Ben Pitt
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Cyberlink PowerDirector 9 Ultra64 review
Software
Much faster and more refined than before, PowerDirector is now well equipped for demanding as well as casual use
Sony Alpha SLT-A33L review
Cameras DSLRsPacked with innovative features, but some of these have drawbacks as well as advantages.
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS review
Cameras Compact camerasAn affordable compact ultra-zoom camera that delivers the goods – as long as you can put up with the bulky design and AA batteries.
Canon Ixus 1000 HS review
Cameras Compact camerasIt’s not perfect, but with the best photo and video quality we’ve seen from a pocket-sized ultra-zoom camera, it’s an obvious Best Buy.
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj review
Cameras Compact camerasWe like the idea of a projector-camera hybrid, but the reality is less appealing – the touchscreen is fiddly and image quality is poor.
Pentax K-r with DAL 18-55mm review
Cameras DSLRsWith breakneck performance, friendly controls, tons of features and remarkably little image noise, we’re won over by this keenly priced SLR.
Samsung HT-C6930 review
Home cinema systems TVsPacked with almost every conceivable feature but sound quality doesn't quite live up to the price
Adobe Premiere Elements 9 review
SoftwareThe improved preview performance is welcome, as are the new effects, but Premiere Elements still lacks polish and feels unwieldy
Sony Vegas Pro 10 review
SoftwareSome interesting new features but there’s not quite enough here to justify the price
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T99 review
Cameras Compact camerasThe smart design and touchscreen aren’t enough to make up for poor image quality.