Reviewed on October 5, 2004Though the BlackBerry 7100t is a great option for RIM newbies, we were hoping for more consumer-friendly functionality with the Bluetooth.TAGS:Research In Motion Ltd., T-Mobile, RIM BlackBerry, San Francisco
Reviewed on February 20, 2008The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, while very inexpensive, doesn't get much value from its hybrid system, and its cabin tech is only a little better than average.TAGS:wine, economy, hill, Saturn, mile, San Francisco, San Jose, car, California
Reviewed on August 3, 2007The 2008 BMW 535i is a really exceptional car, offering a great driving experience and an impressive array of electronics in the cabin. From its shifter to its live traffic system, its innovative features should make any techie drool.TAGS:BMW, Clear Channel Communications Inc., traffic, car, road, North America, electronics, San Francisco
Reviewed on January 23, 2006Building on the success of the feature-rich Motorola V551, Motorola's next-generation V557 adds a showcase feature without changing a relatively safe design.TAGS:Motorola Inc., Cingular Wireless, San Francisco
Reviewed on April 16, 2007Honda's reputation for practical economy is shown in the Civic Hybrid, well-built and simply designed to sip fuel. Interior tech options are usefully done, making this Honda a great commuter sedan.TAGS:Los Angeles, Toyota Prius, route, San Francisco
Reviewed on March 23, 2007While the new Lancer GTS boasts amenities not seen on other cars in its class, a powerful engine isn't one of them. But if rally car looks, nice tech options, and a booming stereo are more your speed, this Mitsubishi is an excellent choice.TAGS:Mitsubishi Corp., car, music, San Francisco, hard drive
Reviewed on February 6, 2008The 2008 Honda Fit Sport looks good, but falls short of its potential. We want really good mileage and low emissions in exchange for a low-power engine, but the Fit doesn't deliver, and it has no interesting cabin tech.TAGS:Honda Fit, car, cabin, stereo, speakers, San Francisco
Reviewed on April 13, 2007While we found the 2007 Honda Accord very enjoyable to drive, it fell short on a couple of key areas, most noticeably in its stereo system.TAGS:Tiburon, intersection, San Francisco, car
Reviewed on February 5, 2008The 2008 Infiniti G35 is comfortable in a commute and fun for sport driving, while its cabin tech options are on the leading edge, offering rich navigation, good music options, and Bluetooth cell phone integration.TAGS:Infiniti G35, detour, lane, route, car, traffic, San Jose, Bluetooth, San Francisco, map