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//stuff-pc-users-say.htm http://apcmag.com//stuff-pc-users-say.htm

APC's sister magazine, TechLife, has finally landed in Apple's App Store. In this video from TechLife on iPad, PC geek Lindsay Handmer sends himself (and fellow PC geeks) up.]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:06:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//laptop-prices-to-crash-as-windows-8-looms.htm http://apcmag.com//laptop-prices-to-crash-as-windows-8-looms.htm

Retailers have begun dropping prices on laptops to clear older stock ahead of Windows 8 and the arrival of touch-screen based notebooks.]]> Tue, 07 Aug 2012 10:07:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//500-off-ultrabooks-end-of-financial-year-price-cuts.htm http://apcmag.com//500-off-ultrabooks-end-of-financial-year-price-cuts.htm

We can always expect something big from retailer Harvey Norman on June 30 and we're not disappointed - the benefits and likely pitfalls of this huge $500-off-every-Ultrabook sale.]]> Sat, 30 Jun 2012 07:17:44 +1000 http://apcmag.com//shock-of-the-new-windows.htm http://apcmag.com//shock-of-the-new-windows.htm

Windows 8's Metro UI is innovative and needed - but Microsoft may have underestimated the conservatism of users and their unwillingness to deal with change this radical]]> Mon, 25 Jun 2012 14:20:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dvd-disk-clarification.htm http://apcmag.com//dvd-disk-clarification.htm

The June edition of APC magazine carried a cover disk with the consumer preview of Microsoft's Windows 8 software. This copy was not endorsed by Microsoft.]]> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ivy-bridge-graphics-overview.htm http://apcmag.com//ivy-bridge-graphics-overview.htm

Intel announced its new Ivy Bridge processor line yesterday. We're busy testing new Ivy Bridge -based Ultrabooks but in the meantime here are our first impressions.]]> Wed, 06 Jun 2012 11:51:04 +1000 http://apcmag.com//fuel-cell-revolution.htm http://apcmag.com//fuel-cell-revolution.htm

Apple’s patenting of a hydrogen fuel cell battery has highlighted the big advances being made in the technology.]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//super-svelte-the-second-time-toshiba-at200-review.htm http://apcmag.com//super-svelte-the-second-time-toshiba-at200-review.htm

If the ASUS Transformer Prime is the top Android tablet for anyone who wants a hybrid, the Toshiba AT200 is the current champion of standalones.]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:14:05 +1000 http://apcmag.com//8-reasons-why-ice-cream-sandwich-makes-tablets-better-.htm http://apcmag.com//8-reasons-why-ice-cream-sandwich-makes-tablets-better-.htm

All the major tablets released in 2012 will either come with Android 4.0 out of the box or should be upgraded to it. Here's how Ice Cream Sandwich will take the fight to iOS.]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:55:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-perfect-hybrid-asus-transformer-prime-review.htm http://apcmag.com//the-perfect-hybrid-asus-transformer-prime-review.htm

A great tablet that just might be setting the future direction of tablet evolution... time will tell.]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//android-tablets-in-2012-the-onset-of-tegra-3.htm http://apcmag.com//android-tablets-in-2012-the-onset-of-tegra-3.htm

If you can look past all the iPad hoopla -- a massively improved operating system and new quad-core processors are taking Android tablets to a new level this year.]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:32:45 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ybuy-online-shopping-gets-touchy-feely-with-try-before-you-buy.htm http://apcmag.com//ybuy-online-shopping-gets-touchy-feely-with-try-before-you-buy.htm

It’s part of the online shopping revolution – try goods for 30 days before you buy.]]> Thu, 05 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//raspberry-pi-the-teensy-weensy-51-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//raspberry-pi-the-teensy-weensy-51-pc.htm

The Raspberry Pi is a tiny but powerful PC that’s almost cheaper than the cheapest of smartphones.]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ultrabook-attack-escalates-toshiba-14in-u840-.htm http://apcmag.com//ultrabook-attack-escalates-toshiba-14in-u840-.htm

