The CNET 100
Ten lists. Ten tech products each. Some of these products you probably own, some you may never have heard of, and some should just die already. These lists are the final word on the devices, apps, and tech ideas--good and bad--that mattered in 2011. Dive into the lists below or sit back and enjoy our video version below (which is a lot of fun).
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The winners
These are the hands-down most important tech products of the year in each major gadget category. They will change the industry and your life--if they haven't already.
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The disappointments
These products had promise and shine, but ultimately, they made us sad. These were the 10 biggest letdowns of the year.
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The beautiful ones
With their sleek lines and supple curves, these beautifully designed gadgets are the ones we couldn't keep our hands off of.
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The 1 percenters
Run a hedge fund? Head of a Hollywood studio? Hit the lottery? These are the products for you. Be sure to buy in bulk--one for the penthouse, one for the beach house, and one for the place in the Seychelles.
