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LG Secret (KF750)

Though its teeny selection key can be a bit of a nuisance, the Secret has some winning features, including one of the best 5-megapixel cameras we've encountered on a phone.

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Apple iPhone 3G (16GB)

While parts of the iPhone 3G are superb, there are still some big features missing from this device. If you add up the extras the iPhone doesn't seem like a phone that everyone can afford.

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Samsung i8

Aimed at amateurs, the Samsung i8 is a user-friendly digital camera with strong multimedia functionality and helpful how-to guides. Slow performance and the sometimes frustrating logic of the main menu will mean this is probably one to skip unless you're interested in the bare basics.

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Sony Ericsson C702

There's a lot to like about the C702, sadly the Cyber-shot camera is not part of this list. People hunting for a rugged mobile phone will rejoice at this compact and attractive option.

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Smart ForTwo cabrio (2008)

Its two-seat configuration limits its appeal to just a few. That's a shame because Australia's cheapest convertible is loveable, unique and deserving of a wider audience.

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iPhone faithful still queuing

One week after the Australian launch of Apple's much-anticipated iPhone 3G handset, locals keen to buy the device are still queuing outside the company's only Sydney retail store.

Tech-savvy Pope txts u at World Youth Day 2008

World Youth Day 2008 is currently underway in Sydney, and Telstra has come up with a few tech-happy ways to enhance the pilgrims' experience.

iPhone demand buckles Optus network?

Optus has confirmed its retail stores are experiencing problems signing up customers of Apple's much-anticipated iPhone handset due to difficulties with its internal computer network.

CIOs pass their verdict on the 3G iPhone

CIOs of top Australian organisations spilled the beans to ZDNet.com.au on what they think of the 3G iPhone, and whether they will let the device, launched early this morning, into their enterprise.

Yes, the iPhone has landed

After two hours of food, entertainment and nail-biting anticipation, Optus has sold the first Apple iPhone 3G handsets in Australia.

Citroen C3 Picasso: a people mover on a small canvas

Citroen has taken the wraps off its little people mover, the C3 Picasso, ahead of the Paris Motor Show in October. And like a good French car it has a certain je ne sais quoi.

iPhone: Australia's first unboxing

Only hours after Australia's first iPhone was sold in Sydney, we eagerly unboxed a 16GB model to show you what to expect inside.

Australia's midnight iPhone launch

At midnight 11 July Optus became Australia's first mobile carrier to sell the iPhone 3G. We were on hand to witness the festivities and to finally play with Apple's much hyped handset.

New BMW 7-Series is a smoother, less controversial plutocrat

Over the weekend BMW released information, as well as the first official pictures, of its new 7-Series. The cheers you just heard were from politicians and captains of industry the world over.

Exposure: Daniel Reitsma

Daniel Reitsma specialises in shooting cities around the world, and captures their essence by taking all images in the series of his selected locale within a 24-hour time period.

CNET.com.au's GPS Buying Guide

Prices for GPS devices have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to 3G

If the advantages of 3G mobile networks goes over your head, don't worry, you're not alone. With 3G services rapidly outselling 2G services in Australia we're here to help with an easy explanation of what 3G is and what it all means to you.

Geotagging links photos to locales

Attaching location data to images enables new ways to search photos, give slide shows or be a virtual tourist. For now, early adopters only need apply.

Watch out for data charges on your GPS phone

Thanks to the an almost undocumented feature on the Nokia 6110 Navigator, we unwittingly racked up over AU$50 in data charges the first month we used it. Read on to find out how to avoid our fate.

Lost mobile phones: a survival guide

Odds are you use your mobile all the time – but what should you do if it's lost or stolen? David Braue catches up with some new solutions to an ongoing problem.

Is it time to go HD?

Want to know whether HD is worth it yet? Here is our look at what's changed in the world of high-def lately — and what's on the horizon.

Online image editors for blogging

We head out across the Web to find out whether these online image editors are picture perfect.

What a waste! Australian tech recycling options limited

The overwhelming majority of councils in the Sydney metropolitan region fail to provide any direct e-waste recycling services for their residents.

Q&A: Craig Lowndes talks tech

At the announcement of his association with Symantec as an Internet safety ambassador, we sat down with V8 Supercar driver Craig Lowndes to talk tech and cars and car tech.

What's the best website for geotagged photos?

Photo-sharing websites are getting better at handling pictures based on where they were taken. Our top pick is Flickr, with smugmug and Google's Picasa tied for second place.

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Access links to various country radio stations.

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Big City Adventure - Sydney, Australia 1.0.0.1

Play an Australian treasure hunt game.

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AC-DC Screensaver

View images of a hard rock band formed in Sydney called AC-DC.

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Jennifer Garner Alias Screensaver

Enjoy full-size images of lovely Jennifer Garner.

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Forex Trader Sidekick 2

Perform Forex trading with quick reference to real-time Forex market hours.

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