Toshiba’s 14-inch U840 Ultrabook is another sign that the Ultrabooks concept is moving up the chain, eventually to replace big, fat conventional laptops. ]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +1000 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 +1000 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 +1000 http://apcmag.com//medion-launches-499-tablet-with-wi-fi-3g.htm http://apcmag.com//medion-launches-499-tablet-with-wi-fi-3g.htm

German PC maker Medion joins the rush to tablets with a 10in Android 3.2 tablet that offers 3G capability and 32GB of storage for under $500, available from Aldi stores.]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 20:43:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-ux31e-and-ux21e-the-ultrabooks-that-should-have-gone-first.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-ux31e-and-ux21e-the-ultrabooks-that-should-have-gone-first.htm

ASUS has finally launched the sexy Ultrabooks everyone's been waiting for - the ideal machines to kick start the Ultrabook campaign after Acer's first lukewarm efforts.]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:13:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//extraordinary-value-on-sale-this-saturday-medion-akoya-p7812-review.htm http://apcmag.com//extraordinary-value-on-sale-this-saturday-medion-akoya-p7812-review.htm

Medion has a big power-packed, gaming-capable notebook designed to completely replace your desktop PC.]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//toshibas-surprise-the-amazing-satellite-z830.htm http://apcmag.com//toshibas-surprise-the-amazing-satellite-z830.htm

After it produced the world's fattest Android tablet, we didn't expect this from Toshiba: the world's slimmest Ultrabook with an amazingly thin (and bendy) screen.]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:40:09 +1000 http://apcmag.com//photoshop-touch-finally-full-power-apps-for-tablets.htm http://apcmag.com//photoshop-touch-finally-full-power-apps-for-tablets.htm

Adobe's Photoshop Touch destroys the claim that tablets are no good for content creation, as well as being the first tablet adaptation of major desktop software that doesn't suck.]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//truly-massive-file-sharing-is-here-try-an-11gb-file.htm http://apcmag.com//truly-massive-file-sharing-is-here-try-an-11gb-file.htm

Aussie file sharing site fyels.com has upped the size of files you can share with others - to an extraordinary 11GB - making it the world leader in supersized file sharing.]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//adobe-launches-tablet-apps-and-heads-for-the-cloud.htm http://apcmag.com//adobe-launches-tablet-apps-and-heads-for-the-cloud.htm

Adobe's new tablet version of Photoshop finally brings a professional-grade graphics app to tablets and hooks into a new Adobe cloud-hosted service called the Creative Cloud.]]> Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:23:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-dick-smith-response-to-harvey-normans-2-for-1.htm http://apcmag.com//the-dick-smith-response-to-harvey-normans-2-for-1.htm

Australia's major retailers have started a notebook price war. Dick Smith has launched a notebook sale that looks like a response to Harvey Norman's two for one AMD sale last week.]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:34:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a100.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a100.htm

We're waiting for a tablet to take the crown of best 7in tablet from an ageing Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0. Of those actually in the market, the Acer Iconia Tab A100 is the best.]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:26:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//android-masterclass.htm http://apcmag.com//android-masterclass.htm

Build an Android "personal magazine" app for distribution to smartphones. Follow the step-by-step masterclass from Android guru Dr Rajesh Vasa. No programming knowlege required!]]> Sat, 17 Sep 2011 15:52:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//unprecedented-buy-one-notebook-get-another-free-at-harvey-norman.htm http://apcmag.com//unprecedented-buy-one-notebook-get-another-free-at-harvey-norman.htm

Buy an AMD-powered notebook and get one free. It sounds too good to be true. It isn't if you want an affordable laptop that can play games. But some of the bargains are not so good]]> Thu, 15 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-first-of-the-anti-tablet-notebooks-is-here-acer-s3.htm http://apcmag.com//the-first-of-the-anti-tablet-notebooks-is-here-acer-s3.htm

