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Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.

If you're not green or deserve the prefix super, then you're nothing at this year's Tokyo Motor Show — motorbikes included.

Bose QuietComfort 15

While they're no bargain, the Bose QuietComfort 15s currently offer the best sound and silencing capabilities in a pair of noise-cancelling headphones.
Samsung NC10

The NC10 betters previous Samsung netbooks with a built-in HSDPA SIM card reader and the portability this provides. Optus wireless broadband bundles seem like excellent value.
ViewSonic VNB101

The netbook market is so tight, you need some sort of competitive advantage to stand above the crowd. ViewSonic brings a standard netbook with two negatives instead — poor battery life and a bad touchpad.
Kogan Wi-Fi Digital Photo Frame

Kogan's inexpensive digital photo frame does a good job with online photo serving. Local photo display is another story, however.
Optus E1762 USB Modem

The hardware performs its part of the equation just fine, but if you're considering Optus' wireless broadband make sure you take advantage of its seven-day trial period.
Samsung N310

The Samsung N310 is a fashion-conscious netbook that boasts a stunning design, but is pretty bog-standard in terms of features.
Samsung Jet

The Samsung Jet is an excellent touchscreen device that packs a heap of features that would keep most people entertained for some time.
Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, June 2009)

Previously known as the MacBook, Apple's basic 13-inch aluminium unibody laptop has been promoted to the "Pro" series, all while adding features and cutting the base price.

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.
What equipment is used to connect to a network?

We look into the sort of equipment or infrastructure that you may find being used to create a home network.
Plasma vs. LCD: Which is right for you?

Which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?
Is reinventing Polaroid an impossible project?

If you thought the death knell for Polaroid had well and truly sounded, a group of engineers and photographers calling themselves The Impossible Project are setting out to reinvent the instant film format.

Nokia: Apple wants a free ride

Nokia is suing Apple for 10 counts of patent infringement, pointing to wireless technology patents owned by the Finnish manufacturer.
Foxtel TV now on iPhone

Telstra customers can finally subscribe to Foxtel TV on their iPhones, 18 months after the first iPhones were sold on the Next G network.
Microsoft introduces 'Starter' version of Office

The new ad-supported, limited feature version of Office will come preloaded on certain new PCs. The replacement for Microsoft Works is one of several new ways Microsoft is trying to create new customers for its productivity suite.
Amazon's Kindle comes to Oz

Amazon's hyped e-reader Kindle is coming to Australia, with plans for the device to begin shipping on 19 October.

Digital camera buying guide

So you're looking for a brand new compact digital camera? CNET Australia is here to help with our guide to choosing and buying a compact digital camera.
What is an FM modulator?

Want sweet iPod tunes in your car, but don't want the static and tinny sound generated by many FM transmitters? There is another way and it doesn't involve an expensive new sound system.
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.
Top GPS features

So you've decided you're going to get a portable GPS device, but what features should you look out for and which brand is best at what?

DashBook

Collect and organize CRM data within your organization.
Beauty Salon Software

Manage various aspects of your beauty salon or tattoo shop.
Infovox iVox

Natural voices in language of choice for use in any app.
TimeSlice

Time tracking & billing app.

Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking

Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
Nokia Navigation

The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.