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Cherry KW 6000 keyboard for iPad review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Nick Spence — Fri, 25 May 2012 10:43:00 GMT

The Cherry KW 6000 is a no thrills Bluetooth keyboard that does a fine job of making the iPad more productive.

How We Test Monitors

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (James Galbraith — Wed, 23 May 2012 23:35:00 GMT

PCWorld tests computer products in real-world settings with applications that an average PC user is likely to use day in and day out. To evaluate monitors, we assemble a jury of PCWorld editors and analysts to rate the performance of each product as it displays a number of test screens.

Samsung Optical Smart Hub review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jon L. Jacobi — Wed, 23 May 2012 10:14:00 GMT

The Samsung Optical Smart Hub is an odd duck, but it's suitable for the limited scenario where you want a Wi-Fi router, NAS-like storage, and media streaming for mobile devices on an independent wireless network.

Windows 8 touchscreen devices to be priced higher, Dell says

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Agam Shah — Tue, 22 May 2012 22:43:00 GMT

Touchscreen laptops and tablets with the upcoming Windows 8 OS will be priced higher than their non-touchscreen counterparts, Dell's CEO said on Tuesday.

Verizon looks to Alcatel's new core router for capacity, efficiency

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Stephen Lawson — Tue, 22 May 2012 20:45:00 GMT

Verizon Communications on Tuesday became the first service provider to say it will use Alcatel-Lucent's upcoming 7950 XRS core routing system, which will bring the French-American equipment vendor into the carrier core routing business for the first time in about a decade.

Pure Evoke Mio review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Imogen Stuart, PCWorld.idg.com.au — Tue, 22 May 2012 16:10:00 GMT

The latest eye-catching number from Pure is the Pure Evoke Mio portable digital radio. It's the Pure Evoke-1S digital radio, but with a new outfit that comes in a variety of colours with a suede and leather-effect finish. UPDATED: 22nd May 2012

Sonos announces Sub subwoofer

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Christopher Breen — Tue, 22 May 2012 12:08:00 GMT

On Tuesday, Sonos, maker of multi-room music systems, announced the Sonos Sub. Designed to work with all amplified Sonos components--including the Connect:Amp/ZonePlayer 120/ZonePlayer 100, Play:5 ( Macworld rated 4 out of 5 mice ), and Play:3 ( Macworld rated 5 out of 5 mice )--the subwoofer features two force-canceling speakers positioned face to face and dual acoustic ports.

Elgato announces Game Capture HD

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jonathan Seff — Mon, 21 May 2012 13:30:00 GMT

On Monday, Elgato announced the Game Capture HD, hardware and software designed to let gamers record and share their exploits with fellow enthusiasts.

Plastic Logic pulls out of e-reader business

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Sophie Curtis — Mon, 21 May 2012 07:39:00 GMT

Plastic Logic, the Cambridge-based company that makes plastic electronic displays, is closing its US operations and abandoning plans to manufacture its own e-readers.

Apple patent points to Retina display Macs -- report

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Ashleigh Allsopp — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:07:00 GMT

A new Apple patent filing could add further evidence to the speculation that next-generation Macs will have Retina displays.

Apple patent points to Retina display Macs -- report

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Ashleigh Allsopp — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:07:00 GMT

A new Apple patent filing could add further evidence to the speculation that next-generation Macs will have Retina displays.

Retina display MacBook is on its way, but could be pricey -- analyst

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Ashleigh Allsopp — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:02:00 GMT

An analyst has said that the rumoured Retina display MacBooks are already in the supply chain, but could cost $100 (£63) more.

Apple: We're preparing for 'hardware specific special features'

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Ashleigh Allsopp — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Apple’s AppleSeed program allows a select group of customers to test out Apple software before it’s even released to Apple’s registered developers. These select customers received an email from Apple on Wednesday, informing them that the company is preparing for ‘hardware specific software updates’.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Tim Moynihan — Fri, 18 May 2012 08:24:00 GMT

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 is a top-tier travel camera, thanks to a far-reaching zoom lens. Read our Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 review to find out more.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Tim Moynihan — Fri, 18 May 2012 08:24:00 GMT

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 is a top-tier travel camera, thanks to a far-reaching zoom lens. Read our Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 review to find out more.

Ink-flation: Printer Cartridge Prices Are Climbing Quickly

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Melissa Riofrio — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:30:00 GMT

If you get the feeling that the cost of replacing the ink cartridges on your inkjet printer is getting out of hand, your impression may be more accurate than you realize. Between 2009 and today, the rate of inflation has increased by 7 percent. During that same period, the cost per page of some vendors' inks has risen by anywhere from 4 percent to 30 percent. Yes, 30 percent.

Ink-flation: Printer Cartridge Prices Are Climbing Quickly

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Melissa Riofrio — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:30:00 GMT

Netgear Adds to Its 802.11ac Lineup

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Yardena Arar — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Netgear's first 802.11ac router, the R6300, will go on sale next week for $200, the company announced at a news conference yesterday. Touting the benefits of the next-gen Wi-Fi standard, the company also announced two more 802.11ac products: a lower-end router and a USB adapter for notebooks, both due this summer.

Netgear Adds to Its 802.11ac Lineup

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Yardena Arar — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:00:00 GMT

WD releases 500GB, 750GB, 1TB and 2TB My Passport USB 3.0 portable drives

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Digital Arts Staff — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:34:00 GMT

Available in five colours: white, black, silver, blue, and red.

Windows 8: native USB 3.0 support

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Sandra Vogel — Wed, 16 May 2012 08:47:00 GMT

With USB 3.0's significantly improved speeds, Windows 8 users will be able to transfer all their music, photos and files faster than ever.

Windows 8: native USB 3.0 support

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Sandra Vogel — Wed, 16 May 2012 08:47:00 GMT

With USB 3.0's significantly improved speeds, Windows 8 users will be able to transfer all their music, photos and files faster than ever.

Windows 8: native USB 3.0 support

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Sandra Vogel — Wed, 16 May 2012 08:47:00 GMT

With USB 3.0's significantly improved speeds, Windows 8 users will be able to transfer all their music, photos and files faster than ever.

Acer V273HL review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Paul Monckton — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:39:00 GMT

The Acer V273HL is a 27in monitor that is bulky but sturdy. Is it worth the asking price? Read our Acer V273HL review to find out more.

Acer V273HL review

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Paul Monckton — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:39:00 GMT

The Acer V273HL is a 27in monitor that is bulky but sturdy. Is it worth the asking price? Read our Acer V273HL review to find out more.