The new Acer Aspire S3 and the "Ultrabook" notebook category are all about reclaiming the initiative for notebooks in the face of the onslaught from tablets.]]> Thu, 08 Sep 2011 08:59:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//next-best-deal-after-the-touchpad.htm http://apcmag.com//next-best-deal-after-the-touchpad.htm

Widely considered one of the best Android tablets and an alternative to the iPad, the Acer Iconia Tab A500 has been reduced to an unprecedented $386 in a Harvey Norman tablet sale.]]> Thu, 01 Sep 2011 21:49:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//make-no-compromises-toshiba-portege-r830-review.htm http://apcmag.com//make-no-compromises-toshiba-portege-r830-review.htm

An affordable business ultraportable which ticks all the boxes, the Toshiba Portege R830 won't disappoint.]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-firesales-begins-retailer-dumps-hp-notebooks-ditches-touchpad.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-firesales-begins-retailer-dumps-hp-notebooks-ditches-touchpad.htm

The cheapest ever Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 notebooks are among the bargains as Harvey Norman tries to shift HP stock after HP's announcement that it might exit the consumer market.]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2011 16:43:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-13z-and-14z.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-13z-and-14z.htm

Dell’s new Inspiron 13z and 14z notebooks mark the arrival of thin and powerful into the mainstream of computing. Finally we have the perfect affordable notebooks for students.]]> Sat, 13 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-drops-touchpad-prices-before-apple-comes-calling.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-drops-touchpad-prices-before-apple-comes-calling.htm

The HP TouchPad has launched in Australia at discounted prices of $499 (16GB) and $599 (32GB). At these prices it's worth considering, despite criticism that it's no iPad killer.]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:24:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//medions-dual-booting-laptop.htm http://apcmag.com//medions-dual-booting-laptop.htm

A unique and very affordable dual-booting notebook with a massive 750GB drive goes on sale in Aldi supermarket shelves for $569.]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:23:40 +1000 http://apcmag.com//europe-falls-to-apple-galaxy-tab-101-now-banned-there-as-well.htm http://apcmag.com//europe-falls-to-apple-galaxy-tab-101-now-banned-there-as-well.htm

Australia, now Europe. Apple gets German court order to have European sales of its iPad competitor stopped. But there's more to this. It's about protecting the coming iPhone 5.]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:49:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-galaxy-tab-101.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-galaxy-tab-101.htm

Apple has pressured Samsung into stopping the launch of its Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Australia, even though it's available in the US and UK. Ten reasons why Apple is bullying Aussies.]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:48:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//blackberry-bold-9900-review.htm http://apcmag.com//blackberry-bold-9900-review.htm

We take a look at BlackBerry's upcoming Bold 9900: the classic look may be retro, but the tech inside this Berry ain't.]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//top-10-weird-things-about-using-a-google-chromebook.htm http://apcmag.com//top-10-weird-things-about-using-a-google-chromebook.htm

Nothing will prepare you for the disorientation you experience when you fire up a Chromebook for the first time. Here's 10 surprises we got exploring the cloud-connected notebook.]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2011 20:44:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-macbook-air-meets-its-match-the-ultrabook.htm http://apcmag.com//new-macbook-air-meets-its-match-the-ultrabook.htm

The ASUS UX21 shows that PC makers may have finally worked out how to take on Apple. This wafer-thin powerhouse is sexier than the Air and more powerful, too.]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:15:09 +1000 http://apcmag.com//blackberry-playbook.htm http://apcmag.com//blackberry-playbook.htm

A must-have for BlackBerry users, misunderstood by others, RIM's tablet might have an air of work-in-progress around it, but it's also undeniably sexy. ]]> Wed, 06 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//evolve-3-maestro-s-oak-trail-review.htm http://apcmag.com//evolve-3-maestro-s-oak-trail-review.htm

