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Garmin Mobile PC

Garmin Mobile PC software brings navigation to your PC for a reasonable price but with some drawbacks.

Desktop disease-busters

Millions of users worldwide have installed grid computing programs on their PCs to help medical researchers find cures for deadly diseases.

Computers »

PowerMate P4010

It has the looks and can fit anywhere in the home but it’s best to keep the NEC PowerMate 4010 for light tasks.

Macbook

We finally get our hands on a shiny new Macbook and come away suitably impressed with its design and ­performance.

PDAs »

HTC Shift

Ultra mobile PCs are beginning to make a big splash in the computing scene and HTC is not one to be left out of this exciting new product segment.

Pearl 8100

RIM eschews its traditionally bulky and unattractive BlackBerry design to make the Pearl 8100 more appealing to the masses.

Cellphones »

C905

Sony Ericsson blurs the line between a full-featured smartphone and a basic phone and comes away with positive results.

N85

The design is simple but the features are plenty. This Nokia N85 is a phone with potential brimming below its humble exterior.

Audio Players »

iPod touch

The second-generation iPod touch is said to be the most fun iPod yet, now sporting a sleek design and more features.

iPod nano

After experimenting with a short and fat design, Apple has returned to its slim and tall roots for the latest generation iPod nano.

Digi/Video Cams »

Olympus mju 1060

If you are just ­planning to get your feet wet with digital cameras, the Olympus mju 1060 is designed just for you.

Nikon D90

Nikon’s highly anticipated D90 DSLR is packed with plenty of features that are sure to please photo enthusiasts.

Peripherals/Components/Misc »

Papago! Navigator Z-820

After testing the terrific Papago! Navigator Z-820, we will never view GPS units the same way again.

iDJ2

We get all mixed up with the Numark iDJ2 music mixer for the iPod.

Games »

World of Goo

2D Boy’s creative and unique gooey puzzle game proves that physics can be fun.

Wii Music

Nintendo’s Wii Music isn’t a great game, but it’s an entertaining diversion for anybody who likes to play a tune.

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Reading the signs

Reading the signs

Local music industry players look at the road ahead for digital music. Click here to view

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