Archive for May, 2010

Review: Kogan Freeview HD Digital Set-Top Box

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Kogan’s cheap Freeview-compatible set top box bucks the trend of crippled Freeview PVRs, but it’s not an easy product to get along with.

Reviews Roundup: Best PVR for the World Cup? 9 compared

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

A fan of the World Cup but also value your sleep? Then stick one of these PVRs under your TV and catch up on your sleepy bo-bos.

Pulse: You can go stick your iPad

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Mounting solutions for an iPad.

Reviews Roundup: Best phones for $29 per month

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Can’t decide which phone to get on an AU$29 per month contract? Check out our picks for the best value phone in this price range.

Podcast: Gaggle of Google

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Google revealed a whole heap of exciting things this week, from TV to telephones, which all get put under the microscope. Also, the first 3D TV broadcasts happened, so what did we think?

Poll: did you watch the State of Origin in 3D?

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

With the Maroons having defeated the Blues again tonight for the umpteenth time, it’s time to talk about the broadcast, specifically the 3D broadcast. Did you watch it and, if so, what did you think of it?

New Varadero series camera bags from Samsonite

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Hama introduces the new series of Varadero camera bags from Samsonite. Modern, sporty, light and yet at the same time stylish and tasteful, the are new seven models of camera bags each with their carefully thought-out details. Various labeled compartments for batteries and memory cards, or a document compartment on the reverse side that has space for a mobile, keys and a money stash. Removable and adjustable padded handles and shoulder straps provide superior carrying comfort. Available now in prices ranging from €40 to €60…

Reviews Roundup: Best televisions for the World Cup

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

If you’re looking to buy a new TV for the World Cup finals then we have a selection of both 2D and 3D models for you!

Feature: 3D Sports: a look behind the scenes

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Sport is an obvious way to attract Australian audiences to 3D, but in addition to requiring viewers to have a 3D-capable television, it also requires the broadcast teams to rethink how they set up and produce the sporting event.

Microsoft Office 2010 web apps

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

Take a look at the Microsoft Office 2010 web apps, which will allow you to work on your presentations, documents and spreadsheets from anywhere.

Pandigital Novel eReader sports 7-inch color display

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

Pandigital enters the eReader market with the 7-inch Pandigital Novel. This new eReader features a full color, 800 x 600 resolution touch-screen, Wi-Fi connectivity, and multimedia capabilities. Pandigital partners with Barnes & Noble to power the eReader, allowing you easy access to Barnes & Noble’s catalog with more than one million eBooks, newspapers and magazines, a wide variety of free eBooks and more than half a million free classics. The Pandigital Novel is priced at $199.99 and will be available at the beginning of June…

Review: Motorola Quench

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

The Motorola Quench is a solid smartphone and represents excellent value for those who want to do more on their phone without finding themselves out of pocket.

Pulse: Hollywood takes another swipe at Pirate Bay, IsoHunt

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

The US copyright machine is going into full tilt against torrents, handing out four injunctions in one day.

Is Google your next gaming platform?

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

Google is definitely not developing a gaming platform, but the tools it will soon offer developers could see a new wave of gaming in just about any device with an internet connection.

Apple to open Bondi store on 28 May

Monday, May 24th, 2010

Apple will be holding a public grand opening of an Apple Store on Oxford Street, Bondi Junction this Friday, 28 May - the day its flagship iPad tablet goes on sale in Australia.

Poll: Did you watch Australia vs. NZ in 3D?

Monday, May 24th, 2010

On Monday night, Fox Sports broadcast the football friendly between Australia and New Zealand in both 3D and 2D. Did you watch it in 3D? And if so, what did you think about it?

Review: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands

Monday, May 24th, 2010

The prince’s high-flying adventure is marred by camera issues and weak combat, but the excellent platforming is still loads of fun.

Pulse: Western Digital launches WDStore in Australia

Monday, May 24th, 2010

Western Digital has launched its online store in Australia, allowing people to buy its products directly over the internet.

Pulse: HP recalls batteries worldwide, several laptop models affected

Monday, May 24th, 2010

HP has expanded a previous recall to include even more batteries. Read inside to see if your model is affected.

Pulse: Google ponies up the Pac-Man

Sunday, May 23rd, 2010

Over the weekend, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pac-Man, Google made a free mini-version of the game available on the Google front page.