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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.
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.
Reviews
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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.
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JVC Everio GZ-HD40
JVC's CMOS-based Everio GZ-HD40 finally offers AVCHD recording, but a few shortcomings keep us from giving it a full recommendation.
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Dualsim Slider
The genius of the dual-SIM technology is overshadowed by missing basic features, poor navigation and terrible battery life. The idea is right, but this phone needs to be refined.
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Denon AVR-789
The Denon AVR-789 sounds great and is fully featured, but isn't the easiest receiver to set up and use.
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Denon AVR-1909
The Denon AVR-1909 sounds great and is fully featured, but isn't the easiest receiver to set up and use.
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Ricoh R10
Though the R10 has some smart, retro styling and a feature list as long as your arm, it falls down in the noise and performance stakes. Still, the camera's versatility gives you a headstart over its failings.
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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.
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Asus Eee Box
We've got mixed feelings about the Eee Box, and nettops in general. You might as well buy a netbook and gain the bonus of portability.
Features
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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.
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Q&A: Canon helps usher in the video SLR era
In this interview for CNET, Chuck Westfall, technical adviser for Canon's professional products marketing division, answers questions on the future of dSLR, video technology and provides insights into the company's future.
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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.
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CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide
Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.
News
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Freeview misunderstanding quashed, but SBS still wants new standard
The network needs MPEG-4 technology — a more efficient method for compressing digital TV signals than the MPEG-2 technology currently in use — to expand beyond its current two digital channels.
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HDTV makers turn to budget stores, larger screens
TV makers' next best opportunity to increase their business is to go big, according to industry leaders at the HDTV conference in Los Angeles.
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Dell gears up to reveal Aussie retail union
Dell is set to reveal its Australian retail partner tomorrow, with observers expecting a considerable market shake-up in wake of the announcement.
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Dell and HP still the life of the XP party
Facing a 30 June deadline to stop selling PCs with Windows XP, the world's largest computer makers are getting creative, with Dell and HP's Australian offices staying cagey about their intentions.
DIYs and How-to
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Plasma vs. LCD: Which is right for you?
Update: which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?
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Get the most out of iPhoto 08
Move beyond the basic functionality of iPhoto 08 with these 10 advanced tips.
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Build the perfect baby video
With the imminent arrival of a new baby, your life will become a whirlwind. If you're planning to capture the whole experience on video, plan carefully and you'll have a priceless record of those fleeting early days.
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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.
Downloads
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Mac DVDRipper Pro
Transfer movies from DVDs to your mac.
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TimeFactory
Audio time & pitch manipulation.
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Tag To-Do List
Plan your tasks, sort and organize them with innovative tag clouds.
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MinuteMan Plus
project management utility























