Walt Mossberg answers readers’ questions on AT&T’s upgrade policy for the iPhone 3G, importing data on the new Palm Pre and the glare on Mac Books.
Using Kindle Outside the U.S.
Walt answers readers’ questions on downloading additional books to Kindle out of the U.S., and whether to wait to buy a laptop with Windows 7.
Running the Treo’s OS on the Pre
Walt answers readers’ questions on the Palm Pre operating system, whether the Pre can be used as a modem, and more.
Copying Files From XP to Windows 7
Walt answers readers’ questions on transferring files from Windows XP to Windows 7, viewing Internet videos on a TV, and more.
Upgrading to Windows 7 From Vista
Walt answers readers’ questions on upgrading to Windows 7 from Windows Vista, how Clickfree backs up files and folders containing photos, and more.
Using PC and Mac Interchangeably
Walt answers readers’ questions on compatibility problems between a Windows laptop and a Mac, ways to back up Outlook folders, and more.
Improving PC Performance
Walt answers readers’ questions on whether a graphics chip can improve PC performance, if the iPhone can be connected to desktop peripherals, and more.
Syncing to an iPhone on MobileMe
Walt answers readers’ questions on syncing MobileMe to an iPhone using corporate data, if it’s possible to sync a Treo or BlackBerry, and more.
Displaying Contacts Without a Code
Walt answers readers’ questions on how to display emergency contacts on an iPhone before entering a passcode, and whether Fusion software affects a Mac’s security.
Downloading Video Files
Here are a few questions I’ve received recently from people like you, and my answers. I have edited and restated the questions a bit, for readability.
Is it possible to download a YouTube or similar file to my computer?
Yes. One program that does this is TubeSock. It works on Mac and Windows, and creates [...]
Switching Networks for an iPhone
Walt answers readers’ questions about switching networks to buy an iPhone, how to forward an email in Gmail, and more.
IE8’s Compatibility Button
Walt answers questions on using Internet Explorer 8’s compatibility button to display certain Web pages, how to get high-speed internet service, and more.
How BlackBerry Models Differ
Walt answers questions on the differences in the main BlackBerry models, whether it’s safe to upgrade Vista to the beta version of Windows 7, and more.
A Stylus for the iPhone
Walt answers questions about using a stylus with an iPhone and offers suggestions for improving typing accuracy with the virtual keyboard. He also explains how to change Apple’s Safari 4 beta so that it looks and works more like the previous version.
Reading Periodicals on Kindle 2
Walt answers questions about the new Amazon Kindle 2 e-book reader, how to prevent a computer screen from dimming and netbook recommendations.
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Walt Mossberg is the author and creator of the weekly Personal Technology column in The Wall Street Journal, which has appeared every Thursday since 1991.
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The Smartphone Wars
Walt weighs in on the smartphone wars. Who will dominate this new handheld platform, and who will attract the most users and third-party apps?
April 10 at 11:04 AMFirst Impressions of the New BlackBerry App Store
Walt gives his first impressions of the new BlackBerry App World. The store has hundreds of apps available at launch, and RIM says it expects around a thousand to be available in its first week. Like Apple's store, RIM's offers both free and paid apps that download directly to your device.
April 01 at 11:04 AMFirst Impressions of Kindle on iPhone
Walt gives his first impressions of the free Kindle e-book reader application for the iPhone.
March 03 at 11:03 PM
Ethics Statement
Here is a statement of my ethics and coverage policies. It is more than most of you want to know, but, in the age of suspicion of the media, I am laying it all out.
