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Blu-ray: Everything you need to know

In 2009, it seems that Blu-ray is finally ready for the mainstream. But what exactly is it, what does it do, and is it right for you?

Pro-Ject Debut III/Phono USB

The Pro-Ject Debut III/Phono USB turntable is a great turntable which simplifies archiving recordings on a PC — even if it still doesn't make it easy.

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Reviews

  • Panasonic TH-50PZ700A

    Despite a recent price drop, the Panasonic TH-50PZ700A still struggles in the face of its main competitor, the Pioneer Kuro.

  • HP Pavilion HDX - 'Dragon'

    With a 20-inch widescreen, HD DVD drive and HDTV tuner, HP's Pavilion HDX has supersized the desktop replacement into a fire-breathing, multimedia beast.

  • Samsung BD-UP5000

    The Samsung BD-UP5000 is only the second HD multi-player to be announced but includes full support for both HD DVD and Blu-ray.

  • Toshiba HD-XE1

    For getting the very best out of HD-DVDs, you really can't go wrong with the Toshiba HD-XE1.

  • Toshiba REGZA 47WL68

    The future-proofed and affordable Toshiba REGZA 47WL68E would have bagged an Editors' Choice if not for its average styling.

  • Onkyo TX-SR605

    The Onkyo TX-SR605 raises the bar for AV receivers by delivering an amazing number of next-generation audio and video features at an unbeatably low price

  • Samsung HT-TXQ120T

    The Samsung HT-TXQ120 is a rock solid audio system that rivals component-level kits in sound quality. This, however, is not the case for the video department with its just above-average visuals.

  • Yamaha RX-V661B

    The Yamaha RX-V661 is a solid, budget AV receiver with HD switching, but it's a tough sell when models with next-generation HDMI 1.3 features are about to hit the market.

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Features

  • Format wars: the tech that should have won

    Did you love Laserdisc? Were you bonkers over Betamax? Do you cry yourself to sleep because BeOS never hit the big time? Fret no more -- superdork Captain Tech is here to travel back in time and save the format losers that should have triumphed.

  • Desktop shopping checklist

    Home PCs still have their place in the sun, thanks to falling prices and ease of upgradeability.

  • CES 2007: Home theatre preview

    Interested in a sneak peek of what's heading our way in the not-so-distant future? Get your dose of home A/V buzz with CNET.com.au's Consumer Electronics Show 2007 preview.

  • Must-have HD TV add-ons

    Hesitant to buy an HD TV because you are not sure what to get out of it? Find out what extras will make your HD TV experience perfect in our must-have list.

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DIYs and How-to

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