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Top-rated reviews of the week (pictures)

It was a good week in tech: our editors applaud the new iMac and find that the fourth-gen iPod Touch holds its own. Windows 8 laptops, a Bluetooth speaker, and the placeshifting Slingbox 350 keep us happy on the road, and a toylike camera gets four stars.

CNET Reviews staff
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1 of 10 Sarah Tew/CNET

Apple iMac

Apple iMac

Apple sticks to the fundamentals with the new iMac, relying on design, strong features, and overall polish to maintain its leadership among high-end all-in-ones. Read the review.

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2 of 10 Screenshot by Jaymar Cabebe/CNET

Pixlr Express (for Android)

Pixlr Express (for Android)

With over 600 effects onboard, Pixlr Express (for Android) is one of the most powerful Android apps in its category. Despite its minor flaws, it should be your go-to mobile photo editor. Read the review.

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3 of 10 Sarah Tew/CNET

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II

While the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II may no longer be in a class by itself, it's still near the top of the portable Bluetooth speaker category. Read the review.

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4 of 10 Sarah Tew/CNET

Acer Aspire M5-481PT

Acer Aspire M5-481PT

Considering the total package of features and price, the Acer Aspire M5-481PT feels like a safe bet if you want an all-encompassing Windows 8 laptop with touch that won't cost a fortune. Read the review.

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5 of 10 Sarah Tew/CNET

Acer Aspire S7-391-9886

Acer Aspire S7-391-9886

One of the few standout products from the first wave of Windows 8 laptops, the Acer Aspire S7-391-9886 proves that Apple does not have a monopoly on great design. Read the review.

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6 of 10 Sarah Tew/CNET

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-WX50

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-WX50

The tiny Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-WX50 is a lot of camera for the money, with solid shooting performance and good photo and movie quality. Read the review.

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7 of 10 James Martin/CNET

Apple iPod Touch (fourth-gen)

Apple iPod Touch (fourth-gen)

The fourth-gen Apple iPod Touch is Apple's second-best portable media player, with a price that will help you forget about No. 1. Read the review.

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8 of 10 Sarah Tew/CNET

Slingbox 350

Slingbox 350

The Slingbox 350 is an excellent way to watch your TV or DVR video content anywhere. Read the review.

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9 of 10 Screenshot by Jason Parker/CNET

Rdio (for iOS)

Rdio (for iOS)

If you don't mind paying a monthly fee, Rdio is a great way to listen to and discover new music, set up playlists, and share with friends and other members. Read the review.

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10 of 10 Screenshot by Jason Parker/CNET

Afterglow (for iOS)

Afterglow (for iOS)

Afterglow isn't for drastic effects and filters, but if you want to simply improve the look of an image and add afterglow effects, the intuitive controls make this app a great download. Read the review.

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