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//optimise-a-tablet-for-the-car.htm http://apcmag.com//optimise-a-tablet-for-the-car.htm

Getting the software right for the best car experience.]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 17:30:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside-nfc-how-near-field-communication-works.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-nfc-how-near-field-communication-works.htm

It's got the potential to change how we pay for things and even open doors (and all by using our smartphones), but what is NFC and how does it work?]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:18:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//jawbone-jambox-review-hands-on-with-the-worlds-first-intelligent-wireless-speaker-and-speakerphone.htm http://apcmag.com//jawbone-jambox-review-hands-on-with-the-worlds-first-intelligent-wireless-speaker-and-speakerphone.htm

What happens when you take a boombox, miniaturise it, add some designer style and then chuck Bluetooth into the mix?]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 11:42:02 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ipad-keyboard-case-turns-your-ipad-into-a-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//ipad-keyboard-case-turns-your-ipad-into-a-netbook.htm

How'd you like to turn your iPad into a netbook?]]> Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:45:23 +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//now-for-the-bluetooth3g-home-phone.htm http://apcmag.com//now-for-the-bluetooth3g-home-phone.htm

The advent of 'unlimited' mobile plans has sparked a new category of gizmo: Bluetooth home phones that use your mobile to place calls. PLUS: The most bastardly press release ever.]]> Mon, 24 May 2010 17:46:36 +1000 http://apcmag.com//blackberry-watch-feeds-your-crackberry-addiction.htm http://apcmag.com//blackberry-watch-feeds-your-crackberry-addiction.htm

This over-sized watch uses Bluetooth to link to your BlackBerry and display incoming messages, RSS alerts and other notifications. It also tells the time.]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:26:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//wi-fi-direct-to-link-gadgets-via-direct-ad-hoc-wireless.htm http://apcmag.com//wi-fi-direct-to-link-gadgets-via-direct-ad-hoc-wireless.htm

A new WI-Fi spec due in 2010 will allow devices such as cameras, laptops and photo frames to create instant peer-to-peer wireless connections.]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:15:21 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apples-secret-new-ipod-touch-has-unactivated-fm-radio-and-80211n-hardware.htm http://apcmag.com//apples-secret-new-ipod-touch-has-unactivated-fm-radio-and-80211n-hardware.htm

The new iPod Touch unveilled last week disappointingly lacks a video camera but it’s got an FM receiver, FM transmitter and 5GHz 802.11n wireless hidden under the hood...]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:00:32 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dual-mode-bluetooth-30-to-boost-data-speeds-and-battery-life.htm http://apcmag.com//dual-mode-bluetooth-30-to-boost-data-speeds-and-battery-life.htm

Set to debut this month the next-gen Bluetooth standard will allow devices to automatically switch between low-power and high-speed modes, and even gets friendly with Wi-Fi.]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:53:52 +1000 http://apcmag.com//wtf-blackberry-and-lenovo-partner-to-release-a-product-that-nobody-needs.htm http://apcmag.com//wtf-blackberry-and-lenovo-partner-to-release-a-product-that-nobody-needs.htm

Three letters: WTF. Absolutely nobody needs this bizarre new product from Lenovo, one of the weirdest things we've seen for years.]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//centrino_2_notebooks_to_get_personal_wifi.htm http://apcmag.com//centrino_2_notebooks_to_get_personal_wifi.htm

Intel launches ‘My WiFi’ personal area networking for new Centrino 2 notebooks to create direct connections to Wi-Fi printers, smartphones, projectors and even other notebooks]]> Fri, 09 Jan 2009 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp_compaq_2230s_notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//hp_compaq_2230s_notebook.htm

Placed between a notebook and a netbook, the ultraportable HP Compaq 2230s is great for business professionals. ]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pioneer_avicf500bt.htm http://apcmag.com//pioneer_avicf500bt.htm

The Pioneer AVIC-F500BT offers a unique compromise between a portable navigation device and a built-in GPS console.]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel_to_add_wifi_personal_area_networking_to_centrino_2.htm http://apcmag.com//intel_to_add_wifi_personal_area_networking_to_centrino_2.htm

New ‘Cliffside’ technology supports simultaneous simple Bluetooth-style connection to multiple devices within a three metre radius.]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:00:00 +1000