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LAPTOP Magazine December 2007 Table of Contents
Jailbreak!
Is Unlocking Your iPhone Worth It?
Three owners sound off on the perks--and the pain.
Coming soon.
Web 2.0 (and GPS) in Your Pocket
Nokia's jam-packed N810 Internet Tablet reviewed.
How To
Run Linux on Top Of Windows
Get a fresh OS without ditching XP or Vista.
Coming soon.
Navigating in 3D
Hands-on with HP's iPAQ 310 Travel Companion.
Kid-Friendly Laptops Face Off
Low-Cost Laptop Showdown
See who comes out on top when the Asus Eee PC 701 goes head to head with the OLPC XO.
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The Year in Notebooks
Revisit the good, the bad, and the ugly laptop trends and events of 2007. Plus, our top ten notebooks of the year.
Make Vista Better
There's no need to wait for Vista's Service Pack 1. You can solve some of the biggest complaints today with our tips and tricks.
Ultimate Road-Warrior Gifts
Keep yourself and your mobile professional out of the returns line this year with these high-tech choices for every budget.
Remote Control
We rate the top support services that take over your PC for true hands-on troubleshooting and tech support.

ARRIVALS

Why the T-Mobile Shadow breaks the smart phone mold; a GPS navigator made for off-road adventures; and a formidable challenger to the nano.

MOBILE IMPACT

Blackberry Addicts Don't Care
Mobile e-mail addicts will tell you they have a serious problem--as soon as they're done replying to that message.
 
Privacy Watch: When the Search Term Is You
People search engines specialize in gathering all of your personal info into one place. And you might not like the results.
 
Stylish or Lame?
Fashionable females sound off on the latest headset styles.
 
Now that's Cheap
We ask Asus why the company believes its $299 notebook will change the face of mobile computing.
 
Dubious Mobile Achievement Awards
The price drop, the dead carriers, and the hype over nothing.
 
On the Radar
How IBM plans to cram 1,000 terabytes into your pocket.

BUSINESS EDGE

Feed the Beast 
How to deliver RSS feeds to your workers in the field--and keep them one step ahead of the competition.
 
Surf Safer in Hotspots 
Follow these simple steps to stay connected safely via Wi-Fi no matter where you roam.
 
Get Ahead: Clean up Your Online Act
Before you send your resume, be sure those social networking profiles are as clean-cut as your new suit.
 
Best & Worst Powerpoint Alternatives
Check out these low-cost (or free) substitutes for Microsoft's ubiquitous presentation program.

REVIEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Lights, Camera, YouTube!
Sharing your videos online has never been easier. We rate four new YouTube-friendly camcorders.
 
Shoot Like a Pro
Ditch your mediocre digicam and step up to a speedy and affordable DSLR.
 
My 8-Year-Old & the OLPC XO
This ultra-affordable notebook has the potential to transform education in
developing nations. So why does our kid tester prefer his Leapster?
 
Make Windows More Like Mac OS X
Love your PC, but want some of that sleek Mac eye candy? Give your Vista machine an Apple makeover.
 
GPS Traffic Test Drive
We put a navigator to the test to find out whether real-time traffic data can help you avoid those jams.
 
Best Mini USB Hubs
Brighten up your notebook and add more ports in the process.

TIPS & TRICKS

Top Blackberry Shortcuts
These 10 keyboard time-savers will help you get more out of your favorite handheld.
 
Do More With Your Holiday Photos
Get creative this holiday season with these fun projects.
 
The Fuel-Cell Waiting Game
Medis Technologies gives us the scoop on when the heck these batteries will be ready for prime time.

BUYERS' GUIDE

Headphones
Get the sweetest sound (and most comfort) out of your portable player.

DIVERSIONS

Play
This month's hottest DVDs, music, and mobile game releases, including It's A Wonderful Life: Special Collector's Edition.

Tech IQ Test
The Year in Mobile Tech
Are you a mobile-tech neophyte or master of your domain? Test your knowledge with this month's quiz.

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