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Fake iPod Nano (4th generation)
If it wasn't for the glitchy software and sub-standard battery life, the fake iPod Nano might have been almost as good as the real thing.
Philips GoGear Vibe
The Philips GoGear Vibe isn't the best budget MP3 player we've seen, but its enviable colour screen, photo viewer and video playback make it one of the most well-rounded in the price range.
Reviews
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Apple iTunes 9
iTunes 9 is a natural, yet relatively minor, evolution of Apple's popular media management software and is a required download for new iPod owners.
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Apple iPod Touch (3rd generation, 32GB)
Though the updates are subtle, the third-generation iPod Touch still leaves its competitors in the dust.
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Apple iPod Nano (5th generation)
Not sure which new iPod to choose? The Nano's fifth incarnation wins hands down, with FM tuner and video camera being more than just cheap gimmicks.
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Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6)
Intel Mac users will like Snow Leopard's smartly designed interface enhancements, and its Exchange support is a must-have (especially with Outlook for Mac on the way). With a ton of technological improvements, Snow Leopard is worth the AU$39 upgrade fee.
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Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB)
The iPhone 3GS is faster and we appreciate the new features and extended battery life, but call quality and 3G reception still need improvement.
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Cowon D2+
The Cowon D2+ is a sturdy little touchscreen MP3 player with flexible sound enhancement settings and useful features, but it hasn't changed much from the 2007 version.
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iRiver P7
The iRiver P7 is like a beautifully crafted concept car with a frustrating lack of horsepower, but the price is compelling.
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Cowon O2 (32GB)
The O2 is a solid player, offering impressive video and sound quality and support for a massive list of filetypes.
Features
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MacBook Pro vs. the PC competition
Mac or PC? The war rages on. We've thrown the most recent 13-inch MacBook Pro and the closest PC to a Mac we've seen, the Asus U80V, into the ring for an all out brawl.
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Australian music download services compared
If you're keen to boost your music collection without stepping away from the glow of your monitor, our quick guide to Australian download services will give you all the info you need.
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Buyer's tips: Choosing the best music phone
The variety of music and media focused phones available can make it difficult to be sure you're getting the best device for your money. The following is the most important factors to consider before you hand over your coin or sign your life away on a long-term contract.
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Will my PC work with the iPhone?
So you're interested in an iPhone — but will it work with your PC?
News
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EMI Australia launches MP3 store
EMI Australia has partnered with UK-based digital media company 7digital to launch a DRM-free music store.
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BigPond Music offers legal iPod downloads
After years of offering music downloads that are incompatible with iPods, BigPond Music has announced the availability of MP3 downloads from today.
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How the music industry will change in 2008
Cheaper songs on iTunes, bands distributing their music directly and the death of DRM: we share our predictions for the music business in 2008.
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MP3s aren't ruining music
Far from meaning the end of music as we know it, Matt Rosoff argues that MP3s could lead a whole generation to discover new musical lands.
DIYs and How-to
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Advanced iTunes: Get more from the software
Here's a collection of four tips for getting more out of the software — using multiple libraries on a single machine, the best uses for Smart Playlists, getting true CD-quality rips from your CD, and tips for getting perfect album art.
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Make MP3s from iTunes downloads: A guide to file conversion
Any MP3 player or audio device can play music bought from the iTunes Store, even if it doesn't support the format Apple sells it in. Here's our three-step guide to show you how to convert iTunes Plus downloads to MP3 format.
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iTunes Plus: Everything you need to know
How does a DRM-free world affect your iTunes library? CNET fills you in on a few key things you need to know.
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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.
Downloads
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TagTuner
Organize your music collection by editing and repairing MP3, AAC, WMA, and OGG ID tags.
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Tag&Rename
Edit ID tags for MP3, OGG, WMA, and AAC files.
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dBpoweramp Music Converter
Rip CD and convert audio files with accurate metadata.
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Export Artwork
Extract, download iTunes album art.
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.
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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.
Image Galleries
| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  3% |
| Nokia N97 | 42 plans | 4% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 6 plans | 1% |
| Nokia 5800 XpressMusic | 35 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 4% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 5% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 1% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 1% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 1% |
