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//jb-hi-fi-now-beta-serves-up-free-music-streaming-for-a-month.htm http://apcmag.com//jb-hi-fi-now-beta-serves-up-free-music-streaming-for-a-month.htm

Want free music for the Christmas holidays? Of course you do, and it's easy to get if you sign up with JB Hi-Fi NOW's free beta trial, which launched yesterday.]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:18:09 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-music-set-to-let-you-share-your-song-purchases-with-friends.htm http://apcmag.com//google-music-set-to-let-you-share-your-song-purchases-with-friends.htm

In a surprise spin on what its online music competitors are offering, it's reported that Google Music will soon offer music sharing as part of its song purchase scheme.]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 15:19:24 +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//the-calm-before-the-cloud-apple-quietly-begins-music-streaming.htm http://apcmag.com//the-calm-before-the-cloud-apple-quietly-begins-music-streaming.htm

Despite iCloud's download-only approach to music, Apple is quietly experimenting with streaming on the iTunes Music Store, courtesy of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-get-legal-content-via-torrents.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-get-legal-content-via-torrents.htm

The BitTorrent protocol lets you find and download massive (and small) files from the internet – here’s how to do it and where to get legal torrents.]]> Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-ripping-blu-ray-discs.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-ripping-blu-ray-discs.htm

Ripping Blu-rays is not as straightforward or commonplace as ripping DVDs or CDs, but don't let that stop you repurposing your HD content.]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:23:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-ripping-dvds.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-ripping-dvds.htm

You’ll find no shortage of commercial one-click solutions for ripping DVDs to your hard drive, but there are also free options. ]]> Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-ripping-audio-from-cds.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-ripping-audio-from-cds.htm

Ripping an audio CD seems straightforward, but here we show you how to get the highest quality, error-free rips.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-recording-from-lp-or-cassette.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-recording-from-lp-or-cassette.htm

Want to transfer those remaining LPs to digital format? Sound-editing expert Mike Le Voi shows how to do it and and maintain the highest quality. ]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-foxtel.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-foxtel.htm

There’s no need to worry about losing your Foxtel shows if you fill your iQ hard drive or want to cancel your subscription at some point in the future.]]> Sat, 18 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-free-to-air-tv.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-free-to-air-tv.htm

VHS may be obsolete, but the desire to have a copy of your favourite TV show is still alive and kicking — especially now there are so many ways to play that video content back.]]> Fri, 17 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-audio-streams.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-audio-streams.htm

How to capture internet radio streams and music from music subscription sites so you can play it whenever you want.]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-overseas-content.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-overseas-content.htm

Aussies may get a decent selection of streaming video options, but our US friends across the pond have it far better.]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-youtube-videos.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-copying-youtube-videos.htm

Most people associate YouTube with funny video clips of cats barking or the latest Rebecca Black-style viral sensation, but there’s a lot more quality content than you may realise.]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:51:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-view-copy-streaming-videos.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-view-copy-streaming-videos.htm

When you stream a video, you actually download it. Here, we show you how to keep it.]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:26:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-keep-movies-music-forever.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-rip-anything-keep-movies-music-forever.htm

Over the next two weeks, Jenneth Orantia and Mike Le Voi will show you how to (legally) copy, rip or download virtually any form of media so you can enjoy it permanently.]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2011 13:28:11 +1000 http://apcmag.com//googles-killer-entertainment-push-youtube-movie-rentals-google-music.htm http://apcmag.com//googles-killer-entertainment-push-youtube-movie-rentals-google-music.htm

Google is taking big steps into mainstream entertainment with its just-announced YouTube movie rental feature, and its Google Music service is expected to be unveiled overnight.]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 17:30:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-music-is-on-its-way-but-where-when-and-how.htm http://apcmag.com//google-music-is-on-its-way-but-where-when-and-how.htm

Seamless integration between iTunes and the iDevices has proved a tough nut for competitors to crack. But all that could soon change as Google readies its own cloud music platform.]]> Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:11:54 +1000 http://apcmag.com//fbimakeover.htm http://apcmag.com//fbimakeover.htm

APC and Seagate have teamed up to upgrade Sydney radio station FBi Radio's digital music storage. We want you to help with the music cataloguing and tagging.]]> Wed, 07 Jul 2010 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//scareware-scam-bluffs-bittorrent-users-into-paying-bogus-on-the-spot-fine.htm http://apcmag.com//scareware-scam-bluffs-bittorrent-users-into-paying-bogus-on-the-spot-fine.htm

Malicious software scans a hard drive for .torrent files, fires up a “copyright violation alert” and stings innocent users for an on-the-spot US$4,000 fine. ]]> Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:41:27 +1000 http://apcmag.com//bigpond-music-dumps-support-for-wma-format.htm http://apcmag.com//bigpond-music-dumps-support-for-wma-format.htm

