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Samsung X830

A music-focused phone with 1GB of internal memory, the X830 and its compact contours are intriguing, but usability has been sacrificed for looks.

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Motorola MOTOFONE F3

For its target market -- budget users and those who don't want bells and whistles -- the MOTOFONE is an excellent phone option. Those who require more pizzazz will quickly grow irked at its shortcomings, however.

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Nokia 5500 Sport

The Finnish mobile giant takes aim at the active-minded consumer with its latest Nokia 5500 Sport handset.

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Apple iPhone

Despite some flaws, the Apple iPhone sets a new benchmark for an integrated phone and MP3 player.

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Morse code on mobile phones

Hi, my name is Jeremy and I'm a textaholic.

Second Life for 3G phones

Feeling lonely on the bus? Second Life on your mobile phone will chase those commuter blues away.

First mobile phone virus nears 2nd birthday

The first real mobile phone virus, which was found in the wild and could replicate on its own, was discovered almost two years ago.

Search comes to mobile phones

As mobile phones offer more content such as news, video clips, local weather, finding what you're looking for has gotten more difficult.

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Sync your mobile phone with your computer

Become the master of your mobile with phone-syncing software. Here's how to backup data such as contacts and messages from your phone onto your computer without paying your carrier.

Apple iCal: An insiders guide

iCal is Apple's personal calendar program to help organise work and personal lives. In this guide we'll show you the basics of the calendar service, how it integrates with other Mac software, syncing your calendar to mobile devices, and sharing your schedule.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to 3G

If the advantages of 3G mobile networks goes over your head, don't worry, you're not alone. With 3G services rapidly outselling 2G services in Australia we're here to help with an easy explanation of what 3G is and what it all means to you.

All about laptop batteries: Updated

Ever wondered why your laptop's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.

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Wireless connections: the options explained

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

What is Bluetooth?

An obscure dental hygiene issue? Something you've heard a friend talk about on their mobile? CNET.com.au explains Bluetooth, what to be aware of when buying Bluetooth products, and what to expect in the future.

The world is your local calling zone

VoIP may save you on interstate calls, but it's also great for keeping in touch when you're overseas. David Braue explains how it has helped him move his virtual office to Singapore at almost no cost.

3GSM preview: On with the show

The world's largest mobile conference is getting bigger. We lift the lid on the technologies that deserve your attention this year.

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I Need Help 0.7

Explain your needs via pictures when travelling to foreign country.

EasyTweak For Pocket PC 2

Tweak your Pocket PC registry and improve its perfomance, as well as explore hidden features.

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