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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?
LG BD370
Cheap and very cheerful, the LG BD370 Blu-ray player is a fantastically optioned piece of blue laser finery, and a new benchmark for budget players.
Reviews
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Guitar Hero II
The Guitar Hero series makes a fantastic debut on the Xbox 360 in Guitar Hero II, adding a bunch of new content and even tweaking a few small things that weren't so great about the PS2 version.
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i-Vision 922 video glasses
These quirky virtual display specs are fun and attention-grabbing, but the price exceeds the novelty value.
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Microsoft Xbox 360 HD-DVD player
While it doesn't offer HDMI connectivity, the Xbox 360 HD DVD player matches up well against stand-alone HD DVD players, and it's a relative bargain at AU$249.95.
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Xbox 360
The first 'next generation' console to hit Australia, the Xbox 360 promises plenty of extras aside from gaming. Should you rush out and buy one? Read our extensive Australian review to find out.
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Dynasty Warriors 5: PS2 review
If you think Uma's body count in Kill Bill Vol 1 was impressive, just wait till you take control of one of the generals in Dynasty Warriors 5.
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Blood Will Tell: PS2 Review
Blood Will Tell would have made a great TV anime series if it wasn't already a decent PS2 game. Read our Australian review.
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Gran Turismo 4: PS2 review
Please unscramble the following for our short summary of Gran Turismo 4: Best. Ever. Game. Car. For more, read our Australian review.
Features
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HDMI 1.3 - is it worth waiting for?
HDMI 1.3 is touted as a major enhancement of the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) specification. John Falcone looks at what it offers, and whether you should hold off purchases until AV gear with this HDMI update is more widely available.
News
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Q&A: Xbox AU boss David McLean
Microsoft's David McLean compares the Xbox 360 to the PS2, comments on the Australian Wii launch, and talks about the future of HD.
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Extended MGS4 trailer floors Konami press conference
The masters of Metal Gear unveil their full 2006 lineup including new MGS and Silent Hill PSP titles, Konami's first Wii game, and more.
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Xbox 360 unveiled, and it's coming next year
Microsoft has officially taken the wraps off the Xbox 360, its next generation console that features a sleek new design, a detachable hard drive and more than a teraflop of processing power.
DIYs and How-to
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TV buying guide
Whether you want a new bedroom set or a massive home-theatre centrepiece, our CNET editors' guide gives you the full picture on shopping for a new TV.
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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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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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans | 1% |
| Nokia N97 | 41 plans |  3% |
| Blackberry Curve 8520 | 6 plans | 1% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 12 plans | 2% |
| Apple mobile phones | 3% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 3% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 2% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 3% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 1% |
