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Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Summer 2012)

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Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Summer 2012)


Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Summer 2012)

Posted: 25 Jun 2012 10:52 PM PDT

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Good: The new 11-inch MacBook Air has third-gen Intel Core i5 and i7 processors, USB 3.0 ports, slightly improved battery life, and a lower price on the higher-end model.
Bad: The Air still has relatively few ports and an expensive starting $999 price for only a 64GB SSD -- and that 11-inch screen feels small for its size.
Bottom Line: The new 11-inch MacBook Air is every bit as fast as the 13-inch Air, despite its smaller size, but you'll give up 2 hours of battery life in the bargain. [Read more]

LG Optimus Vu (unlocked)

Posted: 25 Jun 2012 09:45 PM PDT

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Good: The LG Optimus Vu is NFC-enabled, it has a decent screen, and for its size it's slim and lightweight.
Bad: The Vu is expensive, its aspect ratio is odd, it runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread, and you have to carry the stylus separately.
Bottom Line: Though the Optimus Vu fits into the novel "phablet" category, forking over $900 for any Gingerbread phone isn't worth it, no matter what the screen size. [Read more]

Dell XPS One 2710

Posted: 25 Jun 2012 07:25 PM PDT

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Good: The Dell XPS One 2710 boasts speedy performance and the highest screen resolution among 27-inch Windows all-in-ones.
Bad: The overly glossy screen and a limited OSD take away from the display, and the absence of Blu-ray is strange at this price.
Bottom Line: The pixel-dense Dell XPS One 2710 is one of the best Windows-based all-in-ones available and, barring a new iMac, an easy high-end recommendation. [Read more]

Falcon Northwest Tiki (Core i7 3770K)

Posted: 25 Jun 2012 07:01 AM PDT

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Good: The Falcon Northwest Tiki innovates the slim tower gaming PC, jamming more hardware inside than you may have thought possible.
Bad: The granite base isn't for everyone, and the limitations of the slim tower design seem harsh given the Tiki's high price tag.
Bottom Line: We don't recommend the Falcon Northwest Tiki for general purpose high-end gaming, but this system is your best bet if you want a luxury-priced blend of speed and space savings. [Read more]

Sony NSZ-GS7

Posted: 25 Jun 2012 05:00 AM PDT

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Good: The Sony NSZ-GS7 has a vastly improved, double-sided remote for Google TV, with a large touch pad and a full keyboard. It's a small, stylish box and the only current set-top box that supports Google TV.
Bad: The Google TV software continues to disappoint. There aren't dedicated apps for major streaming services like Amazon Instant, Hulu Plus, and MLB.TV, nor is Google's own movie rental service supported. Major content providers like ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, Comedy Central, and MTV still block Google TV's software from streaming browser-based video. And the software is still buggy and difficult to use.
Bottom Line: The Sony NSZ-GS7 has sleek hardware and an innovative remote, but it's hampered by the still too-limited and frustrating Google TV software. [Read more]

Asus Transformer Pad Infinity (TF700)

Posted: 22 Jun 2012 01:10 AM PDT

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Good: The Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700's high-resolution screen rivals the new iPad's display in sharpness and clarity. Also, apps launch quickly, GPS works well, and its rear camera is the best I've seen on any Android tablet. The tablet's body has the same great thin and light design as the Prime.
Bad: So far, not enough Android apps take advantage of the TF700's higher pixel count. Also, its battery life isn't as good as the Prime's.
Bottom Line: The Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700 is one of the fastest Android tablets out there, combining an already proven design with a better camera, a faster processor, and a beautiful screen. [Read more]

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