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//intel-shows-sandy-bridge-cpu-at-49ghz.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-shows-sandy-bridge-cpu-at-49ghz.htm

Intel has demonstrated one of its new Sandy Bridge enthusiast desktop CPUs overclocked to 4.9GHz, with air-cooling only.]]> Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:49:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-cpus-can-turbo-boost-all-four-cores.htm http://apcmag.com//sandy-bridge-cpus-can-turbo-boost-all-four-cores.htm

Intel's new "Second Generation Core Processors" -- codenamed Sandy Bridge -- can bump up the clock speed on all the cores, not just one.]]> Tue, 14 Sep 2010 05:28:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//fujitsu-amps-up-mid-size-lifebook-laptop.htm http://apcmag.com//fujitsu-amps-up-mid-size-lifebook-laptop.htm

This 15.6 inch notebook offers a little more muscle for your money, says Fujitsu, with the $1,199 LifeBook AH530 packing a Core i5 processor and 500GB hard drive.]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:08:38 +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//samsung-toughens-up-just-a-bit-with-r-series-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-toughens-up-just-a-bit-with-r-series-notebooks.htm

Starting from $999, Samsung’s two new mid-size laptops sport a scratch-resistant finish, Core i3 and Core i5 engines and very un-Samsung colours.]]> Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:57:48 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-debuts-q-series-thin-and-light-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-debuts-q-series-thin-and-light-notebooks.htm

The 13.3 inch Q330 packs a Core i3 processor, switchable Intel HD and nVidia GeForce graphics into a tapered sub-2kg chassis for $1,199.]]> Sun, 25 Jul 2010 14:32:48 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intels-mobile-cpu-roadmap-reveals-revved-up-core-i7-laptops.htm http://apcmag.com//intels-mobile-cpu-roadmap-reveals-revved-up-core-i7-laptops.htm

Leaked slides from Intel’s mobile processor roadmap show the Core i7 remains star of the show, hitting 2.8GHz in a standard dual-core chassis and 1.46GHz in ULV versions.]]> Wed, 02 Jun 2010 19:25:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//up-next-for-apple-new-macbook-and-macbook-air.htm http://apcmag.com//up-next-for-apple-new-macbook-and-macbook-air.htm

Apple’s cheapest and sleekest laptops are both due for an upgrade, with the budget-priced MacBook first cab off the rank...]]> Tue, 18 May 2010 09:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-revs-up-laptop-family-with-inspiron-15r.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-revs-up-laptop-family-with-inspiron-15r.htm

Slim stylish notebooks pack Core i3 and Core i5 engines into brushed aluminium chassis starting at $949.]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:53:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-releases-six-core-desktop-cpu-from-a255.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-releases-six-core-desktop-cpu-from-a255.htm

Phenom II X6 ‘Thuban’ superslabs run six cores at 2.8GHz or 3.2GHz, with ‘Turbo Core’ boost to redline at 3.3GHz and 3.6GHz.]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:02:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nvidia-slams-intel-for-chipset-lockout-on-core-processors.htm http://apcmag.com//nvidia-slams-intel-for-chipset-lockout-on-core-processors.htm

Talking up Web video and photo editing as apps which benefit from better graphics, Nvidia slams Intel’s decision to block graphics-tuned chipsets from the latest Core processors.]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//back-to-boom-times-for-the-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//back-to-boom-times-for-the-pc.htm

Global PC shipments jumped by 24% in the first quarter of the year, with 79 million desktops, notebooks and netbooks sold around the world.]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//so-you-bought-a-macbook-pro-last-week-and-now-its-the-old-model.htm http://apcmag.com//so-you-bought-a-macbook-pro-last-week-and-now-its-the-old-model.htm

If your just-purchased Apple notebook was superceded by today’s MacBook Pro refresh, here’s how to swap your ‘new old’ MacBook Pro for a totally 'new new' one.]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:16:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-preps-new-sandy-bridge-processor-wave-for-core-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-preps-new-sandy-bridge-processor-wave-for-core-2011.htm

All-new 32nm design will replace the Nehalem microarchitecture for desktops and laptops in Intel’s Core 2011 processor launch.]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:06:39 +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//apple-preps-new-notebooks-and-iphone-os-40.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-preps-new-notebooks-and-iphone-os-40.htm

April will be a busy month for Apple with the unveilling of iPhone OS 4.0 later this week and new MacBook, MacBook Pro and MacBook Air notebooks tipped for the end of the month.]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 11:32:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-ups-the-core-count.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-ups-the-core-count.htm

Today’s launch of the Nehalem EX-based Xeon series introduces the chipmaker’s first eight-core processor, and foretells a push beyond quad-core in the mainstream space.]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:18:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-gives-up-the-goods-on-new-x-slim-x360.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-gives-up-the-goods-on-new-x-slim-x360.htm

New thin ultraportable packs a Core i5 punch.]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-studio-1558-touch-and-1749-touch-notebooks-surface.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-studio-1558-touch-and-1749-touch-notebooks-surface.htm

Dell quietly unveils new Studio notebooks via digital catalog in US with no official announcement.]]> Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intels-six-core-desktop-core-i7-gulftown-chip-ready-to-rumble.htm http://apcmag.com//intels-six-core-desktop-core-i7-gulftown-chip-ready-to-rumble.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:43:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//rumors-point-to-macbook-pro-update-next-month.htm http://apcmag.com//rumors-point-to-macbook-pro-update-next-month.htm

MacBook Pro to finally get its Intel Core i5 upgrade next month?]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-reveals-new-c-series-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-reveals-new-c-series-notebooks.htm

