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Top 5 tips for buying a PVR
So you've finally ditched your VHS recorder but are unsure what to replace it with. We look at the five features you should be looking at when buying a PVR.
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.
Reviews
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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.
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Denon AVR-1910
The Denon AVR-1910 is a fully featured mid-range AV receiver with standout upconverted video quality, although it's held back by some subpar design issues and average sound quality.
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Sony STRDA5500ES
The Sony STRDA5500ES is a follow-up from last year's excellent '5400 and now includes DLNA streaming.
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LG MS408 HD DVR
The LG MS408 HD DVR is a hard drive-based PVR that offers two tuners and a wealth of connectivity options including YouTube access.
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Dvico TViX HD R-3300 HD Digital Jukebox + Ultimate PVR
TViX's supposedly HD PVR promises to be the "ultimate" PVR. We can't help thinking that "basic" would have been a better appellation.
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Loewe Art 42 SL Full-HD+ 100 DR+
Not within everyone's ballpark, the Loewe Art 42 SL is a pricey LCD TV, but if you can afford it, you won't be disappointed. It's a stylish bit of kit with plenty of upgrade and customisable options.
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Topfield TRF2400 Masterpiece HD
The Topfield Masterpiece HD is a very capable PVR that offers a lot of recording flexibility and just as many cutting edge features as the "big boys".
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Panasonic DMR-XW450
Panasonic's upmarket DVD recorder has oodles of functionality, but it's hidden behind a somewhat obtuse remote control.
Features
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What is Freeview?
There's been a lot of buzz about Freeview lately, but very little talk about what it actually is. Read our comprehensive guide on what it's about and what you need to be able to watch Freeview.
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Mon dieu! Sagem launches horde of handsets
The French manufacturer stamped its entry into Australia this week by launching a range of mobile phones, flat-screen TVs, digital set-top boxes, routers, and photo printers.
News
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TiVo coming to a Blu-ray player near you?
Hybrid TV (makers of TiVo in Australia) has been in talks with local manufacturers to co-brand products such as TVs and Blu-ray players with the TiVo logo.
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TiVo to offer free-to-air catch-up in 2009
TiVo is planning to offer video-on-demand (VoD) services with content from all the local free-to-air broadcasters by the end of 2009.
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LG surprises with more plasmas
LG is set to release two new plasma models this year, including a model which offers a new recording feature called Time Machine Link.
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Moxi DVR back from the dead
The Moxi turned up years ago, and was meant to go head-to-head with TiVo. Now it's back — but is it any better?
DIYs and How-to
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What does an AV receiver actually do?
What does an AV receiver actually do? Is it worth the investment?
Downloads
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CarLOS
Utilize a car PC front end solution.
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Blackberry GPS Tools - Spot
Get multiple mapping services for your Blackberry devices.
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Ziepod
Search, monitor, download, and play podcasts.
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TerraPlot
Survey a plot of land using a GPS receiver.
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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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.
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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.
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