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//best-apps-for-ios-november-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-november-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Fri, 30 Nov 2012 16:47:13 +1000 http://apcmag.com//beware-of-smartphone-malware.htm http://apcmag.com//beware-of-smartphone-malware.htm

Security threats common to the web are now attacking smartphone users. Jenneth Orantia explains the dangers and what you can do to prevent them.]]> Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:03:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//retro-gamepad-turns-your-iphone-into-a-nintendo-nes.htm http://apcmag.com//retro-gamepad-turns-your-iphone-into-a-nintendo-nes.htm

Fans of vintage gaming on iOS already had the iCade arcade cabinet for iPad, but this cheaper NES-style gamepad looks like an even tastier option.]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:50:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-october-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-october-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup. ]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2012 17:15:02 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-stream-video-to-an-ios-device.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-stream-video-to-an-ios-device.htm

Apple’s iOS platform does a lot of things really well, but one area it doesn’t rate is media streaming. But thankfully, there are a few apps now available that plug this gap.]]> Mon, 24 Sep 2012 18:56:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-august-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-august-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your IOS with our monthly app roundup. ]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:03:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//travelling-with-your-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//travelling-with-your-iphone.htm

Going overseas? Your iPhone can be an invaluable resource for all things travel-related. ]]> Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:32:55 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-july-30-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-july-30-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:03:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-july-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-july-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:58:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-june-18-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-june-18-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 18 Jun 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hacking-siri-on-iphone-or-other-ios-devices.htm http://apcmag.com//hacking-siri-on-iphone-or-other-ios-devices.htm

Siri might be coming to other iOS devices with iOS 6, but in the meantime you can still fix Siri's shortcomings and get it working on other devices with these tweaks.]]> Thu, 14 Jun 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-june-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-june-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Wed, 06 Jun 2012 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hidden-ipad-tricks-in-ios-5.htm http://apcmag.com//hidden-ipad-tricks-in-ios-5.htm

Find out just how much more iOS 5 can do on your iPad with our look at these nifty features you might not know about.]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 14:00:09 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-utilities.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-utilities.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at utilities.]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-photovideo-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-photovideo-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at photo/video apps.]]> Wed, 09 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-news-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-news-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at news apps.]]> Tue, 08 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-lifestyle-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-lifestyle-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at lifestyle apps.]]> Mon, 07 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-games.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-games.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at iPhone games.]]> Fri, 04 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-multimedia-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-multimedia-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at multimedia apps.]]> Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-productivity-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-productivity-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at productivity apps.]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-social-networking-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-social-networking-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at social networking.]]> Tue, 01 May 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-video-calling.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-video-calling.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at video calling.]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-find-my-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-find-my-iphone.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at Find My iPhone.]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-introducing-icloud.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-introducing-icloud.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at iCloud.]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-play-your-iphones-music-and-videos-on-stereos-and-tvs.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-play-your-iphones-music-and-videos-on-stereos-and-tvs.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at sharing music and video.]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-printing-from-your-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-printing-from-your-iphone.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at printing.]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-sharing-your-iphones-data-connection.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-sharing-your-iphones-data-connection.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at sharing your data connection.]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-copy-paste.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-copy-paste.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at Copy & Paste.]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-use-the-iphone-camera.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-use-the-iphone-camera.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at using the camera.]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:13:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-sync-and-transfer-media.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-sync-and-transfer-media.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at getting stuff on your iPhone.]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:08:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-set-up-email-on-your-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-set-up-email-on-your-iphone.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at email on your iPhone.]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:40:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-master-messages.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-master-messages.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at messaging and the tweaks in iOS 5.]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:44:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-use-the-safari-web-browser.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-use-the-safari-web-browser.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at Safari.]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-customise-your-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-customise-your-iphone.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at iPhone customisation.]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-organise-your-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-organise-your-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. Today we look at organising your apps.]]> Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-get-new-iphone-apps.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-get-new-iphone-apps.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. In this instalment: getting new iPhone apps.]]> Sun, 08 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-get-to-know-your-iphone-buttons.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-get-to-know-your-iphone-buttons.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide. In this instalment: iPhone buttons.]]> Sat, 07 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-do-just-about-anything-with-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//the-ultimate-iphone-user-guide-how-to-do-just-about-anything-with-iphone.htm

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced user, you'll find something worthwhile in our Ultimate iPhone User Guide.]]> Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:31:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-march-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-march-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:31:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//instagram-sets-focus-to-android-with-new-sign-up-page-revealed.htm http://apcmag.com//instagram-sets-focus-to-android-with-new-sign-up-page-revealed.htm

