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Trend Micro Internet Security 2009 - PC review
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Will this keep you safe online?
3 December 2008 17:31 GMT
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Trend Internet Security 2009 is a security-only solution from the re-branded PC-Cillin, offering firewall, virus and malware protection as well as anti-spam, parental controls and intrusion and online protection. It’s worth mentioning that for an extra...
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SAD iStudio3 - PC review
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Will this convert your video for iPods?
1 December 2008 16:00 GMT
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As successful as the iPod and subsequent devices like the iPhone and Apple TV have been for the world’s most infamous innovator, it certainly knows how to frustrate by tying users to iTunes and in the case of video, the MP4 format.
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Gear4 CarDock FM "Follow Me" transmitter review
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Your in-car audio solution?
17 October 2008 16:00 GMT
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If you’re not willing or able to invest in a more permanent way to listen to an iPod through a car stereo then your best option is to pick up an FM transmitter. Experts are often reluctant to recommend such devices due to problems with interference and...
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Jaybird JB-200 Bluetooth headphones review
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Do big things come in small packages?
3 October 2008 9:00 GMT
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We’re a year or so ahead of products that can claim to be the world’s first in-ear Bluetooth headphones now, but not so far that companies can’t make a big deal of being the "world’s smallest". Jaybird is the latest to use this particular brand of advertising...
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Ad-Aware 2008 Pro - PC review
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A worthy upgrade from the freeware version?
9 September 2008 16:00 GMT
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Ad-Aware has been around for quite some time and due to the appeal of its free protection and scanning tools was the weapon of choice for many in the fight against malware. Over the years many other suites have begun to offer similar built-in protection,...
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DViCO TViX 6500a media streamer review
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A step ahead of the rest?
25 August 2008 14:00 GMT
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We’re big fans of media streamers here at Pocket-lint but are still waiting for the "streamer to end all streamers" to turn up so that we can put the whole issue to bed.
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MiShake portable media player review
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Will you want to shake it by the hand?
11 August 2008 12:00 GMT
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You could probably count on one hand the number of innovations designed to "revolutionise" a device that works perfectly well anyway that actually end up working. Take an MP3 player for example. Not since Apple and arguably iRiver have we seen a "different"...
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Intempo Rebel music sampling system review
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Beware the PopCatcher
4 August 2008 12:00 GMT
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There are a number of ways to build a collection of digital audio files for playback on a computer or portable device, but grabbing your favourite tunes from a radio station has never been particularly easy.
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Outpost Security Suite Pro 2009 – PC software review
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Is budget security worth the time?
31 July 2008 12:00 GMT
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If you're using a computer that's hooked up to the Internet it's essential that you're running some form of security, ideally a suite of tools that combines a range of ways to detect and remove threats. Outpost produces a straightforward solution that's...
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Alpine eX-10 iPod controller with Bluetooth review
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Want to iPod-up your car?
7 July 2008 12:00 GMT
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Alpine has really jumped on board the iPod and MP3 player bandwagon when it comes to in-car entertainment, and offers a range of head units that’ll allow you to connect your player to make your music collection accessible on the move.
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Hauppauge WinTV Nova-S-USB2 review
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Want Freesat on your PC?
17 June 2008 9:18 GMT
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With the recent launch of Freesat and the promise of a range of both standard and high definition channels helping it to gather momentum, we’re going to be keeping an eye out for devices that let you take advantage.
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Binatone T430 GPS receiver review
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Satnav? Check. Rear view camera? Check
29 May 2008 16:00 GMT
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Binatone has produced some tidy little satnavs in the past and while they don’t measure up to rivals like TomTom in terms of features and extras, are pretty adept on the road.
Its new T430 arrives with a bit of a twist. In the box you’re... -
Freecom Network MediaPlayer 450 review
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Need a media streamer with HDMI?
28 May 2008 12:00 GMT
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Freecom’s last foray into the media streaming market garnered mixed reviews from consumers, but we were impressed by the performance and straightforward operation of the MediaPlayer 350, even if it was on a little on the basic side in terms of extras.
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Sony NZW-A826 Walkman MP3 player review
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Does this Bluetooth Walkman impress?
27 May 2008 12:00 GMT
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Sony likes to adopt a bit of an elitist approach to the MP3 player market, refusing to bother itself with fancy extras like games, voice recorders and FM radios, but focusing instead on audio quality and getting the most from your music. It’s kind of...
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HANNspree Verona XM display review
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Want to brighten up your display?
1 May 2008 9:00 GMT
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Hannspree are active in both the LCD TV and computer monitor market, and following the trend of the majority of manufacturers in this area has produced its 22in Verona XM in mind of both. It’s a stylish little number finished in a sleek gloss piano black...
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Logitech Squeezebox Duet review
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Can this get your music from A to B?
