Tags: mac, mp3, x

Filter by keyword: 2gb, 3g, apple, archos, audio, bluetooth, convert, creative, desktop, digital, download, drive, dvd, flash, g4, g5, guide, intel, iphone, ipod, itunes, laptop, media, mini, mobile phone, music, nano, nokia, notebook, operating, palm, palmone, pc, pda, photo, player, portable, pvp, record, software, speakers, superdrive, system, text-to-speech, touch, video, wireless, zen

Sony Walkman B Series (NWZ-B143F)

It has none of the elegance of the iPod Shuffle, but it's cheaper and has a built-in screen, FM radio and recording capabilities. Minor concerns aside, the NWZ-B142F is a good performer with an attractive price tag.

MP3 file format updated with more information

The new MP3 file format, called MusicDNA, offers a wide range of additional content to music lovers about favourite artists and bands (including lyrics, videos, tour dates and social networks such as Twitter) viewable alongside tracks.

See all

Reviews

Apple Mac Mini (Late 2009)

If you demand a small, relatively affordable Mac, the Mac Mini is your only option. Otherwise, you can find Windows-based small form factor desktops that offer more interesting features with better value.
Creative Zen MX

Creative's latest player may have some drawbacks, but it still is a strong contender that provides great value for money.
Philips GoGear Mix (4GB)

The GoGear Mix is exactly what people are looking for in an MP3 player. It's easy to load with music, simple to operate and a pleasure to listen to.
Philips GoGear Aria (8GB)

The GoGear Aria may be cheaper than a comparable iPod Nano, but it's leagues behind in terms of quality.
Philips DC350 iPod Dock

The DC350 features a wide-range of connectivity options, but is far too expensive for the low quality sound it produces.
Philips GoGear Opus

The slow interface probably kills what would have been an excellent player with decent format support and great sound quality.
Altec Lansing Orbit iM237

We like the new and improved version of Altec Lansing's portable single speaker, the Orbit MP3, better than the previous model, but it costs a bit more.
Virgin VMX

The VMX is a phone with many shortcomings, but most of these are outweighed by the AU$99 price tag. For most people who just need the basics, the VMX will do the trick.

See all

Features

MP3 players with voice recorders

No one wants to get writer's cramp or carpal tunnel, but it can be hard to avoid if you're taking notes in classes or meetings all day. CNET.com.au rounds up these lecture-worthy MP3 players.
MacBook Pro vs. the PC competition

Mac or PC? The war rages on. We've thrown the most recent 13-inch MacBook Pro and the closest PC to a Mac we've seen, the Dell Studio XPS 13, into the ring for an all-out brawl.
Best DAB+ digital radios

Digital radio is finally here, but what equipment do you need to receive it? We look at eight different receivers to find the best.
Best high-capacity MP3 players

Music hoarders rejoice! Here are a few picks of the top players for those large collections.

See all

News

Back to school tech

New pencils and a few spiral notebooks aren't all you'll need to start off the new school year. CNET rounds up the laptops, printers and MP3 voice recorders that get top marks for students.
Samsung announces next-gen touchscreen player

Samsung's first device out the gate at CES 2010 is the YP-H1, a next-generation touchscreen MP3 player which will likely complement the P3.
Australian pricing for new Macs

Apple has revealed Australian pricing details for the new hardware line-up it announced overnight in the US, with the vendor's new low-end MacBook laptop starting at AU$1299.
No Beatles on iTunes tomorrow

An EMI executive has come out and said there'll be no Liverpudlian love on iTunes for Beatles Day.

See all

DIYs and How-to

Erase useless files on your Mac

CleanMyMac does a good job of cleaning out files you don't need and freeing up space on your hard drive.
Format a drive for Mac OS X and Windows

If you move a hard drive between the two operating systems, here's what you need to know.
mp3HD: New lossless MP3 format explained

The lossless "hybrid" MP3 format not only offers the sound detail lost in a normal MP3, but remains compatible with your existing MP3 player or iPod.
Mac Starter Kit: Must-have apps

Out of the box, a new Mac is loaded with cool apps to get you started, but it doesn't come with everything you'll need. Check out our round-up of apps that Mac users count on every day and aren't included in the initial set-up.

See all

Downloads

X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter demo

Take flight on a TIE fighter or X-Wing and battle it out.
X-Men: Children of the Atom demo

Engage in the ultimate struggle between good and evil.
X-Com III demo

Engage the alien enemy in the third of the X-COM games.
Chron X Installation

Engage in global domination in this Internet strategy card game.

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.