Category: News & Updates
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How New Zealand Banks Are Keeping You Safe
These are a few of the exciting internet banking security features that banks are keeping you safe from banking scams in 2025. We often cover the doom and gloom of internet scams, reminding readers to secure their accounts and use strong passwords. With Kiwis losing over $1.6 billion to online threats in 2024, it’s clear…
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New Benefits of Technology – Improving Cognitive Abilities
Technology has been making our lives easier for years. From improving communication through email and social media to unlimited shopping from the comfort of our living rooms. However, many users, especially those more advanced in years, often believe that technology is bad. It makes people antisocial; kids are always trapped on their devices playing games,…
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Geeks on Wheels Auckland – What sets them apart?
Are you looking for IT companies in Auckland? Geeks on Wheels has proudly provided IT support across the Auckland region since 2007! We cover all the key areas, including Ponsoby, Remuera, the North Shore and Mount Eden, helping Aucklanders with fast, reliable mobile computer repairs and tech solutions for 18 years! Geeks on Wheels has…
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16 billion passwords leaked!
Hey Geek fans! You might’ve seen the headlines lately. There’s been a wave of data leaks hitting some big names. From Mighty Ape to Qantas and plenty more in between! One of the more recent discoveries has led researchers to label it as “the largest leak ever!” In this blog, we’ll break down what this…
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Risks Of Not Upgrading to Windows 11
You’ve likely seen that Windows 10 is ending support on October 14th, 2025. Whether it’s pop-ups on your Windows 10 devices, emails from Geeks on Wheels or articles in the news. Everyone has been talking about it. Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance or security fixes for Windows…
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Geeks on Wheels is coming to Hawke’s Bay
We’ve got some exciting News! Geeks on Wheels is extending its services, and our newest location is, drum roll please……. Hawke’s Bay! Geeks on Wheels will be covering areas from Waipukurau & Takapau to Eskdale & Tongoio. Of course, including Napier, Hastings and Havelock North. For nearly two decades, we’ve been helping Kiwis make the most of…
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Issues With Recent Satellite Updates
Have you been experiencing difficulties watching TV since changes to satellite reception happened in New Zealand on April 15th 2025? You may need to install KiwiSat satellite updates. In April 2025, New Zealand’s Satellite TV services shifted from the old Optus D2 satellite to the KoreaSat6 satellite. This was due to the Optus D2 satellite…
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The Ultimate IT Support Package
Wouldn’t everyone love unlimited free access to remote tech support? Discounted onsite help from experts and a free check on the health and security of their devices? Say hello to New Zealand’s best IT support package, Geek+. With a Geek+ membership, you get all that and more. The best part is that memberships start from…
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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…
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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…
