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Belkin Flip DVI-D

Belkin Flip DVI-D

As long as you're not using Vista on one of your machines, Belkin's Flip DVI-D is a well featured KVM switch that offers support for up to 30-inch monitors.

29/08/2008 10:13 AM

Vodafone Internet Stick

Vodafone Internet Stick

For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.

26/08/2008 10:44 AM

Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

While the QuickCam Sphere produces excellent pictures and has impressed us with its automatic face tracking, these features don't justify the extra expense over the cheaper webcams in the Logitech stable with matching optics.

25/08/2008 03:49 PM

Making the most of Skype video-calling

Making the most of Skype video-calling

Skype High Quality video-calling can help shrink the distance between yourself and loved ones overseas, but you may need to fork out for some new tech. We take a look at what you need.

13/08/2008 01:43 PM

 Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

We're not wild about the design of Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks, but its image quality is so vastly superior to that of other notebook webcams that we're more than willing to make the occasional camera readjustment as needed.

30/07/2008 11:29 AM

Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000   Editors’ Choice

The Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 offers a winning combination of stellar image quality, easy-to-use software, and a sturdy, stable stand. It's our webcam pick for desktop and laptop users alike.

29/07/2008 04:32 PM

Optimus Maximus

Optimus Maximus

As impressive as we find the Optimus Maximus keyboard in concept, the US$1,600 price tag overwhelms its real world benefits. We can only recommend this keyboard to those most charmed by this unique keyboard's novelty.

23/07/2008 11:19 AM

Razer DeathAdder for Mac OS X

Razer DeathAdder for Mac OS X

With StarCraft II and Diablo III on the horizon for OS X, and the benefits designers and video editors can gain from a highly responsive and accurate mouse, this is one device you should check out.

18/07/2008 03:44 PM

Das Professional Keyboard

Das Professional Keyboard

Typing purists, gamers, and computing old schoolers will love the Das Professional Keyboard and its satisfying mechanical switch design. Most casual users, however, will balk at the AU$132 price for such an otherwise spare input device.

14/07/2008 11:54 AM

A wristed development for Disney

A wristed development for Disney

Disney has partnered with Lexar to release a range of brightly coloured data storage accessories, including a High School Musical USB bracelet.

27/06/2008 02:24 PM

Microsoft Digital Media Keyboard 3000

Microsoft Digital Media Keyboard 3000

Yep, it's a keyboard, with no delusions of trying to be anything else. For the price it's pitched at, it also happens to be a very good one.

26/06/2008 05:13 PM

Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000

Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000

Unless you desperately need a full-sized keyboard covered in silver to match your decor, we'd suggest you pass on the Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000, and go for one of the cheaper options.

13/06/2008 04:51 PM

Optimus Maximus maker is at it again

Optimus Maximus maker is at it again

The Russian design firm has gone to market with its "Optimus Maximus," the most-hyped keyboard of all time. Now the company is already onto its Next Big Thing, the "Optimus Popularis".

05/06/2008 10:42 AM

Lexar Professional UDMA CompactFlash Dual-Slot Reader

Lexar Professional UDMA CompactFlash Dual-Slot Reader

Most users won't need Lexar's Professional UDMA reader, but if you're already deep in the high-capacity, high storage flash market, it's a great buy.

13/05/2008 02:33 PM

Logitech G15 (Revision 2)

Logitech G15 (Revision 2)   Editors’ Choice

Logitech's revised version of its already distinctive G15 gaming keyboard adds polish and trims some of the fat.

12/05/2008 02:14 PM

Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000 - keyboard, mouse

Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000 - keyboard, mouse

Though it may not offer much relief from clinical repetitive stress injuries, the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000 will satisfy users who want a slightly more comfortable keyboard and mouse than the one that came with their computer.

05/05/2008 09:56 AM

Nvidia to make all your PC games 3D (if you so choose)

Nvidia to make all your PC games 3D (if you so choose)

Thanks to a new software driver Nvidia is cooking up, any PC game can be played in 3D, with no extra work on the part of game developers.

30/04/2008 11:38 AM

Wacom Cintiq 12WX

Wacom Cintiq 12WX

A great input device if you do a lot of brush-based graphics, the Cintiq 12WX nonetheless has some awkward design aspects and a bit of a high price.

16/04/2008 12:43 PM

M-Audio Studiophile AV 40

M-Audio Studiophile AV 40

M-Audio's Studiophile AV 40 is a PC speaker for music lovers who care more about sound quality than compact size or rock bottom pricing.

31/03/2008 05:37 PM

Nvidia to blame for many early Vista crashes

Interesting information has surfaced in the documents that have been released as part of the Windows Vista Capable lawsuit.

31/03/2008 01:43 PM

  • Belkin Flip DVI-D

  • Vodafone Internet Stick

  • Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

  • Making the most of Skype video-calling

  • Inside Apple's new Chatswood store

  • Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

  • Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

  • Eight tips to make your home eco-friendly

  • Optimus Maximus

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    • Belkin Flip DVI-D

      Belkin Flip DVI-D

      As long as you're not using Vista on one of your machines, Belkin's Flip DVI-D is a well featured KVM switch that offers support for up to 30-inch monitors.

    • Vodafone Internet Stick

      Vodafone Internet Stick

      For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.

    • Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

      Logitech QuickCam Sphere AF

      While the QuickCam Sphere produces excellent pictures and has impressed us with its automatic face tracking, these features don't justify the extra expense over the cheaper webcams in the Logitech stable with matching optics.

    •  Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

      Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks

      We're not wild about the design of Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks, but its image quality is so vastly superior to that of other notebook webcams that we're more than willing to make the occasional camera readjustment as needed.

    • Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

      Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

      The Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 offers a winning combination of stellar image quality, easy-to-use software, and a sturdy, stable stand. It's our webcam pick for desktop and laptop users alike.

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