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//thin-for-the-win-asus-eee-pc-x101h-white016s-review.htm http://apcmag.com//thin-for-the-win-asus-eee-pc-x101h-white016s-review.htm

ASUS virtually created the netbook category with the Eee PC, so does the latest entry pass muster?]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//is-this-the-cheapest-asus-netbook-ever.htm http://apcmag.com//is-this-the-cheapest-asus-netbook-ever.htm

An ASUS 900AX 9in netbook, with previous generation specs, is selling for $198 at Harvey Norman. Twelve months ago you would have to spend at least $400 to get something similar.]]> Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:36:17 +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//asus-debuts-netbook-app-store.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-debuts-netbook-app-store.htm

The Asus App Store will offer Windows-based apps for Atom-powered netbooks in the second half of this year, with Moblin due in 2011.]]> Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:56:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-asus-pinetrail-netbooks-top-10-hour-battery-life.htm http://apcmag.com//new-asus-pinetrail-netbooks-top-10-hour-battery-life.htm

Asus’ upgraded Eee PC netbooks sport Intel’s new Atom N450 processor for over ten hours battery life, plus the quick loading ‘Splashtop’ pre-boot Linux OS.]]> Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:20:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-prepping-199-eeebook-reader.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-prepping-199-eeebook-reader.htm

Starting at a rumoured A$199 target price, the Asus ‘Eee Reader’ will take on Amazon and Sony and could also offer dual screens and netbook-style Tablet PC functionality.]]> Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:19:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-aussie-review-hps-new-mini-110-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first-aussie-review-hps-new-mini-110-netbook.htm

HP’s third-gen Mini 110 netbook is an economy-class version of the Mini 1000 with some upsides and downsides of its own...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-releases-netbook-based-home-server.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-releases-netbook-based-home-server.htm

Is there no stopping the Eee steamroller? The latest addition to Asus’ Atom-powered family of devices is a simplified Linux-based home server.]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:36:44 +1000 http://apcmag.com//super-talent-offers-ssd-upgrades-for-older-eee-netbooks.htm http://apcmag.com//super-talent-offers-ssd-upgrades-for-older-eee-netbooks.htm

Super Talent has whipped out fast SSD upgrades for old Eee netbooks at surprisingly reasonable prices.]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:35:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-only-5-of-eee-pcs-use-linux.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-only-5-of-eee-pcs-use-linux.htm

The original Eee PC might have promised to bring Linux to the masses, but these days it looks like ASUS is running away from open source and towards Redmond at breathtaking speed.]]> Fri, 29 May 2009 16:06:35 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-eee-1000hv-tips-up-online-with-ati-gpu.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-eee-1000hv-tips-up-online-with-ati-gpu.htm

The Eee 1000HV is an odd combination of HD capable GPU with the lack of an HD capable screen or HDMI out.]]> Mon, 25 May 2009 14:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//mac-os-x-update-boosts-battery-life-on-hackintosh-netbooks.htm http://apcmag.com//mac-os-x-update-boosts-battery-life-on-hackintosh-netbooks.htm

Is Apple’s Mac OS X 10.5.7 simply more power efficient or has it been optimised for the Atom – and if so, does this point to an Atom-powered Mac in the neat future?]]> Fri, 15 May 2009 15:19:54 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-stacks-eee-netbook-deck-with-new-model.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-stacks-eee-netbook-deck-with-new-model.htm

New Asus Eee 1002HAE netbook offers sexy colors and aluminum clad beauty.]]> Fri, 08 May 2009 08:49:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//xp-to-remain-on-netbooks-long-after-windows-7-launches.htm http://apcmag.com//xp-to-remain-on-netbooks-long-after-windows-7-launches.htm

Netbook manufacturers will be allowed to continue licensing and loading Windows XP until the end of 2010 – 12 months after Windows 7 arrives.]]> Sat, 02 May 2009 20:42:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//toshiba-preps-second-gen-nb200-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//toshiba-preps-second-gen-nb200-netbook.htm

