PC Pro Podcast 265
On this weeks podcast: Apple reveals iOS 7 and the new Mac Pro; we discuss the impact of the Prism revelations; Samsung touts a camera-smartphone hybrid, the Galaxy S4 Zoom; and a Microsoft-backed program offers £24 PCs to get poor Brits online. Finally,
Wednesday, 12-Jun-13 16:44 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 264
On this weeks podcast we discuss Intels Haswell chips; Microsofts offer to bundle Office free with compact tablets; mobile repeater sites that skirt the law; and Ubuntu declaring an end to Microsofts dominance. Our Hot Hardware candidate is Samsung Series
Wednesday, 05-Jun-13 16:33 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 263
On this week’s podcast we discuss the possibility of larger (or smaller) iPhones, LGs decision not to make another Nexus phone, a scare over the security of Skys Android apps and Intels concerns over slowing PC sales. Our hot hardware candidate is the HP
Wednesday, 29-May-13 15:27 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 262
On this week’s podcast: Yahoo gives Flickr a lick of paint; Apple is pulled up for tax avoidance; Leap Motion brings gesture control to Windows 8; and Microsoft unveils the Xbox One. Finally, Microsofts long-awaited tablet, the Surface Pro, makes its bid
Wednesday, 22-May-13 16:08 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 261
On this week’s podcast we discuss HP’s new Android-based hybrid laptop; we ask why the police have reportedly been browsing through EE’s customer data; we ponder the failure of the Facebook-branded HTC First; and we ask whether YouTube is right to start c
Wednesday, 15-May-13 15:51 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 260
On this weeks podcast we discuss the latest news on Windows Blue, a Spotify hack that lets users download songs for free, an odd-looking convertible PC from Acer and new details of Intels forthcoming Haswell chips. Our hot hardware candidate is the BlackB
Wednesday, 08-May-13 14:18 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 259
On this weeks podcast: Barnes and Noble slashes e-reader prices, Microsoft integrates Skype into Outlook.com, Intel touts $200 Android laptops and Canadian researchers develop a bendy smartphone. Our hot hardware candidate is the eagerly anticipated Samsu
Wednesday, 01-May-13 15:03 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 258
On this weeks podcast we discuss financial reports that show falling profits for Apple and flatlining revenues for Windows. We also look at government claims that 90% of companies have been affected by cyber-attacks in the past twelve months, and track th
Wednesday, 24-Apr-13 14:55 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 257
On this weeks podcast we discuss rumours that the Start button might be officially returning to Windows 8, pick apart Virgin and T-Mobiles traffic management policies and ask why no ones buying Chromebooks. Our hot hardware candidate is the Afinia H-Serie
Wednesday, 17-Apr-13 14:34 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 256
On this weeks podcast we discuss EEs doubled 4G speeds, Microsofts latest Windows 8 discounts, the new Facebook Home front-end for Android and the rise and rise of digital currency BitCoin. Our hot hardware candidate is the Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9in, an
Wednesday, 10-Apr-13 14:21 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 255
On the podcast this week, Amazon launches its Cloud Drive service; Office 365 claims a quarter of all Office sales; Apple backs down in the Chinese warranty row; and we ponder whether the worlds ready for a Facebook phone. Our hot hardware candidate is th
Wednesday, 03-Apr-13 17:25 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 254
On this weeks podcast we take a first look at the new Windows Blue; weigh up criticism of Microsoft over its use of UEFI Secure Boot; look forward to using Kindles on aeroplanes; and ask why Three seems to be in no rush to roll out 4G. Our hot hardware ca
Wednesday, 27-Mar-13 16:21 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 253
On this weeks podcast we discuss Samsungs newly announced Galaxy S IV smartphone, and ask whether it has Apple rattled. We also look at the governments BT broadband decision, pore over a report that finds digital downloads better value than physical purch
Wednesday, 20-Mar-13 16:22 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 252