Smash hit iOS photo-sharing app Instagram is finally turning its lens towards Android, with a new sign-up page the preliminary step towards likely bi-polar app store domination.]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:51:10 +1000 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//apple-confirms-ipad-3-launch-for-march-7-with-teaser-invite-but-will-we-see-apple-tv.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-confirms-ipad-3-launch-for-march-7-with-teaser-invite-but-will-we-see-apple-tv.htm

The hype's been building, and now the final piece is in place. Apple has confirmed its next iPad launch for next week, so what exactly can we expect to see?]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:42:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//free-3gb-for-android-iphone-users-as-dropbox-makes-icloud-style-photo-backup-play.htm http://apcmag.com//free-3gb-for-android-iphone-users-as-dropbox-makes-icloud-style-photo-backup-play.htm

Ever misplaced or broken your phone and lost all the happy snaps you had stored on it? Dropbox has the answer: auto photo backup to the cloud and 3GB free storage to boot.]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:02:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-february-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-ios-february-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iOS device with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mac-moves-closer-to-ios-with-new-os-x-mountain-lion.htm http://apcmag.com//mac-moves-closer-to-ios-with-new-os-x-mountain-lion.htm

Move over Lion: Mac OS X is now just OS X with Apple's new "Mountain Lion", which strengthens the integration between the company's computer and mobile platforms.]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:58:54 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside-the-world-of-dinosaurs-the-australian-ipad-app-taking-interactive-education-to-the-next-level.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-the-world-of-dinosaurs-the-australian-ipad-app-taking-interactive-education-to-the-next-level.htm

Founded in 2011 with a vision to creating "cinematic-style education apps" for iOS, M5859 Studios' debut is a massive undertaking starring over 60 3D dinosaurs -- and Stephen Fry.]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:03:08 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-apple-really-the-worlds-biggest-selling-pc-vendor.htm http://apcmag.com//is-apple-really-the-worlds-biggest-selling-pc-vendor.htm

Market watcher Canalys has determined Apple has overtaken HP as the world's leading PC client vendor - but admits that including tablets in its count is a "controversial" practice.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:07:08 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-january-27-2012.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-january-27-2012.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-wades-further-into-academia-with-ibooks-2-itunes-u-and-ibooks-author.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-wades-further-into-academia-with-ibooks-2-itunes-u-and-ibooks-author.htm

Digital destruction or educational empowerment? Apple targets the academic sector with its trio of textbook-related apps: iBooks 2, iTunes U for iOS and iBooks Author.]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:37:05 +1000 http://apcmag.com//top-10-reasons-to-upgrade-to-ios-5.htm http://apcmag.com//top-10-reasons-to-upgrade-to-ios-5.htm

Yesterday we listed the Top 10 reasons to upgrade to Android 4.0. Well, it wouldn't be fair if we didn't follow up with the Top 10 upgrades on the iOS 5 side of the fence, right?]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//onlive-desktop-puts-windows-7-on-your-ipad-for-free-but-when-is-it-coming-to-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//onlive-desktop-puts-windows-7-on-your-ipad-for-free-but-when-is-it-coming-to-australia.htm

Launching on the US App Store last week, OnLive Desktop streams a fully fledged virtualised instance of Windows 7 (with Microsoft Office) directly to your iPad.]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:59:08 +1000 http://apcmag.com//make-the-most-of-hidden-ios-5-features-on-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com//make-the-most-of-hidden-ios-5-features-on-ipad.htm

iOS 5 has a bundle of great headline features but also packs in a few extremely useful ones you might not even notice.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:58:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//grand-theft-mobile-rockstar-bringing-gta-iii-to-android-and-ios-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//grand-theft-mobile-rockstar-bringing-gta-iii-to-android-and-ios-this-week.htm

Commuting to work is set to become even more depraved on Thursday, with Rockstar bringing Grand Theft Auto III to mobile in celebration of the landmark title's 10-year anniversary.]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:46:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-december-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-december-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apps-taking-over-major-4-app-stores-will-hit-one-million-apps-in-total-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//apps-taking-over-major-4-app-stores-will-hit-one-million-apps-in-total-this-week.htm

Between them the app stores for iOS, Android, Blackberry and Windows Phone are on track to hit one million titles overall, with today's count reaching an astonishing 996,303 apps.]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:57:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//meet-androidland-australia-opens-world-first-android-store-in-melbourne.htm http://apcmag.com//meet-androidland-australia-opens-world-first-android-store-in-melbourne.htm

