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We're just a bunch of dudes who really, really love technology. No, not in a I'm-gonna-hump-your-Kindle kind of way, but in a wholesome, all-American I-just-want-to-test-out-all-the-latest-gear-and-see-if-it's-awesome! kind of way. Collectively, we've written about everything from PC hardware, e-book readers, and smartphones to squirt guns and Internet porn--not to mention games, video, and a whole boatload of other stuff over the last 10 years. If we didn't have a day job that let us test out all the latest gear as soon as it was out, we'd probably just spend a LOT of money on this stuff. Also, Tested is a part of WhiskeyMedia, just like GiantBomb, ComicVine, Screened, and AnimeVice.

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The short, pithy answer is: We'll cover any technology that's awesome. The longer answer is that we're going to start with the categories we're really excited about: smartphones, laptops, e-book readers, TVs, netbooks, tablets, headphones, coffee, and even PC components. However, our number one rule is to make Tested the site that we'd be interested in reading. If you think there's something we should be covering, but aren't, please let us know.

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How To Rip DVDs to Play on Any Device—For Free!

Our ultimate DVD copying guide shows you how to use Handbrake to rip discs for playback on your laptop, Xbox, PS3, iPhone, Zune, netbook, iPad, PSP, iPod, and pretty much anything else

Tested: Apple Mac OS X Lion

The $30 upgrade from Snow Leopard seems like a no-brainer, but that's not the full story. Read the official Tested review.

Apple iPad 2 Review

Our definitive review of the iPad 2.

Tested: Nvidia GeForce GTX 580 Video Card

The green machine comes back swinging.

Apple iPad Wi-Fi Review

Apple's device isn't magical, but it is going to make the tablet a real category--for better or for worse

Video: How To Build the Best $1500 Gaming PC, Step-by-Step

Do you like saving money? What about playing PC games? Have you ever considered building your own PC? We show you exactly what you need to know to build an awesome $1500 gaming PC.

How To Build an Awesome $500 Windows Home Server

We pick the best parts to build a lean media backup and streaming machine.

The Best Android Phone for Your Network (February 2011)

Don't get locked in with the wrong phone.

Why I’ve Switched from Browser-Based Apps Back to Native Software on the Desktop

Moving from powerful, native Desktop clients to clunky web-apps isn’t always a good thing. In fact, it’s often a significant step backwards.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon S4 Integrates LTE, Tops Benchmarks

Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon SoC outperforms 2011's fastest chips by a wide margin and integrates LTE processing in the name of battery efficiency.

Ivy Bridge Chip Delay to Summer Gives Apple a Shot at Early Access

As PC makers hold onto new models in the summer months before Windows 8's launch, Apple will have plenty of time to launch new laptops with new processors.

Nokia Teases "Pure View" Camera, Which Hopefully Isn't Just More Megapixels [Video]

Nokia's next phone could mark the return of the Xenon flash, a large image sensor, or high quality 1080p video recording.

Future SSDs May Suffer from Speed and Reliability Issues

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego project doubled latency and tripled bit errors in SSDs as storage increases.

Purported 2048x1536 iPad 3 Display Spotted--Now Who's Making It?

A quad-pixel iPad display in the flesh, but it is unlikely that Sharp will manufacture it.

How Windows 8 Will Integrate SkyDrive for Cloud Storage and Remote PC Access

SkyDrive's omnipresence in Windows 8 extends from the profile to Metro apps to the legacy desktop.

Major Changes to Flickr to Begin Rolling Out February 28th

The Photo View and Upload pages are getting much-needed redesigns, which Flickr needs to stop the user bleed.

What Kind of Computer User Needs a High-End 17-inch Laptop?

According to Loyd, there exist three key uses that necessitate a high-end 17-inch laptop.

Why I’ve Switched from Browser-Based Apps Back to Native Software on the Desktop

Moving from powerful, native Desktop clients to clunky web-apps isn’t always a good thing. In fact, it’s often a significant step backwards.

Future SSDs May Suffer from Speed and Reliability Issues

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego project doubled latency and tripled bit errors in SSDs as storage increases.

Comcast Announces Its Netflix Rival: Xfinity Streampix

The streaming video service is launching this Thursday for existing Comcast subscribers.

Tested: The New and Improved Swype Beta on Android 4.0

After acquiring Swype, Nuance had updated the app for Android 4.0 and added some new features.

Purported 2048x1536 iPad 3 Display Spotted--Now Who's Making It?

A quad-pixel iPad display in the flesh, but it is unlikely that Sharp will manufacture it.

Everything You Need to Know About Ubuntu for Android

Linux gets more Linux-y when Android gets mashed up with Ubuntu.

Siri On OS X: Will Most Users Even Care?

One notable feature missing from the upcoming Mountain Lion release of OS X is Apple's Siri.

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