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//acer-iconia-tab-w510-review.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-w510-review.htm

Windows 8 for the price of RT.]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-ac100-2tb-home-server-review.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-ac100-2tb-home-server-review.htm

Don’t let this server’s diminutive size fool you.]]> Fri, 07 Sep 2012 15:11:48 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-one-d270-netbook-review.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-one-d270-netbook-review.htm

There’s life in netbooks yet…]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a510-review.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a510-review.htm

A capable, if forgettable, tablet.]]> Fri, 17 Aug 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-all-in-one-pcs-are-designed.htm http://apcmag.com//how-all-in-one-pcs-are-designed.htm

To get an inside look at the all-in-one PC production process, we spoke with Sam CT Chen, Acer's Design Manager, who gave us the lowdown on designing this unique form factor.]]> Mon, 18 Jun 2012 11:34:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//premium-chassis-acer-z5771-review.htm http://apcmag.com//premium-chassis-acer-z5771-review.htm

This all-in-one really does have it all.]]> Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:12:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//totally-solid-acer-aspire-s3-core-i7-256gb-review.htm http://apcmag.com//totally-solid-acer-aspire-s3-core-i7-256gb-review.htm

Acer can do powerful Ultrabooks, as this high-end Core i7 model amply demonstrates.]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ultrabook-bargains-jb-hi-fi-holding-huge-sale-across-notebooks-until-sunday.htm http://apcmag.com//ultrabook-bargains-jb-hi-fi-holding-huge-sale-across-notebooks-until-sunday.htm

Need a new notebook? With discounts across JB Hi-Fi's entire range of Ultrabook stock, there are plenty of attractive bargains on offer at a number of price points.]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:44:15 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-of-ces-2012-our-pick-of-the-most-exciting-gadgets-tech-headed-your-way-this-year.htm http://apcmag.com//best-of-ces-2012-our-pick-of-the-most-exciting-gadgets-tech-headed-your-way-this-year.htm

We take a look at the most promising and exciting new products and concepts shown off at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:39:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//review-acer-travelmate-8481g.htm http://apcmag.com//review-acer-travelmate-8481g.htm

Ultra-what?]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//australias-second-sub-1000-ultrabook-shows-pricing-heading-south-at-last.htm http://apcmag.com//australias-second-sub-1000-ultrabook-shows-pricing-heading-south-at-last.htm

With yesterday's release of the ASUS UX21E and some canny launch discounting by The Good Guys, Australian Ultrabook pricing is finally edging toward some more approachable figures.]]> Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:59:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ultrabook-hits-999-at-last-acer-aspire-s3-price-drop-a-sign-of-bargains-to-come.htm http://apcmag.com//ultrabook-hits-999-at-last-acer-aspire-s3-price-drop-a-sign-of-bargains-to-come.htm

Been admiring the speedy and svelte Ultrabook form factor but not the pricetag? That's all set to change today, with Acer offering the first Ultrabook in Australia below $1,000.]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:35:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//tiny-tablet-resurgence-toshiba-backs-7-inch-form-with-at1s0-aka-thrive.htm http://apcmag.com//tiny-tablet-resurgence-toshiba-backs-7-inch-form-with-at1s0-aka-thrive.htm

The runaway success of the iPad 2 convinced many that the smaller 7-inch tablet form factor was done and dusted. But a batch of recent releases shows new life in the category.]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:41:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//versatile-security-acer-travelmate-tm5760-review.htm http://apcmag.com//versatile-security-acer-travelmate-tm5760-review.htm

More acquaintance than mate, we have some reservations about the TM5760.]]> Wed, 21 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a100.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a100.htm

We're waiting for a tablet to take the crown of best 7in tablet from an ageing Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0. Of those actually in the market, the Acer Iconia Tab A100 is the best.]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:26:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pint-sized-powerhouse-acer-veriton-l6610g-review.htm http://apcmag.com//pint-sized-powerhouse-acer-veriton-l6610g-review.htm