Telstra has opened what it claims is the world's first dedicated Android store, Androidland, as a 154sqm space within its Bourke Street Melbourne Telstra outlet.]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:05:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-8-striking-back-at-apples-dominance-in-the-post-pc-landscape.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-8-striking-back-at-apples-dominance-in-the-post-pc-landscape.htm

Microsoft's cavalry is on the offensive, with Windows 8 and Ultrabooks on track to challenge Steve Jobs' post-PC legacy.]]> Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-unlock-your-iphones-automating-potential-with-tasker.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-unlock-your-iphones-automating-potential-with-tasker.htm

Turn your Android smartphone into a multi-tasking automated genius with the Tasker app.]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:29:08 +1000 http://apcmag.com//at-this-rate-by-2044-everyone-on-earth-will-use-android.htm http://apcmag.com//at-this-rate-by-2044-everyone-on-earth-will-use-android.htm

With 550,000 new Android devices being activated every day, it's only a matter of time before your nan discovers the joys of Chrome to Phone.]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:36:15 +1000 http://apcmag.com//15-year-odyssey-sees-mac-ride-to-5-market-share.htm http://apcmag.com//15-year-odyssey-sees-mac-ride-to-5-market-share.htm

Apple's 5% market share might not sound like much, but with quarter-on-quarter momentum dramatically outstripping total PC growth, the Mac is anything but a quiet achiever.]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:15:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-turn-your-ipad-into-a-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-turn-your-ipad-into-a-notebook.htm

Wish your iPad was more like a laptop? Why not make it so… by accessing your PC via the iPad?]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hack-attack-how-to-hack-the-iphones-homescreen.htm http://apcmag.com//hack-attack-how-to-hack-the-iphones-homescreen.htm

Provided you haven't updated iOS to fresher variants, there's a fair bit that can be achieved with the iPhone's interface.]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sneak-peek-is-itunes-match-coming-soon-to-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//sneak-peek-is-itunes-match-coming-soon-to-australia.htm

The bargain-priced but controversial music-matching feature of Apple's iCloud platform is reportedly "Coming Soon" to Australia, according to accounts of Australian iTunes users. ]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:46:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//googles-answer-to-ios-5-ice-cream-sandwich-aka-android-40-being-served-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//googles-answer-to-ios-5-ice-cream-sandwich-aka-android-40-being-served-this-week.htm

Apple may have enjoyed steamroller success with the iPhone 4S and iOS 5 in the past week, but Android's own launch party is right around the corner.]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 17:39:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iphone-4s-plans-smorgasbord-pick-a-carrier-any-carrier.htm http://apcmag.com//iphone-4s-plans-smorgasbord-pick-a-carrier-any-carrier.htm

Despite a muted response at its launch a week ago, interest in the iPhone 4S is white hot. And with Telstra today finally unveiling its plans, you've got a range of 4S options.]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:04:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iphone-4s-reality-check-people-get-sore-when-apple-doesnt-deliver-a-magical-surprise.htm http://apcmag.com//iphone-4s-reality-check-people-get-sore-when-apple-doesnt-deliver-a-magical-surprise.htm

All over the net, critics are decrying how Apple's latest iPhone 4S is an epic fail. But it's not. It's just our expectations of Apple: they're warped as, and way out of whack.]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:29:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apples-new-iphone-4s-to-hit-october-14-all-the-details-latest-specs-compared-prices-and-more.htm http://apcmag.com//apples-new-iphone-4s-to-hit-october-14-all-the-details-latest-specs-compared-prices-and-more.htm

And so, not altogether unsurprisingly, the mythical "teardrop-shaped" iPhone 5 failed to materialise in the event. So Apple unveiled the iPhone 4S in its stead. Here's the dirt.]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:32:02 +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//inside-ar-how-augmented-reality-works.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-ar-how-augmented-reality-works.htm

Your world, your way. We have a look at the hottest take on reality since virtual... only this time, it's personal.]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-september-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-september-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-locks-in-iphone-5-debut-for-october-4-following-months-of-speculation.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-locks-in-iphone-5-debut-for-october-4-following-months-of-speculation.htm

Will they, won't they and most importantly... when? The timing piece of the iPhone 5 puzzle settles into place as Apple finally announces "Let's talk iPhone."]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:12:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//safe-as-houses-iphone-hacks.htm http://apcmag.com//safe-as-houses-iphone-hacks.htm

There’s no need to void your warranty with these ‘Apple approved’ workarounds.]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//android-increasingly-got-game-as-its-entertainment-platform-matures.htm http://apcmag.com//android-increasingly-got-game-as-its-entertainment-platform-matures.htm

