NEW CORDLESS PHONE LOOKS GREAT, USES PC
Craig thinks that style is important. Your home, your car, your computer and even your telephone should look great! It took some digging but Craig has discovered a full-featured cordless phone that has all the bells and whistles, and it looks great too! Check it out the VTech i5871 in this week's column.

SERVICE ENDEAVORS TO DELETE YOU
Type your name into an Internet search engine and chances are you will find more about yourself than you thought possible. For some, that's a good thing. For others, it's an invasion of their privacy. If you fall into the latter, you'll want to read about a service that Craig discovered that may help to remove you from databases that keep information about you.

GATEWAY 21 INCH SCREEN MOVES IN THE RIGHT CIRCLE
When it comes to screens, size really does matter. With the new 21 inch monitor from Gateway, you can rotate the screen so you can display both portrait and landscape views. It's HDTV ready, has a built-in hub and lots more. And it's affordable too! Check it out in Craig's column this week!

CLIPBOARD WIDGET STORES MULTIPLE ITEMS
If you wish you could send more than one thing at a time to your clipboard and have it remember everything, Craig has found a cool little utility for you! iClip lets you cut and paste text, graphics and more yet it all remains on your clipboard!

TV BOX DOWNLOADS ON DEMAND PROGRAMS FROM INTERNET
Hundreds of channels on your TV and nothing's on? If you have an Internet connection, Craig's found a new set top box for your TV that downloads television programming, movies, sports and lots more on-demand! That means you see what you want, whenever you want to see it!

PRIVACY FILTER FITS OVER SCREEN, LETS ONLY YOU SEE
Is someone reading what's on your computer's screen when you use it in public? Craig has a way you can block out casual viewing by anyone sitting next to you on a plane, in a coffee shop or any other public venue! It's called the Privacy Filter and it's from 3M! Read all about it in Craig's column this week!

THIS KEYBOARD DRAWS A TOTAL BLANK
If you hunt and peck when it comes to typing, Craig may have found a way to turn you into a speedy touch typist! How about a keyboard with no letters? Besides, it looks very cool and it feels great! Check it out in Craig's column this week!

DEVICES MAKE FREE TALKING MORE CLEAR
Voice over Internet Protocol or "VoIP" is the way all telephones will eventually work according to most industry experts. Using the Internet to deliver our phone calls seems to make the most sense. To take advantage of that now, Craig has found two devices that will make your VoIP connections sound a lot better!

YOUR IPOD NEEDS HELP TOO
If something goes wrong on your computer's hard drive, you have repair utilities like Norton to help. But what if something goes bad on your iPod's hard drive? TuneTech is a suite of utilities that lets you repair, copy and maintain your iPod's precious music and other data residing on its hard drive.

KODAK CAMERA HAS WIRELESS COMMUNICATION

For most consumers, digital cameras have replaced film models. They're literally bristling with features. But now there's something new being added and Craig's got a handle on the first one to appear with Wi-Fi wireless communications built in! Kodak's EasyShare-One camera lets you send and view your photos via the Internet, without a computer and without wires! Read all about it in Craig's latest column.

MOUSE USES GYROSCOPE TO PERFORM IN MIDAIR

Did you own a toy gyroscope when you were a kid? Now you can own one as a big kid, but it's no toy! The GO mouse's built-in gyroscope lets you use your computer mouse in mid-air! Read all about this little wonder in Craig's column this week!

CONTROL MORE WITH ONE KEYBOARD, MOUSE AND SCREEN

Have a second computer but no room for it on your desk? Craig has a way you can control both or even more computers using only keyboard, screen and mouse! You can also have all of them sharing a single set of speakers and other peripherals like a printer and scanner! No, it's NOT a network. It's a KVM switch! Read all about it in Craig's latest column.

ONLINE ENCYCLOPEDIA IS COLLABORATIVE ENDEAVOR

Having access to many references sources online is a wonderful thing. But when it comes to online encyclopedias, Craig's found one that's very different. Not only does the information come from established sources, it can also come from YOU! Literally untold thousands of everyday people contribute to Wikipedia every hour of the year. It's insightful, fun and should definitely be bookmarked! Check it out in Craig's column this week!