A tiny yet powerful upgrade for your everyday PC.]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-this-the-perfect-htpc-acer-revo-100-review.htm http://apcmag.com//is-this-the-perfect-htpc-acer-revo-100-review.htm

Thinner than the average Stephen King novel at just 29mm, this has to be the slimmest HTPC we've ever tested, not to mention the slickest.]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:05:36 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a500-rev.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-iconia-tab-a500-rev.htm

Solid, feature-rich first 10in tablet from Acer, but there's a good reason why it's a little on the portly side - because it's loaded with stuff.]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//one-of-a-kind-acer-s273hl-monitor-review.htm http://apcmag.com//one-of-a-kind-acer-s273hl-monitor-review.htm

Can this 27-inch display's performance match its distinctive, sleek and innovative design?]]> Sat, 25 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//awesome-looks-performance-acer-aspire-5742-review.htm http://apcmag.com//awesome-looks-performance-acer-aspire-5742-review.htm

A budget price with non-budget performance? Acer's Aspire 5742 demands your attention, if you can handle a few unusual touches.]]> Mon, 25 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//led-revolution-acer-s1-s231hl-review.htm http://apcmag.com//led-revolution-acer-s1-s231hl-review.htm

Prices are dropping but quality isn't. So is this the new standard for LCD monitors?]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:29:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-multi-fangled-new-iconia-tablet-range-from-499-to-2499.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-multi-fangled-new-iconia-tablet-range-from-499-to-2499.htm

With a geeky, tongue-in-cheek Star Trek themed product launch, Acer today brought us into "First Contact with Acer Iconia technology." So what does that mean for you?]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:09:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-flagship-multimedia-laptop-acer-aspire-8943g-review.htm http://apcmag.com//the-flagship-multimedia-laptop-acer-aspire-8943g-review.htm

Big, bold and beautiful, this 18.4-inch monster is packed to the brim with everything the movie or game lover could want. Just add popcorn and a soda.]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//beefy-all-in-one-bucks-the-trend-acer-aspire-z3750-review.htm http://apcmag.com//beefy-all-in-one-bucks-the-trend-acer-aspire-z3750-review.htm

Like a delicious sandwich of LCD, CPU and RAM, this Acer PC is that rare beast: an all-in-one that doesn't offer a watered-down computing experience.]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:34:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-releases-499-dual-boot-windows-android-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-releases-499-dual-boot-windows-android-netbook.htm

Acer’s new Aspire One D260 goes on sale this week, with the $449 netbook offering the best of both worlds – it can boot into both Windows 7 and Android 2.1.]]> Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:43:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-ultra-thin-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//best-ultra-thin-notebooks.htm

A new crop of ultra-thin notebooks are bettering netbooks in speed and battery life. We've picked four of the best.]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:10:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ipad-eats-into-netbook-share-but-is-it-a-blip-or-a-boom.htm http://apcmag.com//ipad-eats-into-netbook-share-but-is-it-a-blip-or-a-boom.htm

Market tracker DisplaySearch predicts the iPad to have 30% share of the combined netbook/slate market by mid-year, says this could be “the beginning of the end” for the netbook.]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:42:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-chrome-android-netbook-launch.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-chrome-android-netbook-launch.htm

Acer denies reports it will launch a Chrome netbook at next week’s Computex show in Taiwan, but says it is still “working very closely with Google” on the project...]]> Thu, 27 May 2010 23:40:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-tablet-slate-android-chrome.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-tablet-slate-android-chrome.htm

Acer unveils a 7 inch colour touchscreen tablet running Google Android OS, expects the slate to launch in October and says “this is no longer a Wintel world”.]]> Thu, 27 May 2010 20:40:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-and-asus-prep-chrome-powered-netbooks-and-slates.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-and-asus-prep-chrome-powered-netbooks-and-slates.htm

