laptop-review: January 2013

Researchers use Twitter to track flu outbreak

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		Researchers use Twitter to track flu outbreak 01.30.2013 12:50 PM Researchers at Johns Hopkins University are using Twitter to track what has been a particularly severe flu season across the U.S.

		Review: CopyTrans Photo offers pricey iPhone photo management 01.31.2013 11:04 AM For the price, CopyTrans Photos should make it a lot easier to import new photos from your phone to your computer.

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		Arma Tactics coming to Project Shield 01.30.2013 1:53 PM The guys who brought us the realistic military sim Arma II help kick off Project Shield's launch with Arma Tactics.

		Office 365 vs. Office 2013: Should you rent or own? 01.30.2013 1:55 PM For individuals, there is no one answer when it comes to buying or renting Office. Let's take a closer look at your options and consider the pros and cons.

		Pay-as-you-go Office 365 cripples apps if subscription expires 01.30.2013 2:03 PM Microsoft's new pay-as-you-go Office 365 subscription plans differ from traditional buy-once software in one important aspect: When customers stop paying, the applications stop working.

		BlackBerry takes on the smartphone world 01.30.2013 2:15 PM BlackBerry has a new name, a new look, and two new phones. Can these major changes save the company?

		Premium YouTube channels to cost $1 to $5 per month, report says 01.30.2013 2:46 PM YouTube could be preparing to get into the subscription video business this spring, if one report proves accurate.

		New BlackBerry Z10 and Q10 smartphones: first impressions 01.30.2013 3:15 PM The new BlackBerry Z10 and the BlackBerry Q10 smartphones are the cornerstones of BlackBerry's reinvention. Here are our first impressions after using them both at the BlackBerry event Wednesday.

		BlackBerry looks beyond business with entertainment push 01.30.2013 4:00 PM BlackBerry is focusing on streaming media and touting its entertainment partnerships as part of BlackBerry 10s launch.

		10 open source projects to watch this year 01.30.2013 5:39 PM Black Duck Software's 'Rookies of the Year' awards reveal a heightened focus on JavaScript and mobile.

		Facebook quarterly revenue jumps 40 percent as mobile overtakes Web use 01.30.2013 9:51 PM Facebook posted a revenue increase of 40 percent in the fourth quarter as the number of daily mobile users exceeded daily Web users for the first time ever, the company reported.

		Faster, better, stronger: Get your PC in tip-top shape 01.31.2013 3:00 AM Is your PC bogging down? It's time to purge the junk, protect your precious files, and ultimately improve performance!

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Go green and save money with a programmable thermostat

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		Go green and save money with a programmable thermostat 01.24.2013 3:30 AM We put three programmable thermostats to the test to find out which is the most powerful, flexible, likely to reduce your energy bill.

		Master of channels: Finding the best Roku has to offer 01.24.2013 3:30 AM Roku devices offer hundreds of entertainment channels. Here are some of the best; plus, how to find and install unofficial channels to extend your viewing pleasure.

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		How to draw up a Super Bowl HDTV game plan 01.26.2013 3:00 AM Before we get to Harbaugh vs. Harbaugh, it's time to think about LCD vs. plasma. If you're buying a new set for the big game, here are the things to consider.

		Review: Logitech UE Smart Radio a solid music-streaming radio hampered by software 01.28.2013 5:00 AM The UE Smart Radio is a capable music streamer with access to both your local tunes and all the online services you could want. The rechargeable battery makes the compact unit even more portable. What holds the Smart Radio back from being a better product is the flaky desktop and mobile software.

		I fought the cord, and the cord won 01.29.2013 6:00 AM Lex Friedman tried to cut the cord with his cable television provider, in favor of services like Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon. It didn't take.

		Apple TV 5.2 update adds Bluetooth keyboard support, AirPlay sending, and more 01.28.2013 11:44 AM Apple on Monday updated the Apple TV's software with features that enable support for Bluetooth keyboards, sending AirPlay audio, and streaming iTunes in the Cloud.

		The best and worst new TV shows of spring 01.25.2013 10:00 AM As many fall TV shows come to an end, there are some good and some terrible new programs to take their place.

		Review: Garmin Forerunner 910XT is a great gadget for beginners 01.28.2013 9:00 AM Garmin's Forerunner 910txt is one of the most advanced fitness devices on the market - and surprisingly easy to use.

		Digital Reading Room: The next big thing 01.28.2013 1:30 PM From dinosaurs to Big Data, our biweekly look at content-rich apps tackles some big topics in this latest installment.

		GameStick, flush with Kickstarter cash, revamps its controller 01.29.2013 9:10 AM The game controller now seems a lot more usable thanks to the redesign

		New video standard is expected to be a bandwidth buster 01.26.2013 10:00 AM The emerging standard HEVC codec promises better, faster HD video without clogging wireless networks, and will ably support 4K TV.

		Display retro pixel art from your Android device with Pixel 01.29.2013 5:00 AM Love pixel art? Create pixel art? Pixel wants to anoint your walls with framed examples of it, beamed directly from your Android device.