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Katherine Boehret

    Latest articles by Katherine Boehret

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    Turn Any Kid’s Book Into an Audio BookTurn Any Kid’s Book Into an Audio Book
    Technology

    The Sparkup gadget clips on any picture book to add audio readings.

    By Katherine Boehret
    Technology
    Why Apple Might Use Sapphire Screen in New iPhoneWhy Apple Might Use Sapphire Screen in New iPhone
    Technology

    What’s so shiny about sapphire displays? This guide can help clear up confusion.

    By Katherine Boehret
    Technology
    Not Just a Lot of Talk: NPR One Sounds SmarterNot Just a Lot of Talk: NPR One Sounds Smarter
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    Listening gets more personal: NPR One builds a profile of you, the listener, to use on all devices.

    By Katherine Boehret
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    Finding Fun in Saving MoneyFinding Fun in Saving Money
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    Can a finance-managing app be too fun? SaveUp prizes keep users coming back.

    By Katherine Boehret
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    What’s So “Prime” About Prime Pantry?What’s So “Prime” About Prime Pantry?
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    If Prime Pantry frustrates Prime members who are spoiled by free, two-day shipping, who wants it?

    By Katherine Boehret
    Technology
    Tech-Savvy Onesie Aims to Help Parents Rest EasyTech-Savvy Onesie Aims to Help Parents Rest Easy
    Technology

    A souped-up Mimo onesie monitors baby’s breathing, but app data isn’t useful enough.

    By Katherine Boehret
    Technology
    Tips Toward a Smarter SonosTips Toward a Smarter Sonos
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    Are you using @Sonos to its full potential? Quick tips for smarter wireless listening.

    By Katherine Boehret
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    Fresh Skype Modernizes, Speeds Up iPhone AppFresh Skype Modernizes, Speeds Up iPhone App
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    Skype gets speedier and syncs better in a new iPhone app -- plus a few user tips you didn’t know.

    By Katherine Boehret
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    To Sleep, Perchance to Dream -- Using TechnologyTo Sleep, Perchance to Dream -- Using Technology
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    Dreampad delivers sound through vibration, and eases sleeping, Katie finds.

    By Katherine Boehret
    Technology
    Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Doesn’t Stand Up to MacBook AirMicrosoft Surface Pro 3 Doesn’t Stand Up to MacBook Air
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    Even with an improved kickstand, the newest version of Microsoft’s Surface Pro isn’t good enough to replace its intended target.

    By Katherine Boehret