TV Accessories

Christmas gift guide

We've got round-ups of the best products in each category to help you make the right choice for every person on your list. Enjoy, and Happy Holidays from the CNET Australia team.

Logitech Harmony 1100i

Stylish but spartan, the Logitech Harmony 1100i is a luxurious tablet-style universal remote, and while a step up from the previous model it has its disadvantages.

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Articles

  • New HDMI standard brings internet to TV

    The latest HDMI specification will offer networking capabilities with Ethernet connectivity and add an Audio Return Channel to enable upstream audio connections via the HDMI cable.

  • Adobe's Flash comes to TVs, set-top boxes

    Adobe has created a new version of its Flash multimedia player that can be embedded in TVs and set-top boxes.

  • IceTV wins EPG High Court decision

    Australian company IceTV has won a long-running court battle against the Nine Network in which the television station had claimed IceTV's electronic program guide infringed its copyright.

  • Why HDMI? What you need to know before going digital

    Tired of all those messy home theatre cables ruining your living room's feng shui? Wondering why analog cables are still connecting your all-digital gear? There is a solution — HDMI.

  • MySpace chats up the Widget Channel

    We've heard a bit now about the Widget Channel, the partnership between Intel and Yahoo designed to bring web functions like photo sharing and stock prices to living-room TV sets.

  • CES 2009 preview: Home entertainment

    For the last few years, the format war between HD DVD and Blu-ray has monopolised home entertainment coverage at CES. Now that HD DVD is dead, we can finally get back to focussing on new technology, rather than which studios are backing which format. Blu-ray should have a big presence, along with its new competitors, internet-powered video-on-demand boxes.

  • Clear the coffee table: Universal remotes reviewed

    If trying to juggle multiple remote controls is driving you crazy, check out our round-up of high-end universal remotes. Clear the clutter and control everything from one device.

  • Foxtel iQ2 pricing exposed, long waits expected

    Foxtel has unwittingly unveiled its HD pricing today after inviting customers on its e-mail list to order its iQ2 set-top box, with callers experiencing long delays.

  • What's next for Apple? We think it's the remote

    After looking at what Apple has done in the past, there are some clues going forward. A good place to look is some of its older products, both software and hardware.

  • Behind the scenes at MythBusters

    Get a cheeky peek into the strange, hilarious world of MythBusters as we join the crew to conduct a shark-related experiment.

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Reviews

  • Belkin Conserve Surge Protector

    Belkin's Conserve Surge Protector probably won't save you a ton of money, but it does provide a convenient way to selectively shut off any power-sucking devices in your home.

    Specs: Surge protector

  • Western Digital WD TV

    Western Digital comes to the media streaming party with a product set to shake.

  • Conceptronic Grab 'n' Go Multimedia Player

    The Grab 'n' Go Multimedia Player makes a decent play at the budget-end of the playback market — but its limitations are obvious.

  • Logitech Harmony One

    If you're looking for a sturdy, workhorse remote and don't want to pay through the nose then the Logitech Harmony One is an excellent choice.

  • Beo5

    Bang & Olufsen puts its unique design mark on a universal remote and (for a fee) does all the programming for you.

  • Netgear EVA8000 Digital Entertainer HD

    Netgear's EVA8000 is a streaming media player designed to plug into your high-definition television, allowing you to enjoy your videos and listen to music stored on your network from the comfort of your lounge.

    Specs: Digital media receiver , Ethernet, USB, SCART , MP3, WMA, WAV, JPEG, BMP, AVI, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, PNG , 802.11b, 802.11g

  • Lindy 3 Port HDMI Switch with Remote

    The Lindy 3 Port HDMI Switch with Remote is an inexpensive and recommended upgrade for anyone looking to add extra sources to their home theatre.

  • Philips Pronto TSU9600

    If you are installing a home automation system, undoubtedly the Philips Pronto TSU9600 is worth a look, but if you are simply after a universal remote to control just your TV and sound system, there are less sophisticated options.

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