Reviews

Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (April 2010)

The new MacBook Pro may look identical to its predecessor, but it's what's inside that counts. With Intel's newer line of Core-i CPUs and better graphics capabilities, this is a hefty spec update.

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Photoshop Elements 8

New versions of Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements boost organisational capabilities and automation.

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Apple iPod Classic 160GB

The iPod Classic refines the formula that put the iPod on the map. Few can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life and intuitive user interface.

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Best MP3 players for podcasts

Not every MP3 player handles podcasts equally, so we've rounded up some of the best options for you.

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Apple TV (2010)

Apple TV (2010)

The Apple TV has been redesigned and is now a third of the price; however, it lacks on-board storage and a number of "must-have" features.

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Sennheiser CX 300-II Precision

Sennheiser CX 300-II Precision

The Sennheiser CX 300-II Precisions are incredibly affordable and great sounding, making them one of the best sets of in-ears available.

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Apple iPhone 4

Apple iPhone 4

Some will still consider Apple's iPhone the benchmark for today's smartphones, but its revised design raises issues we haven't seen in a phone of this calibre before. Those upgrading from an iPhone 3G would be wise to consider a 3GS instead.

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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (April 2010)

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (April 2010)

Without the upgrade to Intel's new processors, the smallest in the MacBook Pro range sits a step behind its higher-powered, bigger-screened siblings.

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Apple MacBook (Spring 2009)

Apple MacBook (Spring 2009)

The Apple MacBook may look the same as before, but it's had a Spring makeover and is now a better deal than ever.

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Apple Time Capsule (2TB, Late 2009)

Apple Time Capsule (2TB, Late 2009)

The Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price.

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Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station (Late 2009)

Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station (Late 2009)

The AirPort Extreme Base Station is a great wireless router for Mac or novice users who need something that's simple, nice-looking and works well for their homes. Savvy Windows users will find many better value alternatives.

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Apple iTunes 9

Apple iTunes 9

iTunes 9 is a natural, yet relatively minor, evolution of Apple's popular media management software and is a required download for new iPod owners.

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Apple iPod Nano (5th generation)

Apple iPod Nano (5th generation)

Not sure which new iPod to choose? The Nano's fifth incarnation wins hands down, with FM tuner and video camera being more than just cheap gimmicks.

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Apple iPod Touch 64GB (3rd generation)

Apple iPod Touch 64GB (3rd generation)

Not much doing here in Touch-land. A new 64GB model, no 16GB unit and price cuts for everyone! Oh, and a bit more performance.

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Opera 10

Opera 10

Featuring a compression engine to boost speeds for slow computers, a cool new treatment for tabs and a gaggle of other enhancements, the Opera 10 browser is nothing to sneeze at.

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Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6)

Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6)

Intel Mac users will like Snow Leopard's smartly designed interface enhancements, and its Exchange support is a must-have (especially with Outlook for Mac on the way). With a ton of technological improvements, Snow Leopard is worth the AU$39 upgrade fee.

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Belkin Switch-To-Mac cable

Belkin Switch-To-Mac cable

Belkin's Switch-To-Mac package performs adequately, but at a high price for what's likely to be a single use cable.

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Apple iPhone 3GS

Apple iPhone 3GS

The iPhone 3GS is faster and we appreciate the new features and extended battery life, but call quality and 3G reception still need improvement.

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Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (June 2009)

Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (June 2009)

Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro makes only minor tweaks to the previous version, but cutting prices and swapping the ExpressCard slot for an SD card slot are enough to make it a solid improvement over its predecessor.

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