LOGITECH UNVEILS WORLD'S FIRST SMART MOUSE

If it could, what would a computer say to a mouse? While the question at first may seem a bit whimsical, that question or something similar was probably what the folks at Logitech must have asked themselves when they decided to construct the world's first smart mouse. Read all about what makes this mouse so smart in Craig's column this week!

QUANTUM XL-6000 IS NOT YOUR GRANDMOTHER'S SEWING MACHINE

So many of our everyday appliances now use computer technology. Reading his latest column may keep you in stitches but the fact is that when you combine a sewing machine with technology, you wind up with an amazing machine. We won't needle you to read it but this is one message thread you won't want to miss! Singer's new Quantum XL-6000 takes sewing and embroidering to a whole new level!

DRIVESHIELD OFFERS A DIFFERENT KIND OF PROTECTION

Tired of everything bad that can happen to you when you go online? Craig has discovered a product that ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEES that you won't get viruses, spyware or anything else. It's called DriveShield Plus and it really does work! But there's a small catch. Read all about it in his column this week.

DEVICE REDIRECTS ANY TV SOURCE TO YOUR COMPUTER

The VCR was revolutionary and changed how we watched TV. Then the DVD and the DVR (TiVo, ReplayTV) revolutionized everything again. And now there's the SlingBox. Craig says it might be right up there with those other influential devices.

BEWARE HOTSPOT HACKER ATTACKS

If you use your portable at any of those popular "Hotspots" where you get wireless Internet access, Craig says you shoud be careful! There are people out there trying to steal your passwords, banking information and other sensitive data. Read on and learn what you should avoid and how you can be better protected with AirDefense.

PODCASTING FOR THE REST OF US

Still confused about Podcasting? Craig tells you exactly what it is and how you can create your own Podcasts too!

APPLE'S MIGHTY MOUSE HAS GOOD AND BAD POINTS

After so many years, Apple has finally introduced their new TWO BUTTON mouse! Earth-shattering, huh? And it's called "Mighty Mouse." Craig takes Apple's newest rodent for a spin. Does it take the cheese? Don't leave yourself in Limburger.

FREE-FORM DATABASE IS LIKE A VIRTUAL SHOEBOX

Craig has found a virtual shoebox into which you can put anything such as documents, photos, audio, PDF files and more. Then askSam will find anything you need in an instant! Keep everything organized without having to be organized! Read Craig's column to find out more.

CELL PHONE HEADSET RECALLS OLD TECHNOLOGY

Your cell phone rings. You reach into your pocket. But instead of pulling out a sleek little cell phone or one of those really cool tiny Bluetooth headsets, you're not going to believe what you pull out! It's big, it's black and it's beautiful! Read all about it in this week's column!

SMALL LABEL PRINTER GETS ANOTHER BOOST

Label printers continue to improve. This time, it's not only the printing speed that's faster, some models also hold two kinds of labels at once!
Check out the faster, smaller and better line of label printers from Dymo!

DISC PUBLISHER GOES PRO

Over the years, Craig has watched the Bravo from Primera evolve into their latest model, the BravoPro. This complete disc publishing system easily fits on your desk. It burns and prints beautifully rendered CDs and DVDs unattended, up to 100 at a time! Check it out here!

DVD DRIVE WORKS WITH COMPUTER OFF

Last year Craig predicted more computer peripherals that work without the computer needing to be booted up. Until now, it's mostly been printers. But now Craig's found a DVD drive that works without Windows!

APPLE II FOREVER? MAYBE WITH VIRTUAL II

Apple II Forever? That was the Apple Computer mantra back in the 90's (they even had a song with the same title!) before the Macintosh came along. We all know what happened to the Apple II after that. But don't despair! If you were an Apple II lover like Craig (his first computer was an Apple II), read this week's column where he describes the ULTIMATE Apple II emulator! It runs (of course) on a Mac but once again, you really can have your Apple II forever!

LIGHT DIGITAL PROJECTOR DELIVERS THE BIG PICTURE

Craig has uncovered a new, very small and affordable projector that's ideal for making on-the-go presentations! Microtek's MS4 weighs a mere 4.5 pounds and is loaded with features including a wireless remote with a built-in laser pointer! Combined with your laptop, you'll project an excellent image. Check it out!

