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  • Packard Bell dot m/a notebook . Hardware, Laptops, Netbooks, Packard Bell, Packard Bell dot ma, Acer Aspire One 751 0

    Packard Bell dot m/a notebook

    3.5 An AMD netbook (ish) 31 August 2009 10:06 GMT
    The Good
    Screen resolution, software bundle, 3G modem option
    The Bad
    Keyboard not great, battery life, screen reflection (for mobile use)
    Verdict
    Closer to a low-powered notebook than a netbook, the dot m/a will suit those looking for a compact machine for general low demand computing tasks
  • Apple OS X Snow Leopard - Mac. Software, Mac software, Apple, Snow Leopard, Operating Systems 0

    Apple OS X Snow Leopard - Mac

    4.5 New OS or just an update? 28 August 2009 21:46 GMT
    The Good
    Speed improvements in core features, price, some neat tweaks
    The Bad
    Some might question having to pay for it, needs third party application updates for full benefits to come through
    Verdict
    We'd like to think that Apple was in the position with Leopard to apply an "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mentality and that's what Snow Leopard feels like. It makes Leopard run like you think it should be running. For us, that's enough, we like the changes, but we’ll forgive the cynics who see this as a simple update
  • AXbo Sleep Phase alarm clock . Gadgets, Alarm clocks, aXbo Sleep Phase, aXbo 0

    AXbo Sleep Phase alarm clock

    3.5 Will this wake you up on the right side of bed? 28 August 2009 16:00 GMT
    The Good
    Pretty, does what it promises, lots of science
    The Bad
    Really expensive, software needs work
    Verdict
    Great alarm clock, but it doesn't come cheap
  • The Damned United - DVD . Home Cinema, DVD 0

    The Damned United - DVD

    3.0 Beautiful game. Beautiful people? 28 August 2009 12:07 GMT
    The Good
    It’s beautifully filmed and well cast
    The Bad
    Moments in the script let the whole thing down, undermining the gravitas of the entire story
    Verdict
    The Damned United has lost much of the compelling sadness that undermines the novel but it’s still solid viewing for anyone who has a soft spot for the big man
  • Samsung Reclaim mobile phone . Phones, Mobile phones, Samsung, Samsung reclaim, 2 megapixels 0

    Samsung Reclaim mobile phone

    3.5 Can you be green and productive? 28 August 2009 10:28 GMT
    The Good
    Eco credentials, easy to use, basic and simple
    The Bad
    QWERTY keyboard hard to use, no Wi-Fi
    Verdict
    The Samsung Reclaim for us is a step in the right direction, but when push comes to shove, it's unlikely to bend you away from the handset you've got currently
  • Toshiba Satellite A500-11U notebook . Hardware, Laptops, Toshiba, Toshiba Satellite A500-11U 0

    Toshiba Satellite A500-11U notebook

    4.0 Looking for a multimedia notebook? 27 August 2009 9:31 GMT
    The Good
    Good quality, impressive feature-set, backlit keyboard, powerful
    The Bad
    Low resolution screen
    Verdict
    Offering impressive quality and comfort, this feature-packed media centre offers excellent performance, and is a great choice that the whole family can enjoy
  • FoxNav Mobile Navigation for BlackBerry . Car And GPS, GPS, Jentro, BlackBerry, Mobile phone apps, Phones, FoxNav Mobile Navigation 0

    FoxNav Mobile Navigation for BlackBerry

    3.0 Will this get you from A to BB? 26 August 2009 16:56 GMT
    The Good
    Clear and loud instructions, eco option to stop you using lots of data, website syncing
    The Bad
    Address searching is lacking, contact integration doesn't work well, draws heavily on battery
    Verdict
    For some the clear driving instructions will be worth the cost and the convenience of having navigation all in one device. For others, the poor performance of some features might make FoxNav a little disappointing
  • Canon Pixma MP540 all-in-one printer . Printers, Canon, Canon Pixma MP540 0

    Canon Pixma MP540 all-in-one printer

    4.5 Looking for an affordable all-in-one? 26 August 2009 16:00 GMT
    The Good
    Great photo and general print quality, price
    The Bad
    A bit slow, mono scan quality not great
    Verdict
    The prints are high-quality and the overall performance from this Canon is very impressive for the price
  • Sony PRS-600 Reader Touch Edition ebook - First Look . Gadgets, ebooks, Sony, Sony Reader Touch Edition, First Look 0

    Sony PRS-600 Reader Touch Edition ebook - First Look

    0.0 Are the days of the paperback finally over? 26 August 2009 12:11 GMT
    The Good
    Open standard, touchscreen, note taking, free library loans
    The Bad
    Still expensive, no wireless or 3G connectivity
    Verdict
    The reasonable price point and open standard approach mean this is likely to be a killer success when it hits stores in the coming months
  • Philips PET744 portable DVD player . Home Cinema, DVD players, DVD, Philips, Philips PET744 0

