Where incremental steps forward are becoming commonplace, the Sony is a giant leap – simply stunning

Intriguing styling makes this near-silent media-centre PC stand out, but it has its foibles

If you must have the biggest, it’s great – but lose a couple of inches and you’ll get an even better performance

If you’ve the money and dream of owning a humungo-wall-telly, then the Panasonic will go a long way to fulfilling your dreams

Slightly older model, but the best 42in TV you can buy, full stop. Not cheap, but the quality is all up there on the screen

We think this TV is a real bargain - a good few quid cheaper than comparable models and every bit as impressive

Terrific value and a high-quality set – it’s not Full HD, but at this price, you won’t miss it

Another cracking Panasonic flatscreen, which impresses with both its integrated TV tuners and external sources

The most flexible TV we've tested - from its built-in network media player to optional hard-disk recorder, this is a sleek, stylish solution.

The Sony bandwagon rolls on; this is another simple to use set that produces brilliant big-screen images

The TH-46PZ81 shouldn’t be applauded only because of its features – it delivers a great plasma TV picture.

Philips flagship TV from 2007 is a good benchmark, with plenty of worthwhile technology substance to fine effect alongside the original styling

Now that Blu-ray has won the format war and recorders are hitting the shelves, Panasonic's DMR-BW500 HDD/Blu-ray recorder with twin HD TV tuners is looking mighty nice indeed. For high-def buffs this is one with the lot.

Occasionally glitchy with some sources, this works well enough with most. The lack of HDMI's a pain, but as a bargain solution to a problem that afflicts most gadget fiends, it isn't bad...

HTC's new Blackberry killer arrives on our desk, and it's every bit the showoff we thought it would be - and that's mean as a compliment.

One of the best combinations of design and function in a smartphone we've seen for some time.

Is there a market for 20-inch TVs? Sony's KDL-20S4000 looks unique, and you can carry it around the house.

Apart form your credit card's cries of anxiety, you'll love the flexibility and performance of this TV

A fine TV that offers a rich, warm picture but comes up just a tiny bit short against rival sets from Sony and Philips

Expensive but extraordinary. If God watches the telly, he does it on one of these