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Apple iPod (4th Generation, 20GB)

Can Apple's fourth-generation iPod beat the battery curse?

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HP iPAQ 912c

The HP iPAQ 912c defines the middle of the road. When you consider its performance versus the price, the 912c is passable but painfully average.

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Olympus E-520

The E-520 adds an appealing range of features to the existing Olympus line-up of dSLRs, but mostly for the first-time buyer. Apart from image stabilisation built into the body and the ability to use older lenses on the Four Thirds system, there is not much that really sets the E-520 apart from other cameras in its class.

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Parrot MINIKIT Slim

The Parrot Minikit Slim makes it very easy to make and receive calls without taking your eyes off the road to look at your phone, but a poorly executed visor clip makes this otherwise excellent speakerphone feel cheaper than it is.

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HTC Touch HD

Without a doubt, two of the most highly anticipated and sought after smartphones of 2008 are Apple's iPhone 3G and HTC's Touch Diamond. Have you ever wondered what might happen if you spliced the two together?

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FastMac wants to charge your spare MacBook battery

If you need to charge your spare Mac laptop battery, the U-Charge can do it for you without needing to plug it into your computer.

Batteries better, but are they still guilty as charged?

During the holiday season, many wish for greater understanding between people and nations. Others just want better batteries.

Nokia phone battery explodes, flies across room

Exploding batteries are back: last Friday, the battery of an Australian readers' Nokia 6230i phone exploded and flew across the room, burning a hole in her floor.

Nokia recalls 46 million batteries

Nokia has issued a recall for Lithium-ion batteries used in over 50 of its mobile phones under suspicion that faulty units could pose a risk of overheating.

Nokia: overheating battery issue not a 'recall'

Nokia has offered to replace 46 million mobile phone batteries because they are at risk from overheating -- but the world's biggest mobile phone manufacturer denies its actions constitute a product recall.

Extend your mobile phone's battery life

There's little in life more frustrating than having your mobile phone run out of battery when you've left your charger at home. Follow these simple tips to extend your phone's battery life and avoid being caught short.

All about laptop batteries: Updated

Ever wondered why your laptop's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.

Do more with your iPod

Want to get the most out of your iPod? Then you need our handy guide to maximising your iPod's musical talents.

DIY: Replace your iPod's battery

Users of the first 5GB iPod model can expect a long, slow descent to shorter and shorter battery life between recharges. Eventually, you're going to have to switch out the battery - we'll show you how.

Unwrapped: Tips and tricks for your new mobile phone

Did you get a brand-new phone for the holidays? Find out how to make the most of its camera and its battery.

All about MP3 player batteries: Updated

In an ideal portable world, batteries would run forever and a day. But they dont; we explain why and provide tips on maximising your MP3 player's battery life.

Become your own cable guy

For even the most mild-mannered gadget freak, keeping track of cables has become an unwanted challenge when travelling. David Braue offers a few tips for making the trip easier.

FAQ: How to smoke out that recalled battery

And to think people used to be put off by the phrase "batteries not included".

Digital cameras and imaging myths busted

CNET.com.au paparazzi hunts down the common folklore about digital imaging and bring them to light.

Best MP3 players

Everyone's got different priorities when it comes to portable music players. CNET.com.au picks the best MP3 players for sound quality, battery life, ease-of-use and overall features.

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BatteryMon 2.1 build 1004

Monitor the state of your batteries and gain information on their performance.

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Ohm

Show your current battery charge.

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BATTmark 1.1

Monitor and view the system battery status.

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Notebook BatteryInfo 1.2.0.21

Display charging capacity of your mobile computer battery.

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ccHorizont 1.0.1

Monitor your computer battery charge level.

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