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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.

Denon AVR-790

The Denon AVR-790 is a fully featured midrange AV receiver with standout upconverted video quality, although it's held back by some subpar design issues and average sound quality.

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Reviews

  • JBL ES250PW wireless subwoofer

    The JBL ES250PW is the first wireless subwoofer we've seen from a hi-fi manufacturer and should take some of the headaches out of owning a home theatre system.

  • Denon AVR-1910

    The Denon AVR-1910 is a fully featured mid-range AV receiver with standout upconverted video quality, although it's held back by some subpar design issues and average sound quality.

  • Belkin Powerline AV Networking Adapters

    Belkin's take on power line networking benefits from a streamlined design compared to many Ethernet over power products, but still doesn't deliver on the hype.

  • Tivoli Audio NetWorks

    Despite a couple of shortcomings, the sound and look of the Tivoli Audio NetWorks Internet/FM radio makes up for a lot of its niggles.

  • Yamaha RX-V3800

    The Yamaha RX-V3800 boasts all the features expected of a top-of-the-line receiver, and while audio performance is exceptional video could use some work.

  • Western Digital My Book Premium ES Edition (500GB)

    With only a one year warranty and no included eSATA cable, it's worth checking out the My Book Premium ES Edition's competition.

  • Logitech Squeezebox

    You couldn't ask for a much simpler audio/Internet radio streamer than the Logitech Squeezebox, although you do pay a premium for that convenience.

  • 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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Features

  • Blu-ray players with 7.1 audio outputs

    Want DTS-HD or Dolby TrueHD audio but can't afford a new receiver? Try one of these players which can output HD audio via 7.1 analog.

  • Take note! MP3 players with voice recorders

    No one wants to get writer's cramp or carpal tunnel, but it can be hard to avoid if you're taking notes in classes or meetings all day. CNET.com.au rounds up these lecture-worthy MP3 players.

  • The Apple iPod family album

    We take a look at all of Apple's iPods past and present. It's sure been a journey since that chunky, black-and-white original.

  • Samsung unveils new TVs, home theatre

    Samsung has come out swinging with 1080p and picture quality its main weapons in order to attract your TV dollars in 2008.

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  • VTech enters the home-audio market with music-streaming device

    In an interesting move, VTech, the makers of wireless home phones, has entered the home-audio fray with the IS9181, a Wi-Fi-enabled internet radio receiver.

  • Pacemaker 2.0 brings beats to the masses

    The folks behind the Tonium Pacemaker, a DJ-focused MP3 player that made its debut in the middle of 2008, are gearing up to release a new version of the device in 2009.

  • iLuv hits the wall with the iMM9500 Vertical Hi-Fi

    If you ever wanted a Bang & Olufsen wall-mountable system but couldn't afford one, iLuv will be offering the poor-man's version this May when it releases the iMM9500 Vertical 4CD/MP3 Hi-Fi Audio System with Subwoofer.

  • CES 2009 preview: Portable audio

    CES is a great place to spot new iPod accessories, such as speaker docks, video goggles, headphones and boom boxes. One thing we can say for certain: CES 2009 will be littered with products proclaiming their iPhone 3G compatibility.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Mac Starter Kit: Must-have apps

    Out of the box, a new Mac is loaded with cool apps to get you started, but it doesn't come with everything you'll need. Check out our round-up of apps that Mac users count on every day and aren't included in the initial set-up.

  • Windows Starter Kit: Must-have PC apps

    Bought a new PC but hate the bloatware it comes with? We've sourced the best free Windows apps to increase your productivity.

  • How to split audio tracks

    This tutorial can help you split music and audio books into shorter tracks for your convenient listening pleasure.

  • How to record streaming audio

    Many online music sites prefer to stream songs rather than serving them up as downloadable files. Here's a free way to record the audio as MP3s.

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