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Lots of Microsoft action overnight, with the Windows 8 Consumer Preview made available to download plus the app-centric Windows Store now open for business.]]> Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:00:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsofts-through-fabric-pockettouch-keeps-your-hands-where-we-can-see-them-.htm http://apcmag.com//microsofts-through-fabric-pockettouch-keeps-your-hands-where-we-can-see-them-.htm

Putting a whole new spin on the expression "fly by the seat of your pants", PocketTouch enables users to control their touchscreen device through clothing or bag fabric.]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:36:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside-touch-how-touchscreen-technologies-work.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-touch-how-touchscreen-technologies-work.htm

It took a while to take hold effectively, but the modern touchscreen has revolutionised the contemporary interface.]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//what-to-look-for-in-a-touchscreen-display.htm http://apcmag.com//what-to-look-for-in-a-touchscreen-display.htm

Want to reach out and touch the internet? If the answer's yes, here's what you need to know.]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//angling-for-innovation-dell-st2220t-touchscreen-monitor-review.htm http://apcmag.com//angling-for-innovation-dell-st2220t-touchscreen-monitor-review.htm

Can a few innovations make PC touchscreens practical? It seems so, with Dell's easy-to-use touchscreen ST2220T display.]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:42:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//strong-touch-implementation-hp-2310t-review.htm http://apcmag.com//strong-touch-implementation-hp-2310t-review.htm

A multi-touch LCD monitor with style and substance, the 2310t from HP enables you to control your PC by touch, provided you're running a suitable OS.]]> Fri, 03 Jun 2011 09:22:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//toshiba-unveils-twin-touchscreen-windows-7-laptop.htm http://apcmag.com//toshiba-unveils-twin-touchscreen-windows-7-laptop.htm

The way of the future, or a machine that will fold into the wake of the iPad? You decide.]]> Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//no-porn-allowed-on-21000-microsoft-surface.htm http://apcmag.com//no-porn-allowed-on-21000-microsoft-surface.htm

Microsoft's new coffee table-sized iPod Touch (now available in Australia) promises "touch at a completely new level", but not of the nasty sort, apparently.]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:09:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-surface-goes-on-sale-in-australia-next-week.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-surface-goes-on-sale-in-australia-next-week.htm

Microsoft will start selling its Surface tabletop multi-touch system in Australia next week after a formal launch. But will Aussies warm to it?]]> Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:15:48 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-announces-first-wave-of-windows-7-touchscreen-pcs.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-announces-first-wave-of-windows-7-touchscreen-pcs.htm

Beginning its roll-out of Windows 7 systems, Acer is betting on the ‘multi-touch’ UI as a key selling point for desktops and laptops alike.]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:40:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//more-touchscreen-laptops-for-windows-7-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//more-touchscreen-laptops-for-windows-7-launch.htm

Touch might not be such a big feature on big screen computers, but the notebook market is getting ready to tempt Windows 7 users]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-tablet-rumored-to-ship-in-november.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-tablet-rumored-to-ship-in-november.htm

An Apple tablet is to be announced in September, says unnamed analyst.]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:45:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-7-touch-demo-shows-no-soul.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-touch-demo-shows-no-soul.htm

A recent video of Windows 7 in action on a touch notebook shows a desperate lack of innovation from Microsoft -- is there any hope?]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:35:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-paves-the-way-for-an-all-new-macbook.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-paves-the-way-for-an-all-new-macbook.htm

Having renamed the 13.3 inch unibody MacBook as the MacBook Pro, is Apple laying the foundation to reframe its MacBook brand for an all-new device like a netbook or e-book pad?]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:20:34 +1000 http://apcmag.com//selling-windows-7-this-should-do-it.htm http://apcmag.com//selling-windows-7-this-should-do-it.htm

Windows 7 needs something to spark the imagination of the buying public to help it shift... perhaps this for instance.]]> Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:28:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ocular-unveils-capacitive-touch-screen-tech-for-netbooks.htm http://apcmag.com//ocular-unveils-capacitive-touch-screen-tech-for-netbooks.htm

The first glass capacitive touch screens for netbooks will make PC touchscreens as good as the iPhone.]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:20:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-7-touch-pack-revealed.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-touch-pack-revealed.htm

Windows 7's big - but so far invisible - feature is Touch, lovingly demonstrated in all those Apple adverts. Now Microsoft is starting to ramp up the hype for the tactile OS.]]> Fri, 29 May 2009 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//for-those-about-to-touch.htm http://apcmag.com//for-those-about-to-touch.htm

While the mouse isn't an endangered species, yet - It looks like touch is could be the future of user interaction, if the Windows engineers get their way. ]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htc_touch_3g.htm http://apcmag.com//htc_touch_3g.htm

HTC has hatched yet another Touch smartphone that's easier on the wallet without skimping on the good stuff.]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2008 09:52:15 +1000 http://apcmag.com//creative_zen_xfi.htm http://apcmag.com//creative_zen_xfi.htm

Besting the iPod touch is a Herculean task, but there are a few compelling features on the Zen X-Fi that make it a strong competitor.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htc_touch_cruise.htm http://apcmag.com//htc_touch_cruise.htm

It's no supermodel, but this smartphone from HTC certainly comes close.]]> Sat, 14 Jun 2008 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp_releases_1999_touchscreen_desktop_pc.htm http://apcmag.com//hp_releases_1999_touchscreen_desktop_pc.htm

Can’t wait for Windows 7? HP’s new flagship iMac-like desktop features a 22in touchscreen display.]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:00:00 +1000