26 March 2008 10:57 GMT
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We've seen some pretty capable audio streamers over the last few years, from Sonos’ excellent Digital Music System to Logitech's Wireless DJ and the Squeezebox 3.
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Illuminaire PLX318 review
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Can this replace Philips Ambilight?
11 February 2008 9:00 GMT
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We’ve made no secret of the fact that we love the Philips Ambilight technology and the impact it can add to an already impressively large screen.
If you’ve got a decent sized HD TV but are devoid of such wonders you might be left thinking... -
Philips 47PFL9632D LCD television review
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Is this the best Philips TV yet?
28 December 2007 11:00 GMT
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Philips has been known for producing some of the most dramatic and awe-inspiring screens in the HD business, in large due to the impact of its patented ambilight technology.
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LG HT762TZ Champagne Flute home cinema system review
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Worth popping a cork over?
19 December 2007 9:00 GMT
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LG continues to expand its range of HD-ready home cinema equipment with the attractively styled Champagne Flute 5.1 surround setup. Impressively you'll find a supplied amplifier/DVD player that upscales to 1080p and includes a built in FM radio and support...
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LG LF4275 LCD television review
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Worth the watch?
13 December 2007 11:00 GMT
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LG tends to stand a step or two behind the front runners when it comes to performance on its range of televisions, but you have to give it points for effort with a new range of LCDs offering full 1080p HD quality.
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Philips HTS8100 speakers review
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Is this the answer for your speakers
3 December 2007 13:00 GMT
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In an attempt to combine the appeal of a home cinema surround system and upscaling DVD player with sound projection technology Philips has produced the stylish HTS8100.
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Logic3 TX101 SoundStage speaker review
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Is this the one speaker to rule them all?
28 November 2007 13:00 GMT
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Logic3 has made a name for itself as a producer of iPod accessories and portable speakers, so has branched out somewhat with the release of the Logic3 TX101 SoundStage 5.1, a surround speaker in the same mould as the popular Yamaha YSP.
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Philips WACS7000 media streamer review
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Will this get your tunes around your house?
23 November 2007 14:32 GMT
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If we were to describe a typical piece of multimedia-based hardware from Philips in a sentence, you’d probably laud the consistently impressive build quality and style yet bemoan the often high price and omission of often important extra features. This...
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LG HT902TB speaker DVD system review
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Can LG impress with its 5.1 surround?
26 October 2007 11:00 GMT
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LG recently addressed the growing market for upscaling surround sound solutions with its HT902TB. This 5.1 arrangement also improves standard definition picture quality up to 1080i with the supplied DVD/amplifier unit and offers a total of 1000W of power....
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Evesham SoundStage X2 review
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Can you really turn your TV stand into a decent speaker?
19 October 2007 15:00 GMT
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Earlier this year Evesham revealed a rather enigmatic experiment with home cinema audio in the form of the SoundStage X1, a chunky TV stand that housed a range of built-in speakers.
After being rather abruptly discontinued, the technology...
Acer CloudMobile Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone set for MWC launch 4.3-inch award winner
Best iPhone utilities apps Resistance is futilities?
Samsung not worried by Apple iTV threat EXCLUSIVE: AV boss not concerned
HTC PlayStation certification devices coming 2012, time to get your Crash Bandicoot skills up to scratch EXCLUSIVE: Game on
Samsung Galaxy S III: Review of rumours, features, pictures and specs Thinner, faster, better
New HTC Ice Cream Sandwich device pictures leak Another one for the rumour pile...
Samsung O table is for the kitchen of the future Flexible hob
Nokia 700 Sleek and desirable Nokia
LG Miracle picture and details leak Update: More pictures from the wild
Google home entertainment device detailed WSJ solves device mystery
More leaked iPad 3 parts help form bigger picture - including Sharp Retina display iPad 3, in kit form
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) pictures and hands-on Up close with the ICS tablet
Tesla Model X SUV goes back to the future DeLorean lookalike announced
APP OF THE DAY: Tweetbot review (iPad) Should a Twitter app cost?
New Apple TV leaked in software update? iOS 5.1 says so
Panasonic Lumix GX1 review
The one?
Sony PlayStation Vita review
Curriculum Vita
Nokia Lumia 710 review
WP7 on a budget
GoPro HD Hero2 review
Amazing things come in small packages
HTC Explorer review
A phone for people who make calls
BlackBerry Torch 9810 review
Middle of the road
Sony Alpha A65 review
Affordable SLT. But is it a DSLR-beater?
BlackBerry Bold 9790 review
To boldly go where we've already been before
Fiat 500 TwinAir Plus review
Two-cylinder beast
Motorola MotoACTV review
Just add exercise
Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition review
Mini Xoom
BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9981 review
For the fast lane
Sennheiser IE80 review
Tune that bass
Kingston Wi-Drive review
Expand your storage
Huawei Ideos X3 review
Cheap but imperfect