Category: Tech

Best Tips to Keep Your Mac Safe From Viruses. #Mac #Virus #Security

Macs are fast, efficient, and very sleek-designed computers. For some, they increase work efficiency and productivity; for others – it is a great tool to create, and for some – it is a part of a fashion statement. 

 

As great as Macs could be, they are not automatically protected from malware. There is a belief that Macs are safe computers that can defend themselves, and that is not quite true. Macs are unable to defend themselves against so many types of malware that are created every day.

Today, there are so many new viruses constantly appearing, that your Mac could catch a chrome virus or any other malware easily. The more new viruses there are, the harder it is to defend against them. So if you want to learn some great tips about how to keep your Mac safe from viruses, keep on reading.

 

What Signs Show That Your Mac Might Have a Virus?

 

There are quite a few signs that indicate your Mac might have caught a virus. If you notice a few of these, then it is highly possible that it’s true.  

 

The first thing to keep an eye on is random windows, notifications, and advertisements opening on your screen. This is a pretty clear sign you have a virus because no other technical issue could cause this. Also, if you notice that after you open your browser, it automatically starts opening random websites, it is also a very clear sign of a virus.

Try to notice websites that you used to visit constantly starting to show huge banners with advertisements that didn’t happen before. More to it, if the content that you see in these and all other ads all over the internet are completely unrelated to your interests and search results, this might be a sign of a virus too.

 

What Not to Do When You Get a Virus

The first thing not to do is rush and install any antivirus app that you find. First of all, if you really have a virus on your computer and it is already affecting the ads that you see on your browser, it is highly possible that it can also have an effect on your search results. 

 

For example, if you search for a Mac antivirus on your browser, there’s a big chance you will get fake results. To avoid that, try searching for an antivirus with your phone and only then install it on your Mac. But have in mind that your phone can have a virus too, so if you see clear signs of it, just use any other device.

 

Another thing you should avoid is notifications about the virus that tells you to perform a certain action. If a notification or a window like this asks you to call a certain number or email personal information to solve the issue, never perform this action because it is a clear fraud. If you follow with their instructions, you might end up with even more damage, like permanent data loss, personal data leakage, and even losing money.

 

Do Not Forget to Back up Your Mac Occasionally

 

To prevent the negative impact that a virus could cause, it is best that you develop a habit to regularly back up your data on your Mac. This way, even if you get attacked by a virus, you will be calm about your data not disappearing.

 

The easiest and fastest way to backup your data is by using a Time Machine that lets you boot your Mac into data recovery. 

 

Always Update Your Browser

It is always important to keep everything up to date. Starting with apps, macOS, and ending with the main browser that you use every day. This is important because these updates do not only include all sorts of bug fixes and performance enhancements, but it also updates the information and protection from potential threats, like malware.

 

If you use the default Safari browser that originally comes with a Mac, then you do not need to worry about updating it separately. This is because Safari is a macOS app that updates alongside with your other apps. But if you use a Chrome browser or any other, then you will need to remember to update it separately. 

 

Pay Attention to the Gatekeeper

 

The newest versions of macOS come with great additional tools like Gatekeeper that helps you keep your Mac safe and protected. When you download an app or any software from the internet, you will always see a pop-up, asking if you really want to open the application because it might look suspicious.

 

Gatekeeper will never open an app like this without your permission. Therefore, if you are sure that you want to proceed, you need to click Open to approve this action. This is a great opportunity for you to check if this is really the app that you wanted to download in the first place or maybe you just downloaded a fake install file. After installing an app like this, you might need a sudden help from Mac antivirus to deal with the malware.

First look. The Eufy 2K HD video doorbell. #Eufy #Tech #Security

With the Covid restrictions lifting now it is time to look at security of the home, Over the last few months we perhaps have taken our eyes off the topic being at home and now it is time to check all systems still work as we get back to work and for many still leave an empty house behind us.

We are starting off this season with eufy which offers complete home security and more and we are starting with their video doorbell then we will be checking out their cameras too in the coming weeks. A video doorbell is a great place to start and is very usefull in many ways in which we have covered with many offerings before.

eufy also offer security of your data and privacy is a core essential to their product range and in this day and age vital and also there is no monthly fees and your data is stored locally overall this is a welcome part of the package you buy and gives you peace of mind, Features of this paarticular camera is 2K res,180 day battery life,IP65 weatherproof,Free 16GB local storage,Military Grade Data Security and Facial Recognition. Check out the unboxing below and feel free to ask us anything in the meantime..

