Reviewed on June 24, 2010Though the new Xbox 360 certainly addresses most of the concerns we've had with the versions before it, we don't think it warrants a purchase if you already own an Xbox 360 in working order with an HDMI-out port and a hard drive.TAGS:Xbox 360, Microsoft Xbox, console, Wi-Fi, Microsoft Corp., hard drive, games
Reviewed on August 27, 2009Logitech has met and surpassed Microsoft's recent mouse technology innovations by introducing the most versatile mouse sensor on the market in its new Performance Mouse MX. But even if you don't have a glass table crying out to become a workspace, this high-end input device has enough features and cushy design to make it a justifiable indulgence for anyone who takes their cursor control seriously.TAGS:Logitech, glass, sensor, mouse, laser, industry standard, receiver, Microsoft Corp.
CNET review:9.3SpectacularUser rating:7.2Very good
Reviewed on August 31, 2010Microsoft's new Arc Touch Mouse features a travel-friendly design and some clever technical additions to its touch-sensitive scroll tab. Neither of those features makes it better than a full-size desktop mouse, but the Arc Touch Mouse is different enough in its form and in some of its functions that it should appeal to people looking to make a statement with their technology.TAGS:mouse, tab, design, button, Microsoft Corp., Apple Computer
Reviewed on September 3, 2001XP is a worthwhile upgrade from 95/98 or Windows 2000. Unless you need corporate administration tools, XP Home Edition should suffice for most--even for small businesses.TAGS:Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows XP
Reviewed on September 3, 2001Windows Professional boasts serious corporate administration tools--it's a trustworthy upgrade from Windows 2000.TAGS:Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows XP
Reviewed on May 4, 2010The Kin One offers young people a different and fun social networking experience, but its lack of certain basic features and required monthly data plan will limit its appeal.TAGS:Verizon Communications, pricing, handset, Microsoft Corp., keyboard
Reviewed on September 22, 2010The Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 Web camera offers excellent high-def video and sound quality at an affordable price. Despite using a good deal of system resources at higher resolutions, it's certainly an improvement over stock Webcams. We recommend it to anyone looking for a smoother video chat experience.TAGS:webcam, adjustment, Microsoft Corp., setting, laptop computer, video, CPU, operating system, Microsoft Windows