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PlayTV, BD-Live not out of Australian starting blocks

We look at a couple of Sony's hot topics of 2008 that have yet to make an impact in 2009.

Adobe has created a new version of its Flash multimedia player that can be embedded in TVs and set-top boxes.

1 vs. 100

If you like trivia, there are better game alternatives than this one-dimensional TV show spin-off.
Disney Fairies: Tinkerbell (Nintendo DS)

Tinkerbell offers a twee and sweet blend of adventure and mini-game action. It's not earth-shattering stuff, but it does work very well with its intended audience of pre-teen girls.
Disney Sing It

It's great fun for kids and fans of the Disney films featured, with practical tools to help take melody and singing skills from average to awesome!
Panasonic Viera TX-37LZ800M

This flagship 2008 Panasonic Viera LCD TV delivers brilliant colours and soulful sounds, but is held back by a less than ideal PC resolution support and a broken anti-judder 24p function.
LG DP392G

The LG DP392G is a great portable DVD player with features to keep almost anyone happy, if only it had enough battery for long plane journeys.
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

Prince Caspian is a good advertisement for the accompanying movie, but it's an overly repetitive game. We'll be sticking to the much-loved book, thanks.
Hannah Montana Music Jam

Fans of Hannah Montana may be able to overlook Music Jam's playability shortcomings, but even they'll become frustrated before very long.
Panasonic DMR-BW500

The Panasonic DMR-BW500 is Australia's first Blu-ray recorder and while it isn't a bargain, it is one of the most feature complete PVRs on the market.

Will the NBN kill digital TV as we know it?

As the NBN bypasses the airwaves and offers a new pipe into 90 per cent of Australia's homes, could long-languishing IPTV services spell the beginning of the end for TV as we know it?
BD-Live: Blu-ray's secret weapon or bust?

With Disney set to make BD-Live available on all its new releases we look at the technology behind this Blu-ray feature and whether it's worth having.
Q&A: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

We chat with Disney Interactive Studios producer about the latest Jack Sparrow game, which consoles were the hardest to work on, and more.

FAQ: What's next in HD video fracas?

HD DVD isn't dead, at least not quite. That leaves many options and potentially expensive mistakes for consumers.
Australia misses out on iTunes movie rentals

Apple's iTunes Store in the US now allows users to rent movies rather than purchase them, but there's still no word when a similar service might be available Down Under.
Musical Mickey Mouse

An MP3 player shaped like Mickey Mouse's head. What better way for your kids to play Alvin and the Chipmunks' Greatest Hits?
Apple eyeing movie rental deal with Fox

Apple is reportedly planning to get into the movie rental business and license its digital rights management technology, and could announce a deal within the next few weeks.

FAQ: The Australian iTunes store

We answer your questions about the Australian version of Apple's iTunes store.

Easy Memory

Play alone, with friends, or against your computer in this memory game.
Hannah montana Screen saver

Display Hannah Montana images on your desktop.
Disney Princess Castle Party

Guide adorable woodland creatures through four delightful mini-games.
Disney's Disoku Master

Conquer 200,000 tricky brainteasers.