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Home cinema systems: Are kits or components right for you?

Whether you want to buy a home theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.

The Panasonic Viera TH-P54Z1A is an impressive-looking plasma that features a thickness of just one inch and full-1080p wireless.

Mitsubishi HC3800

The Mitsubishi HC3800 is a 1080p DLP projector which boasts both a relatively high lamp life and contrast ratio, which should mean better pictures for longer.
Kogan 1080P37

Kogan's 37-inch Full HD panel is inexpensive and should appeal to budget sensibilities, but it's not great for those who demand visual fidelity.
Samsung UA46B8000

The Samsung UA46B8000 is a storming LCD television: it features exquisite looks, excellent picture quality and a host of networking features.
LG 50PS70FD

The LG 50PS70FD with "Time Machine Link" is an even better deal than its more expensive sibling, and is just as capable as a television.
Pioneer PDP-C509A

The Pioneer PDPC509A is the last of the mighty Kuros, and features a 1080p resolution, three HDMI ports and enhanced contrast in bright environments.
LG 50PS80FD

The LG LG 50PS80FD "Time Machine" plasma is a very good all-rounder, which also doubles as a useful DVR — as long as you don't expect too much from it.
Loewe Art 42 SL Full-HD+ 100 DR+

Not within everyone's ballpark, the Loewe Art 42 SL is a pricey LCD TV, but if you can afford it, you won't be disappointed. It's a stylish bit of kit with plenty of upgrade and customisable options.
LG 42LH50YD

The LG 42LH50YD is a very capable television with a smattering of features, but don't buy it simply for the 200Hz mode.

Top 5 plasma TVs

Looking to buy a flat-screen TV for Christmas? If so, then the smart money is on plasma: excellent picture quality, large sizes, and capable of displaying high-definition content. We look at five of the best.
Best LCD TVs over 40-inch

CNET.com.au looks at the best LCD televisions available today, featuring everything from 1080p to 100Hz and from sizes 40 inches and up.
Best 1080p televisions

Choosing a TV can be hard, but trying to come to terms with all the jargon is even tougher. We simplify things by choosing the best 1080p televisions — all featuring the highest consumer resolution there is.
Best 1080p projectors

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.

Panasonic optimistic about 3D TV

Panasonic is hoping to capitalise on James Cameron's new 3D film Avatar by launching its own 3D technology for the home at CEATEC in Japan this week.
Report claims Pioneer to exit TV business: Company refuses to comment

A report in a Japanese newspaper says the company will stop making televisions and spin off its DVD player business into a joint venture with Sharp.
Entry-level Sony LCDs get 1080p but not 120Hz

A couple of years ago 1080p resolution, signifying the highest number of pixels available on most flat-panel HDTVs, was worth big bucks. Now it's found just about everywhere, including in Sony's least expensive line of larger-screen LCDs announced at CES 2009.
Sharp debuts 2.1-channel home theatre sound bars

Sound bars, which are designed to sit below a flat-panel TV and simulate surround sound from their compact chassis, are all the rage these days. With that in mind, Sharp has introduced two new 2.1-channel sound bars, the HT-SB300 and HT-SB200.

720p vs 1080p: Which should I buy?

Looking to buy a new television and wondering whether it's worth saving money on a lower-resolution set? We go over the pros and cons of 1080p and 720p.
CNET.com.au's quick guide to buying a home theatre projector

Our quick guide helps you identify the key features that matter most when shopping for a projector.

Duck Shoot

Use your touch screen to shoot ducks in this classic carnival game for iPhone or iPod Touch.
Cinema Tycoon

Select the movies, buy upgrades, and hype your cinema.
ThunderHawk (Pocket PC)

Browse Web pages with clear text and sharp graphics on your Pocket PC.
ThunderHawk (Symbian)

Browse Web pages with clear text and sharp graphics on your Symbian device.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.

Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
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