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The arrival of the cloud and mobile computing has changed the rules again for staying safe. We examine how anti-malware vendors are responding.]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-turn-your-phone-or-tablet-into-a-monitor.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-turn-your-phone-or-tablet-into-a-monitor.htm

Want to transform your iPad, iPhone or Android device into a second monitor for your PC or Mac? Here's how.]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//why-tablets-are-killing-netbooks.htm http://apcmag.com//why-tablets-are-killing-netbooks.htm

Nobody saw it coming. The tablet has become a massive hit with consumers, and Jenna Pitcher explains why it’s hurting netbook sales. ]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//netbook-sales-crash-the-downside-to-the-tablet-upside.htm http://apcmag.com//netbook-sales-crash-the-downside-to-the-tablet-upside.htm

There’s been a 40% crash in netbook sales and it's starting to become pretty clear why, as tablets start eating into the netbook's previously healthy market share.]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:39:05 +1000 http://apcmag.com//steve-jobs-launches-ipad-2-derides-competitor-copycats.htm http://apcmag.com//steve-jobs-launches-ipad-2-derides-competitor-copycats.htm

Apple launched the iPad 2 overnight, showing off a thinner, lighter and faster tablet. Steve Jobs stole the show, with his trademark competitive vitriol literally in rude health.]]> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 09:47:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//3d-and-hd-on-the-way-this-year-for-foxtel-on-xbox-360.htm http://apcmag.com//3d-and-hd-on-the-way-this-year-for-foxtel-on-xbox-360.htm

Plus: Kinect will likely provide voice and gesture control support, so if you can't find the remote, it's not such a biggie anymore.]]> Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:38:05 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optus-hints-at-android-tablets-coming-dell-streak.htm http://apcmag.com//optus-hints-at-android-tablets-coming-dell-streak.htm

Telstra has been stealing the limelight with local Android launches, but Optus says it is catching up fast.]]> Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:50:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//details-iphone-4-launch-parties-around-sydney.htm http://apcmag.com//details-iphone-4-launch-parties-around-sydney.htm

Telcos in Sydney are going all out to outdo each other with lavish parties to sucker in the punters to buy an iPhone tonight. ]]> Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:04:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//review-samsung-galaxy-s-android-21-on-optus.htm http://apcmag.com//review-samsung-galaxy-s-android-21-on-optus.htm

There's a vast array of Android handsets out there ranging from rubbish to serious iPhone 4 competitors. This curvaceous Samsung is more towards the iPhone end.]]> Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:12:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//review-samsung-n220-netbook-on-optus-3g.htm http://apcmag.com//review-samsung-n220-netbook-on-optus-3g.htm

Samsung's N220 is a new netbook being launched into Australia through Optus, with 3G broadband built-in. We tested its battery life and also played with Jolicloud Linux on it.]]> Thu, 08 Jul 2010 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//when-will-froyo-hit-australia-the-compete-list.htm http://apcmag.com//when-will-froyo-hit-australia-the-compete-list.htm

Hanging out for version 2.2 of Android to hit your smartphone? We've checked in with all the carriers and manufacturers to find out when it will happen.]]> Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:26:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-google-turning-its-back-on-aussie-developers.htm http://apcmag.com//is-google-turning-its-back-on-aussie-developers.htm

Google has issued a terse statement on the issue of Australian software developers not being able to sell apps through its app market for the Android platform.]]> Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:15:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//starcraft-ii-region-lock-angers-australian-gamers.htm http://apcmag.com//starcraft-ii-region-lock-angers-australian-gamers.htm

Blizzard has decided Aussie players of Starcraft II will only be able to play online with other players from South East Asia -- not Europe or the US.]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:24:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//spillard-how-the-tech-sector-reacted.htm http://apcmag.com//spillard-how-the-tech-sector-reacted.htm

Telstra, Optus, Microsoft and other tech leaders give their reaction to the Julia Gillard seizing the Australian government leadership today.]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2010 19:28:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//review-htc-legend-on-vodafone.htm http://apcmag.com//review-htc-legend-on-vodafone.htm

The HTC Legend has had very good reviews to date. But how is it on Vodafone?]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:57:42 +1000 http://apcmag.com//will-the-nintendo-3ds-hit-australia-in-march-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//will-the-nintendo-3ds-hit-australia-in-march-2011.htm

Nintendo's handheld console will pack 3D effects that won't require players to wear glasses -- but it's a bit of a mystery when it will hit Australia.]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:55:02 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet-unveils-iptv-pvr-pricing.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet-unveils-iptv-pvr-pricing.htm

Twenny bux a month for iiNet's IPTV and digital TV PVR service: cheap compared to Foxtel, but there are some high upfront costs.]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 19:12:11 +1000 http://apcmag.com//all-yuor-mobile-spam-belong-to-us.htm http://apcmag.com//all-yuor-mobile-spam-belong-to-us.htm

The government has launched a mobile spam reporting service, giving you the opportunity to dob in dodgy nightclubs, restaurants, electricians and ringtone providers (and more).]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:09:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet-iptv-available-this-month.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet-iptv-available-this-month.htm

iiNet's pay TV service over broadband is going on sale this month, offering some real competition for Foxtel -- as long as you're not a sports fan.]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:56:08 +1000 http://apcmag.com//lg-releases-super-cheap-android-phone.htm http://apcmag.com//lg-releases-super-cheap-android-phone.htm

Nokia, your days are numbered. LG has released a super-super cheap Android phone for prepaid users who might otherwise buy a basic Nokia. ]]> Wed, 09 Jun 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//in-depth-review-sony-ericsson-xperia-x10.htm http://apcmag.com//in-depth-review-sony-ericsson-xperia-x10.htm

Sony Ericsson has pulled out no stops with the design of the Android-based handset. ]]> Thu, 03 Jun 2010 11:31:06 +1000