http://apcmag.com/ APC Magazine covers the latest in computing with a critical, independent eye to help you make the most of your tech dollar. http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-seriously-affordable-allrounder-with-some-serious-power.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-seriously-affordable-allrounder-with-some-serious-power.htm

The 6B02tx has a powerful dedicated graphics card, and while the specs are standard for the category, it's a bargain for $672.]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:36:34 +1100 http://apcmag.com/graphics-performance-how-anti-aliasing-is-getting-smarter.htm http://apcmag.com/graphics-performance-how-anti-aliasing-is-getting-smarter.htm

Ever on the lookout for better ways to render pixels, anti-aliasing has advanced in leaps and bounds.]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:38:47 +1100 http://apcmag.com/data-included-just-add-voip-how-to-save-money-on-calls-using-data.htm http://apcmag.com/data-included-just-add-voip-how-to-save-money-on-calls-using-data.htm

If you primarily use your phone as a data device, why not move your calls to VoIP and save on call costs?]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/top-5-mobile-plans-for-smartphone-tethering.htm http://apcmag.com/top-5-mobile-plans-for-smartphone-tethering.htm

We take a look at the best mobile data plans for smartphone tethering on the go.]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/personal-hotspots-the-rise-of-mobile-tethering.htm http://apcmag.com/personal-hotspots-the-rise-of-mobile-tethering.htm

The days of USB mobile broadband modems are numbered: smartphones now have great 'personal hotspot' features to provide internet access for your laptop.]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:08:41 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-g74sx-powerful-large-screen-gaming-notebook-with-balanced-specs.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-g74sx-powerful-large-screen-gaming-notebook-with-balanced-specs.htm

The ASUS G74SX is a stylish gaming notebook for gamers needing well balanced specs, not just a powerful graphics card. ]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:58:44 +1100 http://apcmag.com/google-speaks-on-chrome-for-android-beta-ice-cream-sandwich-is-the-baseline.htm http://apcmag.com/google-speaks-on-chrome-for-android-beta-ice-cream-sandwich-is-the-baseline.htm

Google has released Chrome for Android Beta, adeptly tailoring its desktop browser to the mobile platform with a number of neat touches. The downside? It's Ice Cream Sandwich only.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:46 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-r051px-highly-specced-netbook-for-a-really-reasonable-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-r051px-highly-specced-netbook-for-a-really-reasonable-price.htm

Netbooks with large hard disk drives command a premium, but the Intel Atom N570 equipped ASUS R051PX goes against that trend by costing only $348.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:30:46 +1100 http://apcmag.com/windows-8-in-depth-updating-windows-update.htm http://apcmag.com/windows-8-in-depth-updating-windows-update.htm

In our latest sneak peek at what's new in Windows 8, we take a look at how Microsoft is tackling that necessary evil: updating your OS.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-expected-in-may-at-just-a-stunning-7mm-thick.htm http://apcmag.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-expected-in-may-at-just-a-stunning-7mm-thick.htm

Move over Galaxy Nexus: Samsung's heir apparent to the Samsung Galaxy S II is said to be arriving in May, with quad-core power and 4G support jammed into a sleek 7mm form factor.]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:09:07 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-folio-13-well-specced-sturdily-built-and-affordably-priced-ultrabook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-folio-13-well-specced-sturdily-built-and-affordably-priced-ultrabook.htm

It’s a bit heavier than most Ultrabooks, but the Folio 13’s strong build quality, good specs and generous port variety still make it one of the best.]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:49:47 +1100 http://apcmag.com/high-end-ready-intel-x79-dx79si-review.htm http://apcmag.com/high-end-ready-intel-x79-dx79si-review.htm

Intel finally acknowledges the enthusiast market with the X79 DX79SI.]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/is-microsoft-killing-off-the-windows-start-button.htm http://apcmag.com/is-microsoft-killing-off-the-windows-start-button.htm

In the leadup to the release of Windows 8, leaked preview images of Microsoft's next OS uncover a dramatic design departure from more than 15 years of Windows UI history.]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:25:33 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-blackberry-february-2012.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-blackberry-february-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your BlackBerry with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/overclockers-rejoice-gigabyte-x79-ud7-review.htm http://apcmag.com/overclockers-rejoice-gigabyte-x79-ud7-review.htm

The OC board lives on in the new form of the GIGABYTE X79-UD7.]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/serious-business-lexmark-x548dte-review.htm http://apcmag.com/serious-business-lexmark-x548dte-review.htm

Fast, high-quality printing on offer from Lexmark's latest business MFD.]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/good-bang-for-your-buck-msi-x79a-gd65-8d-review.htm http://apcmag.com/good-bang-for-your-buck-msi-x79a-gd65-8d-review.htm

Exceptional hardware doesn't always mean your products have polish, but does this MSI board stand out from the pack?]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:15:41 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/leader-companion-sc410-large-screen-ultrabook-for-a-competitive-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/leader-companion-sc410-large-screen-ultrabook-for-a-competitive-price.htm

Leader may not be the best known laptop brand, but its new, 14in Intel Core i5 -powered Companion 410 Ultrabook is a great package for less than $1,000.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:55:55 +1100 http://apcmag.com/building-a-pc-gaming-beast-for-battlefield-3.htm http://apcmag.com/building-a-pc-gaming-beast-for-battlefield-3.htm

We put together an affordable machine that can run Battlefield 3 with all the bells and whistles.]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-zenbook-ux31e-stunning-mid-range-ultrabook-for-a-competitive-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-zenbook-ux31e-stunning-mid-range-ultrabook-for-a-competitive-price.htm