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Be Smart with your Ink Costs at 123ink.ie. #Printers #College #Home #Office

As more and more of us have begun to move our offices into the home, we stumble across increased costs when it comes to our printing costs. It’s no secret that inkjet printers are the more economical choice for the home. Their compact size, quick start up time and friendly price tag,and latest technology makes them the perfect home printer or small office printer for printing important work documents, photos, homework material or college work.

 

Inkjet printers work by spraying thousands of droplets of ink onto a piece of paper and colours are combined to form an image or text. The colours and sizes of these droplets can be adjusted to produce sharp, photo-realistic images. However, the ink cartridges required to bring the pages to life, aren’t always easy on the wallet. (although significantly cheaper than toners for laser printers).

The fact is that in the long run we incur more costs with ink cartridges than we do with the original costs of the printer. That is why it is the smart option to do your research and look for alternatives to the often expensive, original cartridges. By opting for compatible ink cartridges for your inkjet printer, as opposed to originals, you can expect significant savings.

 

At 123ink.ie, an Irish supplier of printer consumables, their philosophy is to print more and to pay less. 

That is why they offer a cheaper alternative to the original ink cartridges. Their compatible ink cartridges are filled with a lot more ink than the originals, so you don’t have to replace your ink as often. This allows you to print as much as you want, all at a cheaper price point. All of this is guaranteed without a loss in quality. They also hold a huge range of stock in their Dublin warehouse, so they can get your order shipped to you fast.

 

Some Bestsellers:

 

The HP301 series is a very popular ink cartridge that works with many HP printer models.

 

  • The HP301 (original HP) comes with 3ml of ink
  • The HP301 (123ink compatible) comes with 15ml of ink
  • That’s 12ml more ink!

 

 

Another popular ink cartridge is the Canon PG540 and the Canon CL541 that come in a handy 2-pack, that includes both black and colour ink for your Canon inkjet printer.

 

  • Canon PG-540/CL-541 black / colour cartridge 2-pack (original Canon) has 16ml of ink.
  • Canon PG-540XL/CL-541XL black / colour cartridge 2-pack (123ink compatible) has 42ml of ink.
  •  That’s 26ml more ink in the compatible version.

 

You can also find the latest printer models at 123ink.ie, that are guaranteed to be the lowest price in Ireland. 

 

Some bestsellers include:

 

  • The Canon Pixma TS5050 All-In-One A4 Inkjet Printer with WiFi (3 in 1) is a great all-rounder that can print, copy, scan and has mobile sharing capabilities. It has a print resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi. Its low price point makes it an easy choice for the home. 
  • The Brother MFC-J6930DW All-In-One A3 Inkjet Printer with WiFi and fax (5 in 1) can print up to A3 in size. It has a large paper input tray of 500 pages and produces fast print speeds, with the first page out in only 6 seconds. This printer is perfect for both the home or for a small office due to its fast speeds, fax and duplex capabilities, and large input tray for printing larger volumes.
  • Each printer has a recommended ink cartridge listed, so you can easily spot the best compatible ink cartridge, at the best price.

 

       

 

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Travel back in time with AR dinosaurs in Search. #AR #Google3D #JurassicWorld

Dinosaurs may have ruled the Earth millions of years ago, but with augmented reality (AR), you can turn your home into “Jurassic World.” Google are partnering with Universal Brand Development, Amblin Entertainment and Ludia to bring 10 dinosaurs from the franchise film “Jurassic World” to Google Search. Watch the massive T. Rex stomp in your living room or gaze up at a majestic Brachiosaurus as it towers above a neighborhood tree.

 

Search for a dinosaur on Google using a mobile device and tap “View in 3D” to rotate or zoom in and see it up close. You can then bring the dinosaur into your space with AR and adjust its size to understand how big it is in relation to the things around you. On Android devices, turn up your volume to hear the thudding footsteps and roars of each dinosaur.

 

“Jurassic World” dinosaurs that are viewable in AR include: Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, Triceratops, Spinosaurus, Stegosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Ankylosaurus, Dilophosaurus, Pteranodon, and Parasaurolophus.

 

A behind-the-scenes look at how “Jurassic World” AR dinosaurs are made

Using technology from Ludia’s “Jurassic World Alive” game, these AR dinosaurs are some of the most realistic models out there. Check out this video to see how an AR Brachiosaurus is made, including 3D modeling, texturing and animation.