SEND COMPUTER'S SOUND TO ANY FM RADIO

Laptop computers are keeping up with their desktop counterparts except in one area: SOUND! Those tiny speakers in a portable just can't produce the rich tones of the bigger speakers that you typically find with a desktop model. But Craig has found a way that lets your notebook make a big sound other than having to lug around bigger speakers. It's wireless and uses any FM radio! Read all about the RocketFM!

BRING YOUR BACK TO THE FRONT

Tired of having to blindly reach around your computer to plug and unplug those connected devices? And how many times have you done more damage turning the computer around which can yank out cables already plugged in? And there are those evil dust bunnies lurking back there too. That's just nasty! But Craig's got a better way to manage those cables with the RePorter that brings it all up front!

HIDE ANYTHING WITH SECRET FOOT SWITCH

The boss is just around the corner and you're playing solitaire! It's too late to hide the screen UNLESS you have a StealthSwitch! Just press it with your foot and your safe! And it can also be used when security is an issue too. Read all about the StealthSwitch.

RIP A CD, RIP IT TO SHREDS

Every try and destroy a CD? Breaking one in your hands can be dangerous so don't try it! Instead, use a desktop shredder that will effectively destroy those optical disks that contain sensitive information as well as credit cards and other resistant items. Check out Primera's DS360!

PRINTER OFFERS ALTERNATIVE TO EXPENSIVE PRESS

When you're ready to print professional-looking labels for your business but can't afford to have them done on a Flexo Press, Craig has discovered an amazing new printer from Primera that produces superior output and at a lower cost! Plus you can keep changing your labels whenever you like, without the associated costs, time and aggravation that comes with a service bureau. Read all about Primera's LX800 printer!

COMPUTER IDENTIFIES ANYTHING VIA 20 QUESTIONS

Remember the game of Twenty Questions? Craig has discovered a website that plays the game! In fact, it's so accurate, you'll swear it's reading your mind! There's even a hand-held version too! Read all about it and prepare to be amazed!

UNIVERSAL BATTERY PROVIDES POWER FOR MOST PORTABLES

Backup power for your laptop is essential yet many don't carry a spare battery. Craig has found a battery that will work on most any laptop so your investment is secure, even if you change laptops down the road or need it for a different model. Check out the Universal Battery from APC.

SHORTEN THOSE LONG ADDRESSES

Craig remembers how hard it was to remember those really long words growing up as a kid. Today, you have to remember really long web addresses and that's probably even more difficult than those long words. But there is a way to make long website addresses shorter. How is that possible? Read on!

AUTOMATED FORM FILLING DOES PASSWORDS AND MORE

Tired of having to type in those online passwords and trying to keep track of them all? And what about the drudgery of having to fill in those online forms over and over again? Well Craig has a way you can have your computer do all of that automatically, and do it even when you're using someone else's computer!

SPEAKERS LOOK AS GOOD AS THEY SOUND

If you don't have a good pair of speakers these days, you could be missing out on some of the best your computer has to offer. Craig looked around and came up with these amazing speakers from Altec Lansing. They'll not only sound great, they'll LOOK great on your desk too!

INTERNET PROVIDES FREE LONG DISTANCE TALKING

Using the Internet to make free long distance calls isn't new and was lackluster at best. But Craig thinks the wide availability of broadband coupled with some new software means you should give it another try. Skype offers a superior sound, more reliable connections and best of all it's free.

NEW INVISIBLE DESKTOP CRAZE. A NEW ART FORM?

Craig has discovered a new desktop craze and it's invisible! This amazing feat of invisibility can be done on your own computer and best of all, you can really get creative by designing your very own transparent desktop works of art! Check out some of the amazing images right here.

WEBSITE LETS YOU EDIT WEBSITES

Now that you have a professionally developed website, why keep paying your developer every time you have to make a small change? Just because you don't have expensive website development software and you know nothing about HTML doesn't mean you yourself can't maintain your website! If you know how to use a word processor, Craig has found a website that can help you to update your website yourself.

RADIOSHARK LETS COMPUTER TIME-SHIFT RADIO

We know you listen to radio (you listen to us, right?). Chances are you also either already own or know about DVRs like TiVo or ReplayTV. So wouldn't it be great if you could time-shift radio? Now you can! Check out Craig's discovery of The radioSHARK!