The UX31E is arguably the best looking Ultrabook released to date, and for $1,180 with two years of free Intel Anti-Theft it’s also a good bargain.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:31:49 +1100 http://apcmag.com/rims-new-hope-next-gen-blackberry-10-london-leaked.htm http://apcmag.com/rims-new-hope-next-gen-blackberry-10-london-leaked.htm

Following a tumultuous year, hopes for a return to form for BlackBerry maker RIM are being pinned on its next generation of QNX smartphones -- and the first has just been revealed.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:25:31 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-6b00ax-bargain-amd-a-series-a6-allrounder-with-powerful-graphics-performance.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-6b00ax-bargain-amd-a-series-a6-allrounder-with-powerful-graphics-performance.htm

The $586 price tag for the HP Pavilion dv6-6b00ax is stunningly low considering the strong graphics performance and otherwise solid specs.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:31:43 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-n55sf-powerful-allrounder-with-exceptionally-good-sound.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-n55sf-powerful-allrounder-with-exceptionally-good-sound.htm

The ASUS N55SF-V2G-SX005V is a high-end allrounder with amazing sound quality for a notebook, and for $1,101 it offers really good value for money.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:01:25 +1100 http://apcmag.com/alternatives-to-ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com/alternatives-to-ubuntu.htm

Old-school Ubuntu fans who aren't a fan of the new Unity-based direction of the operating system might find something to like in some of the official Ubuntu spin-offs.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:53:51 +1100 http://apcmag.com/name-your-price-humble-bundle-brings-pay-what-you-want-gaming-to-android-in-style.htm http://apcmag.com/name-your-price-humble-bundle-brings-pay-what-you-want-gaming-to-android-in-style.htm

Pay whatever you want for three acclaimed Android games -- Anomaly: Warzone Earth, Osmos and EDGE -- and in the bargain you'll score desktop versions for Windows, Mac and Linux.]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:12:42 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-entry-level-ultrabook-with-all-metal-exterior-for-well-under-800.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-entry-level-ultrabook-with-all-metal-exterior-for-well-under-800.htm

For just $748 at the Laptop Factory Outlet, this entry-level Acer Aspire S3-951-2364G34iss with a low-voltage 2nd Gen Intel Core i3 is one of the best Ultrabook deals yet.]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:36:14 +1100 http://apcmag.com/acer-aspire-s3-entry-level-ultrabook-for-an-amazingly-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/acer-aspire-s3-entry-level-ultrabook-for-an-amazingly-low-price.htm

The Catch of the Day website has an entry-level Acer Aspire S3 Ultrabook for $799, but you only have until noon tomorrow, Thursday (Australian Eastern time) to grab it.]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:49:04 +1100 http://apcmag.com/how-to-sync-ebook-reading-progress-between-devices.htm http://apcmag.com/how-to-sync-ebook-reading-progress-between-devices.htm

If you read ebooks on your tablet, you may find yourself in the position where you’re dying to read that next chapter but you didn’t bring your tablet with you...]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:43:17 +1100 http://apcmag.com/is-apple-really-the-worlds-biggest-selling-pc-vendor.htm http://apcmag.com/is-apple-really-the-worlds-biggest-selling-pc-vendor.htm

Market watcher Canalys has determined Apple has overtaken HP as the world's leading PC client vendor - but admits that including tablets in its count is a "controversial" practice.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:07:08 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/motorola-xoom-very-low-price-on-android-32-tablet-wa-sa-nt-only.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/motorola-xoom-very-low-price-on-android-32-tablet-wa-sa-nt-only.htm

With new tablets on the way there are some brilliant bargains on some older ones, especially the Motorola Xoom (Wi-Fi) for only $349.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:38:14 +1100 http://apcmag.com/windows-8-in-depth-inside-the-new-file-history-features.htm http://apcmag.com/windows-8-in-depth-inside-the-new-file-history-features.htm

In our continuing look at the technology driving Windows 8, we delve into how the next-gen OS handles File History.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/nokias-first-windows-phone-the-lumia-800-coming-to-australia-in-march.htm http://apcmag.com/nokias-first-windows-phone-the-lumia-800-coming-to-australia-in-march.htm

It's been nearly a year since Nokia's teamup with Microsoft was announced but we're finally going to see the results locally, with the Lumia 800 launching on all networks in March.]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:08:03 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l750-powerful-allrounder-with-heaps-and-heaps-of-ram.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l750-powerful-allrounder-with-heaps-and-heaps-of-ram.htm

The 2nd Gen Intel Core i7 equipped Toshiba Satellite L750/0L7 might feature a slightly underpowered graphics card but it compensates with a massive 8GB of RAM.]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:53:30 +1100 http://apcmag.com/how-to-play-avi-and-mkv-videos-on-your-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com/how-to-play-avi-and-mkv-videos-on-your-ipad.htm

Your iPad may tell you it only wants to play MPEG-4 videos, but we show you how to whoop that iDevice into shape to play other common video formats.]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/robust-all-rounder-hp-officejet-pro-8600-plus-review.htm http://apcmag.com/robust-all-rounder-hp-officejet-pro-8600-plus-review.htm

A solid performer for the small office.]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/almost-perfection-asus-rampage-iv-extreme-review.htm http://apcmag.com/almost-perfection-asus-rampage-iv-extreme-review.htm

Arguably the most recognised and respected enthusiast motherboards in the world are the ASUS Republic of Gamers boards.]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/aggrieved-megaupload-users-threaten-to-sue-fbi-over-legitimate-lost-data.htm http://apcmag.com/aggrieved-megaupload-users-threaten-to-sue-fbi-over-legitimate-lost-data.htm

