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4 future Android phones in 2015

For Android smartphone fans, the start of 2015 means the release of new products, and better ones too. The world of Android is full of companies ready to respond to customers with high expectations, especially when the number of smartphone users is on the rise. With an extensive range of Android phones out there, how… Continue reading 4 future Android phones in 2015

How to virtualize for newbies

Virtualization…the very sound of the word may have you excited about the new opportunities it holds, or your heart pounding in fear of a foreign technology that sounds far too scary. Whatever the case, virtualization isn’t going anywhere. Thousands of businesses are taking advantage of its ability to cut costs and free up office space.… Continue reading How to virtualize for newbies

4 tips for mobile marketing

Nowadays, the advancements of mobile technology emphasize just how crucial mobile marketing is in boosting any company’s profitability. People are increasingly using smartphone devices for everyday tasks, from checking the time to making online payments. As a small business owner, you might want to adjust accordingly, and jump into the whole mobile approach to reach… Continue reading 4 tips for mobile marketing

Protecting VoIP Systems

One of the most important factors for a successful business is communication. With the advancement of technology over recent years, Voice over Internet Protocol has been devised to respond to people’s needs. Yet even with VoIP’s huge plus for convenience, the system is always vulnerable in the eyes of skilled data thieves. For business credibility,… Continue reading Protecting VoIP Systems

Microsoft’s Power BI is now free

We’re all familiar with Excel. It’s safe to say that it’s a great tool for tracking data. But what if there was a way to keep track of information from not only Excel, but a multitude of frequently used applications and services? And what if you could find this information by typing a simple phrase… Continue reading Microsoft’s Power BI is now free

New Vivaldi Browser Aims at Power Users

Most of us use various types of web browsers to access the Internet on a daily basis. Sure, there are a number of different browsers out there to choose from, most of which are effective enough. But an ordinary browser may not live up to the expectations of tech experts, who require extensive functions at… Continue reading New Vivaldi Browser Aims at Power Users

4 ways technology can foster productivity

We all know technology is evolving rapidly – at times it can feel like software companies release a new update each week. It can be exhausting to keep up. But when it comes to business, technology is either helping your company to succeed or holding it back from doing better things. To make life easier,… Continue reading 4 ways technology can foster productivity

Why you need to know about the Poweliks threat

Most of us have suffered the horrors of a computer virus at some point, and we know the damage that can be caused by these security infections. Our work gets disrupted as IT systems go down and, if we’re really unlucky, sensitive and valuable data might be lost or even leaked. But there’s a silver… Continue reading Why you need to know about the Poweliks threat

The five Google apps you never knew existed

We all use apps on our smartphones to simplify daily tasks and generally make our lives easier. As a business owner too, you might already be using the Google apps suite – including Drive, Gmail, Calendar and others – to more efficiently manage files, contacts and processes. But there are plenty more apps with their… Continue reading The five Google apps you never knew existed

How the iPhone is revolutionizing health care

We’re all busy. Our schedules are loaded with work, fitness regimes, kids’ soccer practices – it’s enough to make your head spin. So when your son or daughter gets sick, how do you squeeze their care into your day? The iPhone’s latest health apps and accessories may be the solution you’ve been searching for, giving… Continue reading How the iPhone is revolutionizing health care