When to Hold Off on the Latest Gadget

October 5, 2007

As owners of the Apple iPhone recently learned, it rarely pays to be the first to buy into a hot new technology. But how long should you wait?

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Stephen Fry slams the iPhone

Legendary UK actor, writer, director and Mac enthusiast Stephen Fry has published an in-depth report contrasting some of the UK’s leading smartphones, including the iPhone.

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First Look @ Microsoft Surface - Ars Technica

We spend some quality time with Microsoft’s new multitouch computer to get below the “Surface” and find out if there’s more to this beast than sexy animations. We shot some impromptu video, too.

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Vote Now for the Best Computer Rig Ever (PICS)

73 computer rig submissions later —some absolutely amazing some completely cheaptasic— Gizmodo is running now the final vote for their Readers’ Best Computer Rig. They have made a short list, but you can vote for whatever you want, including a guy who has an anti-aircraft gun and a bazooka next to its multi-screen rig.

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You Won’t Find an iCache in My Pocket

I would have a hard time consolidating all of my personal and/or business financial information through one website or product. Even if it is very secure, there is always a way for potential hackers to gain access and rather than losing, lets say one account, they now have access to everything.

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Rocket-Powered 21-Foot Long X-Wing Model Actually Flies (PICS)

Andy Woerner and his crazy rocketeer friends have built a 21-foot long X-Wing model that can actually fly. Yes, this is a real X-Wing powered by four solid-fuel rocket engines complete with radio-controlled moving wings. It blasts off in California next week, and we talked with Andy about the project, and how they expect it will do.

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Inside the Nokia Mansion Party: Unveiling the N-series Devices

An inside look at the event which debuted the “iPhone-killing” Nokias. The N95 and N800 devices are advanced, yes, but do they really measure up?

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