Posts by Back to School Guide

2010 Back to School Guide: Philips Norelco Bodygroom Pro

By David Plews • September 19, 2010

While we mostly focus on the technology side of reviews, we had to dive into the world of personal care as part of our back to school coverage. Personal hygiene and grooming doesn’t always take a front seat at college, but let’s face it; it should. Read about the Bodygroom Pro from Philips Norelco after the break.

2010 Back to School Guide: Acer Aspire TimelineX 3820T

By John Pastor • August 23, 2010

We reviewed the Timeline 3810T back in October 2009, but Acer is upping the ante with the new TimelineX. Is it a good choice if you’re looking for a thin-and-light notebook for back to school? It aims to offer 8-hour battery life and a bright LED backlit display, but does it deliver? Find out after the break.

2010 Back to School Guide: Netgear WNDR3400 Wireless Dual-Band Router

By David Plews • August 17, 2010

Summer is quickly drawing to a close, school is starting, and college students everywhere are moving into their dorms or apartments. With the new laptop, iPhone, and Xbox 360 that’s coming back to school, wireless networking is a necessity. The only question is, can the Netgear WNDR3400 survive the college life?

2010 Back to School Guide: The Elements for iPad

By John Pastor • August 13, 2010

Have an iPad or planning to get one before going back to school? The app we’re featuring today is The Elements for iPad, perfect for any student majoring in a science-related field or science geek. The Elements for iPad is an interactive e-book that lets you interact with and learn about the variety of chemicals and metals in the periodic table of elements. We’ve got more on this great app after the break.

2010 Back to School Guide: Gateway ID49 Series Notebook

By David Plews • August 9, 2010

The tag line for the new Gateway ID series reads “Define Yourself”. The ID49C07u and the rest of the ID series (including the larger ID59) certainly manages to define itself, sporting a mysterious glowing trackpad that illuminates when you touch it. Beyond its uniqueness, does the newest offering from Gateway deserve your attention this Back to School season?

2010 Back to School Guide: Apple iPad

By John Pastor • July 29, 2010

The iPad happens to be a great student companion. If you’re planning to use a desktop computer in your dorm room, you can take the iPad to take notes, read textbooks and more as apps that are geared towards students are developed. If you missed our review just a few months ago in April, we’ve got an excerpt after the break.

2010 Back to School Guide: Smartphones for the Campus Life

By David Plews • July 23, 2010

Sure, you still have that Motorola Razr that your parents bought you a few years ago, and it has undoubtedly served you well. It is, however, time to say goodbye to your beloved flip phone and say hello to one of many new smartphone offerings available this summer. With smartphones, staying in touch is easier than ever, with complete access to e-mail, Twitter, Facebook, and your undeniably important text messages. Here’s our rundown of the best smartphones for all of the major carriers.

2010 Back to School Guide: 13″ MacBook Pro

By John Pastor • July 19, 2010

It is perhaps one of the most popular notebook computers on the market today, with its sleek aluminum unibody enclosure and LED-backlit keyboard. We’re talking of course, about the 13″ MacBook Pro from Apple, and we’re featuring it to kickoff our 2010 Back to School Guide.

Back to School Guide 2009: Tips for Buying a Laptop

By John Pastor • August 24, 2009

Buying a laptop is essential for any college or university, and there’s a lot of things that you can consider in your purchase. Here are some tips you should follow when buying a laptop before you head off to college this fall.

Back to School Guide 2009: Gateway NV5807u Laptop

By David Plews • July 23, 2009

As part of our Back to School coverage this year, we’ll be taking a look at a few laptops that would make perfect companions for any student. Today we’re taking a look at the Gateway NV series. More specifically, the 15.6″ Intel-powered Gateway NV5807u.

Back to School Guide 2009: Software Essentials

By David Plews • July 22, 2009

Another school year is just around the corner and the craze for purchasing students laptops, iPods, and all other necessary college devices has just begun. However, often overlooked is the software needed to help fully utilize and protect all your new toys. We’re going to be taking a look at both the PC and Mac options for certain categories of software and help you prepare for the upcoming year of partying learning.