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Microsoft to release Lumia 950

With October 6th’s much-anticipated Microsoft Event approaching, Windows Phone users are looking forward to the release of the tech giant’s new flagship – the Lumia 950. This latest release from the Lumia family is expected to come with powerful hardware and a premium polycarbonate body. Microsoft has been working hard on developing the Lumia 950,… Continue reading Microsoft to release Lumia 950

Keep employees working during disasters

One of the most neglected aspects of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is what happens to employees. Much emphasis is put on protecting and recovering data, but your employees are just as valuable to keep your company running. By setting up your company’s BCP with detailed instructions on working from home during a disaster, your… Continue reading Keep employees working during disasters

How the Apple Watch is changing healthcare

Last week, Apple revealed a new app to go along with its Apple Watch that could permanently change the way Healthcare is provided. Through an app known as AirStrip and the new watchOS 2 software, the Apple Watch will allow medical professionals to connect with patients in ways never before thought possible. Here are some… Continue reading How the Apple Watch is changing healthcare

Get more out of your laptop battery

Even in today’s world where electrical outlets are more numerous than ever before, there will still be times you need to push your laptop’s battery to the edge. Ever wish you could buy yourself a few extra minutes by extending your battery life? Here are a few tips to help you get every last drop… Continue reading Get more out of your laptop battery

Introducing behavioral biometrics

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Static biometrics emerged from the theory that a password or a PIN number can be stolen, while something unique to your body like the face, fingers, eyes and ears can’t. But the fact is that static biometrics have their shortcomings – the system uses proprietary technology with limited use, and is only available on high-end… Continue reading Introducing behavioral biometrics

4 tools to help you make more of your workday

We’re all in the same boat – a million and one things to get done, and seemingly never enough hours in the day to fit them all in. But technology can come to your aid and, by using the best productivity tools you can find, you’ll add valuable minutes and hours to your workday. That… Continue reading 4 tools to help you make more of your workday

How mHealth can improve medical practice

Wearables, mobile apps and other mobile health (mHealth) devices are the latest technologies entering the healthcare industry. Some hospitals may have held off adopting mHealth, believing they won’t benefit much from it. Others remain concerned their patients won’t have much interest in these tools, or technical the knowledge required for them. But recent research shows… Continue reading How mHealth can improve medical practice

Here comes Android 6.0 M, aka Marshmallow

After much speculation as to when it would finally rear its head, Google has finally announced the imminent arrival of the Android 6.0 M operating system, which goes by the name of Marshmallow. It follows in the footsteps of previous foodstuff-inspired Android operating system releases, including its predecessor Lollipop. Though the Developer Preview of Marshmallow… Continue reading Here comes Android 6.0 M, aka Marshmallow

Want a website that converts? Try these tips

Web presence is becoming increasingly important, as we all now spend more time than ever on the Internet. And while most businesses have a website nowadays, this is simply no longer good enough. In fact, a bad website may actually do more harm than good, as it can repel customers away and ultimately damage your… Continue reading Want a website that converts? Try these tips

Is IT adding to your business value?

We all know IT plays a valuable part in your company’s operations, but is it possible to quantify that value? By asking your IT guy the right questions you should be able to get an idea of what they are adding, or subtracting, from your business’s value. Whether your IT is handled in-house or through… Continue reading Is IT adding to your business value?