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What is THX?

We've all, no doubt, seen equipment or places branded as THX certified, but what does having the three-letter logo actually mean?

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Ariel Atom-inspired racing simulator costs a cool $19k

The new TL1 is an all-in-one racing, flight and first-person-shooting motion simulator, which comes with some pretty neat hardware.

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Panasonic SC-BTT790

The SC-BTT790 packs wireless rear speakers, built-in Wi-Fi, an iPod dock, 3D Blu-ray player, NTFS and FAT32 compatible USB port, SD card slot and dual HDMI inputs.

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Smarter tech could slash electricity bills

Household electronics need to be designed to operate like battery-saving mobile devices to keep a lid on climbing energy use from the growing number of connected gadgets in the home.

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Tech Time Machine: 31 March

Did you know that it was on this day in 1999 that The Matrix premiered in US cinemas? Well, you do now.

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Panasonic SC-BTT370

Well built, great picture and decent audio with ample connectivity and wireless functionality, the SC-BTT370 ticks most, not all, home-theatre-in-a-box boxes.

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Philips bids farewell to consumer technology

Philips has reportedly sold off its entire consumer tech division to concentrate on medical and lighting equipment. 1

PS4 to support 4K playback?

As part of its push to get consumers using the new HD standard, rumours have suggested that Sony will add 4K support to the PS4. 1

ACCC puts an end to 'Wi-Fi Ready' marketing claims

The ACCC has declared companies will no longer be allowed to call devices "Wi-Fi Ready" if they require an extra purchase to add the wireless features.

What is THX?

We've all, no doubt, seen equipment or places branded as THX certified, but what does having the three-letter logo actually mean?

Ariel Atom-inspired racing simulator costs a cool $19k

The new TL1 is an all-in-one racing, flight and first-person-shooting motion simulator, which comes with some pretty neat hardware. 5

Smarter tech could slash electricity bills

Household electronics need to be designed to operate like battery-saving mobile devices to keep a lid on climbing energy use from the growing number of connected gadgets in the home.

Tech Time Machine: 31 March

Did you know that it was on this day in 1999 that The Matrix premiered in US cinemas? Well, you do now.

What I'd like to see in a new Apple TV

Apple's streaming video box could get a lot better with a few improvements. 2

JMC Soundboard makes music out of wood

Good guitars tend to be made of good-quality wood, and JMC Lutherie, a Switzerland-based company, prides itself on handcrafting these instruments out of the finest trees. Straying away from its spe...

CNET TV episode 5: Hot Products

Lexy Savvides takes us through the best products of the week, including two home theatres in a box, a Yamaha receiver and a Sony camcorder.

Quickflix movie streaming available now on Sony TVs

Sony has just switched on Quickflix's movie-streaming service for the company's internet-enabled TVs, Blu-ray players and home theatre systems. 4

Microsoft sees screens everywhere in futuristic video

Say what you will about Microsoft's execution in developing cool products and services consumers want — one thing Microsoft doesn't lack is the ability to create a clever glimpse into the possibili... 1

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Review | Systems

Sonos Playbar

The Sonos Playbar is cleverly designed and does great fake surround, but it's better suited to current Sonos customers than newcomers. 2
Preview | Home Cinema

Samsung HT-E6750W

A Samsung home-theatre system with 7.1-channel sound, a vacuum tube amp, glass fibre speakers and full Smart Hub functionality, all for under AU$750. 3
Review | Home Cinema

LG BH9520TW

The LG BH9520TW comes packed with features and has great performance, making it worth the price tag.
Preview | Home Cinema

Panasonic SC-BTT790

The SC-BTT790 packs wireless rear speakers, built-in Wi-Fi, an iPod dock, 3D Blu-ray player, NTFS and FAT32 compatible USB port, SD card slot and dual HDMI inputs.
Review | Home Cinema

Panasonic SC-BTT370

Well built, great picture and decent audio with ample connectivity and wireless functionality, the SC-BTT370 ticks most, not all, home-theatre-in-a-box boxes. 2
Review | Home Cinema

Pioneer HTZ-808BD

With good looks, impressive audio and video quality and useable connectivity features, this Pioneer HTiB system is one of the better sub-$1000 ones out there. It lacks 3D Blu-ray playback and wireless speakers, but if neither of these features matter, then this is a fantastic system to partner with a quality flat-panel screen.