Top Tech News of the Day

1) Extreme gamers play 48.5 hours per week, avid PC gamers older than average: NPD has released a few statistics highlighting the habits of “extreme gamers” – you know, folks like Julien Barreaux. The research firm found that extreme gamers represent 4% of the total US gaming population and spend 48.5 hours per week playing video games. @ TechSpot.

2) Apple iPad Mania Spans the Globe: IPad fever flared up around the world Friday, as the Apple device went on sale in the United Kingdom, Japan … and seven other countries. Australia was no exception. @ PCWorld.

3) Great Gaming PCs for All Budgets: While many hardcore gamers are always on the lookout for the best, fastest (and, consequently, priciest) rig, there are actually gaming desktop PCs to fit any budget. We give you some of the hottest ones out there. @ PCMag.

4) Apple MacBook/2.4GHz Review: Earlier this month, Apple quietly updated its entry-level laptop, the MacBook. Available in just one standard configuration, the new MacBook now sports a faster running processor and improved graphics that provide a modest speed improvement over its predecessor. @ MacWorld.