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  • - November 15, 2013

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    For just over $50, the Patriot Fuel+ 6000 can charge two mobile devices at once, eliminating the need for hefty battery cases. (4 out of 5) The age-old balancing act between a mobile device’s size and its battery life has no foreseeable end. And for some folks, accepting the extra bulk of a battery case → Read More

  • - November 12, 2013

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    While attractive, the Lian-Li PC-X2000FN luxury PC Case doesn’t justify its high price tag. (3 out of 5) Pros The Lian Li PC-X2000FN is light, can handle any motherboard, and offers an innovative series of cooling zones rather than a single chamber Cons Odd design decisions and styling reduce case functionality, limit options The Lian → Read More

  • - November 12, 2013

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    With a lightweight design and innovative features that can make everyday tasks easier, Google Glass has gobs of potential — and just as much room for improvement. (3.5 out of 5) It’s become the norm to see people walking down the street with their faces buried in their phones. Google, however, is seeking to change → Read More

  • - November 11, 2013

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    The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a solid Android smartphone companion that delivers helpful notifications, but little else. (3 out of 5) Sony was the first large company to release a smartwatch, when it debuted the Sony LiveView back in 2010, and was still ahead of its time when it launched the Sony SmartWatch in 2012. → Read More

  • - September 18, 2013

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    The ASUS MB168B+ USB 3.0 monitor is light and offers a sharp 1080p image for workers on the go. (4 out of 5) Everyone knows that using two screens on your computer makes you more productive. Up until now, though, the best portable USB monitors have topped out at a modest 1366 x 768 resolution. → Read More

  • - September 16, 2013

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    The AOC e1659fwu USB Monitor is a good-looking, portable and inexpensive solution for professionals who need a second screen on the go. (3 out of 5) Users asked, and AOC delivered. The company has updated its 16-inch USB 3.0 monitor to offer traveling business professionals a sleeker device with a sturdier kickstand and better picture → Read More

  • - September 11, 2013

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    The NZXT Phantom 630 is a great PC case for anyone needing a full-size tower. (4 out of 5) Editor’s Choice Pros Fabulous high-end chassis Has a suite of smart features for the discerning buyer Cons The HDD drive trays are excessively flimsy The is a high-end full-tower case that aspires to luxury while keeping → Read More

  • - September 6, 2013

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    Although it lacks a speakerphone, the Bose SoundLink Mini is by far the best-sounding compact Bluetooth speaker. (4 out of 5) Portable Bluetooth speakers now have a host of features, from apps to speakerphones — and some are even waterproof. Ultimately, though, the speakers have to sound good. The $199 Bose SoundLink Mini forgoes all → Read More

  • - September 5, 2013

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    The Bowflex Boost is a comfortable fitness-tracking wristband that’s half the price of competing devices. (3.5 out of 5) Now that every company seems to be launching its own wearable fitness tracker, it’s only natural that Nautilus, makers of the as-seen-on-TV Bowflex, should launch its own device. The Bowflex Boost is an inexpensive $49 wristband → Read More

  • - August 30, 2013

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    If you genuinely need a case this high-end, the well-built, stylish Corsair Obsidian Series 900D is worth considering. Virtually everyone will be happier with a cheaper enclosure. (3.5 out of 5) Pros Well-built Stylish Highly capable Cons More suited to a niche market Pricey No fan controllers Corsair is a relative newcomer to the computer → Read More

  • - August 30, 2013

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    If you need a PC tower that can handle dual-socket workstation systems or three to four video cards, the Rosewill Blackhawk Ultra should be on your short list. (3.5 out of 5) Pros Extremely well-ventilated tower Multiple power supply support Plenty of storage Cons Very high price Benefits will only be appreciated by a small → Read More

  • - August 30, 2013

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    Used in combination with your iPad and a projector, the Belkin Tablet Stage brings overhead projectors into the tablet era. (3.5 out of 5) The Belkin Tablet Stage looks to take overhead projectors into the 21st Century. When used with its app and a projector, this device lets you project images from your iPad to → Read More

  • - August 2, 2013

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    The Disco Twin lets you stream audio to two Bluetooth speakers at once, turning any room into a party. (3.5 out of 5) You Click to Enlargemight think a company based in the south of France would be more interested in producing a robust Cabernet Sauvignon than a well-dressed Bluetooth speaker, but Supertooth believes it → Read More

  • - July 30, 2013

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    Though its internal layout is serviceable, too many weak points make the Rosewill RS-MI-01 BK Mini ITX Tower PC case a poor option. (2.5 out of 5) Pros Cheap Comes with a power supply Cons Shoddy construction Generic power supply Weak internal cooling The Rosewill RS-MI-01 BK Mini ITX is a barebones mini-ITX chassis built → Read More

  • - July 25, 2013

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    The Mugen Power HLI-I9500XL more than doubles the Galaxy S4′s lasting power without the need for a case. (4 out of 5) Want to extend the endurance of your Samsung Galaxy S4, but don’t want to attach a large case? The Mugen Power HLI-I9500XL is a 5500 mAh battery and back plate for the S4 → Read More

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  • - July 22, 2013

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    The Sync Burn fitness watch keeps track of your daily movements and syncs them with the MapMyFitness app, but it’s not quite a first-place finisher. (3 out of 5) MapMyFitness has made a name for itself as one of the go-to fitness apps, allowing consumers to use their smartphone or input workout data from an → Read More

  • - July 5, 2013

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    The i-Blason PowerGlider iPhone 5 battery case features a strong combination of endurance and features for a low price, but it’s not Apple certified. (3 out of 5) iPhone 5-toting travelers need a simple solution to stay juiced up while on the move, and it doesn’t get much simpler — or cheaper — than i-Blason’s → Read More

  • - June 24, 2013

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    The Belkin Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad provides a fantastic typing experience along with multiple viewing angles. (4 out of 5) At what point does a tablet become a laptop? Belkin’s $99 Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad employs a hard aluminum alloy base that’s designed to expand the tablet’s functionality while retaining its slim style. → Read More

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