While it's a good entry-level home theatre system, the Samsung HT-XQ100 isn't ideal for bass-hungry users.

We're happy to recommend the Terratec Noxon iRadio, a neat and compact music-streaming and Internet radio device rolled into one. It's incredibly easy to get up and running and a pleasure to use. The only potential problem will be deciding what to listen to.

While the lack of HDMI and a tower case design are sore points, the m8090a is nonetheless a solid media centre PC. It offers more than enough power to perform most tasks and even packs in some grunt for playing games.

The DVD-37 is a good fit for a high-end home entertainment system. Those who can afford it won't be disappointed by its quality.

Despite a few faults, the LST-6100P comes good in the end, giving users access to the full digital TV experience.

Users putting together a high-end home entertainment system should definitely check out these speakers. They produce clear sound and a heck of a lot of bass.

Although we feel it could do more, Apple TV is a simple and effective way to get content from your PC or Mac into your lounge room.

Finding any faults with this unit is nearly impossible. If you can afford it, it comes very highly recommended.

More manufacturers should be following Panasonic's example with the DMR-EX85. A truly outstanding product, the omission of a time shift buffer is the only feature preventing this unit from being a near-perfect purchase.

The Acer Aspire E700 Model S manages to work on both levels, as a PC and as a media centre. It has some upgrade potential, but the configuration we tested will easily handle a wide variety of functions.

If you need a universal remote that's fairly easy to use, supports thousands of devices and looks attractive to boot, you may want to check out the Logitech 1000i.

If you're not overly worried about audio quality, and are looking for a simple and attractive way to play your iPod on speakers, then the Philips MCM108D provides a very affordable answer.