On this weeks podcast, real-worlder Steve Cassidy joins the gang to discuss the relaxation of Microsofts Windows 8 Flash ban; the first crop of apps for Google Glass; a technology that claims to recognise fraudsters by sight alone; and a 3D scanner that c
Wednesday, 13-Mar-13 16:19 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 251
On this weeks podcast we discuss a mammoth fine for Microsoft, soaring share prices for Google, and Sky snapping up two of its broadband rivals. We also look forward to a new eye-tracking feature for the Samsung Galaxy S IV, and reduced prices for compact
Wednesday, 06-Mar-13 15:37 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 250
On this weeks podcast we discuss new devices unveiled at Mobile World Congress, including some low-cost Windows Phone 8 handsets and two phones from Asus that turn into tablets. We also question EEs claim that unlimited mobile data tariffs are unnecessary
Wednesday, 27-Feb-13 14:57 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 249
In this weeks podcast we learn that PC shoppers are still opting for Windows 7; we discuss the prospects for Ubuntus tablet OS; we look over the results of the 4G spectrum auction; and we ask whether Microsofts licensing terms for Office 2013 are really f
Wednesday, 20-Feb-13 17:44 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 248
On this weeks podcast: Intel plans its own online TVs; Surface Pro arrives in the US and immediately sells out; Microsoft Security Essentials continues to struggle; Opera moves to the WebKit rendering engine; and rumour has it that Apple may be working on
Wednesday, 13-Feb-13 16:59 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 247
On this week’s podcast, Dell goes private with a $2bn loan from Microsoft, hard disks keep cheap SSDs at bay, Twitter survives another hack attack and BT scraps the restrictions on its unlimited broadband. Our candidate for hot hardware is BlackBerrys Z10
Wednesday, 06-Feb-13 18:53 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 246
On this week’s podcast we discuss Ubuntu’s possible switch to “rolling releases”; welcome some encouraging financial news from Nokia; mull over some more equivocal financial news from Amazon; and question why it is that even Intel doesn’t consider Thunder
Wednesday, 30-Jan-13 16:47 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 245
This weeks podcast takes in a whole splurge of news from Microsoft, touching on Office, Surface, Windows Phone and a possible Dell buy-in. We also discuss the 4G spectrum auction and Kim Dotcoms new Mega file hosting service. Our hot hardware candidate is
Wednesday, 23-Jan-13 16:23 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 244
On this weeks podcast Jessops and HMV send in the administrators, Tactus demos a tablet that grows buttons, Plusnet looks to solve the IP address shortage and Windows 8 takes the rap for poor PC sales. Finally, Lenovos IdeaPad Yoga 11 bends over backwards
Wednesday, 16-Jan-13 17:03 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 243
On this weeks podcast we discuss the latest news from CES in Las Vegas: theres new Intel chips, Nvidias mobile gaming platform and an assortment of weird and wonderful inventions, including a computer that looks like a table and a Windows 8 PC that transf
Wednesday, 09-Jan-13 16:27 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 242
In our first podcast of 2013, we discuss how the viral nature of Twitter affects libel damages; ponder Microsofts rising market share; weigh up the prospects of a touchscreen version of Ubuntu; and look ahead to the key technologies to look out for in the
Wednesday, 02-Jan-13 17:05 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 241
In this weeks podcast we discuss Instagrams attempts to claim ownership of users photos; ask whether the cookie regulations introduced earlier this year have done a jot of good; and discuss new legal guidelines covering offensive online postings. We also
Wednesday, 19-Dec-12 16:29 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 240
On this weeks podcast we discuss hard times for HP; why LCD technology refuses to die; how a Gmail outage affected Chrome and Chromebooks; and whether details of censored websites should be made public. Our hot hardware candidate is Apples new slimline (
Wednesday, 12-Dec-12 16:46 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 239
On this weeks podcast we (once again) ponder sales of Windows 8 and its accompanying hardware; we discuss Dells new Ubuntu-based Ultrabook; we question the need for the so-called snoopers charter that could be signed into law next year; and we dig into IS
