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Humax DTV

Unboxed and setup my new Humax digital TV at the weeked. So far, I am very pleased with it. It has twin Freeview tuners and plenty of scart sockets. More importantly for me is a VGA lead so I can plug in my laptop to show off my holiday pictures. The user interface is simple and functional. I quickly go into it as I also have a Humax PVR.

Nikon WiFi Camera's

Nikon have just announced the Coolpix P1 and Coolpix P2. Not only do they have an impressive range of photography features, but they also have WiFi so you can transfer your photos without wires. Unfortunately you can only transfer to your PC/MAC with Nikon software. If I could nip in to Starbucks and send it to my Flickr that would be even better.  These cameras should be in the shops at the end of September. I'll be down to Jessops in a flash.

When can I have Intel Viiv

Dear Santa.  I currently have a Humax Freeview PVR, a DVD play and Linksys WMA all going through my 5:1 amp. Watching any of these inputs elsewhere in the home is really difficult. I have just read about Intel Viiv which will allow a compliant PC to bring all my needs into one device and make it available around the home. I can't wait!!

"Intel Viiv technology is our first platform designed from the ground up for the digital home, where consumers are passionate about the idea of accessing their content anytime, anywhere in their home on a number of devices,"

Check you fruit first

Check your fruit before you eat. Just in case there is something horrible inside.  A London guy expected to find a tiny mouse rustling behind the TV in his apartment. Instead, he found a venomous giant centipede that somehow hitched a ride from South America to Britain.  (Photo AP)