TECHNOLOGY REVIEWS

Suitable for indoors and outdoors, the stackable and ultra stylish Log Chair from Chairbiz has it all. Designed by Dario Delphin to withstand the harsh Australian climate, it's constructed from a lightweight steel-rod frame and woven PVC rope.

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You no longer need to leave the couch to enjoy the cinema experience – the Joybee GP1 Mini Projector by BenQ brings the movies to your own walls. It’s compact with easy-to-navigate touch controls, and offers superb picture and sound quality. Packed with advanced features such as wall-colour correction, built-in 2W speaker and 20,000+ hours of light life, it also uses 30 per cent less power than a traditional projector due to its mercury-free LED back-lit screen, $999. For stockists, visit www.benq.com.au.

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SONY VAIO L SERIES ALL-IN-ONE TOUCH-SCREEN PC, $2999

• Multi-touch optical sensor display

• Slim and stylish all-in-one design which requires only 19 cm of depth on your desk

• Large 24 inch, Full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel display

• Blu-ray combo drive allows you to watch Blu-ray discs in supreme high definition quality

• Internal digital/analogue hybrid tuner makes viewing TV broadcasts in your area is easier than ever

For stockists, visit www.sony.com.au

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SONY 46” BRAVIA WE5 LCD TV, $2499

• Presence sensor that automatically turns off the TV when no one is detected in the room.

• Awarded five energy stars and consumes less power than two typical (75W) light bulbs.

• Energy saving switch.

• Ambient light-sensor technology is incorporated to automatically adjust picture settings based on the viewing environment, thereby maintaining optimal brightness and conserving energy.

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REVO IKON MULTI-FORMAT DIGITAL RADIO, $699
• Touchscreen DAB+ and Internet radio with dock for iPhone.
• High sensitivity DAB+ digital radio with easy access to over 11,000 Internet radio stations.
• iPod docking functionality with full control and charging and wirelessly stream music from your PC or MAC.
• Advanced Internet radio with Wi-Fi and wired LAN.
• NXT balanced radiator speaker technology and optical digital out connector.
For stockists, visit www.revo.net.au.

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Be part of the digital radio revolution and hear the difference with the OXX Digital Classic DAB+ digital radio, a beautifully crafted Scandinavian-designed unit with superbly engineered audio quality. Listen to your favourite stations as well as digital-only ones, Internet stations and worldwide podcasts and make the most of digital quality sound, interference-free reception and intelligent data functionality. The scrolling display allows you to receive information on screen about the song playing as well as weather forecasts and news headlines, from $299.

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Set in a stunning piano-black finish, the Sharp LC-40LB700X is a 40in LED backlight LCD TV with an integrated Blu-ray player. No more messy cable connections laying around and with a single remote you can play Blu-ray, DVD and CD discs. The integration of an X-Gen Panel with advanced pixel control and LED for enhanced effect provides crystal clear and crisp images, and a superior level of picture quality and brightness, $3299. For stockists, visit www.sharp.net.au.

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Evaporative air conditioners, like this Bonaire model, cool the home using the fresh air system. Warm air is drawn from outside through a water moistened filter that cools and cleans the air then circulates it, forcing stale air out through open doors and windows. The cooling process is completely natural, making it ideal for sufferers of hayfever and asthma. Whole-of-home ducted evaporative air conditioners have low running and installation costs, reasonable purchase price, little noise and low greenhouse gas emissions.

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Introducing the new NAD Masters Series M2 Direct Digital Amplifier – a completely new concept in digital-amplifi cation technology that provides a new level in high-end audio reproduction. With incredible clarity, class-leading detail and startling power, this stunning piece of electronics redefines what an amplifier is capable of. RRP $6999. For stockists, visit www.nad.com.au.

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It’s always wonderful to unwind to music and play some tunes while entertaining guests, and now you can do it in style with TEAC’s new CX6i iPod Dock Clock, which comes in an elegant wooden finish – no more of that clinical-looking white and silver! Featuring a dual alarm function, the CX6i also recharges your iPod while it plays. $99.99. For stockists, visit www.teac.com.au.

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