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Early Hands-On with Logitech’s Pricey New UE 9000 Headphones

Logitech $400 UE 9000 Bluetooth headphones are well-built and sturdy, and they deliver exceptional sound in a sleek, stylish package.

Which iPhone Retailers Tell the Truth?

Buyer beware is a good idea when making any major purchase. Yet a recent survey found iPhone retailers, including Apple itself, intentionally withhold information from customers about the potential availability of new phones. Is any retailer honest

Intuit Opens Financial Data Service APIs to Developers

Hoping to unleash a wave of developer creativity in financial apps, Intuit is giving developers access to the financial data service that powers Quicken, QuickBooks and Mint.com.

Tech Policy 2012: Comparing the Democrat’s and Republican’s Platforms

Where do the major parties stand on the technology policy issues? Their recently ratified party platforms offer a glimpse.

How to Secure Your Future With Robust Risk Assessment

Richard Gardner, CEO of Modulus Financial Engineering, offers his advice on how to avoid, prevent and mitigate the risks associated with high-volume automated software -- and the employees who wrote the code.

Microsoft Expands Retail Play as Windows 8 Launch Nears

In preparation for the Windows 8 launch in late October, Microsoft plays catch-up on the retail front by opening 32 temporary Microsoft storefronts in malls across the country. Will it be enough to sell a bold, new OS like Windows 8?

BlackBerry 10 Carrier Support Good for RIM Stock—and Consumer Confidence

Verizon Wireless said it will offer a BlackBerry 10 device soon after RIM's official launch, but RIM needs to keep the carrier support coming if it wants to draw consumer interest away from the new iPhone.

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Amazon’s Kindle Fire HD Data Plan: Don’t Be Misled

Amazon says it will only charge you $49.99 a year to download data on the Kindle Fire HD. But the plan is so skimpy you’ll probably spend closer to $400 a year.

Logitech UE Boombox Review: A Portable Stereo System with Serious Sound

Logitech's new UE Boombox is sure to impress casual listeners and audiophiles alike thanks to its pristine music playback, which is comparable to the sound from a full-fledged stereo system, according to CIO.com blogger Paul Mah.