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Buyer's tips: Choosing the best music phone

The variety of music and media focused phones available can make it difficult to be sure you're getting the best device for your money. The following is the most important factors to consider before you hand over your coin or sign your life away on a long-term contract.

Should I buy a smartphone?

Smartphones offer the functions of a mobile phone and a PDA in one device, but they are not for everyone. Here's what you need to know before buying one.

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Reviews

  • Apple iPhone

    Despite some flaws, the Apple iPhone sets a new benchmark for an integrated phone and MP3 player.

  • Sony Ericsson W880i

    Sony Ericsson's ultra-thin W880i is a stylish music phone bundled with a 1GB card for storage.

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Features

  • Digital Life #2: (S)wanky phones, Facebook nakedness and laptop tips

    It's episode two of CNET.com.au's new podcast, Digital Life. This week we're talking (s)wanky phones, Facebook nakedness and laptop-buying tips, with a bit of iPhone rumour-mongering thrown in for kicks.

  • Mobile phones to complement your lifestyle

    Whether you are a music enthusiast, a mobile professional or just have basic needs, it's important to find a mobile phone that suits your lifestyle.

  • Top 10 mobile phones of August

    Sony Ericsson's is-it-a-camera-or-a-phone K750i takes out the number one spot again with Nokia's premium 8800 rocketing up behind it to come in at number three.

  • Top 10 mobile phones of July

    A 3G version of Motorola's RAZR makes an appearance in this month's most popular list, but which phone knocks the O2 Xda II mini from number one? Read our Australian mobile phone chart.

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  • Palm's iPhone blunder

    Palm was once a leader in the handheld and mobile phone markets. Now it's just another player — and allegedly up for sale. What went wrong?

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DIYs and How-to

  • Top 10 reasons not to buy an iPhone

    Since its release, the iPhone has had more than its share of press. Love it or hate it, everyone's been talking about it and looking at its sleek, colourful interface, it's hard not to fall in love with it. But like most decisions based on emotion, buying one may not be the smartest thing to do — at least, not yet.

  • 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.

  • Handhelds buying guide

    Choosing the right handheld is all about finding the perfect balance of size, weight, performance, features, and cost.

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Downloads

  • PAC-MAN

    Namco's arcade classic, PAC-MAN, returns and he's now portable! Avoid the ghosts while munching on the dots. Now you can have the same arcade...

  • Galaga

    The arcade hit is back! Board your Fighter; defend against alien fire and escape their collision-course formation attacks. Re-live the retro action...

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