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

Choices For In-Car Infotainment

Published on April 14, 2005 to Desktop Computers

How can you turn your car into your mobile home-entertainment castle? There are plenty of options for in-car infotainment, and THG gives you some tips on how to choose. Read more

Supersize Your TV for $300: Build Your Own XGA Projector!

Published on November 13, 2004 to Networking

Have fun tinkering and save a boatload of money on a high-quality XGA projector. THG shows you, step by step, how to build an XGA projector with 3,500 ANSI lumens. A new video also provides additional inspiration, giving you an impression of the picture quality you can achieve. Read more

Looking for a Smartphone? Read This First!

Published on December 5, 2006 to Smartphones

All the smarts you need to buy a phone with the power of a computer, not a computer masquerading as a phone. Read more

Video Editing for $250: Pinnacle Studio DV Plus

Published on January 11, 2001 to Networking

The Studio DV Plus is a low-priced video editing card with a digital fire-wire interface. We raised the question: what use is the card when used in conjunction with DV cameras? Read more

Batterylife Activator for Rechargeables: High Tech Wonder or Snake Oil?

Published on April 18, 2005 to Notebooks and Laptops

The Batterylife Activator promises to deliver a true miracle: When its foil wrapper is attached to a used lithium-ion battery, it's supposed to increase usable battery life by up to 30 percent. THG performed a multi-week experiment that put this promise to the test. Read more

Ready For the Masses - Video Editing With Matrox RT2000

Published on December 29, 2000 to Networking

Matrox RT2000 pack is made for users who want to cut, save or edit footage coming from different kinds of digital sources. The highlight of this solution is that it can process 2 video layers and 1 graphic layer in realtime. Read more

Father's Day Is June 18: Stope Stuff for Dads

Published on May 30, 2006 to Desktop Computers

MobilityGuru's editors share their top 12 picks for Father's Day gifts. Get ready for an interesting mix of mobile devices, including laptops, notebooks, PDAs and other assorted goodies. We've got you covered whether you're living on a beer or champagne budget. Read more

A Quality HDTV for Less Than $1,000

Published on August 1, 2007 to Display Panels and Monitors

It's possible to get a nice 30"+ HDTV, components, cables and even a couple of cosmetic additions for less than a grand. You just need to know what to look for and where to find it. Read more

Multi Monitor Madness for Notebooks

Published on February 19, 2007 to Notebooks and Laptops

Add monitor real estate to your notebook with Village Tronic's VTBook. Read more

Which Router Reigns Supreme for P2P?

Published on April 19, 2006 to Networking

P2P may have have unsavory connotations now, but the technology will probably be soon incorporated into HD video distribution. Tim Higgins turns up the heat on seven routers to see if they have what it takes. Read more

Video Editing For Beginners: Matrox RT.X10

Published on November 26, 2002 to Networking

Matrox follows the trend: High CPU clock speeds yield hardware savings and make the product less expensive. For around 750 euros (US$730) you can turn your PC into a video editing system. Read more

New Stuff Added To Best Buys for Back to School

Published on August 21, 2006 to Desktop Computers

We show you a variety of mobile computing accessories including flat USB flash drives, tech enabled tee shirts, tiny folding keyboards, backpacks and carrying cases, security locks, expansion docks, privacy filters, notebook coolers and a piece of software to manage your classes and your life. Read more