The first Windows tablet with decent battery life, the Evolve 3 Maestro S just might offer the best Windows tablet experience until Win 8.]]> Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a500-rev.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a500-rev.htm

Solid, feature-rich first 10in tablet from Acer, but there's a good reason why it's a little on the portly side - because it's loaded with stuff.]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//vipre-tops-anti-virus-test.htm http://apcmag.com//vipre-tops-anti-virus-test.htm

An anti-malware package called VIPRE has topped one of the key tests performed by the German security testing company AV-Test. But Microsoft’s Security Essentials was disappointing]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 08:59:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-bolder-bold-9900.htm http://apcmag.com//the-bolder-bold-9900.htm

It may not have enough candy to tempt iPhone flunkies, but the new Bold 9900/9300 is the best Berry yet. Here's 10 reasons why people who use their phones for work will love it]]> Tue, 03 May 2011 21:18:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-sales.htm http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-sales.htm

The first Intel Core i3 notebook for under $500 kicks off the pre- Sandy Bridge sales as retailers get rid of old stock to make way for 2nd gen Core processor notebooks. ]]> Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-qx412.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-qx412.htm

After analysing the most popular user questions we get about what notebook to buy, we think Samsung's new QX412 comes closest to being the perfect laptop.]]> Thu, 24 Mar 2011 18:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hardcoregamer.htm http://apcmag.com//hardcoregamer.htm

Registrations have opened for the first major Starcraft II tournament to be held in Australia. The event will cater for 600 gamers and comes with $25,000 worth of prizes. ]]> Tue, 08 Mar 2011 06:47:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ipads-missing-link-found-streaming-tv.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ipads-missing-link-found-streaming-tv.htm

If there's one thing the iPad is great at, it's playing media. This streaming device adds the final missing element: live TV.]]> Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:23:53 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optus-it-challenge-winners.htm http://apcmag.com//optus-it-challenge-winners.htm

An app that takes the pain out of ordering taxis and one that lets a charity kitchen serve better meals were among several innovative winners in the Optus IT Challenge competition.]]> Mon, 14 Feb 2011 06:50:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside-a-psu.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-a-psu.htm

Get the wrong PSU for your system and it might explode, as our video shows. So here's a primer on PSUs so that when you build a PC, you select the right one.]]> Tue, 08 Feb 2011 21:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-makes-a-surprise-return-where-the-bug-doesnt-matter.htm http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-makes-a-surprise-return-where-the-bug-doesnt-matter.htm

After earlier announcing a total recall of Sandy Bridge -based systems, Intel is now going to let OEMs ship processors/chipsets in cases where the buggy Sata ports aren't used.]]> Tue, 08 Feb 2011 20:10:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//adobe-makeover.htm http://apcmag.com//adobe-makeover.htm

In Adobe's SMB Makeover we're using Adobe Acrobat to enrich the communications the Ensemble theatre sends out about its plays.]]> Sun, 06 Feb 2011 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-delay-leads-to-higher-prices-for-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-delay-leads-to-higher-prices-for-notebooks.htm

A notebook that just a month ago would have gone on special for not much more than $600 is now $799, as retailers jack up prices following the recall of Sandy Bridge laptops.]]> Sun, 06 Feb 2011 11:51:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-ever-core-i5-under-600.htm http://apcmag.com//first-ever-core-i5-under-600.htm

With Sandy Bridge processors now delayed, retailers are falling back on 1st generation Core notebooks to bring people back in the stores. This one is a ripper.]]> Thu, 03 Feb 2011 07:07:07 +1000 http://apcmag.com//cyclone-cams.htm http://apcmag.com//cyclone-cams.htm

A number of webcams operating in the Cairns and Townsville areas in northern Queensland are witnessing the devastation of cyclone Yasi - few are left standing.]]> Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:40:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//back-to-school-shock-fujitsu-tries-a-notebook-special-deal-in-sydney.htm http://apcmag.com//back-to-school-shock-fujitsu-tries-a-notebook-special-deal-in-sydney.htm

