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Home cinema systems: Are kits or components right for you?
Whether you want to buy a home theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.
Hands-on: Bing for iPhone
Snigger as you will over Microsoft's decision to call Bing, its overhauled search engine, a "decision engine", but know this: Bing is the real deal.
Reviews
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Apple iMac 27-inch (Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz)
Behind its expansive display, Apple has packed one of the fastest all-in-ones available, and added a few useful extras to sweeten the deal.
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Apple Magic Mouse
The Magic Mouse introduces some new innovations, but its long-term comfort and lack of customisability puts it behind the competition.
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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.
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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.
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Sony Vaio W
Attempting to create a premium-priced version of a netbook, Sony has added an HD display to the Vaio W. It's an attractive step-up package, but the internal components are the same as are in cheaper models.
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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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iiNet BoB wireless modem
iiNet customers who yearn for a simple networking life will do well out of BoB, although like most routers, it's not without its quirks.
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Apple iPod Classic 160GB
The iPod Classic refines the formula that put the iPod on the map. Few can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life and intuitive user interface.
Features
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Most beautiful monitors
Monitors have a tendency to be fairly plain objects, but every now and then a vendor goes out of its way to bring design to the fore.
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Which broadband plan is right for me?
Confused about the variety of broadband plans on offer? Our quick and simple Australian broadband guide tells you what you need to know before you decide where to sign up.
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Best sports games
Most of us aren't born with the ball-thwacking ability of Tiger Woods, the wheel twirling skills of Michael Schumacher or the heading ability of Tim Cahill.
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Best strategy games
Are you a general in training? Someone who prefers to direct the battle, even if you sometimes zoom in for the final kill? Sounds like you're a strategy player. Launch your own epic conflict with these top strategy games.
News
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Gameloft's iPhone Xmas bonanza
Mobile game developer Gameloft has dropped its prices just in time for Christmas, making seven of its iPhone titles AU$1.19 for seven days.
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Adobe's Photoshop.com app now on iPhone
Adobe Systems introduced a new Photoshop app for iPhone users that lets them edit photos from both their phone and their online library on Photoshop.com.
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Foxtel remote record from your iPhone
A new Foxtel app for the iPhone gives the platform an advantage over all other mobile devices by letting the cable TV customers remotely record TV programs.
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Jamie Oliver's pucker iPhone app
Do you struggle to get into the kitchen after a long, busy day at work? Jamie Oliver's 20-minute meals might be just what you need to take the frustration out of cooking.
DIYs and How-to
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Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook
In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.
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Wipe your hard drive clean
Get out your virtual scrub brush and let's get busy.
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GPS buyer's guide
Prices for GPS devices and apps have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.
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Digital camera buying guide
So you're looking for a brand new compact digital camera? CNET Australia is here to help with our guide to choosing and buying a compact digital camera.
Downloads
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Throttle
Improve your Internet performance by modifying modem settings.
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F.A.S.T.: Fleet Air Superiority Training (iPhone)
Fly jets in a fully 3D environment in this fast-paced game for iPhone.
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Phone Plus
Organize contact information in multiple phone books and place phone calls using your modem.
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FaxAmatic
Send and receive faxes without a fax machine.
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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