Connected Women - The Latest Technology News, Latest Releases, Reviews, Contests and Giveaways

Home

Technology Dad will love
By Claire Moffat

It’s been a long time since a tie and a bottle of aftershave was de rigueur as a Father’s Day gift. Today our mates are hoping for something not only a lot more ‘cool’ but with a certain degree of bragging power. While we can’t giftwrap the latest Porsche for you, ConnectedWomen is here to help with our inaugural Father’s Day technology gift guide. Read More

Breaking News

We’re off to see Dr Chopra
Posted on: Tuesday, 26 August 2008

ConnectedWomen and BioPro Technology are hosting four subscribers to a red carpet evening with Dr Deepak Chopra on Wednesday, September 3. ... Read More

Sony puts women front and centre in brand marketing
Posted on: Tuesday, 26 August 2008

Sony Australia’s brand marketing team is getting a makeover with the appointments of three new executives, all from outside the company. The positions include a brand and channel marketing manager, digital business manager and senior brand manager for BRAVIA LCD TV. ... Read More

Fantastic Noodles Pimp My Kettle campaign
Posted on: Tuesday, 26 August 2008

Fantastic Noodles has put the kettle to the metal to bring you Pimp My Kettle! The instant noodle company has created a fun kettle creation craze- which is also raising money for Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off The Streets charity. ... Read More

View all Breaking News

A Note From

Claire Moffat

CEO, ConnectedWomen

Do you want to be left behind?
I hope that the readers of this column don’t hold the idea that I am some all wise and knowing techno “gadget girl”. Far from it - just like you I often need to propel myself into the learning curve of new technology rather than embrace it eagerly.

Why bother?

Read More

HOT PRODUCTS


Canon’s new laser printer Read more	Palsonic 'Made for iPod' range Read more	USB mini vacuum Read more	New Philips Soundbar Read more

Power Poll

Have you upgraded your TV for a special event such as the Olympics?
Yes. I've bought a new LCD TV.
Yes. I've bought a new plasma TV.
No; I've already upgraded to a LCD or plasma TV.
Not yet; I'm satisfied with my current TV.

Submit Survey View Results

Time to get a...?

Blu-ray Disc player?

So, you keep hearing about this new product or technology, but you don't know what it's all about, or if it's for you. ConnectedWomen is here to help! In this edition, we ask: Is it time to get a Blu-ray Disc player?
... Read More

What's the Big Deal?

We find the best deals and competitions on offer from Australian consumer-electronics suppliers and retailers.

Play Bing Lee's LCD-A-THON to win a Samsung 101cm integrated full HD LCD TV valued at $2499 RRP! Hands up who wants a new LCD? Bing Lee is offering you the chance to win a Samsung 101cm integrated full high definition LCD TV valued at $2499 RRP!

>> View more deals

Ask Ms Connected

Our resident technology expert

Q: Dear Ms Connected,

When looking for new appliances I’m noticing more and more have “energy ratings”. Does the energy rating of my appliances really make that much of a difference?

Fran K., Gladstone, QLD.

>> View the answer!

During August and September, Connected and Samsung are giving away a swag of the latest Pebble DVD Players which converts the resolution of ordinary DVDs to HD. The latest winner of the Pebble was Museum of Contemporary Art human resources manager Dee Brown. Dee (right) attended the monthly Network Central businesswomens breakfast at the Tea Room in Sydney's Queen Victoria Building yesterday and was presented with the Pebble by Network Central managing director, Kim McGuiness.

Watch the Bravia bunnies!

My Favourite Appliance

ConnectedWomen isn't just about news you can use. It's about winning fabulous prizes in our quick, easy and FREE fortnightly competitions.

We all have a favourite gadget and yours could make you a winner! Simply write what your favourite personal care appliance is in 100 words or less and you could win a great prize.

This issue's prize

Heidi Yi

Two lucky winners will receive Heidi's book.

Two lucky ConnectedWoman will win books by fellow ConnectedWomen subscriber, Heidi Yi.

Heidi is an accomplished makeup artist and her new book, Pro Make up by Heidi, is a simple guide to all things beauty.

Click here to learn more about the prize, and how to enter the competition.