Fujitsu notebooks have always sold at a price premium, partly justified by the over-engineering that goes into them - but four are being offered in an affordable bundle.]]> Sat, 29 Jan 2011 10:01:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//insane-short-lived-bargain-aldis-799-17in-notebook-with-tv-tuner-and-640gb-hard-drive.htm http://apcmag.com//insane-short-lived-bargain-aldis-799-17in-notebook-with-tv-tuner-and-640gb-hard-drive.htm

Aldi's unusual notebook sales model delivers a spectacular notebook every quarter or so, and this is no exception - but you don't have much time, it sells out in a few days. ]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 08:43:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-notebook-for-school-students.htm http://apcmag.com//best-notebook-for-school-students.htm

A big, cheap laptop makes a great computer for a student, right? Wrong. Students need a combination of features that don't come cheap - except in this superb $899 Samsung notebook.]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-sandy-bridge-laptops-go-on-sale.htm http://apcmag.com//first-sandy-bridge-laptops-go-on-sale.htm

Notebooks powered by Intel’s new 2nd generation Core processors are already on the shelves - the basic notebook is about to change forever.]]> Tue, 11 Jan 2011 07:48:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-video-transcoding.htm http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-video-transcoding.htm

Watch a video comparison demonstrating the transcoding power of a 2nd generation Core processor, which literaly annihilates that of previous CPUs.]]> Tue, 04 Jan 2011 10:16:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ohki-tv.htm http://apcmag.com//ohki-tv.htm

Just as online retailer Ruslan Kogan loves to take on the establishment, a pair of newcomers has decided to take on Kogan at his own game - starting with an aggressively priced TV.]]> Sun, 02 Jan 2011 17:44:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//core-i5-allrounder-at-harvey-norman.htm http://apcmag.com//core-i5-allrounder-at-harvey-norman.htm Sat, 01 Jan 2011 09:48:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//watching-the-post-xmas-bargains-a-hp-core-i7-for-994-the-best-so-far.htm http://apcmag.com//watching-the-post-xmas-bargains-a-hp-core-i7-for-994-the-best-so-far.htm

We're watching and waiting for the insane post-Xmas tech bargains, and waiting and waiting. So far, a HP Core i7 at Harvey Norman is the pick of the bunch.]]> Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:47:35 +1000 http://apcmag.com//wows-macbook-read-the-fine-print.htm http://apcmag.com//wows-macbook-read-the-fine-print.htm

It's still a good deal, the first MacBook under $1,000 at retailer WOW Sight & Sound - but how many consumers thought they were getting the current-generation machine, like we did?]]> Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:08:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//top-10-3d-enabled-games.htm http://apcmag.com//top-10-3d-enabled-games.htm

With Call of Duty: Black Ops built for 3D, the list of 3D-enabled games has reached a respectable number. So which ones are the best and what gear do you need to play them?]]> Tue, 07 Dec 2010 09:02:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optusbusiness.htm http://apcmag.com//optusbusiness.htm

If you're impressed with work that's been coming out of the IT department nominate the relevant staff and your business could win a share of $100,000 in Optus business solutions.]]> Sun, 05 Dec 2010 13:57:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pre-xmas-notebook-sales.htm http://apcmag.com//pre-xmas-notebook-sales.htm

The arrival of a new Intel processor architecture next year, a strong dollar and retailers determined to avoid a repeat of last year's Xmas sales bust is behind early discounting.]]> Sat, 04 Dec 2010 13:51:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//picks-of-the-notebook-specials-acer-as5551g-with-good-gaming-card.htm http://apcmag.com//picks-of-the-notebook-specials-acer-as5551g-with-good-gaming-card.htm

In our weekly summary of the best notebook specials on our Notebook Hunter service, we highlight a quad-core affordable gaming notebook and a perfect desktop replacement.]]> Sat, 27 Nov 2010 14:20:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//your-personal-spy-drone.htm http://apcmag.com//your-personal-spy-drone.htm