While Asus and Dell continue to roll out netbooks ad nauseam, late-comer Toshiba looks to make up lost ground with the much-improved NB200.]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:33:35 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-and-hp-netbooks-to-run-google-android.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-and-hp-netbooks-to-run-google-android.htm

Asus and HP are both looking into Google’s Android as an alternative to Windows 7 for a new wave of netbooks.]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2009 03:23:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-eee-pc-1000he-the-nine-hour-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-eee-pc-1000he-the-nine-hour-netbook.htm

Leave the AC adaptor at home! Blitzing past seven hours with Wi-Fi and reaching nine hours sans wireless, this $900 netbook has battery life to shame notebooks twice the price.]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sylish-hip-and-small-asus-eee-pc-netbooks.htm http://apcmag.com//sylish-hip-and-small-asus-eee-pc-netbooks.htm

If you thought netbooks were always destined to be chunky, utilitarian form factors, ASUS wants you to think again. ]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//first-look-asus-claims-9-hours-battery-life-for-new-1000he-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first-look-asus-claims-9-hours-battery-life-for-new-1000he-netbook.htm

Yet another member of the Eee PC family lands this month, with the 10 inch 1000HE netbook pledging up to 9.5 hours battery life and sporting Intel’s tweaked Atom N280 processor.]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//we_made_a_mistake_with_netbooks_last_year__ces.htm http://apcmag.com//we_made_a_mistake_with_netbooks_last_year__ces.htm

The convenors of the giant Consumer Electronics expo in Las Vegas say 2009 is -- without doubt -- the year of the netbook. ]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:18:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer_aspire_one_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//acer_aspire_one_xp.htm

Eee PC who? Acer’s latest update to the Aspire One has lots to offer netbook netizens, including a massive 120GB hard drive, ultra-compact design and optional extended battery.]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//scoop_we_review_the_inspiron_mini_12__dells_supersized_yet_superslim_12_inch_netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//scoop_we_review_the_inspiron_mini_12__dells_supersized_yet_superslim_12_inch_netbook.htm

Handed to us by Michael Dell himself, APC has the world’s first Inspiron Mini 12 netbook, so sit back and enjoy as we serve up the spy shots and dig deep into the tech.]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2008 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nec_enters_the_netbook_fray.htm http://apcmag.com//nec_enters_the_netbook_fray.htm

NEC’s Versa N1100 partners a 9 inch screen with a multi-touch trackpad and a keyboard designed for ‘enhanced usability’, but the $749 price tag isn’t so appealing.]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2008 01:55:15 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus_unveils_the_1000_netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//asus_unveils_the_1000_netbook.htm

The company that started the low-cost notebook wave goes upmarket with the Eee PC S101. It’s slim, stylish – and officially Australia's most expensive netbook.]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:00:00 +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//lenovos_ideapad_netbook_on_the_launchpad.htm http://apcmag.com//lenovos_ideapad_netbook_on_the_launchpad.htm

Lenovo is counting down to the local release of the IdeaPad S10 later this month – should Asus and co be worried?]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel_unleashes_dualcore_atom.htm http://apcmag.com//intel_unleashes_dualcore_atom.htm

Barely four months after its debut Intel’s pint-sized processor goes dual-core, with more L2 cache and faster memory. Get ready for some kick-arse netbooks..! ]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:26:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//scoop_dells_inspiron_mini_9_netbook_first_australian_review.htm http://apcmag.com//scoop_dells_inspiron_mini_9_netbook_first_australian_review.htm

With a sharp 9-in screen, 16GB solid state drive and optional 3G in the wings, Dell’s new $599 mini notebook has maximum appeal – unless you want Linux...]]> Thu, 04 Sep 2008 22:25:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//eee_box_mininote_meets_desktop.htm http://apcmag.com//eee_box_mininote_meets_desktop.htm

Asus extends the less-is-more approach of the Eee PC netbook family with the $429 Eee Box mini-desktop]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//lenovo_launches_700_mininote.htm http://apcmag.com//lenovo_launches_700_mininote.htm