Wednesday, 05-Dec-12 17:12 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 238
On this weeks podcast we look at sales figures for Windows 8; the runaway successes of Android and iOS; the dangers of participating in hacktivism attacks; and a glaring security hole on the BT website. We also consider the Nook HD as our Hot Hardware of
Wednesday, 28-Nov-12 17:01 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 237
On this weeks podcast: HP takes an $8.8bn hit on Autonomy, Intel CEO Paul Otellini steps down, Google Play Music takes to the cloud and UK surfers struggle to spot pirated software. Finally, Asus dual-screened Windows 8 hybrid, the Taichi, makes its bid f
Wednesday, 21-Nov-12 17:48 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 236
On this weeks podcast, Sinofsky waves goodbye to Microsoft, Google gets taken to task for tax avoidance, BT touts a 10Gbit broadband connection and Kent Police finger a poppy-burning Facebook user. Finally, Apples iPad Mini makes its play for Hot Hardware
Wednesday, 14-Nov-12 20:31 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 235
On this weeks podcast, Google quietly slips Do Not Track into Chrome, the UK government looks to save money online, we mourn the passing of Microsoft Live Messenger and Virgins TV and landline services go mobile. Finally, we cast our votes on Nokias Lumia
Wednesday, 07-Nov-12 17:00 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 234
On this weeks podcast, we discuss Googles super-high resolution tablet, Apples boardroom dramas, the launch of Windows 8, and lightbulbs that you can control with your smartphone. Plus, Microsofts Surface RT tablet is nominated for Hot Hardware.
Wednesday, 31-Oct-12 16:17 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 233
On this weeks podcast, Apple refreshes its range of iPads, iMacs and Macbooks, we take EE to task for its stingy 4G data caps, the world readies itself for the launch of Windows 8, and the UK government doles out 50 scholarships to budding Computer Scienc
Wednesday, 24-Oct-12 16:15 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 232
On this weeks lengthy podcast we discuss Gary McKinnons extradition reprieve, look at new ebook readers from Amazon and Kobo, question the validity of EPEAT green certification and debate whether Microsoft has hit the right price for its Surface RT tablet
Wednesday, 17-Oct-12 15:48 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 231
On this weeks podcast: Microsoft plans to make more hardware; the US claims that Huawei and ZTE cannot be trusted; Motorola calls time on its smartphone/laptop hybrids; and HPs shares take a tumble. Finally, Pures Sensia 200D Connect makes its bid for Hot
Wednesday, 10-Oct-12 15:30 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 230
On this weeks podcast we discuss the UKs newly accelerated 4G rollout; disappointing sales for Ultrabooks; the EUs probe into Apple warranties; and Nominets idea for new all-British domains. Our hot hardware candidate is the Nook SimpleTouch with GlowLigh
Wednesday, 03-Oct-12 16:21 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 229
In this weeks podcast we meet the iPhone 5 in the flesh and discuss Apple’s embarrassment over the iOS 6 Maps app; debate public funding for broadband; and mull over a miniature camera that takes snaps throughout your day. Our Hot Hardware candidate is th
Wednesday, 26-Sep-12 16:31 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 228
In this weeks podcast we discuss whether the iPhone 5 shows Apple has lost its way; ask who would pay $99 a year for Office 365; tackle the big question of whether piracy is bad; and report on Intels new concept of voice- and gesture-driven perceptual com
Wednesday, 19-Sep-12 15:11 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 227
In this weeks podcast Amazon unveils its Kindle Fire HD, Intel touts its latest CPU technology, EE (the network formerly known as Everything Everywhere) begins the 4G rollout, and the UKs new culture minister checks in. Finally, Sonys Google TV box make i
Wednesday, 12-Sep-12 16:46 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 226
In this weeks podcast we discuss the first crop of Windows 8 hardware, as shown off at IFA; the recently revealed security hole in Java; HPs apparent stepping in to teach customers how to use Windows 8; and Twitters new plans for behavioural advertising.
