Home cinema round-ups

  • Best DAB+ digital radios

    25 Aug 2009 3:32 PM

    Digital radio is finally here, but what equipment do you need to receive it? We look at eight different receivers to find the best.

  • Five of the best Blu-ray players

    26 May 2009 4:03 PM

    It's now two years after the first standalone Blu-ray player went on sale in the Australian market, and we've seen prices drop from an incredibly lofty three grand to under AU$400.

  • TiVo expansion options

    12 May 2009 9:51 AM

    When the Australian version of TiVo launched last year, the hard drive within the unit was pretty small. What solutions are there for expanding the storage on offer? We present a couple of options.

  • Blu-ray players with 7.1 audio outputs

    17 Apr 2009 1:53 PM

    Want DTS-HD or Dolby TrueHD audio but can't afford a new receiver? Try one of these players which can output HD audio via 7.1 analog.

  • Stimulus handout: Spend it on tech

    09 Apr 2009 12:36 PM

    Here's our pick of the top tech products to spend your government bonus payment on.

  • Clear the coffee table: Universal remotes reviewed

    17 Nov 2008 10:36 AM

    If trying to juggle multiple remote controls is driving you crazy, check out our round-up of high-end universal remotes. Clear the clutter and control everything from one device.

  • Best soundbar theatre systems

    14 Nov 2008 12:15 PM

    Looking for a compact home theatre without wires? Then try a soundbar — a single speaker that sits under your TV and simulates a 5.1 surround system.

  • CNET Australia's Melbourne Cup Form Guide

    04 Nov 2008 11:33 AM

    The "Race That Stops a Nation" is all about throwing your money around and looking good while you're doing it. For those of you who can't be trackside at Flemington, here are some ways to watch the Melbourne Cup in style.

  • James Bond in: Quantum of Sony

    29 Oct 2008 12:43 PM

    James Bond and his nemeses sure do love Sony, with the product placement continuing unabated in the latest 007 instalment. Here are some of the gadgets you'll be seeing on-screen.

  • Best 1080p projectors

    24 Jul 2008 4:41 PM

    If you're looking for the ultimate big screen experience, then try out one of these full 1080p projectors. Perfect for big screen gaming, the Games, or Ripley's Game.

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Reviews

  • Kogan Blu-ray Player BD 2.0

    The renewed Kogan Blu-ray player is a bargain, with many of the niceties of much more expensive players but you can't expect video precision for the price.

    Specs: Blu-ray , 1

  • BenQ Joybee GP1

    The BenQ Joybee GP1 is a small and impressive LED pico-projector, but you'll pay handsomely for the "wow" factor.

    Specs: DLP , DLP , 1 , 1280 x 1024

  • Sony PlayTV (PS3)

    The Sony PlayTV is an add-on for the PlayStation 3 that allows you to use your console as a fully-fledged, dual-tuner video recorder.

    Specs: Accessories , Dual-tuner PVR