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A bittersweet look at ten years of MP3s

In the '90s, when the MP3 was new, it was difficult to predict the medium's effect on the music industry and our culture. Today, the results of the MP3 revolution are starting to show -- and they're not all good.

04/04/2008 11:02 AM

iRiver goes for a Spinn

It's sleek, shiny and allows you to spin through your collection of music, movies and more. So what's not to like? Oh yeah, the fact that it may never be coming here ...

09/01/2008 02:27 PM

Samsung i8 camera brings in da noise, da funk

Samsung has unveiled the i8, an 8-megapixel camera that doubles as a portable media player.

08/01/2008 12:45 PM

MP3 player predictions for 2008

Taking a look into our USB-powered crystal ball, we predict the inexorable rise of Flash memory, touch-screens and Bluetooth in MP3 players.

03/01/2008 10:58 AM

Sony lines up iTunes video challenger

Sony believes that the weak spot in Apple's iTunes fortress could be in video downloads. Considering that its iTunes rival, Connect, failed so spectacularly, what are its chances of succeeding this time?

07/09/2007 12:33 PM

Short films eye the really small screen

Independent filmmakers are shooting videos on mobile devices and distributing them over wireless networks in an attempt to reach a mass audience.

14/03/2006 01:35 PM

Microsoft whispers Origami details

Microsoft updated the Web site for its secretive Origami Project on Thursday in the United States, offering a more elaborate tease, but also confirming key details about the Windows-based mini tablet.

03/03/2006 12:23 PM

Creative Zen Vision:M

A study in cool, Creative Zen Vision:M gives the iPod a run for its money.

06/01/2006 10:03 AM

Foxtel to release its own portable video player

Foxtel is taking its content on the road, with the company today announcing plans to release its own brand of portable video player in the Australian market within 18 months.

24/10/2005 05:23 PM

Apple unveils video iPod, new iMac

The "one more thing" Apple had teased for Wednesday's press announcement turned out to be three more things.

13/10/2005 10:46 AM

Video iPod: From rumour to reality?

Let's examine the evidence...

06/10/2005 10:17 AM

iTunes presses play on video

The latest version of iTunes music store includes updated QuickTime video support, paving the way for Apple to sell music videos and films.

11/05/2005 02:01 PM

Hollywood seeks iTunes for film

Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment is trying to develop and own the next iTunes -- but for films.

04/04/2005 11:24 AM

Creative drops MP3 player prices

Creative has dropped prices across its entire MP3 player range. Leading the cuts is the Zen Micro 5GB player, which has been slashed by AU$150 to now have an RRP of AU$379.

01/04/2005 11:58 AM

Car crazy: Microsoft in the driver's seat

Microsoft wants your next car to run Windows.

22/10/2004 10:00 AM

Portable DVD: Why not use a notebook?

Even the lowest-end notebooks on the market these days sport DVD-ROM drives, so why shouldn't you just plump for a notebook to meet your portable DVD watching needs?

15/10/2004 01:36 PM

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iRiver Lplayer (8GB)

The iRiver Lplayer is a very likeable player with a decent feature set and an ideal choice for anyone seeking a small and simple MP3 player for music. The best reason to choose it is its small size and intuitive navigation system.
TEAC DVP703

The DVP703 might seem like another cheapy portable DVD player. In price terms it is — but its value is rather more than first meets the eye.
Iriver E100 (4GB)

Video's a little shonky and scrolling will test your patience, but the E100 delivers the audio goods and throws in some nifty features to boot.
Life! LXPI (4GB)

The first player from Australian brand Life! has a laundry list of features, but video sync issues and teeny touchscreen controls hold it back.
Cowon iAudio A3 (60GB)

With its unrivalled screen and codec support, its direct recording capabilities and its ability to playback DVD video files without transcoding, Cowon's A3 is a well-priced behemoth for portable video lovers.

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Hacking the iPod Touch

When Apple gave birth to the iPod Touch, it should have been the killer fusion of MP3 player and PDA. It wasn't. Fear not though, the guys and gals of the Internet have unlocked the Touch's full potential -- we show you how.
iRiver Lplayer

The iRiver Lplayer is a very likeable player with a decent feature set and an ideal choice for anyone seeking a small and simple MP3 player for music. The best reason to choose it is its small size and intuitive navigation system.
Iriver E100

Video's a little shonky and scrolling will test your patience, but the E100 delivers the audio goods and throws in some nifty features to boot.
Sony PSP (PlayStation Portable)

After months of delay, the Sony PSP is finally here in Australia. Should Nintendo be worried? Read our Australian review.
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The Archos 605 Wi-Fi portable video player is one of the best mobile distractions money can buy.
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Creative Zen Vision:M (30GB)

Let's get past the fact that it looks like the iPod. The Creative Zen Vision:M, drenched in features, is a refreshing breath of fresh air in the MP3 market.
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