Stories by: Chris Jager

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    Samsung U10 Full HD pocket camcorder (preview) 21/01/2011 16:46:00

    The Samsung U10 is a pocket camcorder for bloggers and casual videographers. Boasting 1080p video quality, inbuilt editing software, a time-lapse recording function and a 10-megapixel still image mode, the Samsung U10 is pretty well equipped for the asking price ($249).
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    Pioneer unveils new 3D Blu-ray players 21/01/2011 14:30:00

    Pioneer Electronics has announced two new 3D Blu-ray players for the Australian market, the Pioneer BDP-LX54 (RRP $599) and Pioneer BDP-430 (RRP $499). Both players come equipped with 3D Blu-ray Disc playback, advanced audio capabilities, 1080p upscaling for standard DVDs, multimedia support (MKV, DivX HD, WMV, MP3, JPEG) and wireless networking via an optional WiFi adaptor.
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    What eReader should I buy? NookColor vs. Kindle 3 20/01/2011 15:48:00

    If you pride yourself on being a bit of a bookworm, you need to buy an e-reader – end of story. While basic E-Ink models continue to enter the marketplace, the category has morphed to include all manner of fancy tools and features: from inbuilt WiFi to full colour LCD displays.
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    Which CPU? Intel Sandy Bridge vs. AMD Fusion 20/01/2011 10:01:00

    Over the next few weeks, Intel and AMD are set to unleash two new families of CPUs: Sandy Bridge (Intel's 2nd Generation Core processors) and AMD Fusion, respectively. These new processing chips offer a range of exciting improvements over existing CPU architecture, including on-board graphics chipsets, increased power efficiency and Full HD video optimisation.
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    Samsung BD-C8900 3D Blu-ray player and PVR 19/01/2011 11:40:00

    The high-end Samsung BD-C8900 Blu-ray player has inbuilt Wi-Fi and is capable of playing 3D Blu-ray movies. It shares many of the same features as the excellent Samsung BD-C6900 -- with the added benefit of a 500GB hard drive and DVB-T digital TV tuner.
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    AMD Radeon HD 6950 graphics card 14/01/2011 16:00:00

    The AMD Radeon HD 6950 graphics card is a high-end model that aims to bring DirectX 11 gaming to the masses. Boasting dual Cayman graphics engines, 2GB of GDDR5 memory, stereoscopic 3D support, a BIOS toggle switch and Eyefinity multi-display technology, the AMD Radeon HD 6950 comes with just about everything a hardcore gamer needs. It's also surprisingly affordable, with a bare-bones version costing just $329 (expect to see tweaked versions from Sapphire and co. in the future).
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    Nokia E5 smartphone 13/01/2011 10:30:00

    The Nokia E5 is an HSDPA-capable smartphone designed for business and leisure in equal measure. [You're a poet and you didn't know it. -- Ed.] Equipped with a QWERTY keyboard, a 5-megapixel camera, an inbuilt GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, dual home screens, plus a host of preinstalled business and entertainment apps, the Nokia E5 strikes a good balance between work and play.
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    Sony BDP-S470 3D Blu-ray player 22/12/2010 09:47:00

    The Sony BDP-S470 is a midrange Blu-ray player boasting 3D capabilities and Bravia Internet Video streaming. It slots between the Sony BDP-S370 and Sony BDP-S570 Blu-ray player in the company's line-up. With an RRP of $299, the Sony BDP-S470 Blu-ray player provides an affordable entry point into 3D video – although naturally you'll need a 3D TV to make use of this feature.
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    The best games of this generation: as voted by you 20/12/2010 15:07:00

    Choosing this generation's best game (thus far) is a difficult undertaking -- which is why we handed the task over to you, our readers. A few months ago, we asked you to vote for your favourite game of this generation in an online poll. To find out which game reigned supreme, check out the rest of the slideshow. (And if you disagree, don't complain to us. We didn't pick the winner: you did!)
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    Millennius Full HD Waterproof Seacam 16/12/2010 13:30:00

    The Millennius Full HD Waterproof Seacam does exactly what it says on the tin: it's waterproof (up to a depth of three metres), records in Full HD (to SD memory cards) and is tailormade for seaside holidays. With an RRP of $249, it's also pleasantly affordable (by contrast, Sanyo's competing underwater cam, the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA100 retails for $549).
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    Panasonic DMP-BD45 Blu-ray player 13/12/2010 11:00:00

    The Panasonic DMP-BD45 is a bare-bones Blu-ray player aimed at quality-conscious consumers who don't care about bells and whistles. As the entry-level model in Panasonic's Blu-ray player line-up, it lacks common features such as BD-Live, YouTube access and component video. The Panasonic DMP-BD45 is a Profile 1.1 Blu-ray player, which means it does not provide any of the features or benefits of Profile 2.0 machines (including online functionality).
 
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