PALO ALTO, Calif.----Speck today announced that it has invented a new accessories category for notebook computers, believed to be the first translucent hard shell design for computers in the market.

By Martin Hickman Consumer Affairs Correspondent Don't just switch off the television, switch off the computer too. Office workers who leave two million computers on every night are speeding up climate change, according to new research.

Reviewing the new Apple iPod 80GB model for PC Magazine, Mike Kobrin rates it 4.5 out of 5, highlighting its pros as, “Bright screen. Excellent interface. Seamless integration with iTunes. You can transfer purchased music from iPod back to PCs. Very ...