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What parental controls do to keep your family safe
Hi Geek Fans! Parental controls are a great way to keep tabs on your kids’ safety online. Here’s what they can do, why you should use them, and how to keep your kids safe even if parental controls aren’t in place. The internet offers awesome learning tools, cute cat videos, and an incredible amount of…
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Computer check-up | 7 reasons why you NEED one!
Computer check-up | 7 reasons why you NEED one! Hi, Geek Fans! A computer check-up is one of the easiest ways to look out for the health of your gear. This blog covers the top seven reasons why you should get a computer check-up ASAP! We rely on our computers for everything. From Zoom calls…
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5,000 REVIEWS | 5 PRIZE GIVEAWAY
CELEBRATE WITH US | WIN A UE BOOM 3 Hey Geek Fans, Today we reached 5,000 customer reviews with an INCREDIBLE 4.83/5 rating!!! We are feeling like very #PROUD Kiwi’s and we wanted to say a special thank you to you all. We couldn’t have done it without our awesome customers! We wanted to do…
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Online Banking Safety | Cheque Free 2021
ANZ cheque removal potentially opens doors for targeted scams Hey, Geek Fans! As ANZ makes the switch to a cheque-free world, you should make the switch to safer online banking. This blog explains how the move might create opportunities for scammers to target vulnerable people. Keep reading to get clued up and stay safe! New…
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Text Message Scam Alert NZ
Text Message Scam Alert NZ We have received information that many of our customers have been targeted by a text message scam. The text message is regarding an unpaid customs charge for package delivery. Sent from an Australian number, the text says: “We have attempted to deliver your package UPS016448296GB, but there is an unpaid…
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Best Shows on Netflix NZ
Best Shows on Netflix NZ Netflix offers such a wide range of shows that it can be difficult to choose one to watch! Here at Geeks on Wheels, we understand the struggle so, to help you decide, we’ve created a list of the best shows on Netflix NZ. Our awesome team has recommended a range…
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How to enable dark mode iPhone
How to Enable Dark Mode on your iPhone and iPad Dark Mode is a new feature on iPhones and iPad that comes with iOS 13.0 and later. This feature allows you to change the appearance on your screen to dark instead of the normal white/light look. Dark Mode uses a darker colour palette for all…
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What is Geek Approved?
Geek Approved_ allows us to PROVIDE knowledge and confidence BY OFFERING SECOND – HAND TECH to everyday New Zealanders. We find that our customers often have outdated technology, however, are not in a position to purchase newer hardware; furthermore, hardware that can genuinely help improve their home IT experience. The alternative is to try and…
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Buying Second-Hand Technology | The Ultimate Guide
Your guide to buying refurbished, second-hand gadgets You may think it’s impossible to save money on your gadgets and get excellent quality technology, but Geeks on Wheels can help you do both! By giving you access to a great range of second hand, #GeekApproved devices, that have been refurbished and recommended by our very own…
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Office Tech Must Haves | Back to Work
Office Tech Must-Haves | Back to Work As we move out of lockdown many Kiwi’s will be readjusting to office life. So we’ve put together a list of Office Tech Must-Haves to keep you productive, comfortable and ready to work! Even if you aren’t returning to the office just yet, these gadgets can help make…
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Zoom Safety | Follow These Steps
Zoom Safety | Follow These Steps The Geeks on Wheels team have been using Zoom for weekly meetings and to keep in touch with colleagues. We know that Zoom is safe but ONLY if you follow these necessary precautions. We understand that many of you have been using Zoom to keep in touch with family…
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Best Apps you NEED in NZ 2020
Here at Geeks on Wheels we understand that there are so many apps out there it can be overwhelming! So we asked our team what they thought the best apps were in NZ in 2020. Their replies cover work, entertainment, health, social media and even apps you can use for travelling. If you have a…
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Hyperfibre – Everything you NEED to know
All You NEED To Know About Hyperfibre Late last year, telecommunications infrastructure provider Chorus, launched Hyperfibre. Wondering what that is? We have the answers. What is Hyperfibre: Hyperfibre is a super-fast fibre connection that will soon be available to homes and businesses across New Zealand. With download speeds of up to 4000Mbps, its nearly 4…
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Should I Upgrade or Buy a New Computer?
Should I Upgrade or Buy a New Computer? When is it time to upgrade or buy a new computer? The answer will come down to personal preference, but what factors should you consider before committing to a computer upgrade or new purchase? A computer serves many functions, and what you use it for will determine…
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How to Screenshot – The Ultimate Guide
How to Screenshot – The Ultimate Guide Here at Geeks on Wheels we understand that it can be confusing trying to take a screenshot from one of your devices. So we’ve put together a helpful ‘How to Screenshot – The Ultimate Guide’ blog! It includes: You may want to take a screenshot because you’re taking…
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50 Best Movies on Netflix NZ | (UPDATED) 2020
So you’ve had a tiring day with the kids or you’re about to wind down with a loved one. The snacks are prepared and ready to roll, you’ve changed into your comfy clothes and you snuggle down on the couch. Now comes the hard part that you and everyone else forgot about…..the dreaded task of…
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Email Scam Alert | NZ 2020 | What To Do
Email Scam Alert – NZ – December 2019 Over the last 2 weeks Geeks on Wheels has noticed a growing number of email scam issues in NZ. Generally, the average number of scams that our customers experience per month is around 200. However recently, we have been contacted by an increasing number of non-Geeks on…
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Set Up the Google Home Mini |How to Guide
Set up the google home mini with this super easy guide. Luckily the Geeks on Wheels team are experts at home automation and that is why we have brought you super easy, step by step tutorial videos on the Google Home Mini and you can even print out the downloadable PDF guide to go with…
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How to Make your Computer Faster
5 Ways to Make your Computer Run Faster A slow computer can be frustrating when you are trying to get things done, watch your favourite videos or working from home. Not only that but It can reduce productivity and generally make you so furious you can feel like you may want to throw your computer…
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10 most frequently asked tech questions – answered.
Here at Geeks on Wheels we understand how frustrating it can be to lose a document you’ve spent hours working on. Or your favourite TV show won’t load because your WiFi is too slow. Or perhaps you can’t login to your Facebook account! Falling out of love with your devices is easy when you don’t…
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5 Common Ways of Getting a Computer Virus
Looking for malware removal? The best cure is prevention! There is no shortage of places on the internet where you can read about how computers get infected by a computer virus – just as there is no shortage of ways to get infected – but which viruses are most common, and which are most likely…
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Outlook Hacks You Need to Know 2019
So you’ve set up your free outlook account and your inbox is starting to receive emails! It can be super hard to keep track and stay organised but we’ve got you covered. Geeks On Wheels brings you Outlook email support for windows and mac. After reading this article you’ll be a) using Outlook like a pro…
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3 Ultimate Reasons To Back up Your Data
With technology rapidly changing, chances are that your computer will be obsolete in the next few years. However, that does not mean that you shouldn’t back up your data. Whether you are backing up data for your business or holding on to your personal photos, backing up your computer is essential to protect your files…
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Most Famous Computer Viruses In History
A computer virus can be reasonably harmless, simply reducing your computer’s performance or displaying joke messages. Others have gotten way out of hand. Early on, even the most widespread viruses were reasonably harmless, simply the handiwork of bored geeks who wanted to see what they could do. As time went on, authors started using viruses…
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Macs Cannot Get Viruses: Fact or Fiction?
When it comes to Mac repair, most users think viruses will not be a part of the equation, but is this actually true? The short answer is no – Apple Macs are able to get infected by malware – viruses included – it just happens less often than it does with PCs running Microsoft Windows.…
