Palm Pixi Needs a Dusting of Speed
Palm offers the Pre’s webOS operating system in a tinier package: the Pixi.
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Palm offers the Pre’s webOS operating system in a tinier package: the Pixi.
The new Zune HD offers a rich screen and a wealth of artist information, but it can’t compete with iPod Touch’s app offerings.
Seeking the best, and worst, of both worlds, BlackBerry and iPhone users switch products. The Mossberg Solution takes a look at what they like and don’t like about their new toys.
Apple’s Genius is a helpful tool for quickly making a playlist, but Microsoft’s Zune software truly allows people to discover more about their own music.
Kinoma Play is one application that is desperately needed by Windows Mobile users, and it just might remind them that there’s a better way to navigate media and media-related Web services without needing to buy a new mobile device.
Motorola’s ROKR E8 is a head-turning phone with many built-in advances that give it a smarter interface than basic cellphones. Its standout feature is its keyboard, which dynamically changes to accommodate whatever you’re doing.
Microsoft’s retooled Zunes are notably better than last year’s entry. They are smaller, lighter and more attractive, but remain no match for the iPod.
Movie download service Vudu likes to think of itself as the instant-gratification alternative to running to the video store. But the device, which plugs into your TV and Internet connection, has a poor movie selection and slow downloads.
For people who just like music, the Inno’s radio and recording features don’t seem like reason enough to buy it over an iPod.
Walt tries out iFill, a new software product that allows you to fill your iPod with songs recorded from Internet radio stations.
Regardless of how “wireless” communications technology has become, your gadgets only work if the batteries can be recharged. With that in mind, Walt test devices that are specifically designed to work in emergency situations.
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