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Best tech at SEMA 2009
The 2009 SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show in Las Vegas is more than just hot cars, crazy paint schemes and ridiculously low rides, there's also plenty of high-tech aftermarket equipment around.
Nokia 6710 Navigator
Nokia's third Navigator in the series is the best of the bunch thus far, though its small screen will dissuade many from binning their TomToms for in-car use.
Reviews
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Nokia N97
The N97 features class-leading specs matched with outstanding design and build, but it loses marks for the Symbian platform that desperately needs an overhaul to stay competitive.
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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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Samsung B2700
If the two main features you need in a phone are a decent media player and convenient calling, then the B2700 won't disappoint.
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Onkyo TX-SR607
If you can overlook its poor analog video conversion, the Onkyo TX-SR607 offers up a ton of HDMI connectivity and excellent sound quality for a mid-range AV receiver.
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Empire: Total War
This strategy sequel is incredibly deep, broad, addictive — and a bit rough around the edges.
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BlackBerry Storm 9500
The Storm's clickable display has given us confidence in touchscreens we haven't enjoyed before now. It won't be for everyone, but those who master this system will be rewarded with an excellent smartphone experience.
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Garmin Nuvi 260
As per the 260W — an easy to use GPS, with great verbal speed and red light camera warnings which, unfortunately, aren't installed by default — but narrower and AU$100 cheaper.
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Samsung Omnia
In terms of features the Omnia stands out as one of the best smartphones to date. It's a shame this doesn't translate into a phone we'd enjoy using from day to day.
Features
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Portable or in-dash GPS?
So you've decided to get satellite navigation for your beloved automobile, but you're caught between what type of system to get. CNET Australia investigates whether an integrated in-dash unit or portable device is suitable for you.
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WWDC 2009 live blog
We blog live at Apple's WWDC 2009 keynote speech.
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Steam report card: 2009
One year on, things have gotten worse on Steam. While there's more publishers, there's even more discrepancies in pricing and availability between the US and Australia.
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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.
News
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TomTom brings turn-by-turn to iPhone
We heard rumours about a TomTom iPhone app this time last year, but today we discovered the truth about the company's iPhone navigation solution.
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Apple announces iPhone 3G S
Apple launched the iPhone 3G S, packing faster processing and a video camera into the same glossy black shell as its predecessor.
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iPhone rumour MMCVXII: OLED display
Rumours have it that the next-generation iPhone will be bigger inside, simpler outside and feature only one noteworthy improvement: an OLED display.
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Geotagging Unleashed for Nikon dSLRs
Aside from having a cool name, German company Foolography has an interesting geotagging solution that takes advantage of the GPS connector on Nikon cameras.
DIYs and How-to
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Troubleshooting iPhone upgrade issues
We outline a few simple tips to help overcome tethering woes for iPhone users upgrading to firmware version 3.0.
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Watch out for data charges on your GPS phone
Thanks to the an almost undocumented feature on the Nokia 6110 Navigator, we unwittingly racked up over AU$50 in data charges the first month we used it. Read on to find out how to avoid our fate.
Downloads
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US Embassies Abroad
Essential info for the international traveler. US Embassy contact information around the world.
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Map of Downtown Chicago Magnificent Mile & Streetersville Area
A map of the Magnificent Mile & Streetersville area, including Navy Pier.
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Map of Downtown Chicago (The Loop)
The Loop, (downtown Chicago).
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Map of Toronto Subway System
A scrollable, easy to read map of the Toronto Subway System.
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.
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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.























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