Another of the Big Brands joins the netbook rally, with Lenovo’s 10.2 inch IdeaPad S10 due here at the end of next month.]]> Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:39:40 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp_reveals_plans_for_lowcost_mininote.htm http://apcmag.com//hp_reveals_plans_for_lowcost_mininote.htm

In addition to its premium ‘business class’ Mini-note, HP is working on a new ‘economy’ model for budget-minded buyers]]> Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//linux_not_essential_to_eee_pc_success_asus.htm http://apcmag.com//linux_not_essential_to_eee_pc_success_asus.htm

Penguin-powered mini notebooks are selling like hotcakes. But will they finally bring Linux into the mainstream? Don’t count on it.]]> Mon, 14 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//asus_backs_down_on_antilinux_eee_pc_pricing.htm http://apcmag.com//asus_backs_down_on_antilinux_eee_pc_pricing.htm

Asus has quietly ditched its ludicrous policy of charging $50 more for the Linux-based Eee PC 901 than the XP one.]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:41:06 +1000 http://apcmag.com//fujitsu_lifebook_p1620_its_no_eee_pc_clone.htm http://apcmag.com//fujitsu_lifebook_p1620_its_no_eee_pc_clone.htm

Bearing a strong resemblance to the ASUS Eee PC, it’s easy to mistake the P1620 for a copy-cat design. But Fujitsu was in the mini-notebook game long before the Eee came along.]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2008 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//up_close_with_dells_mininote.htm http://apcmag.com//up_close_with_dells_mininote.htm

Due by August, Dell’s 9 inch ‘Eee PC killer’ seeks to cut through the increasingly crowded mini-note market. Here's the latest on Dell’s littlest laptop.]]> Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:49:09 +1000 http://apcmag.com//bluescreen_asus_to_rebrand_as_eeesus.htm http://apcmag.com//bluescreen_asus_to_rebrand_as_eeesus.htm

Bluescreen | ASUS has decided to capitalise on the runaway success of the Eee PC and focus the company name on it. Oddly, though, its Eee desktop PC will be called the Wii PC.]]> Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:30:00 +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//olpc_20_towards_the_us75_laptop.htm http://apcmag.com//olpc_20_towards_the_us75_laptop.htm

MIT wants the second generation of its innovative ‘One Laptop Per Child’ sub-notebook to use a touchscreen QWERTY keyboard but aims for a price tag of US$75 by 2010.]]> Thu, 22 May 2008 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//windowsbased_eeepc_cheaper_than_linux_one.htm http://apcmag.com//windowsbased_eeepc_cheaper_than_linux_one.htm

Is ASUS in bed with Microsoft? The new XP-based EeePC 900 will actually be cheaper than the Linux-based version.]]> Wed, 07 May 2008 17:32:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how_to_get_windows_xp_running_well_on_the_eee_pc.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_get_windows_xp_running_well_on_the_eee_pc.htm

So you know someone who's bought one of the new Eee PCs running Windows XP? Take pity on them and make a few of these changes to make it run better.]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//in_depth_official_eee_pc_with_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//in_depth_official_eee_pc_with_xp.htm

Asus now offers Eee PC buyers a choice between Linux and Windows. So just how good (or how bad) is the little laptop when it comes pre-loaded with XP?]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus_opens_up_eee_pc_to_developers.htm http://apcmag.com//asus_opens_up_eee_pc_to_developers.htm

The Eee PC has joined the iPhone and Google Android in having a newly minted SDK being made available. We've taken a look at what ASUS is offering developers.]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp_unveils_sexy_eee_pc_killer.htm http://apcmag.com//hp_unveils_sexy_eee_pc_killer.htm

It’s more expensive than the Eee PC but boasts serious notebook tech such as a spill-proof keyboard, shock-resistant hard drive and aluminium chassis.]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:05:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus_499_linuxpowered_subnote_set_to_go_mainstream.htm http://apcmag.com//asus_499_linuxpowered_subnote_set_to_go_mainstream.htm

Enthusiastic Aussie response for the tiny Eee PC laptop now has Asus looking to a retail launch in time for a pre-Christmas debut.]]> Thu, 01 Nov 2007 03:39:54 +1000