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ShopLogic: iPhone 3G

Friday was the much anticipated launch of Apple's new iPhone 3G mobile phone. AOL Shopping was on-hand, talking to customers in line at an AT&T Store, asking them what new features they were most looking forward to and which models they were getting. We also showed them a great way to comparison shop online using the iPhone!

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BLACKBERRY BOLD: A Serious Statement

Bruce E. Hamilton - AOL

BlackBerry Bold, Front ViewBlackberry haters and 3G iPhone lovers can stop reading here and skip directly to the comments below. Same for the BlackBerry lovers who believe the 9000 Bold really will be the dissolution of the 3G iPhone. No, the BlackBerry Bold (a.k.a. BlackBerry 9000) is not an "iPhone killer". Think of the Bold as a left brain smartphone and the 3G iPhone as a right brain smartphone, and you'll understand why comparing does injustice to both. It's kind of like apples to oranges; while they are both fruit, both extremely tasty and good for the body, that's about where the similarities end.

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The Modern Computer

- AOL ShoppingiMac Computer 2.4 GHz

Love 'em or hate 'em, computers have drastically changed our lives. And in an advancing technological world, more and more traditional ways of being are getting digitized for consumption on your (you guessed it) computer. From online shopping to making new friends, running a business or just running your life, computers are a vital asset to succeed in modern day society. But still, for many computers are an enigma. So here's a basic primer on where computers have been and, more importantly, where they are going.

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Laptop Computers; Stylish, Powerful, and Portable

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Laptop Computers - Toshiba SatelliteLaptop computers, sometimes referred to as notebook computers, are essential business and educational tools. Although traditionally targeted to "road-warriors", today's laptops keep getting smaller and smaller, (some of the latest and greatest are not much bigger than a paper notebook), and are targeted to a much wider crowd. Because newer laptop computers target business professionals, college students, and general users alike, they have more personality than a standard desktop computer. No longer are you tied down to the black, gray, and beiges of traditional desktop computers. Now laptops can be found in bright vibrant colors like green and pink.

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Computer Parts: A Look at What's Inside

- AOL ShoppingMotherboard Computer Part

Computers are complex machines. Although when you look at a computer you tend to see just a monitor, mouse keyboard and brain. But it's really what's on the inside that allows computers to do the things they do. We all know that without the complexity of computer parts, a computer is nothing more than a plastic shell with keys.

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Computer Memory Basics

- AOL ShoppingKingston 2GB Computer Memory

Just like the human mind - a computer is measured by its capacity to remember. Without proper memory, a computer is unable to retrieve stored information when you want or need it. In other words, computer memory is necessary for pretty much everything you want to do with your comptuer. But unlike the human mind, when a computer's memory starts to slow down or run low, it can be easily upgraded.

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Handheld Games: From Microvision to PSP

- AOL ShoppingNintendo DS Lite Handheld Game

The world of handheld video games has seriously changed from the days of Mattel's LED flickering Football game. And, of course, handheld games have struggled to compete with their larger gaming system counterparts. But over the decades, handheld video games have become to hold their own in the marketplace, even spawning a new generation of users; adults and women. Yes, shoot 'em up games are still out there for the hardcore, but now Sudoku, Brain Age and slick advertising campaigns aimed at the ladies are changing the face of handheld games.

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Liven Your Memories With a Digital Frame

- AOL ShoppingAudiovox 10-Inch Digital Frame

Remember the days when pictures got thrown into dozens of shoe boxes, cluttering closets, attics and basements? Even for the few who had the time to organize photos in albums, rarely were the albums actually pulled out and enjoyed. Nowadays most of our photos are digital - kept safe in tiny memory sticks, digital cameras, online databases and CDs that sit much like photo albums, stored in desks and on bookshelves. These digital memories often stay dormant, untouched and un-enjoyed. Unless...

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Digital Photo Frames: No LCD? No Go!

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Coby Digital Photo Frame and MP3 Player For those who leave their precious photo memories on their computer's hard drive, listen up! There is no better way to display your favorite photos than with digital photo frames. These neat little devices allow you to view your memories without printing or letting them languish on your computer (or worse - leave them on your SD card, or in your digital cameras memory!). These awesome inventions come with tons of features like MP3 players, interchangeable bodies and Wi-Fi capability. But if you are planning to invest in a digital photo frame, whether you choose from Kodak frames, Philips frames, Pandigital digital photo frames, Polaroid frames or some other brand, there is one feature that you cannot do without. LCD panels are absolutely the mark that makes digital photo frames come alive.

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Digital Picture Frames That Suit You

- AOL ShoppingDigital Picture Frame MF-8104

So you've decided to do the right thing and invest in a few digital picture frames, but you're unsure about quality and where to find a frame that fits your needs. Much like digital cameras themselves, digital picture frames have grown in popularity with so many styles and functions available. Narrowing it down to one or two might be a problem. So, before you start shopping, look at your home's interior and decide how you will be using your digital picture frame to make your frame hunt easier. Here are a few tips to consider:

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3G iPhone - It's Official!

Robin D. Aguilar - AOLiPhone 3G

The hype and excitement surrounding the original iPhone release is stuff of legend: tech geeks sleeping outside Apple stores for days just to behold a new revolution. And with rumors of 3G capability, clandestine photos of nondescript brown boxes shipped to a Silicon Valley warehouse, and even iPhone pundits weighing in on what the next generation will hold, this iPhone release is no different. With over 5,200 people in attendance, the Worldwide Developers Conference has been the official announcement birthplace of many Mac products. Much to the chagrin of cellular providers, if you weren't sold on the first iPhone, the 3G will blow you away.

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The High-Definition Low Down

By Jonathan Gromer

Hi-Def is just like the sensation of finally getting up the courage to walk in on that Advanced Calculus class you've slept through for three months. If you can wade through all the random combinations of letters and numbers like 720p and 1080i, you'll find that there are some fantastic deals to be had right now, thanks mostly to improving technology and competition. Ready to make the jump to the vivid world of high-definition, or just want to know what the heck all those geeks and salespeople are talking about? Read on.

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The Age of Satellite Radio

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Satellite Radio - Delphi SA10175It seems that in the digital age our lives are going to the satellites. From telephones to televisions to the way we get directions - it was only a matter of time before the radio waves took orbit too. With satellite radio, you can stop skimming the channels in a hopeless search to find something worth listening to and simply tune in and listen to exactly what your ears want to hear. Jazz, pop, rap, or talk - the big advantage of satellite radio is it's all on all the time.
When the FCC opted to partition the overall available radio spectrum in 1992, giving some room to the distribution of digital radio via satellite, it was the beginning of a new age, an age of all day party music, jazz, or whatever-your-flavor might be tunes, with this announcement, both SIRIUS and XM satellite radio companies made bids to use the FCC space.

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Choosing Digital Cameras

- AOL ShoppingSony Cybershot DSC-W170 Digital Camera

Digital cameras come in many shapes and sizes. The choices can be intimidating until you figure out what you really want from a new camera. Plus, understanding that a digital camera works the same way the old film cameras do, but just uses digital storage for the image rather than recording it onto a piece of film. Best of all, you can download the images to your computer for sharing via e-mail or on a website.

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Digital Camera Reviews Actually Help Camera Buying

- AOL ShoppingCanon D40 Digital Camera Reviews

Ever notice there are more reviews of digital cameras than the cameras themselves? If you are trying to make an informed purchase of a digital camera, but don't know where to start with all those reviews, narrow your reading down to a few good sources and make an informed choice with these simple steps.

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