Without condoning any illegal conduct of shutdown storage site MegaUpload, pirate parties are condemning its seizure and coordinating potential legal reprisals against the US.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:08:48 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/samsung-nc110-reasonably-powerful-netbook-with-proper-sized-hdd.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/samsung-nc110-reasonably-powerful-netbook-with-proper-sized-hdd.htm

By netbook standards the Samsung NC110-A09AU is high-end due to its strong processor and large HDD, and for $327.60 it’s aggressively priced.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:08:04 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/apple-macbook-air-11in-amazingly-light-ultraportable-with-backlit-keyboard.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/apple-macbook-air-11in-amazingly-light-ultraportable-with-backlit-keyboard.htm

The Apple MacBook Air 11in (64GB) is a shining example of what ultraportables should be both in terms of weight and computing power, and for $987.30 it’s very well priced.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:24:20 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-iphone-january-27-2012.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-iphone-january-27-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/evernote-web-image-clipping-comes-to-android-via-new-dolphin-add-ons.htm http://apcmag.com/evernote-web-image-clipping-comes-to-android-via-new-dolphin-add-ons.htm

New Evernote and Skitch Add-ons for the Dolphin browser turn your Android smartphone into an Evernote powerhouse.]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:04:43 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/apple-macbook-pro-13in-md313lla-stylish-ultraportable-for-a-good-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/apple-macbook-pro-13in-md313lla-stylish-ultraportable-for-a-good-price.htm

If you need more computing power than an Ultrabook but with reasonable portability, check out this MacBook Pro on sale for $1,256.40]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:56:44 +1100 http://apcmag.com/overclocking-analysis-hands-on-with-sandy-bridge-e.htm http://apcmag.com/overclocking-analysis-hands-on-with-sandy-bridge-e.htm

Nothing pushes a new CPU to the limits harder than overclocking. We assess Intel’s new high-end Sandy Bridge-E processor line.]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/googles-android-developer-labs-headed-to-australia-next-week.htm http://apcmag.com/googles-android-developer-labs-headed-to-australia-next-week.htm

Got an Android app you want to polish up but not sure how to go about it? Android's official Developer Advocates are bringing their Labs to Sydney and Melbourne next week to help.]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:21:54 +1100 http://apcmag.com/ultrabook-bargains-jb-hi-fi-holding-huge-sale-across-notebooks-until-sunday.htm http://apcmag.com/ultrabook-bargains-jb-hi-fi-holding-huge-sale-across-notebooks-until-sunday.htm

Need a new notebook? With discounts across JB Hi-Fi's entire range of Ultrabook stock, there are plenty of attractive bargains on offer at a number of price points.]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:44:15 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2364g34iss-entry-level-ultrabook-for-a-seriously-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2364g34iss-entry-level-ultrabook-for-a-seriously-low-price.htm

Ultrabooks don’t often drop below $1,000, but the entry-level Acer Aspire S3-951-2364G34iss is now available for a very low $807.30.]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:53:20 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-zenbook-ux21e-kx008v-high-end-and-tiny-ultrabook-for-a-reasonable-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-zenbook-ux21e-kx008v-high-end-and-tiny-ultrabook-for-a-reasonable-price.htm

The ASUS Zenbook UX21E-KX008V packs a Core i7 processor into a super-slim frame weighing only 1.1kg. If you ever wished for a massively powerful netbook, this delivers!]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:28:58 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-z830001-large-price-drop-on-exceptionally-light-ultrabook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-z830001-large-price-drop-on-exceptionally-light-ultrabook.htm

The Toshiba Satellite Z830/001 is impressively light given its strong feature set, and for only $1,162.80 it’s bargain-priced. Would make a great laptop for students,]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:57:23 +1100 http://apcmag.com/a-new-front-in-the-net-neutrality-battle.htm http://apcmag.com/a-new-front-in-the-net-neutrality-battle.htm

The US has introduced formal and binding net neutrality regulations, so where does Australia stand, and what's it all about anyway?]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/toshiba-at200-worlds-thinnest-and-lightest-android-tablet-on-sale-early-feb-for-579.htm http://apcmag.com/toshiba-at200-worlds-thinnest-and-lightest-android-tablet-on-sale-early-feb-for-579.htm

Tablets just keep getting lighter and thinner. In fact, it seems the only thing that's unwavering is that cemented $579 starter price tag.]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:22:36 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-g74sx-fhd-tz130v-solidly-built-and-powerfully-specced-gaming-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-g74sx-fhd-tz130v-solidly-built-and-powerfully-specced-gaming-notebook.htm

The gigantic ASUS G74SX offers an enticing combination of high-end build quality and potent specs, a great combination for only $1,996.]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:29:32 +1100 http://apcmag.com/extreme-cpu-at-an-extreme-price-intel-sandy-bridge-e-core-i7-3960x.htm http://apcmag.com/extreme-cpu-at-an-extreme-price-intel-sandy-bridge-e-core-i7-3960x.htm

Intel’s new Sandy Bridge-E processor tends to the extreme: in both performance and price.]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/htc-velocity-4g-australias-first-4g-smartphone-goes-on-sale-tomorrow.htm http://apcmag.com/htc-velocity-4g-australias-first-4g-smartphone-goes-on-sale-tomorrow.htm

Australians will be able to get their mitts on the country's first 4G handset sooner than expected, with Telstra releasing the HTC Velocity 4G tomorrow.]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:59:47 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-4023tx-2nd-gen-intel-core-i7-allrounder-for-under-800.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-4023tx-2nd-gen-intel-core-i7-allrounder-for-under-800.htm

