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//video-telstras-42mbits-next-g-modems-are-go.htm http://apcmag.com//video-telstras-42mbits-next-g-modems-are-go.htm

Nobody's pretending "42Mbit/s" means "42Mbit/s" in real life -- but this video shows the actual speeds you'll be seeing... and they're quite amazing.]]> Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:50:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htc-telstra-wildfire.htm http://apcmag.com//htc-telstra-wildfire.htm

Telstra adds another Android to its Next G family this month with HTC's Wildfire, which goes on sale from August 24 at $349 outright for pre-paid customers.]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:34:44 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iphone-4-telstra-bumping-plans-to-6gb-if-you-ask.htm http://apcmag.com//iphone-4-telstra-bumping-plans-to-6gb-if-you-ask.htm

Telstra is again outgunning the competitors with its iPhone 4 plans, offering customers upgrades to 6GB allowance for very little extra cost. ]]> Tue, 03 Aug 2010 21:13:42 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-next-g-and-the-iphone-4-is-it-worth-it.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-next-g-and-the-iphone-4-is-it-worth-it.htm

opinion There is one question that iPhone 4 purchasers need to ask themselves: is the cost of Next G low enough yet? ]]> Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:21:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-iphone-4-plans-start-at-49month-free-at-79month.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-iphone-4-plans-start-at-49month-free-at-79month.htm

Telstra is first out of the gate with its plans for the iPhone 4, on sale from 25 Telstra stores around Australia from midnight Friday.]]> Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:30:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//vha-cuts-prices-boosts-talk-and-data-on-new-smarthone-plans.htm http://apcmag.com//vha-cuts-prices-boosts-talk-and-data-on-new-smarthone-plans.htm

It’s game on for smartphone carriers: Vodafone and 3 boost the value their smartphone cap plans, plus Telstra drops the price of the HTC Desire.]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:01:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-streak-australia-android-slate-tablet-launch-release-mobicity.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-streak-australia-android-slate-tablet-launch-release-mobicity.htm

Can’t wait for Dell to decide if it will release the Android-powered Streak slate here? Aussie online store Mobicity is now taking orders for UK-sourced Streaks at $899...]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:47:45 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-launches-optimus-android-phone-from-lg.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-launches-optimus-android-phone-from-lg.htm

The name sounds exciting; the phone, unfortunately, not so much. But it is cheap, at least.]]> Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:14:55 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-streak-3g-tablet-slate-release-date-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-streak-3g-tablet-slate-release-date-australia.htm

Dell preps the ground for possible Aussie release of its Streak 3G tablet, showing the Android slate to local telcos and raising the possibility of a carrier deal.]]> Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optus-threatens-to-sue-telstra-over-next-g-claims.htm http://apcmag.com//optus-threatens-to-sue-telstra-over-next-g-claims.htm

Optus is threatening to sue Telstra for comparing its Next G coverage to Optus' 2100MHz coverage only, ignoring the telco's expanded 900MHz network coverage.]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 19:18:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-optus-3g-almost-as-good-as-telstra.htm http://apcmag.com//is-optus-3g-almost-as-good-as-telstra.htm

A report came out today claiming Optus' 3G network is almost as good as Telstra Next G, but do the figures really stack up?]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:00:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-now-streaming-abc-sbs-to-next-g-mobiles.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-now-streaming-abc-sbs-to-next-g-mobiles.htm

Finally, that "Foxtel on your mobile" service has something worth watching...]]> Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:21:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//netcomm-launches-299-personal-hotspot-for-wi-fi-ipad-models.htm http://apcmag.com//netcomm-launches-299-personal-hotspot-for-wi-fi-ipad-models.htm

The first Next G-compatible ‘pocket hotspot’ to hit the Aussie market, NetComm’s $299 MyZone turns Next G and 3G signals into short-range 802.11g wireless.]]> Mon, 31 May 2010 14:11:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ipad-3g-a-sell-out-success.htm http://apcmag.com//ipad-3g-a-sell-out-success.htm

A slim $170 markup over Wi-Fi models plus low-cost prepaid 3G plans make the 3G iPad a sell-out success. Also: iPad customers cancelling Apple preorders to buy over the counter.]]> Mon, 31 May 2010 13:43:40 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ipad-3g-telstra-next-g-optus-vodafone-three-3-vha-test-network.htm http://apcmag.com//ipad-3g-telstra-next-g-optus-vodafone-three-3-vha-test-network.htm