The two Taiwan tigers both have plans to debut new devices running Google’s open-source Chrome OS at next month’s Computex 2010 trade show in Taipei.]]> Tue, 18 May 2010 06:30:00 +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//gateway-debuts-racy-rossi-inspired-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//gateway-debuts-racy-rossi-inspired-netbook.htm

The 11.6 inch Gateway VR46 netbook is a signature edition for fans of nine times Moto GP world champion Valentino Rossi.]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:01:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-rumors-point-to-new-ultra-thin-notebooks-in-q2-2010.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-rumors-point-to-new-ultra-thin-notebooks-in-q2-2010.htm Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-worlds-first-ion-2-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-worlds-first-ion-2-netbook.htm

Acer 532G sports Ion 2 GPU and integrated graphics controlled by NVIDIA Optimus tech.]]> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-is-rumored-to-have-ordered-nvidia-ion-2-chips.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-is-rumored-to-have-ordered-nvidia-ion-2-chips.htm

Acer set to add Ion 2 chips to new Atom processor platforms in 2010 according to rumor.]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2009 07:00:00 +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//google-tipped-to-release-chrome-os-this-week.htm http://apcmag.com//google-tipped-to-release-chrome-os-this-week.htm

The lightweight open source operating system is expected to make its debut sometime this week, with ‘out of the box’ support for a wide range of Atom netbooks expected.]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-gears-up-for-atom-app-store.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-gears-up-for-atom-app-store.htm

Intel releases Software Development Kit for creating apps to be distributed through an ‘Atom app store’ for Windows and Moblin devices.]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:49:56 +1000 http://apcmag.com//big-screen-blu-ray-packing-acer-aspire-as8940g-6865-breaks-cover.htm http://apcmag.com//big-screen-blu-ray-packing-acer-aspire-as8940g-6865-breaks-cover.htm

Massive 18.4-inch multimedia beast is about as far from ultraportable as you can get, and we love it.]]> Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//idc-reports-modest-global-growth-in-pc-shipments-for-q3-2009.htm http://apcmag.com//idc-reports-modest-global-growth-in-pc-shipments-for-q3-2009.htm

PC shipments are up, and which PC manufacturer bumped Dell off the number two spot?]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-z5610-all-in-one-computer-breaks-cover.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-z5610-all-in-one-computer-breaks-cover.htm

Acer's new Z5610 all-in-one offers performance in a compact package with a generous serving of multi-touch on the side.]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-updates-aspirerevo-nettop-with-new-cpu-and-more.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-updates-aspirerevo-nettop-with-new-cpu-and-more.htm

Acer has crammed a new dual-core CPU, 802.11n, and more RAM inside the sweet new AspireRevo R3610 nettop.]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-5738gd-3d-notebook-gets-official.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-5738gd-3d-notebook-gets-official.htm

Acer's new Aspire 5378DG is the company's first 3D notebook.]]> Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:05:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asrock-unveils-ion330ht-bd-htpc-nettop-with-blu-ray.htm http://apcmag.com//asrock-unveils-ion330ht-bd-htpc-nettop-with-blu-ray.htm

This small, quiet nettop PC is aimed squarely at your home theatre setup, with BluRay built in, up to 1TB storage, eSATA, high-powered graphics, and more...]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-to-launch-atom-powered-windows-home-server-in-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-to-launch-atom-powered-windows-home-server-in-australia.htm

Acer’s cute’n’compact Aspire easyStore AH340 Windows Home Server box gets a local launch in early 2010.]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:47:31 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-to-launch-iphone-style-appstore.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-to-launch-iphone-style-appstore.htm

The appstore concept is fast spreading to PCs, with Intel launching its own iPhone-style appstore concept.]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:31:46 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-sexy-ferrari-one-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-sexy-ferrari-one-notebook.htm

Acer Ferrari One commands a price premium to go along with the prancing horse on its lid.]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2009 22:20:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-releases-atom-powered-hornet-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-releases-atom-powered-hornet-pc.htm

