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How to make your own iPhone ringtones

Just because Apple charges for iPhone ringtones doesn't mean we should have to pay for them. Follow our step-by-step guide to creating your own ringtones using your favourite MP3 files.

How to make your own iPhone ringtones

Just because Apple charges for iPhone ringtones doesn't mean we should have to pay for them. Follow our step-by-step guide to creating your own ringtones using your favourite MP3 files.

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Reviews

iXpand 3G

Despite its stylish iPhone-like design, the iXpand 3G is best avoided due to its sub-par battery performance.
Billion BiPAC 7404VNPX

The 7404VNPX has pretty much every feature you could ever wish for in a modem router — except stability.
INQ Chat 3G

The INQ Chat 3G takes the popular, inexpensive INQ1 and slaps a full QWERTY keyboard on top. It's an addition as delicious as gravy on a pile of mashed potatoes, but the Chat 3G doesn't live up to the BlackBerry devices that it emulates.
LG Watch Phone GD910

The GD910 certainly has wow-factor. It looks like a watch but performs well as a mobile phone cum messenger. Sadly, the high price really dents the appeal of this wonderful gadget.
Virgin Mobile Broadband WiFi modem

This WiFi modem/router works well and provides great value on some plans, but we're still left wanting better performance out of Virgin Mobile's actual broadband.
Mophie Juice Pack Air

It costs a pretty penny, but for people who need more juice in their iPhone, the Juice Pack Air is worth every cent.
Edimax nLite 3G-6200n 3G Broadband Router

Edimax's nLite 3G-capable router might sucker you in with a bargain price point, but you'll pay a hefty frustration price along the way.
Samsung NC10

The NC10 betters previous Samsung netbooks with a built-in HSDPA SIM card reader and the portability this provides. Optus wireless broadband bundles seem like excellent value.

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Features

Seven's dream to turn vivid nightmare?

Australia definitely loves its wireless broadband — but as Seven firms up plans to deploy high-speed WiMax wireless services this year under its vividwireless brand, the big question is whether the geographically-limited service can become relevant in an already crowded wireless landscape.
Telstra Next G mobile phones

Telstra claims its Next G network covers 98 per cent of the Australian population and is the fastest in the country. CNET Australia explains what Next G is and how it differs from other providers, and compares the Next G mobile phones available.
Best value SIM-only contracts

Are you at the end of your mobile contract but not looking for a new phone? We take a closer look at the carriers' offerings to discover the best value SIM-only deals.
Top 7 business apps for BlackBerry

We all know that BlackBerry phones are touted as some of the best business devices out there. Here are six of our favourite applications for busy, on-the-go professionals.

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News

Smartphone spy apps: the facts

Applications that can spy on you via your mobile phone are real, but how concerned should you really be and how can you safeguard yourself against an attack?
New Optus prepaid plans

The competition for your mobile money is getting even more fierce than before, with Optus announcing aggressive new prepaid plans.
iPhone apps to make Mardi Gras magic

In preparation for the Mardi Gras celebrations we've put together a list of iPhone apps to make your Mardi Gras magic.
Samsung applies phone nous to 3G vending machine

A vending machine with 3G connectivity? Samsung puts the concept on display at Mobile World Congress 2010.

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DIYs and How-to

iPhone starter kit

Check out our picks for the most useful, informative, social and media-friendly of the bunch to get you started with your new iPhone or iPod Touch.
10 travel photography tips

CNET.com.au offers some quick tips for taking perfect holiday photos.
Tiny sites: a guide to the mobile Web

Tug on your boardies, slap zinc on your nose and let CNET.com.au guide you through the wonderful world of mobile Web surfing.
Top 10 reasons not to buy an iPhone

Since its release, the iPhone has had more than its share of press. Love it or hate it, everyone's been talking about it and looking at its sleek, colourful interface, it's hard not to fall in love with it. But like most decisions based on emotion, buying one may not be the smartest thing to do — at least, not yet.

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Downloads

Rackham Ornaments

Add some holiday cheer with this collection of font dingbats.
SeasonsGreetings

Download a holiday-inspired "ornamental" font.
WindowBlinds Holiday Skin Pack

The WindowBlinds Holiday Skin Pack will transform your Windows, title bars, buttons, and more to fit the holiday season.
GiftBox Plus

Gift & Idea tracking - best-selling app, includes PC companion! Birthdays, Anniversaries, Christmas, etc. Store sizes, hobbies, colors, ideas,...