While it still doesn't offer as robust a gaming market as iOS, Android's overall gaming scene is becoming increasingly sophisticated as more and more users flock to the platform.]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:27:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-get-ios-5-and-icloud-features-on-android.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-get-ios-5-and-icloud-features-on-android.htm

Like the look of iCloud & iOS 5 but using an Android device? Here's how to take advantage of some iCloud-like alternatives on your chosen device.]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-is-buying-motorola-androids-knight-in-shining-armour.htm http://apcmag.com//google-is-buying-motorola-androids-knight-in-shining-armour.htm

You can insure almost anything these days. But in buying Motorola, Google not only purchases peace of mind and a bevy of patent protection: it also gets a hardware platform.]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:19:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//motorolas-tough-talk-we-have-some-patents-too-you-know.htm http://apcmag.com//motorolas-tough-talk-we-have-some-patents-too-you-know.htm

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em. Such is the logic behind Motorola CEO's cautionary reminder that his company is sitting on a considerable warchest of patent protections itself.]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 16:36:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//samsung-galaxy-tab-101.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-galaxy-tab-101.htm

Apple has pressured Samsung into stopping the launch of its Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Australia, even though it's available in the US and UK. Ten reasons why Apple is bullying Aussies.]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:48:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mac-os-x-ios-why-apple-might-cross-the-streams-as-early-as-next-year-with-a6.htm http://apcmag.com//mac-os-x-ios-why-apple-might-cross-the-streams-as-early-as-next-year-with-a6.htm

The net is abuzz with one analyst's speculation that Apple will commence a merger of its two OS platforms as early as 2012. In the current context, he might just be onto something.]]> Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:49:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//patently-absurd-google-chief-lashes-out-at-android-patent-mania.htm http://apcmag.com//patently-absurd-google-chief-lashes-out-at-android-patent-mania.htm

In a fiery post on Google's official blog, Senior Vice President David Drummond has let fly at the "bogus patents" sniping at his company's smartphone wunderkind.]]> Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:16:57 +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//aussie-game-developers-hit-top-of-the-app-charts-with-stickman-bmx.htm http://apcmag.com//aussie-game-developers-hit-top-of-the-app-charts-with-stickman-bmx.htm

Amidst some 500,000 apps vying for #1 on the App Store, Australia's Traction Games has cracked it again with their latest title. We caught up with them to ask: what's your secret?]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:22:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-july-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-july-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup. ]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:46:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-moving-forward-mango-nokia-and-beyond.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-moving-forward-mango-nokia-and-beyond.htm

Will the double-whammy of Mango and Nokia prove a killer combo for Microsoft's fledgling smartphone platform? Aussie developer and Imagine Cup judge Nick Randolph believes so.]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 10:24:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//get-paid-by-rim-blackberry-maker-unveils-bargain-handset-trade-up-deal.htm http://apcmag.com//get-paid-by-rim-blackberry-maker-unveils-bargain-handset-trade-up-deal.htm

In a bit to prevent current BlackBerry users considering a potential defection to the competing iOS and Android platforms, RIM's hoping to make an offer you can't refuse.]]> Wed, 06 Jul 2011 10:25:05 +1000 http://apcmag.com//adobe-navigating-apples-flash-blockade.htm http://apcmag.com//adobe-navigating-apples-flash-blockade.htm

The stoush between Apple and Adobe over Flash has been running for years, but Adobe developer evangelist Paul Trani is just focused on one thing: building great content.]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-icloud-faq-top-five-qas-to-clear-the-air.htm http://apcmag.com//the-icloud-faq-top-five-qas-to-clear-the-air.htm

After months of speculation iCloud is here, and it's an ambitious play by Apple to integrate all aspects of your digital life (again). We take a look at the would-be Google-killer.]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:20:34 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-june-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-june-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 12:23:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//10-things-to-know-about-the-evolution-of-adobes-creative-suite-55.htm http://apcmag.com//10-things-to-know-about-the-evolution-of-adobes-creative-suite-55.htm

The Adobe CS 5.5 Roadshow is currently underway in Australia. We caught up with Adobe's Principal Evangelist, industry veteran Greg Rewis, to discuss the latest evolution of CS.]]> Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:57:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//fairfaxs-tablet-future-smh-on-ipad-out-tomorrow-android-coming-soon.htm http://apcmag.com//fairfaxs-tablet-future-smh-on-ipad-out-tomorrow-android-coming-soon.htm

