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  • Sony Vaio VGC-JS15G/(P/S/T)

    30 Dec 2008 12:04 PM

    Another entry in Sony's panel PC range, doing its best to imitate Apple.

    Specs: 2GB , Windows Vista Home Premium , Intel Core 2 Duo , DDR2 SDRAM

  • Apple SuperDrive Mac Mini (1.42 GHz)

    20 Sep 2005 2:27 PM

    The Apple SuperDrive Mac Mini addresses some of the shortcomings of its AU$799 predecessor, making it a well-rounded home PC at its base configuration.

    Specs: 512MB , Mac OS X , PowerPC G4 , DDR400

  • 10

    Apple iMac G5 (1.9GHz, 17-inch)

    13 Oct 2005 5:07 PM

    Believe it or not, Apple still makes computers, even if its latest iMac seems more entertainment centre than home computer.

    Specs: 512MB , Mac OS X , DDR2-533

  • 10

    Enspire AVR-200

    29 Nov 2005 11:59 AM

    The Enspire AVR-200 is an attractive, entry-level home theatre PC that boasts a seven-day EPG, the intuitive Windows MCE recording interface and dual TV tuners.

    Specs: AMD Athlon 64 , 8 , 200 GB, 10/100 LAN, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g , Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

  • Fujitsu Deskpower TX

    05 Jan 2006 3:48 PM

    Fujitsu's Deskpower TX is an enticing offering for those moving up to both Media Center and LCD displays, but it's not without its weaknesses.

    Specs: 512MB , Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 , Intel Pentium 4 , DDR2-533

  • Asus S-presso

    16 Jan 2006 5:53 PM

    Asus' S-Presso Media Centre is an attractive looking PC if you're only after mid-range performance.

    Specs: Intel Extreme Graphics 2 , Microsoft Windows XP

  • Apple Mac Mini Core Solo

    02 Mar 2006 4:39 PM

    It looks great, it's easy to use, and it executes the home-theatre PC concept better than perhaps any other vendor's product.

    Specs: 512MB , Mac OS X , Intel Core Solo , DDR2-667

  • 7

    Optima WorkPro 7000T

    22 Mar 2006 3:51 PM

    For those after a sub-AU$1500 PC, the Optima WorkPro 7000T offers the best bang-for-buck we've seen so far. Highly recommended.

    Specs: 512MB , Windows XP Home , AMD Athlon 64 , DDR400

  • 5.6

    Lenovo 3000 J105

    07 Apr 2006 5:34 PM

    The Lenovo 3000 J105 is best suited for basic office and home productivity tasks; but with limited upgrade options and a one-year warranty, better deals are out there.

    Specs: 512MB , Windows XP Professional , AMD Athlon 64 , DDR400

  • 9.7

    Altech Maestro Pro 2 (Blu-ray Edition)

    19 Apr 2006 2:38 PM

    Early adopters will love the Pro 2's excellent media centre features, but the current dearth of Blu-ray content will deter many.

    Specs: Intel Pentium D , 3 GHz, 1 , 250 GB, GeForce 6600 GT , 10/100/1000 LAN, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g , Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition

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