    Philips PET744 portable DVD player

    4.0 Portable player with promise? 26 August 2009 9:00 GMT
    The Good
    Swivel screen mount, car kit included, 6 hours battery life, anti-glare screen
    The Bad
    Build quality not brilliant, limited file support
    Verdict
    Whilst we aren't entirely sold on the build quality, we like the practicality of the swivel screen design and the considerate steps taken by Philips to make the PET744 user friendly
  • Klipsch Image S4 headphones . Audio, Headphones, Klipsch, Klipsch Image S4 0

    Klipsch Image S4 headphones

    4.0 Solid step-up stereo sound 25 August 2009 16:00 GMT
    The Good
    Decent sounding series of bangs for your buck
    The Bad
    Not wonderful high end notes and little in the way of presentation
    Verdict
    A great set of 'phones for the cash but a step-up in sound quality is only a few quid round the corner
  • Nikon D3000 DSLR camera . Cameras, DSLR cameras, Nikon, Nikon D3000, 10 megapixels 0

    Nikon D3000 DSLR camera

    4.0 Does Nikon's new entry-level DLSR steal the limelight? 25 August 2009 12:00 GMT
    The Good
    Small, lightweight yet sturdy construction, reliable results and responsive in operation, intuitive to use with or without Intelligent Guide deployed
    The Bad
    No Live View option, no movies of any description, no built-in anti-shake
    Verdict
    Though some may find Nikon’s implementation of an on-board help guide with large print text and bright graphics on the D3000 patronising, there’s no denying it’s a clever way to widen its traditionally specialist user base and attract new converts – even if we did miss use of Live View when attempting shots from otherwise tricky angles on occasion
  • Toshiba 37RV635D television . Home Cinema, Televisions, LCD televisions, Toshiba, Toshiba 37RV635D 0

    Toshiba 37RV635D television

    4.0 Does Resolution+ save the day? 25 August 2009 9:00 GMT
    The Good
    Resolution+-assisted pictures, connections, operating system
    The Bad
    HD pictures without Resolution+, sound from on-board speakers
    Verdict
    Decent features, plentiful connections and a reasonable price tag make this worth a look, but keep Resolution+ turned on for the best pictures
  • Olympus Mju 7010 digital camera . Cameras, Compact cameras, Olympus, Digital cameras, 12 megapixels, Olympus Mju 7010 0

    Olympus Mju 7010 digital camera

    3.0 Is this 12MP pocket snapper truly magical? 24 August 2009 19:41 GMT
    The Good
    User friendly operation, solid construction, portably pocket sized, quick and responsive for the most part
    The Bad
    Still images are flat and dull in appearance straight out of the camera (if not utilising magic effects filters), with loss of focus towards frame edges when shooting at maximum wide angle. No HD movies, which seems amiss when similarly priced rivals are offering this
    Verdict
    The Mju 7010 misses out on the latest must-have of HD video, but makes up in part by incorporating a 7x optical zoom and fun effects filters. Shame then that image quality is below par and in many other respects this model feels simply average
  • Nokia 6303 Classic mobile phone . Phones, Mobile phones, Nokia, Nokia 6303 Classic 0

    Nokia 6303 Classic mobile phone

    4.0 Another classic from Nokia? 24 August 2009 13:13 GMT
    The Good
    Build quality, price, easy to use, great keyboard, bundled 1GB microSD card
    The Bad
    Hardware spec a little lacking for more demanding users
    Verdict
    If calling and texting is the mainstay of your mobile use, with the occasional photo here and there, then the Nokia 6303 Classic might just fit the bill
  • Asus Eee PC 1005HA notebook. Hardware, Laptops, Netbooks, Asus, Asus Eee PC 1005HA 0

    Asus Eee PC 1005HA notebook

    4.0 Does a smaller Seashell impress? 24 August 2009 9:33 GMT
    The Good
    Larger "92%" keyboard, multi-function mouse touch pad, new netbook design
    The Bad
    Lower than expected battery life on this SKU, processor too low powered for HD video
    Verdict
    The redesigned netbook is a winner and will attract new customers who previously were put off by netbooks bulkier cheap looking design
  • Ricoh GR Digital Mk III digital camera. Cameras, Compact cameras, Digital cameras, Ricoh, 10 megapixels, Ricoh GR Digital Mk III 0

    Ricoh GR Digital Mk III digital camera

    4.5 Is this the enthusiast's compact? 21 August 2009 16:37 GMT
    The Good
    Superb magnesium-alloy build, compact and lightweight, excellent handling, great image quality, excellent lens, comprehensive level of specification
    The Bad
    Large screen hampered in brighter conditions - viewing becomes difficult, no built-in optical viewfinder, pop-up flash position means errant fingers can inadvertently hinder it, Mode dial’s lock fiddly to use
    Verdict
    The Ricoh GR Digital Mk III follows on from the popular GR Mk I and Mk II where many professional and enthusiast snappers had found a quality compact “home”. The new Mk III has a new, faster, lens, much improved resolution LCD and new image engine and has great image quality pouring from every pixel
  • In The Loop - DVD . Home Cinema, DVD 0

