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Christmas Features

Last-minute quirky gadget gifts

We're getting down to the wire as far as Christmas gifts are concerned, but here are some last-minute options if you'd like to spoil a tech head.

SCE Australia boss on the 40GB PS3

Sony Computer Entertainment Australia and New Zealand managing director Michael Ephraim on the new 40GB PS3 model, discontinuing the 60GB version, and copping flak from gamers.

Blu-ray vs HD DVD: which video format is for you?

Is Blu-ray bang for your buck? Is HD DVD hot to trot? Which next-generation video format should you choose and why?

Q&A: RedOctane cofounder Charles Huang

RedOctane cocreator and Guitar Hero rocker Charles Huang discusses working with Microsoft, picking the right guitar for the job, and his take on Rock Band this holiday season.

Q&A: Aussie Xbox head on 360 price cut

Xbox regional director for Australia and New Zealand David McLean on what effect the 360 price cut will have on sales down under, the whereabouts of the Elite and Halo 3 editions, and how many 360s have been sold so far.

Best mobile phones of 2006

During the course of 2006, better cameras were built into handsets, fashion phones battled it out on the catwalk, GPS and Wi-Fi integration became common, and advances in mobile networks saw faster downloads for content.

Best digital cameras for Christmas

If you're looking for a present for someone special -- or even for yourself -- splash out on one of our favourite compact digital cameras.

Must-have HD TV add-ons

Hesitant to buy an HD TV because you are not sure what to get out of it? Find out what extras will make your HD TV experience perfect in our must-have list.

Apple iPod retrospective

We take you through the time line of every Apple iPod model.

Top 10 mobile phones of January

Smart phones take out the top three spots in January on CNET.com.au, with the most popular brands overall being Sony Ericsson, Nokia and O2.

Frequent Photo Flubs: 15 picture pitfalls and how to avoid them

Brighter brights and whiter whites! Find out how to get the best pictures in our handy guide.

Top 10 mobile phones of November

Nokia's cute clamshell, O2's mini PDA and Sony Ericsson's Walkman phone are what CNET.com.au readers have been researching the most in the weeks leading up to Christmas, with Samsung's 2-megapixel D600 and Motorola's RAZR also featuring in the top 10.

Top 10 mobile phones of October

Mobile phone makers and carriers had all hand on deck in Australia during October. Vodafone became the third 3G provider, Nokia announced an onslaught of phones, as did French manufacturer Sagem, which released fifteen phones.

CNET.com.au's Top Games for August

The hot Christmas 2005 games releases may still be a few months away, but here's some top quality titles released in August that'll help you pass the time.

Sony PSP and Nintendo DS head to head

It's game on in the handheld space, with the Sony PSP about to hit Australian shores and compete head to head against the Nintendo DS. Which gives you more bang for your buck? Are they even in the same league?

All eyes on new DVD format war

With hardware manufacturers and movie studios dividing into the Blu-ray or HD-DVD camp, it is likely consumers will be hesitant to purchase players of either format until the dust settles.

Change of Heart: 3 DVD rental services reviewed

Can a DVD addict find happiness through a mail-order rental business?

Top 10 phones of January

CNET.com.au's Jeremy Roche leads you through January's most popular handsets.

Top 10 phones of November

CNET.com.au's Jeremy Roche leads you through November's most popular mobiles.

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