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Jeff Parsons

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• Samsung NX1000 review: a decent lightweight camera

  The Samsung NX1000 is the entry-level model in Samsung's latest generation of NX line compact system cameras (CSCs). With an RRP of £599 / US$699 / AU$649 (and a street price that's come down considerably since its launch), the plastic-bodied, 20.3 megapixel Samsung NX1000 is clearly aimed at photographers looking to take the next step with their photography and take more control over the picture-taking process. Key to the Samsung NX1000's rather impressive spec sheet for a camera of this class is ...
  
  

• Asus Taichi review: two screens are better than one

  Anything one screen can do, two screens can do better. Such is the thinking behind Asus's latest premium notebook-tablet hybrid, the Asus Taichi. The second screen fitted to the lid of the 1.25kg (2.76lbs) chassis enables you to turn this ultra-portable laptop into a tablet and take full advantage of the touch-optimised Windows 8 operating system. As with previous Asus products such as the Asus Zenbook Prime UX31Aor the Asus Transformer Pad Infinity, the Asus Taichi is a gorgeously designed with a tapered wedge that measures ...
  
  

• Nokia Lumia 820 review: the baby brother steps up

  The Nokia Lumia 820 isn't meant as the Finnish firm's flagship handset - that accolade belongs to the Lumia 920 - but this colourful Windows Phone 8 smartphone is impressive nonetheless. The Nokia Lumia 820 carries plenty of unique features and costs less than the Lumia 920, making it a tempting offer for anyone considering making the move to Microsoft's OS. It goes without saying Nokia is pinning a lot of hope on this phone. Apple'siPhone 5 and Samsung's Galaxy S3 are kicking up dust both in terms of ...