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Editor's Note

We have two big group tests for you on the PC Authority site this week.

First up is Wireless-n routers - we've tested the best ADSL modem routers on the market. Next is our roundup of 20+ inch LCDs.

The 2008 Reliability & Service Awards is also in full swing. You, the reader, can tell us what products are really like to live with. How reliable is your notebook? Are you happy with your digital camera? Has your ISP got the best (or worst) customer service in Australia? Either way, we want to know.

Take part in the survey here

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Issue: 131 | October, 2008

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News

Telstra slims down its USB wireless offering
by Alex Kidman | September 12, 2008

New slim USB modem offers 7.2Mbps data, onboard storage and, of course, Telstra's interesting take on wireless data pricing.

Google Android phone set for 23 September?
by Stuff.tv blank | September 12, 2008

Hold the phone, Google and T-Mobile look like they've finally set a date for their tech-based nuptials

Google unveils Mobile App for BlackBerry
by Phil Muncaster | September 12, 2008

Faster search and access to Google Apps on the move.

Nvidia faces lawsuit over defective chips
by Iain Thomson | September 11, 2008

Graphics card manufacturer Nvidia is being sued by investors over claims that it hid a problem in its manufacturing processes that caused unusually high failure rates in its products.

Apple updates iPhone, iPod, Touch and iTunes
by Iain Thomson | September 10, 2008

Steve Jobs has unveiled Apple's revamped media player range for the crucial Christmas sales period and announced a major software update for the iPhone..

AMD reckons Cinema 2.0 will change the gaming scene
by Staff writers | September 9, 2008

Future of graphics, or load of hype? See this interview with AMD and form your own opinion on Cinema 2.0.

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Reviews

Draytek Vigor 2820n Draytek Vigor 2820n
by Johnathan Bray | September 12, 2008

Good value, but without the decent performance or the feature set of our award winners this month

D-Link DSL-2740B D-Link DSL-2740B
September 12, 2008

Good value, but without the decent performance or the feature set of our current award winners this time

Belkin N1 Vision Belkin N1 Vision
by Johnathan Bray | September 12, 2008

Innovation and solid performance in an attractive package make the N1 Vision stand out, but it's expensive

Photos: Microsoft Arc Mouse, what it looks like folded like a phone Photos: Microsoft Arc Mouse, what it looks like folded like a phone
by William Maher | September 11, 2008

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.

Philips 240BW Philips 240BW
by Dave Bayon , Alex Bradner | September 10, 2008

Versatile but deeply uninspiring - for office use only

Asus MK241H Asus MK241H
by Dave Bayon , Alex Bradner | September 10, 2008

A vibrant gaming LCD, but it becomes jarring in everyday use

Viewsonic VP2250wb Viewsonic VP2250wb
by Dave Bayon , Alex Bradner | September 10, 2008

A decent enough LCD with a good stand, but it's not cheap

Samsung SyncMaster 953BW Samsung SyncMaster 953BW
by David Bayon | September 8, 2008

Another great-looking Samsung LCD, but picture quality isn't quite up to the usual standard.

Group Tests

Which is the best draft-n wireless router?
by Johnathan Bray | September 12, 2008

Faster wireless networking is finally within reach. We test and rate every draft-n 2.0 ADSL modem router on the market.

Group Test: 20+ LCD's - Which display is best for you?
by Dave Bayon , Alex Bradner | September 9, 2008

Enlarge your workspace with a widescreen monitor: We round up 13 LCDs from 20in up to 24in, with prices you won't believe

Features

Wireless Jargon Demystified
by William Maher | September 12, 2008

We explain port forwarding and triggering, firewalls and traffic filtering, the DMZ and other broadband bits you should know.

Video: Best old school video game tunes of all time
by Daniel Long | September 9, 2008

We rank the top 7 old school video game theme songs of all time, with a little help from Youtube.

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