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Best tiny MP3 players

When it comes to tiny MP3 players, flash chip-based players are where it's at. We choose some of the tiniest, cutest models on the market.

Windows 7 means new laptops

While most vendors are simply installing Windows 7 across their existing range, a number of new laptops will be available for purchase now that Microsoft's new operating system has hit the market.

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Reviews

Sony Vaio W

Attempting to create a premium-priced version of a netbook, Sony has added an HD display to the Vaio W. It's an attractive step-up package, but the internal components are the same as are in cheaper models.
Nokia 3G Booklet

After years of calling its phones "multimedia computers", Nokia finally launches a real one.
Sony Vaio VGN-P15G (Intel Atom Z530 processor 1.6GHz, 2GB RAM)

Sony's upscale Atom-powered Lifestyle PC has the components of a cheaper machine, but the design of a more expensive one. The end result will be a useful travel PC for some and a conversation piece for others.
Sony Vaio VGC-JS15G/(P/S/T)

Another entry in Sony's panel PC range, doing its best to imitate Apple.
Sony Vaio VGC-LV17G

Another entry in Sony's panel PC range, but still fails to reach the aesthetic heights of its Apple competitors.
Sony Vaio VGN-Z17GNB

Sony's new ultraportable has switchable graphics and a high resolution 13.1-inch screen.
Sony Vaio VGN-TT15GN

If you have the money, you shouldn't hesitate to buy the TT, in any of its guises. It looks phenomenal, is comfortable to use and is exceptionally portable.
Sony Vaio VGN-AW17GU/Q

Sony's svelte 18.4-inch 16:9 media laptop falls squarely in the desktop replacement category, and comes packed with Centrino 2 technology.

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Features

Laptops for Father's Day

No idea about what to get dad? Got a huge budget just kicking around? Well you could buy a laptop...
Best laptops under AU$1000

Only got AU$1000 to spend? We look at the competitors to see who comes up trumps.
Back to school 2009: The best laptops

With the government roll-out of laptops for school kids being done in stages, your children may still need their own laptop. Here are CNET Australia's recommendations, with a focus on budget.
Our favourite laptops of 2008

With the year coming to a close, we collect up our favourite laptops of 2008.

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News

Sony Vaio, Walkman, Reader get OLED treatment

In lieu of OLED TVs, Sony shows off OLED-based Vaio, Reader and Walkman prototypes at the CEATEC show in Japan.
Father's Day gift guide

Let someone else buy the ties and tool kits for dad. If you really want to win him over, get him one of these tech presents.
Lenovo replacing some problem batteries

Lenovo on Friday said it will replace batteries on several of its ThinkPad laptops that show error messages.
Sony extending Vaio warranty for faulty Nvidia GPUs

Sony Australia has admitted problems with its Vaio laptops that contain Nvidia GPUs — one year after everyone else.

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DIYs and How-to

How do I know if my laptop battery is likely to explode?

I keep seeing all these stories and pictures about laptop batteries catching fire or exploding.

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Downloads

Egg Timer Plus

Time different activities and get sound notification on completion.
Scores

Medical scoring systems for the Palm
Bad Games Timer

Track time that has passed.
Ultra Recall

Capture, organize, and recall all your electronic information.

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.