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5 Gadgets to Make Business Travel a Little Easier

3/14/11 at 10:00 PM

We all have to suffer through endless delays, security patdowns and cramped airplane seats. But the right tech toys can make your stay at the airport and time in the air a little more enjoyable. Continue Reading

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Using the iPad for Business: 5 Things You Need to Know

3/02/11 at 11:30 PM

Knowing the right tricks, apps and accessories can make your iPad -- especially the new and improved iPad 2 -- a trusty travel companion both inside and outside the office. How to make Apple's popular tablet work for you. Continue Reading

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Apple's Steve Jobs Unveils the iPad 2

3/02/11 at 5:00 PM

Apple's CEO, who is still on medical leave, made a surprise appearance on Wednesday to announce the next-generation iPad. Continue Reading

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Nay Games

Bubble Ball's Robert Nay: How a 14-Year-Old Built the No. 1 iPhone Game

1/26/11 at 11:00 PM

Robert Nay, the creator of Bubble Ball, recently dethroned Angry Birds as the top free game in Apple's App Store. Continue Reading

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Will the Next iPhone Replace Your Wallet?

1/26/11 at 10:00 PM

The next iPhones and iPads may include "near field communication" chips, which would allow users to make purchases just by waving the popular Apple devices. Continue Reading

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CES Recap: A Look at the Top Business Gadgets

1/10/11 at 5:00 PM

Motorola, Sony and other companies unveiled products at the annual Consumer Electronics Show that are likely to tempt business users in the year ahead. Continue Reading

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The Verizon iPhone: Coming Soon

1/03/11 at 5:00 PM

And according to the latest rumors, maybe sooner than you think. A look at when the iPhone may finally come to Verizon and what it means for consumers. Continue Reading

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The Best Apps for Road Warriors

12/28/10 at 9:00 PM

From reporting an accident to finding the nearest mechanic, a host of new iPhone and Android apps help make driving a lot easier. Just keep both hands on the wheel. Continue Reading

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Kensington

9 iPad Cases with Style and Substance

12/28/10 at 4:00 PM

The iPad is a sleek, technological marvel. It's also really easy to scratch and break. A look at some of the best cases for protecting your Apple supertablet. Continue Reading

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The iPad 2, iPhone 5, Verizon and More: What to Expect from Apple in 2011

12/27/10 at 10:30 PM

Will the iPhone finally come to Verizon? When can we expect the new iPad? A look at Apple's big plans for the year to come. Continue Reading

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Startup mPayy Takes on PayPal with Mobile Payments

12/14/10 at 4:30 PM

The Chicago-based startup hopes to become an alternative to PayPal and credit and debit cards by focusing on the mobile space and charging merchants lower transaction fees. Continue Reading

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4 Google Apps That Can Make Your Smartphone Smarter

12/12/10 at 7:00 PM

Apple's App Store may command the spotlight, but the Google Apps Marketplace features a growing number of tools for smartphones. Continue Reading

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What Are the Best Android Apps?

11/22/10 at 8:30 PM

The iPhone may generate all the buzz, Android-powered phones continue to outsell it. A look at some of the best Android apps for business users. Continue Reading

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Sprint

Can This Case Turn Your iPod into an iPhone?

11/12/10 at 4:00 PM

The ZTE Peel, combined with a Sprint 3G plan, can add voice, data and mobile hotspot capabilities to an iPod Touch -- without a contract. Continue Reading

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What Are the Best iPhone and iPad Apps?

11/07/10 at 9:00 PM

Apple's superphone and supertablet are great for listening to music and watching movies, but a growing suite of business apps makes them more useful than ever. Continue Reading

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