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Sony DCR-DVD101E
The Sony Handycam DCR-DVD101 is more compact and offers better low-light focusing than its predecessor, but this model remains an underfeatured underachiever for a camcorder in its price range.
Samsung HT-BD2
The Samsung HT-BD2 delivers the sort of top-notch video quality you'd expect from the world's first HTIB with built-in Blu-ray — but its high price, average audio quality, and lack of extras make it tough to recommend.
Marantz ES7001
The Marantz ES7001 is a compact, virtual-surround system which boasts HDMI connectivity but is costlier than other solutions with more features.
Philips SoundBar HTS8100
The Philips SoundBar HTS8100 is good value for money, and able to deliver powerful movie soundtracks and excellent video quality via the HDMI output.
Netgear EVA8000 Digital Entertainer HD
Netgear's EVA8000 is a streaming media player designed to plug into your high-definition television, allowing you to enjoy your videos and listen to music stored on your network from the comfort of your lounge.
Sony's brave Sir Howard
Sony has been in the news a lot in the last year, but mostly for the wrong reasons.
Smart Alex: The real home theatre experience
Don't even attempt to set up your home theatre without these not-so-handy tips.
Putting Vista in the fast lane
The forthcoming Windows Vista will be primed to keep PCs from slowing down over time, Microsoft says.
Watch downloads on your TV
Media wants to be free, but it should be accessible everywhere in your house too, especially on your TV. Find out how to play the files on your PC on a bigger screen.
Unwrapped: Tips and tricks for your new TV
If you're lucky enough to unwrap a new HDTV this holiday season, make sure you've made these three lighting adjustments before settling down with your favourite movie.
CNET.com.au's quick guide to TV calibration
Our quick guide to TV calibration walks you through basic, intermediate, and advanced steps you can take to improve the image.
100 tips to speed up your software
Do more faster with these amazingly useful shortcuts.
DIY: How to buy a home theatre system - are kits or components right for you?
Whether you want to buy a home-theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.
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