The Parrot AR.Drone is a remote controlled toy chopper that's uncannily stable in flight and beams back live video from its onboard camera to an iPhone remote control. Unbelievable]]> Wed, 24 Nov 2010 11:47:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-i-turned-my-ipad-into-de-facto-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//how-i-turned-my-ipad-into-de-facto-netbook.htm

While it's too specialised a device to be a true netbook alternative an iPad can be made far more practical with the addition of a case with a Bluetooth keyboard.]]> Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:55:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-elephant-in-the-ipads-room.htm http://apcmag.com//the-elephant-in-the-ipads-room.htm

With some retailers dropping prices, a lot of iPads are going to be sold before Xmas. But there's a potential showstopper for anyone wanting to use an iPad as a netbook replacement]]> Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:58:45 +1000 http://apcmag.com//android-tablets-going-cheap.htm http://apcmag.com//android-tablets-going-cheap.htm

Welcome to our new series on left-of-field tech gifts in the run-up to Xmas. Consider a $199 Android tablet if you don't want to spend much on that special tech friend at Xmas.]]> Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:14:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//android-on-liquid-e.htm http://apcmag.com//android-on-liquid-e.htm

Android 2.2 upgrades are starting to be made available for Australian phones. We've upgraded our Acer Liquid E to 2.2 to find out why this new version of the mobile OS is a must.]]> Wed, 10 Nov 2010 21:57:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//has-apple-misjudged-the-13in-macbook-spec.htm http://apcmag.com//has-apple-misjudged-the-13in-macbook-spec.htm

Notebook buyers are confused by Apple's decision to stick with the Core 2 Duo CPUs for its entry level 13in MacBook and new MacBook Air notebooks, says our reader feedback.]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:03:44 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-look-the-benq-xl2410t-.htm http://apcmag.com//first-look-the-benq-xl2410t-.htm

BenQ's soon-to-be released XL2410T is exciting gamers with its list of amazing features. We found one being tested by a pro gamer from Team Immunity, so we dragged him into our lab]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2010 21:13:40 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-ever-apple-ipad-goes-on-special.htm http://apcmag.com//first-ever-apple-ipad-goes-on-special.htm

Retailer Big W has announced the first special on an Apple iPad: $51 off the top model. Not much by normal standards, but it's a lot for an Apple device. Ten reasons to buy one.]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:58:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//blackberry-torch.htm http://apcmag.com//blackberry-torch.htm

The new Torch finally adds some consumer sexyness to Blackberry without sacrificing the features that have made the Berry indispensable for mobile professionals. ]]> Sat, 23 Oct 2010 09:47:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//cheapest-core-i5-notebook-ever-698-or-599-with-cashback.htm http://apcmag.com//cheapest-core-i5-notebook-ever-698-or-599-with-cashback.htm

A Victorian store is offering the most affordable Core i5 notebook ever - an Acer AS5741 for $599 with cashback. We had to check to make sure it was real.]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 20:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//superteam.htm http://apcmag.com//superteam.htm Fri, 15 Oct 2010 10:14:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-gx660r-monster-gaming-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-gx660r-monster-gaming-notebook.htm

MSI has released a ripper of a gaming notebook that's cheaper than most comparable rivals, without all the tiresome pitching at Gen X/Y gamers that comes with gaming laptops.]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2010 06:56:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//worlds-first-3d-tv-tuner-card.htm http://apcmag.com//worlds-first-3d-tv-tuner-card.htm

Why spend thousands on a 3D TV set? For a lot less, you can add AVerMedia's 3D TV card to your PC and watch local 3D broadcasts. The strange thing is, they DO look better on a PC.]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2010 07:53:11 +1000 http://apcmag.com//wp7-first-look-the-xbox-live-connection.htm http://apcmag.com//wp7-first-look-the-xbox-live-connection.htm