Wednesday, 05-Sep-12 12:10 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 225
On this weeks podcast we discuss the huge fine awarded against Samsung in its patent dispute with Apple and wave goodbye to both Sonys optical drives and Lexmarks inkjet printer range. Our hot hardware candidate is the ultra-widescreen Toshiba U840W-107 U
Wednesday, 29-Aug-12 15:48 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 224
On this weeks podcast we analyse the Culture Secretarys claim that the UK has Europes best broadband; discuss Everything Everywheres head start on 4G; ask whether Windows 8 will boost or harm PC sales; and count the girls taking A-Level Computer Studies (
Wednesday, 22-Aug-12 15:52 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 223
On this weeks podcast we discuss Googles taxes, round up which manufacturers will and wont be producing Windows RT tablets, consider the four-year sentence handed down to an accused file-sharing conspirator and raise an eyebrow at the ICOs slowness in enf
Wednesday, 15-Aug-12 14:26 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 222
On this weeks podcast: Microsoft drops Metro branding in Windows 8, Kindle ebooks outsell paperbacks, Facebooks share price takes another tumble and Google pulls the plug on its failed projects. Finally, Overclockers pint-sized gaming PC, the Titan Prodig
Wednesday, 08-Aug-12 15:52 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 221
On this weeks podcast we discuss how Hotmail has become outlook.com; more security embarrassments for Dropbox; rows over Twitter abuse; and criticism in the House of Lords over government broadband plans. Our hot hardware candidate is a ginormous 27in Sam
Wednesday, 01-Aug-12 16:26 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 220
On this weeks podcast: why some ISPs refused to sign a net neutrality pledge, Apple sales disappoint, Windows 8 accelerates everything and the ISPs that hand over your data without question. Plus, Nokia’s 41-megapixel cameraphone is this week’s Hot Hardwa
Wednesday, 25-Jul-12 15:50 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 219
On this weeks podcast we give our first impressions of Microsofts just-unveiled Office 2013 preview, discuss Yahoo!s new CEO, marvel at the efficacy of the Pirate Bay ban and wonder just what Apples playing at as it rejoins the EPEAT green certification p
Wednesday, 18-Jul-12 17:00 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 218
On this weeks podcast we look at how ISPs are failing to block online porn; discuss Windows 8s new Time Machine-type backup feature; look forward to the arrival of the new OS in a matter of months; and ponder Apples abandonment of green certification. Our
Wednesday, 11-Jul-12 15:22 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 217
On this weeks podcast we discuss the discounted price of Windows 8 upgrades, HPs preference for x86 over ARM, RIMs death spiral denial and the death of Flash. Plus, this weeks Hot Hardware is a Windows 8 tablet.
Wednesday, 04-Jul-12 17:15 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 216
On this weeks podcast we discuss IT woes at RBS, Microsofts surprise Windows Phone 8 announcement, Google and Microsofts big investments in tablets and how Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales has weighed in to support Richard ODwyers fight against extradition.
Wednesday, 27-Jun-12 16:25 UTC
PC Pro podcast 215
On this weeks podcast, Microsoft pulls the covers off its Surface tablet, an MoD-funded report urges the UK to spend less on AV and more on busting online crime, and Barry Collins takes BT to task over its patchy fibre network. Finally, Disgos budget tabl
Wednesday, 20-Jun-12 15:54 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 214
On this weeks podcast we discuss the newly announced iOS 6, the cost of the ICOs dithering over cookies, the proposed Defamation Bill that could see online bullies named and prosecuted, and the 4G alliance between O2 and Vodafone. Our hot hardware candida
Wednesday, 13-Jun-12 16:42 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 213
This weeks podcast is a Windows 8 Release Preview special. We discuss whats new in this latest pre-release, plus what works and what doesnt. We also look over reports of new Windows 8 hardware emanating from the Computex expo in Taipei. Our hot hardware c
Wednesday, 06-Jun-12 17:20 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 212
On this weeks podcast we discuss Googles new Chromebox; weigh up warnings that office workers will revolt if not upgraded to Windows 7; discuss the still-ongoing trial over the Twitter bomb threat; and vent our frustration at the ICOs abrupt volte-face ov
Wednesday, 30-May-12 16:38 UTC
PC Pro Podcast 211
On this weeks podcast, Aero Glass goes out the window, Windows 8 proves too fast for the F8 key, UK broadband funding favours BT, Facebooks flotation starts to sink and Mozilla urges everyone to code. Finally, Tiffens Smoothee brings steadicam shooting to
Wednesday, 23-May-12 16:46 UTC