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REVIEWS

    Groove machine

    iZ is a cross between a bright, noisy toy that Dr Seuss might have dreamed up and a digital groove machine.

    Value for money

    With a 6-megapixel sensor and image stabilisation, this Casio represents excellent value for money.

    One to rule them all

    Clicking hell is a thing of the past with these smart masters, writes Simon Tsang.

    Prints charming

    Getting hard copies of photos from digital cameras is no longer a chore and can be relatively cheap. Nick Galvin compares the options.

    Routing around

    The ability to navigate unfamiliar areas with the help of a GPS receiver has been around for a few years.

    Reggae for skinheads

    Tune into some Rastafarian beats and TV news from around the world, writes David Stonehouse.

    Address, then dress

    Seamus Byrne secures his email, races around the globe then makes Kevin look fabulous.

    Snap happy

    Photo kiosks that let you print your own photos are mushrooming as people become more used to digital cameras.

    Apple polishes the PowerBook line

    Apple Computer Inc.'s PowerBooks have long been considered the Rolls-Royce of laptops with their stylish looks, powerful engines and hefty price tags.

    Blog till you drop

    Daniel Fallon keeps himself busy downloading music, blogging, scouting and being sceptical.

    For all or none

    This hybrid device combines a mobile phone with a hand-held PC or PDA, which means the HP iPAQ h6365 could either appeal to everyone, or no-one.

    Light and funky

    The iPod shuffle is a brilliantly simple, funky music player with mass brand appeal, writes Simon Tsang.

    Join the fox hunt

    There's no need to stick with the same old tired browser, writes Rose Vines.

    World wise web

    Geography, mail help, wine tasting, then off to legendary restrooms.

    Rich in features

    Now that NetComm has reinvented its Banksia division as a consumer electronics brand, entertainment devices will be a leading focus, writes Simon Tsang.

    That's entertainment

    When Microsoft unveiled its Media Centre platform in Europe about a year ago, convergence inched closer to becoming a reality for average households.

    Adobe beefs up Acrobat

    Software maker Adobe Systems has upgraded its flagship desktop publishing products.

    Trials without the hassles

    Opensourcecms.com takes the hassle out of testing and comparing content management systems.

    MacNews

    If you were using the internet in the late '90s, you may remember Pointcast.

    An innovative approach

    DVD-based video cameras arrived on the scene a few years ago to much acclaim by the industry but scorn among many owners.