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Available only through Harvey Norman stores, the Trax 350 has a 3.5-inch screen, 3D terrain, 3D landmarks and safety camera locations. It misses out on the Bluetooth hands-free of the 353 model, which is available everywhere.

Sennheiser IE 8

This pair of sound-isolating earphones is one of our all-time favourites, with explosive bass that dance fans will adore.

TomTom Go 730

Lane guidance is great and the over-hyped IQ Routes was pretty good, but the best news is that, one year on, the Go 720's faults (price, buggy features) are no more.

Sony Vaio VGN-TT15GN

If you have the money, you shouldn't hesitate to buy the TT, in any of its guises. It looks phenomenal, is comfortable to use and is exceptionally portable.

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Our favourite laptops of 2008

With the year coming to a close, we collect up our favourite laptops of 2008.
Best role-playing games

If you live to battle with thousands of fellow warriors, then you're an RPG fan. A genre most at home on the PC, role-playing games are sneakng on to consoles as well, giving fantasy fans of all kinds something to get excited about.
Best strategy games

Are you a general in training? Someone who prefers to direct the battle, even if you sometimes zoom in for the final kill? Sounds like you're a strategy player, taking on battles raging from medieval Europe to the battles of the 20th century to far-off intergalactic wars. Launch your own epic conflict with these top strategy games.
Best superzoom cameras

These five megazoom shooters will get you up close and personal with your subjects.
Best televisions for gaming

So you've bought yourself a spanky new PlayStation 3, and you're thinking about buying a flatscreen, but what should you choose?

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Nokia 6220 Classic

Playing on the brunette-stereotype, the Nokia 6220 Classic is a 3G smartphone that transcends its demure looks with pragmatic appeal, a stand-out 5MP camera and assisted-GPS.
TiVo HD

Despite missing some key features, the TiVo HD is a worthwhile investment if you don't want to pay for cable, and it poses no ongoing EPG fees.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X1

With high-speed data, a three-inch touchscreen and A-GPS, Sony Ericsson's Xperia X1 looks to be the Windows Mobile equivalent of a hamburger with the lot.
i-mate Ultimate 9502

The i-mate Ultimate 9502 is one of the best smartphones we have come across -- and if you're happy with Telstra -- the i-mate 9502 makes an excellent alternative to a Blackberry or iPhone.
Samsung LA46F81BDX

The Samsung LA46F81BDX could have been such a great television but its poorly implemented 100Hz feature has let it down miserably.

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Energy star ratings coming to a TV near you

The first television to carry an energy star rating is set to hit Australian shelves in December.

DDA music format combines the physical and digital

A new mode of music delivery, known as DDA, plans to bring back the physical format with a digital twist — albums are sold on a USB stick containing MP3s plus bonus artist-related content.

How fast is your iPhone?

Wanna know how fast your iPhone 3G really accesses the inter-tubes? CheckTubes will tell you if your iPhone is burning rubber or leaving a snail trail behind it.

Free netbook with your LCD television

Toshiba has broken the mould and gone for a TV bundling promotion of their own — no more consoles, it's netbooks for everybody!

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New Mazda3 hatch and sedan now both revealed

Mazda has now revealed both the sedan and hatch versions of its popular 3, prior to it going on sale next year.
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Porsche Panamera merges sedan and hatchback

Porsche has just unveiled a four-door sedan-hatchback mash-up, the Panamera, which will take on the likes of the Mercedes-Benz CLS, Astona Martin Rapide and the Lamborghini Estoque.
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Next Lexus RX sports iDrive/MMI/Comand-style controller

Lexus unveiled the updated RX range of soft-roaders at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The new vehicles feature updated powertrains and new designs, as well as being the first Lexuses to sport an iDrive/MMI/Comand-style interface.
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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?

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.

Apple iCal: An insider's guide

iCal is Apple's personal calendar program to help organise work and personal lives. In this guide we'll show you the basics of the calendar service, integrating it with other Mac software, syncing your calendar to mobile devices, and sharing your schedule.

How to use Spoken Menus on your 4G iPod Nano

We go step-by-step through the process of activating the latest iPod Nano's spoken menus and tweaking them to your taste.

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Uniden Trax 350

Available only through Harvey Norman stores, the Trax 350 has a 3.5-inch screen, 3D terrain, 3D landmarks and safety camera locations. It misses out on the Bluetooth hands-free of the 353 model, which is available everywhere.
Oi!: Energy star ratings coming to a TV near you

The first television to carry an energy star rating is set to hit Australian shelves in December.
Sennheiser IE 8

This pair of sound-isolating earphones is one of our all-time favourites, with explosive bass that dance fans will adore.
TomTom Go 730

Lane guidance is great and the over-hyped IQ Routes was pretty good, but the best news is that, one year on, the Go 720's faults (price, buggy features) are no more.
Sony Vaio VGN-TT15GN

If you have the money, you shouldn't hesitate to buy the TT, in any of its guises. It looks phenomenal, is comfortable to use and is exceptionally portable.
14.7-megapixel face-off: Canon's 980 IS vs. Samsung's NV100HD

Does bigger equal better? We pit two 14.7-megapixel compact cameras against each other to see which one comes out on top.
Sony Ericsson W595 Walkman

This is a solid phone, aside from its lack of a real headphone socket. But if you're expecting anything radically new, you might want to wait a little while for Sony Ericsson to start innovating before you upgrade.
Android to hit Australia on 29 Jan

The first mobile phone running Google's Android operating system will hit Australia on 29 January, with a company called Kogan Technologies announcing the imminent release of an Android-based handset it calls the "Agora".
With new services, TiVo's now 'not a video recorder'

With a variety of new features such as pizza ordering and online photo services on the way, TiVo would like to now be thought of as a central media hub.

