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Top 5 tips for buying a PVR

So you've finally ditched your VHS recorder but are unsure what to replace it with. We look at the five features you should be looking at when buying a PVR.

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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Reviews

  • Sony Handycam HDR-SR12

    A little cheaper and a bit more capacious than its predecessor, Sony's top-dog consumer camcorder is the one to get should you have the desire to go high-def.

  • Toshiba Qosmio G40

    Like its predecessor, the Qosmio G30, Toshiba's flagship multimedia desktop replacement offers a complete suite of entertainment features. The G40 is slightly slimmer and has a couple of tricks up its sleeve.

  • Apple MacBook (White, 2.16GHz)

    The latest MacBook looks identical to the old model but benefits from faster components. As a result, it's even better value for money.

  • JVC Everio GZ-MG275

    The GZ-MG275 is a hard-disk based camcorder ideal for entry-level videographers, although its asking price might give some HD enthusiasts pause for thought.

  • Norton 360

    For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance.

  • Acer Aspire e650

    The Acer Aspire e650 is a powerful, feature-rich media centre, but we're still not convinced that Viiv is mature enough for mass adoption.

  • Sony SVR-HD700

    A pricey high-end PVR with plenty going for it, despite the limited EPG and lack of USB/Firewire connections.

  • Apple MacBook Pro (1.83GHz)

    The MacBook Pro delivers unparalleled style, a solid set of features and software, and a few transitional performance issues that keep it from rivaling the most powerful PC laptops.

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Features

  • 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.

  • Microsoft TechFest 2008: A glimpse into the future

    Each year Microsoft holds its Techfest show, an exhibition of some of the research projects it's working on. CNET.com.au went to check out where the future lies.

  • Xbox 360 vs PlayStation 3 vs Wii

    Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 or Wii — which next generation games console will reign supreme?

  • CNET Labs' Dream PC

    We started with a custom-painted case, then sought out the most powerful PC components we could find to make our desktop dream a reality.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Camcorder formats: which one is best?

    Prospective camcorder buyers are faced with a choice of four types of camcorder recording media: hard disk, flash memory, MiniDV/HDV tapes, or mini-DVD. We run through the pros and cons of all four formats to make your purchasing journey a little less like a trip through Dante's nine circles of hell.

  • Build the perfect baby video

    With the imminent arrival of a new baby, your life will become a whirlwind. If you're planning to capture the whole experience on video, plan carefully and you'll have a priceless record of those fleeting early days.

  • Does the new Blu-ray Profile 1.1 make existing players obsolete?

    As if buying a new HD player wasn't hard enough -- now there is a new standard to consider when purchasing a Blu-ray device.

  • Six great photo tips

    Not sure of the best size for e-mailing photos? Confused about image quality or photo storage? CNET.com.au shares six quick tips for your digital photos.

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Downloads

  • AceBackup

    Store and back up your data with only a few mouse clicks.

  • SwellDisk Maximize Capacity

    SwellDisk is a revolutionary low cost solution for million of users around the world to dramatically maximize the capacity of their storage card.

  • SwellDisk WM5 - Maximize Memory Card Capacity

    SwellDisk is a revolutionary low cost solution for million of users around the world to dramatically maximize the capacity of their storage card.

  • SwellDisk - Maximize Storage Capacity

    SwellDisk is a revolutionary low cost solution for million of users around the world to dramatically maximize the capacity of their storage card.

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