Microsoft's new Windows Phone 7 will link directly to an online gaming service, Xbox Live. Check how it works on this video run-through from WP7's launch.]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//wp7-first-look-the-live-tiles-and-hubs-interface.htm http://apcmag.com//wp7-first-look-the-live-tiles-and-hubs-interface.htm

Check out how the Windows Phone 7 interface works, with our quick and dirty video run-through on the first-available WP7 handsets at the Sydney launch yesterday.]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2010 06:22:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-this-the-cheapest-asus-netbook-ever.htm http://apcmag.com//is-this-the-cheapest-asus-netbook-ever.htm

An ASUS 900AX 9in netbook, with previous generation specs, is selling for $198 at Harvey Norman. Twelve months ago you would have to spend at least $400 to get something similar.]]> Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:36:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//singapore-airlines-to-introduce-in-flight-calls-and-internet.htm http://apcmag.com//singapore-airlines-to-introduce-in-flight-calls-and-internet.htm

Australians will be finally able to connect to the net and use their own phones on international flights when Singapore Airlines introduces in-flight communications next year.]]> Tue, 05 Oct 2010 23:40:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//netbooks-get-their-own-app-store.htm http://apcmag.com//netbooks-get-their-own-app-store.htm

If you’ve always wished the PC world had something like Apple’s App Store or Android's Market, Intel has created the AppUp Center, with apps tailored for netbooks.]]> Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:30:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-streak-pricing.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-streak-pricing.htm

We had another play with Dell's Streak after its Australian pricing was announced and came away convinced it will usher in a new era of giant phones, like those of the 1970s.]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:06:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-master-builder-launches-with-junior-master-builder.htm http://apcmag.com//new-master-builder-launches-with-junior-master-builder.htm

APC's Master Builder competition is back - have your PC assessed by expert judges and see if it's good enough to make you Australia's next Master Builder.]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 09:02:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-ultra-thin-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//best-ultra-thin-notebooks.htm

A new crop of ultra-thin notebooks are bettering netbooks in speed and battery life. We've picked four of the best.]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:10:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//master-builder-the-finalists-builds.htm http://apcmag.com//master-builder-the-finalists-builds.htm

These were the builds that got four semi-final contestants through to the Master Builder Final, to be held later this month.]]> Sun, 04 Apr 2010 09:26:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hd.htm http://apcmag.com//hd.htm

There are many Top 10 lists for videos on the web, but hardly any for HD videos. APC has trawled YouTube and the Web and put one together!]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//top-10-netbooks-in-stores-now.htm http://apcmag.com//top-10-netbooks-in-stores-now.htm

As we wave goodbye to the noughties, these are netbooks in the Australian market that impress APC testers. Consider them the best from the decade that launched the netbook.]]> Wed, 30 Dec 2009 07:13:26 +1000 http://apcmag.com//lucas-cooper-asus-master-challenge-top-10.htm http://apcmag.com//lucas-cooper-asus-master-challenge-top-10.htm

Lucas Cooper - ASUS Master Challenge Top 10]]> Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:58:42 +1000 http://apcmag.com//using-teamspeak.htm http://apcmag.com//using-teamspeak.htm

Napoleon once said the secret of war lies in the communications. Same applies to our Shock and Awe tournament.]]> Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:26:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//daniel-valastro-mid-range-gaming-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//daniel-valastro-mid-range-gaming-pc.htm

Daniel Valastro builds a Mid-range Gaming PC]]> Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:26:45 +1000 http://apcmag.com//karen-conneeley-robert-halas-build-a-nas.htm http://apcmag.com//karen-conneeley-robert-halas-build-a-nas.htm

Karen Conneeley & Robert Halas build a NAS]]> Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:10:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//affordable-triple-core.htm http://apcmag.com//affordable-triple-core.htm

Excel Computers’ Master Builders create an amazing value/performance PC using AMD's new triple-core Phenom II X3, which is virtually the equal of quad core in single-threaded apps]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:21:38 +1000