Symbiosis Between PC And Hi-Fi Device: Pinnacle ShowCenter

Published on December 5, 2003 to Home Theater

Why has the PC not managed up to now to gain acceptance as a high-end multimedia device for stereo-quality sound and DVD video? The reasons vary, between fan noise and lack of compatibility with big-screen TV screens. But now, Pinnacle has launched a silent player that imports videos, music and photos from the PC to the TV with or without wires. Appropriately called the ShowCenter, the system was designed to fit stereo cabinets. Do we even have to say it comes with a remote-control unit for couch potatoes who can't be bothered? Read more

Head to Head: Silex SX-1000U USB Device Server vs. Keyspan USB Server

Published on February 9, 2005 to Networking

USB device servers are a product concept that's a little hard to wrap your head around at first. But once you understand what they can do, you'll probably want to add them to your networking bag of tricks. Micah LaCombe put both Silex's SX-1000U USB device server and Keyspan's USB Server to the test, and one definitely came out on top. Read more

Buying a Notebook Computer for Less Than $700

Published on August 21, 2006 to Notebooks and Laptops

What can you expect from a notebook that sells for less than $700? What features and components should the notebook have? Where's the best place to buy one? Read more

Skype for PPC: Free Phone Calls from a Windows Pocket PC?

Published on March 15, 2005 to Smartphones

A Windows Pocket PC can manage much more than just data. In this article we will show you how you can use the wireless functions of your Windows Pocket PC to make phone calls free of charge. Read more

Design for Business: Sony PCG-Z1SP Notebook

Published on May 16, 2003 to Notebooks and Laptops

Sony proves just how trendy business notebooks can look with its Z1 series. Can the Centrino device running on a 1.5 GHz Pentium-M also excel in performance and battery life? In this article, we'll answer that question. Read more