Mobile Phone Reviews
Mobile Phone Reviews
Navigation TomTom's the way to go
9:31AM TomTom's in-car navigator lets you holster your smartphone, writes Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson.
Blackberry Budget Blackberry a 'gateway drug'
10:30AM THIS entry-level BlackBerry is perfect for frugal social butterflies, writes Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson.
E-reader Revolution is being Kindled
10:00AM THE Amazon Kindle, like all e-book readers, won't suit all book lovers but this gadget is easy to use.
Apple eater LG smartens up to take on iPhone
11:00AM LG'S Viewty Smart is not a smartphone as we know it and should be a serious contender for anyone seeking a responsive touchscreen.
Plain Jane Nokia N86 offers sophisticated extras
10:45AM ON the outside the Nokia N86 looks and feels very familiar, but inside it holds new features its lookalikes could not hope to match.
Navigation iPhone gets serious about navigation
11:30AM NEW iPhone apps could eat into sales of dedicated GPS navigators now then can tell you where to go, turn by turn.
Bluetooth headsets Headset could be improved
7:00AM THE Sony HBH-PV740 adds a small monochrome display and includes a stylish desktop charging stand.
Mobiles Motorola won't break the bank
7:00AM MOTOROLA'S VE538 is a compact and affordable 3G mobile phone that provides decent features for its asking price.
GPS units Uniden GPS a mixed bag
7:00AM UNIDEN's TRAX 430 offers the latest Australian maps, camera alerts, text-to-speech navigation and 3D landmarks.
Mobile phones Sony Ericsson feature-packed
SONY Ericsson's C510 boasts a 3.2-megapixel camera with sliding lens cover, a dual-LED flash and HSDPA connectivity.
Watch phones NV watch phone difficult to manage
7:00AM THE NV Mobile Sports Pro Mini Watch Phone has promise but you should only buy it if you truly love the idea.
Phones LG phone is mediocre
7:00AM THE LG KF310 boasts HSDPA connectivity and a microSD card slot but it is let down by a mediocre design.
Mobile phones Ericsson combines design and features
7:00AM THE Sony Ericsson W705 doesn't offer any groundbreaking features, but scores points for an excellent design.
Smartphones NV watch phone a gimmick
7:00AM THE top-of-the-range NV Mobile Sapphire is a watch phone with the "wow" factor but it does have its flaws.
Smartphones HP smartphone competent at best
7:00AM THE HP iPAQ Voice Messenger is a stylish smartphone that is definitely worth some attention but it is a let down.
GPS Uniden GPS is a mixed bag
7:00AM THE Uniden TRAX353 is a solid and excellent value unit that is let down by an overly busy map screen and a bland design.
Uberreview Pimp your iPhone with applications
9:00AM WHICH applications are good starting points for new iPhone and iPod touch owners?
Mobile phones Sony Ericsson is straightforward
7:00AM ANOTHER mid-range Walkman handset, the Sony Ericsson W595 doesn't offer anything new or groundbreaking.
Mobile phones 830i has nothing innovative
WHILE it has some annoying niggles and is far from perfect, the Vodafone 830i is definitely worth considering if your main goal is to save some money.
Smart phone DualSim lacks the magic touch
THE DualSim Slider will appeal to people who use multiple SIM cards but the Magic Touch pad control system is frustrating to use.
iPhonea apps Take your iPhone GPS off-road
FOR a fraction of the price of a dedicated device, MotionX-GPS provides GPS functionality for outdoor activities.
iPhone apps Splash your iPhone with colour
COLORSPLAH is one of the increasing number of surprisingly capable photo manipulation iPhone apps available in the App Store.
Mobile phones Budget Nokia smart phone is super fast
7:00AM Commanding an outright price of under $400, the Nokia E63 includes a full QWERTY keyboard - but it lacks built-in GPS and HSDPA connectivity.
Bluetooth headsets Sony speakerphone has dual speakers
SONY Ericsson's HCB-150 Bluetooth speakerphone may command a steep price but it offers plenty of features - dual speakers, text-to-speech technology and an OLED display that shows incoming caller information.
Car kits Car kit can connect with any device
A fully fledged Bluetooth hands-free car kit, Parrot's range-topping MKi9200 offers full compatibility with the Apple iPod range as well as the iPhone 3G.
Smart phones Nokia smart phone top of the range
THE Nokia N85 boasts an OLED display, a built-in FM transmitter and better battery life than other smart phones.
GPS receiver Track your GPS movements
For the size of a keyring, the QStarz BT-Q1300 is a nifty device that tracks your movements accurately.
Smart phones Android phone is not quite the dream
FINALLY the first Android-powered phone has reached Australia to challenge the Apple iPhone - but does it live up to the hype?
iphone apps Sponticelli fails shake up the iPhone browser
VIEWING the Internet on your iPhone while on public transport can be a pain, and Sponticelli ShakingWeb is supposed to make it easier - but it is a useless application.
iPhone apps Aqua Eagle flies when sending photos
SENDING multiple photos to your friends by email using your iPhone has just become easier with the Aqua Eagle Multi-Photo Email application.
Bluetooth Headsets Bluetooth headset resists water and dust
WATER, dust and shock resistance aside, the Plantronics Explorer 370 is sturdy and solid Bluetooth headset.
Mobiles Attractive entry-level Motorola straightforward
IF you're after a music handset but aren't willing to pay big bucks the EM325 offers some nice features for its price.
iPhone apps iPhone GPS application lacks functionality
TAILORED to the user's location, the CLO Software Traffic Australia iPhone applications makes use of the handsets GPS capibilities.
Mobiles 'The world's first social mobile'
WITH integrated Facebook, Skype and Windows Live messenger applications, the 3 Mobile INQ1 is a cheap and easy way to stay connected.
Mobiles Samsung mobile as basic as they come
THE lack of some basic features such as Bluetooth will force many users to turn elsewhere.
GPS Garmin's widescreen GPS sluggish
FIND your way around Australia with Garmin's widescreen GPS unit that is a decent entry-level navigator.
IEMS Stylish IEMs provide maximum comfort
NOT for the average consumer, the Ultimate Ears Super.Fi 5vi will change the way you listen to music.
Mobiles Nokia slide mobile does the basics well
IT'S back to basics with the Nokia 2680, which offers some features but is considerably lacking in comparison to other entry-level mobiles.
GPS A GPS without the expensive pricetag
IT looks and feel tacky, but the Kogan EziNav GPS is a great navigator for those on a budget
Smartphones Feature-packed Samsung smartphone underwhelming
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BOASTING every feature under the sun, the Samsung INNOV8 is the jack of all trades in the smartphone arena.
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