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============================================================ ********** Sponsored by Dell Home Systems ********** Up to 15% off any new Dell Home system. Offer ends 9/22. Click for details. http://eletters.pcmag.com/zd1/cts?d=81-1119-4-4-252229-104207-1 ************************************************************ ============================================================ Top experts bring you hard-hitting, hands-on labs reviews. IN THIS ISSUE: * T-Mobile Sidekick II * Editors' Choice: Norton Ghost 9.0 backup utility * Zend Studio 3.5 PHP development software * LG L1200 tri-band camera phone For more stories, log on to http://eletters.pcmag.com/zd1/cts?d=81-1119-4-4-252229-104210-1 ============================================================ Sidekick II Hits Stores Today The much-anticipated T-Mobile Sidekick II is finally available, giving users the ability to make calls, send and receive e-mail and instant messages, take pictures, play games, and even browse the Web. Check out our slideshow and review to see what all the buzz is about. (3.5 stars) http://eletters.pcmag.com/zd1/cts?d=81-1119-4-4-252229-104213-1 ============================================================ Editors' Choice: Norton's Friendly Ghost It's not often that our PC Labs analysts review a product without finding any shortcomings. Yet, Norton Ghost 9.0 came away from the review not only unscathed, but with 5 stars and our Editors' Choice award. For full-system or full-disk backup, Norton Ghost 9.0 takes the cake with its great interface, usability, and full reliability. Read our review to find out more. (5 stars) http://eletters.pcmag.com/zd1/cts?d=81-1119-4-4-252229-104216-1 ============================================================ Powerful PHP Development Zend Studio 3.5 is putting PHP Web scripting within reach of more developers, and provides powerful debugging options and nice usability features. 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