Melissa J. PerensonSenior Editor, PCWorld Follow me on Google+

Melissa lives the tech-driven life she writes about. She's always on the hunt for the next gadget that will wow us with its design.

iPad mini vs. Nexus 7: The debate

Why Apple might want to build a 7-inch tablet

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Smaller tablets do have their advantages. Melissa Perenson explains what they are.

TechHive: Hands on with Amazon's new Kindle e-readers

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Among the spate of devices unveiled by Amazon Thursday were new e-readers: the Kindle Paperwhite and an improved (and less expensive) Kindle. Melissa J. Perenson was impressed with these two offerings after a little hands-on time.

Live Blog: Amazon press event

TechHive: NBC's Olympic apps ready for London 2012

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On Thursday, NBC took the wraps off two apps it built with the help of Adobe -- one of which will even let you watch live coverage from your iOS device. Melissa J. Perenson previews the apps over at TechHive.

iRiver Story HD e-reader

Kobo eReader Touch Edition

Barnes & Noble reveals new Nook e-reader

Kobo Wireless eReader