It’s not the latest model, but the strong specs of the HP Pavilion dv6-4023tx (including a 2nd Gen Intel Core i7) make it great value for the low $776 price tag.]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:35:01 +1100 http://apcmag.com/toshiba-satellite-z830-ultrabook-writing-is-on-the-wall-for-big-laptops.htm http://apcmag.com/toshiba-satellite-z830-ultrabook-writing-is-on-the-wall-for-big-laptops.htm

Toshiba’s lightweight Satellite Z830 Ultrabook shows the days of big, heavy notebooks are numbered.]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/thin-for-the-win-asus-eee-pc-x101h-white016s-review.htm http://apcmag.com/thin-for-the-win-asus-eee-pc-x101h-white016s-review.htm

ASUS virtually created the netbook category with the Eee PC, so does the latest entry pass muster?]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/the-top-10-tech-fails-of-2011.htm http://apcmag.com/the-top-10-tech-fails-of-2011.htm

Things don't always work out the way you had them planned. Without further ado, here are ten such examples from last year's dishonour roll.]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/apple-wades-further-into-academia-with-ibooks-2-itunes-u-and-ibooks-author.htm http://apcmag.com/apple-wades-further-into-academia-with-ibooks-2-itunes-u-and-ibooks-author.htm

Digital destruction or educational empowerment? Apple targets the academic sector with its trio of textbook-related apps: iBooks 2, iTunes U for iOS and iBooks Author.]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:37:05 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-nb50003k-astoundingly-cheap-high-end-netbook-victas.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-nb50003k-astoundingly-cheap-high-end-netbook-victas.htm

If you’re in the market for a netbook with a decent set of performance specs, at just $277 the Toshiba NB500/03K is a very affordable option.]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:33:09 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-android-january-2012.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-android-january-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your Android smartphone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/amd-prices-slashed-at-harvey-norman-40-off-all-a-series-notebooks-until-sunday.htm http://apcmag.com/amd-prices-slashed-at-harvey-norman-40-off-all-a-series-notebooks-until-sunday.htm

With the first major retailer special of the year, Harvey Norman has cut 40% off the RRP of AMD A-Series notebooks until January 22.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:44:20 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-6b00ax-low-priced-amd-a-series-a6-allrounder-with-strong-graphics.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-6b00ax-low-priced-amd-a-series-a6-allrounder-with-strong-graphics.htm

The 6b00ax is a great bargain at $719.40, because it has strong graphics performance along with a fairly powerful AMD A-Series processor.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:27:25 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-a53ta-sx080v-very-affordable-amd-a-series-a6-allrounder.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-a53ta-sx080v-very-affordable-amd-a-series-a6-allrounder.htm

Harvey Norman’s dramatically reduced the prices of their AMD A-Series equipped allrounders, and the A53TA is by far one of the best picks.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:37:31 +1100 http://apcmag.com/android-gaming-how-to-play-tegra-exclusive-titles-on-non-tegra-hardware.htm http://apcmag.com/android-gaming-how-to-play-tegra-exclusive-titles-on-non-tegra-hardware.htm

Want to play Tegra-exclusive games like Pinball HD, Sprinkle and Shadowgun but don't have a Tegra handset? Never fear.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:01:49 +1100 http://apcmag.com/anti-sopa-internet-blackout-today-said-to-number-7000-sites-going-dark.htm http://apcmag.com/anti-sopa-internet-blackout-today-said-to-number-7000-sites-going-dark.htm

A reported 7,000 websites including Wikipedia will take part today in a voluntary internet blackout worldwide to raise awareness of the controversial SOPA & PIPA anti-piracy bills.]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:11:26 +1100 http://apcmag.com/ces-retrospective-2012-will-be-awash-with-ultrabooks.htm http://apcmag.com/ces-retrospective-2012-will-be-awash-with-ultrabooks.htm

One of the most talked-about technologies on the ground at CES 2012 was the Ultrabook. We look at what users can expect from the category in the near future.]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:33:31 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-k53sv-sx544v-good-value-allrounder-with-large-hard-disk-drive.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-k53sv-sx544v-good-value-allrounder-with-large-hard-disk-drive.htm

Mid-range allrounders normally compromise on one or two specs, but despite the fair price the K53SV is actually well above average overall.]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:02:42 +1100 http://apcmag.com/how-to-reduce-smartphone-data-bill-shock.htm http://apcmag.com/how-to-reduce-smartphone-data-bill-shock.htm

Despite cheaper mobile data, you still need to watch your usage.]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/waterproof-iphone-and-samsung-smartphones-could-make-a-splash-soon-via-hzo-waterblock.htm http://apcmag.com/waterproof-iphone-and-samsung-smartphones-could-make-a-splash-soon-via-hzo-waterblock.htm

Will Apple's iPhone 5 or Samsung's Galaxy S III be waterproof? It might sound unlikely, but HzO's WaterBlock technology is on its way -- and has to be seen to be believed.]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:31:03 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-u31sd-rx049v-light-and-affordable-2nd-gen-core-i5-ultraportable.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-u31sd-rx049v-light-and-affordable-2nd-gen-core-i5-ultraportable.htm

It's not an Ultrabook, but the U31SD ultraportable is still an impressive bit of kit for $677. Despite its light weight of 1.78kg it has specs typical of a heavier allrounder.]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:43:29 +1100 http://apcmag.com/top-10-reasons-to-upgrade-to-ios-5.htm http://apcmag.com/top-10-reasons-to-upgrade-to-ios-5.htm

Yesterday we listed the Top 10 reasons to upgrade to Android 4.0. Well, it wouldn't be fair if we didn't follow up with the Top 10 upgrades on the iOS 5 side of the fence, right?]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/onlive-desktop-puts-windows-7-on-your-ipad-for-free-but-when-is-it-coming-to-australia.htm http://apcmag.com/onlive-desktop-puts-windows-7-on-your-ipad-for-free-but-when-is-it-coming-to-australia.htm

