08/13/2008

Cyber-warfare; Analog VCRs in a digital age

That digital TV deadline is now less than 200 days away. This week on Computer Corner, we'll look at options for your old VCR. Does it really have any use after February 17? (Answer: 'Yes') Plus: the ominous outbreak of cyber-warfare on the Internet.

08/06/2008

Scrambling to fix an Internet security hole

There's a big (and mostly hidden) problem with the Internet that you should be aware of. It can let hackers guide you to bogus Web sites unless you have the right tools to protect yourself.

07/30/2008

New search engine has promise, needs work

This week from Computer Corner, Walt Zwirko tells us about a new search engine that claims to index more pages than Google. Is it the Nirvana of Web quests? Not quite; at least not yet. Plus: new ways for WFAA.com users to get interactive.

07/23/2008

Mobile mouse lives inside notebook

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The MoGo Mouse stores in a card slot of your notebook computer.

Your mouse has become an extension of your right (or left) hand and an essential part of modern computing. But using a mouse while on the road always seems to be a compromise. The MoGo Mouse is no exception, but it sure is an interesting concept that is genuinely useful while taking a novel approach to pointing and clicking. Also this week: We look at a Web site with special appeal to creative thinkers.

07/16/2008

A feature-packed digital TV converter box

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If you're in the market for a digital TV converter box, here's one that really delivers: DTVPal from Dish Network. Yes, the same folks who offer satellite TV service are now selling a box that's strictly for off-air viewing.

07/10/2008

Solving digital TV reception problems

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You should all know by now that the existing system of analog TV transmission will end next February 17. Starting then — unless you already watch your local channels via cable or satellite subscription — you will need to receive digital TV off the air. Many of our viewers continue to have questions about the big switch to digital television, and we address some of them in this week's Computer Corner.

07/02/2008

Free ringtones; free music; free TV on the Web
It's a multimedia extravaganza in this week's edition of Computer Corner. First, we check out some software that lets you bypass those pricey ringtone services to personalize your phone. Then it's an amazing software program that magically builds a music library from Internet radio stations. Plus: a gizmo that lets you watch YouTube videos and other online clips on a regular TV set.

06/28/2008

Computer Corner: Fly, search and charge

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Dead batteries in your iPod? PowerPort Mini to the rescue!

This week from Midday's Computer Corner: A clever new way to look at Internet searching, and a gadget that keeps your mobile gear from powering down. Plus: There's something special in the air — especially if you can't bear to leave the Internet behind.

06/23/2008

Digital TV update: Answering your questions

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This Zenith digital TV converter box and others like it can keep your set from becoming obsolete.

The end of analog TV is coming, and it's something we'll be talking about a lot between now and next February 17. For many of you, it means the TV set you're now using will become instantly obsolete. But there is a simple and inexpensive way to make sure your old analog television will make the transition to the digital age.

06/11/2008

Pocket-sized camcorder focused on simplicity

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A year ago, we first showed you the Flip Video camcorder, a small device that positioned itself as the "instamatic" camera for a new generation. In the ensuing months, the brand has grown to be a major force in the consumer camera market, claiming 13 percent of video camera sales since its introduction. Now there's a new and smaller model to check out: the Flip Mino.

05/28/2008

A versatile digital picture frame

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The Image Moments 8 frame has a remote control.

It only makes sense. If you're going to take digital pictures, why not display them in a digital frame? OK, so they're not as portable (most don't run on batteries) or as pocketable as a small photo album, but digital picture frames are a great way to show off your treasured snapshots.