8 posts and columns on adapter

Toshiba Satellite May Double as Handy Labor Day BBQ

in News on September 3, 2010 at 11:34 am PT

If you’re reading this on a Toshiba laptop, you might want to switch from AC to battery power before continuing. The company is recalling 41,000 of its Satellite computers for fear that they may overheat and injure someone.

How to Watch Video, Wirelessly, on Your TV Set

in Personal Technology on March 3, 2010 at 6:03 pm PT

Intel’s Wi-Di and MediaMall’s PlayOn offer ways to watch your computer videos on your TV, but they are expensive solutions that have downsides.

magicJack: Cheap, Way Overhyped, But Really Works

in Personal Technology on February 17, 2010 at 6:06 pm PT

Walt reviews magicJack, an Internet-based device for making phone calls from a computer.

The ABCs of Wii, Xbox and PlayStation 3

in The Digital Solution on December 8, 2009 at 4:47 pm PT

Here’s what shoppers need to know about the three most popular gaming systems, the Nintendo Wii, the Microsoft XBox 360 and the Sony Playstation 3.

How BlackBerry Models Differ

in Mossberg’s Mailbox on March 18, 2009 at 4:12 pm PT

Walt answers questions on the differences in the main BlackBerry models, whether it’s safe to upgrade Vista to the beta version of Windows 7, and more.

New Amazon Service Streams TV Shows And Films to PCs

in Personal Technology on September 10, 2008 at 6:08 pm PT

Amazon Video on Demand is a good service for people who prefer paying for ad-free TV shows and films.

Cellphone Data Cards and the iPod Touch

in Mossberg’s Mailbox on January 3, 2008 at 12:01 am PT

Walt answers questions about cellphone data cards, cellphone service that works in Europe and tutorials on switching to Macs.

Powerline Adapters Bring Internet Access To Your Entire Home

in Personal Technology on August 17, 2006 at 12:01 am PT

Using small gadgets called Powerline adapters, you can route your Internet connection around your house over your power lines. It really works and it’s fast, Walt Mossberg says. (Video)