    In The Loop - DVD

    4.0 A Britcom hit? 21 August 2009 12:00 GMT
    The Good
    The greatest collection of one-liners ever assembled – and the incomparable Malcolm Tucker
    The Bad
    James Gandolfini’s presence feels little more than a decorative bauble
    Verdict
    Savvy, cool, funny, hugely likable and utterly memorable, In The Loop is must-viewing for anybody with even the vaguest passing interest in Britcoms
  • Emtec Movie Cube P800 . Home Cinema, Storage, EMTEC, Hardware, Freeview, Emtec Movie Cube P800, Media streaming 0

    Emtec Movie Cube P800

    2.0 Can Emtec connect your TV? 21 August 2009 9:44 GMT
    The Good
    Analogue and Digital Tuners, lots of output options and cables provided, support for network, SD and external drives, ample 250GB of storage, easily modified thanks to open Linux shell
    The Bad
    Slow and unresponsive, security concerns with open Linux shell, no record option in EPG, no support for WMV, frustrating to use
    Verdict
    The Emtec Movie Cube P800 is great on paper and appears to offer great value for money. The reality is that it is slow, poorly designed and incredibly frustrating to use
  • Sony Walkman NWZ-X1050 MP3 player . Audio, MP3 players, Sony, Sony Walkman NWZ-X1050, Apple iPod touch 0

    Sony Walkman NWZ-X1050 MP3 player

    4.0 A viable iPod touch competitor? 20 August 2009 14:49 GMT
    The Good
    Sound quality, screen, build quality
    The Bad
    Web browsing doesn't really impress, noise cancellation might not suit everyone, price
    Verdict
    Impressive audio quality and interesting design is prevented from lofty aims by offering more than the screen size can really handle
  • HTC Snap mobile phone . Phones, Mobile phones, HTC, Windows Mobile, HTC Snap 0

    HTC Snap mobile phone

    3.5 Want a budget Win Mob QWERTY handset? 20 August 2009 10:26 GMT
    The Good
    Super Long battery life, light, slim design to the handset, Inner Circle email function
    The Bad
    Very basic version of Windows Mobile, not enough space between keys
    Verdict
    Although it’s not pitched at the consumer world, more and more people need the use of a decent QWERTY keyboard phone and at decent price – the HTC Snap could very well be that handset
  • Navigon MobileNavigator for iPhone. Car And GPS, GPS, Navigon, iPhone, Apple, Mobile phone apps, Phones, Navigon MobileNavigator 0

    Navigon MobileNavigator for iPhone

    4.0 Can your phone help you home? 19 August 2009 12:00 GMT
    The Good
    Easy to use, plenty of POI, plenty of route options
    The Bad
    Won't just give you a list of instructions for when the iPhone GPS fails (which it will), can't do much with the phone while in use
    Verdict
    The Navigon MobileNavigator keeps up its end of the bargain with a simple to use software application that will get you from A to B with the minimal of fuss
  • Dell Latitude E5400 notebook . Hardware, Laptops, Dell, Dell Latitude E5400 0

    Dell Latitude E5400 notebook

    4.0 Affordable corporate machine? 19 August 2009 9:24 GMT
    The Good
    Good value for money, outstanding keyboard, good screen and quality
    The Bad
    Looks dull, bulky, lacks the high-end feel of more expensive machines
    Verdict
    Offering robust build quality and an excellent keyboard, the Latitude E5400 is made for daily use, and is a comfortable work partner. Support for older peripherals also makes it a great choice for businesses
  • Canon Pixma MP630 all-in-one printer . Printers, Canon, Canon Pixma MP630 0

    Canon Pixma MP630 all-in-one printer

    4.5 A perfect all-rounder? 18 August 2009 16:00 GMT
    The Good
    Well made, easy to use, fantastic photo quality, fast
    The Bad
    No wireless connection
    Verdict
    Fantastic quality all-in-one device that excels in all areas the MP630 is particularly good with photo output though basic printing is also excellent
  • Krups Citrus Expert ZX 7000 juicer. Home And Kitchen, Kitchen gadgets, Krups, Krups Citrus Expert ZX 7000 0

    Krups Citrus Expert ZX 7000 juicer

    4.5 For serious citrus fans 18 August 2009 12:00 GMT
    The Good
    Exceptional juicing, effortless operation, great looks and bombproof build quality
    The Bad
    Cleaning’s a chore, expensive for a one trick pony
    Verdict
    If you’ll use it every day, the Krups is a sound investment – it’s by far the best citrus juicer we’ve ever used; just be prepared for the sticky hands and endless cleaning
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