APC

For people who love technology, APC is unique: it's the world's longest-published monthly tech magazine. Launched in May 1980, we were there when Apple's Macintosh and IBM's PC were born, and have been at the forefront of tech ever since. With a combination of insights, testing and tutorials APC lets you stay up-to-date with tech as it changes the world.

APC

Your expert friends • Staying on top of tech.

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High-end chips may soon include location tracking tech • White House moves to curb smuggling to China.

Future proofing Wi-Fi • Next-gen Wi-Fi 8 focuses on reliability instead of speed.

Intel’s big shake-up • After getting a Tan and shedding fat, Mark Williams wonders how good Intel will look next year.

Videogame porn bans are a portent for worse things to come • If an Australian lobby group can cower Valve via payment processors, the story doesn’t end at objectionable material, writes Shaun Prescott.

Keen on the September NBN upgrade? Keep these things in mind • Big NBN providers like Aussie Broadband are ready for the speed boost – but are you?

GADGETS • Nice things to have

REVIEWS • Expert reviews and recommendations to help you buy with confidence

Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 laptop • A competent 2-in-1 machine let down by a few odd design decisions and minor quirks.

LG Gram 17 • LG’s gigantic Gram is a lightweight laptop built to handle productivity-focused workflows.

Alienware 16X Aurora • A new mid-range gaming laptop with the latest Nvidia GPU.

DaVinci Resolve 20 (2025) • Completely free video editing with no ads or serious limitations.

BenQ GW2490 • How good can a monitor be that’s so incredibly cheap?

Asus Prime RX 9060 XT 16GB OC • A compelling mid-range GPU that closes the gap between AMD and Nvidia.

Garmin Venu X1 • A shift toward a more stylish, everyday-wearable design without compromising on its deep athletic past.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 • No S Pen support and a crazy price, but this is a gorgeously thin and light foldable with a magnificent 8in internal display.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 • The bigger “Flex” display is the undoubted star, and it’s now more flexible than ever thanks to AI enhancements.

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BEST FREE SOFTWARE You’ll master in minutes... • Don’t waste time and effort getting to grips with needlessly complicated programs. Robert Irvine reveals the 20 simplest free tools for performing everyday tasks.

YOUR COMPLETE AI GUIDE • Don’t waste time and money on rubbish and overpriced AI. Robert Irvine reveals 20 superb tools you must use, and 20 to avoid, to make the most of the new technology.

WHO’S AT YOUR DOOR? • From deterring burglars to ensuring packages are safely delivered, a video doorbell has many benefits. Robert Irvine explains why you should buy one and which device to choose.

YOU AND AI ARE GOING TO LIVE FOREVER • AI is offering people a shot at digital immortality. Barry Collins investigates where it might all lead.

MY DEATHBOT’S A COMPULSIVE LIAR • Or, how to build a deathbot that leads a more interesting life than you do in less than an hour.

Next-gen connections • As our devices get smarter and faster, we need new connectors to keep them all working smoothly together. Darien Graham-Smith examines the ports and technologies you might see on your next computer – or the one after that.

EPAPER Everywhere • Low-power screens are appearing in all manner of devices. Barry Collins plots the rise of...