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New Audi A8 to come with Google Earth

Audi has announced that its flagship luxury sedan, the new A8, will come with Google Earth and Google point-of-interest searching — just don't hold your breath Aussies.

Students access HSC results via PlayStation 3

A spokesperson for the Board of Studies confirmed that in the first 24 hours, 33 students had used a PlayStation 3 to access its website to get their HSC marks, while 21 more has used a PSP.

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Reviews

Jabra Halo

Jabra's Halo is stylish to look at, but just too fiddly to use on a regular basis.
Nokia 6700 Slide

The 6700 Slide looks like a smartphone for the masses, with a good mix of technology you'll probably use and expensive tech you might not find you'll need.
Samsung S6700T

If you're looking for an inexpensive phone with a nice, simple interface and a decent number of features, you won't be disappointed with the Samsung S6700T.
Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 4000

The Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 4000 doesn't leave much room for complaint. It fits comfortably in your hand and works on almost any surface, thanks to Microsoft's BlueTrack sensor technology. It would make a useful addition to your mobile arsenal.
NetComm 3G18Wn 3G USB 11n Wi-Fi Router

The 3G18Wn provides good 802.11n performance, 3G USB modem compatibility and a great fall-back position for those using both wireless and wired internet connections.
Sony Ericsson W508

The W508 is a great phone for listening to music and playing games, but it's yet another Walkman phone from Sony Ericsson that doesn’t really standout from the pack.
Metal Gear Solid Touch

Finicky controls and no real game to speak of make this Metal Gear game less than solid.
Mazda 2 Maxx 3-door hatch (2008)

Shame the spunky, new-age Mazda 2 Maxx doesn't come with direct iPod connectivity. You do get a 3.5mm auxiliary jack and an MP3-capable six CD changer.

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Features

Security suites for 2010

Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.
Hands-free heaven: Bluetooth headset round-up

Bluetooth headsets are the way to go for anyone spending a lot of time chatting on a mobile. We look at four top contenders.
Wireless networking demystified

With so many options, which network set-up is best for you?
Twitter-integrated TV: Stepping into the time warp?

Some viewers would eat it up; others would ignore it. But packaged right by the industry, Twitter could easily become the biggest thing in interactive TV since Dr Frank-N-Furter played the hot dog.

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News

Adam plucks first SA WiMax apple

South Australian internet service provider, Adam Internet, has turned on its first WiMax tower, an effort its chieftain Scott Hicks described as a "minor miracle".
NAB rolls out contactless terminals

National Australia Bank has announced that it will roll out systems to over 500 Melbourne merchants this month, which will enable them to take customers' payment when they hold their cards up to a reader, but has stopped developing technology for payments via mobile phone.
Seven to build $50m Perth WiMax network

Vivid Wireless, Seven's subsidiary and Australia's newest ISP, claims the network will deliver speeds up to 10 times faster than available 3G networks.
Can Vodafone close the rural 3G gap?

Optus, Vodafone and Three have long struggled to match Telstra's reach outside the capital cities. Vodafone's major network upgrade is the best chance yet to dilute Next G's rural monopoly, but questions remain.

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DIYs and How-to

How much mobile data do you need?

Trying to add up your potential data usage may seem like a nightmare, but a little common sense could save you money when signing your next contract.
How to avoid suspicious websites

Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.
Choose the right Bluetooth headset

Bluetooth headsets have become essential for anyone who spends a great deal of time on the road — here's how they work and what to look for when you're choosing one.
How to store your files online

Six options for sharing, backing up and storing your files online.

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Downloads

SugarSync Manager

Backup, access, and sync your files across your computers and a mobile phone.
iZone Internet Turbo

Accelerate speed of your Internet connection.
Radiotracker

Listen and record your favorite music from online radio stations.
ParetoLogic Privacy Controls

Remove traces of your Internet activities from computer.

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.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.