Feature Reviews

ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5

ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5 is a great firewall for security rookies, but you'll still need a separate antivirus program.

AT&T 2325

Although the AT&T 2325 isn't the slickest 2.4GHz multihandset system, it delivers excellent call quality at a good range.

Gyration Air Mouse

Gyration's new travel version of its excellent gyroscopic mouse falls a bit short, but anyone with wrist or arm pain should seriously consider something from the company's line.

Motorola Razr2 V9x (AT&T)

The Motorola Razr2 V9x adds welcome improvements to an already excellent phone.

SignalBoost Mobile Professional Amplifier Kit

If you can afford it, the Wilson Electronics SignalBoost Mobile Professional Amplifier is an ideal way to improve your cell phone reception.

Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

Intel's X-25M solid-state hard drive enjoys several advantages over both spinning disk drives as well as other SSDs, including improvements to data throughput, boot time, and laptop battery life. Its one drawback is that it's pricier than even its other solid-state competition, but if you can forget about its cost, this is by far the fastest data drive available.

HP Compaq CQ50-215NR

Despite its upscale looks, the 15.4-inch Compaq Presario CQ50-215nr is marred by pokey performance and abbreviated battery life.

Sony PSP 3000 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack (black)

While there's probably not enough to get owners of previous the PSP to upgrade, newcomers will find the PSP 3000 to be a solid portable gaming and multimedia device.

Sony PSP 3000 Ratchet and Clank Entertainment Pack (silver)

While there's probably not enough to get owners of previous the PSP to upgrade, newcomers will find the PSP 3000 to be a solid portable gaming and multimedia device.

Psystar OpenPro

We commend Psystar for pushing ahead with its mission to sell its own PCs with Apple's Mac OS X operating system. We're also impressed by its continuing efforts to ensure reliability. And although the OpenPro is a better deal than any PC currently offered by Apple, you can get a faster PC overall from traditional Windows vendors.