IMAGEMATE WORKS WITH 12 MEMORY CARD STANDARDS

You'd think that in the aftermath of the VHS vs Betamax wars, we would have learned to make our technology standards compatible. Not so. Painful are the many CD and DVD recording-playback standards. Now it's flash memory cards. So many standards, so many incompatibilities. But Craig has found one reader/writer that works with TWELVE flash card standards! Check out the new device from SanDisk!

STACKABLE HUB OFFERS HIGH-SPEED, EXPANDABLITY

When you run out of A/C power sockets on the wall, you usually add one of those multiple A/C socket adapters so you can plug in additional devices. Similarly, when you need to connect additional USB peripherals such as a printer and scanner to a computer that only has one or two USB ports, you connect a little box called a "hub" to any one of them. Craig looks at an interesting new 7-port USB 2.0 hub from Belkin that is stackable!

TINY BOX LETS FLASH MEMORY DEVICES TRANSFER DATA

OK so there you are taking pictures with your digital camera when you suddenly discover that you have filled up its memory card. Scanning through all of your pictures only shows that they¹re all great so you can't delete any to make more room. And your computer is back home and you don't lug around a laptop to off-load them either. So now what do you do? Craig has discovered and reviews the SyncBox from Macally.

PRINTER UTILITY CONVERTS, ENHANCES, CAPTURES AND MORE

There's nothing Craig likes better than finding a Truly Useful Utility. These gems often go unnoticed amid the splashy advertising campaigns of the big name software companies. This week, Craig has just such a find for you. Lead Technologies has ePrint IV, a special purpose printer driver for your PC that can handle everything from document conversion to optical character recognition and broadcast network printing. It can even do all of this AT ONCE! Click on over and check out one of Craig's Truly Useful Utility finds!

RECLAIM YOUR OLD FLASH MEMORY CARDS

Digital camera resolutions are skyrocketing, which means larger and larger flash memory cards are needed to store the pictures you take. Not to mention how buying a new digital camera immediately does away with all the flash memory cards you used with the old one. What's a poor geek to do? Listen to Craig Crossman, that's what! (And, as it turns out, Craig listened to Computer America correspondent Steve Bass.) Read all about the Keychain Smart Media Reader!

ENCRYPTED ATTACHMENTS DECRYPTED WITH ANY BROWSER

Privacy, security...these are things that concern the modern 21st century emailer. How can you keep your emails safe from prying eyes? Craig has found a terrific program from FireTrust called FireTrust Encrypt. It will encrypt your emails and file attachments, allow the recipient to decrypt them over the web without a separate decrypting utility, and it sells for less than $30. This is one secret that deserves to get out!

SMALL SCANNER READS YOUR RECEIPTS

Managing receipts is a headache. Wouldn't it be great if your computer could help you organize your receipts and capture the information they contain? (I hear road warriors cheering, right now.) Craig's found a scanner that has but a single purpose in life, that being to scan your receipts. It's very specialized and very good at what it does. Craig says you should tame your paper monster with NeatReceipts!

MAC MINI GREAT FOR WINDOWS USERS

The big news out of Macworld was small this year. Mini, in fact. The Mac mini is the lowest cost Apple computer ever made and Craig says it's the perfect thing for the Windows user who wants the best of both worlds. Check out this week's column for all the details.

THE NEXT THING IN MP3 PLAYERS

The world of portable MP3 recorders, some of them as small as a pack of chewing gum, has made it possible for anyone to make their own recording studio. Of course, part of recording is mixing the levels going into the device. This week, Craig discusses a very compact, portable, two channel microphone mixer that turns your MP3 recorder into a portable talk radio studio. Read about the MixPre from Sound Devices. ALSO: Craig suggests that you try Google Suggest.

WALKING AWAY LOCKS YOUR COMPUTER

Looking for the latest in computer security? What if your computer could just know when you were sitting in front of it and when you had walked away? Wouldn't that be easy? Will we ever stop asking you questions? Yes! We will! Craig has scoured the pages of ThinkGeek.com, one of the coolest web sites in the world, to bring you a WIRELESS lock for your PC. Yeah, you're gonna like this one. Come check it out!

NEW PRINTERS ADD LIFE TO OLD COMPUTERS

Looking to spruce up that old computer? Are your reds too dull and your blues looking more like a washed-out cyan? When you print photos on your color printer, do you need name tags to identify who's in it? Craig says that a new printer might just be the facelift your computer needs for the new year. He'd like to recommend the Epson R320. Read this week's newspaper column and find out why!