The move keeping The Beatles alive
FOR years they have been behind the times, but now the original Beatles members have made a drastic decision to keep their music relevant.
Computers
Christmas lights could be killing your Wi-Fi
NEW research has come out that suggests cheap Christmas lights can play havoc with your home Wi-Fi. But how true is it?
Microsoft Cortana now dinky-di Aussie
MICROSOFT wants you to talk to your computer but it admits its freshly minted Aussie voice assistant might not always understand what you’re saying.
Huge crowds for Microsoft’s big Sydney debut
HUNDREDS of people lined up outside the massive new Microsoft store in Sydney to get a glimpse at the software giant’s first retail outlet outside the US.
Inside Microsoft’s new ‘flagship’ store
MICROSOFT has opened its first Australian flagship store in one of Sydney’s busiest shopping districts. This is what it’s like.
Microsoft’s first laptop: what you get
AFTER three years talking down the laptop computer, Microsoft has created its own. But the Surface Book, out tomorrow, is not a typical computer.
Why big tablets have a big future
IS it time to replace your old home computer? You’re in luck as Apple, Microsoft and Samsung are set to unveil new big-screen tablet computers.
Microsoft has changed the Office game
ALWAYS wished you could create beautiful presentations and websites but don’t know how? Microsoft has the answer.
Welcome to a new Word order
YOU look like you’re looking for a new word processor – would you like some help? Forget that, here’s the new Microsoft Office.
Skype hangs up on users for hours
DISCONNECTED from overseas friends and relatives? Skype may to blame, hanging up on users for up to 10 hours, with complaints still pouring in.
Using technology after 25 years in prison
WHAT is the first thing you do when you walk free from prison after 25 years? Michael Santos had an idea and it wasn’t what you would expect.
Seven common tech myths debunked
FROM battery charging to data disposal to privacy to general tech buying. Here are seven common tech myths you shouldn’t believe.
The dark web is stronger than ever
WHEN authorities shut down Silk Road they thought the dark web was dead. They were wrong. It has only grown and is now worth $100 million annually.
Another dating site attacked by hackers
MEMBERS of dating website Plenty of Fish have cause for concern after malicious advertisements were placed on the online matchmaking service.
The laptop as you know it is dead
WITH new technologies allowing for futuristic designs, your new laptop will be more like one of those tiny little smartphones.
Thousands watch Korean teen eat dinner
LITERALLY thousands of people tune in every night to watch this Korean teenager eat in front of his computer and he’s earning serious cash for it.
Microsoft releases emergency fix for critical bug
MICROSOFT has pushed out a major security update, designed to fix a dangerous flaw in the security of Windows. This is how to get it.
Subway’s epic website fail
KIDS could play with Jared Fogle’s pants in an online game that was still live the same day it was alleged he possessed kiddie porn and solicited minors for sex.
Future of computers is truly personal
INTEL’S developer forum has taken a step away from silicon chips to unveil what it sees as the future of computing: wearables.
Microsoft cops criticism over privacy
DESPITE being generally well-received, Windows 10 has been confronted with some bitter criticism concerning a series of alleged privacy obstructions.
Should you leave your Apple devices behind?
SICK of your Mac and iPhone? Could you swap it for Windows 10 on your computer and phone instead?
Cortana vs Siri: who is funnier?
Microsoft has launched its voice-activated personal assistant in Windows 10, but can Cortana match the accuracy, and the sassiness, of Apple’s Siri?
Falling in love with smartphone girlfriends
SHE’S an interesting girl with a wicked sense of humour, excellent listening skills and a caring persona. This is why millions of men are falling for her.
Middle finger emoji is finally here
WE HAVE waited several long years for it to come. But finally, our prayers have been answered and the middle finger emoji is here.
What makes Windows 10 better?
MICROSOFT’S new operating system represents the death of some programs and the revival of others. Here are seven ways Windows 10 changes the game.
Why Windows’ boss wants you to upgrade
WINDOWS 10 launches today, but not without controversy. Amid the criticism, boss Terry Myerson is standing by the software’s annoying forced upgrades.
Windows 10: Everything you need to know
WINDOWS 10 has arrived. This is how to install it, what’s so good about it and why Microsoft skipped Windows 9.
Windows 10 aims to reboot connections
THIS week, for the first time Microsoft will make a major new version of Windows available free as an upgrade, in a bid to woo app developers.
What Apple’s co-founder thinks of Steve Jobs film
AFTER watching the trailer for the upcoming Steve Jobs biopic, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak had … mixed emotions.
Gmail’s new feature is a life saver
GOOGLE has unveiled a new function that will come as welcome news to those who are prone to feeling remorse after sending certain emails.
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