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I know, that $500 40-inch HDTV from a no-name vendor looks mighty tempting. After all, it's got the same specs--120Hz refresh, 1080p resolution--as that fancy-pants Sony model... but hang onto your wallet. Getting a high-quality HDTV isn't all about the specs. PCWorld home theater expert Patrick Miller has some common-sense tips for getting a good deal on a high-quality HDTV; read "How to Buy a Cheap HDTV" for his practical advice before you go shopping. --Newsletter Editor Kim Saccio-Kent Top Stories How to Buy a Cheap HDTV Want a new TV but don't want to shell out for a high-end model? Here are a few tips for picking out a budget set with top-tier quality. Meet Amazon's Four New Kindles Amazon upgrades its Kindle fleet with four new models--Kindle, Kindle Touch and Kindle Touch 3G--and the Kindle Fire tablet. Have a look. 9 Easy and Powerful Windows 7 Registry Tweaks Getting elbow-deep in your system's massive list of configurations can be scary, but we'll show you some of the rewards you can reap. For more Windows tips, visit PCWorld.com. Top Tweets From @PCWPluggedIn 7 good reasons to upgrade to Firefox 7: Or just wait a week or two, and skip straight to Firefox 8. Twitter used for social good and to incite disorder: Sometimes simultaneously. Mac Trojan pretends to be Flash: Wouldn't the red spandex suit give it away? Follow us every day on Twitter: @PCWPluggedIn News Amazon Announces $199 Kindle Fire Tablet, Clutch of New Kindle E-Readers Amazon enters the tablet wars with the well-priced Kindle Fire, and ups the e-reader market ante with new, more-capable Kindle e-readers. FAQ: Which Social Networks Fight for Your Rights? Can social networks censor your speech? Will they give the government information on who you are and where you've been? Know your rights with our handy guide to tech activism. US Applies Brakes to Google-Motorola Merger Google received a "second request" from the Justice Department asking for more details about the deal. For the latest reports, visit our News page . PCW Business Center What Telecommuting Can Do for Your Business Telecommuting has many advantages--and its drawbacks are mostly a matter of perception. Here are seven significant benefits. Visit the PCW Business Center. Blogs Facebook's Frictionless Sharing: A Privacy Guide Here's how to scale back Facebook's new sharing capabilities to control exactly who gets to see what you're reading, listening to, and doing. iPhone 5 Demand High Ahead of Unveiling A survey found that 41 percent of mobile users in North America plan to buy Apple's new iPhone--but only if it's a redesigned device. Doodle Celebrates Google's 13th Birthday: Here are 13 Milestones Google turns 13 and celebrates with, what else, a Google Doodle. Here's a look back on 13 Google milestones and birthday doodles. For the latest news and opinion, visit our Blogs page . Reviews The Top 10 HDTVs of 2011 Looking for a great all-around HDTV? Our PCWorld Labs tests helped us identify the ten best sets for features, design, and image quality. Top Ultraportable Laptops With screen sizes under 14 inches and weight under 4 pounds, ultraportable laptops strike an appealing balance between portability and performance. Compare prices on laptops. For more reviews, visit PCWorld.com. How-To How to Recover a Lost Phone, Tablet, or Laptop These terrific tools and tips can rescue your wayward mobile devices and keep your personal data from falling into the wrong hands. Get Great Shots When the Sun Goes Down Follow these tips to take great night-time photos of people and landscapes, and to improve night shots that need a little help. For more tips, visit PCWorld.com. Videos Can Amazon's Kindle Fire Tablet Challenge the iPad? Amazon's Kindle Fire 7-inch tablet runs on Amazon's heavily modified version of Android and will ship in mid-November at a price of $199. For more videos, visit PCWorld.com. PC World Community New Build Dead (I Think I Broke It) Join the discussion. Visit the PC World Community How to Set Up Your Network for PCs and Macs Here's how you can get your Windows 7 PC to to play nicely on a network that also has Macs. Keep reading. Advertisement Free Trial of Trend Micro Internet Security Pro Download Free 30-Day trial of full version, includes all security features of the regular product. Most Popular Searches Windows 8 Android Freeware Tablet Windows phone 7 Product Reviews Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2011 93 Pros Good interface; Strong malware detection Cons Scan speeds lag behind top performers Read Complete Review » Top 10 Paid Antivirus Programs for 2011 » Top 5 Paid Antivirus for 2011 » LG Electronics INFINIA 47LW6500 47" 3D LED TV (1920x1080, 240Hz, HDTV, LED Backlight, 3D, Wi-Fi) 87 Pros Excellent feature selection; Highly competitive price; Very good image quality Cons Minor motion issues Read Complete Review » Our Favorite HDTVs for 3D Viewing » Top 10 HDTVs » Lenovo ThinkPad X1 88 Pros Very solid construction; Thin and relatively light Cons poor battery life; glossy screen Read Complete Review » Top Ultraportable Laptops » Top 10 Business Laptops » Get Big Savings When you Shop at PCWorld.com Shop online at PCWorld.com, where you can compare product information, read trusted reviews, and find the best prices on consumer electronics. Inspiron 14R Laptop Computer- Intel Core i3-2310M processor 2.10 GHz Price: $549.99 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Inspiron 17R 17.3" Black Notebook Price: $549.99 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Browse more Best Prices on Laptops, Notebook Accessories, Wireless Networking, Desktops Top News on PCWorld.com iPhone 5 Demand High Ahead of Unveiling A survey found that 41 percent of mobile users in North America plan to buy Apple's new iPhone--but only if it's a redesigned device. Share: What's In Your Facebook File? More Than You Think Yes, Facebook is keeping a file on you, which can be used to track your location, activities, and much more. Here's how you can request a copy (maybe). Share: Top Reviews on PCWorld.com Incredibly Useful Sites for Small Business Nearly all the tools you need to run a small or midsize company are within reach of any Web browser. Here are some of the best online services and sites for business. 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