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4K TV even makes DVD look good

4K TV even makes DVD look good

If you’ve been down to your local TV retailer and seen the latest Ultra High definition TVs (also known as 4K TVs) then you’ll probably agree that the picture quality is amazing.  One of the big questions around 4K TV is about access to such high resolution content. Recently I spoke to Paul Colley, the group manager for network services and[Read More…]

Trend Micro offers Social Network privacy help to users

Think twice before you post anything on a social network such as Facebook or Twitter. According to a 2013 survey from Trend Micro 22% of Australian and New Zealand respondents said they have posted something they later regretted or removed.   The survey also revealed hat only 12% of Facebook users is AUS/NZ check their privacy settings each month. Knowing[Read More…]

Change your default passwords

If you want to operate safely online (of course you do) then you need to use good, secure passwords, but apart from the user names and passwords you may use to access websites it’s worth looking into some of the everyday devices we use to ensure they are also secure. For example your home Internet router. It’s the device that[Read More…]

Charge up your devices without the clutter

Charge up your devices without the clutter

How many tablets and smartphones does it take to make a tangled mess?  Not many when it comes to recharging them all, with multiple cables and power adaptors…or you could take a less cluttered approach. Kanex has just released a 4 port charging station that’s ideal for households with multiple mobile devices.  The Sydnee charging station can charge up to[Read More…]

Playstation's GT Academy competition underway

Playstation’s GT Academy competition underway

So you like playing racing video games, but could you cut it behind the wheel of a race car in the real world? Well here’s your chance to find out. Through a competition on Playstation 3’s Gran Turismo 6game the nation’s best racers will be chosen to participate in the Nissan Playstation GT Academy to see if their virtual skills[Read More…]