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No Signal: Homes Often Baffle Wi-Fi From Routers

in Personal Technology on December 22, 2010 at 3:55 pm PT

Geoffrey Fowler tests home routers to see which one best delivers a consistent wireless experience. Most are found wanting.

Note: Walt Mossberg will return on December 29th.

New From Apple: Recession Macs

in News on March 3, 2009 at 6:06 am PT

The rumors were true. Well, partially true anyway. Apple was planning a sweeping refresh of its desktops–but it was one that didn’t merit a special-event rollout. This morning Apple refreshed its desktop line, announcing a new Nehalem-based Mac Pro, a more robust Mac mini and four new iMacs, among them three with 24-inch screens. All three lines boast fundamental enhancements, but also more affordable prices. These days, Apple’s new Macs are not simply faster and shinier, they’re a bargain as well. “Insanely great!” has become “insanely affordable!”
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