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	Scott Ard CNET.com Speed up your tech for $0 If you're a Mac user and you're anything like us, you've probably seen the "Services" in the drop-down list in the menu bar but never actually used it. Well, CNET's Wilson Tang is here to broaden our horizons in this video that shows some nifty little services tricks. For example, did you know you can have the Mac read just a portion of text by simply highlighting it and choosing "Start Speaking Text" from within Services? Click through for more Services "secrets" and a few handy keyboard shortcuts. Watch now As seen on CNET TV Loaded: Avoid the skanks Sony launches the PlayStation 3 Slim; we have a playlist for The Beatles: Rock Band; and why you should avoid calling someone a skank on your blog. Watch this video Today on CNET CNET Crave PS3 Slim for $299 Sony finally took the wraps off the much-rumored PS3 Slim and gave it the more affordable price tag folks have been wanting. Read more CNET Reviews 2010 Chevy Camaro The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro LT is largely about style, although it isn't bad on the performance side. Unfortunately, for cabin tech, only a few essentials are available. Read more CNET Reviews Samsung Omnia HD The lack of 3G and expensive price tag will keep it out of the hands of the masses, but the Samsung i890 Omnia HD is a powerful multimedia smartphone rivaling other high-end touch-screen devices. Read more CNET Download Blog Kaspersky Internet Suite Kaspersky's 2010 updates for its security programs introduce several useful features, including behavioral-based threat detection, program sandboxing, and gamer mode. Read more What's new on CNET Gateway FHD2402 The Gateway FHD2402 is a suitable, low-price monitor that will satisfy your basic monitor needs. Read more  Check prices Cell2Tel Bluetooth Gateway The Cell2Tel Bluetooth Gateway offers a smart solution for those who want to use their cell phones with a regular landline telephone. Read more  Check prices iBlink Earbuds (black/electric blue) The iBlink Earbuds may be gimmicky, but at least it's a fun gimmick that has a good chance of appealing to the younger set. Steer clear if you're picky about audio. Read more  Check prices Crave corner Campers' dream: Flashlight/emergency whistle/raver toy Leslie Katz Given that I'm a city girl about to go camping for the first time in years, I couldn't help but pay attention when information on Life+Gear's 200 Hour GlowStick popped up in my in-box. Read more CNET's top-rated 24-inch LCD computer monitors 1. Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP 2. Dell G2410 3. HP w2408h LCD Monitor 4. Dell S2409W 5. Acer G24   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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