GIZMOS Batteries and GPS phones cut costs and guide trips
Par ents magazine suggests premium alkaline batteries for motors and regulars for remotes, plus a tester under $10 to check old cells. Reusable rechargeable AAs cost about $10 for two plus a charger and can be used up to 1,000 times. KDDI combines GPS with EZ Navi Walk in three models to search landmarks and provide spoken directions.
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SideStep offers browser independent hotel price search
Comparison shopping for hotels becomes easier as SideStep unveils a no download price research interface. The Santa Clara company searches multiple online databases for cheapest options and presents them in one window. Future plans include airline and rental car searches in three or four months. Details at sidestephotels.com.
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Classic arcade games available online for free play
A Gazette wire service note highlights a site offering free browser based versions of Pacman Asteroids Space Invaders Tetris Frogger Donkey Kong and more. No installation required and games run directly in the browser.
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Impressive 64-bit laptop from eMachines M6807 review
The M6807 64-bit notebook costs 1549 dollars after rebate and runs 32-bit software well with an AMD Athlon 64. It features a 15.4 inch widescreen, 60 GB hard drive, 512 MB RAM, DVD drive, 802.11g, and bundled software. It weighs 8.7 pounds, runs hot, yet delivers solid performance for games and DVD movies. It targets desktop replacement use with a bulky build and long battery life of about 2 hours 30 minutes.
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Online DVD rentals reshape movie access and stores
Netflix leads a growing market of Internet based rentals with 1.5 million subscribers offering unlimited monthly streaming of three DVDs at a time. Wal Mart and Blockbuster expand into online film rental while critics warn competition from video on demand may intensify.
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DVD rot debate prompts caution on labels and backups
A Tribune reader discusses DVD rot linked to homemade labels and disc wobble. Experts note that coffee stains can appear if the middle data layer is damaged, advising immediate backups and safe storage, with a reader contact for further discussion.
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