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Five of the best PVRs

If you're looking to upgrade from the old analog VCR to a shiny new digital model then these five recorders are our favourites.

Flip MinoHD

Although ultimate image quality and features are sacrificed on the altar of price and pocketability, the MinoHD should be on casual videographers shortlists.

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Reviews

  • Philips GoGear Aria (8GB)

    The GoGear Aria may be cheaper than a comparable iPod Nano, but it's leagues behind in terms of quality.

  • Apple iPod Nano (5th generation)

    Not sure which new iPod to choose? The Nano's fifth incarnation wins hands down, with FM tuner and video camera being more than just cheap gimmicks.

  • Apple iPhone 3GS (32GB)

    The iPhone 3GS is faster and we appreciate the new features and extended battery life, but call quality and 3G reception still need improvement.

  • Panasonic DMR-BW850

    The Panasonic DMR-BW850 Blu-ray recorder features a 500GB HDD, twin HD tuner and access to YouTube and Picasa web services.

  • Samsung Omnia

    In terms of features the Omnia stands out as one of the best smartphones to date. It's a shame this doesn't translate into a phone we'd enjoy using from day to day.

  • Nikon D90

    In the two-party race that will never end, D90 selected D-Movie as its running mate. Upon close examination though, D-Movie was found to be severely underdone. Good thing then that D90's photo-taking base is so strong and competent.

  • AVLabs MYTube Video Speakers for iPod

    The MYTube iPod dock throws everything it can into a dock, and then a little bit more. Only some of it sticks, mind you.

  • Panasonic DMR-XW300

    The Panasonic DMR-XW300 is a very versatile DVD recorder which includes dual-HD recording and excellent DVD playback.

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Features

  • Top 5 phones for video

    Making time to catch up with your favourite TV shows can be tough, but a video-capable mobile can help make better use of that long commute to the office and home.

  • The top 10 songs the web brought back

    Thanks to iTunes, YouTube, Guitar Hero and the like, it's possible for long-forgotten music to be revived in a big way — even if it had disappeared from the airwaves for a reason.

  • Compact cameras with HD video

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

  • Q&A: Canon helps usher in the video SLR era

    In this interview for CNET, Chuck Westfall, technical adviser for Canon's professional products marketing division, answers questions on the future of dSLR, video technology and provides insights into the company's future.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Memory cards: Make your phone more like an iPhone

    Our need for storage is increasing, particularly because we want all of our music, videos and photos to travel with us on our phones, but manufacturers typically cut costs by skimping on internal memory. Luckily, the saving grace is expandable memory cards.

  • YouTube: Guide to advanced features

    YouTube is massively popular and incredibly simple to use, but it also has a few powerful features that are tucked away. This guide aims to help you learn how to use some of these advanced features and to serve as a simple reference page.

  • Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online

    This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.

  • Why HDMI? What you need to know before going digital

    Tired of all those messy home theatre cables ruining your living room's feng shui? Wondering why analog cables are still connecting your all-digital gear? There is a solution — HDMI.

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