Launching on the US App Store last week, OnLive Desktop streams a fully fledged virtualised instance of Windows 7 (with Microsoft Office) directly to your iPad.]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:59:08 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-folio-13-1008tu-solidly-built-ultrabook-with-a-large-discount.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-folio-13-1008tu-solidly-built-ultrabook-with-a-large-discount.htm

The HP Folio 13 is a very businesslike mid-range Ultrabook that feels like a solid workhorse, and for $1,297 it’s very reasonably priced.]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:27:02 +1100 http://apcmag.com/top-10-reasons-to-get-android-40-ice-cream-sandwich.htm http://apcmag.com/top-10-reasons-to-get-android-40-ice-cream-sandwich.htm

Is it worth upgrading to the latest incarnation of Android? Yup. Here's why, with the top 10 reasons Ice Cream Sandwich is the tastiest serve from Google yet.]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/budget-bargain-msi-990fxa-gd80-review.htm http://apcmag.com/budget-bargain-msi-990fxa-gd80-review.htm

MSI achieves the high end on a low price.]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:00:44 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-of-ces-2012-part-2-the-best-of-the-rest-from-this-years-ces.htm http://apcmag.com/best-of-ces-2012-part-2-the-best-of-the-rest-from-this-years-ces.htm

In our second roundup of the most exciting new gear on show at this week's Consumer Electronics Show, we check out some unlikely tech surprises set to make waves in 2012.]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:20:55 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l7500qm-mid-range-basic-notebook-for-a-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l7500qm-mid-range-basic-notebook-for-a-low-price.htm

For only $626 the Toshiba Satellite L750/0QM is a compelling bargain, because it has a potent set of specs including a 2nd Gen Intel Core i5.]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:30:25 +1100 http://apcmag.com/seriously-for-gaming-asrock-fatal1ty-990fx-professional-review.htm http://apcmag.com/seriously-for-gaming-asrock-fatal1ty-990fx-professional-review.htm

Bringing its 'A' game, the ASRock Fatal1ty 990FX Professional offers some serious gaming features for the price.]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-of-ces-2012-our-pick-of-the-most-exciting-gadgets-tech-headed-your-way-this-year.htm http://apcmag.com/best-of-ces-2012-our-pick-of-the-most-exciting-gadgets-tech-headed-your-way-this-year.htm

We take a look at the most promising and exciting new products and concepts shown off at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:39:24 +1100 http://apcmag.com/overclocking-centric-with-all-the-bells-and-whistles-asus-crosshair-v-formula-review.htm http://apcmag.com/overclocking-centric-with-all-the-bells-and-whistles-asus-crosshair-v-formula-review.htm

What's red and white and black all over?]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:50:58 +1100 http://apcmag.com/microsoft-set-to-go-hands-off-with-kinect-for-windows-launching-feb-1-for-us249.htm http://apcmag.com/microsoft-set-to-go-hands-off-with-kinect-for-windows-launching-feb-1-for-us249.htm

Steve Ballmer's performance at Microsoft's final CES opening keynote this year may have been roundly criticised by the media, but Kinect for PCs stands to make huge waves.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:19:03 +1100 http://apcmag.com/good-choice-for-gamers-gigabyte-990fxa-ud7-review.htm http://apcmag.com/good-choice-for-gamers-gigabyte-990fxa-ud7-review.htm

The core of an extremely capable high-end gaming platform.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/ultrabook-consolidates-in-2012-intel-pushes-natural-interaction-alternative-form-factors-and-promises-75-new-models-at-ces.htm http://apcmag.com/ultrabook-consolidates-in-2012-intel-pushes-natural-interaction-alternative-form-factors-and-promises-75-new-models-at-ces.htm

If the Ultrabook is to hit 40% of the notebook segment by year's end it'll need some buzz, so Intel has come out swinging at CES, showcasing touch, voice and gesture innovations.]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:00:09 +1100 http://apcmag.com/hands-on-with-amds-fx-series-processors.htm http://apcmag.com/hands-on-with-amds-fx-series-processors.htm

The Bulldozer's here, but is AMD's new platform better suited to a future when heavily threaded apps rule?]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/windows-8-memory-tricks-microsofts-all-new-task-manager.htm http://apcmag.com/windows-8-memory-tricks-microsofts-all-new-task-manager.htm

We pull apart Windows 8's Dev Preview bit by bit to reveal what's under the hood of Microsoft's bold next step: here we look at the all-new Task Manager.]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:57:19 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l730018-affordable-ultraportable-specced-like-a-good-basic-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l730018-affordable-ultraportable-specced-like-a-good-basic-notebook.htm

The Toshiba Satellite L730/018 is a good value choice for those needing the power of a basic notebook in a package that's fairly easy to carry around.]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 11:39:23 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-e300007-large-screen-ultraportable-for-a-really-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-e300007-large-screen-ultraportable-for-a-really-low-price.htm

The Toshiba Satellite E300/007 is specced like a mid-range basic notebook but the smaller 14in screen makes it much more portable, and for $698 it's good value.]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 11:18:51 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2464g25nss-well-priced-mid-range-ultrabook-with-large-ssd.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2464g25nss-well-priced-mid-range-ultrabook-with-large-ssd.htm

The Acer Aspire S3-951-2464G25nss has a good low-voltage 2nd Gen Intel COre i5 processor, but what's extra impressive for the price is the large SSD.]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:37:46 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-at1s0-good-discount-on-excellent-7in-android-honeycomb-tablet.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-at1s0-good-discount-on-excellent-7in-android-honeycomb-tablet.htm

