Avast Antivirus is a fantastic antivirus software. The video we have for you today is a short walk through on how to remove the deep screen feature from your Avast Antivirus program which can cause some problems with some software that you may use on a daily basis. If you are still seeing problems with your computer after removing the Deep Screen feature don’t forget to call Computer Geeks for onsite computer repair.
Yesterday I talked about European governments intervening on technological issues. Today, I learn the Federal government has addressed the issue of cell phone ‘unlocking’.
The House of Representatives passed legislation allowing people to unlock cell phones and? switch from one carrier to another. Both parties, consumer advocate groups, and even the wireless industry backed the legislation. This bill, called the Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act, would counter act the 2012 decision of the Librarian of Congress. That 2012 decision says anyone who unlock their phone to switch providers after their contract ends would violate copyright laws. So the barrier of switching carriers is broken.
This is a huge step in the right direction. Can you imagine being in legal trouble just because you wanted to change your phone carrier, especially if the previous carrier treated you wrong? President Obama praised this action, saying this gives Americans choices and better flexibility. And this goes to show Congress can actually get things done. You know, Americans’ view of Congress over isn’t very high. But this shows when, or should I say if, our elected leaders can put partisan differences aside, and put the needs of the people first, things can get done that will actually benefit the people. What more bills can be passed with this kind of cooperation?
In business, sometimes you have to gamble. They’re banking their next batch of iPhones will be the best sale ever. It better be.
Apple iPhone ?is calling on suppliers to produce 70 to 80 million units of future iPhones with either 4.7 inch or 5.5 inch screens. All these units are to be made by December 30, 2014. This is the 20 million more than what was called for with the iPhone 5S and 5C. It’s rumored Apple is working feverishly to launch iPhone 6. Usually they launch either a new phone or device in September, at the beginning of an academic/work year, and not far from the holiday shopping season.
I must say, calling for this many units seems like a huge gamble for Apple to make. During the first quarter of 2014, Apple shared 18% of the smartphone share, compared to 29% of Samsung. I’m sure this factor was in their mind. But what if the sales are disappointing. But then I remember Apple has a partnership with China Mobile, which started selling the iPhone in early 2014. So to have one of the most powerful technical companies in one of the fastest rising economical companies in the world as an ally is a good move. To sale these between the two biggest times of the year is another good move. So is making up to 80 million iPhone devices a gamble or great business sense?
I did a few blogs about not so good news about Amazon. But Amazon is offering a deal that few people can refuse.
Amazon’s Kindle has announced an all you can read deal. That’s right: over 600,000?books will be available to all Kindle owners on their Kindle devices for the insanely low price of $9.99 a month. This includes audiobooks. That’s not all: You can try one month of this absolutely free and they’re throwing in their Whispersync service, which allows the Kindle reader to switch between manual and audio reading, even in the middle of a book. Amazon doesn’t have the backing or blessing of all publishing companies, but you can read some big name books in this deal, including series like Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. I apologize in advanced for our international fans because this deal available in the US only. Don’t kill the messenger.
Thinking about checking out this deal on your new Kindle and need it set up? Give us a call at Computer Geeks, and we can do the entire set up for you!
I find it coincidental they launch this when Amazon is in a publishing war with Hachette and others. Even celebrities have publically talked down about Amazon, even calling them names and comparing Amazon to organized crime. So this $9.99 a month deal comes in. And these publishers don’t like it. So what’s the motive of this borderline too good to be true deal? Are they trying be in good graces with their customers? Or are they using this deal to get at their enemies even more?
Several of my blogs lately have been about the upcoming technological phenom called the smartwatch. All the tech giants, Apple, Samsung, Google and others are getting involved. But is anybody buying it?
But according to some surveys and reports, the smart watch may not be the next big thing. One survey by Accenture said fewer than half would purchase this device. At best, 20 million smart watches will be sold in 2014. That may sound like a lot, but compared to phones, tablets and other devices, it’s really not. Last year, some watches sold so little that they had to be pulled off of shelves.
But wait: isn’t this supposed to be the next technological revolution? Some argue that anything you can do on these watches you can do with a cell phone device. Some say they’re too bulky and ugly and since you need a computer device to go along with them anyway, why bother? You know, I remember when mobile and smartphones got extremely popular, digital watches decreased. Is this a way to bring back watch revenue? If so, watches will have to go above and beyond, like accept and process payments wherever you go. That’s right…smartphones do that already. They’re doing well in the Silicon Valley area, but what will it take for the smart watch to cross into mainstream? Will it take cooler apps? Will it take lower prices? Will it take a slick marketing campaign? Who wants a smartwatch at all?
When you hear the word geek, you associate it now with computer repair. Most people believe that if you have geek in your name, your primarily focused on consumer computer repair. Computer Geeks however, not only services the consumer, but also focuses on small business computer help.
Computer Geeks has a variety of solutions and support for small businesses, including but not limited to: small business computer network setup, small business computer backup and small business computer consulting. Now let’s focus on those three items. First, there’s small business computer network setup. Computer Geeks has technicians with the focus in small business computer network solutions from a small network of 2-3 PCs to a network of 30. Computer Geeks will help set the network up to run as efficiently as possible. Secondly, there’s small business computer backup. Computer Geeks understands the importance of your data. The real question is do you? Most businesses that do not have any sort of backup system do not realize how important data is until it’s gone. Computer Geeks has partnered with Carbonite which has a perfect solution for your backup needs. Finally, there’s small business computer consulting. Computer Geeks does not just repair computers and setup networks but we also consult and sell new machines, printers and network equipment to help redesign a current or start a brand new office from the ground up.
Computer Geeks small business support services works with all types of businesses and lately has had a focus on law firm IT solutions. And we would be happy to speak to any law firms looking for a change in their IT or start up firms looking for that right fit.
