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Coffeemaker automatically orders refills

By Brian Krepshaw | July 5th, 2012

The Nespresso Zenius keeps track of coffee capsule usage and automatically places a reorder when necessary.

How a microwave oven works

By Michelle Starr | July 3rd, 2012

Ever wondered exactly how a microwave oven heats your food? EngineerGuy Bill Hammack has you covered.

Smart home of the future faces hurdles

By Brian Krepshaw | July 2nd, 2012

The "home of the future" is on the way. But how long will it take to get here?

Dyson DC40 Allergy

By Michelle Starr | June 27th, 2012

Whether you have allergies or just like a really, really clean floor, the Dyson DC40 will make sure every nook and cranny is pet-hair and dust-mite free. 2

Fisher & Paykel Pilairo CPAP mask: road test

By Joseph Hanlon | June 22nd, 2012

For many Australians, CPAP is a nightly necessity, but it's far from elegant. We test Fisher & Paykels new one-size-fits-all nasal pillow Pilairo, and compare it with a standard nasal mask.

DIY: home surveillance with IP network cameras

By David Braue | June 21st, 2012

Are your plans to install web-enabled home-security cameras wasting away in the too-hard basket? We take you through the process of installing these cams, from cabling to monitoring them on your iPhone. 5

CNET Australia's DIY Week

By Joseph Hanlon | June 18th, 2012

Engaging with tech needn't be expensive and mindboggling. All this week, we'll be looking at our favourite tips, tricks, guides and hacks to make your digital life easier and much more exciting.

DIY cable-tidy solutions

By Michelle Starr | June 18th, 2012

Cables. They're the bane of our lives. If your workstation resembles a writhing Lovecraftian horror, check out these DIY solutions to making your space liveable. 2