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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.

Yamaha RX-V2065

The Yamaha RX-V2065 sounds as proficient with music as it does with movies and has much to offer as the centre of any home theatre system.

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Reviews

  • Olin 8-inch Digital Photo Frame with Printer

    The Olin digital photo frame is such a novel concept that we can't help wonder why someone hasn't done this before. Fortunately, it works exactly how we want it to.

  • 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.

  • Panasonic SC-BT207W

    This is a well-featured system that will produce great looking Blu-ray and DVD images. Sound quality's generally pretty good, just don’t push it too far.

  • Nokia BH-905

    In terms of audio quality and comfort, the Nokia BH-905 is certainly one of the best stereo Bluetooth headsets out there.

  • LG BD390

    The LG BD390's combination of excellent image quality, super-fast loading times and rich features make it one of our top choices among premium stand-alone Blu-ray players.

  • Pioneer BDP-120

    The Pioneer BDP-120 Blu-ray player boasts fine video and audio capabilities, but its frustrating operational quirks make this player an also-ran.

  • Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX65

    It's a good camera that can take some beautiful pictures, but for the price and the lack of extra features, the FX65 doesn't live up to our expectations of value — and its video quality is terrible.

  • Canon IXUS 200 IS

    Pairing a pretty touchscreen interface with a competent camera is always a good move, but we're a bit stuck as to what the 200 IS actually is: a touchscreen or a conventional compact.

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Features

  • Home cinema for under $1500

    You get what you pay for with HTIB systems, so if you're prepared to spend up to AU$1500 you'll achieve sound quality that will better match the picture.

  • MacBook Pro vs. the PC competition

    Mac or PC? The war rages on. We've thrown the most recent 13-inch MacBook Pro and the closest PC to a Mac we've seen, the Asus U80V, into the ring for an all out brawl.

  • Blu-ray: Everything you need to know

    In 2009, it seems that Blu-ray is finally ready for the mainstream. But what exactly is it, what does it do, and is it right for you?

  • Gaming and computer tips for TVs

    Modern flat-panel TVs are like a Swiss army knife with a multitude of functionalities, and so here are some tips to reproduce the best picture quality from your gaming console and computers.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Subwoofer set-up guide

    Merely buying a great subwoofer is no guarantee you'll wind up with great bass — properly setting it up in your home is crucial. This guide will tell you how to get the most from your subwoofer.

  • How to connect your HDTV

    In this guide, we help make connecting your TV to the rest of your system less intimidating, and explain all the relevant technologies.

  • Headphone Buying Guide

    Headphones come in all shapes and sizes, spanning the gamut from small and sporty to large and professional. Junking the set supplied with your MP3 player is also the easiest way to improve its sound quality. We step you through the ins and outs, as well as the technical mumbo jumbo.

  • What does an AV receiver actually do?

    What does an AV receiver actually do? Is it worth the investment?

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