We put Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and 3 to the test in Australia’s first comparison of iPad 3G providers – and if you expect Next G to be fastest, the results will surprise you!]]> Fri, 28 May 2010 09:24:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//3g-options-for-the-wi-fi-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com//3g-options-for-the-wi-fi-ipad.htm

If you’re buying one of the cheaper iPad Wi-Fi models there are still a few ways to enjoy Internet access anywhere without stumping up the extra money for a 3G version.]]> Thu, 27 May 2010 16:58:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-telstra-optus-prepaid-microsim-broadband-plan.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-telstra-optus-prepaid-microsim-broadband-plan.htm

Telstra and Optus confirm their respective iPad microSIM prepaid broadband starter kits will go on sale days ahead of the iPad’s launch this Friday.]]> Mon, 24 May 2010 17:49:26 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstras-live-trial-of-dual-channel-next-g-kicks-up-to-22mbps.htm http://apcmag.com//telstras-live-trial-of-dual-channel-next-g-kicks-up-to-22mbps.htm

The world’s first live over-the-air test of ‘dual channel’ 3G HSPA+ on Telstra’s Next G network doubles download speeds to 22Mbps ‘under controlled conditions’.]]> Wed, 19 May 2010 15:43:46 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optus-to-allow-ipad-3g-data-rollover-up-to-15gb-up-to-six-months.htm http://apcmag.com//optus-to-allow-ipad-3g-data-rollover-up-to-15gb-up-to-six-months.htm

Optus confirms that data rollover will be available across all of its nine ‘microSIM’ prepaid iPad 3G plans, with as much as 15GB able to be carried over for six months at a time.]]> Wed, 19 May 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//blackberry-bold-slider-with-blackberry-6-os-set-for-mid-year-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//blackberry-bold-slider-with-blackberry-6-os-set-for-mid-year-launch.htm

RIM’s anticipated Bold 9800 slider, which combines a QWERTY keyboard with a touchscreen and packs the new BlackBerry 6 OS, counts down to a mid-year debut.]]> Tue, 18 May 2010 11:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-apple-ipad-3g-nextg-prepaid-plans-data-rollover.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-apple-ipad-3g-nextg-prepaid-plans-data-rollover.htm

Telstra will permit unused data on its pre-paid iPad 3G plans to be carried forward into the following month rather than expire at the 30 day use-by period, but there’s a catch...]]> Tue, 18 May 2010 07:40:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-australian-launch-date.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-australian-launch-date.htm

Too many orders or not enough iPads? Either way, if you haven't already placed your pre-order for the iPad you'll have to wait until at least June 8th for delivery. ]]> Thu, 13 May 2010 10:49:34 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telcos-bait-the-hook-with-ipad-3g-plans.htm http://apcmag.com//telcos-bait-the-hook-with-ipad-3g-plans.htm

Apple’s decision to sell the iPad as an unlocked device for prepaid 3G sees carriers eagerly competing for customers who can easily sample and switch networks.]]> Wed, 12 May 2010 14:58:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-blackberry-pearl-3g-nextg.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-blackberry-pearl-3g-nextg.htm

Telstra has scooped up the new BlackBerry Pearl 9100 3G smartphone for an exclusive launch later this month. ]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 15:59:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-optus-prepaid-plans.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-optus-prepaid-plans.htm

Optus 'microSIM' plans for the iPad 3G kick off at $15 for 500MB, stretch to $130 for 14GB, with expiry periods ranging from 15 days to six months.]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 12:07:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-announces-new-next-g-cap-plans-double-allowances-free-data.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-announces-new-next-g-cap-plans-double-allowances-free-data.htm

Has hell just frozen over? Telstra has radically improved its Next G cap plans, making it far more competitive in price with other networks.]]> Mon, 10 May 2010 14:13:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-optus-plans-prepaid.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-optus-plans-prepaid.htm

Optus will offer month-by-month 3G plans for the Apple iPad starting at $20 for 2GB, along with prepaid plans.]]> Sun, 09 May 2010 13:43:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-telstra-next-g-plans-prepaid.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-telstra-next-g-plans-prepaid.htm

