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Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook
In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.
Fujitsu M2010
With a thick chassis and features that don't rise above the pack, the Fujitsu M2010 will have a hard time breaking through the netbook clutter.
Reviews
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Panasonic SC-PT870
The Panasonic SC-PT870 is a good system, offering decent-quality surround sound and very good picture performance.
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Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (June 2009)
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro makes only minor tweaks to the previous version, but cutting prices and swapping the ExpressCard slot for an SD card slot are enough to make it a solid improvement over its predecessor.
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Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, June 2009)
Previously known as the MacBook, Apple's basic 13-inch aluminium unibody laptop has been promoted to the "Pro" series, all while adding features and cutting the base price.
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Onkyo TX-SR607
If you can overlook its poor analog video conversion, the Onkyo TX-SR607 offers up a ton of HDMI connectivity and excellent sound quality for a mid-range AV receiver.
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Nokia E75
Nokia's E75 looks the part and mostly performs well too, but its single day battery life is a major let-down when compared to last year's E-Series offerings.
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Sharp ANPR1500H
The Sharp ANPR1500H will hold up your TV, but DVD playback and music replay are just not good enough for us to recommend it.
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Nokia 5730 XpressMusic
Nokia's 5730 XpressMusic is like the mullet of mobile phones; business up front, party out the back. This mix of business and consumer features will be welcomed by some, but could leave the 5730 in a techno-limbo.
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Logitech Harmony 1100i
Stylish but spartan, the Logitech Harmony 1100i is a luxurious tablet-style universal remote, and while a step up from the previous model it has its disadvantages.
Features
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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?
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Power consumption: How much are your gadgets costing you?
With Earth Hour making us aware of the need to conserve electricity, we conduct a real-world test to see just how much our TVs, computers and other home electronics equipment costs to run.
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Inside the Classification Board Part II: Q&A with a former deputy director
Understanding the decisions behind the classification of video games in Australia is important. In our latest in the series, GameSpot AU looks at how the system works through a Q&A with the newly-renamed Classification Board.
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CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide
Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.
News
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Electric cars making a comeback, soonish
The all-electric car — which had a brief heyday less than a decade ago before the car companies killed it — is about to make a comeback.
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New details emerge about Sony Ericsson's PlayNow Plus
Sony Ericsson will unleash yet another music-bundled value-added proposition when it launches the W995 in July, though the details vary slightly from the offerings of its competitors.
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Jamie Whincup talks tech and cars
Last year Jamie Whincup not only won the Bathurst 1000, but he was also crowned V8 Supercar champion for the first time. We sat down with him after yesterday's launch of the Norton 360 v3 and Symantec's announcement of its sponsorship deal for the Sandown V8 Supercar race.
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How Better Place plans to revive the electric car
We sat down with the CEO of Better Place Australia, Evan Thornley, to discuss how his company plans to make the electric car a reality in Australia.
DIYs and How-to
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How to network your home
We tackle one of the most complex tasks for a home user — how to set up a network in your own home. In this month's instalment we talk about the basics of networking.
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Plasma vs. LCD: Which is right for you?
Update: which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?
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Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online
This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.
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Eight tips to make your home eco-friendly
Cnet.com.au's top tips to turn your home into a more eco-friendly household.
Downloads
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TopForums Explorer
Explore the most popular forums on the web.
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The Secrets to High Profit Websites
Learn how to setup tour Web sites for maximum profitability.
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Custom Framer - Home
Create and add frames to your digital images.
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WebExercises Desktop
Create personalized exercise prescriptions, print or deliver them by e-mail.

























