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2013 Lexus GS 350 Review and Test Drive
Twenty-two years ago when Toyota introduced the Lexus LS 400 as the automaker’s first luxury car the emphasis was placed squarely on customer service and value.
At a December press preview of the new Lexus GS 350, which launches in February as the fourth generation of the sport sedan, Brian Smith, Vice President of Lexus Marketing, described the introduction of the car as “a lot more than the launch of a …
Toshiba to Bring Excite X10 Tablet to U.S.
Toshiba announced at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas that it plans to bring the world’s slimmest 10-inch tablet, the Excite X10 to the U.S., in the first quarter of this year.
At 0.3-inches thick (7.62 mm) and weighing 1.18 pounds (0.53 kg), the Excite X10’s features include a 10.1-inch display, both front- and rear-facing cameras, micro-HDMI and USB ports, and a micro-SD slot. Powered by Android, it offers both …
Summer Tech Guide
Summer has arrived so here’s a look at the must-have gadgets for the active business traveler. The Executive Road Warrior editorial staff, led by Paul Riegler, tested dozens of interesting devices in order to bring you our top picks.
Our selections are wide ranging. They include two unusual digital picture frames, one of which you can e-mail your photos to from anywhere. We also look at a Bluetooth car …
Summer Tech Guide – Briefly Noted
Memorex Foldable Travel Speaker
The good-looking Memorex Travel Speaker is compact and can run off batteries when on the go. Unfortunately, companies always face a compromise or two when designing tech gear intended for travel. To achieve a lighter weight, for example, plastics are used. This, unfortunately, results in somewhat of a cheap feel.
When plugged into the wall, it also serves as an iPod charger. When folded flat, it …
PrintStik
While not a substitute for a desktop printer, the PrintStik’s size (1”x2”x11”, with a weight of 1.5 pounds) is remarkable for a device that can print an 8.5×11” page. The output resembles that from an older fax machine but if you need to print short-lived documents during a trip and you aren’t certain of having access to a printer, this is the only printer you can tuck into a briefcase …
Joby Zivio Boom Wireless Headset
I’ve been looking for a Bluetooth headset that’s comfortable to wear, easy to use, stylish, and has good sound quality. I found one when looking for a tripod of all things. Joby, maker of the versatile Gorillapod, applied their ingenuity to the Bluetooth headset market and the result is the Zivio.
Joby provides a variety of earpieces in sizes to ensure a comfortable fit and I found both types (earbud and …
