Features Archives for 2008

We've searched far and wide to find you the juiciest rumors that the Internet has to offer. Then we line them up and skewer them with our rapier-like wit.

Whether you're planning your vacation or looking for a weekend getaway, we'll show you a few travel sites that can get you where you want at a price you can afford.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 21 is here! In this episode Jeff, Jim, Dan, Chuck, and Louis try to stay on-topic while discussing cellphone laws, T-Mobile's @HOME service, text message pricing, Real's new MP3 store, and more.

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We're back with the low-down on the rumors that are circulating around the Web that is World Wide. Check out this week's Rumor Roundup for the latest lies unlikelihoods.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 20 is here! In this episode Jeff, Jim, Dan, Chuck, and Louis try to stay on topic ... but fail miserably. Though, if you listen closely, you might just hear some of our thoughts on Zoomii.com, Motorola's "last stand," .XXX domains, T-Mobile's tiered pricing scheme, and the eFix dongle (to run Mac OS X on any PC).

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New iPods, cheaper Xbox 360 consoles, and a hard drive for the Wii are all part of this week's rumor roundup.

A die-hard couch potato tries to save money by abandoning his cable plan for 30 days and embracing free Internet TV.

Apple has lowered the price on the new iPhone 3G by $200. But is that really a deal? Here's what you need to know before you sign the dotted line.

Worried that your current media collection might become OBSOLETE? It's a harsh reality that we'll all have to face. Just as cassettes and 8-track tapes have been laid to rest, so, inevitably, will CDs and DVDs. In our Future-Proofing guide, we clue you in on the formats that'll probably survive obsolescence (at least for a while) and how to get your older media — photos, music, movies — converted into them.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 19 is here. This week, Jeff, Jim, Jeff, Dan, Chuck, and Louis dissect the new 3G iPhone.

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Don't have enough cash for Apple's latest gizmo? Here are six ways to knock a few notes off your next Apple purchase.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 18 is here. This week, Jeff, Jim, Jeff, Dan, Chuck, and Louis Tweet, update, inform, and beg.

Plus, it's revealed that one of us reads the New York Times! SHOCKER! (Not so much that someone reads the NYT, but that one of us knows HOW to read!)

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What's the big news on the internet? We don't know ... BUT! We can tell you what rumors are circulating around. Check out our Rumor Roundup for all the rumors that are unfit for human consumption.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 17 is here. This week, Jeff, Jim, Jeff, Dan, and Chuck discuss Netflix, AMD, Zune, Napster, Rock Band, LL Cool J, and more.

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What with many of our regular panel of editors being on vacation (or about to go on vacation) for the big Memorial Day holiday, The dealnews Podcast is also taking a holiday this week.

Fear not, we shall resume our regular broadcast next week - refreshed, rested, and ready to pile some hate on the latest consumer news.

Now, before you EMOTICON FROWN and wonder how you're going to spend your Thursday afternoon without us, think of this short break as the best time ever to catch up on past shows from our archives.

If you've never heard them, they're new to you! (Hey, that kind of marketing worked for NBC, so we thought we'd try it!)

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Like a boomerang you didn't know you'd thrown, the Rumor Roundup returns to hit you in the head with some of the deranged notions, speculations, false-hoods, half-truths, and outright lies that can be found on the internet.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 16 is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Jeff, and Dan discuss things we're not discussing, iTunes pricing, ultra-portable ultra-cheap PC laptops, diapers, and more.

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Looking for a way to make your Economic Stimulus Check last longer? Whether it's groceries, gadgets, or travel, here are 12 stores that can maximize your rebate.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 15 is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Jim, and Dan discuss melted cheese, vacation policies, piracy, and why now is the time to get an HDTV.

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How are we dealnews staffers splurging for our mommies? Check out what we're buying our moms for Mother's Day. Updated with our own Jeff Somogyi's list of completely inappropriate gifts for mom. (Hint: DON'T buy those.)

Need more storage space? You may not need to buy a hard drive. These four online storage sites will extend your hard drive to the Internet letting you keep anywhere from 1GB to a whopping 25GB of data online ... for free. Plus, how to turn your Gmail account into a virtual hard drive.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 14 is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Chuck, Jim, and Dan talk about Grand Theft Auto IV and the potential future of iPhone pricing. Plus, a nerdy tangent on which Star Trek movies should be on Blu-ray.

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By now, with Green Week almost over, you probably know how much power an incandescent saps over a CFL, and how that affects CO₂ emissions. But how much CO₂ is released to power your laptop? Or your flat-panel TV? Even when it's "turned off"? In our last segment of a week of Green features, we take a look at the CO₂ impact of common tech gear and tell you were to find the best deals on Carbon Credits to offset your CO₂ burn.

From solar-paneled backpacks to worm-based composting systems, these earth-friendly tips will shrink your carbon footprint and keep you green all-year round.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 13 is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Chuck, another Jeff, and Dan get their "green" on.

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Want to be green when you work from your computer? "Green computing" really means two things: using less power and building with recyclable or biodegradable components. We run down options that will have your next PC sipping less power and doing less harm to the environment once you toss it.