Android to hit Australia on 29 Jan

The first mobile phone running Google's Android operating system will hit Australia on 29 January, with a company called Kogan Technologies announcing the imminent release of an Android-based handset it calls the "Agora".
With new services, TiVo's now 'not a video recorder'

With a variety of new features such as pizza ordering and online photo services on the way, TiVo would like to now be thought of as a central media hub.
Nokia World 2008: Making the internet personal

Nokia World 2008 was the launching pad for the world's largest mobile phone company to announce the touchscreen N97, the latest version of Nokia Maps and its new messaging and email service.
Touchscreen N97 unveiled at Nokia World

Nokia unveils its first touchscreen N-Series handset, the N97, during its Nokia World 2008 event in Barcelona.
Michelin moves the motor to the tyre

It might sound counter-intuitive but if the future of the car is electric, then we could well see the motor move from the front of the car to the wheels. Well, that's what Michelin, Heuliez and Orange have in mind.
SanDisk update adds OGG, FLAC to Clip and Fuze

SanDisk's new firmware adds FLAC and OGG support to the Sansa Fuze and Sansa Clip. Here's how to update your player.
Google Chrome to get extensions

Google has published its plan to build into Chrome what is arguably its most requested feature: the ability to accept extensions that can customise how the open source Web browser operates.
Govt provides grant to help establish telco consumer group

Consumers will have a greater voice in the telecommunications sector with the federal government announcing funding to support the establishment of new peak representative group.
Round numbers: 10,000 iPhone apps?

The iPhone-focused site 148Apps celebrates a big milestone for the popular device, but did it get a little ahead of itself?

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Plasma vs LCD: Which is right for you?

Update: Which type of flat panel display, plasma or LCD, is right for you? And which will give you more bang for your buck?
New Mazda3 hatch and sedan now both revealed

Mazda has now revealed both the sedan and hatch versions of its popular 3, prior to it going on sale next year.
Digital television to be called "Freeview"

Australia's free-to-air broadcasters have got together to launch the upcoming Freeview digital television brand and guide.
Freeview versus TiVo is just a smoke-screen

If you were confused about digital TV then there's a new word to think about — Freeview — but is this supposed rivalry with TiVo a diversion from the real issue?
How fast is your iPhone?

Wanna know how fast your iPhone 3G really accesses the inter-tubes? CheckTubes will tell you if your iPhone is burning rubber or leaving a snail trail behind it.
CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide

Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.
Top 5 PDA-phones

These hybrid devices combine the organisational features of a traditional PDA with the communication capabilities of a mobile phone. To make your life easier, here are our current top five picks.
Plasma vs. LCD: Six things you need to know

You know you want a flat TV, but you may not know whether a plasma or an LCD is best for you. Executive editor David Carnoy tells you what to consider before buying.
Best LCD TVs over 40-inch

CNET.com.au looks at the best LCD televisions available today, featuring everything from 1080p to 100Hz and from sizes 40 inches and up.

Google launches Picasa 3

Google's photo application, Picasa, has been taken out of beta and there are plenty of new features for users who choose to upgrade.
Belkin N+ Wireless Router

The Belkin N+ Wireless Router is a great performer with excellent range and throughput speed. If its bulky design and lack of 5GHz frequency support don't put you off, the router is worth every penny of its $189 or so price tag.
Iomega StorCenter ix2 (1TB)

The Iomega StorCenter ix2 is a two-drive NAS device that offers Bluetooth support but no remote access via the web.
Windows 7 pre-beta (build 6801)

At first glance, Windows 7 appears to be an advanced iteration of Windows Vista, but more consumer-friendly, with many user interface enhancements.
Canon PowerShot G10

The Canon PowerShot G10 is a solid digital camera for enthusiasts who want something more compact to complement a dSLR, but its performance leaves something to be desired.
JVC Everio GZ-MS100

The JVC Everio GZ-MS100 is an average budget SD-card-based camcorder that's more attractive for its small design and relatively average video quality than its unique interface and one-touch uploads to YouTube.
Megaphone #1: Your monthly dose of mobile

CNET Australia's latest video series is dedicated to everything mobile, including a peek at the sexiest phones of the future and a wrap of all the phone's we've reviewed this month.
Inside an Airbus A380: A video tour

From cattle class to the $22,000 suites, we take you on a video tour of a Singapore Airlines Airbus A380.
Logitech Cordless Keyboard (Wii)

The Logitech Cordless Keyboard for Wii is a capable and comfortable keyboard for anyone who's doing a lot of text entry on the Nintendo game console, but it's not a must-have accessory.

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