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HTC Hero

With excellent web browsing, email and access to apps, the HTC Hero is one of the few mobiles to truly challenge the iPhone this year.

On Monday, Seesmic released an update to Seesmic for BlackBerry, a Twitter app that first debuted in late November.

HTC Hero

With excellent web browsing, email and access to apps, the HTC Hero is one of the few mobiles to truly challenge the iPhone this year.
Samsung Galaxy Spica (i5700)

On the surface the Spica looks like a very competent smartphone, but we're beginning to expect a lot more from manufacturers that take on Google's OS.
BlackBerry Bold 9700

While it's hard to recommend it as an upgrade to current Bold owners, the 9700 is an outstanding phone in its own right and is still among the best handsets for business users.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10

Sony Ericsson has finally satisfied our curiosity and thrown the covers off its first Android-powered handset. A veritable powerhouse, the X10 features a 1GHz processor and a high resolution 4-inch display.
Motorola Dext

Motorola has taken the wraps off its first Android-based smartphone and its exciting new Motoblur user interface. Can the Dext bring Motorola back from the brink?
Samsung Galaxy Icon

While we like the design, Samsung needs to do more with the software. Without customisation, Android's absent features are glaringly obvious.
BlackBerry Curve 8520

With the BlackBerry Curve 8520, RIM has done a good job of creating an affordable phone with all the right features, although you might miss 3G connectivity. Just make sure you get it in black.
BlackBerry Curve 8900

We wanted a "Baby Bold" but instead we got the "Bold lite". Not having 3G seriously cripples an otherwise excellent BlackBerry.

Best first-person shooter games

For the elite gamer nothing beats a first-person shooter. Whether battling alien hordes or human armies, there's something for everyone who wants to pick up a gun and fight (digitally, of course).
Top 5 business smartphones

Want to work on the move but don't want to lug a laptop? You'll need a smartphone that lets you do email, open business documents and browse the web.
Best mobile phones for Father's Day

Whoever your dad is we have him covered in our best round-up of mobile phones for Father's Day.
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.

Google phone looks 'supersharp'

A blog post from a Google executive on Saturday morning dropped hints that the company would release a Google Android phone of its own.
BlackBerry App World finally launches in A/NZ

RIM has finally given Aussies the key to its magical BlackBery App World, an online portal for applications developed specifically for BlackBerry handsets.
Vodafone secures new BlackBerry Bold

Vodafone has announced that it will join Telstra in selling the new BlackBerry Bold 9700, in stores from 2 December.
Telstra first to launch BlackBerry Bold 9700

Telstra tightens its grip of the smartphone market and is the first to market with the highly anticipated BlackBerry Bold update.

Getting started on Android

Our quick guide to the Android software gives you a glimpse into the mobile operating system and what it can do for you.
Android starter kit

Google's Android Market may not be overflowing with apps just yet, but it's still hours of work separating the good from the bad. We do the hard yards on your behalf, identifying which apps you need now.
How do I combine my phone, PDA and iPod into one device?

How do I combine my phone, PDA and iPod into one device?
CNET.com.au's quick guide to handheld operating systems

In this quick guide, we take a look at the functionality and applications of the four main handheld operating systems -- Palm, Windows Mobile, Symbian and BlackBerry.

Eliminate Pro for iPhone

Play an online first person shooter on your iPhone or iPod Touch.
BusSchedule for BlackBerry

Import and view public transit timetables on your BlackBerry.
Cellfire for Blackberry

Get access to your favorite coupons and discount offers from your BlackBerry.
MyCaption for BlackBerry

Speak your BlackBerry SMS, e-mail, memos, tasks, contact notes, and calendar appointments.

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.