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Sony VAIO VGN-AR49G

The Sony VAIO VGN-AR49G is without a doubt a premium multimedia machine with strong graphics performance and a Blu-ray drive. The high price may drive those with smaller wallets to Toshiba's HD-DVD machines which offer similar functionality (sans Blu-ray) though.

Sony VAIO VGN-NR17G

Sony's NR17G has a distinctive look, and while it doesn't stand out in the performance stakes, it's still a worthwhile desktop replacement candidate, as long as your needs are modest.

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Reviews

  • Acer Aspire 5920

    Though it's bulky, the Acer Aspire 5920 makes a great choice for buyers who want both a media-friendly laptop and a portable HD DVD player that plugs into their home theatre.

  • Toshiba Qosmio G40

    Like its predecessor, the Qosmio G30, Toshiba's flagship multimedia desktop replacement offers a complete suite of entertainment features. The G40 is slightly slimmer and has a couple of tricks up its sleeve.

  • Samsung BD-P1000

    Samsung's BD-P1000 is the first Blu-ray player to land in Australia. While it raises the bar for high-definition video with 1080p output, it also carries a lofty price tag.

  • Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz)

    Other vendors might offer more flexible configurations and better deals on components, and the specter of HD video looms darkly, but the 24-inch iMac's sprawling display and convincingly capable features should set most people's minds at ease.

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Features

  • Laptops with Blu-ray or HD DVD drives onboard

    Blu-ray may be the current talk of the town, but there's still a war going on. HD DVD and Blu-ray are not only competing for space in your home theatre, but inside your laptop as well.

  • CES 2007: Computers and hardware preview

    CES is the biggest consumer electronics show in the world. Here's some of the technology and trends we expect to see on the show floor.

  • Best laptops of 2006

    We round up the best notebooks of 2006 with something for everyone: from snazzy ultraportables to desk-bound behemoths.

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  • First Blu-ray disc drive won't play Blu-ray movies

    The first Blu-ray (BD) disc drive for desktop PCs is here, but be warned -- it won't play commercial BD movies.

  • Verbatim fires blanks, nudges Blu-ray ahead

    Verbatim today announced the immediate availability of blank BD-R and BD-RW Blu-ray media, joining TDK and Sony as the three manufacturers shipping blank Blu-ray discs to Australia at this point in time. In contrast, HD-DVD blanks are still yet to arrive.

  • Sony Blu-ray notebooks to hit Australia in July

    Hot on the heels of Toshiba's release of Australia's first HD DVD equipped notebook, Sony has announced that it will be bringing in Blu-ray in the form of the VAIO VGN-AR18 laptop from next month.

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DIYs and How-to

  • DIY: Desktop buying guide

    What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.

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The Explain Series

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Videos