Review Archive

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Sennheiser PC 300 G4ME headset
Is in-ear worth the money at home? 8 October 2009 12:00 GMT

The Good
Very comfortable, lovely dramatic audio quality, solid noise isolation

The Bad
Not ideal for MP3-players and the 3m cable can get a little tangled

Verdict
Excellent option for wired gaming
Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR digital camera
A viable all-in-one alternative to a DSLR? 8 October 2009 9:00 GMT

The Good
Sturdy construction, intuitive operation, broad focal range allows for a wider variety of creative choices

The Bad
Priced the same as an entry level DSLR (albeit cheaper than one coupled with a lens with the equivalent focal range), standard definition video

Verdict
A jack-of-all-trades super zoom that whilst it may not offer the broadest range on the market, offers one of the best builds and a distinctive feature set none the less
HTC HD2 - First Look
Multi-touch, Sense UI, 4.3-inch behemoth 7 October 2009 11:05 GMT

The Good
Power is evident, excellent design, staggering weather app, screen

The Bad
Might just be too big to use as a phone

Verdict
In the HTC HD2 you can see years of experience in dealing with Windows Mobile devices. The quality of the build and the construction, combined with HTC's Sense skin on Windows Mobile puts it a step ahead of rivals in this super screen size
Windows Mobile 6.5
Has Windows Mobile found its vibe? 7 October 2009 8:55 GMT

The Good
New homepage and honeycomb menu, MyPhone sync is great

The Bad
Dive into the menus and options and it is still that same old Windows Mobile, small button presses still require a stylus on occasion

Verdict
The choices are almost overwhelming, but cut to its core Windows Mobile 6.5 isn't drastically different from its predecessors. Having seen the stark difference between device performance today, it is clear that there will still be "good" and "bad" devices to choose from
HTC Touch2 mobile phone
A new era of Windows Phones? 6 October 2009 10:30 GMT

The Good
HTC additions resolve clunky Windows Mobile 6.5 issues, FM radio, compact

The Bad
Windows Mobile 6.5 still offers a poor user experience, screen not the best

Verdict
Windows Mobile 6.5 brings some superficial tweaks, but deep down the OS fails to deliver the experience of its rivals. The HTC Touch2 is well specced but doesn't bring the consumer joy that other devices do, but will suit some looking for a compact business device
TenBu Technologies nio Bluetooth security system
Will this keep your essentials safe? 6 October 2009 9:00 GMT

The Good
Easy to use, wirefree, control options

The Bad
nio tag isn't as loud as we’d like, you'll have to remember to keep the tag charged

Verdict
It might not be the physical deterrent that a cable lock would be, but its wire-free approach means you're much more likely to use it
Canon Pixma MX330 printer
Does this all-in-one impress? 5 October 2009 14:09 GMT

The Good
Cheap, decent specification

The Bad
Photo quality, bit slow

Verdict
Cheap and well specified, but alternatives have better photo quality for a similar price
Samsung N510 notebook
Want a netbook that can play HD content? 5 October 2009 9:11 GMT

The Good
Sharp, matt screen ideal for outdoor use, good 3D performance, excellent keyboard and design

The Bad
Bland, colours lack vibrancy

Verdict
A great all-rounder with a surprising amount of 3D power, excellent keyboard and good quality. One of Samsung’s best netbooks to date
BlackBerry Desktop Manager - Mac
Will this sync you up? 2 October 2009 18:00 GMT

The Good
Simple, free

The Bad
Lacks options for precise control, frequent sync failures, no individual section sync

Verdict
This is first generation software and for some we are sure it will work perfectly. For the rest, we have to hope that RIM support and update the software regularly to iron out the inevitable hiccups
Suunto t3c Black Arrow heart rate monitor
Will this help you "train smarter?" 2 October 2009 9:00 GMT

The Good
Training Effect guides your exercise, good solid connection of chest strap

The Bad
Display not the clearest, screen space not used in the most efficient way, strap feels a little cheap

Verdict
It works well enough, with the potential for expansion. If you're not interested in the PODs, you might find equal functions for less cash elsewhere
Motorola DEXT mobile phone
Android goes appmash crazy 1 October 2009 15:09 GMT

The Good
Social networks ready to roll, contacts integration, great display, generally nice and responsive

The Bad
Needs a software update to resolve lag, keyboard could be better, poor video capture

Verdict
Overall, the Motorola DEXT is a good addition to the Android portfolio, but can be bettered. It's good to see Motorola taking the initiative and providing consumers with the sort of device they'll want. And if it's a QWERTY Android handset you wnat, then it is well worth looking at
Norton AntiVirus 2010 - PC
A Norton a day keeps the viruses at bay? 1 October 2009 9:09 GMT

The Good
Range of innovative new features, fast and efficient scans, stylish new look, very easy to use

The Bad
Expensive

Verdict
Fast scan times, low system overheads and an intuitive and approachable new interface offer extra appeal and as such it’s difficult to think of a more capable "antivirus" product on the market