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Lexus RX400h (2006)

For those craving a luxury four-wheel drive with an emphasis on luxury rather than cornering elan, then the RX400h is a good choice. It's about as much four-wheel drive as many of us will ever need, and its fuel thrift is pleasing too.

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR85

If you don't want to, need to, or simply can't shell out a couple hundred dollars more for an HD camcorder, the Sony Handycam DCR-SR85 delivers decent SD video and copious recording time.

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Parrot MINIKIT Slim

The Parrot Minikit Slim makes it very easy to make and receive calls without taking your eyes off the road to look at your phone, but a poorly executed visor clip makes this otherwise excellent speakerphone feel cheaper than it is.

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Philips DCP951

It's not a cheap portable DVD player, but it is stylish and has a lot going for it.

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Topfield TF7100HDPVRt

There's not a lot the 7100 can't do. Topfield's done a fine job in combining all the relevant features users and PVR buyers will be looking for.

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Skyfire mobile browser bulks up for open beta

California start-up Skyfire has announced its Web browser for Windows Mobile devices has gone into public beta, making the latest version available for download.

Move over T9, here comes Swype

The inventor of the T9 keyboard technology for numeric keypads, Cliff Kushler, is back in the game with a new alphanumeric entry technology for today's devices: touchscreen laptops and smartphones. His new technology, Swype, is quite simple to use, although beneath the user interface there's a lot going on.

Intel's wireless power means no more batteries

Intel has shown showed off a wireless electric power system that could revolutionise modern life by freeing devices from transformers and wall outlets.

SingStar Amped track list announced

Anyone who is familiar with data trackers GfK Australia's weekly software charts will be more than familiar with the SingStar franchise, as its games constantly appear in both the PlayStation 2 and overall top 10 charts. Due to its widespread success, it's no surprise that Sony has announced SingStar Amped, another addition to the franchise.

Ford Fiesta Econetic limbos under 4L/100km

Working hard to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions, Ford showed off its third Econetic model at the London Motor Show this week.

XP to Vista: How to transfer your data

In this quick guide we'll show you how to transfer your files and settings from an aging Windows XP computer to a new Vista machine.

101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.

Tips and tricks for shooting a wedding video

So you've been entrusted to videotape your sibling/cousin/best mate's wedding, what do you do now?

How to take video in total darkness

All sorts of interesting things happen in the dark, but how do you take a video of them? These tips will help you shoot video in even the darkest places.

Learn to rock with GarageBand

Step-by-step instructions on setting up your own home recording studio.

iTunes everywhere: Best products for accessing iTunes in the home

iTunes is preconfigured to stream music over your home network, but you need the right hardware. Here are some products that will do the trick.

BD-Live: Blu-ray's secret weapon or bust?

With Disney set to make BD-Live available on all its new releases we look at the technology behind this Blu-ray feature and whether it's worth having.

Digital cameras and imaging myths busted

CNET.com.au paparazzi hunts down the common folklore about digital imaging and bring them to light.

Online image editors for blogging

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

Digital Life #2: (S)wanky phones, Facebook nakedness and laptop tips

It's episode two of CNET.com.au's new podcast, Digital Life. This week we're talking (s)wanky phones, Facebook nakedness and laptop-buying tips, with a bit of iPhone rumour-mongering thrown in for kicks.

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Free YouTube to iPod Converter 3.1.2.2

Download video from YouTube and convert to view it on your iPod player.

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Free YouTube to iPhone Converter 2.1.3.2

Download video from YouTube and save it as MP4 video for iPhone.

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Neverland

Help Diane rediscover her youth and recover lost toys in Neverland.

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Sonic Click Ultra Demo Studio 4.0

Enhance and customize your Visual Basic applications.

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Sonic Click Ultra Button ActiveX Control 4.0

Create appealing graphical user interfaces.

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