Do We Live in a Post-PC World?

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Do we really live in a "post PC world," as many tech prognosticators (most notably Steve Jobs) have proclaimed? To find out, we culled through seven annual "100 Best Products" lists and analyzed the trends. The answer is both yes and no. We've seen major changes in tech in the past several years, but the PC appears to be alive and well--for the moment. Take a look at our top story to see how our tech world has changed since 2005. --Kim Saccio-Kent, Newsletter Editor Top Story Tech Revolutions: Products Tell the Story Want to see how technology has changed? Look at the hardware, software, and services that have topped PCWorld's annual Best Products list since 2005. Top Tweets From @PCWPluggedIn IBM supercomputer will be as smart as a human by 2019 Goal of being "as dumb as a human" was reached years ago. Apple confirms that bugs cause iPhone 4S battery problems But on the plus side, the 4S's antenna is A-OK! Gravity-powered robot legs mimic human walking Gravity approach is especially good for replicating falling down. Follow us every day on Twitter: @PCWPluggedIn Spotlight on Geek Tech QR Codes Help Paint the Deeper Pictures Behind Art Artist Jose Torres combines traditional painting with QR codes, letting his work tell stories like never before. Browse this week's Geek Tech. Download of the Week Lonely Landscapes Windows 7 Theme This free Windows 7 theme puts a slide show of moody, ethereal landscape photographs on your desktop. Fun & Games Want to Play Skyrim Early? Bethesda's Working On It Skyrim may be available a hair earlier than expected for those not on Eastern time when it arrives late next week. 20 Best Browser Apps of 2011 Whether you want to stay on top of your to-do list, find out who is tracking you online, or sling a few birds at pesky pigs, here are 20 apps that are well worth your time. 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