If you're after an Android Honeycomb tablet with a 7in screen that's both built well and feature complete, for $348 the Toshiba AT1S0 is an affordable solution.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 09:34:56 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-as5750g-2434g64mnkk-mid-range-allrounder-cheaper-than-mid-range-basic-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-as5750g-2434g64mnkk-mid-range-allrounder-cheaper-than-mid-range-basic-notebook.htm

Bargain hunters should take a close look at the Acer Aspire AS5750G-2434G64Mnkk, because it's a mid-range allrounder for less than a mid-range basic notebook.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 09:03:39 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-a54hy-sx032v-well-specced-allrounder-for-a-seriously-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-a54hy-sx032v-well-specced-allrounder-for-a-seriously-low-price.htm

For only $499 the ASUS X54HY-SX032V is a really excellent bargain, because it's got a dedicated graphics card for a price where integrated graphics is the norm.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:43:28 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-as5750-2332g50mnkk-very-affordable-entry-level-basic-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-as5750-2332g50mnkk-very-affordable-entry-level-basic-notebook.htm

The Acer Aspire AS5750-2332G50Mnkk may be somewhat low-end by notebook standards, but for such a very low price it's brilliant value for money.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:22:04 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-p75002q-3d-capable-entertainment-notebook-for-a-really-great-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-p75002q-3d-capable-entertainment-notebook-for-a-really-great-price.htm

The Toshiba Satellite P750/02Q is one of very few 3D capable entertainment notebooks available, and for just under $1,095 it's a truly excellent bargain.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:48:26 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/samsung-900x3a-b02au-enormous-price-drop-on-stylish-ultraportable.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/samsung-900x3a-b02au-enormous-price-drop-on-stylish-ultraportable.htm

The Samsung 900X3A-B02AU is a beautifully built ultraportable with some pretty great specs, and for only $1,349 it's very competitively priced.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:17:09 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-folio-13-1008tu-mid-range-ultrabook-with-very-solid-exterior.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-folio-13-1008tu-mid-range-ultrabook-with-very-solid-exterior.htm

The HP Folio 13 may be one of the less light Ultrabooks at 1.5kg, but the very sturdy build quality and good specs still make it one of the better Ultrabooks available.]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 09:27:47 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2364g34iss-entry-level-ultrabook-for-superbly-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2364g34iss-entry-level-ultrabook-for-superbly-low-price.htm

Although the 2nd Gen Intel Core i3 equipped Acer Aspire S3-951-2364G34iss may be an entry-level Ultrabook, for only $745 it's really excellent value for money overall.]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 09:01:11 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-6041tx-mid-range-allrounder-for-a-rock-bottom-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-6041tx-mid-range-allrounder-for-a-rock-bottom-price.htm

This 2nd Gen Intel Core i5 equipped allrounder may be very much mid-range compared to the alternatives, but for such a dramatically low price it's still a terrific bargain.]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:30:44 +1100 http://apcmag.com/good-picks-from-the-meagre-aussie-post-xmas-sales-so-far.htm http://apcmag.com/good-picks-from-the-meagre-aussie-post-xmas-sales-so-far.htm

Just like the run-in to Christmas, the onslaught of computer specials hasn't eventuated - just a couple of good ones here and there, led by retailer Dick Smith.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:01:18 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/motorola-xoom-wi-fi-fully-featured-well-built-tablet-for-an-unusually-brilliant-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/motorola-xoom-wi-fi-fully-featured-well-built-tablet-for-an-unusually-brilliant-price.htm

The Motorola Xoom (Wi-Fi Only) is a fully featured well-built Android Honeycomb 3.2 tablet, and for only $298 it's the best post-Xmas tablet deal.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 09:13:13 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/apple-macbook-pro-15in-md318lla-powerful-apple-allrounder-for-a-reasonable-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/apple-macbook-pro-15in-md318lla-powerful-apple-allrounder-for-a-reasonable-price.htm

Apple's recent update to their MacBook Pro line has dramatically improved the entry-level MacBook Pro 15in, and for 10% off it's also reasonably priced.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:30:48 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-g74sx-fhd-tz130v-excellent-price-for-an-excellent-high-spec-gaming-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-g74sx-fhd-tz130v-excellent-price-for-an-excellent-high-spec-gaming-notebook.htm

The ASUS G74SX-FHD-TZ130V is a powerful, well-rounded gaming notebook with strong overall build quality, and it's really good value for money as well.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 07:35:19 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/sony-tablet-s-16gb-price-slashed-on-uniquely-shaped-very-light-tablet-vic-only.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/sony-tablet-s-16gb-price-slashed-on-uniquely-shaped-very-light-tablet-vic-only.htm

The Sony Tablet S is a uniquely shaped and very light Android Honeycomb 3.2 tablet that we think is the equal of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:38:56 +1100 http://apcmag.com/how-to-fake-siri-on-android-voice-recognition-for-all.htm http://apcmag.com/how-to-fake-siri-on-android-voice-recognition-for-all.htm

Get Siri-like voice commands on your Android smartphone.]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/ubuntu-1110-setting-up-oneiric.htm http://apcmag.com/ubuntu-1110-setting-up-oneiric.htm

The latest Ubuntu is slick and sublime, and while it gets a lot right, there's still some essential tweaks you can do to make the most of your new install.]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/broadband-in-the-sky-telstra-bigpond-usb-4g-review.htm http://apcmag.com/broadband-in-the-sky-telstra-bigpond-usb-4g-review.htm

It sure is snappy if you’re in the right spot.]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/a-class-act-asus-n55sf-s2086v-review.htm http://apcmag.com/a-class-act-asus-n55sf-s2086v-review.htm

