Computer accessory stories

  • Record audio with your computer

    23 Oct 2009 12:51 PM

    Learn the basics of recording voice and music onto a computer using microphones, audio cables and USB adapters.

  • Australian pricing for new Macs

    21 Oct 2009 10:51 AM

    Apple has revealed Australian pricing details for the new hardware line-up it announced overnight in the US, with the vendor's new low-end MacBook laptop starting at AU$1299.

  • Aussie ebook access opens up

    19 Oct 2009 1:28 PM

    Australians will be able to buy digital books over the counter at bookstores from next year using new technology designed for Australian book publishers.

  • Augmented reality in Aussie film clip

    19 Oct 2009 12:23 PM

    Aussie band Lost Valentinos is using augmented reality in its latest video clip and is asking for your help.

  • Ebook readers: A guide to the world of digital books and how to read them

    09 Oct 2009 5:49 PM

    E-readers are just entering the Australian market, and plenty of people are interested. But what should you know before you start buying digital books and e-readers? We explain the basics.

  • Amazon's Kindle comes to Oz

    07 Oct 2009 5:08 PM

    Amazon's hyped e-reader Kindle is coming to Australia, with plans for the device to begin shipping on 19 October.

  • Sony Vaio, Walkman, Reader get OLED treatment

    07 Oct 2009 2:51 PM

    In lieu of OLED TVs, Sony shows off OLED-based Vaio, Reader and Walkman prototypes at the CEATEC show in Japan.

  • Microsoft shows off pressure-sensitive keyboard

    07 Aug 2009 1:01 PM

    What could you do with a keyboard that was sensitive to pressure? Check out the demo video.

  • DIY home surveillance with a webcam

    04 Aug 2009 3:59 PM

    Too cheap to buy a real home security system? A webcam gets you part of the way there. We examine a few inexpensive ways to do it with an old computer and some home security software.

  • Best gaming mouses

    24 Jul 2009 4:27 PM

    From macros to on-the-fly-dpi to storing configurations on the device itself, the mouse is arguably the most important tool in a PC gamer's arsenal. Here we have a list of our five favourite gaming mouses.

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Reviews

  • Logitech Wireless Desktop MK700

    Although it's not our favourite keyboard and mouse combination, the Logitech Wireless Desktop MK700 set earns our recommendation for its comfortable "Incurve" key design, quick scrolling mouse and impressive battery life.

    Specs: Mouse, Keyboard

  • Logitech G330

    The G330 may not sound great, but it's certainly one of the most comfortable headphones around.

    Specs: Headphones

  • Wacom Bamboo Pen & Touch

    Wacom's new range of Bamboo graphics tablets are not just for designers and illustrators. The introduction of touch technology means that even people totally unfamiliar with tablets can now use the devices.

    Specs: Miscellaneous