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Sony Ericsson Xperia X10
Sony Ericsson has finally satisfied our curiosity and thrown the covers off its first Android-powered handset. A veritable powerhouse, the X10 features a 1GHz processor and a high resolution 4-inch display.
What is Bluetooth?
An obscure dental hygiene issue? Something you've heard a friend talk about on their mobile? CNET.com.au explains Bluetooth, what to be aware of when buying Bluetooth products, and what to expect in the future.
Reviews
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Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games
It's got a lot of star power, but this collection of sports-themed mini-games isn't Mario and Sonic's finest hour.
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Dell Vostro 320
While a few tweaks such as an in-built wireless receiver for keyboard/mouse and a video input so it could double as a monitor for your laptop would be nice, if you're looking for a cheap all-in-one PC, it's hard to ignore the Vostro 320 as an option.
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Lexmark Interact S605
Lexmark's S605 carries a premium price, but the clever touchscreen features do justify it.
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AFL Challenge for PSP
Shallow gameplay, technical flaws and rubbish difficulty make this more of a bench warmer than a goal.
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Samsung Blue Earth
Treehuggers can now rejoice as Samsung has finally revealed details about its Blue Earth mobile phone; a handset with a solar charging panel over the battery.
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Kogan 1080P37
Kogan's 37-inch Full HD panel is inexpensive and should appeal to budget sensibilities, but it's not great for those who demand visual fidelity.
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Cygnett Maestro Portable Speaker System for iPhone & iPod
The Maestro does a lot of things right for its AU$189.95 asking price. It produces good sound and is cross-compatible with a range of iPods and iPhones, but it's also light on exciting features.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X200
It lacks some basic features you may require — touch pad, optical drive — but the 12.1-inch ThinkPad X200 offers strong performance and the longest battery life we've seen.
Features
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Best budget digital cameras
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned amateur, sometimes you just want a cheap camera that can do the job. We round up a few of the best buys available under AU$400.
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Digital SLR basics
Looking to enter the world of digital SLR photography? The next instalment of our Learning Centre on digital photography helps explain some of the terms and key features you'll come across.
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Best budget mobile phones
While sales for smartphones rise, there will still be an enduring market of people looking for simple phones that do the basics well.
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Camcorder basics
Thinking of buying a camcorder? Just got one? Let's take a look behind the specs and see what you've got in your hands.
News
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Dyson Air Multiplier bladeless fan explained by James Dyson
Earlier this week, at the launch of the new Dyson Air Multiplier or bladeless fan, we spoke with its inventor James Dyson about it and his other inventions.
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Nokia: Apple wants a free ride
Nokia is suing Apple for 10 counts of patent infringement, pointing to wireless technology patents owned by the Finnish manufacturer.
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Trillian: Apple's sitting on our iPhone app
Trillian IM users on the PC or web who have been waiting to chat with Trillian on the iPhone will have to wait a while longer.
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Microsoft introduces 'Starter' version of Office
The new ad-supported, limited feature version of Office will come preloaded on certain new PCs. The replacement for Microsoft Works is one of several new ways Microsoft is trying to create new customers for its productivity suite.
DIYs and How-to
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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.
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Ebook readers: A guide to the world of digital books and how to read them
E-readers are just entering the Australian market, and plenty of people are interested. But what should you know before you start buying digital books and e-readers? We explain the basics.
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Getting started on Android
Our quick guide to the Android software gives you a glimpse into the mobile operating system and what it can do for you.
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How to clean up your hard drive
Whether getting rid of an old computer or just making a clean start for your favourite hard drive, it's important to wipe it clean.
Downloads
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Alive Task Manager
Schedule your tasks effectively.
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SilverX
Convert Flash SWF file with animation to Silverlight movie.
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BlueScreenView
Show information about blue screen crashes occurred in your system.
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Mediashout
Create media presentations.
The Explain Series
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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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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.



























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