MSI drops new 15.6-inch and 16-inch mainstream notebooks with Intel Core i3 or i5 power.]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nec-announces-new-comptuer-models.htm http://apcmag.com//nec-announces-new-comptuer-models.htm

NEC jumps on Core i5 and N450 bandwagon with new computers]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-email-leaks-macbook-pro-core-i5-update.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-email-leaks-macbook-pro-core-i5-update.htm

Intel email has let the fruit out of the bag.]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-uses-itunes-and-soccer-for-performance-benchmarking.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-uses-itunes-and-soccer-for-performance-benchmarking.htm

CES 2010: Who needs a formal benchmark when Apple's software is available?]]> Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:24:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//lenovo-updates-t410s-t410-t510-and-w510-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//lenovo-updates-t410s-t410-t510-and-w510-notebooks.htm

Lenovo updates notebooks with faster CPUs and graphics.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pentium-and-celeron-were-not-dead-yet.htm http://apcmag.com//pentium-and-celeron-were-not-dead-yet.htm

Intel’s hot-to-trot Core brands are getting all the attention at this week’s launch, but there’s also a 32nm Westmere-class Pentium on the menu.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:15:00 +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//intels-mobile-mania-eleven-notebook-chips-in-new-32nm-line.htm http://apcmag.com//intels-mobile-mania-eleven-notebook-chips-in-new-32nm-line.htm

Notebooks sporting Intel’s first 32nm chips will go on sale from January 17th, with processors ranging from basic Core i3 to powerhouse Core i7.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:04:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-ramps-up-core-i5-processor-range.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-ramps-up-core-i5-processor-range.htm

The made-for-mainstream Core processor gets a record eight new editions, from turbo-charged 3.73GHz desktops to ultra-low voltage mobile chips.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:03:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-core-i3-chips-land-for-desktops-and-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//first-core-i3-chips-land-for-desktops-and-notebooks.htm

Intel’s new entry-level processor finally makes its debut, completing the 'good-better-best' lineup beneath the Core i5 and Core i7.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:02:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intels-next-leap-32nm-westmere-system-on-a-chip-arrives.htm http://apcmag.com//intels-next-leap-32nm-westmere-system-on-a-chip-arrives.htm

Today’s 2010 launch for Intel pushes the next-generation 32nm Westmere architecture into the spotlight with desktop and notebook processors for Core i3, Core i5 and Core i7.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:01:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-launches-17-new-chips-in-2010-core-line-up.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-launches-17-new-chips-in-2010-core-line-up.htm

Microsoft may have abandoned year-based versioning for Windows but Intel has picked up the baton to unveil its “all-new 2010 Intel Core processor family”.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-says-no-to-mobile-core-i7-and-i5-cpus-with-integrated-graphics.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-says-no-to-mobile-core-i7-and-i5-cpus-with-integrated-graphics.htm

Apple wants custom version of new CPUs with no graphics.]]> Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:00:00 +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//intel-looks-beyond-silicon-for-processors-past-2017.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-looks-beyond-silicon-for-processors-past-2017.htm

Intel CEO Paul Otellini says that silicon will last for three more generations of processors, when it will be replaced by a new and “very cool” base material.]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:45:41 +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//next-gen-mac-pro-desktop-to-get-core-i9-six-core-cpu.htm http://apcmag.com//next-gen-mac-pro-desktop-to-get-core-i9-six-core-cpu.htm

The rumour mill is spinning up for Apple’s early 2010 releases, with suggestions that a new Mac Pro desktop will mark the debut of Intel’s six-core Xeon ‘Core i9’ superslab.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:32:48 +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//amd-debuts-us99-quad-core-cpu.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-debuts-us99-quad-core-cpu.htm

With its US$99 Athlon II X4, AMD seeks to change the price-performance ratio for desktop PCs.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:16:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-offers-up-powerful-studio-xps-8000-and-9000-desktops.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-offers-up-powerful-studio-xps-8000-and-9000-desktops.htm

New desktop computer form Dell offer Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors with a number of graphics options.]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:00:00 +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//kingston-offers-2133mhz-ram-for-intel-core-i5i7-cpus.htm http://apcmag.com//kingston-offers-2133mhz-ram-for-intel-core-i5i7-cpus.htm

New Kingston RAM is perfect for enthusiast PC running Intel Core i7 or Core i5 CPUs.]]> Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:45:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-confirms-core-i3-as-entry-level-nehalem-chip.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-confirms-core-i3-as-entry-level-nehalem-chip.htm

The industry’s worst-kept secret becomes official as Intel reveals the Core i3 processor, due for release in early 2010, as its ‘entry-level’ CPU built on the Nehalem architecture.]]> Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:45:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-launches-first-core-i5-chips-cheaper-core-i7-cpus.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-launches-first-core-i5-chips-cheaper-core-i7-cpus.htm

The powerful ‘Nehalem’ microarchitecture moves into the mainstream with the Core i5-750, a 2.6GHz quad-core which can throttle up to 3.2GHz in single-core ‘Turbo’ mode.]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:20:29 +1000 http://apcmag.com//core-i5-desktop-tag-team.htm http://apcmag.com//core-i5-desktop-tag-team.htm

Intel’s ‘Desktop 2010’ roadmap kicks off with its first 32nm processor headed for mainstream desktop PCs rather than high-end systems.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:26:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-to-debut-quad-core-core-i5-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-to-debut-quad-core-core-i5-this-week.htm

Core i5-ready motherboards will be on show at this week’s Computex expo, but is Intel ready to launch its mainstream Nehalem CPU?]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:00:00 +1000