Telstra reveals its prepaid Next G plans for Apple's 3G iPad, spanning from $20 for 1GB to $100 for 12GB, all with 30 day expiry.]]> Sun, 09 May 2010 12:25:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-australian-launch-release-date-price-pricing.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-ipad-3g-australian-launch-release-date-price-pricing.htm

The iPad finally arrives in Australia on Friday May 28 with pre-orders from this coming Monday; Wi-Fi models will start at $629 and 3G at $799.]]> Fri, 07 May 2010 23:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dual-format-sim-cards-start-to-appear.htm http://apcmag.com//dual-format-sim-cards-start-to-appear.htm

There may be no need to be tied into the iPad 3G’s microSIM format and the telcos who support it, if smart carriers start adopting the new dual-SIM card format.]]> Wed, 05 May 2010 00:36:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-giving-away-htc-desire-to-social-media-reviewers.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-giving-away-htc-desire-to-social-media-reviewers.htm

Want the oh-so-desirable HTC Desire but wary of Telstra’s $779 up-front price tag? The carrier is giving away 25 of the Android smartphones in a new ‘social review’ program.]]> Tue, 04 May 2010 10:38:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-cuts-smartphone-data-costs.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-cuts-smartphone-data-costs.htm

Prices are down and data allowances are up for the bolt-on Browsing Packs – but consumers are still paying up to twice as much as business customers for the same data.]]> Tue, 04 May 2010 09:33:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-releases-gps-fix-for-htc-desire.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-releases-gps-fix-for-htc-desire.htm

Quick work by Telstra and HTC offers Desire customers the choice between an over-the-air firmware update and a downloadable ROM image to let their smartphone see those GPS birds.]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:33:15 +1000 http://apcmag.com//carriers-lined-up-to-launch-sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-x10.htm http://apcmag.com//carriers-lined-up-to-launch-sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-x10.htm

VHA’s 3 network has already landed the Xperia X10, Telstra launches next Tuesday and both Optus and Vodafone are expected to follow within the next fortnight.]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:59:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nokia-previews-first-smartphone-based-on-open-source-symbian-os.htm http://apcmag.com//nokia-previews-first-smartphone-based-on-open-source-symbian-os.htm

Nokia’s touchscreen N8 marks the first in a new series of devices built around the new open-source Symbian 3 platform.]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-rushes-to-fix-wonky-gps-on-htc-desire.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-rushes-to-fix-wonky-gps-on-htc-desire.htm

Can’t get a GPS lock with your shiny new HTC Desire smartphone? Telstra says that a software SNAFU is the reason and is rushing to issue a fix “as a matter of urgency”.]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:20:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optus-confirms-3g-plans-for-ipads-aussie-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//optus-confirms-3g-plans-for-ipads-aussie-launch.htm

As expected, Optus joins Telstra, Vodafone and 3 as all Aussie 3G carriers offer a group hug to Apple’s delayed iPad.]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:03:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-confirms-dedicated-ipad-plans-for-next-g.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-confirms-dedicated-ipad-plans-for-next-g.htm

Telstra follows Vodafone and 3 in announcing it’ll have Next G plans primed and ready for the iPad’s Aussie launch.]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:35:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-launches-sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-x10-on-may-4th.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-launches-sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-x10-on-may-4th.htm

Telstra adds a second Android phone to its roster from next month, with the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 starting at $99/month or $1,099 outright.]]> Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:42:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-x10-launch-this-month-on-all-aussie-3g-networks.htm http://apcmag.com//sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-x10-launch-this-month-on-all-aussie-3g-networks.htm

The first Android smartphone from Sony Ericsson hits Australia later this month on Optus, Telstra, Vodafone and Three, on contract and outright sale.]]> Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:51:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-to-launch-htc-desire-on-april-27-from-60month-780-outright.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-to-launch-htc-desire-on-april-27-from-60month-780-outright.htm

