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Beware of Reverse Auction Websites

If you’re searching the web for a good deal on the latest technology then you may have come across a reverse auction website. Unlike eBay, a reverse auction is won by the person with the lowest unique bid, but this doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be getting the best deal. Sure the winning bid on an iPad 2 may have[Read More…]

Playstation Network Restoration begins

Playstation Network Restoration begins

Tens of millions of Playstation 3 owners around the world have found themselves disconnected for over 3 weeks since Sony’s Playstation Network suffered a criminal cyber attack. The attack netted criminals user names and other personal details which potentially included credit card information of its more than 77 million members. The good news however is that Sony has today annouced[Read More…]

Gmail Notifier

Using a Webmail service like Google’s Gmail takes the clutter of everyday email off your computer and stores it online, to be accessed from any computer, but unless you’re constantly logged in…it doesn’t have the same immediate feel as using a program like Outlook on your computer. One solution to help Gmail users keep up to date with email as[Read More…]

Cheap Windows 7 Upgrade for Students

Upgrading your PC from Windows XP or Windows Vista to Windows 7 is a worthwhile move but it can be expensive…unless you happen to be a student. Microsoft offers generous software discounts on Windows 7 to eligible TAFE and University students and all you need is your student email address to get started. Normally an upgrade version of Windows 7[Read More…]

Samsung Galaxy Tablet @ $299

Samsung Galaxy Tablet @ $299

When Samsung launched their Galaxy Tablet computer late last year, buying one outright would have cost around the 900 dollar mark. Now while many mobile providers continue to offer the Samsung Galaxy Tablet as part of a contract with a low or no cost entry plan, Telstra now sells the device outright for 299 dollars. ** Update – Telstra seems[Read More…]