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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.

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TECHNOTES

Is quantum computing ready for prime time? • It’s no longer just science fiction – Steve Cassidy asks whether it’s time for businesses to make the quantum leap.

Big Microsoft leak reveals a company anxious about its games future • Nintendo and Valve aren’t too big to acquire for Xbox, but what if the acquisitions spree runs dry? Asks Shaun Prescott.

How many monkeys does it take to make a neural-computer interface? • A new report details the gruesome cost of Neuralink’s rapid development and suggests that founder Elon Musk is more willing than most to put animals in harm’s way to achieve results.

How it works • Nvidia DLSS 3.5 and ray reconstruction.

Intel’s glass substrates are coming to the processors of the future • What’s a house without a strong foundation?

Is AMD retreating from the high-end? • Red has cancelled some GPUs, but don’t panic!

Ancient tech treasures • The future is fantastic, but so is the present day argues Jon Honeyball.

The A-List • The best products on the market, as picked by our editors.

The best gaming chairs • When it comes to the best gaming chairs, it’s all about build quality, comfort, and customisation. You’ll be spending an awful lot of time sitting on one, so go for something that will last. We’ve tested numerous gaming chairs from reputable companies, and these are the pews that proved their worth. So while cheaper office chairs may seem tempting, investing in ergonomics is a decision your body will thank you for in the long run. Treat yourself to something special and give your posterior the care it deserves.

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Gadgets • Delightful devices.

Apple Mac Studio (M2 Ultra) • The new Mac Studio promises serious power and connectivity upgrades, but is the update as impressive as the original breakthrough device?

Gigabyte G5 • Gigabyte’s 2023 budget-conscious gaming laptop offers 40 series Nvidia GPUs for less.

Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320) • The new XPS Plus is cheaper and more powerful than ever, but does it last long enough to be the best premium ultra-portable laptop around?

Dell G16 7630 • Does Dell’s G16 gaming laptop have the G-force to make it great?

MSI Stealth 16 Mercedes-AMG Motorsport A13V • MSI hopes to outpace the competition with this Mercedes branded ultra-portable gaming/studio laptop.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 • Out of this world.

TP-Link Deco XE200 AX11000 Tri-band Whole Home Mesh System • A Wi-Fi mega-mesh that uses Wi-Fi 6E and a backhaul channel? Count us interested!

Sapphire Nitro+ Radeon RX 7800 XT • A top shelf RX 7800 XT with all the trimmings.

Sapphire Pure Radeon RX 7700 XT • A capable card that’s overshadowed by its big brother.

Asus TUF Gaming 850W Gold PSU • A tough and fair PSU.

BenQ Zowie EC3-CW • Can a wireless mouse really cut it for the most demanding of gamers?

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 • Samsung’s engineers continue to...