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Garmin Nuvi 1390

It mightn't offer the bigger bang for buck, but the 1390 is a solid and dependable choice. We particularly like its comprehensive lane guidance and easy-to-use interface.

GPS buyer's guide

Prices for GPS devices and apps have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.

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Reviews

  • Forza Motorsport 2

    Forza 2 delivers on nearly every aspect you'd want in a Forza sequel. It drives incredibly, it's wonderfully presented, and it's rich with modes and features.

  • Road Angel Navigator 7000

    The Navigator 7000 is a fine GPS system with oodles of add-on safety features, but its complexity is also its Achilles heel. Read our Australian review.

  • The Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-earth II

    The Battle for Middle-earth II proves that real-time strategy works on the Xbox 360. It's also a pretty impressive game, as well.

  • TomTom One

    In-car GPS navigation systems are a boon for anybody that spends a lot of time driving from A to B. TomTom's One is designed to deliver directions en route and allow the driver to concentrate on the road.

  • MSN Virtual Earth Beta

    MSN's answer to Google Earth, MSN Virtual Earth, offers a few unique features but mostly falls short of its competition.

  • Google Earth

    Google has launched an impressive 3D geographic imaging application called Earth useful for education, travel and business. Best of all, it's free.

  • Empire Earth II: PC review

    Put away your social calendar strategy fans - Empire Earth II is here to eat months out of your life.

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Features

  • Best GPS-enabled mobile phones

    While it could be argued they're not as robust as in-car sat-navs, these GPS-enabled mobile phones can help you find your bearings when you're on the move.

  • Please Explain: Assisted GPS

    The recent trend of including GPS chipsets in smartphones has opened up a couple of new technologies, namely assisted GPS.

  • Top 10 Google apps

    CNET.com.au reviews Google's most compelling desktop and Web-based applications for communications, mapping, 3D drawing and more.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Top GPS features

    So you've decided you're going to get a portable GPS device, but what features should you look out for and which brand is best at what?

  • Google Earth: Making 3D models

    Ever wonder how designers make models in 3D? Check out this free program from Google that lets you create, view and edit 3D plans quickly and easily.

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Downloads

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The Explain Series

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