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//windows-8-touchscreen-tablets-convertibles-and-hybrid-devices.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-8-touchscreen-tablets-convertibles-and-hybrid-devices.htm

The launch of Windows 8 brings with it a diverse range of new touchscreen-driven portable devices.]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:24:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-case-for-teleworking-plus-top-5-work-at-home-productivity-tips.htm http://apcmag.com//the-case-for-teleworking-plus-top-5-work-at-home-productivity-tips.htm

Working at home is often dreamed of by jealous office colleagues, but there are real reasons why it's the way forward for progressive workplaces.]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-set-up-the-perfect-teleworking-environment.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-set-up-the-perfect-teleworking-environment.htm

Teleworking (aka working from home) is increasing fast as new technology and communications make it possible. Here's how to make the most of it.]]> Sat, 08 Oct 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-puts-printer-drivers-into-firmware-for-usb-plug-and-print-setup.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-puts-printer-drivers-into-firmware-for-usb-plug-and-print-setup.htm

Aiming to speed up and simplify printer setup, HP is now burning printer drivers into the printer’s own flash memory. Plus: new ‘Auto-On’ mode reduces standby power to 1 watt.]]> Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:06:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-apple-macbook-pro-notebooks-get-core-i5-and-core-i7-chips.htm http://apcmag.com//new-apple-macbook-pro-notebooks-get-core-i5-and-core-i7-chips.htm

Apple’s update to the MacBook Pro family introduces Intel’s latest Core i5 and Core i7 processors, souped-up switchable graphics, up to 10 hours battery life – and a price cut!]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:12:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//15-days-left-to-claim-50-tax-rebate-on-tech.htm http://apcmag.com//15-days-left-to-claim-50-tax-rebate-on-tech.htm

If you’re nominally running a small business – even as a sole trader – you’ve got just two weeks to pick up a new PC or associated hardware and claim a 50% tax rebate.]]> Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:18:34 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-cancels-first-gen-larrabee-graphics-processor.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-cancels-first-gen-larrabee-graphics-processor.htm

Citing delays in both the silicon and software, Intel says the multicore x86 graphics superslab is on hold due to a “reset” of the company’s GPU strategy.]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:13:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-home-server-gets-power-pack-3-update-next-week.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-home-server-gets-power-pack-3-update-next-week.htm

Got Windows 7 on your PCs and a Windows Home Server box sitting in the corner? Then you’ll want to grab the Power Pack 3 update as soon as it’s released next week.]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//who-makes-the-most-reliable-and-least-reliable-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//who-makes-the-most-reliable-and-least-reliable-notebooks.htm

Asus and Toshiba lead the laptop pack for reliability, says a US survey, but almost one in four notebooks from HP, Acer and Gateway are “expected to malfunction in three years”.]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:49:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsofts-online-store-us-now-selling-pcs-and-third-party-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//microsofts-online-store-us-now-selling-pcs-and-third-party-apps.htm

Other things are afoot from Microsoft today, besides the launch of Windows 7, its US online store has had a major makeover and now offers PCs and software from other publishers]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-7-hardware-from-microsoft-emerges.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-hardware-from-microsoft-emerges.htm

Even we find it hard to get excited about a mouse and keyboard set but, hey, this one has the "Compatible with Windows 7" logo on it.]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//laptop-drives-hit-1tb.htm http://apcmag.com//laptop-drives-hit-1tb.htm

So you need 1,000GB to go? Western Digital has just launched the first 1TB notebook hard drive, and Seagate is set to follow...]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:52:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//wireless-usb-on-the-way.htm http://apcmag.com//wireless-usb-on-the-way.htm

If the computing experience is to get better, doing away with those pesky wires is a good step. Cut up another cable with the advent of wireless USB.]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:24:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-to-open-retail-stores-this-year.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-to-open-retail-stores-this-year.htm

The first Microsoft store will open in time for the Windows 7 launch this October – with some located “right next door to Apple stores”, the company promises.]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:38:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-hardware-to-add-windows-7-features.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-hardware-to-add-windows-7-features.htm

What would be the point of a new OS if you couldn't flog all-new versions of your old hardware with some new bells and whistles?]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:10:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dick-smith-to-sell-dell.htm http://apcmag.com//dick-smith-to-sell-dell.htm

Prospective buyers of Dell desktops and laptops will now be able to get hands-on with selected models at a Dick Smith store.]]> Mon, 04 May 2009 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//usb-30-cables-now-on-sale-but-hubs-still-a-year-away.htm http://apcmag.com//usb-30-cables-now-on-sale-but-hubs-still-a-year-away.htm

An online store is now selling USB 3.0 ‘SuperSpeed’ cables which bend the needle at up to 5Gbit/s – provided you can conjure up some USB 3.0 hardware.]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:32:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hands-on-installing-windows-7-on-an-old-laptop.htm http://apcmag.com//hands-on-installing-windows-7-on-an-old-laptop.htm

A common question is "will I be able to install Windows 7 on my old PC?" We find out by digging out an old laptop and trying for ourselves. ]]> Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:50:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//bmw-designworksusa-builds-thermaltake-an-odd-pc-case.htm http://apcmag.com//bmw-designworksusa-builds-thermaltake-an-odd-pc-case.htm

ThermalTake Level 10 -- the PC case that architect Frank Lloyd Wright would have approved of.]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hackers-start-p2p-bank.htm http://apcmag.com//hackers-start-p2p-bank.htm

Borrowing money from a bank is tough at the moment, but not for hackers -- they have simply started their own bank. ]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:20:00 +1000