Apple unveils the iPad

Apple finally shows the world its much-anticipated tablet device, which includes a "built-in iPod," among (many) other features.

FULL STORY Posted Jan 27, at 2010 10:12 AM   Comments (0)

Apple eyes gadgets with built-in solar panels

Company buffs its green credentials with another patent application relating to solar cells integrated onto the surface of small devices, such as iPods.

FULL STORY Posted Jan 22, at 2010 10:43 AM   Comments (0)

What's the difference: Dynamic vs. lossy audio compression?

People mix up the two types of audio compression all the time. Dynamic range and lossy compression are very different things.

FULL STORY Posted Jan 21, at 2010 02:53 PM   Comments (0)

Will recorded music survive the 2010s?

Music existed for eons before Thomas Edison invented recording in 1877, and music will be around long after the major record companies bite the big one. But what about in between?

FULL STORY Posted Jan 6, at 2010 12:53 PM   Comments (0)

The best audio products of 2009

They're not the cheapest by any stretch, but here are the best-sounding audio products of the year.

FULL STORY Posted Jan 6, at 2010 12:24 PM   Comments (0)

You got an iPod, now what?

CNET's Donald Bell offers tips and tutorials for making the most of any Apple iPod you may have received for the holidays.

FULL STORY Posted Jan 6, at 2010 12:21 PM   Comments (0)