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Not like the others... welcome to the most popular all-in-one on the planet.]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//thinking-outside-the-box-the-all-in-one-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//thinking-outside-the-box-the-all-in-one-pc.htm

The all-in-one PC form factor is thriving as shoppers move away from the beige boxes of yesteryear.]]> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:52:26 +1000 http://apcmag.com//steve-jobs-one-of-a-kind.htm http://apcmag.com//steve-jobs-one-of-a-kind.htm

As the industry loses perhaps its most famed, loved and divisive pioneer, we recall the life and times of one technology's greatest talents.]]> Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:25:04 +1000 http://apcmag.com//toshiba-launches-first-all-in-one-as-a-digital-hub-for-the-home.htm http://apcmag.com//toshiba-launches-first-all-in-one-as-a-digital-hub-for-the-home.htm

Positioning its first All-In-One desktop PC as a central, multi-tasking hub for the whole family, Toshiba branches out from its mobile computer portfolio to take on the iMac.]]> Mon, 16 May 2011 15:37:31 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-cheaper-sandy-bridge-imacs-start-at-1399-2010-vs-2011-models-compared.htm http://apcmag.com//new-cheaper-sandy-bridge-imacs-start-at-1399-2010-vs-2011-models-compared.htm

Apple updates the iMac with Sandy Bridge CPUs, new graphics options, Thunderbolt connectivity, a FaceTime HD camera and more. We list what's new and compare the major specs.]]> Wed, 04 May 2011 10:38:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-to-bring-sandy-bridge-imacs-up-to-speed-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-to-bring-sandy-bridge-imacs-up-to-speed-this-week.htm

The rumour mill has it that Apple will be unveiling its latest range of updated iMacs this week, with the all-in-one desktop set to feature Intel's second-generation Core CPUs.]]> Mon, 02 May 2011 15:58:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-upgrades-imac-to-core-2010-with-ati-hd-graphics.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-upgrades-imac-to-core-2010-with-ati-hd-graphics.htm

Intel’s Core 2 Duo chips and integrated Nvidia graphics make way for Core i3, Core i5 and Core i7 powerplants and ATI Radeon HD across the board.]]> Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:22:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-iphone-tipped-to-launch-on-june-7th.htm http://apcmag.com//new-iphone-tipped-to-launch-on-june-7th.htm

Apple has announced its annual Worldwide Developer Conference will be held from June 7-11, with the fourth-gen iPhone likely to debut during the traditional Jobs keynote.]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:07:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-set-to-issue-new-fix-for-27-inch-imac-screen-flicker.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-set-to-issue-new-fix-for-27-inch-imac-screen-flicker.htm

Second fix for iMac screen woes set to hit in three weeks.]]> Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//27-inch-imac-shipping-delay-grows-to-three-weeks.htm http://apcmag.com//27-inch-imac-shipping-delay-grows-to-three-weeks.htm

Apple is mum on the reason for the much longer shipping delay on top-end iMac.]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-intels-32nm-chips-fit-into-apples-next-gen-macs.htm http://apcmag.com//how-intels-32nm-chips-fit-into-apples-next-gen-macs.htm

From the muscle-bound Mac Pro to the seductively slim MacBook Air, here’s how Intel’s new 2010 processors line up against Apple’s likely next-gen releases.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:06:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//up-next-for-intel-core-i9-superslab.htm http://apcmag.com//up-next-for-intel-core-i9-superslab.htm

Tests of Intel’s unreleased ‘Gulftown’ six-core 32nm CPU indicate a fire-breathing processor which could find its way into high-end desktops such as the next-gen Mac Pro.]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nvidia-reveals-tegra-touchscreen-tablet.htm http://apcmag.com//nvidia-reveals-tegra-touchscreen-tablet.htm

Eager for a slice of the tablet action, Nvidia is spruiking a custom-built touchscreen tablet powered by its Tegra superchip to demo to hardware companies and 3G carriers.]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:51:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//troll-touch-adds-touch-screen-capability-to-new-imacs.htm http://apcmag.com//troll-touch-adds-touch-screen-capability-to-new-imacs.htm

Troll Touch lets iMac and MacBook fans get touchy-feely with their Apple gear.]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sexy-27-inch-imac-torn-apart-for-your-perusal.htm http://apcmag.com//sexy-27-inch-imac-torn-apart-for-your-perusal.htm

