Class in session for gadgets

From classroom clickers to Wi-Fi-enabled laptops, today's college students rely on technology more than ever before.

Must-have college tech

reporter's notebook iPods and cell phones top the gadget list for penny-pinching students, and few hit campus without a PC.
September 11, 2006

At ASU, sunshine, iPods and Razrs

reporter's notebook Sun Devils use gadgets to keep up with studies and friends--and sometimes, to stay awake in class.
September 11, 2006

Photos: Tech tugs at students

Today's college students roam their school campuses more gadget-laden than ever before.
September 11, 2006

College grad's post-traumatic tech syndrome

perspective Gadgets are advancing so fast, new graduate Neha Tiwari already senses a generation gap on a recent return to her alma mater.
Video: Cal Bears bring new tech to campus
September 11, 2006

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