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Intelligent Forms Laptop Pillow Lightning Review

The Gadget: Intelligent Forms' laptop pillows, which not only cushion and protect, but look fairly nice as a throw pillow in your living room. More »

12/25/08

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Comment by johnthevulcan thinks fart apps = ponzi schemes: wouldnt this overheat a laptop.... blocking the airvents an such... 2 Responses | Other threads

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Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Clock Lightning Review

The Gadget: Philips' goLITE BLU, a blue light dispensing clock that helps reduce the effects of seasonal affective disorder, a.k.a. the winter blues. It's best used in 15-30 minute daily intervals when it's dark out. More »

12/23/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by phoenix6666: I understand the basic concept behind this device and the practice in general, but I'm curious as to why it... 8 Responses | Other threads

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Mimo UM-750 7-inch USB Display Lightning Review

The Gadget: The previously Korea-only 7-inch plug-and-play Mimo display, which hooks up via any USB 2.0 port. The resolution is a not-too-shabby 800x480, and higher versions, like this UM-750 also has a webcam and touchscreen. More »

12/22/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by rentahero1: Or you could hook up a real monitor via DisplayLink USB connection and have a decent looking screen :) [www.displaylink.com] for 5 Responses | Other threads

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Ski Resort Snow Report iPhone App Battlemodo

It's snowing all over the country and ski season in the US is kicking off hard this weekend. Here's my rundown on all major iPhone snow-report apps, and my pick of the worthiest.

12/19/08

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By Brian Lam

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Rock Band M.I.C. Combines Microphone, Xbox Controller in One

Kotaku gave the new Mad Catz M.I.C. Rock Band mic a spin, and they really liked the added functionality it brings to the game. The price, on the other hand, got them less excited.

12/18/08

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By Adam Frucci

Comment by douchebagantics: Who do they think they are over at Mad Catz inc, charging $60 for a third party peripheral. They MUST be... 3 Responses | Other threads

software

Adobe CS4 Photoshop and Illustrator Review (Verdict: Kick Ass)

I've spent more than a month working with Adobe Creative Suite 4 Master Collection. I'm impressed. It pushes the envelope again with new tools and enhancements that will save a lot of time.

12/18/08

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By Jesus Diaz

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The Definitive Coast-to-Coast 3G Data Test

After a grueling eight-city coast-to-coast test of the 3G networks run by AT&T, Sprint and Verizon, we've come up with some clear-cut test results. Think you know who has the best network? Think again. More »

12/17/08

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By Wilson Rothman

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MacBook Air 2nd Gen Review

Externally, the new MacBook Air hasn't changed at all since launch. Internally, however, it's significantly more powerful. This latest update shows the difference between being thin by starvation and being thin through exercise.

12/16/08

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By Jason Chen

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MacPadd Aluminum Mousepad Lightning Review

The Gadget: MacPadd, the anodized aluminum mousepad meant to match the finish on newer MacBook and MacBook Pros. It's about the size of a standard mousepad, if slightly shorter than usual (but just as wide).

12/12/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by .king: People still use mousepads? 28 Responses | Other threads

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Lips Karaoke Game For Xbox 360: Hardware and Media Import Review

12/10/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by karmaghost: Jason, what size is your Vizio? The angle of the picture is throwing off my usually acute sense of... 5 Responses | Other threads

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Ultimate Toy Robot Battlemodo

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12/09/08

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By Benny Goldman

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SoundOn Media-210 Wireless 2.1 Mac/PC Speakers Lightning Review

12/09/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by mekane8: This is cool, but what I'd really be excited about would be a USB wireless adapter without the speakers and... 4 Responses | Other threads

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Netflix Streaming Battlemodo: TiVo vs. Xbox 360

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12/09/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by jagowar: no offense but i dont know what you are doing wrong on the 360.... i CAN fast forward on almost... 18 Responses | Other threads

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Uncle Milton Pet's Eye View Camera Lightning Review

The Gadget: The Uncle Milton Pet's Eye View cam is a low-res interval-timed camera designed to clip to the collar of a dog or cat, under the assumption your pet's life has some vaguely interesting non-eating/sleeping/pooing component. More »

12/05/08

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By Wilson Rothman

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iHome iP47 iPhone Bluetooth Speakerphone Lightning Review

12/04/08

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By Jason Chen

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Lightning Review: New Apple In-Ear Headphones

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12/04/08

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By Adrian Covert

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Callpod Fueltank Two-in-One Portable Charger Lightning Review

12/02/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by deadatbirth: funny you should show a Fuze/Pro, cause my battery barely lasts a day... 1 Responses | Other threads

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Lightning Review: Touchgrind for iPhone and iPod Touch

12/01/08

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HydroStar SUB Flashlight With Dynamo-Powered LEDs, Lasers Lightning Review

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11/27/08

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By Sean Fallon

Comment by hansning: how's the flashlight? is it decent, above average, poor...?... 1 Responses | Other threads

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Lightning Review: TouchCharge Wireless Charger For PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii Controllers

11/27/08

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By Jason Chen

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Art Lebedev Verbarius Word Clock Lightning Review

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11/26/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by bucho54: $120-$140 you'd "be all over it"?!?! No... freaking... way. The clock is OK but it would have to 11 Responses | Other threads

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Aiptek PocketCinema V10 Pico Projector Review

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11/26/08

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By Wilson Rothman

Comment by xAnarChisTx: I don't see how it is even worth it. I mean, if it had a VGA port on it,... 6 Responses | Other threads

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Lightning Review: Awethumb Smartphone Typing Helper is Horribly Pointless

The Gadget: Awethumb, a thumb attachment that's meant to reduce hand discomfort and increase typing speed when texting on smartphones. More »

11/25/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by Jrsy is the dude, playing the dude, disguised as another dude: Maybe they're backwards? Jason, try turning them around. They might work better that way.. 3 Responses | Other threads

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Riff Rocker USB Mini Guitar Game Controller Lightning Review

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11/25/08

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By Jason Chen

Comment by macrumpton: Am I the only one to think that the next version of the Wii should let you just play AirGuitar... more » | Other threads

samsung omnia review

Samsung Omnia Review

The Gadget: Samsung Omnia for Verizon, a touchscreen Windows Mobile 6.1 phone that's been slicked up with Samsung's TouchWiz UI and a five-megapixel camera, plus it's that rare Verizon beast that also packs Wi-Fi.

11/25/08

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By matt buchanan

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