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//final-freeway-2r-a-heartfelt-homage-to-80s-arcade-racer-out-run.htm http://apcmag.com//final-freeway-2r-a-heartfelt-homage-to-80s-arcade-racer-out-run.htm

In an apps industry rife with instant clones of the most successful games, it's heartening to see an indie tribute to a near-forgotten genre: the sprite-based arcade racer.]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:09:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-speaks-on-chrome-for-android-beta-ice-cream-sandwich-is-the-baseline.htm http://apcmag.com//google-speaks-on-chrome-for-android-beta-ice-cream-sandwich-is-the-baseline.htm

Google has released Chrome for Android Beta, adeptly tailoring its desktop browser to the mobile platform with a number of neat touches. The downside? It's Ice Cream Sandwich only.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:46 +1000 http://apcmag.com//android-market-mania-continues-10-cents-today-for-fruit-ninja-reckless-racing-airsync-more.htm http://apcmag.com//android-market-mania-continues-10-cents-today-for-fruit-ninja-reckless-racing-airsync-more.htm

Whether you're a gamer, a music lover, a widget freak or a Read It Later procrastinator, there's something worthwhile in Android Market's 10-cent sale for you today.]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:08:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-android-frag-lag-more-than-half-users-still-stuck-on-froyo-22.htm http://apcmag.com//the-android-frag-lag-more-than-half-users-still-stuck-on-froyo-22.htm

Despite booming growth on smartphones, one huge factor holding Android back is the divided nature of its OS share, with as many as nine Android iterations live in the field.]]> Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:00:53 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-checkout-a-minor-case-of-support-cop-out.htm http://apcmag.com//google-checkout-a-minor-case-of-support-cop-out.htm

A mini grievance marred Friday morning: some app purchases wouldn't complete on Android Market. But a little personalised support would go a long way, Google.]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:31:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-android-august-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-android-august-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your Android smartphone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:13:26 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hack-airplay-and-air-video-for-android.htm http://apcmag.com//hack-airplay-and-air-video-for-android.htm

When it comes to solutions for streaming media between your devices, Apple is starting to lose its advantage.]]> Sun, 31 Jul 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-major-player-for-the-playbook-blackberry-adopts-android.htm http://apcmag.com//new-major-player-for-the-playbook-blackberry-adopts-android.htm

With the PlayBook's US launch less than a month away, RIM has drawn an ace out of its sleeve with the announcement that the BlackBerry tablet will also run Android apps.]]> Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:37:34 +1000 http://apcmag.com//developing-for-android-part-2-of-our-which-app-store-is-right-for-you-series-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//developing-for-android-part-2-of-our-which-app-store-is-right-for-you-series-this-week.htm

So, you want to make your mark in the smartphone and tablet market, but you're not sure which platform is a sure bet? We assess the app stores from a developer’s perspective.]]> Tue, 08 Feb 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//in-depth-review-htc-desire-outguns-the-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//in-depth-review-htc-desire-outguns-the-iphone.htm

Sorry Apple fanboys, but the HTC Desire is set to bitch-slap the iPhone back to Cupertino.]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 09:45:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//motorola-milestone-is-this-the-droid-we-are-looking-for.htm http://apcmag.com//motorola-milestone-is-this-the-droid-we-are-looking-for.htm

The marketing tagline for this blockbuster Android phone is "Droid Does, iDont" -- squarely mocking the iPhone. So does it live up to expectations?]]> Sun, 27 Dec 2009 14:54:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//optus-deliberately-blocking-android-paid-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//optus-deliberately-blocking-android-paid-apps.htm

EXCLUSIVE | Optus is blocking owners of Android mobile phones from buying paid apps from the Android store, while locking users into long service contracts.]]> Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:13:25 +1000