HTC’s Android-powered Desire smartphone will make its Aussie debut on Telstra’s Next G network next month with plans starting at $60 per month.]]> Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:15:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//give-poor-huawei-a-break.htm http://apcmag.com//give-poor-huawei-a-break.htm

opinion Telstra has selected Chinese network maker Huawei for its 4G/LTE network trial. Let's stop the Chinese spy propaganda right now.]]> Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:58:29 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-looks-to-3g-for-its-2010-netbook-push.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-looks-to-3g-for-its-2010-netbook-push.htm

The Korean colossus is set to sharpen its focus on 3G-enabled netbooks and will shortly add Vodafone to its set of telco partners for mobile broadband.]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:59:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-unveils-satcow.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-unveils-satcow.htm

Telstra has unveiled a new transportable mobile network base station called a Satellite Cell on Wheels (SatCOW) using satellite transmission to fuel a Next G mobile network tower.]]> Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:09:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-upsizes-next-g-prepaid-mobile-broadband-plans.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-upsizes-next-g-prepaid-mobile-broadband-plans.htm

Telstra's new Next G prepaid wireless plans come with 1GB free upfront, plus up to six months expiry on recharges -- can anyone say "perfect for Apple iPad?"]]> Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:13:40 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-snares-android-powered-htc-desire-for-april-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-snares-android-powered-htc-desire-for-april-launch.htm

Despite a three-month exclusivity deal on HTC’s new flagship Android smartphone, Telstra promises pricing will be “very aggressive’.]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-gears-up-for-ipads-boost-to-prepaid-next-g.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-gears-up-for-ipads-boost-to-prepaid-next-g.htm

Telstra sees the forthcoming release of the iPad as a pick-me-up for pre-paid mobile broadband.]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-dual-carrier-42mbps-smartphones-over-a-year-away.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-dual-carrier-42mbps-smartphones-over-a-year-away.htm

Smartphones built to take advantage of Telstra’s twin-channel Next G network won’t arrive until at least 2011, says Telstra exec.]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htc-unveils-hd-mini-smartphone.htm http://apcmag.com//htc-unveils-hd-mini-smartphone.htm

HTC’s deliciously big-screen HD2 is downsized into the new HD Mini, with Telstra tipped as the Australian launch partner.]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htc-launches-android-powered-desire-and-legend-smartphones.htm http://apcmag.com//htc-launches-android-powered-desire-and-legend-smartphones.htm

HTC has added two more Android smartphones to its mobile mix, both running Android 2.1 plus an enhanced Sense UI packed with sweet new features.]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-boosts-real-world-next-g-data-speeds-to-8mbps.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-boosts-real-world-next-g-data-speeds-to-8mbps.htm

A ‘dual carrier’ upgrade to Telstra’s Next G network will use two data channels to double network speed to 42MBs for real-world rates in excess of 8Mbps.]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:59:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//card-tricks-why-apple-put-a-microsim-into-the-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com//card-tricks-why-apple-put-a-microsim-into-the-ipad.htm

The 3G iPad will come unlocked and ready to use with any prepaid mobile broadband service – provided the carrier uses the new microSIM card format.]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:50:07 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-unveils-19-for-1gb-next-g-broadband-prices.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-unveils-19-for-1gb-next-g-broadband-prices.htm

The new pricing would be ideal for iPhone users -- the only catch is that you need to have an ABN number to qualify.]]> Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:59:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-ceo-delivers-on-promise-to-reduce-pricing.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-ceo-delivers-on-promise-to-reduce-pricing.htm

Telstra has lopped prices and done away with excess usage fees on its BigPond Next G wireless broadband services.]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2010 13:43:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-finally-enables-iphone-tethering-blames-apple-for-delay.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-finally-enables-iphone-tethering-blames-apple-for-delay.htm

Nearly five months after Apple first launched iPhone tethering, the big telco has switched on the feature for customers, blaming Apple for the delay.]]> Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:44:31 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htc-exec-no-plans-for-telstra-next-g-hero.htm http://apcmag.com//htc-exec-no-plans-for-telstra-next-g-hero.htm

HTC confirms it has no plans to release a Next G version of its Hero smartphone in Australia, despite a compatible 850MHz 3G model being available in North America.]]> Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-and-vodafone-roll-out-blackberry-bold-9700.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-and-vodafone-roll-out-blackberry-bold-9700.htm