Notebooks aren’t exactly known for having reasonable sound quality, but ASUS has turned that around with the N55SF-S2086V.]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/road-warriors-rejoice-dell-vostro-v131-review.htm http://apcmag.com/road-warriors-rejoice-dell-vostro-v131-review.htm

Ultraportable business notebooks tend to command a colossal price, but even with every option ticked the new semi-business Dell Vostro V131 comes in at a reasonable $1,399.]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/desktop-replacement-medion-akoya-p7812.htm http://apcmag.com/desktop-replacement-medion-akoya-p7812.htm

A big, power-packed gaming-capable notebook to replace your old PC.]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/smaller-than-you-think-hp-laserjet-pro-100-m175nw-review.htm http://apcmag.com/smaller-than-you-think-hp-laserjet-pro-100-m175nw-review.htm

Slimmed down colour laser MFD.]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/tp-link-tl-pa211.htm http://apcmag.com/tp-link-tl-pa211.htm

Give friends gifts that won't need you to provide ongoing tech support until next Xmas: One is TP-Link powerline adapters that do faster-than-wireless networking without the fuss.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:55:55 +1100 http://apcmag.com/android-how-to-change-your-launcher.htm http://apcmag.com/android-how-to-change-your-launcher.htm

For those that are either new to Android – or terrified of voiding their warranty – there is a simpler way to change the ‘feel’ of your handset.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/better-browsing-playing-guest-to-your-hosts.htm http://apcmag.com/better-browsing-playing-guest-to-your-hosts.htm

How your ‘hosts file’ can make your browsing safer and protect your computer from malware.]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-blackberry-january-2012.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-blackberry-january-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your BlackBerry with our monthly app roundup.]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-windows-phone-december-26-2011.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-windows-phone-december-26-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your Windows Phone 7 smartphone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-iphone-january-2012.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-iphone-january-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-x54hy-sx032v-low-end-allrounder-for-nearly-the-price-of-a-basic-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-x54hy-sx032v-low-end-allrounder-for-nearly-the-price-of-a-basic-notebook.htm

The ASUS X54HY-SX032V is one of the most affordable allrounders currently going, and for only a bit more than a basic notebook you can’t go wrong.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:11:32 +1100 http://apcmag.com/review-cm-storm-quickfire-rapid-.htm http://apcmag.com/review-cm-storm-quickfire-rapid-.htm

Clicky clacky BOOM headshot.]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-one-happy-2-well-built-netbook-with-a-vibrant-sense-of-style.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-one-happy-2-well-built-netbook-with-a-vibrant-sense-of-style.htm

The Acer Aspire One Happy 2 is a solidly built Intel Atom N570 equipped netbook with a vibrant and colourful exterior along with a very usable keyboard.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:39:49 +1100 http://apcmag.com/review-acer-travelmate-8481g.htm http://apcmag.com/review-acer-travelmate-8481g.htm

Ultra-what?]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/review-netgear-readynas-ultra-4.htm http://apcmag.com/review-netgear-readynas-ultra-4.htm

Home serving gets nice.]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/review-corsair-h-100.htm http://apcmag.com/review-corsair-h-100.htm

Water cooling is cooler now.]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/ubuntu-1110-oneiric-ocelot-and-the-cloud.htm http://apcmag.com/ubuntu-1110-oneiric-ocelot-and-the-cloud.htm

There's a lot of new features in the latest iteration of Ubuntu. Today we take a look at the new Software Centre, OneConf and Ubuntu One.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/ubuntu-1110-unity-comes-of-age.htm http://apcmag.com/ubuntu-1110-unity-comes-of-age.htm

Has Canonical's controversial new desktop interface improved enough to not only be an amiable desktop for Ubuntu, but to fend off the competition from Windows 8?]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/building-a-pc-amd-bulldozer-overclocking-guide.htm http://apcmag.com/building-a-pc-amd-bulldozer-overclocking-guide.htm

Bulldozer is the dream CPU for overclockers. We show you how to push your chip that little bit further.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-qosmio-f75002y-decent-price-for-a-powerful-entertainment-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-qosmio-f75002y-decent-price-for-a-powerful-entertainment-notebook.htm

At just under $1,500 it’s a bit beyond most people’s budgets, but the F750’s high-end specs and great versatility still make it good value.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:26:17 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-zenbook-ux21e-kx007v-low-end-lightweight-ultrabook-for-a-fair-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-zenbook-ux21e-kx007v-low-end-lightweight-ultrabook-for-a-fair-price.htm

Although not the lowest price we’ve ever seen, for just under $1,000 the ASUS Zenbook UX21E-KX007V is still fairly priced for an entry-level Ultrabook.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:55:11 +1100 http://apcmag.com/make-the-most-of-hidden-ios-5-features-on-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com/make-the-most-of-hidden-ios-5-features-on-ipad.htm

iOS 5 has a bundle of great headline features but also packs in a few extremely useful ones you might not even notice.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:58:43 +1100 http://apcmag.com/want-a-great-deal-in-the-sales-check-out-our-christmas-laptop-bargains-faq.htm http://apcmag.com/want-a-great-deal-in-the-sales-check-out-our-christmas-laptop-bargains-faq.htm

It's that time of year again. You'll find some great bargains on laptops and tablets between now and early January. Read Hunter's guide on how to nab the best deals.]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:37:53 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-transformer-32gb-3g-3g-capable-tablet-with-excellent-keyboard-dock.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-transformer-32gb-3g-3g-capable-tablet-with-excellent-keyboard-dock.htm

Those wanting to use the Transformer on the go have now finally been catered to, and for $598 they’re getting plenty of bang for their buck.]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:27:46 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-x44h-vx026v-well-specced-low-end-basic-notebook-with-above-average-portability.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/asus-x44h-vx026v-well-specced-low-end-basic-notebook-with-above-average-portability.htm

