Tags: google, portable, web

Make Google Maps your Android wallpaper

An update to Google Maps on Android phones lets you wallpaper the start screen with a real-time map, among other things.

Google TV is teaming up with Intel and Sony to bring mobile-like apps to your television.

HP Mini 210

HP's Mini 210 combines style and battery life in a combination that makes it genuinely compelling.
Sennheiser PX 100-II

The Sennheiser PX 100-II is a very good, stylish set of headphones that will nevertheless live in the shadow of the excellent original.
Dell Inspiron Mini 10 (Intel Atom N450)

Dell's basic netbook adds better battery life and the newest Intel Atom CPU, and robust configuration options add a level of flexibility many other netbooks lack.
LG GT540

LG's GT540 could change the way we think about smartphones if it manages to bring it to Australia as a prepaid handset, and could help to raise the awareness of Android at the same time.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10

Update: we take the X10 in our own hands and walk away impressed. The software is fast and the X10 gives off an air of sophistication unlike any Android phone before it.
Google Chrome 4

The fastest web browser on the market, Google Chrome is a valiant and speedy attempt to redefine how we surf the internet.
HTC Hero

With excellent web browsing, email and access to apps, the HTC Hero is one of the few mobiles to truly challenge the iPhone this year.
WD My Passport Elite 500GB

Desktop users who need a portable drive will find the My Passport Elite endearing, although the dock could stand to be a little more user friendly.

Portable games to take on your travels

Portable games are a godsend for Australian travellers faced with long trips and lots of transit time to kill. Here's our pick of the best trip-worthy DS, PSP and iPhone games.
MP3 players with voice recorders

No one wants to get writer's cramp or carpal tunnel, but it can be hard to avoid if you're taking notes in classes or meetings all day. CNET.com.au rounds up these lecture-worthy MP3 players.
Best DAB+ digital radios

Digital radio is finally here, but what equipment do you need to receive it? We look at eight different receivers to find the best.
Best portable GPS navigators

All brand name GPS units will get you safely from A to B, but some do it better than others. We nominate a clutch of navigators we'd junk our Gregory's or Melway for.

Google vs. Apple war turns personal

The fight between former bosom buddies Apple and Google is getting heated and personal. According to a feature in the New York Times, Apple CEO Steve Jobs poured scorn and invective on Google's mantra of "don't be evil" after its "betrayal" in entering the mobile phone market.
HTC on Nexus One cracked screen

Our Nexus One with a broken screen is back from HTC, and it says that the repair costs around £180 — and next time we shouldn't put the phone in our pockets.
Apple sues HTC over patent infringing Androids

Apple is suing phone maker HTC and has filed a complaint with the US International Trade Commission, alleging that the Taiwanese company is infringing 20 Apple patents related to the iPhone.
Dell's first tablet won't be its last

It looks like Dell isn't interested in releasing just one tablet computer; they're ready to start a whole collection.

Create a Google Calendar for the whole family

Never fight about a forgotten appointment again! Keep track of the whole family with a shared Google Calendar.
Getting started on Android

Our quick guide to the Android software gives you a glimpse into the mobile operating system and what it can do for you.
Ask Us: How do I sync my Google Calendar with my iPhone?

Do you have different calendars for work and play? This guide will show you how to set up multiple calendar accounts on your iPhone.
How to avoid suspicious websites

Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.

Skydom Messenger

Chat with your friends and other Skydom users.
Search Bucks

Make money from your daily searches.
Mapedit

Create image maps for Web pages.
Apple Intelligent Battery Update

Fix a problem that could prevent your PowerBook 500 battery from charging properly.