Tags: laptop, phone

Gear4 BluPhones

Built for wireless music (and hands-free phone calls to boot), the BluPhones are ultra-light Bluetooth headphones that allow you to cut the cord of any A2DP-compatible device.

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Optex 15-inch Digital Photo Frame

Despite claiming to have an extensive feature set, the Optex digital photo frame disappointed us with its lack of usable functions, and so-so image quality.

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Asus Eee PC S101

Asus packs the same basic components found in other Netbooks into a stylish, slim chassis for a modest premium in price, with some unfortunate keyboard-layout compromises.

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Motorola MC75

Enterprises looking to deploy a rugged, versatile mobile device will be impressed by the Motorola MC75's range of features. However, you pay a premium for smartphone functionality in a hardened form; this phone is not only tough, it is massive to the point of being unwieldy.

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Asus F8Va

It may not be the sexiest notebook in town, but Asus' 14.1-inch laptop is Centrino 2 certified, and sports some excellent multimedia capabilities.

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Promiscuous laptops

Laptops now outsell desktops, and more and more locations are offering free public Wi-Fi networks. Yet there are no formal recommendations on how one should secure a laptop on a public wireless network. Here's an attempt to formalise some best practices.

How to keep your laptop from being stolen

It's the traveller's nightmare: one minute your laptop is there, the next minute it's gone.

Tethering coming to iPhone in 2009

AT&T Mobility chief Ralph de la Vega confirmed overnight that iPhone 3G users would be able to use their phones as wireless modems at some point next year.

Fujitsu builds biodegradeable laptop

This Fujitsu LifeBook sports a chassis made from a plastic made from cornstarch rather than petroleum. It costs more, but it's green.

Samsung prototype laptop uses AMOLED display

Samsung's finally getting serious about OLED, with a prototype laptop cropping up sporting the display technology.

What do you need to transfer photos from a phone to a laptop using Bluetooth?

I have a neighbour who owns a mobile phone and wants to transfer photos from it to her laptop using Bluetooth. What will she need for her laptop and what should she do?

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.

I need to get wireless Internet on my laptop, but can't find anyone offering ExpressCards.

Recently I bought an HP notebook which only has an ExpressCard slot. However, when I called Optus to ask to be connected or to assist me with this, nobody knew what I was talking about when I mentioned ExpressCard. I would appreciate it if somebody could please explain how it all works. Also I would like to know how it works overseas and what sort of plans are available.

Wireless network buying guide

Here's what you need to know about networking, from the standards and technologies to the best products for your home or office.

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

I have recently purchased a Sony Vaio Laptop (latest release) with Windows Vista. The laptop has a built in wireless card and I am looking for a reasonable wireless plan that will not break the bank. I use the laptop whilst out and about for work and also at home for general Internet browsing. Do you have any suggestions as to a provider that could meet my needs but not break my bank?

Digital Life #2: (S)wanky phones, Facebook nakedness and laptop tips

It's episode two of CNET.com.au's new podcast, Digital Life. This week we're talking (s)wanky phones, Facebook nakedness and laptop-buying tips, with a bit of iPhone rumour-mongering thrown in for kicks.

Laptop predictions for 2008

Staring into the foggy crystal ball of the future, we try and wipe away the smudges to catch a glimpse of laptop technology to come.

Telstra Next G mobile phones

Telstra claims its Next G network covers 98 percent of the Australian population and is the fastest in the country. CNET.com.au explains what Next G is and how it differs from other providers, and compares the Next G mobile phones available.

Secure your smart phone

A mobile device virus could one day steal your identity or lock you out of your house. Here's what you need to know.

Top 10 phones of February

CNET.com.au's Jeremy Roche takes you through the most popular mobile phones of February.

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Phone Saver

Play various sounds while you are on a phone call.

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Laptop Anti-Theft

Locate a lost or stolen laptop in a network.

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Mobile PhoneTools - Bluetooth 4

Keep your mobile phone or handheld in sync with your PC.

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iLead DVD Ripper 4.0.8

Rip your DVD to a variety of popular video formats.

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iLead DVD Ripper Platinum 4.0.8

Convert DVD to DivX, MP4/H264, WMV, AVI, and MPEG or copy whole DVD to the hard drive.

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