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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.
Analog in 'decline' but Technics not dead
The ease of producing and listening to digital music could very soon kill off the turntable, but reports of high profile brand Technic's demise is "premature".
Reviews
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Apple iMac 27-inch (Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz)
Behind its expansive display, Apple has packed one of the fastest all-in-ones available, and added a few useful extras to sweeten the deal.
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Toshiba 22DV615Y LCD TV/DVD Combo
Toshiba's 22DV615Y LCD TV/DVD combo unit is compact and simple to use, but screen quality could be better.
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FIFA 10
FIFA 10 offers the best gameplay in the series' history and includes even more features and game modes to boot.
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Netgear Digital Entertainer Live (EVA2000)
The Netgear Digital Entertainer Live is an easy-to-use networked digital media streamer in a small package.
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Gran Turismo 5
We know now that it's scheduled for release in Japan in March 2010, so we headed down to creator Kazunori Yamauchi's offices to have a chat about what we can expect from his new baby.
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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.
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Pioneer BDP-120
The Pioneer BDP-120 Blu-ray player boasts fine video and audio capabilities, but its frustrating operational quirks make this player an also-ran.
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Guitar Hero 5
Wide-ranging improvements and an excellent new Party Play mode make Guitar Hero 5 a great way to bring some rock into your living room.
Features
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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.
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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.
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Best high-capacity MP3 players
Music hoarders rejoice! Here are a few picks of the top players for those large collections.
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What is Bluetooth?
An obscure dental hygiene issue? Something you've heard a friend talk about on their mobile? CNET.com.au explains Bluetooth, what to be aware of when buying Bluetooth products, and what to expect in the future.
News
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Eee PC maker Asus goes gadget
Taiwanese company, Asus, finds itself smack in the middle of a transition from components maker to serious contender in PCs and accessories. Could Asus be an Acer in the making?
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Mafia Wars iPhone: Making the mad money
After battling rival gangs for years on Facebook, it's time to take the fight to the mobile with Mafia Wars for iPhone.
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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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Freeview EPG won't be compatible with current TVs
Freeview will be coming to a television near you from March this year, but the organisation's head has said that you may need to buy a new TV to get the most out of it.
DIYs and How-to
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Why HDMI? What you need to know before going digital
Tired of all those messy home theatre cables ruining your living room's feng shui? Wondering why analog cables are still connecting your all-digital gear? There is a solution — HDMI.
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Mac Starter Kit: Must-have apps
Out of the box, a new Mac is loaded with cool apps to get you started, but it doesn't come with everything you'll need. Check out our round-up of apps that Mac users count on every day and aren't included in the initial set-up.
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Windows Starter Kit: Must-have PC apps
Bought a new PC but hate the bloatware it comes with? We've sourced the best free Windows apps to increase your productivity.
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Renovating? Don't forget to network
Been doing a bit of renovating? Before you install the plasterboard and start painting, consider spending an afternoon to run a local area network (LAN) through your house.
Downloads
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TOP MP4 Video Converter
Convert your video to MP4 format.
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yPlay
Get the multiple playlists application.
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Poker Buddy
Poker tournament manager application.
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DoublePassword
password manager
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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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.
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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
Image Galleries
| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  3% |
| Nokia N97 | 41 plans | 2% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 12 plans | 1% |
| Blackberry Curve 8520 | 6 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 3% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 1% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 1% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 2% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 2% |
