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Time's up for Windows XP

Time’s up for Windows XP

Are you still using a PC running Windows XP?  Well on April 8 this year Microsoft will officially cease support for the aging operating system that was launched back in 2002. I recently caught up with Emmanuele Silanesu, Commercial Product & Marketing Manager – Windows at Microsoft  Australia to talk about the final wind up for the operating system and[Read More…]

XTreme Guard - iPad Mini screen protector takes a beating

XTreme Guard – iPad Mini screen protector takes a beating

I walked into the Harvey Norman store at KNOX in Victoria on Saturday to find someone taking to an iPad mini with a hammer! See below. What you’re seeing here is an iPad Mini with an XTreme Guard protective cover – which is why the screen glass isn’t breaking.  If you’re wondering why the screen cover appears to move around[Read More…]

YouTube announces Viral Video Trends of 2014

YouTube announces Viral Video Trends of 2014

YouTube is crafting every viral video online…or are they? Yes, while it’s April 2 here in Australia, over in the U.S it’s still April Fools Day! You may also enjoy these #newtrends videos CLOCKING VIDEO GLUB GLUB VIDEO KISSING DAD VIDEO

Gadgets to help you save power

Gadgets to help you save power

Did you participate in Earth Hour on Saturday night?  This global initiative encouraged people to switch off their lights for just one hour as a demonstration of concern for the environment…but if saving power is your aim, you can do that anytime you like and there are a few gadgets around to make it easier. If you have multiple appliances[Read More…]

Say goodbye to 'Bliss' as Windows XP support ends

Say goodbye to ‘Bliss’ as Windows XP support ends

It’s arguably one of the most recognised photos across the globe.  “Bliss” was the name given to the desktop background image that was included with Microsoft’s Windows XP Operating system when it launched in 2002. The photo was taken by world renowned photographer Charles O’Rear who throughout his 36 year career has also worked for publications such as the Los Angeles[Read More…]