The geek in me weeps at the sight of a torn up 27-inch iMac even though I prefer Windows.]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:55:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-imac-apple-boosts-speed-slashes-prices.htm http://apcmag.com//new-imac-apple-boosts-speed-slashes-prices.htm

The new iMacs sport more than just widescreen HD panels and a sleek new look: they pack Core i5 and Core i7 processors, yet start $400 cheaper.]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:26:46 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-preps-new-macbook-imac-and-mac-mini-for-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-preps-new-macbook-imac-and-mac-mini-for-launch.htm

The countdown clock is ticking on a redesigned entry-level MacBook, an ‘ultra thin’ iMac and a faster Mac Mini which could drop from $1,049 to $899.]]> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:07:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-imac-to-get-core-i5-or-core-i7-quad-core-powerplant.htm http://apcmag.com//new-imac-to-get-core-i5-or-core-i7-quad-core-powerplant.htm

Apple is primed to launch a revamped iMac in the coming weeks, and the latest reports suggest a quad-core processor might find its way into the slim aluminium chassis.]]> Sat, 26 Sep 2009 13:49:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//gigabyte-makes-a-butt-ugly-but-fully-customisable-imac.htm http://apcmag.com//gigabyte-makes-a-butt-ugly-but-fully-customisable-imac.htm

COMPUTEX | Gigabyte displayed a new iMac-like PC at Computex. It actually comes as an empty PC case with a stand that you can mount your choice of monitor on. ]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:25:36 +1000 http://apcmag.com//lenovo-releases-ulv-notebook-12-inch-netbook-and-all-in-one-atom-desktop.htm http://apcmag.com//lenovo-releases-ulv-notebook-12-inch-netbook-and-all-in-one-atom-desktop.htm

Lenovo’s up-sized IdeaPad S12 netbook offers optional Nvidia Ion graphics, while the all-in-one IdeaCentre C300 desktop is a slim budget version of the A600 with an Atom CPU.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ces-2010-makes-more-room-for-apple.htm http://apcmag.com//ces-2010-makes-more-room-for-apple.htm

The Las Vegas techfest boosts its Mac-only space from 4,000 square feet to 25,000 square feet for its January 2010 show.]]> Mon, 25 May 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-to-release-mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard-preview-next-month.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-to-release-mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard-preview-next-month.htm

Attendees at next month’s Worldwide Developers Conference will receive a ‘developer preview’ build of Apple’s next-gen OS on June 8. Watch for it on BitTorrent on June 9.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 01:34:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//benq-goes-all-in-one-with-nscreen-pcs.htm http://apcmag.com//benq-goes-all-in-one-with-nscreen-pcs.htm

BenQ has outed an all-in-one computer with some amusing advertising.]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:50:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-issues-beta-2-of-os-x-106-snow-leopard.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-issues-beta-2-of-os-x-106-snow-leopard.htm

Windows 7 and OS X 10.6 are in a race to the finish line, but Apple looks set to get there first with a mid-year release of Snow Leopard.]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 23:12:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-launches-wind-ae1900-all-in-one-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-launches-wind-ae1900-all-in-one-pc.htm

MSI has unveiled a sleek little PC for people who want a low cost, all-in-one desktop.]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:15:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-jumps-into-the-all-in-one-pc-category-with-the-z5600.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-jumps-into-the-all-in-one-pc-category-with-the-z5600.htm

Acer Z5600 all-in-one debuts to battle Apple, Dell, Asus, and the myriad of other all-in-one computers on the market.]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inventing-the-apple-logo.htm http://apcmag.com//inventing-the-apple-logo.htm

Graphic designer Rob Janoff tells how he created the original and now-iconic emblem – and didn't get a cent for it!]]> Sat, 11 Apr 2009 16:14:21 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-releases-kitchen-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-releases-kitchen-pc.htm

It slices, it dices, it cooks, it washes. Actually it doesn't, but Dell still thinks its new iMac competitor is perfect for the kitchen. Um, ok. ]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2009 12:52:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//finally-apple-refreshes-desktop-family.htm http://apcmag.com//finally-apple-refreshes-desktop-family.htm

Apple has updated its entire desktop range with better performance, but also much higher prices.]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:00:00 +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