Katherine Boehret

A Laptop Screen That Promises an Eyeful

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on June 19 at 3:35 pm PT

The MacBook Pro with Retina Display is the first MacBook Pro to rely solely on flash storage and has an improved processor and graphics.

In Tablets, Bigger Isn’t Necessarily Better

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on June 12 at 3:06 pm PT

The Toshiba Excite 13’s huge screen makes watching videos and reading e-books a delight. But for some other uses, the oversize tablet, which will be available in late July, is awkward to hold.

Taking the Guesswork Out of Retirement Saving

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on June 5 at 3:07 pm PT

FutureAdvisor offers investment novices portfolio advice and lets you put questions to the CEO.

Backstage With Aaron Sorkin, Reid Hoffman and Sean Parker: The KatieCam Highlight Reel

Katherine Boehret in D10 on June 2 at 6:44 am PT

What kind of music do you listen to when you write “The West Wing”? Katie Boehret gets that scoop and more when she catches up with D10 guests, offstage but on camera.

Bing Goes Sleek and More Social

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on May 15 at 3:43 pm PT

Microsoft’s revamped search engine shows promise — if users can adapt.

When the Devices Are Done

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on May 8 at 3:32 pm PT

Companies offer a myriad of ways consumers can recycle their old electronics.

A Wedding App That Gives the Guests a Part

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on May 1 at 3:33 pm PT

Before the wedding, the couple-to-be can create an app to keep their guests informed and involved.

In Race to Beat iPhone, One Android Weighs In

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on April 24 at 4:00 pm PT

T-Mobile’s HTC One S is an elegant, fully loaded phone with well-designed features. If you don’t mind the network’s slower speeds, it’s a great find.

Keeping Close Track of Chats, Word for Word

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on April 17 at 3:17 pm PT

Two services let you record, store, transcribe and search your phone calls and texts.

Xbox Grows, With Users, Beyond Videogames

Katherine Boehret in The Digital Solution on April 10 at 3:32 pm PT

Apps for Microsoft System Feed Gamers Hungry for Other Entertainment.