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

Just do it • It’s time to make a PC

Exclusive downloads • Your free full-version apps as a thanks for reading APC. These exclusive downloads will only be available for a limited time, from 29/03/24 to 16/05/24.

Arm-based laptops may not be a cheap alternative to x86 • AMD and Intel can breathe easier for a little longer, it would seem.

In the eyes of AI, it would seem that nothing is ever truly yours once it’s posted online • Reddit’s set to rake in US$60M per year in a deal with Google to train future models on its 20 years’ worth of user generated content.

The games industry is in disaster mode • After COVID expansion comes a contraction, but there are bigger problems involved, writes Shaun Prescott.

Moore’s Law is slowing down • This is a most disappointing generation of GPUs.

DNA is potentially the future of data storage • It’s been talked about for years, but how close is it to becoming a reality?

Are cheap chips a thing of the past? • Following the money back to the fabs, Jeremy finds little sense in current pricing.

Digitally dishonest • When technology glosses over reality, says Jon Honeyball, we put history at risk.

Working with robots: will it make us lazy? • Research has suggested we slack off when teamed with a robot – an effect seen with other technologies, too. Nicole Kobie reveals what’s happening.

Fairphone 5 • The Fairphone 5 is the fifth phone in Fairphone’s repairable lineup. It keeps the same part modularity as its previous generations. Let’s dive inside!

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

THE LIST • The best audiophile headphones

Skype vs Teams • Ian Evenden wonders which of Microsoft’s chat apps is the winner?

GADGETS • Nice things to have

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

Asus Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3405) • Satisfying your premium Intel Ultra CPU cravings in a powerful yet sleek and portable package.

Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 • Is it worth shelling out top dollar for a high end, monster gaming laptop?

Samsung 990 EVO 2TB SSD • Samsung’s New 990 EVO attempts to find the balance between performance and power.

MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED • Just how epic is MSI’s 3rd-Generation QD-OLED gaming monitor going to be?

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 • The QD OLED variant of the original Odyssey G9 takes display tech to new heights.

Benq Zowie XL2546X • A monitor purpose built for gaming greatness.

Thermaltake Tower 300 Micro ATX PC case • It’s good looking, but how practical is this large, pricey case?

Sapphire Pulse Radeon RX 7600 XT • It’s an RX 7600 with more memory.

Sapphire Nitro+ Radeon RX 7900 GRE • A golden rabbit that is no bunny.

Wacom One 13 Touch • You can buy bigger drawing tablets for less, but the build quality, ease of use and stylus make this stand out.

XP-Pen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) • A stylus with 16,000 pressure levels makes this second-generation drawing display a compelling choice.

Handy Viewer 2.0 • Image viewer

HiBit Uninstaller 3.1.81

PrivaZer 4.0.82

Should I pay for? • Choose the right version of software

Bartender 5 • Take back control of your menu bar with this brilliant app

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