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  • Sun makes play for games market

    Sun Microsystems hopes to open new frontiers for its Java technology by spinning off a division dedicated to pushing the programming language into computer and video games.

  • The beginning of the end of Java as we know it?

    Though the two companies appear to be cooperating more, especially in the area of Web services, the desires of IBM and Microsoft to vanquish one another should not be underestimated.

  • New Sun unit plans technology partnerships

    Sun Microsystems will launch a new business unit next week to sell hardware and software that other companies can embed into their own technology products.

  • What .NET actually means for CIOs

    You've seen hype, and more hype, about Microsoft's .NET Framework, but may be in the dark on what the system means for CIOs. As columnist Tim Landgrave explains, the bottom line is that .NET equals lower costs.

  • Why the network will be the next computer

    This year's US-based NetWorld+Interop 2002 clarified the industry's push toward a global, unified network infrastructure, based on Internet protocols. The writing is on the wall: Go IP or you'll wind up on a dead end.

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  • Sun to expand unusual pricing model

    After being promoted to the No. 2 job at Sun Microsystems, Jonathan Schwartz begins spreading his unconventional pricing plans from the software group to the rest of the company.

  • Sun's open-source gamble

    Company president Jonathan Schwartz has ordered an open-source makeover. Can it put Sun back on the right course after continuous periods of revenue decline?

  • What .NET actually means for CIOs

    You've seen hype, and more hype, about Microsoft's .NET Framework, but may be in the dark on what the system means for CIOs. As columnist Tim Landgrave explains, the bottom line is that .NET equals lower costs.

  • What next for the Internet?

    Despite showing occasional signs of strain, the Internet has become an integral part of all kinds of business and consumer technologies. How will it change in the years ahead to meet with new demands? We identify some key areas to watch out for.

Reviews (11)

  • Sony Ericsson K300i

    Sony Ericsson's K300i is an easy to use, inexpensive phone with a modest range of features including a VGA camera, infrared port and a media player. Read our Australian review to find out more.

  • Sony Ericsson K700i

    Sony Ericsson's K700i is a stylish little phone with a top notch interface and a host of features to keep you entertained while staying connected.

  • NEC e616

    A high-end handset from 3, the NEC e616 is capable of making video calls, sending video messages, downloading music/games and playing multimedia files. Read our Australian review.

  • Siemens SX1

    Siemens mixes business with pleasure with the SX1 -- a smart phone which isn't just a pretty face. Read our Australian review.

  • Samsung E590

    Samsung's teeny tiny E590 packs a whole lot of features into a fuss-free candy bar model.

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