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Getting Started with Podcasting

Getting Started with Podcasting

Australia is one of the biggest markets when it comes to the consumption of Podcasts…so it’s no surprise that more people want to make them. If that’s you then you only need a few things to get started.  A computer with sound recording and editing software, a set of headphones…and a quality Microphone. This week I’ve been testing out two[Read More…]

World Backup Day -  Do you have a Backup Plan?

World Backup Day – Do you have a Backup Plan?

March 31 was World Backup Day. While it’s not something you should only think about once a year, once you put a backup plan in place you shouldn’t have to think about it too often at all. World backup day aims to educate people around the world about the increasing role of data in our lives and the importance of regular[Read More…]

Is Google Home Spying on You?

Is Google Home Spying on You?

Is Google Home spying on its users?  That was the question put to me by Bianca, Terry & Bob on Brisbane radio station 97.3 a few months ago. Listen below to how the conversation played out.

Is Technology affecting your Sleep?

Is Technology affecting your Sleep?

  Your Smartphone may be preventing you from getting a good night’s sleep. According to a 2016 survey by Sealy Posturepedic, 75 percent of Australians experience sleep issues…and sleep expert Dr. Amy Reynolds says that late night online interactions on smartphones or tablet devices are not helping. At the time of the survey, I spoke with Dr. Reynolds about the[Read More…]

Help! My iPhone/iPad won't switch on!

Help! My iPhone/iPad won’t switch on!

Here’s a quick solution to a common problem experienced by iPhone and iPad owners – a device that won’t turn on. It may not ever happen to you however I’ve seen it first hand – you go to turn their device on, and nothing happens…or it simply freezes while on…and won’t turn off. The good news is that it’s usually[Read More…]