“To create the 3D dinosaurs, our concept artists first did preliminary research to discover information about each creature,” says Camilo Sanin, Ludia’s Lead on Character Creations. “Not only did we draw research from various forms of literature, our artists also worked with paleontologists and the ‘Jurassic World’ team to make the assets as accurate and realistic as possible. Even the smallest of details, such as irregularities of skin color and patterns, are important.” 

 

Unlike some of Google’s AR animals, like a dog or tiger, dinosaurs pose a new technical challenge: their massive size. The new auto-scale feature on Android can now automatically calculate the distance between your phone and a surface in your space and resize the dinosaur so it fits on your phone screen. If you tap “View actual size,” AR tracking technology automatically repositions the dinosaur in your space to make room for it.

How to access and share

On Android, search for “dinosaur” or one of the 10 dinosaurs on the Google app or any Android browser and tap “View in 3D.” You can see 3D content on devices with Android 7 Plus and you can see AR content on ARCore-enabled devices. Easily explore all dinosaurs using the carousel format.

On iOS, search for “dinosaur” or one of the 10 dinosaurs on the Google app or on Google.com with Chrome or Safari. 3D and AR content is available on iOS 11 Plus devices.

You can also create AR videos—or recreate your favorite scenes from the “Jurassic World” movies—with the recording option. Don’t forget to tag your photos and videos on social with #Google3D and #JurassicWorld. Safe traveling (back in time)!

Review – The Anker Portable Conference speakerphone. #Anker #Tech #Conference

Bluetooth speakers come in all sort of configurations which is great for choice but one with built in capabilties for conference calls is something different with a smaller variety on offer. Anker have such a solution which comes in a well built and designed product via the portable conference speakerphone. The name is in the product being portable this can be used anywhere and is portable and not a fixed solution we tend to see on many offices today this can be brought anywhere with you in your tech pack and it is smaller but delivers on its output with sound.

Instant set up.. If on the go or at home this can be set up super fast with bluetooth and no drivers os required of connected to a pc via USB which is great On my testing I used on PC and mobile and the bluetooth connection is just great with no lag or disconnecting issues thanks to bluetooth 5.0 while we are in a state of lockdown here it has been a valuable kit here in the house to use doing my daily duties and keeps the phone out of my hand keeping me free to use both hands for typing and working which is a bonus.

The call quality is excellent and can be heard in a large room easily with its 360 degree coverage and the 6 mics makes this an ideal kit for small office type or meetings and today especially ideal for teams of small groups of 6-8 for example or more makes it the perfect kit do get work done in a closed environment or even outdoors..

The build quality is excellent too and the simple controls on board which does not complicate things. Up top we have a navi pad area that has an status LED ring around it that controls your calls,volume etc and you also have a mute feature you can also use some fucntions to control music if you use it for this too which is possibleand why not, another bonus is you can charge your mobile phone form the device. The best thing is this is compatible with all conference services like zoom..

There is a power on/off key on the front and a bluetooth connection button which keeps the design minimal but offers maximum features via the navi pad up top of the device. The housing of the unit is also has a premium look and will blend in anywhere at home of the office or even and outside environment.

Is this a product to reccomend? Well yes especially today in the current crisis and the fact it is portable with a 24hr battery life it is easy to do so and is not expensive either and ideal for anyone really and can be used for a personal speaker to and you can charge your device so it offers several features that are beneficial to it users, See below in the video how it works and sounds.

Features

  • Omni-Directional Voice Pickup: 6 microphones arranged in a 360° array pick up voices up anywhere in rooms for up to 8 people.
  • Smart Voice Enhancement: A custom DSP algorithm offers real-time echo cancellation up to 70 dB, de-reverberation, and reduces background noise by 20db to ensure your voice is picked-up without distracting noises.
  • Optimized Clarity and Volume: PowerConf Bluetooth speakerphone automatically balances the sound of your voice to make up for differences in volume and distance from the speakerphone.
  • Instant Setup and Universal Compatibility: Connect to your phone via Bluetooth or to your computer with a USB-C cable with no need to install drivers. PowerConf Bluetooth speakerphone is compatible with all popular online conferencing services.
  • 24 Hours of Call Time: PowerConf Bluetooth speakerphone has a built-in 6,700mAh battery to power days of calls. Integrated Anker PowerIQ technology allows you to charge other devices via PowerConf at optimized speeds.

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UPS, Sealed Air, Smurfit Kappa and MacFarlane Packaging simplify wine and spirits exporting. #ecommerce #Logistics

UPS, a global leader in logistics, global packaging experts Sealed Air (SEE), Smurfit Kappa and top UK distributor Macfarlane Packaging are today launching a new range of packaging specially designed for shipping individual bottles of spirits and wine, to help producers in the UK and Ireland expand their markets and reach new customers.

