Symantec’s latest offering is lighter than ever and an extremely effective security package. And get this, a RAM footprint smaller than Kaspersky

No excess data charges, a free modem and a good software package make virgin worth a look

Disappointing speeds in our tests, underwhelming plans and expensive hardware make Unwired a niche choice

A free modem and competitive pricing around the 5GB mark make Vodafone worth a look – but other networks are cheaper per GB

It’s easy to believe that registry cleaners fall into the category of “computer voodoo”. You expect to perform a few ritualistic gestures and gain a faster, less problematic computer.

A modular scanning tool that catches most unwanted software – but not quite all

Cheap plans, good hardware and excellent results in our speed tests make 3 a deserving winner, in our group test against Telstra Bigpond, Optus, Vodafone, Virgin and Unwired.

More approachable than ever, with excellent malware detection in an affordable package

A tiny, fast personal laser printer with a temping price and great quality.

It's like the Tardis: small on the outside, but extremely capacious on the inside, with 4GB storage and some classy touches that make the Corsair Mini Voyager a cut above regular USB flash drives.

Another big improvement, but this time it’s enough to make PowerDirector a worthy alternative to its mainstream rivals

We've seen interesting mouse designs before, but none quite like this. Microsoft's new Arc mouse fold up like a mobile. See our photo gallery here.

Portable and solid-sounding, it's a great iPod dock for the money

If the lack of a display or hold button don’t bother you, this is a superb player

A slightly bare but affordable media-centre board

A capable little package at an attractive price

Cheap, but there’s not much here to cheer about

Not everyone is sold on Windows Mobile Professional, but if you're a fan, then Samsung's latest QWERTY phone is worth a look. We size up the Samsung i780 with Blackberry's Bold to see how they fair.

The scope of events in Beijing 2008 is somewhat admirable, given that many previous Olympic titles have tended to concentrate on running and swimming events

If your compulsion to rock in the early hours is resulting in eviction warnings, the amPlug could well be your saviour