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Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.

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.

Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood

Top production values and exciting gameplay make Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood one call you should definitely heed.
Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB)

The iPhone 3GS is faster and we appreciate the new features and extended battery life, but call quality and 3G reception still need improvement.
Sony BDP-S550

The BDP-S550 is a fully loaded Blu-ray player with all the bells and whistles, including the latest Profile 2.0 advanced interactive feature support and HD audio.
Dell Crystal

Although the performance is okay, Dell's Crystal is best left to those who want to prove they have money.
Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock (PC)

Guitar Hero III is finally available on PC in Australia but unfortunately it wasn't worth the wait. Buy the console version instead.
Sony STRDA5300ES

With six HDMI inputs, an intuitive graphical user interface and excellent audio and video quality, the Sony STR-DA5300ES raises the bar on what to expect from a high-end AV receiver.
Super Paper Mario

Super Paper Mario brings Nintendo's quirky role-playing series to the Wii with great results.
Samsung SyncMaster 275T

The Samsung 275T is an excellent screen -- it's just pipped at the post by Dell's offering.

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.
Is it time to go HD?

Want to know whether HD is worth it yet? Here is our look at what's changed in the world of high-def lately — and what's on the horizon.
Plasma burn-in explained

Still trying to decide between plasma and LCD and want to know about plasma burn-in effects? Well look no further as we go through what it is and how to avoid it.
Format wars: the tech that should have won

Did you love Laserdisc? Were you bonkers over Betamax? Do you cry yourself to sleep because BeOS never hit the big time? Fret no more -- superdork Captain Tech is here to travel back in time and save the format losers that should have triumphed.

What's behind Seven's Foxtel hunt?

Seven has made no secret of its expansion ambitions, but buying into pay-TV monolith Foxtel lends even greater clarity to the network's long-term vision. With wireless distribution and solid content channels under its belt, can Seven bring IPTV into the mainstream?
FAQ: What's next in HD video fracas?

HD DVD isn't dead, at least not quite. That leaves many options and potentially expensive mistakes for consumers.
Blu-ray vs HD DVD: War without end

Which will win is still unclear, but both camps seem to agree that the competing formats are mere rest stops on the journey to instant digital downloads.
Apple still quiet on game strategy

Windows PCs still own the game world, as Apple seems content to focus on digital media and portable music.

Which broadband plan is right for me?

Confused about the variety of broadband plans on offer? Our quick and simple Australian broadband guide tells you what you need to know before you decide where to sign up.
Seven tips on buying a DVD recorder

With so many different models and tons of unfamiliar specifications to consider, finding the right DVD recorder can be quite overwhelming.
How to shoot a sports video

We show you how, with a bit of effort, you can make sports videos so good that your kids will want to show them off to their kids one day.
CNET monitor buying guide

Confused by the choice in monitors these days? We separate the muck from the magic.

Shift

Keep an item database on your mobile phone and enable you to buy more items through Amazon.
Shopmania

Manage customer flow, upgrade your department, and earn money for your sick hamster.
Night Shift

Help Robert L. Safiera find and fix his life.
Bomber Fun

Get into the action in the air and play against your friends over the Internet.

Whereis® maps

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

Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
Nokia Navigation

The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.