Telstra is first past the post, with its Next G Bold 9700 on sale from tomorrow, while Vodafone circles December 2nd and unveils new ‘unlimited’ $99 plans.]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:07:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-ceo-iphone-tethering-for-next-g-coming-soon.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-ceo-iphone-tethering-for-next-g-coming-soon.htm

Better late than never, Telstra boss David Thodey says the carrier is working with Apple to enable Next G tethering on the iPhone.]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:16:54 +1000 http://apcmag.com//htcs-challenge-what-price-a-hero.htm http://apcmag.com//htcs-challenge-what-price-a-hero.htm

Will HTC’s decision to sidestep the subsidised handset plans of mobile phone carriers and sell the Hero and Tattoo outright help or hinder its new Android smartphones? ]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:22:46 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dse-offers-dell-mini-9-3g-netbooks-unlocked-for-549.htm http://apcmag.com//dse-offers-dell-mini-9-3g-netbooks-unlocked-for-549.htm

It’s not the newest netbook on the market but at $549 with an inbuilt and unlocked 3G modem the pint-sized Mini 9 is a pretty sweet deal...]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-deals-on-the-blackberry-bold-9700.htm http://apcmag.com//best-deals-on-the-blackberry-bold-9700.htm

BlackBerry fans eager to upgrade to the new Bold 9700 are scooping them up from overseas stores and back-channel importers – and at less than $700, who can blame them?]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:14:04 +1000 http://apcmag.com//blackberry-bold-9700-launches.htm http://apcmag.com//blackberry-bold-9700-launches.htm

Telstra, Optus and the Vodafone-3 alliance now known as VHA are all lined up to carry the new Bold 9700, a smartphone described as “the best BlackBerry ever”.]]> Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:50:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//rtim-unveils-blackberry-bold-9700.htm http://apcmag.com//rtim-unveils-blackberry-bold-9700.htm

Take the best BlackBerry to date, trim the size but spec up the features, and you’ve got the new BlackBerry Bold 9700.]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:06:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-htc-and-telstra-to-launch-windows-mobile-65-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-htc-and-telstra-to-launch-windows-mobile-65-this-week.htm

Microsoft is set to lift the covers off Windows Mobile 6.5 this Wednesday, with local launch partners Telstra and HTC joining in for the occasion.]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:08:42 +1000 http://apcmag.com//rim-releases-blackberry-desktop-software-for-mac.htm http://apcmag.com//rim-releases-blackberry-desktop-software-for-mac.htm

Mac users can finally enjoy a first-class BlackBerry experience thanks to RIM’s just-released Blackberry Desktop Manager for Mac OS.]]> Sun, 04 Oct 2009 23:46:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hands-on-dells-super-slim-16-inch-latitude-z-.htm http://apcmag.com//hands-on-dells-super-slim-16-inch-latitude-z-.htm

With a generous 16 inch HD screen, the new Dell Latitude Z adds both ‘luxe' and 'large’ to the thin-and-light mantra.]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:46:07 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sydney-wide-iphone-test-which-carrier-has-best-speed-and-coverage.htm http://apcmag.com//sydney-wide-iphone-test-which-carrier-has-best-speed-and-coverage.htm

Four networks, 150 locations and one sprawling city - Sydney’s most thorough testing of iPhone carriers reveals the winners and sinners for speed and coverage.]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:09:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstras-massive-nerve-centre-exposed.htm http://apcmag.com//telstras-massive-nerve-centre-exposed.htm

Telstra has marked the 10th anniversary of its jumbo-sized Global Operations Centre in Melbourne by throwing the doors open to media.]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:34:44 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-lands-blackberry-wanna-be-htc-snap.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-lands-blackberry-wanna-be-htc-snap.htm

HTC’s Snap boasts familiar Berry-esque design and features but starts at $100/month when paired with Telstra’s push email service.]]> Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:48:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-preps-android-smartphone-for-aussie-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-preps-android-smartphone-for-aussie-launch.htm

Next month sees Samsung roll out its full line of touchscreen ‘Icon’ mobiles, among them the Android-powered Galaxy Icon.]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:17:42 +1000 http://apcmag.com//vodafone-cuts-prepaid-mobile-broadband-adds-2gb-bonus.htm http://apcmag.com//vodafone-cuts-prepaid-mobile-broadband-adds-2gb-bonus.htm

