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Coming Soon:
A New Zune

The next version of Microsoft's music player won't make any serious iPod inroads, but Zune holds a key role in bigger company ambitions

Higher Hopes
for AppleTV

Steve Jobs announced improvements to the device that are already boosting its appeal, and more are likely on the way

Apple, Google
vs. Big Wireless

The tech giants' mobile software efforts could give developers the long-awaited upper hand over cellular carriers—and even Symbian and Microsoft

I Want My iTV

But I won't be getting it soon. While the technology is mostly in place, the players—from cable companies to film studios—can't agree on how to make it happen

The Bank of PayPal

With new security steps and plans for a debit card, eBay's online payment service is taking on its finance rivals. In Europe, it's even got a banking license

eBay Holds Its Turf Against Google

The online auctioneer fended off its new rival in the fourth quarter. Can Meg Whitman keep it going with her recent acquisitions?

Sifting the
Tech Hits Out
of the Hype

Some new products lived up to their promise, others fell flat, and the iPhone threatened to run away with the summer

Readers Make Their Votes Count

For the second year running, SparkPeople,the diet and fitness site, was voted favorite health destination—by a wide margin—in our annual Best of the Web survey


Best and Worst in Tech


The Best and Worst Consumer Electronics of 2007

Winners were clear in the music player and game console categories, but the dust has yet to settle in the fight over PC-to-TV and next-gen DVD technology
Slide Show: The Biggest Bang for Your Holiday Buck

World Wide Web: Land of Free Stuff

You want it? It's yours. From a college education to your favorite shampoo, it's all happening gratis on the Internet
Slide Show: 101 Best Web Freebies

PayPal, E-payments Gain Online Ground

Internet-based payment services are growing in popularity, as PayPal and others capitalize on fear of identity theft and payment fraud

Plucking the Fruits of Apple Accessories

Makers of cases and adapters must hustle when Steve Jobs unveils another new product. Still, the near-$1 billion market makes it worth the stress
Slide Show: Cool Tools for the iPhone and Touch

Ten Penny-Pinching Ideas for 2008

The gadgets to spring for, the systems to install, and the best ways to soak your overpriced tech consultants for free advice

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