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Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Do You Really Need an Ultrafast Smartphone Network?

This week, Sprint announced that it is expanding its nascent "4G" high-speed cellular network to New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco. It already has 4G service in 55 other markets in 22 states, including cities such as Boston, Philadelphia, and Dallas. But do you want that -- or even need it?

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

The Coming Tablet War (and Why You Want a Tablet of Your Own)

Why would you want another PC? And even more perplexing, why are consumer electronics companies and computer makers suddenly falling all over themselves trying to introduce their own tablet computers this fall? The Apple iPad. It's changed everything, and now the tablet war is brewing.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Chinese Gadget Converts iPod Touch into Apple iPhone

A Chinese firm developed a special protective case -- known as the "Apple Peel" -- for converting the iPod Touch into a cell phone, state media said Tuesday.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Will .XXX Clean Up the Internet?

For the first time in history, conservative religious groups on the right and the Internet porn industry on the left are in total agreement. We’re watching closely to see if oil and water mix, cats and dogs stop fighting, and Hell freezes over.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Protect Yourself Against Social-Network Scams

New threats put your passwords and personal information--and even your money--at risk. Here's how to stay safe when you socialize online.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

The Big Guide to Little Netbooks

I'm a netbook fan -- and I have plenty of company. Their affordable portability makes them a pleasure, whether you're kicking back on the sofa or heading out of town on vacation. Here are few questions to ask before you buy (or don't buy) one.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

5 Sites That Are Better Than Google

These five services are fast, free, and effective -- and they do things that the Web's dominant search engine doesn't. 

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Top wearable tech for the holiday season

Are you looking to put something new on a special person's wrist this holiday season? Smartwatches, fitness bands, and activity trackers are expected to be hot items this year.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

'Tis the season to buy 4K?

What will turn out to be this holiday season's high-tech Furby or Cabbage Patch doll? Consumer electronics companies are hoping it will be 4K.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Why you should be wary of the cloud

Banks are being hacked. Private celebrity selfies are being exposed. And after a massive break-in, Home Depot may have to do some major repairs.

Personal Tech November 3, 2015

Could Apple's CarPlay confuse?

As we head out for our final summer road trips, many of us--whether we admit it or not--will be juggling an iPhone to keep us connected in the car. It can be a dangerous distraction, but one that many people hope will be mitigated when Apple's much-anticipated CarPlay software comes out this fall.