Vodafone drops the price of its Prepaid Mobile Broadband Starter Pack to $119 and extends the promo date for its bonus 2GB of data to get you started.]]> Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:58:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sony-ericcsons-rachel-set-to-join-android-friends.htm http://apcmag.com//sony-ericcsons-rachel-set-to-join-android-friends.htm

It’s codenamed Rachel but we’ll see this Android-powered smartphone debut as the Xperia X3 and sporting a custom Sony Ericsson UI.]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:29:31 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-slashes-adamo-notebook-by-1500.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-slashes-adamo-notebook-by-1500.htm

It’s a case of ‘better late than never’ as the ultra-portable, ultra-chic and ultra-expensive Dell Adamo plummets to the realm of affordability after a whopping $1,500 price cut!]]> Sat, 18 Jul 2009 16:20:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//3-slashes-its-own-iphone-pricing-but-drops-500mb-bonus-for-iphone-3gs.htm http://apcmag.com//3-slashes-its-own-iphone-pricing-but-drops-500mb-bonus-for-iphone-3gs.htm

Mere days after announcing its iPhone pricing, 3 has halved the monthly handset cost across most plans, but the 500MB bonus on the $49 cap has been dropped.]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2009 09:48:29 +1000 http://apcmag.com//laptop-connect-offers-short-term-mobile-broadband-hookup.htm http://apcmag.com//laptop-connect-offers-short-term-mobile-broadband-hookup.htm

Innovative ‘short term hire’ program offers a Next G modem from $5 to $11 per day, including around 140MB of daily data.]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:50:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//3s-new-iphone-3gs-plans-to-start-at-57month-free-on-79month-with-1gb.htm http://apcmag.com//3s-new-iphone-3gs-plans-to-start-at-57month-free-on-79month-with-1gb.htm

The 3G-only carrier gears up for this Friday’s release of the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS with both prepaid and contract plans, but with an additional $200 to unlock your iPhone.]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:14:15 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iphone-30-to-get-data-tethering-through-telstra-optus-and-vodafone.htm http://apcmag.com//iphone-30-to-get-data-tethering-through-telstra-optus-and-vodafone.htm

All three of Australia’s iPhone carriers will support iPhone-to-laptop data tethering through Apple’s new iPhone 3.0 OS.]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:57:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//prepaid-wireless-mobile-broadband-optus-telstra-three-and-vodafone-compared.htm http://apcmag.com//prepaid-wireless-mobile-broadband-optus-telstra-three-and-vodafone-compared.htm

Vodafone has joined its rivals in offering 3G wireless broadband to prepaid customers. So which telco offers the best value for your ‘pay as you go’ mobile broadband buck?]]> Mon, 04 May 2009 21:57:02 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-ultratouch-is-ultra-sneaky.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-ultratouch-is-ultra-sneaky.htm

What other phone lets you fake an incoming call, complete with pre-recorded dialogue, so you can escape from a boring meeting or social situation?]]> Mon, 04 May 2009 16:44:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//internode-adds-3g-wireless-data-to-its-broadband-menu.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-adds-3g-wireless-data-to-its-broadband-menu.htm

The popular ISP’s new NodeMobile Data plans repackage Optus 3G from $15 per month for 250MB, with excess usage blocks starting at $10 for 250MB.]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:01:36 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstras-next-hiptop-gets-3g-and-gps-taps-into-twitter.htm http://apcmag.com//telstras-next-hiptop-gets-3g-and-gps-taps-into-twitter.htm

Due for US release next month the Hiptop LX 2009, aka Sidekick, gets a high-tech overhaul with HSDPA 3G, a GPS receiver and a range of social networking clients.]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2009 22:12:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mobile-broadband-busts-loose.htm http://apcmag.com//mobile-broadband-busts-loose.htm

Vodafone’s new 900MHz 3G network and Three’s roaming deal with Next G help mobile broadband stay connected beyond the ‘big smoke’.]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:33:45 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mobile-carriers-seek-to-block-skype-on-iphone-blackberry.htm http://apcmag.com//mobile-carriers-seek-to-block-skype-on-iphone-blackberry.htm

