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Apple iPhone

Despite some flaws, the Apple iPhone sets a new benchmark for an integrated phone and MP3 player.

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Apple Mac Pro

Apple's Mac Pro has design innovations that we hope will cross over to other systems. Its performance is as strong as you'd expect for a system in its class, and it's priced right, too. You might need more flexibility in your config options, especially for 3D design, but otherwise, the Mac Pro is as solid a professional-class PC as we've seen.

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Apple MacBook Pro (Core 2 Duo 2.33GHz, 17-inch)

Apple's Core 2 Duo 17-inch MacBook Pro is especially thin and light for a desktop replacement, making it an attractive choice for multimedia users on the go.

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Logitech Transporter

If you're looking for a high-end media streamer — and we're talking almost ridiculously lofty, here — then the Logitech Transporter could be the ticket.

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Apple to Podcaster: No App Store for you

Apple's decision that the Podcaster iPhone app is unfit for its App Store raises questions for developers and users alike.

iPhoners are online junkies, sleep early

Australian owners of Apple's iPhone 3G download significantly more than users of other mobile phones, and for some reason they log off earlier too.

Much ado about iPhone kill switch

Apple's iPhone "kill switch" has prompted much hand-wringing, despite the fact that no one knows exactly what it does.

iPhone issues caused by power chip?

Another plausible scenario for the iPhone 3G reception problems primarily experienced in the US has emerged: it's related to faulty power-control software.

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101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.

Renovating? Don't forget to network

Been doing a bit of renovating? Before you install the plasterboard and start painting, consider spending an afternoon to run a local area network (LAN) through your house.

All about laptop batteries: Updated

Ever wondered why your laptop's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.

Become a camcorder pro: A 10-step guide to making your footage shine

Many camcorder enthusiasts dream of making a movie that captures the popular imagination. From the nauseating Blair Witch Project to the impressive auto-biopic Tarnation, low-budget DV film-making has taken mainstream cinema by storm. Here's a 10-step guide to making your footage shine.

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iTunes: Just how random is random?

Think that song has appeared in your playlists just a few too many times? David Braue puts the randomness of Apple's song shuffling to the test -- and finds some surprising results.

Fun apps for your Mac

A collection of quirky and fun Mac apps that have caught our eye over the past few months, such as software to turn your MacBook into a virtual lightsaber and a package that allows you to change your desktop environment by smacking your Mac.

You can take it with you: portable storage devices

If you're looking to transport data between PCs, you're going to need a portable storage solution. But what are the options and which one should you choose? CNET.com.au's Portable Storage Guide has you covered.

CES 2007: Home theatre preview

Interested in a sneak peek of what's heading our way in the not-so-distant future? Get your dose of home A/V buzz with CNET.com.au's Consumer Electronics Show 2007 preview.

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Network Protocols Handbook

Learn about network communication protocols.

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