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Trend Micro warns of low-tech phishing scams

Trend Micro warns of low-tech phishing scams

Cyber criminals want to steal your information…and if they already have it they’ll use it to try and grab your hard earned cash.  You might expect this in the form of a fake shopping website or malicious software download, but sometimes their efforts are surprisingly low-tech. Internet security company Trend Micro warns that a phone call out of the blue that[Read More…]

Office 365 gets personal

Office 365 gets personal

Microsoft’s Office suite of programs like Word, Excel and Powerpoint are an everyday essential for all types of computer users. With Office 365 you can get those essential tools plus extras like OneDrive cloud storage, Skype call credits and more for a monthly subscription fee. Until now Microsoft has targeted the Office 365 offering to households with a premium edition[Read More…]

Multiple wins for LEGO at the 2014 Toy Awards

Multiple wins for LEGO at the 2014 Toy Awards

The Australian Toy, hobby and nursery fair is taking place in Melbourne this week with the highlight being the annual Toy of the year awards.  With The Lego Movie coming to cinemas in April this year, associated toys are looking to be a big hit if the multiple awards are anything to go by.   A full list of category[Read More…]

Use your iPhone without opening its case

Use your iPhone without opening its case

For me one of the most essential items for any mobile device is a good case, Not just to protect the device from bumps and scratches but also to personalise your device. The only real problem here is that if you have a case that flips open then the front cover can get in the way or require two hands[Read More…]

Samsung Galaxy S5 will have fingerprint reader

Samsung Galaxy S5 will have fingerprint reader

Fingerprint recognition on a smartphone isn’t just for iPhone5S owners. When Samsung launches its Galaxy S5 in April it will be equipped with a fingerprint reader that will move password security out of your head and to your thumb…or any other finger. This finger scanner will also work with paypal for online and in-store payments. Other features on the Galaxy[Read More…]