Ask the expert: Game consoles

Q. I’m keen on downloading cheaper console games, rather than buying them off the shelf. Out of PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii which machine is best for downloadable games?

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Ask the expert: Xbox 360 media streaming queries answered

Q. I read your tutorial on how to stream movies from Xbox to PC, but what’s the best way to encode my movies and is there a simple way to manage them all?

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Top tips for picking the ultimate gaming TV

Not all TVs are made equal, and if you’re choosing a brand new screen with gaming in mind, there’re a few specialist features you should look out for.

Don’t be bamboozled by the terminology though, follow our simple guide and you’ll have picked the perfect purchase and be plugging in your console in no time.

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Top 50 Xbox 360 games dissected

Thanks to some recent price-trimming, Microsoft’s Xbox 360 is now the most affordable of all the next-gen consoles. But don’t take that as a sign it’s underpowered – the 360 has more great-looking hi-def games than the much pricier PS3, plus in Xbox LIVE the best online service around.

If you’ve just dropped some cash on an Xbox 360, you’re probably on the prowl for some killer games. So we figured we’d delve into the Top 50 and pick out some real stunners – so you don’t have to.
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How to squeeze more high-quality movies onto your PSP

Your PSP can play back full-screen feature films with the minimum fuss, but packing its memory with movies takes a little skill and smart preparation.

Learn how to squeeze the most from Sony’s portable multimedia hero here…

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