Author: Manfred James
-
Home security tips for a safer kiwi summer
Summer is here, and for many Kiwis that might mean a holiday away! But, before you hit the road make sure your home security is sorted. From security cameras to smart doorbells and other smart home appliances there are plenty of affordable security solutions. These are more accessible than ever. Insurance data shows that January…
-
Best Laptops & Computers in NZ
Christmas is just around the corner, and 2025 soon after! So, what are the best computers and laptops in NZ for yourself or as a gift? As always technology is so rapidly advancing so this blog will likely be out of date as soon as it goes live. But, we’ve put our shopping caps on…
-
Stay Safe Online with GeekSafe™ – Your Essential Digital Defence
In today’s rapidly evolving digital world, online safety has never been more important. At Geeks on Wheels, we understand the need for a reliable defence against the ever-growing threat of online scams. That’s why we’ve developed GeekSafe™ – a membership designed to empower you. Provifng the tools and knowledge to stay safe online, ensuring you…
-
The best apps for learning te Reo Māori
Kia ora e te whānau, ko Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. It’s Māori Language Week, an annual celebration for all New Zealanders to show their support for the Māori language. This year’s theme is ‘Ake ake ake – A Forever Language’. Representing the resilience, adaptability and endurance of te Reo Māori. Have you been wanting…
-
Geeks on Wheels is coming to Nelson
We’ve got some exciting News! Geeks on Wheels is extending its services further up the South Island, and our newest location is Nelson! We’ll be covering areas from Motueka, Wakefield, Richmond, to Nelson City, and the wider Nelson-Tasman region. For nearly two decades, we’ve been helping Kiwis make the most of their technology, earning ourselves…
-
Fake News Story Scams
Have you ever spotted a fake news story scam? This might be a Facebook post about a known public figure like Jacinda Ardern or Mike Hoskings accompanied by a shocking headline. Many of us have gotten used to spotting these scam news stories in recent years. We can often quickly identify one and continue scrolling. Apart…
-
Understanding Different Internet Connection Types
Do you know what internet connection types are available in your area? The internet is an awesome tool that most of us use in some way or another every day whether it’s reading the news, looking at this blog, communicating with friends or making online payments. The internet is how we connect with the world.…
-
Windows 10 End of Life
Windows 10 will be ending support on October 14th, 2025! Although this may sound like a long way off, this end of support is particularly unique. This is because it will be the first time an operating system has a hardware requirement. So, if you have older devices running Windows 10, after mid-October next year,…
-
Get ready for the Paris 2024 Olympics
The Paris 2024 Olympics are just around the corner, kicking off in a little over a month. As always, it’s promising to be an unforgettable event. One filled with athletic excellence, celebrations and hopefully a great medal haul for New Zealand. So, whether you’re a seasoned sports enthusiast or just a casual viewer, here’s your…
-
What is better than a Wi-Fi extender?
We all know just how frustrating slow or patchy Wi-Fi can be. But can it all be fixed with a Wi-Fi extender? Are you finding that the internet works fine in the living room when you’re conveniently sitting next to the router, but as soon as you head to another room in the house videos…
-
Online safety seminars
Educating New Zealand seniors about the importance of online safety Since starting business in 2005, Geeks on Wheels has been helping New Zealander’s both young and old with online safety. In the last 20 years, the online landscape has evolved significantly, not only in New Zealand but across the world. Now, the lives of Kiwis…
-
Scams to look out for in 2024
Do you know what scams to look out for in 2024? Well, we’re here to help! In this blog we’re sharing some common scam tactics we’ve seen in New Zealand so far this year. With the first few months of the year behind us, it’s a great time to look at the types of scams…
-
Samsung Galaxy AI features
Samsung’s new range of Samsung Galaxy devices come with the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy AI features, heralded as the “era of mobile AI”. Samsung says their new AI features will “unleash new levels of creativity, productivity and possibility”. The cool thing is they are also being rolled out to other Samsung devices, including the S23…
-
Our favourite Google Chrome tab management features
Google Chrome is by far the world’s most popular internet browser, edging out Safari, Firefox and Edge for the top spot. It is a powerful browser packed with capabilities, from security and privacy tools to bookmark and tab management features. Today we’re going to share some of our favourite tab management features of Google Chrome.…
-
Try Geocaching this Easter instead of an Egg hunt
Looking for something to do this Easter? Why not try a modern twist on the classic Easter egg hunt: Geocaching. Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunt game that uses your smartphone. It’s a fantastic alternative to traditional egg hunts, offering adventure, exploration and a chance to connect with nature. Let’s delve into why you…
-
Sharing your Wi-Fi login
Sharing your Wi-Fi login details is the modern-day equivalent of offering a house guest a cup of tea. It’s often one of the first things a person asks after they walk in the door! After all, Wi-Fi powers pretty much everything we do. It has to be easier than reading out a long and convoluted…
-
Massive data breach results in 26 Billion leaked records
Reports have been circulating since last week of a data breach from a database containing 26 billion records. These include sensitive information from popular sites such as LinkedIn, Dropbox and X (formerly Twitter). The researchers who found the data on an unsecured page were from SecurityDiscovery.com and Cybernews. They have warned that the data leaked…
-
YouTube begins “global effort” to stop ad blockers.
In an era dominated by digital content consumption, YouTube, the video-sharing giant, has launched an effort to stop ad blockers. This is in order to ensure advertisers receive the returns and exposure they are paying for. The platform strives to maintain its commitment to free, accessible content. As such a concerted global effort has been…
-
Online Christmas Meal Kits for your Xmas feast
Christmas is just around the corner! We know that between shopping, gift-wrapping and decorating, things can get a little hectic. The last-minute Christmas grocery shop is never fun! Fighting in the aisles over the last Christmas ham or searching high and low for a bottle of fresh cream. Save yourself the hassle this year and…
-
How to screenshot on iPhone and Android
Want to forward some information, capture a single clip of a video or share parts of a conversation? You need to know how to screenshot on Android and iPhone. There are so many different phone models on the market today and many of them have their own way to screenshot. We’ve put together a breakdown…
-
Amazon Prime rolling out ads
If you’re an Amazon Prime Video subscriber, think about preparing yourself for rising costs in 2024. Similar to competing streaming services, Amazon Prime is rolling out ads. They also plan to introduce an ad-free tier that will cost you extra. However, the company has assured that it plans to have “meaningfully fewer” ads than some…
-
The iPhone 15 camera – What’s new?
We all know how important a good camera has become when choosing a new phone. We capture more moments and memories than ever before on our mobile devices. They’re always in our pockets or within reach. So what improvements has Apple made to it’s consumer model cameras for the iPhone 15 lineup? Resolution and aperture…
-
5 Great Mac Tips You Should Know
Love your iMac or MacBook Pro? Want to know how to get the most out of it? You’d be amazed by just how many handy features and helpful tools Apple devices have built-in. So we’ve put together a list of 5 great Mac tips you should know! Make sure your device is updated to the…
-
A brief intro to popular AI powered tools
Artificial intelligence or AI has been all over the news and our social feeds recently, and with its many intricacies, capabilities and limitations it can be a difficult concept to understand. So here is a brief intro to AI tools, with a focus on natural language processing tools powered by conversational AI. The type of…
-
Watch out for this “iCloud support” Scam email
Hi Geek Fans, Recently a large number of iCloud support scam emails have been brought to our attention. These emails all vary slightly and come from different email addresses. But we’ll let you know a few telltale signs that the email is a scam. Read on for more details. These are what’s known as “phishing…
