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WhatsApp launches web chat client

WhatsApp has quickly become the world’s leading mobile instant messaging app. Launched in 2009, the service now boasts over 700 million active monthly users, and has hopes to increase that to a billion. But one feature that WhatsApp enthusiasts have been hoping for some time is the ability to use the system to chat on… Continue reading WhatsApp launches web chat client

WhatsApp chat comes to the web

If you’re one of many of WhatsApp’s 700 million active monthly users who have long petitioned the popular instant messaging provider to add support for chat from laptop and desktop devices, your patience has paid off. WhatsApp has recently relented and announced the arrival of a web-based chat client. The new function allows for more… Continue reading WhatsApp chat comes to the web

Now you can WhatsApp on the web

With over 700 million active monthly users, WhatsApp is miles ahead of the competition in the mobile instant chat messaging market. Yet even with the level of popularity it enjoys, the app has long long faced calls from users requesting a feature that would allow them to chat on desktop and laptop devices. And the… Continue reading Now you can WhatsApp on the web

The pros and cons of Google’s new Chromebook

Fans of Google’s Chromebook line of laptops will be happy to know that its latest edition, the Pixel, is here. With a high-resolution touchscreen that’s more advanced than the latest MacBook, as well as other cutting-edge features, it’s a pretty tempting piece of kit. But before you shell out your hard earned cash for this… Continue reading The pros and cons of Google’s new Chromebook

Is Google’s new Chromebook worth $1,000?

If you’re a fan of Google’s Chromebook line of laptops, you may be excited about their latest addition – the Pixel. Stocked with advanced features, such as a high-resolution touchscreen and USB type C ports, you may be chomping at the bit to get your hands on this brand spanking new piece of technology. But… Continue reading Is Google’s new Chromebook worth $1,000?

The good and bad of Google’s new Chromebook

Google’s new Chromebook, the Pixel, is finally here. Those who’ve been patiently awaiting its arrival, or are curious about giving it a try, might be wondering about the pros and cons of this new laptop. We’ve taken the time to break it down for you and list the important features you need to know about… Continue reading The good and bad of Google’s new Chromebook

Productivity 101: What to do in a power outage

When it comes to working in the office, a lot of things can hamper your productivity. Some of them are easy to deal with, such as redundant email checking and social media updates, while others are more difficult to handle, such as sudden power outages. The latter can be a real productivity killer, especially if… Continue reading Productivity 101: What to do in a power outage

5 ways to stay productive in a power outage

Power outages can be a most unpleasant surprise, especially when you’re in the middle of an important task with your clients via Skype or using the Internet to assist in your daily business activities. With that in mind, what can you do when you’re facing a power outage for hours? You can hardly loiter around… Continue reading 5 ways to stay productive in a power outage

How to stay productive during power blackout

It’s late afternoon – you’re working on your desktop computer, providing live support to one of your clients. Suddenly your screen goes black and your Internet connection drops. Too bad your IT department announces that it will take several hours to restore power. Sometimes disturbances like sudden power outages can impair your business reputation and… Continue reading How to stay productive during power blackout

Understand how to measure social media ROI

Well, you created a business page for Facebook, you patted yourself on the back, kicked up your feet and waited for the flood of new business to come in. How’d that work out for you? Probably not so well. But this doesn’t mean you should give up and turn your back on social media. This… Continue reading Understand how to measure social media ROI