The ASUS X44H-VX026V has a slightly smaller than average screen, but the end result is that it also weighs less than average and is therefore more portable.]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:33:53 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/buyersguide/christmas-laptop-bargains-faq.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/buyersguide/christmas-laptop-bargains-faq.htm

It's that time of year again. You'll find some great bargains on laptops and tablets between now and early January. Here's our guide for how to nab the best deals.]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:42:14 +1100 http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-android-december-2011.htm http://apcmag.com/best-apps-for-android-december-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your Android smartphone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-z830001-decent-discount-on-superbly-light-ultrabook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-z830001-decent-discount-on-superbly-light-ultrabook.htm

For sheer lightness and port variety the Toshiba Satellite Z830 Ultrabook stands heads and shoulders ahead of the rest, and for about $100 off the RRP it’s well-priced.]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:22:45 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-4023tx-potent-high-end-allrounder-for-really-low-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/hp-pavilion-dv6-4023tx-potent-high-end-allrounder-for-really-low-price.htm

This high-end allrounder may be a bit long in the tooth, but the specs are still very good particularly when considering it costs under $800.]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:52:32 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/medion-lifetab-p9514-cheap-android-honeycomb-tablet-with-3g-and-32gb-storage.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/medion-lifetab-p9514-cheap-android-honeycomb-tablet-with-3g-and-32gb-storage.htm

For only $499 the 10.1 Medion Lifetab P9514 (Android Honeycomb 3.2) offers a set of specs that usually costs $600 or more, making it good value for money.]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:34:11 +1100 http://apcmag.com/officially-pro-grade-steelseries-sensei-review.htm http://apcmag.com/officially-pro-grade-steelseries-sensei-review.htm

We didn’t realise you had to be a pro to use a high-end laser mouse, but SteelSeries says you do – and we’ll take their word for it.]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/efficiency-is-cool-fsp-aurum-cm-series-gold-750w-psu-review.htm http://apcmag.com/efficiency-is-cool-fsp-aurum-cm-series-gold-750w-psu-review.htm

Highly recommended entry to the front ranks by this venerable supplier.]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/google-paves-the-way-for-driverless-car-of-tomorrow-with-landing-strip-patent.htm http://apcmag.com/google-paves-the-way-for-driverless-car-of-tomorrow-with-landing-strip-patent.htm

Driverless cars might still seem like pie-in-the-sky sci-fi, but Google's new patent edges the company one step closer in its pursuit of automated vehicles.]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:55:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2634g24iss-high-end-ultrabook-for-a-fair-price.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-2634g24iss-high-end-ultrabook-for-a-fair-price.htm

This model in the Acer Aspire S3 line is powerful and has a large solid state drive, which for just below $1,850 makes it a great buy overall.]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:48:11 +1100 http://apcmag.com/will-googles-majel-finally-provide-a-robust-android-voice-app-to-equal-apples-siri.htm http://apcmag.com/will-googles-majel-finally-provide-a-robust-android-voice-app-to-equal-apples-siri.htm

An Android equivalent of the Siri voice assistant has long been promised but never delivered, but leaked details of Google's Majel project suggest Android's response is imminent.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:43:22 +1100 http://apcmag.com/running-out-of-space-on-dropbox-try-your-own-personal-cloud.htm http://apcmag.com/running-out-of-space-on-dropbox-try-your-own-personal-cloud.htm

Is this the next big thing? The personal cloud is just like the public variety, except you're the one who's in control.]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-qosmio-x77000x-high-powered-3d-capable-gaming-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-qosmio-x77000x-high-powered-3d-capable-gaming-notebook.htm

The Toshiba Qosmio X770/00X is one of very few 3D capable gaming notebooks available, and for the asking price it's actually pretty good value for money.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:21:06 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/motorola-xoom-3g-a-well-built-affordably-priced-tablet-for-those-on-the-move.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/motorola-xoom-3g-a-well-built-affordably-priced-tablet-for-those-on-the-move.htm

Tablets with 3G functionality are usually expensive, but for just under $600 the 3G capable Android Honeycomb Motorola Xoom is an excellent bargain.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:48:22 +1100 http://apcmag.com/how-to-turn-your-tablet-into-an-old-school-gaming-console.htm http://apcmag.com/how-to-turn-your-tablet-into-an-old-school-gaming-console.htm

I don’t know about you, but I still remember the excitement of receiving a copy of Super Mario Bros 3 for my 7th birthday.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1100 http://apcmag.com/jb-hi-fi-now-beta-serves-up-free-music-streaming-for-a-month.htm http://apcmag.com/jb-hi-fi-now-beta-serves-up-free-music-streaming-for-a-month.htm

Want free music for the Christmas holidays? Of course you do, and it's easy to get if you sign up with JB Hi-Fi NOW's free beta trial, which launched yesterday.]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:18:09 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-at1s0-solid-discount-on-a-terrific-7in-android-honeycomb-tablet.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-at1s0-solid-discount-on-a-terrific-7in-android-honeycomb-tablet.htm

The Toshiba AT1S0 is one of only a small handful of 7in Android Honeycomb tablets available, and for just under $400 it’s a really good buy overall.]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:42:53 +1100 http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l7500ln-decent-mid-range-allrounder-with-heaps-of-storage.htm http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/toshiba-satellite-l7500ln-decent-mid-range-allrounder-with-heaps-of-storage.htm

The Toshiba Satellite L750/0LN is a pretty decent 2nd Gen Intel Core i5 equipped mid-range allrounder that has a much larger than expected hard disk drive.]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:18:20 +1100