The compact netbook-based desktop box sports a slick design but this Hornet’s sting is in its $879 price tag...]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:30:56 +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//acer-windowsandroid-netbook-coming-in-q3-after-all.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-windowsandroid-netbook-coming-in-q3-after-all.htm Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:42:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-one-hacked-for-hd-video-playback.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-aspire-one-hacked-for-hd-video-playback.htm

Acer Aspire One netbook gets unofficial HD video support from hackers.]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:56:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-not-offeirng-androidwindows-netbook-this-year.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-not-offeirng-androidwindows-netbook-this-year.htm

Intel reportedly delays new netbook platform leading Acer and Asus to delay new netbook models until next year.]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:34:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-dual-os-androidxp-netbook-coming-next-month.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-dual-os-androidxp-netbook-coming-next-month.htm

Mr. Roboto netbook may hit store shelves next month from Acer.]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:22:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-asus-hp-lenovo-and-toshiba-line-up-behind-chrome-os.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-asus-hp-lenovo-and-toshiba-line-up-behind-chrome-os.htm

Google’s first set of Chrome partners includes several leading laptop makers along with ARM processor firms Freescale, Qualcomm and Texas Instruments.]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:46:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-116-inch-timeline-netbook-leaked.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-116-inch-timeline-netbook-leaked.htm

Acer Timeline 1810T netbook details leak ahead of official launch... and again, the gap between netbooks and notebooks creeps closer. ]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:15:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-three-low-cost-notebook-options.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-three-low-cost-notebook-options.htm

New Acer notebooks are cheap and did I mention they were cheap?]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-will-offer-android-netbooks-in-q3.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-will-offer-android-netbooks-in-q3.htm

Acer says domo arigato Mr. Roboto.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:20:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-timeline-notebooks-launch-in-us.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-timeline-notebooks-launch-in-us.htm

Customers overseas are getting much beefier system specs with Acer. We ask why.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-axes-the-mini-9-netbook-the-mini-12-soon-to-follow.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-axes-the-mini-9-netbook-the-mini-12-soon-to-follow.htm

It seems that Dell is dropping its first-gen Mini 9 netbook from the line-up, with the Mini 12 also for the chop due to Microsoft’s netbook restrictions for Windows 7...]]> Sat, 30 May 2009 17:47:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-releases-cutencompact-windows-home-server.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-releases-cutencompact-windows-home-server.htm

The Atom-powered four-drive system looks set to be the second major WHS system that we can’t get here. Surprise, surprise...]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//lenovo-releases-ulv-notebook-12-inch-netbook-and-all-in-one-atom-desktop.htm http://apcmag.com//lenovo-releases-ulv-notebook-12-inch-netbook-and-all-in-one-atom-desktop.htm

Lenovo’s up-sized IdeaPad S12 netbook offers optional Nvidia Ion graphics, while the all-in-one IdeaCentre C300 desktop is a slim budget version of the A600 with an Atom CPU.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//free-upgrades-from-vista-to-windows-7-begin-june-26th.htm http://apcmag.com//free-upgrades-from-vista-to-windows-7-begin-june-26th.htm

From next month Microsoft will offer a free copy of Windows 7 to buyers of new PCs running Vista, and in some cases XP.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 00:10:55 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-revises-netbook-hardware-spec-for-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-revises-netbook-hardware-spec-for-windows-7.htm

Netbooks eligible to for the low-cost Windows 7 Starter edition can’t exceed a 10.2 inch screen or 1GB of RAM, although larger drives and faster processors are allowed.]]> Mon, 25 May 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acers-slim-timeline-ulv-notebooks-are-dressed-and-priced-to-impress.htm http://apcmag.com//acers-slim-timeline-ulv-notebooks-are-dressed-and-priced-to-impress.htm

