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IN THIS ISSUE: * Speedy Dual-Layer Burning * Assistance On Your Quest * Purse-Sized Scanner * Satellite Radio To Go * Daily Gift Idea: Olympus Stylus 500 Digital For more stories, log on to http://ct.enews.pcmag.com/rd/cts?d=184-1350-4-54-252229-132764-0-0-0-1 ============================================================ Speedy Dual-Layer Burning Not only has Sony fixed the compatibility problems that plagued its DRU-700A dual-layer DVD burners, the new DRU-710A also includes a great software bundle (Nero digital media suite) and boasts blazing burning times. Read the review from our PC Labs experts to find out more. (3.5 stars) http://ct.enews.pcmag.com/rd/cts?d=184-1350-4-54-252229-132767-0-0-0-1 ============================================================ Assistance On Your Quest The built-in battery and small size of the Garmin Quest GPS system make it much more than a regular in-car navigation system. Use it in the car to keep you on the right track and warn you of stalled traffic along your route, or slip the small device in your pocket for auto-less excursions. For more info, see our online product review. (3.5 stars) http://ct.enews.pcmag.com/rd/cts?d=184-1350-4-54-252229-132770-0-0-0-1 ============================================================ Purse-Sized Scanner The Ambir Visigo Photo Scanner lets you put your photo collection on your hard drive without losing desktop space to a full-sized scanner. The stapler-sized device has a maximum scan size of 4 by 6 inches, but that's fine for scanning and cataloging that shoebox of photos in your closet. Find out more in our online review. (2.5 stars) http://ct.enews.pcmag.com/rd/cts?d=184-1350-4-54-252229-132773-0-0-0-1 ============================================================ Satellite Radio To Go It's not perfect, but if you want Walkman-style satellite radio, the Delphi MyFi XM2Go is your only option. Despite its hang-ups, our PC Labs experts loved the portability and the handy record feature for grabbing your favorite tunes. Read all about it in our online review. (4 stars) http://ct.enews.pcmag.com/rd/cts?d=184-1350-4-54-252229-132776-0-0-0-1 ============================================================ Daily Gift Idea: Olympus Stylus 500 Digital The rugged and stylish Olympus Stylus 500 Digital is ideal for shooting in less than ideal conditions (like underwater, for instance). The large HyperCrystal LCD and all-weather microphone and speaker are a perfect match for the outdoorsman who doesn't let a little rain spoil his fun. Get the details online. http://ct.enews.pcmag.com/rd/cts?d=184-1350-4-54-252229-132779-0-0-0-1 ============================================================ The PCMag.com Bookstore PC Magazine's Windows XP Solutions Ever wish they'd consulted you before they designed Windows XP? Sure, it's a great system, but there's this one feature that makes you crazy. 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