LAPTOP Magazine July 2009

Table of Contents

Inside the July Issue

Ultimate Netbook Guide
Ultra-lightweight, ultra-affordable, and offering plenty of battery life, the latest mini-notebooks raise the bar. Check out our shopping tips and compare the hottest new models before you buy one.

25 Most Influential People in Mobile Tech
We salute the leaders and luminaries who possess the drive and vision to
create a better and brighter wireless future.

Tweet Like A Pro
Don’t let the microblogging phenomenon pass you by. Make the most of Twitter with a few simple tricks.

The Value of  Instant-On
Would you pay more to get online a few seconds faster?

The Doctor is Online
Web-based medical services make on-demand health care mobile and convenient, but are digital house calls good enough?

ARRIVALS

Sony dazzles with its OLED Walkman. Plus, Amazon’s student-friendly eBook and ASUS’ sexy new thin-and-
light notebook.

ON THE RADAR

Batteries that run on bacteria offer a glimpse at the future of mobile power.

BY THE NUMBERS

Charting the wireless world, several revealing statistics at a time.

SPOONFED

The Future of Android
Mark Spoonauer explains why the open-source OS is ready to expand beyond phones.

NETBOOK DIVA

Down with Wimpy Batteries
Joanna Stern demands more battery life than three-cell netbooks offer.

ON THE RADAR

Batteries that run on bacteria offer a glimpse at the future of mobile power.

UPGRADES

Mobile Makeover: Making a Media Hub
A few parts and some know-how transformed a five-year-old notebook
into a home media center.

Save Your Notebook with an SSD
Check out the before-and-after results of one simple upgrade.

TIPS & TRICKS

Buyers’ Guide: Bluetooth Headsets
How to make sure you get the best comfort and sound quality for your money.

Cut Vista’s Boot Time
Start Windows faster using these four tips.

MOBILE IT

Remote Backup for SMBs
Find the right online backup service for your business.

BUSINESS TRAVELER

Get the Best Deals (After You Book)
Reap the benefits of falling hotel and airfare prices.

PRESENTATIONS

Is Going Wireless Worth It?
A simple accessory may change the way you interact with projectors.