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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 Final Cut Studio 2

Final Cut Studio 2 is a solid value and worthy upgrade for serious film editors who work on Macs. However, hobbyists should consider simpler software.

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Samsung F480

The F480 looks like an Omnia, works like an iPhone and may be the best phone for accessing Next G services, like Foxtel TV.

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Apple Mac Mini Core Duo

Apple packs more media-specific features into the Mac Mini to make an inexpensive and useful entertainment-room computer. It's tremendously easy to use, although it surprised us with poor image processing.

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Apple iPod (60GB, video)

Get the affordable, sleek, and sexy 5G Apple iPod for its audio virtues. Although video looks great, poor video battery life and a relatively small screen hamper its appeal to video heads

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The geeks were right; music labels bow to technology

Many have predicted that the music industry would one day bow to technology. That day has most certainly arrived.

Sources: Apple, music labels talk DRM-free songs

Apple is in discussions with three top recording companies about acquiring DRM-free songs, according to two music industry sources.

Hackers crack Apple, Microsoft music codes

In the continuation of a long-running arms race, both Apple Computer and Microsoft have seen their music protection technologies come under fire in recent days.

Apple hints at big music announcement

Apple Computer is preparing a major announcement next week, dropping hints of something as critical to the company's future as the release of the original iPod in 2001.

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.

Where to buy DRM-free music

Where can a music fan find DRM-free music without having to resort to illegal file-sharing? We look at recent developments in DRM and list the places you can buy restriction-free tracks.

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.

Get the most out of iPhoto 08

Move beyond the basic functionality of iPhoto 08 with these 10 advanced tips.

CNET.com.au's GPS Buying Guide

Prices for GPS devices 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.

Learn to rock with GarageBand

Step-by-step instructions on setting up your own home recording studio.

Essential iPhone and iPod gadgets for your car

Need to take your shiny new iPhone or iPod on the road? Instead of stashing it away in the glovebox, try wiring it up to your car with these handy gadgets.

Best iPod-compatible iTunes alternatives

CNET's Donald Bell rounds up his favourite iPod-compatible software alternatives to Apple's iTunes jukebox.

Nokia N-series: Multimedia mobiles

Stylishly designed and brimming with features, Nokia's N-series handsets up the ante on multimedia mobiles.

Apple iPod retrospective

We take you through the time line of every Apple iPod model.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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SongTip 1.2

Browse and play your latest iTunes music on your network.

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RealPlayer 11 build 884

Get the latest free version of this media player and jukebox.

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iVolume 3.0.1

Play your songs at the same volume level.

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RealPlayer 11 build 631 beta

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