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Five of the best PVRs

If you're looking to upgrade from the old analog VCR to a shiny new digital model then these five recorders are our favourites.

The Sony PlayTV is an add-on for the PlayStation 3 that allows you to use your console as a fully-fledged, dual-tuner video recorder.

LG MS408 HD DVR

The LG MS408 HD DVR is a hard drive-based PVR that offers two tuners and a wealth of connectivity options including YouTube access.
Dvico TViX HD R-3300 HD Digital Jukebox + Ultimate PVR

TViX's supposedly HD PVR promises to be the "ultimate" PVR. We can't help thinking that "basic" would have been a better appellation.
Loewe Art 42 SL Full-HD+ 100 DR+

Not within everyone's ballpark, the Loewe Art 42 SL is a pricey LCD TV, but if you can afford it, you won't be disappointed. It's a stylish bit of kit with plenty of upgrade and customisable options.
Topfield TRF2400 Masterpiece HD

The Topfield Masterpiece HD is a very capable PVR that offers a lot of recording flexibility and just as many cutting edge features as the "big boys".
Panasonic DMR-XW450

Panasonic's upmarket DVD recorder has oodles of functionality, but it's hidden behind a somewhat obtuse remote control.
TiVo Home Networking

It's tough to move past the sticker shock of the cost of TiVo's home networking solution, but it is a simple solution for those wanting more portable TV out of their PVR.
DViCO TViX-PVR 2230

DViCO's diminutive PVR displays and records up to 1080i, and can be used as a portable external hard drive.
DViCO TViX-HD 6500

Supporting H.264 in an MKV container, AVC-HD, FLAC and HDMI 1.3a, the 6500A is DViCO's TViX flagship product.

Top 5 tips for buying a PVR

So you've finally ditched your VHS recorder but are unsure what to replace it with. We look at the five features you should be looking at when buying a PVR.
Mon dieu! Sagem launches horde of handsets

The French manufacturer stamped its entry into Australia this week by launching a range of mobile phones, flat-screen TVs, digital set-top boxes, routers, and photo printers.

Foxtel adds channels, doubles price?

Pay TV operator Foxtel could be almost doubling the price of its basic plan next week when it announces 30 new channels and iQ recorders for every customer.
Foxtel announces new features, upgrades website

Foxtel has upgraded its website with full-screen video and better EPG search facilities, and will be followed by new Foxtel features over the next 12 months.
TiVo coming to a Blu-ray player near you?

Hybrid TV (makers of TiVo in Australia) has been in talks with local manufacturers to co-brand products such as TVs and Blu-ray players with the TiVo logo.
TiVo to offer free-to-air catch-up in 2009

TiVo is planning to offer video-on-demand (VoD) services with content from all the local free-to-air broadcasters by the end of 2009.

Tips on buying a digital TV

CNET.com.au steps you through the process of buying a digital TV.

MegaEPG

Download Electronic Programs Guide files and convert them into XMLTV or Windows MCE formats.
ArcSoft TotalMedia

Manage, edit, and play multimedia files.
Signage Server

Play videos, pictures, and running texts on same screen.
ReplayTV Remote

Manage your ReplayTV PVR remotely.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking

Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
Nokia Navigation

The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.