 

“Ecommerce presents a huge opportunity for drinks producers wanting to grow their businesses, as a fifth of alcohol consumers in key export markets are already purchasing their favourite brands online,” said Mark Vale, President, UPS UK & Ireland. “We designed this new packaging to simplify the process and bring peace of mind that these fragile products will arrive safely at their destination. By combining this specialised packaging with UPS’s smart global logistics network, brokerage expertise and service coverage, distillers can focus on their passion and sharing their savoir-faire with the world.”

With alcohol e-sales in the UK and Ireland experiencing double digit growth this packaging addresses the challenge of how to safely pack and ship individual bottles that come in a range of shapes and sizes. It has been developed and tested by UPS, in partnership with leading packaging companies Smurfit Kappa and Sealed Air, and is distributed by Macfarlane Packaging. Alcohol producers shipping with UPS benefit from damage cover when they use this UPS Approved packaging.

              

“At the moment, people are ordering more goods from online retailers so that they can stay at home,” said Laurel Granville, Marketing Director, Macfarlane Packaging. “There is a growing demand for bottle packs as there is a need to effectively pack and distribute these products without damage. At Macfarlane, we offer our clients the most innovative and environmentally friendly protective packaging options for their businesses and we are proud to work with UPS to offer this pack to ecommerce customers.”

 

There are four customisable versions of the new one-bottle packs that can accommodate most of the wine and spirits bottles on the market. The packaging is also fully recyclable. It features the Korrvu® Retention technology by Sealed Air that allows the bottle to be suspended in transparent film, the pack can be used for display in a shop or bar, or sent to family or friends as a gift.

 

UPS also provides a direct-to-consumer wine shipping export service from selected countries in Europe to destinations in 60 countries across North America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, in addition to its global business-to-business alcohol shipping services.

 

For more information on the new packaging, visit ups.com/spiritspack. To download UPS’s full guide to shipping alcohol, visit the UPS website.

Sades Announce New Gaming Products Into The UK Market. #Sades #Gaming #Tech

Sades, manufacturer of high quality gaming peripherals is pleased to announce the release of 2 new products – the Wings 10 gaming earbud and the Hailstorm gaming mousepad. 

Both new products are available in the UK now. 

Wings 10 is the new gaming earbud from Sades. Weighing only 14g, the Wings 10 delivers impressive and balanced sound thanks to the 10mm dynamic driver units. Designed for console and mobile gaming, the Wings 10 are compatible with any device that has a 3.5mm audio jack. They are wired meaning there will be no lag in the sound delivered to your ears. The stylish design ensures they look good wherever you choose to game, and the magnetic backs will keep the earbuds attached together when they are stored meaning less tangled wires.  

The multifunction in line remote control is equipped with a microphone which allows you to pick up or hang up on calls, play/pause music and skip through tracks at the press of a button. The protective carrying box will make sure the buds are kept in top condition when you are not using them. 

Features:

Lightweight (only 14g)

10mm dynamic drivers produce impressive and balanced sound

Stylish design

Multifunction in line remote control 

Carry case

Wings 10 are available from www.amazon.co.uk for £21.99.

 

The SADES Hailstorm is a durable mousepad which features the signature SADES wolf pattern in a unique camouflage design. The high-quality materials, waterproof surface and large control area will match your mouse handling on any game you are playing. The soft fabric enables your wrist to move comfortably during your gameplay, and the 3mm natural rubber base will prevent the pad from sliding by keeping it in place. 

Level up your everyday gameplay with the SADES Hailstorm. 

Features:

Optimized soft textile surface 

Waterproof surface

Gaming exclusive flat stitched edge

Non-slip natural rubber base

The SADES Hailstorm is available now from www.amazon.co.uk for £16.99.

 

The GameSir F4 Falcon Simply Insert Your Phone and Immediately Start Gaming! #Gaming #Mobile #Gamesir

Gamesir, a leading provider in innovative, high quality game peripherals are pleased to announce that the F4 Falcon Mobile Controller is available in the UK.

Mobile gaming is bigger than ever. It started with simple games such as Angry Birds or Candy Crush but now you can play your favourite game on the go. With games like Fortnite and PUBG developing their own mobile versions, you can continue to play your favourite game without the need for a PC or console.  

