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Digital Life #56: Windows 7, is it worth it?

Microsoft's latest monster operating system is almost upon us, but is it going to be worth buying? We look at the lessons the company has learned from Vista.

Shanzhai ji gallery: Fake phones from China

Our erstwhile Shanghai correspondent Brendon Chase wanders into a Shanghai tech market to sort the fake from the real and to see how the fake iPhones stack up to the real thing.

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Reviews

  • Sony Ericsson MBW-200 Bluetooth watch

    Sony Ericsson's chunky Bluetooth watch is defined both by its style and its surprising limitations.

  • 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 Ericsson W508

    The W508 is a great phone for listening to music and playing games, but it's yet another Walkman phone from Sony Ericsson that doesn’t really standout from the pack.

  • HP 2309m

    At a price of AU$649, the 2309m is a decent buy. While it performs well, the blacks aren't as deep as we'd like, and we'd be more tempted to find something with a matte screen to cut down on reflections.

  • Samsung UA40B7100

    The Samsung UA40B7100 is the most "entertaining" television yet, and further evidence that the way forward for LCD televisions is in LED-backlighting.

  • Palm Pre

    With webOS, Palm goes past matching its competitors and offers something more. The Pre might not be a home run, but it is an indication of good things to come.

  • HTC Magic

    Parts of the phone are as the name suggests, magic, but the absence of outstanding multimedia jeopardises the success of this latest Android.

  • The Sims 3

    The latest Sims game is also the greatest, striking a terrific balance between the fresh and the familiar.

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Features

  • Shanzhai ji: All you need to know about fake phones

    A behind-the-scenes look at a Chinese "Shanzhai" market, where you can get an iPhone in any colour or shape and with features Apple doesn't offer. But what are the drawbacks of these unofficial phones?

  • Australian music download services compared

    If you're keen to boost your music collection without stepping away from the glow of your monitor, our quick guide to Australian download services will give you all the info you need.

  • Online transaction security: Tips for staying safe

    Many people regularly bank and shop online with ease, confident that the millions of transactions that take place each day are secure. Good safeguards are in place, but as the internet is constantly susceptible to new threats, these best practices will help you keep your money and financial information safe.

  • WWDC 2009 live blog

    We blog live at Apple's WWDC 2009 keynote speech.

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  • New iPhone's oleophobic coating wearing off?

    Images have emerged online showing an iPhone 3GS' oleophobic screen coating wearing off.

  • Vodafone reveals NZ iPhone pricing

    Pricing for the eagerly awaited Apple iPhone 3GS has finally surfaced from Vodafone New Zealand with the least amount upfront being NZ$399 for the 16GB model, if you sign up for a two-year contract at NZ$130 a month on an iPhone-specific plan.

  • Buy an Aura, win a BMW

    Motorola is currently running a competition where customers purchasing a Motorola Aura go into a draw to win a new BMW 320i Executive valued at approx AU$58,000.

  • Touch in Windows 7: Just for show?

    Support for multi-touch input is one of the most tangible ways that Windows 7 differs from its predecessors. But will many people actually get their hands on the technology?

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DIYs and How-to

  • 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.

  • How to network your home

    We tackle one of the most complex tasks for a home user — how to set up a network in your own home. In this month's instalment we talk about the basics of networking.

  • Memory cards: Make your phone more like an iPhone

    Our need for storage is increasing, particularly because we want all of our music, videos and photos to travel with us on our phones, but manufacturers typically cut costs by skimping on internal memory. Luckily, the saving grace is expandable memory cards.

  • Mobile phone buying guide

    Buying a mobile phone is more than a matter of picking the most feature-rich or slickest-looking device — your usage and lifestyle are going to help you decide which is the right plan and handset for you.

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Downloads

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