Less than an inch thick, boasting an eight hour battery life and starting at $1,299, the Aspire Timeline series is the slim shape of ultra-portable notebooks to come..]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-upsizes-its-aspire-one-netbook-to-116-inches.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-upsizes-its-aspire-one-netbook-to-116-inches.htm

The best-selling netbook gets a big brother with an 11.6 inch HD display, eight hour battery life and $899 price tag.]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-breaking-the-netbook-mold.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-breaking-the-netbook-mold.htm

Acer is breaking the netbook mold with a 720p capable display, combined with a dedicated multimedia processor and a strange new optical drive.]]> Tue, 19 May 2009 23:48:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//netbooks-grab-20-of-global-notebook-market-for-q1-2009.htm http://apcmag.com//netbooks-grab-20-of-global-notebook-market-for-q1-2009.htm

If you thought netbooks were a fad, think again. Sales are booming, with the highest demand in Europe, Middle East, and Africa.]]> Fri, 15 May 2009 10:55:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-cops-19bn-fine-for-antitrust-action-against-amd.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-cops-19bn-fine-for-antitrust-action-against-amd.htm

EU ruling finds Intel gave CPU rebates plus direct payments to Acer, Dell, HP, Lenovo and NEC to use its processors instead of AMD silicon.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 00:11:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//netbook-docking-station-adds-optical-drive-and-storage-in-one-go.htm http://apcmag.com//netbook-docking-station-adds-optical-drive-and-storage-in-one-go.htm

Netbook dock fixes two major issues with netbooks, you are still on your own with small print though.]]> Thu, 07 May 2009 23:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-preps-local-launch-for-slim-timeline-ulv-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-preps-local-launch-for-slim-timeline-ulv-notebooks.htm

Three new ultra-portables based on Intel ultra-low voltage chips will make their Australian debut on May 20. Let’s just hope they’re ultra-affordable...]]> Wed, 06 May 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-launch-october-23rd.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-launch-october-23rd.htm

A senior exec from Acer leaks the launch date for Windows 7 as being October 23rd...]]> Sun, 03 May 2009 00:56:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-massive-184-inch-notebook-and-its-little-brother.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-massive-184-inch-notebook-and-its-little-brother.htm

Acer unveils fatman and little boy notebooks that can't raise a mushroom cloud, but may raise a hernia.]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:26:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-jumps-into-the-all-in-one-pc-category-with-the-z5600.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-jumps-into-the-all-in-one-pc-category-with-the-z5600.htm

Acer Z5600 all-in-one debuts to battle Apple, Dell, Asus, and the myriad of other all-in-one computers on the market.]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mainstream-linux-get-more-netbook-friendly.htm http://apcmag.com//mainstream-linux-get-more-netbook-friendly.htm

New releases of Mandriva and KDE Desktop are being optimised for a better netbook experience.]]> Sat, 11 Apr 2009 20:03:37 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-debuts-nvidia-ion-platform-with-new-mini-desktop.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-debuts-nvidia-ion-platform-with-new-mini-desktop.htm

Take an Intel Atom processor, pump up the graphics with an Nvidia GPU and you’ve got the new Ion platform for mini desktops and maybe even netbooks. ]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:38:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-launching-first-non-windows-smartphone-of-the-year.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-launching-first-non-windows-smartphone-of-the-year.htm

With the smartphone market booming, Acer is going for a piece of the pie, but much to Microsoft's chagrin, they are not doing it with Windows Mobile.]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_ubuntu_on_vista.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_ubuntu_on_vista.htm

Want to virtualize Ubuntu on top of Windows Vista for free? Check out our step-by-step tutorial!]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_ubuntu_on_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_ubuntu_on_xp.htm

Virtualize Ubuntu on top of Windows XP without spending a cent, with our step-by-step tutorial.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_vista_on_ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_vista_on_ubuntu.htm

Want to get Vista up and running on your Ubuntu system? Find out how with our step-by-step tutorial.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_vista_on_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_vista_on_xp.htm

