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April 1, 2011
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We uncovered 68 great downloads and services that won't cost you a thin dime. From PC utilities to storage essentials, find out about all of them in "Best Free Stuff for Your PC (and Mobile Devices)."
--Managing Editor Kimberly Brinson

Top Stories

Best Free Stuff for Your PC (and Mobile Devices)
Here are 68 amazing Web tools, desktop downloads, and mobile apps to help you speed up your PC, share files and photos, fend off malware, entertain your brain, and more.

Amazon Cloud Drive: It's All About Android Domination, Baby
Analysis: Amazon's new Cloud Drive music-streaming service has the potential to seriously shake up the Android landscape.

HDTV Shopping Tips: 3D, 1080p, and More
Purchasing an HDTV is a tricky proposition. To avoid ending up with a dud, read these tips before you buy.

For more HDTV news and tips, visit PCWorld.com.

News

Free Android Apps: 11 Great Utilities for Your Phone
You can never have too many Android apps ... especially when they're free. Here are 11 downloads that deserve a spot on your device, each designed to add functionality to your Google phone and enhance your overall Android experience.

How to Overcome Internet Distraction Disorder
The digital revolution has created an unexpected challenge: How do you get work done when a world of amusements is always just a click away?

Samsung's Fake Galaxy Tab Interviews: Hey, Those Words Sound Familiar!
Did Samsung claim actors were real Galaxy Tab users in promotional material? It sure looks like it did.

For the latest reports, visit our News page .

PCW Business Center

Why the BlackBerry PlayBook Is an Ideal Tablet for Business
The BlackBerry PlayBook has its drawbacks, but for companies invested in the BlackBerry culture it presents a compelling business case.

Visit the PCW Business Center.

Blogs

Robot Hand Picks Up Gooey Mess With Scary Accuracy, Renders Humans Even More Obsolete
A robotic hand from Furukawa Kikou seems to be able to pick up any gooey mess with ridiculously precise accuracy.

iPhone 5 Delay Rumors: Will Apple Hold Out Until After WWDC?
Speculation suggests that the iPhone 5 is more likely to arrive some time this fall, or even in 2012, meaning Apple may break its annual update cycle and make iPhone fans wait longer for refreshed hardware.

Netflix Cuts Video-Stream Quality in Canada--Is US Next?
Netflix has cut its video stream quality in Canada to conserve data usage, but users are still able to go back to high quality settings.

For the latest news and opinion, visit our Blogs page .

Reviews

Top 10 Cell Phones
Need a break from your laptop? These productivity phones offer a lot more than the ability to make calls. Here are the 10 best smartphones available today.

Top 10 Inkjet Multifunction Printers
We test and review the latest multifunction inkjets. Models start at around $100 and combine a printer, scanner, copier and (sometimes) a fax machine.

Compare prices on inkjet printers.

For more reviews, visit PCWorld.com.

How-To

Firefox 4 Tips: Bend the New Browser to Your Will
There's a lot to like about Firefox 4, but some of the changes can be annoying--here's how to get the new browser working like you want it to.

Simple Ways to Create Photos With High Dynamic Range or Infinite Depth
Sure, you could use expensive HDR software or hyperfocal photography to create high-end special effects--or you could fake it and get similar results in your digital photos.

For more tips, visit PCWorld.com.

Videos

How to Edit Flip Videos On the iPad 2
The iPad 2 offers a number of exciting new features, including the ability to capture or import video and edit it with the new iMovie for iOS 1.2. Here's how to import video from a Flip camera.

For more videos, visit PCWorld.com.

Downloads

Hal9000 Windows 7 Theme
This free Windows 7 theme turns your computer into Hal 9000 of "2001: A Space Odyssey"--or at least a safer simulacrum of it.

For more free and trial software, visit PCWorld.com.

PC World Community

Fun With Avast! 6.0
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Downloads for "6 Super Security Freebies" from "Best Free Stuff"Keeping your PC and your data safe needn't cost a fortune. These six free utilities provide great security at a price of zero dollar.s For the text of this article, see 6 Super Security Freebies
Secunia PSI    156086 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Security
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Password Safe   116463 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Password Tools
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