A legal stoush is brewing between carriers and consumers regarding the use of VoIP over 3G mobile phones.]]> Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:18:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//three-gears-up-for-next-g-roaming-slashes-roaming-data-rates-to-50cmb.htm http://apcmag.com//three-gears-up-for-next-g-roaming-slashes-roaming-data-rates-to-50cmb.htm

Smartphone and mobile broadband customers of Three’s limited 3G-only network will soon be able to roam onto Telstra’s fast and far-reaching Next G network for 'just' 50c per MB.]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2009 19:41:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra-to-introduce-android-smartphone-in-second-half-of-2009.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra-to-introduce-android-smartphone-in-second-half-of-2009.htm

Telstra reveals to APC that it will release an Android phone on Next G before the year is out.]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iphonelike_htc_touch_hd_set_for_aussie_launch.htm http://apcmag.com//iphonelike_htc_touch_hd_set_for_aussie_launch.htm

HTC’s Touch HD smartphone has a huge, lush high-res screen -- twice the resolution of the iPhone 3G's.]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telcos_slash_mobile_broadband_prices_in_time_for_christmas.htm http://apcmag.com//telcos_slash_mobile_broadband_prices_in_time_for_christmas.htm

As Christmas fast approaches some telcos have taken the opportunity to make substantial cuts to their on mobile broadband offerings. They've also rejigged iPhone pricing too.]]> Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra_next_g_network_hit_by_software_glitch.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra_next_g_network_hit_by_software_glitch.htm

Telstra execs may have been rubbing their hands in glee at Optus' 3G misfortunes, but now its own Next G network has been hit by a software glitch.]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:21:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//why_i_switched_to_telstra.htm http://apcmag.com//why_i_switched_to_telstra.htm

OPINION | I think Optus' 3G network is just screwed, to be honest.]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:44:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//double_the_price_optus_hikes_wireless_charges.htm http://apcmag.com//double_the_price_optus_hikes_wireless_charges.htm

Optus has hiked the prices of its prepaid wireless broadband service -- up to double the price on some plans -- just weeks after launching the service.]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:31:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstras_new_prepaid_wireless_broadband__be_careful_with_the_topups.htm http://apcmag.com//telstras_new_prepaid_wireless_broadband__be_careful_with_the_topups.htm

Telstra becomes the second Australian telco to offer prepaid wireless 3G broadband -- but like its rival Optus, offers a potentially nasty pricing twist in its plans.]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:51:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sting_in_the_tail_for_optus_prepaid_wireless_broadband_plans.htm http://apcmag.com//sting_in_the_tail_for_optus_prepaid_wireless_broadband_plans.htm

Optus' new prepaid wireless broadband plans look good on the surface but come with a nasty sting in the tail.]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:01:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//newest_blackberry_makes_a_bold_debut.htm http://apcmag.com//newest_blackberry_makes_a_bold_debut.htm

It’s finally here – well, sort of. Despite today’s official launch, the 3G smartphone won’t land in our hands for at least another three weeks.]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside_toshibas_new_notebook_tech.htm http://apcmag.com//inside_toshibas_new_notebook_tech.htm

New to Toshiba’s Winter 2008 laptop line-up: 18 inch screens, quad-core HD video processors, 128GB solid state drives, inbuilt 3G, eSATA ports and FM radios!]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra_launches_next_g_wireless_gateway.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra_launches_next_g_wireless_gateway.htm

Can’t get ADSL or cable, or leech off your neighbour’s wireless network? Telstra’s new gateways convert Next G into Wi-Fi.]]> Sat, 26 Jul 2008 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//revealed_the_best_global_roaming_data_deals_for_your_iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//revealed_the_best_global_roaming_data_deals_for_your_iphone.htm

Travelling with your iPhone overseas? Here's the best value for your data-roaming dollar!]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//save_money__use_bigpond_maths.htm http://apcmag.com//save_money__use_bigpond_maths.htm

Here's how to use Telstra's illogical pricing against it to save money. ]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:24:11 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra_hits_optus_with_iphone_legal_threat.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra_hits_optus_with_iphone_legal_threat.htm

Telstra has threatened Optus with legal action over its claims that the iPhone will be able to use Optus' upcoming HSDPA network with 98% coverage.]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:27:56 +1000