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Web's Best 50 Free Downloads 

Web's Best 50 Free Downloads

by Tim Danton, Jim Martin, David Fearon, Ross Burridge, Dave Stephenson, David Bayon, Barry Collins, Darien Graham-Smith, Stuart Turton  |  22 Jul 2008  |  Comment now
Stack your system full of software without paying a penny, with our guide to essential downloads
Sonos Digital Music System: The iPod for your home 

Sonos Digital Music System: The iPod for your home

by Ross Burridge  |  13 Jun 2008  |  Comment now
An ipod-type device for the home that looks the goods and scores well in our tests.
Expert guide to Windows Home Server 

Expert guide to Windows Home Server

by Ross Burridge  |  26 Mar 2008  |  Comment now
Find out how Microsoft’s impressive new OS will share and back up all the data on your home PCs, among other tricks.
Antec Sonata III 

Antec Sonata III

by Ross Burridge  |  6 Feb 2008  |  Comment now
A slight iteration of a solid and well constructed case, with low noise levels a priority
Apple TV 

Apple TV

by Ross Burridge  |  7 Jan 2008  |  Comment now
A promising start for Apple’s living-room takeover, but we’re still waiting for the best bits.
Samsung Q1 Ultra 

Samsung Q1 Ultra

by Ross Burridge  |  10 Dec 2007  |  Comment now
Baby steps inch the UMPC concept forward, with the Q1 Ultra the best version yet. But it’s still undeniably niche
Sony Walkman NW-A805 

Sony Walkman NW-A805

by Ross Burridge  |  19 Oct 2007  |  Comment now
Great in day-to-day use, but poor software and high price dent its appeal.
Preview: Windows Home Server Beta 2 

Preview: Windows Home Server Beta 2

by Ross Burridge  |  24 Jul 2007  |  Comment now
Some intriguing new technology and genuinely useful features make Home Server one to watch.
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Drive 

Xbox 360 HD-DVD Drive

by Ross Burridge  |  20 Jul 2007  |  Comment now
A bargain route to getting HD DVD playback for your PC or Xbox, but there are limitations.
Opinion: View from the labs 

Opinion: View from the labs

by Ross Burridge  |  24 May 2007  |  Comment now
The lure of technology doesn’t always translate to a perfect experience.
HP TouchSmart IQ770 PC 

HP TouchSmart IQ770 PC

by Ross Burridge  |  26 Apr 2007  |  Comment now
Flexible, beautifully designed and reasonably priced. An excellent attempt to attract the masses.
Microsoft Zune 

Microsoft Zune

by Ross Burridge  |  22 Mar 2007  |  Comment now
Stacks of potential, but current hardware is underwhelming and the client software a mess.
Asus Asteio D22 DAV 

Asus Asteio D22 DAV

by Ross Burridge  |  14 Feb 2007  |  Comment now
A flexible and powerful livingroom PC that ticks almost all the right boxes, as well as being great value.
Vista: Out of the box 

Vista: Out of the box

by Ross Burridge  |  29 Jan 2007  |  Comment now
Microsoft has always included a number of bundled applications with Windows, but Vista takes it further than ever. Here’s a look at the main attractions.
Sony LocationFree 

Sony LocationFree

by Ross Burridge  |  21 Nov 2006  |  Comment now
A nice idea, particularly for PSP owners, but it’s ultimately too restrictive to be considered a must-have item.
Slim Devices Squeezebox 3 

Slim Devices Squeezebox 3

by Ross Burridge  |  21 Nov 2006  |  Comment now
Good looking and easy to use, the Squeezebox is also well featured. The only downside is the price.
Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 Beta 2 

Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 Beta 2

by Ross Burridge  |  14 Nov 2006  |  Comment now
Huge improvements in speed and a revitalised interface bode well for the future.
iPod Hi-Fi 

iPod Hi-Fi

by Ross Burridge  |  21 Sep 2006  |  Comment now
Some good design touches and decent sound quality, but a staggering price tag.
Vusys Dokodemo 

Vusys Dokodemo

by Ross Burridge  |  15 Sep 2006  |  Comment now
Easier to use than the q1 and cheaper, but battery life is a concern

Samsung Q1 

Samsung Q1

by Ross Burridge  |  15 Sep 2006  |  Comment now
A promising debut for UMPCs, but the controls are tricky to master

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