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TiVo 320 Media Device

The TiVo 320 Media Device has received a little storage bump, and despite competition from Sony's PlayTV it is still one of the best value-for-money PVRs on the market.

Samsung Preston Icon

The Preston has the look of a better handset, but poor call quality spoils an otherwise well-performing budget-priced touchscreen phone.

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Reviews

Asus Eee Box B206

For undemanding users who aren't into HD video, Asus' Eee Box B206 is worth a look; however, it's not powerful enough to take on other media-centre PCs.
Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB)

Sony's built the PlayStation 3 with a definite eye on the future. Can it maintain its lead in the gaming arena with its new console?
Sony PlayStation 3

Sony's built the PlayStation 3 with a definite eye on the future. Can it maintain its lead in the gaming arena with its new console?
NextWave Digital PVR-3790

An easy to use personal video recorder suitable for those wanting to upgrade their VCR but avoid the costly high-definition path.
BenQ VA371

The BenQ VA371 serves well as a CRT TV replacement, though its DVD playback could have been better.
Windows Live Toolbar

Windows Live Toolbar can enhance the usefulness of Internet Explorer, make Web surfing more fun, and spare you some mouse clicks -- if you take the time to get acquainted with its features.
Palm TX

The Palm TX is a full-featured handheld perfect for a broad range of users.
Topfield TF5000PVRt (with ICEguide)

Topfield's 120GB PVR combined with IceTV's EPG allows you to easily create your own 60-hour digital video library of free-to-air television.

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Features

The economy of piracy: How game publishers are killing the PC

For as long as I can remember, the media has talked about the death of the PC as a gaming platform. The latest hot console comes out with comparable graphics, and the doomsayers dust off their placards and start chanting.
Gaming online: Which console is best?

Game consoles aren't just stand-alone boxes anymore -- it's increasingly about what you can do with them online. If you are unsure about which next-gen console to pick up, we've put together a comparison of the Nintendo Wii, the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, outlining all of their individual online features and costs.

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News

Playing the convergence game

Video game consoles may well become the centrepiece of the digital entertainment experience in the home--but not this year.

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DIYs and How-to

DIY: Desktop buying guide

What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.
Tech nightmares: Windows XP SP2

To exorcise Windows XP's security demons, Microsoft recently gave it a thorough overhaul in the shape of Service Pack 2. But -- surprise, surprise -- it's not perfect...
TV buying guide

Whether you want a new bedroom set or a massive home-theatre centrepiece, our CNET editors' guide gives you the full picture on shopping for a new TV.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.

Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.