Fairfax is embracing the tablet for its leading mastheads The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, with slick iPad apps available tomorrow and Android versions in development.]]> Mon, 30 May 2011 15:57:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-mango-500-reasons-to-switch.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-mango-500-reasons-to-switch.htm

This week Microsoft demoed some of the key new features (among a claimed 500 tweaks) coming to Windows Phone in its major “Mango” refresh, scheduled to hit locally this spring.]]> Fri, 27 May 2011 15:48:45 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-get-android-style-notifications-on-your-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-get-android-style-notifications-on-your-iphone.htm

A couple of jailbreak apps add a proper notifications system to your iPhone and get rid of those annoying pop-ups for good.]]> Fri, 20 May 2011 13:30:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//rim-embraces-ios-android-unveils-new-touch-bold-os-7.htm http://apcmag.com//rim-embraces-ios-android-unveils-new-touch-bold-os-7.htm

At an announcement-laden BlackBerry World, RIM shifts tactics with a new multi-platform approach and shows off OS 7, touch-enabled BlackBerry Bold models and more.]]> Tue, 03 May 2011 16:46:07 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-april-2011.htm http://apcmag.com//best-apps-for-iphone-april-2011.htm

Check out the latest and greatest in apps for your iPhone with our monthly app roundup.]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-strikes-back-htc-launches-hd7-on-telstra.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-strikes-back-htc-launches-hd7-on-telstra.htm

Determined to not concede the number one spot to Apple or Android, a bullish Microsoft is partnering with HTC and Telstra to provide the "ultimate multimedia" smartphone.]]> Wed, 23 Mar 2011 14:59:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-make-an-app-what-dev-tools-do-professional-app-makers-use.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-make-an-app-what-dev-tools-do-professional-app-makers-use.htm

What do you need (or need to know) to make apps? We looks at the toolsets and assistance available for developers of smartphone apps.]]> Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:37:54 +1000 http://apcmag.com//steve-jobs-launches-ipad-2-derides-competitor-copycats.htm http://apcmag.com//steve-jobs-launches-ipad-2-derides-competitor-copycats.htm

Apple launched the iPad 2 overnight, showing off a thinner, lighter and faster tablet. Steve Jobs stole the show, with his trademark competitive vitriol literally in rude health.]]> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 09:47:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-7-vs-the-rest-head-to-head-smartphone-buyers-comparison.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-phone-7-vs-the-rest-head-to-head-smartphone-buyers-comparison.htm

Should you consider Windows Phone 7 with so many other options in the market? Read on to find out the results of our head-to-head showdown, broken down into key usage categories.]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:20:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-ipod-ios-can-stream-video-to-your-tv.htm http://apcmag.com//new-ipod-ios-can-stream-video-to-your-tv.htm

Apple's new 4.2 iOS will be able to stream both music AND video to your TV -- if you pick up one of Apple's new $129 Apple TVs.]]> Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:04:29 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iphone-4-outright-pricing-to-start-from-859.htm http://apcmag.com//iphone-4-outright-pricing-to-start-from-859.htm

UPDATED with 32GB price | Apple Australia tags the 16GB iPhone 4 at $859 outright, with the new entry-level 8GB iPhone 3GS landing at $719.]]> Mon, 26 Jul 2010 23:21:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//use-your-bluetooth-keyboard-with-your-iphone.htm http://apcmag.com//use-your-bluetooth-keyboard-with-your-iphone.htm

Tired of tapping away on your iPhone screen? It's entirely possible to use a Bluetooth keyboard to get better control over your emails and documents. Here's how.]]> Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ipad-ties-with-blackberry-in-mobile-browsing-market-share.htm http://apcmag.com//ipad-ties-with-blackberry-in-mobile-browsing-market-share.htm

The just-launched iPad already equals the BlackBerry in mobile Web browsing, but Android smartphones are making a dent in the iPhone’s previously all-conquering lead.]]> Fri, 18 Jun 2010 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//app-developers-abandon-windows-mobile-for-iphone-android-and-blackberry.htm http://apcmag.com//app-developers-abandon-windows-mobile-for-iphone-android-and-blackberry.htm

Windows Mobile is officially the last platform that developers want to write for, according to a US report, with more than 50% of code-cutters now building apps for Apple’s iOS.]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//aussie-developer-graham-dawson-on-iphone-4.htm http://apcmag.com//aussie-developer-graham-dawson-on-iphone-4.htm

What do Aussie developers think of Apple’s new baby? To find out, we spoke with Australian developer Graham Dawson.]]> Wed, 09 Jun 2010 07:00:00 +1000