NY Times to Fold Weekly "Circuits" Section?

By Alice Hill
Every Thursday I wait for "Circuits" the low-tech attempt by the NY Times to be edgy and tuned into all things tech. The section has always been a bit of a lowbrow joke to the higher end techies, but for some reason we all read it anyway, and I always found myself taking it to the office and often posting stories on the products or ordering some of the gadgets myself.

Anyway, the NY Post has reported a rumour that Circuits will be folded in late April, and I have to say they are making a big mistake. All they need to do is jettison the beginner focus and expand the wonderful section on gadgets and products, and then add some more of the great hands-on reviews and industry commentary. Hopefully people will speak up, but in the meantime, here is what the Post had to say:

"Executive Editor Bill Keller is said to be planning to end "Circuits" as a stand-alone section covering the high-tech world by the end of April. In its place, he's said to be mulling a new section dedicated to shopping, fitness and fashion. Trip Gabriel at Sunday Styles, and the Science section's Rick Flaste, are rumored to be the editors in line to head the new section. Neither returned calls.

"Sources say the staff was told of Keller's decision last week but were promised that they would be reapportioned to other sections of the paper. Circuits Editor Kevin McKenna did not return calls and a Times spokeswoman declined to comment." Source: NY Post

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