Telstra’s online music arm BigPond Music yesterday revealed it would ditch support for the unpopular Windows Media Audio format after April 1.]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:10:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//conroy-to-closely-examine-iinet-verdict.htm http://apcmag.com//conroy-to-closely-examine-iinet-verdict.htm

Pro-censorship Communications Minister Stephen Conroy says he will examine what the failure of the AFACT lawsuit against iiNet means for the industry. ]]> Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:40:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//netgear-unveils-new-399-home-nas-box.htm http://apcmag.com//netgear-unveils-new-399-home-nas-box.htm

The two-bay Stora takes aim at home media collections with centralised storage, backup, local sharing and remote access.]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:18:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hacker-purchase-anti-apple-ad-right-infront-of-apple-store.htm http://apcmag.com//hacker-purchase-anti-apple-ad-right-infront-of-apple-store.htm

The guy that broke DVD encryption, then Apple's Fairplay DRM, has done it again -- this time breaking into Apple's reality distortion field.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:05:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//digital-radio-launches-in-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//digital-radio-launches-in-australia.htm

MASSIVE SUPERGUIDE | Digital Radio officially goes live today. Here's our massive guide on how CD quality audio over the air works.]]> Fri, 29 May 2009 23:23:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pirate-bay-found-guilty-receives-jail-time.htm http://apcmag.com//pirate-bay-found-guilty-receives-jail-time.htm

A court in Stockholm has found the four founders of The Pirate Bay BitTorrent site guilty of providing access to copyright works over BitTorrent.]]> Sat, 18 Apr 2009 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//simon-klose-please-pirate-my-documentary-i-beg-you.htm http://apcmag.com//simon-klose-please-pirate-my-documentary-i-beg-you.htm

Simon Klose, Swedish filmmaker, is a rare breed. He wants his film pirated.]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ipod-shuffles-new-mystery-chip-explained.htm http://apcmag.com//ipod-shuffles-new-mystery-chip-explained.htm

The new iPod Shuffle contains a mysterious chip which sparked rumors on many a blog this weekend. ]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//chinese-crackers-break-itunes-algorithm-delivering-high-qanitity-content-for-next-to-nothing.htm http://apcmag.com//chinese-crackers-break-itunes-algorithm-delivering-high-qanitity-content-for-next-to-nothing.htm

As if creating knock-offs of handbags, sunglasses, shoes and clothing isn’t enough, Chinese hackers have now created a brand new industry: fake iTunes gift card sales.]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apples-new-ipod-shuffle-talks-to-you.htm http://apcmag.com//apples-new-ipod-shuffle-talks-to-you.htm

Well, that was unexpected. Apple has quietly released a new buttonless Shuffle with voice-over technology. Those parodies are coming true!]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:40:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//doubletwist-is-only-half-baked.htm http://apcmag.com//doubletwist-is-only-half-baked.htm

Some people have hailed doubleTwist as "possibly the world's best media player", with promise to break the iTunes monopoly.]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2009 11:12:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pirate-bay-goes-on-trial-20-things-you-need-to-know.htm http://apcmag.com//pirate-bay-goes-on-trial-20-things-you-need-to-know.htm

The world's largest BitTorrent tracker, on trial for piracy in Sweden, is providing live updates via Twitter. Here are 20 key facts you need to know, in 140 characters or less.]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:12:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nokia-to-offer-all-you-can-download-of-10-million-songs.htm http://apcmag.com//nokia-to-offer-all-you-can-download-of-10-million-songs.htm

Nokia has an unbelievably appealing offer coming up: unlimited downloads (to keep) from a library of over four million songs with a Nokia phone purchase.]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:45:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//singapore_airlines_gets_ipod__iphone_support.htm http://apcmag.com//singapore_airlines_gets_ipod__iphone_support.htm

Yeehaw -- finally! Singapore Airlines has installed full iPod and iPhone music and video connectivity in all classes on its newest plane.]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:11:30 +1000 http://apcmag.com//linksys_launches_linuxbased_home_media_server_wireless_streaming_audio_system.htm http://apcmag.com//linksys_launches_linuxbased_home_media_server_wireless_streaming_audio_system.htm

Linksys is kick-starting the digital home market with some new high-tech wireless home entertainment gear -- based around Linux.]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//rock_band_beats_itunes_to_selling_the_beatles_online.htm http://apcmag.com//rock_band_beats_itunes_to_selling_the_beatles_online.htm