Gaming on smartphones can sometimes be limiting – touchscreens mean it can be easy to make mistakes, and precision can sometimes be lacking. Additionally, mobile games won’t let you utilize hacks and cheats very easily such as PUBG hacks for PC for example. There are plenty of mobile gaming controllers that enhance gameplay using Bluetooth – the GameSir G6S included, but what if you want a controller where there is no lag or latency because Bluetooth is not used? 

Enter the GameSir F4 Falcon Mobile Gaming Controller. 

The F4 Falcon doesn’t rely on Bluetooth for a connection – instead, thanks to the fact it is a mechanical controller, it directly presses the buttons on your screen which means zero latency and also no possibility of losing connection midway through a game. It taps the screen as fast as you can use your fingers, enhancing your in-game play. 

The unique design is minimalistic – the arms fold down to the central column meaning that has a small footprint – perfect for taking with you to game on the move. Despite the small size, it extends out to accommodate most of the smartphones on the market. The design means that the F4 compliments the look of your phone and doesn’t add a lot of bulk. It features a two-button configuration with a pair of triggers on the right and left side which allows for easy play with most mobile games. You have the option of choosing up to 4 different burst modes – default mode (one click, one shot), 3-burst mode, 6-burst mode or 9-burst mode to make sure that you can customise your shots according to the battlefield. 

The F4 is compatible with all smartphones and will give up to 30 hours of gaming on a single charge. The buttons have been tested to ensure a lifespan of approximately 5 million clicks so you can continue gaming without the worry of whether the buttons will withstand your skill!

Finally, thanks to the F4’s mechanical set up, you won’t get banned from your favourite game – it uses your physical movements to play your game.

The GameSir F4 is available for RRP £29.99 from Amazon.co.uk. For more information head to https://gamesir.hk/collections/hot-sale/products/gamesir-f4-falcon-mobile-gaming-controller

Take off – flight-sharing start-up Wingly raises €3m & expands into commercial aviation market. #Aviation #Wingly #AvGeek

Flight sharing platform Wingly has completed a €3m investment round, with the funds to be used to launch a new commercial aviation service and to accelerate the growth of its existing cost-sharing flights in its largest markets of the UK, France and Germany.

With the ​Innovacom Fund leading the round, Wingly Pro will see the Paris-based start-up become the first online platform to allow smaller, commercial aviation operators to advertise their flights and connect directly with potential passengers. Additionally, operators will be able to post flights with spare seats, including empty flights.

Listing on the Wingly platform will be restricted to businesses that possess valid certifications from the Civil Aviation Authority for commercial air transport across Europe. And keeping in line with other online booking portals, Wingly has also obtained a European-wide travel agency licence.

“The launch of Wingly Pro this summer will extend our vision and make Wingly the largest collaborative community for private aviation,” said Wingly co-founder and CEO Emeric de Waziers. “This foray into commercial aviation will help us respond to the existing demand from our community as well as complementing the leisure-oriented cost-shared flights currently being offered by the 20,000 private pilots who have already registered with our platform,” said Emeric de Waziers, co-founder and CEO of Wingly.

“By addressing both demands, Wingly is making flying more accessible than ever before. This furthers our objective to connect the 500+ airfields in the UK and also expands our inventory to add many more helicopter flights.”

The launch of ‘Wingly Pro’ will also assist in the fight against one of the private aviation sector’s most persistent challenges – illegal charter flights. Wingly will be registering, validating and monitoring all parties using the service, giving them the ability to ensure the barriers of private and commercial operations are not crossed.

“Our platform will be able to provide much needed clarity and transparency to the public,” said Emeric de Wazier. ”This will enable them to select trusted operators and pilots, whose documents have been thoroughly checked and verified by Wingly and who are operating within the rules.”

With the coronavirus expected to cost the global aviation sector $84bn this year alone, the launch of Wingly Pro is the latest chapter in Wingly’s goal of becoming a catalyst for innovation in the aeronautics sector.

“With the way the current global pandemic has affected the mobility and travel sector, aviation will require a fundamental change in approach as well as suitable digital tools” said Jerome Faul, President of the Innovacom fund.

“It is essential for Wingly to be able to contribute to the development of sustainable aviation – lots of operated charter flights are carried out with less than 40% occupancy,” said Emeric de Waziers. “Our interest here is to fill empty seats, improve the aircraft occupancy rate, thus reducing the carbon footprint per passenger as well as the cost for all parties.”

Wingly is also developing a variety of new features to coincide with the pending launch of Wingly Pro. The first will be ‘flight request’, allowing users to directly post the type of flights they are looking for on the website – based on the criteria of the specific request, they can be met by either commercial operators or by a cost-shared flight with private pilots.