CNET's five best tech products of 2012
CNET editors unveil the 10 best and most influential tech products of the year.
World’s Longest Bullet Train Line Opens in China
The 1,425-mile high-speed rail system runs from Beijing to Guangzhou, reducing the time travelers would spend commuting between the capital and the manufacturing city from 22 hours to a scant 8 hours.
Gadget of the Week: The Stick N Find [VIDEO]
A smart stick-on device that works with Bluetooth 4.0-enabled devices, StickNFind lets you find or keep track of pretty much anything – keys, luggage, pets and even people.
Top Gift for Under $100
Amazon's updated its popular entry-level non-touch-screen Kindle, giving it better performance and a darker exterior while lowering the price to $69 for the ad-supported version.The bad: Lacks the touch screen and self-illumination found on more expensive e-readers. All accessories -- including an AC charger -- cost extra.
Tech Toys for Big Kids
The 3M Streaming Projector isn't without its faults, especially its limited battery life (a little over 1.5 hours), brightness, and DVD-like resolution. But that's not enough to detract from what's ultimately a delightful gadget, not to mention an exciting new product type from 3M and Roku.