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What’s Spotify?

Spotify recently launched in Australia…but what is it and do you need it? Spotify is a streaming music service, giving users access to millons of songs on PC, Mac or mobile device.  Its also integrates with Facebook so you can share what you’re listening to, giving your friend the opportunity to listen in with a single click. So with millions[Read More…]

Free eBooks for Kindle devices

If you already own a Kindle eBook reader then you may already have a number of eBooks, but here’s a site that can help you grow your collection at no cost. Control Q dot org, that’s CTRLQ.org is a collection of books that the Amazon online store has free of charge. Kindle users can simply select the books of their[Read More…]

Adobe moves to Subscription software model

Don’t want to pay the entire cost of software up front? Buy an annual subscription instead. We already see this with products like Internet Security software, however this is becoming a trend across different types of software. Recently I caught up with Paul Robson from Adobe Australia who speaks about how this business model now operates with Adobe Creative Cloud. Listen[Read More…]

Protect your Notebook from Overheating

Protect your Notebook from Overheating

  Notebook computers pack an amazing amount of technology into  relatively tiny space and while there’s little compromise on performance, your notebook computer may run much hotter than a desktop computer which can lead to problems down the track. One way to protect your notebook computer from any overheating issues is to use a cooling pad.  These relitively cheap devices[Read More…]

Fruit Ninja turns 2

Fruit Ninja turns 2

What’s dangerous, fruity, made in Australia and played on mobile devices across the world?  Fruit Ninja. This fast paced game that involves players using their jinja skills to slice flying fruit with a sword has just celebrated its 2nd anniversary by seeking out Australia’s Fruit Ninja Master. Public play sessions were held across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne last week culminating[Read More…]