVision L2440p is a well-rounded 24-inch LCD monitor with a host of ergonomic features many will find useful. It has excellent overall performance among a variety of tasks, including games, movies, and office productivity.
Price: $469.99.
Read full review over at CNET.
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TeleNav Shotgun Reviewed: Excellent concept but lacks many features
November 13, 2008
The new Shotgun from TeleNav is a dedicated stand-alone GPS device with a built-in GPRS cellular radio.
The Good: Route-based live traffic (with subscription). Live fuel pricing. Online trip planning. Built-in 11-million-entry POI database. Read more
HP Compaq 6530B Reviewed: Smart laptop for the business people
November 10, 2008
If you’re in the market for an affordable portable work system, the HP Compaq 6530b might deserve a place on your short list. This solid, standard-issue all-purpose laptop sells for $1195 and houses a thoughtfully arranged software bundle that will quickly help you get down to business. Read more
Aluratek Internet Radio Alarm Clock with Built-in Wi-Fi Reviewed: Full-featured clock radio
November 10, 2008
Aluratek had the forethought to include a connection for your PC media player as well as a 3.5mm jack suitable for most MP3 players. Plus there’s even a USB port on the front panel let’s you listen to tracks stored on a USB 2.0 flash drive. Read more
Fujitsu LifeBook S6520 Reviewed: Good performance scores, lacks 3G
November 5, 2008
The Fujitsu LifeBook S6520 ultralight notebook weighs in at less than 4 pounds but offers a bright 14-inch widescreen, along with an optical drive—qualities that promise productivity in business terms. Read more
Motorola Motozine ZN5 Reviewed: Curves in all the right places but disappoints with low light
November 4, 2008
The Motorola ZN5aims to give cameraphone mainstays like the N82 and the K850i a serious run for their money.
The Good: Access camera mode with a flick of the lens cover. Skinny, with curves in all the right places, the ZN5 is one of the most attractive cameraphones out there. Big, beautiful 2.4-inch Read more
Pantech Matrix Dual Slider Cellphone Reviewed: Sleek phone with crystal clear call quality
October 31, 2008
Pantech’s Matrix dual sliding phone was just announced recently on the AT&T network. The Matrix opts for a more straightforward interface while adding 3G HSDPA, GPS and a slick looking design into the mix.
The Good: The Matrix doesn’t feel oversized—they made it as narrow and short as possible so that it doesn’t feel too Read more
Microsoft Arc Mouse Reviewed: Full-size mouse folds nicely but lacks recharge option
October 30, 2008
Microsoft Arc Mouse’s unique folding aesthetics should appeal to notebook travelers who want the comfort of a fuller-size mouse without the weight. Read more
BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 Reviewed: WiFi calling, better browser makes it one of the best from RIM
October 27, 2008
The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 takes it a step further with WiFi calling and browsing, a better camera and an arguably better screen — essentially it has left the catch-up phase and has features worthy of envy.
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Fujifilm FinePix F60fd Reviewed: Ultracompact point-and-shoot but controls too cramped
October 27, 2008
The Fujifilm FinePix F60fd has slightly more interesting specs than much of its 2008 ultracompact point-and-shoot competition. The Good: Aperture- and shutter-priority modes; sensor-shift image stabilization; accurate automatic scene recognition.
The Bad: Slow; cramped Read more









