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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.

Facebook fanatics who also happen to be Telstra mobile customers can now receive Facebook notifications via SMS to their Next G handset for free.

Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier

Solid gameplay, challenging platform puzzles and a touch of whacky humour make Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier a good addition to Sony's much-loved series.
HTC Tattoo

If you want an affordable Android smartphone, the Tattoo will fit the bill. Power users should look elsewhere.
Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 G

The Sony 70-200mm lens is an excellent telephoto zoom choice for Alpha cameras, providing you've got deep pockets and strong, strong arms.
Sony PlayTV (PS3)

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.
DJ Hero

DJ Hero spells a new frontier in rhythm gaming of electrifying fun, but the cover charge is steep.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

Sony's DSC-TX1 is an exciting step forward for compact cameras, pushing for better image quality rather than more megapixels — and it pulls it off in style.
Sony Dream Machine (ICF-CL75iP)

We have a few nitpicks and grumblings, but overall the Dream Machine is a happy marriage between the alarm clock, iPod dock and digital photo frame.
AFL Challenge for PSP

Shallow gameplay, technical flaws and rubbish difficulty make this more of a bench warmer than a goal.

Compact cameras with HD video

Take your pick from our comprehensive line-up of point-and-shoots that support HD video capture.
Best PSP games

Got a boring commute or a few hours to kill in transit? Loading up your PSP with a few great games will make life's little tortures melt away and speed you to your destination in double-quick time.
Home cinema for under $1500

You get what you pay for with HTIB systems, so if you're prepared to spend up to AU$1500 you'll achieve sound quality that will better match the picture.
Best high-definition camcorders

High-def camcorders, while not exactly cheap, are now more affordable then ever. CNET Australia picks a few that offer the best compromise between image quality and price.

Telstra allows iPhone tethering

Telstra has announced that it will allow its customers to tether iPhones. In a software update released over the weekend, the block preventing Telstra iPhones from being tethered was removed.
Police to use national warning system

A national telephone warning system designed to send emergency bushfire alerts could be expanded to warn of mass shootings and major police incidents.
Legit Mininova gives no traffic relief

Mininova's decision to remove links to copyright-protected media last week is being hailed as a victory by Dutch anti-piracy group Stichting Brein. However, it's unlikely to make much difference to network traffic and could prove a boon for independent producers.
Telstra's lightning iPhone offer

The nation's largest telco, Telstra, has unveiled a new iPhone plan which will see new customers getting a $100 account credit when they purchase a new plan.

FAQ: The Australian iTunes store

We answer your questions about the Australian version of Apple's iTunes store.
Seven tips on buying a DVD recorder

With so many different models and tons of unfamiliar specifications to consider, finding the right DVD recorder can be quite overwhelming.
How to buy a flash-based MP3 player

Need an MP3 player that won't weigh you down? Flash-based ones will fit the bill, and here are tips on how to choose one.
I'm looking for a reasonable wireless Internet plan that will not break the bank.

I'm looking for a reasonable wireless Internet plan that will not break the bank.

Sony Connect (SonicStage)

Access the Sony Connect music store, manage your music, and rip CDs in one intuitive application.
E-Zsoft PSP Video Converter

Convert video to Sony PSP compatible format.
Telco Manager

Track your telephone and data line use.
Allok Video to PSP Converter

Convert your favourite movies and video files into Sony PSP compatible files.

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.