It may not be inextricably linked to every iPod in the world, but the Rock Band console game has beaten Apple to the punch in selling Beatles music online.]]> Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:54:47 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet_piracy_case_starts_in_federal_court.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet_piracy_case_starts_in_federal_court.htm

iiNet says it will vigorously defend itself against AFACT's claims that it authorised piracy among its users, but the case looks set to be a long battle.]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:21:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//replacement_for_cd_nowhere_to_be_found.htm http://apcmag.com//replacement_for_cd_nowhere_to_be_found.htm

A 'new' technology that will apparently supercede the CD has gone on sale. The trouble is: none of the stores that are supposed to have it know about it.]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:36:18 +1000 http://apcmag.com//bose_releases_iphonecompatible_headphone_cords.htm http://apcmag.com//bose_releases_iphonecompatible_headphone_cords.htm

Now, cords wouldn't normally rate a mention...]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:38:55 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sonys_usb_turntable_turns_lps_into_mp3s.htm http://apcmag.com//sonys_usb_turntable_turns_lps_into_mp3s.htm

How’s this for retro-tech? Hook this turntable up to your PC, drag out those old albums and get set for a true ‘vinyl revival’.]]> Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//copyright_board_caves_leaves_royalty_pricing_the_same.htm http://apcmag.com//copyright_board_caves_leaves_royalty_pricing_the_same.htm

iTunes lives to fight another day as the US Copyright Board rejects music publishers' demands for a royalty rate increase.]]> Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:24:38 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple_may_close_itunes_music_store_if_price_hike_approved.htm http://apcmag.com//apple_may_close_itunes_music_store_if_price_hike_approved.htm

Apple claims it may be forced to close its highly successful iTunes music store if the US government tomorrow approves a 66 percent price hike for music royalties.]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2008 10:35:49 +1000 http://apcmag.com//vodafone_launches_unlimited_mobile_music_offer.htm http://apcmag.com//vodafone_launches_unlimited_mobile_music_offer.htm

It's an all-you-can-download music service, but if you're expecting DRM-free, high-quality downloads that you can keep, you'll be disappointed.]]> Mon, 22 Sep 2008 15:08:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apples_announces_new_ipods_itunes_8_and_an_upgrade_for_iphone_users.htm http://apcmag.com//apples_announces_new_ipods_itunes_8_and_an_upgrade_for_iphone_users.htm

Apple has introduced new iPods, including the iPod Nano 4G and a refreshed iPod Touch, which recommend tracks you might like. Plus: a major iPhone bug-fix. ]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2008 05:56:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//sanitys_new_music_store_a_drm_nightmare.htm http://apcmag.com//sanitys_new_music_store_a_drm_nightmare.htm

Sanity's new online music store is all about restrictions, restrictions, restrictions.]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:00:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//telstra_selling_drmfree_mp3_tracks_on_bigpond_music.htm http://apcmag.com//telstra_selling_drmfree_mp3_tracks_on_bigpond_music.htm

Bad news for Apple, great news for price competition in the marketplace: Telstra is now selling DRM-free MP3 music that can work on all music players including iPods.]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:31:22 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple_stop_changing_the_fing_ipod_connector.htm http://apcmag.com//apple_stop_changing_the_fing_ipod_connector.htm

Will your $500 iPod speakers work with your iPhone 3G? Don't count on it. ]]> Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:10:34 +1000 http://apcmag.com//oxx_classic_600_internet_radio.htm http://apcmag.com//oxx_classic_600_internet_radio.htm

Internet radio made easy - no PC required! This device looks and acts like a real radio with Wi-Fi connectivity]]> Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//denon_creates_500_ethernetcableforsuckers.htm http://apcmag.com//denon_creates_500_ethernetcableforsuckers.htm

$500 can buy you a decent desktop PC or ultra-portable notebook, but wouldn't you rather blow that wad of cash on an Ethernet cable?]]> Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:06:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//price_war_apple_offers_40_off_itunes_bigpond_offers_50_off_music.htm http://apcmag.com//price_war_apple_offers_40_off_itunes_bigpond_offers_50_off_music.htm

A tit-for-tat price war has broken out between telco giant Telstra and iPod-maker Apple over music pricing, with massive price cuts as both try to win customers from each other. ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:57:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//nokia_launches_local_music_store.htm http://apcmag.com//nokia_launches_local_music_store.htm

Nokia has launched an Australian Music Store with claims the site gives consumers 'real freedom to enjoy music at their fingertips.' But 'freedom' doesn't seem to describe it well.]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:40:35 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple_gives_wireless_music_80211n.htm http://apcmag.com//apple_gives_wireless_music_80211n.htm

The latest software upgrade from Apple finally lets you use Time Machine backup with an Airport Extreme, and a new rev of the Airport Express gives both Mac and PC users 'N' speed.]]> Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:48:41 +1000