Want to check out Vista without migrating off XP? Virtualization is the key and our step-by-step tutorial is the answer.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_ubuntu.htm

Need to get Windows XP up and running on Ubuntu? Our step-by-step tutorial covers all you need to know.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_vista.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_vista.htm

Need to keep XP running on your Vista system? Virtualization is the key and our step-by-step tutorial will get you there.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//xp_leads_linux_in_the_netbook_stakes.htm http://apcmag.com//xp_leads_linux_in_the_netbook_stakes.htm

As MSI sees Linux netbooks returned four times more often than Windows models, Microsoft loosens its licensing restrictions on XP for netbook makers.]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//aspire_one_netbook_aces_the_competition.htm http://apcmag.com//aspire_one_netbook_aces_the_competition.htm

With the $100 rebate that helped make Acer's mini-note a hit in the Aussie market about to end, 3G and a six-cell battery will be introduced to maintain the package's appeal.]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:25:53 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nvidia_disaster_thousands_of_gpus_faulty.htm http://apcmag.com//nvidia_disaster_thousands_of_gpus_faulty.htm

NVIDIA has admitted to a major manufacturing screw-up, which is seeing thousands of its GPUs overheating, burning out and failing.]]> Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:10:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//microsoft_hobbles_xp_mininotes_with_1gb_ram_limit.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft_hobbles_xp_mininotes_with_1gb_ram_limit.htm

Redmond’s new XP mini-note licence dictates a 1GB memory limit to protect the high-profit position of Vista-powered notebooks]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//eager_mininote_buyers_stung_by_lowcapacity_batteries.htm http://apcmag.com//eager_mininote_buyers_stung_by_lowcapacity_batteries.htm

Rushing out to buy an Acer Aspire One or MSI Wind? The first batch of both mini-notes will sport only a three-cell battery, but there’s a six-cell upgrade just around the corner.]]> Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer_launches_500_atompowered_linux_mininote.htm http://apcmag.com//acer_launches_500_atompowered_linux_mininote.htm

Aspire One sports Intel’s Atom processor, an 8.9in screen and a $99 cashback deal on its $599 (Linux) and $699 (Windows XP) sticker price.]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell_preps_inspiron_jnr_mininote.htm http://apcmag.com//dell_preps_inspiron_jnr_mininote.htm

It’s mini-note mania as Dell and Acer join the Lilliputian laptop brigade and Asus readies a 10in Eee PC!]]> Fri, 30 May 2008 11:57:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer_aspire_3200_affordable_quadcore_with_good_value_specs.htm http://apcmag.com//acer_aspire_3200_affordable_quadcore_with_good_value_specs.htm

This good-value quad-core is the answer to the dreaded question that inevitably comes your way as your extended family's PC advisor... which PC should I buy?]]> Thu, 15 May 2008 23:02:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer_notebook_gets_full_hd_screen__bluray.htm http://apcmag.com//acer_notebook_gets_full_hd_screen__bluray.htm

Is this the shape of multimedia notebooks to come? Acer predicts a wave of larger screens with 16:9 aspect ratios and HD displays.]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:20:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//its_no_beauty_queen.htm http://apcmag.com//its_no_beauty_queen.htm

But at this price, the Aspire 5315 doesn’t really need to be.]]> Sun, 02 Mar 2008 19:09:26 +1000 http://apcmag.com//portable_power_thats_on_the_money.htm http://apcmag.com//portable_power_thats_on_the_money.htm

Acer has been trying hard to stand out from the crowd with its new ‘Gemstone’ design for its Aspire range. We’re not fussed on the design, but the hardware delivers.]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:08:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ive_had_it_with_dishonest_tech_marketing.htm http://apcmag.com//ive_had_it_with_dishonest_tech_marketing.htm

Why don't tech companies just say what they mean? As a journalist, I'm sick of receiving essentially dishonest announcements from big tech companies.]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2007 06:32:47 +1000