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Somewhere between the army of identical—and always dorky-looking—cellphone headsets and the nonstop flood of dopey wireless gadgets, there are Bluetooth devices that are actually useful. (Published in the February 2007 issue)
Ballpoint Pens: Abusive Lab Test
Some pen makers claim their ballpoints are tougher than ordinary pens, able to write while upside down, cold or even underwater. So we put three models through a three-part test. The question: Do the self-proclaimed tough guys really beat the competition? (Published in the January 2007 issue)
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Winter is a harsh mistress, unleashing cold snaps, ice storms—and a happy, brief blizzard of holiday products. Here's our guide to the best gear to give, get or simply pine for this year, in categories ranging from high-tech foul-weather clothing to a high-def home theater setup for chilling ou... (Published in the December 2006 issue)
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