The Importance of a “Digital Photo Hub” (and How to Create one)
The foundation of good organizing is to keep like with like instead of having everything scattered about, so why should your photos be any different? They need to be collected in one central (and safe) location so that you know where to look for them. A Master Photo Library or digital photo “hub”, is the… Read More »
Struggling with Poor Wifi Coverage? Techniques to Solve Those WiFi Woes
WiFi black spots, intermittent service and buffering are all fairly common issues in Singapore, partly due to the dense structure of the concrete and reinforced steel buildings here. There are a number of different techniques that we can implement to ensure you have seamless coverage throughout your home. The best option is to have… Read More »
6 Photo Management Mistakes You’re Making (and How to Fix Them)
In the age of digital photography, the chances are you have a huge, unwieldy photo library that is in desperate need of attention. That’s just the nature of shooting digital. The inherent problem here lies in actually having to manage all of your photos. Cleaning up your existing photo library will be a chore, but there… Read More »
Tech New Years Resolutions for 2020
The usual New Year’s resolutions involve hitting the gym, getting healthy and spending less. Why not change it up this time and add tech resolutions to the mix? Take a look at some tech-inspired changes you can make in the new year. 1. Create a robust backup plan The risks of data loss are very… Read More »
How to watch BBC iPlayer in Singapore (and your other favourite international TV shows)
So how to watch BBC iPlayer in Singapore? Living away from your home country, many expats miss their favourite TV shows from back home – BBC, US Netflix, EPL, ABC etc. Whilst one can watch some content on Mio and StarHub TV, the choice is limited and the most recent shows are rarely available. You… Read More »
The End of Cable Services – what this means for your home connectivity
If you are a StarHub cable, broadband or home phone line customer, you will no doubt know by now that on 30th June 2019 they will be terminating all cable services. All customers are to be migrated over from the old coax network to the latest generation Fibre optic network. Whilst StarHub has promised that… Read More »
Why you should upgrade to an SSD
Computers are a sizeable investment that you most likely wish to keep running for as long as possible. Both Macs and Windows computers generally last 3-5 years, however, you can stretch out that lifespan significantly when you make the right upgrades and repairs. If you have noticed your computer isn’t running as well as it… Read More »
Tech New Years Resolutions for 2019
The usual New Year’s resolutions involve hitting the gym, getting healthy and spending less. Why not change it up this time and add tech resolutions to the mix? Take a look at some tech-inspired changes you can make in the new year. Create a robust backup plan The risks of data loss are very high… Read More »
How to watch BBCiPlayer and US Netflix in Singapore
One of the common things people miss living in a foreign country is access to their favourite TV shows from back home. Content Providers such as BBCiPlayer, US Neflix, ITVPlayer, Hulu, HBO etc block streaming video abroad due to digital rights restrictions. So how can you watch BBCiPlayer in Singapore? There are ways to work… Read More »
Top 5 dangers kids Face Online & How to Prevent Them
Children are among the most active Internet users, and are unfortunately subjected to a number of risks. If you allow your children to spend time online, it’s important to know what threats they face so you may deal with them accordingly. Here are some of the most common dangers kids face online and steps to… Read More »