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Tech gifts for the geek who's got everything

Don't worry — there are a few genuinely new products on the Australian market this year, even if you're shopping for a gadget lover who is quick on the early adoption front. Here are some gift ideas for new products that they probably won't already own.

Best DAB+ digital radios

Digital radio is finally here, but what equipment do you need to receive it? We look at eight different receivers to find the best.

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Reviews

Amazon Kindle

The Kindle makes reading more portable than a sackful of books and is likely to inspire you to read more than ever before.
Sennheiser HD 438

The HD 438 just falls shy of a fully immersive audio experience, but these mid-range headphones are very comfortable for the home listener.
Fake iPod Nano (4th generation)

If it wasn't for the glitchy software and sub-standard battery life, the fake iPod Nano might have been almost as good as the real thing.
Netgear Digital Entertainer Live (EVA2000)

The Netgear Digital Entertainer Live is an easy-to-use networked digital media streamer in a small package.
Apple iPod Touch (3rd generation, 32GB)

Though the updates are subtle, the third-generation iPod Touch still leaves its competitors in the dust.
Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player

With a mind-blowing feature set and superlative performance, the Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray player could very well be the last disc spinner you'll ever need.
Apple iPod Classic 160GB

The iPod Classic refines the formula that put the iPod on the map. Few can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life and intuitive user interface.
Apple iPod Nano (5th generation)

Not sure which new iPod to choose? The Nano's fifth incarnation wins hands down, with FM tuner and video camera being more than just cheap gimmicks.

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Features

Top 5 tips for buying a PVR

So you've finally ditched your VHS recorder but are unsure what to replace it with. We look at the five features you should be looking at when buying a PVR.
Best high-capacity MP3 players

Music hoarders rejoice! Here are a few picks of the top players for those large collections.
Best portable video players

When you buy an MP3 player these days, it's more than likely to come with video playback support as well. Even so, we've collected some of the best players for watching video on the go.
Best budget GPS navigators

With the words crisis and meltdown being a regular feature in newspaper headlines, we investigate some of the cheaper GPS options out there.

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News

OLED TV makers look to shift out of neutral

Samsung and LG say they intend to increase production of bigger TVs using the new technology, though that is still years away.
Digital radio: In the pink or just in the red?

Yes, digital radio is here and it does sound better than FM. But it will hardly change the world of radio overnight.
Zune-Xbox gaming device in the works?

The latest Zune rumour gathering steam sees Microsoft developing a portable digital entertainment device that bridges the gap between the Zune and the Xbox 360.
New details emerge about Sony Ericsson's PlayNow Plus

Sony Ericsson will unleash yet another music-bundled value-added proposition when it launches the W995 in July, though the details vary slightly from the offerings of its competitors.

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DIYs and How-to

GPS buyer's guide

Prices for GPS devices and apps have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.
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.
Please Explain: AMOLED

The LED screens in your mobile gadgets are about to get whupped by brighter and better AMOLED displays.
Android starter kit

Google's Android Market may not be overflowing with apps just yet, but it's still hours of work separating the good from the bad. We do the hard yards on your behalf, identifying which apps you need now.

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Downloads

KingConvert iPhone Ringtone Maker

Create your own ringtone from your favorite music or video.
OJOsoft DVD AVI Converter Suite

Convert DVD and other video files to MP4 format.
OJOsoft DVD 3GP Converter Suite

Convert DVD and other video files to 3GP format with high quality and fast speed.
Free Ringtones Maker - Create Personal Ringtones - Free App Trial

Make your own ringtones for free! Supports following audio file formats: WAV, OGG, MP3, MP2, M4a, Wv, Flac, WMA and AAC. Works as ringtones maker...

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.