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 – …
Five Reasons Your Computer Keeps Freezing
You need your computer for just about everything these days. A lot of people use them to work and organise their lives, and after a long day at work, it’s nice to kick back and watch some TV shows or …
Which Computer Upgrades Will Give Me the Best Value for Money?
Time for a computer upgrade? If your PC or laptop is running slow, there’s no need to invest in a brand-new computer. Upgrading a few key parts of your machine can go a long way – but which parts should …
Recommended Monthly Computer Maintenance Checklist | Geeks on Wheels
Our recommended monthly computer maintenance checklist
A computer is no different from a car. It requires constant maintenance to ensure that it performs at its best. In this blog post we provide a list of monthly maintenance tasks that you …
Microsoft Gets Ready to Scrap Skype Classic Once and For All
This November, Microsoft plans to stop supporting the desktop version of Skype 7.0 in a bid to move customers to the newer Skype 8.0 which is cloud based rather than application based, this means that all chat and conversations will …
5 Smart Gadgets That Will Shape the Home of the Future
Technology in our homes is more exciting than ever, and the last few years have delivered a whole range of exciting new smart products. With Google, Amazon, and Apple all producing impressive smart products to run almost everything in your …
Truly effective Wi-Fi coverage, security and parental controls with better WiFi
What is Mesh and why does it matter?
Geeks on Wheels provide wireless mesh routers that are the next step in modern Wi-Fi. A giant leap from the routers, Wi-Fi extenders and Powerline solutions that have traditionally been thought of …
5 Reasons to Migrate Your Business to Office 365 | Geeks On Wheels
5 Reasons to Migrate Your Business to Office 365
Many small to medium sized New Zealand business are seeing the advantages of migrating to Office 365, a cloud-based service offered by Microsoft that includes Exchange Online, Office Web Apps, SharePoint, …
Protect yourself from Scams
Scam Alert
Over the last 2 weeks Geeks on Wheels has noticed a substantial increase in the number of scams directly affecting New Zealanders. In a usual month, Geeks on Wheels would generally average around 200 customers contacting us per …
10 iPhone Tips and Tricks You Need to Know | Geeks on Wheels Tips
Do you need emergency iPhone help but don’t want to take a lengthy training class on how to use a smartphone? Look no further, as the team at Geeks on Wheels have got you covered, so you can enjoy your …
Is anybody else reading your emails? | Geeks on Wheels Tips
New Gmail features help you keep out unwanted readers for good!
Up until now, Google has had a relaxed practice of allowing third-party app developers to read your Gmail conversations to target you with specific advertising. In the past, giving …
5 Reasons Why Your Wi-Fi Isn’t Working | Geeks on Wheels Tips
If you’ve ever experienced the pain of Wi-Fi dropping out at the most inconvenient time possible, you’ll know how limiting it can be at work or at home. If you’re the parent of teenagers, you’ll also know the sound of …
5 Ways to Make Your Computer Run Faster
5 ways to make your computer run faster
A slow computer is a nightmare to deal with on all levels. Whether you’re using a laptop for business presentations, graphic design, writing, or just surfing the internet, lag is more than …
Windows Vista End Of Life Guide
Windows Vista is coming to the end of its life and here is how we can help you
You knew this day would come, the signs have been clear and you’ve felt that it was only a matter of time …
2017 School BYOD Laptop Guide For Primary, Secondary and Uni Students
With Schools going back we have decided to put together a New Zealand laptop buyers guide for primary, secondary and Uni students. We know you are probably full of questions and have been bombarded with the message to BYOD! Put …
Computer Problems Over The Holidays Sorted
Technology problems over the holidays? We’ve got your back!
Did you buy a laptop in the Boxing Day sales and you can’t connect it to the wi-fi? Have your kids given you an iPad for Christmas and you want to …
The New Zealand Guide To TV Streaming – Amazon Prime Joins The Party.
Amazon Prime may be late to the party but it brings one of the biggest names in entertainment.
Amazon Prime has launched around the globe and it is the latest competitor to join the race of digital TV/movie streaming services …
Ten Tech Gifts for Christmas
When it comes to the latest gadgets you can trust that our Geeks are the first to get their hands all over them. So this year we have dug deep to find what’s what and what’s new in the tech …
What makes an ideal technician at Geeks on Wheels?
Currently at Geeks on Wheels, we are in an exciting phase of recruiting a range of new technician roles across a number of our regions. Today we sat down with our HR Coordinator Vic to talk about the recruitment process, …
Geeks On Wheels Auckland – Meet The Team
Meet Auckland’s Friendliest Computer Technicians
Auckland is not only full of great experiences but is also full of people. It’s New Zealand’s most populated city. Lots of people means lots more technology, which also means, lots more tech-failures. Luckily, Auckland …
Dunedin Geeks Roll Into Town
Dunedin: the coolest city at the bottom of the world
Dunedin. It’s the coolest little city at the bottom of the world and if you live in New Zealand, there’s a high chance you probably haven’t ventured that far South …
Ultra-Fast Internet – Say Goodbye to Buffering
No one likes slow internet, that much can be gleaned from the rise in frustration levels after you reach your broadband cap level for the month. Everyone has experienced those painful few weeks back on dial-up after your kids or …
Get Streaming: Your Guide to Home Entertainment
Full stream ahead – How do I join the revolution?
TV ain’t what it used to be. And thank heavens for that – thanks to online streaming we no longer have to endure infomercials, never-ending Friends reruns and the painful …
Slow and Steady Computers Don’t Win the Race
Is there anything worse than a slow computer? Not for the hundreds of thousands of people all over the world looking for ways to fix their slow computers, fast! A slow PC happens to be the most common complaint …
Frozen Mac Hacks – Get Back To Full Speed
Oh no! It’s the dreaded colourful spinning circle icon on your Mac screen! You may have been here before as Macs lean towards a temporary freeze – even when they’re known as some of the best computers on the …