Tags: e mail, laptop

ASUS C90S

ASUS's latest laptop offering has some positives, but a few fatal flaws as well.

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Toshiba Portege R400

At AU$3,750, this is a "premium" product, but what you get for your money is a flexible and road-worthy tablet -- but it does require extra peripherals to perform optimally.

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Logitech Alto Cordless

If you need a notebook stand to make your life that little more ergonomic, Logitech's Alto Cordless is certainly the Rolls Royce. Just expect to pay the same sort of premium as well.

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Dell XPS M1530

Don't let the slim design and relatively light heft fool you. This XPS is one powerful gaming portable with an impressive feature set for work and play.

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BenQ Joybook S41

As possibly the only 14.1-inch machine to hold the powerful Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS graphics card, the JoyBook S41 offers fantastic performance for a portable unit. If only it had dedicated multimedia buttons and better internal speakers.

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Laptops trump smartphones for e-mail on the go

3G data cards and wireless broadband solutions for laptops still lead smartphones like the BlackBerry when it comes to accessing work e-mail on the go, according to a recent Optus survey.

Revamped HTC Advantage announced; hints at new Windows Mobile

HTC have made its smartphone/mobile computer/Frankenstein device, the HTC Advantage, even more powerful.

Dell to recall four million laptop batteries

Dell and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission plan to recall 4.1 million notebook batteries on Tuesday, a company representative confirmed Monday.

No escape from lugging a laptop

I tried to find a way to work without a laptop computer. It's taken me two years to admit that it doesn't work.

Power outages on MacBook Pros

MacBook Pro owners are apparently having trouble supplying power to their computers both from the battery and from the wall.

How do I know if my laptop battery is likely to explode?

I keep seeing all these stories and pictures about laptop batteries catching fire or exploding. Why is this happening, and how do I know if my battery is likely to explode?

DIY: Notebook buying

We cover every aspect you need to consider in making a notebook purchase in our extensive guide.

Secure your mobile wireless device

Worried about malware attacks on your mobile device? Discover software and tips to stop gate-crashing spyware, viruses, and thieves in their tracks.

Make mine a Mac?

Now that Macs can run Windows, I'm seriously tempted to get a MacBook, install XP, and just use it as my main laptop -- but I know it can't really be that easy. Is Apple's cool industrial design clouding my judgment? What do I need to know before taking the plunge?

How to remove personal files before you ditch your old PC

Whether you're donating that old PC to a local school or selling it on an online auction site, you'll want to remove your personal files first. Here's a quick lesson in how data is stored and what you can do to keep others from reading your e-mail and seeing your financial data from five years ago.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Face it -- roses, chocolates, and yes, diamond rings, have been done before. If you really want to impress your sweetheart, surprise him or her with a tech present that will have them remembering you the whole year through.

Choosing the right BlackBerry for you

All BlackBerrys are not created equal, so it's important to pick one that suits your requirements. CNET.com.au rounds up four possible choices.

See and speak: a guide to making video calls

Would you like to see who you're talking to? Making video calls is easier than you think. CNET.com.au steps you through the options.

Tech takes a holiday

Whether you're headed to Bali or Belgium, a good holiday can become a great one with the addition of a few tech items to your suitcase. Here's how to tech yourself to paradise in five easy steps.

Wireless connections: the options explained

CNET explains the wireless connectivity options for mobile devices and the pros and cons of each one.

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1st Mail Server 3

Send e-mails and examine your e-mail clients.

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Selkie Email Rescue 3.5

Recover your email and attachment files.

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Periscope 1.5.4

Turn your Webcam into a security camera with this utility.

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RDM+ Remote Desktop for Mobiles 3.7

Access your desktop or laptop computer from a BlackBerry handheld.

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Q-Backup 2

Back up your PC, Laptop, server, and network.

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