Worst tech flops of the decade

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	Laura K. Cucullu Features editor, CNET.com Worst tech flops of the decade Here we are, just months away from closing out the first decade of the 21st century, which means a lot of publications will soon be in look-back mode, taking stock of all the good--and bad--things that happened over the last 10 years. While we've still got a few months to go before hitting 2010, we thought we should get a head start on the whole best/worst roundup fad that's about to flood the Internet. After nearly 10 years of working at CNET, Executive Editor David Carnoy looks back at the most hyped tech products that didn't pan out as planned--or just flat-out bombed. Read more As seen on CNET TV Top 5: Best laptops Our editors have picked the best notebooks, laptops, or Netbooks--whatever you call them. Watch this video Today on CNET CNET TV Apple's Netbook rumblings Will Verizon's App Store prevent it from landing the iPhone? We'll talk about the latest Apple Netbook reports, and China's getting the iPhone 3G without Wi-Fi. Read more CNET Reviews Fujifilm's impressive FinePix Don't let its new sensor technology scare you off: the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is an excellent compact camera with shooting features for just about every type of user. Read more CNET Reviews LCD + iPod dock Although it's not the best iPod-friendly TV we've tested, the Panasonic TC-LX1 provides a convenient, affordable gateway to access video and music stored on your iPod or iPhone. Read more CNET Crave Slowing down the Netbook train New laptops with ultralow-voltage processors are poised to steal some attention from consumers looking for inexpensive laptops this fall. Read more What's new on CNET LG LX-290 - black (Sprint) The LG LX290 is a slider handset with a great design, simple features, and excellent call quality. Read more  Check prices D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685 The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685 is a very good single-band Wireless-N router; however, its extra features hardly justify the price. Read more  Check prices Toshiba Satellite A505-S6960 Good components and a big battery push the Toshiba Satellite A505-S6960 in front of other retail budget laptops. Read more  Check prices Crave corner No black Wii for the U.S.? David Carnoy Quick follow-up to the story we did last week on the black Wii coming out in Japan on August 1. Apparently, Nintendo has no plans to bring it out Stateside, according to a post by Libe Goad over at AOL's GameDaily. Read more Best non-iPod MP3 players for Mac 1. Sony X-Series Walkman (16GB) 2. SanDisk Sansa Clip (2GB, candy apple red) 3. Archos 5 (60GB) 4. Cowon S9 (16GB) 5. Samsung P3 (16GB, black)   Related Newsletters Stay informed on the tech topics that matter to you most CNET offers a wide variety of newsletters on everything from tech industry news to the latest games and gear. Browse the entire list now. Manage newsletters Other CNET resources  CNET.com  Latest CNET reviews  CNET Tips and Tricks  CNET Living With Technology  Top 10 must-have gadgets  CNET Editors' Choice winners
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