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CNET Reader LJM asks: Does the quality of the materials used to make a cable influence the picture or sound quality? Specifically, what about gold-plated connectors? Good question. For years, cable companies have touted gold-plated this and oxygen-free that. There are two different aspects to consider with these marketing-based claims. The first is the cable itself. All cables (with the …

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Will Verizon unlock my iPhone 4S?

Swapping out your SIM card on your iPhone 4S when you travel abroad is a good way to avoid expensive roaming charges. But whether you can do it, and on which carrier it’s allowed, can be confusing. In this edition of Ask Maggie I answer what should be a simple and straight-forward question about whether a Verizon Wireless iPhone 4S …

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