With Earth Day upon us, we thought we'd share with you a few of the things that we dealnews-ers do to be "green" throughout the year. Come on in and be inspired by our awesomeness! (Well, our greensomeness, at least.)

Looking for an eco-friendly way to dispose of your old gadgets? We've found seven ways that you can reduce your carbon footprint, and in some cases, make some money while doing it.

Deranged notions. Speculation. False-hoods. Half-truths. Outright lies. Disturbing when a politician says them. Hilarious when the internet says them. Herein is our Rumor Roundup. We collect the best tech rumors of the week, then make up lies about them, in a furious slander-campaign.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 12 is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Jim, and another Jeff get all reactionary / alarmist about new consumer taxes, then chit-chat about free software apps that you should be using.

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Your cellphone isn't just for making phone calls anymore. From Amazon's SMS store to Cellfire's mobile coupons, find out if these free mobile services can help you save money when you're on the go.

Ever wonder what kind of deranged notions, speculation, false-hoods, half-truths, and outright lies people are saying on the internet about technology? Well, look no further than our Rumor Roundup. We collect the best rumors of the week ... so you don't have to.

The dealnews Podcast - Episode 11 is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Jim, and Dan talk about HD DVD rebates, Photoshop's Agreement adjustment, more ultra-portable laptops, AT&T lowering their cancellation fees, Philips ending US TV production, the future of media streaming, and how we, personally, move our media around our homes.

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We've hit the "decade" mark! The dealnews Podcast number ten is here. This week, Jeff, Louis, Chuck, and Dan talk about Dan D's Dead Deal of the Week Deek ($5 men's shirts), Chuck's drill, Digital TV coupons, XP "<3"ing Asus, Amazon's move to #2, 32 years of Apple, Photoshop Express Online, and more.

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You don't need a license to post to the Internet. So, what results is all sorts of deranged notions, speculation, false-hoods, half-truths, and outright lies about technology. We call those Rumors. Here, we've rounded up the best of the week in a little segment we like to call: The Rumor Roundup

Smaller, lighter, and sexier than their boxy counterparts, ultraportable laptops (UPMCs) are the Italian sports cars of the laptop world. However, they seem to cost as much too. We'll show you how to save money and buy the UPMC that's right for you.

The dealnews Podcast number nine is here! This week, Jeff, Louis, Chuck, Dan, and Jim talk about how Sony stinks (again), HD DVD beating Blu-ray, Asus, big box haggling, and more.

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The Internet is a-buzz with so many false-hoods, half-truths, and outright lies about technology. But that's what makes them great! As impossible as the rumors might seem, we'll still round 'em up, and of course make fun of them.

Our eighth dealnews Podcast is here! This week, Jeff, Louis, Chuck, Dan, and Jim talk about Dan D's Deal of the Deek, new pro-customer actions from Best Buy and Apple, a potentially horrible new direction from Comcast, and more.

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Watching your favorite movies and TV shows on your PC shouldn't be a burden on your wallet. From unlimited rentals to free movie streams, we run down the top online movie and TV video competitors to iTunes. Read more ...

The Internet is a great place. Where else can any Tom, Dick, or Harry make wildly inaccurate claims about technology and be taken seriously? (Besides in Steve Ballmer's office, that is. ZING!) But, as impossible as the rumors might seem, we'll still Round 'em up, and of course make fun of them.

Our seventh dealnews Podcast is here! This week, four dealnews Editors run through some interesting tech stories from the week and then reminisce, like old-timers, about 10 years of MP3 players.

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Back in August, NBC pulled their videos from Apple's iTunes Store. This morning, they're finally showing us why: Hulu, a new video service with free episodes of shows like The Simpsons and Heroes. Is this a great leap forward that may topple YouTube and hurt iTunes? Or is Hulu full of hassles? We jump through the Hulu hoops to find out. Read more ...

Rumor Roundup In An Elevator
Livin' it up when I'm goin' down
Rumor Roundup In An Elevator
Lovin' it up 'til I hit the ground

There's no doubt that Apple's iTunes is a great service: Convenient and relatively inexpensive, with a huge catalog. But there are other online music stores that cost less, sometimes much less, and DRM-free. And that's a big deal. We compare the top stores so you can get your music fix for less.

Here it is! Our sixth dealnews Podcast! This week, five dealnews Editors debate which components you should cheap out on when buying a new computer.

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With its new unlimited calling plan, Verizon Wireless triggered a pricing war amongst its mobile competitors. But are these new plans truly money-saving deals or are you better off staying with your current plan? Click ahead to find out which cell phone provider offers the best all-you-can-eat plan.

Welcome to our fifth dealnews Podcast! In this week's podcast, Jeff, Dan, Louis, Chuck, and Jim make bold, unsubstantiated claims as to why Apple's minor news always outshines its competitors'. (Sorry, Lenovo.) Plus, Sony's new Blu-ray players: Are they worth waiting for? And, we revoke someone's nerd-card when he reveals he actually hates Lord of the Rings. (No! Yes. NO! Yes indeed.)

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Spending too much money on your gaming needs? We'll show you how to cut down costs without cutting down on content. From free online gaming to unlimited rentals, we'll help you keep your money where it belongs — in your wallet.