Microsoft returns with its “Ultimate Steal” promotion for college students
Microsoft is back again with its Ultimate Steal promotion for anyone attending a U.S. educational institution and actively enrolled in at least a half course credit. You have to be able to provide an .edu email address to complete the purchase as well. It looks like the price is the… Continue Reading »
Microsoft Windows 7 Beta Build 7000 in screenshots
As many of you already know, Microsoft had announced during CES that it was publicly opening up the beta of Windows 7. Given that, I could not wait to download, install, and begin to check it out. After all, I did have a spare partition that was just begging for… Continue Reading »
Dell adds Windows XP, Ubuntu options on Inspiron Mini 12
Dell has added a few new options when it comes to the operating system on the Inspiron Mini 12. Previously the Mini 12 was available only with Windows Vista. Now, users can now also choose between Ubuntu 8.04.1 or Windows XP. As for pricing, the Ubuntu based model begins at… Continue Reading »
Microsoft to offer free virus protection
You’d think that with all the viruses, malware, spyware and what not on Windows, Microsoft would offer some sort of protection. Well, actually it does, currently the service costs $49.95 per year and is called Microsoft Live OneCare. It’s one of the many things Microsoft has that’s easy to forget… Continue Reading »
Dell Inspiron Mini 12 now available in the US, priced from $549
Dell has officially made their latest Inspiron Mini available in the US. Customers can now visit Dell and purchase the Inspiron Mini 12, but sadly the configurations seem a little limited and may not be ideal for everyone. Dell is offering the Inspiron Mini 12 in three configurations, which begin… Continue Reading »
Windows 3.x reaches end of life
Most recently we were seeing plenty of fuss over the coming end of Windows XP, but it turns out that another, much older Windows OS has finally been discontinued. Yup, Windows 3.x licensing has been officially discontinued as of this past November 1. I am sure it is pretty safe… Continue Reading »
Vista showing its worth
The latest data released by Microsoft has revealed some interesting truths regarding Vista, XP and security. Nearly every possible aspect of Vista has been attacked, and it’s been labeled as a failure by many who continue to use XP and campaign for continued support. However, data released in the Microsoft… Continue Reading »
Who’s On Crack in tech: Halloween edition
Each year we are offered tricks and treats by tech companies. Some products turn out better than we hope and some far worse than we ever imagined. For this Halloween Who’s on Crack, let’s take a look at who has offered more treats than tricks. As promised, I am not… Continue Reading »
Microsoft takes centerstage with Windows 7, web-based office application
At the 2-day Microsoft sponsored Professional Developers Conference which started yesterday, Microsoft gave a sneak peak at its upcoming Windows 7 OS as well as a preview of its newest take on cloud computing via a web-based application of its Microsoft Office application - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. Microsoft… Continue Reading »
Dell introduces the next up in their line of sleek netbooks: the Inspiron Mini 12
So, Dell comes out with a new netbook. At first, the Mini 12 was just a rumor, but it is all official. It comes complete with a 12-inch display (up from their earlier Mini 9 model), although it is pretty much geared for the same crowd. According to Dell, it… Continue Reading »
Experience what it’s like to download at unlimited speeds from a massive collection of over 800 Terabytes of user uploads. You’ll max out your Internet connection downloading a file in… Continue Reading »
Black Friday 2009
Black Friday is almost here! Gadgetell's got you covered with all the latest news on who's offering the best deals. Dangerous crowds? You're on your own.
Palm Pre Information & Updates
Palm just introduced their next-gen smartphone, the Palm Pre, and next-gen operating system, Palm webOS. Gadgetell's got the latest Pre and webOS information and news for you right here.



