Windows 7 is arriving on the scene along with a whole slew of laptops that support the new operating system. Adding to the confusion, we now have devices called “netbooks” that are slightly different than our usual laptop computers. Doing the research and spending time to make informed decisions can result in the purchase of [...]
Hooray! And it’s about time…. Led by the European Commission, major cell phone manufacturers have agreed on the micro-usb interface as the standard for cell phone chargers, thus eliminating the need to replace the charger when a new phone is purchased. Gone will be the many and varied proprietary chargers that are often unique to [...]
On January 1st, the Oregon DEQ implemented the E-cycle program statewide. The Department of Environmental Quality in conjunction with hardware and computer manufacturers is providing this service in order to promote equipment recycling. Individuals may bring up to seven items to be recycled for free. These items include: laptop computers desktop computers monitors television sets [...]
Microsoft has made available to the public free legitimate copies of Windows 7 beta (build 7000). For all you brave windows fans, give it a whirl. Who knows how long this will be available. According to Wired magazine, this is a 30 day trial copy, and an activation key will be necessary to keep it [...]
Hewlett Packard has launched a program to purchase your used (functioning) electronic gear. Simply go to the buy back website and receive your free quote. If the quote is worth your time and cost of shipping the item, HP will send you a check for the goods. They are also offering an upgraded plan, where [...]
