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Pick the right fitness device -- for gym members
Friday, 5 April, 2013 If you spend a lot of time at the gym, odds are your workouts involve weights, equipment, or classes. A heart rate monitor and workout tracking applications are the best go-to gadget options for gym members. If you’re looking to get high tech about your workout, here are some of our suggestions.
How to pick the right fitness device for runners
Thursday, 28 March, 2013 | 1 comment You want to get in better shape, and there are certainly enough electronic gadgets available that aim to help you get the job done. But that's not necessarily a good thing. The dizzying array of options catering to different budgets, objectives, or personal preferences can stop you in the tracks, even when picking out a seemingly simple device.
Find the Perfect... Laptop
Sunday, 9 December, 2012 Before you go shopping for a laptop PC, dedicate a few minutes to thinking about exactly what you’ll need from your new laptop — and how you’ll be using it once you take it home.
Find the perfect... HDTV
Saturday, 8 December, 2012 We look at how to buy a high-definition TV that suits your needs.
Find the Perfect... Smartphone
Friday, 7 December, 2012 Today’s phones let you send and receive email and text messages, surf the web, and play music and videos. And there’s no time like the present to buy a new one, whether it be the newest iPhone to an Android superphone to a business-friendly Windows Phone.
Find the Perfect... Printer
Thursday, 6 December, 2012 What are the must-have features in today's inkjet multifunction printers? The most important ones involve connectivity and paper-handling options.
Find the perfect... Tablet
Wednesday, 5 December, 2012 Tablets are becoming almost as essential as smartphones. Here’s a survey of what to look for in these devices.
Find the perfect... Camera
Tuesday, 4 December, 2012 With the rise of smartphones as everyday photography devices, cameras have had to evolve quickly to compete, and you now have many more types of cameras to choose from.
Find the perfect... All-In-One PC
Monday, 3 December, 2012 Our definitive guide to what you should look for when shopping for an All-in-One PC.
How to know when it's time to replace your router
Tuesday, 9 October, 2012 | 2 comments How's your home network these days?
Choose the right graphics card
Thursday, 23 August, 2012 Modern graphics cards are intimidating, hulking beasts in a world of increasingly tiny PC components. Here's how to go about picking one for your system.
How to choose a new PC case
Friday, 10 August, 2012 If you aren't a dedicated PC builder, the last thing you probably think about is your PC case. Here's what to look for, and how to move your current gear over to a new chassis.
Buyer's Guide: Budget desktop system - June
Friday, 15 June, 2012 | 3 comments We spec the components for a capable system under $1000
World Without Wires: Wireless Networking
Tuesday, 1 February, 2011 Besides your computer(s), there are so many devices now that can help simplify your life, or just bring enjoyment, without messy cables.
Portable World: Laptops
Monday, 24 January, 2011 Not too long ago, a giant, clunky laptop was your only entry into the world of portable computing.
The Bigger Picture: Projectors
Thursday, 20 January, 2011 Looking to supersize your home theatre experience? With projectors, you can get close to the drama of an HD movie or feel the spine-tingling tension as you take your opponents on in a game of hand-to-hand combat. Not all projectors are created equal, however, and with an enormous image, you’ll be less forgiving of skewed angles and ghosting. Here’s your guide to high-def heaven.
Back It Up: External Storage
Thursday, 20 January, 2011 The world is definitely digital and filled with content for you to enjoy on your TV, your laptop, your tablet, and even your computer. Forget DVDs and CDs, they’re best as retro decoration.
Bling It On: Accessories
Thursday, 20 January, 2011 Accessories used to be those little things that cranked you slightly over budget and cluttered up your desk. Now, you can get accessories to make your life easier, customise your look and make your electronic world a happier, more comfortable place.In the Frame: Tablets
Thursday, 20 January, 2011 Ever since the iPad, more tablets have come onto the market, providing a whole new middle ground between smartphones and PCs. But Apple aren’t the only makers of great tablets, there are several options available, as well as shiny new e-readers for books.Motion Picture: Digital Video Cameras
Thursday, 20 January, 2011 Digital video cameras have evolved a lot in the past couple of years. You can now buy them in almost any size, colour or style and the technology that goes into these cameras just keeps getting more impressive. Follow our advice to find the perfect camera to suit your budget and expertise.MOST POPULAR
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