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Friday September 19, 2008

Editor's Note

If you've been consdering wireless broadband, but have been put off by the 24-month contracts, pre-paid wireless should be just the ticket.

Telstra and Virgin have both announced pre-paid wireless, joining Optus who announced pre-paid recently. We've taken a look at the prices on the PC Authority web site.

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.

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Wireless-n routers: what you need to know by Jonathan Bray \| September 19, 2008 We makes sense of wireless-n routers and devices (otherwise known as draft-n) - speeds, compatibility, range improvements, and whether they're safe to buy now.		Google Android phone clocks in at US$199 by Stuff.tv blank \| September 19, 2008 US pricing for the much-hyped HTC Dream is out and is doubtless giving Steve Jobs nightmares
Best bit about Toshiba NB100 mini notebook? by William Maher \| September 19, 2008 There's no annoyingly quirky keyboard. Finger's crossed, but Toshiba's pint-sized mini NB100 notebook looks like it will be a class act when it arrives.		IBM unveils technology for 22nm chips by Daniel Robinson \| September 19, 2008 'Computational scaling' will allow future production of 22nm circuits.
Microsoft cancels Seinfeld ads by Shaun Nichols \| September 19, 2008 Microsoft is cancelling its much-hyped Jerry Seinfeld/Bill Gates advertising campaign. But there's a new "life without walls" ad on the way..		"The Story Maker" book-making machine arrives by Adam Turner \| September 18, 2008 The Espresso Book Machine has made its worldwide book chain debut, and can print cheap paperbacks on demand in seven to 14 minutes while you wait.
Is pre-paid wireless broadband good value? by William Maher \| September 18, 2008 While pre-paid gets you out of a 24-month contract, it doesn't always provide as much bang for buck when it comes to your monthly data allowance.		Telstra pre-paid wireless vs Optus, Virgin by William Maher \| September 18, 2008 Pre-paid wireless is finally clearing the way for those wanting wireless without the 24-month contract. We look at how Telstra's new plans stack up against the competition, including Optus and Virgin re-paid wireless.
Mini PC battle: Acer Aspire One vs Dell Inspiron Mini 9 by William Maher \| September 17, 2008 They're almost identical in size, so which is the better machine? See the matchup with our photo gallery and first impressions.		Windows 7 beta - what would change your opinion about Windows? by William Maher \| September 16, 2008 Rumours say the Windows 7 beta could be announced next month, as millions of bloggers sharpen their claws.

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Reviews

Sapphire HD4850 Toxic

by Justin Robinson | September 19, 2008

An excellent take on ATI's new technology, complete with custom cooling and great performance

Dell Inspiron Mini 9, not an Eee-killer but the price is right

by William Maher | September 16, 2008

Dell's long awaited entry into the Eee-class notebook market is a top effort, though not perfect.

Panasonic DMR-XW300, unlike TiVo it records to disc

by Adam Turner | September 16, 2008

If you don't care about recording to disc, you'd be better off with a TiVo. If you're looking for an all-rounder to tide you over until Blu-ray prices fall, Panasonic's DMR-XW300 has a lot to offer.

Sony KDL-20S4000, the perfect second Bravia?

by William Maher | September 16, 2008

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

Features

What's new in Windows 7

by William Maher | September 19, 2008

Stewart Mitchell delivers his verdict on the features rumoured to be ready for Windows 7

Can your neighbour see if you're stealing wireless?

by Staff writers , Adam Turner | September 15, 2008

Wondering if your neighbour can tell if you're leeching their bandwidth and see what you're doing online?

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