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

New PC trends • The crystal ball clears.

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 30/06/25 to 17/08/25.

Microsoft ‘ending USB-C port confusion’ • All USB-C ports need to support data, charging, & display functionality.

Trouble in Store for Apple • Barry Collins investigates the problems facing Apple after its stinging court defeat to Epic Games.

System News • With floating infinity fans and scented thermal paste, Mark Williams wants to enter the Battlematrix!

The handheld future is heating up, but to whom does it belong? • Big chunky living room devices don’t factor heavily into gaming’s future, writes Shaun Prescott.

Every day is special • Finding the genuinely useful amid the internet haze.

GADGETS • Nice things to have

Can robots fix fashion? • One university has a new robots lab – for fashion. Nicole Kobie unveils how the Robotics Living Lab is working to fix clothing production.

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

Geekom A5 2025 edition • A small and budget-friendly PC that handles everyday tasks with ease.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 13in • Microsoft’s latest and smallest Surface is an affordability winner in a gorgeous shell.

Acer Swift 16 AI • The latest Intel CPU in an impressive 16in OLED laptop, with a couple of minor quirks.

Asus ProArt Display OLED PA32UCDM • Has Asus made the ultimate monitor. Again?

Dell Pro 14 Plus Portable Monitor P1425 • Easy to use, but not strong on configuration choices.

D-Link DWR-933M 4G+ Cat6 Wi-Fi 6 Mobile Hotspot • Simple and very affordable, but absolutely a niche device in 2025.

Dell S3225QC QD-OLED • Dell’s first non-gaming QD-OLED screen is a winner… But where are all the ports?

Asus ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme AIO • A next-level cooling solution for people who refuse to compromise on performance or style.

Asus A31 • A great versatile case for a system builder.

Moto Razr 60 Ultra • A stunning screen, great cameras, superb battery life and a powerful chipset make this the best flip phone yet – but it comes at a price.

COMPUTEX 2025 SHOWCASE • LINDSAY HANDMER investigates the latest and greatest at the world’s biggest PC show.

GIMP 3.0

6 apps for Stargazing and astrophotography • Eyes on the skies for the astral prize.

Ubuntu 25.04 • Huffing and puffing, Nate Drake takes a look at the interim 25.04 release and wonders how things could get much better.

GAMING & CREATIVE LAPTOPS • With Nvidia’s RTX 50-series now coming to laptops en masse, we put seven top contenders through their paces.

Asus ROG Strix Scar 16 (2025) • With flashy lights and strong performance, the ROG Strix Scar 16 is only let down by its relatively high cost.

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) • The most powerful gaming laptop around – a fact that’s amply reflected in its bulk and that whopping price.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) • Superb performance combines with a svelte design and mesmerising OLED to deliver big.

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 (2025) • A strong performer, but it doesn’t feel as premium as its rivals – a fact reflected by its asking price.

HP Omen Max 16...