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 …
Getting More Life out of Your Laptop and Your Wallet
Are you in love with your laptop? You’re not alone – we all depend on our laptops every day of our lives for countless tasks, so it’s no wonder they become our most treasured possessions. Of course, as the …
Who Ya Gonna Call? What to Look for in a NZ Laptop Repair Service Provider
That feeling when your laptop stops working: ultimate panic. We’ve all been there and it isn’t pretty. Luckily, there are plenty of laptop repair services providers in New Zealand – but the tricky part is knowing who to …
Level Up: Upgrading to Windows 10
Are you a loyal Windows believer? Did you get a little jealous when you heard about the OS X upgrade El Capitan? You’re not alone, nor should you be jealous, because Windows 10 is nothing to sneeze at either. Surely …
Say Ola! to OS X El Capitan!
It’s easy to get annoyed with all the new updates that are coming out for your smart phone, your apps, and your computers. Sometimes there are so many that it gets you wondering what the point is to all this …
The Dawning of the Age of the…TABLET
You love your laptop – it’s been there for you through thick and thin, both at work and play. We understand, and yet we still think it’s time for you to move on. With the new Microsoft Surface Pro on …
Mac Attack: Helpful Hints and Tasty Tips
Apple computers came on the scene in 1976, and while they faltered a little in the 90s, Mac has been the leader in computer technology (and marketing!) since 2001. Whether you have an iPod, and iPhone, or an iMac – …
Upgrading To Windows 10
Windows. A literal cornerstone of the computer world for more than 25 years, the digital age we live in now depends on this humble operating system. Its age makes us familiar with it. Its widespread use makes it easy to …
Keeping Your Children Safe Online
No one needs to tell you that when it comes to your children, the Internet can be a dark and scary place, but it doesn’t have to be. Yes, the Internet has changed how our children interact with the world. …
Pet tech – how to use apps and devices to take care of your pet
There is wearable technology for just about everything: from smart watches that tell you when to exercise, to baby onesies that tell you it’s time to change your baby’s nappy. And now there’s a range of technology to help you …
The SkySphere – the kiwi bach of your tech geek dreams
Deep down on his parent’s Manawatu Farm, Jono Williams has been busy at work building the kiwi bach of his dreams. The Skysphere is the result of a chat over a few beers with a friend. After three years of …
Baby Technology for Modern Parenting
Digital parenting technology is on the rise. Parents are looking for apps, software, and devices that have a practical purpose in their life; keeping kids entertained on road trips, or simply things that will improve in-home entertainment networks.
One aspect …
When Tech From Science Fiction Films Becomes a Reality
As this snippet from the 1990s TV show The Art of Living demonstrates, the technology we used to only dream about is slowly (or not so slowly) becoming an everyday reality. We can turn on the heater before we arrive …
Get Smart: What are smartwatches and do you need one?
There’s long been a portrayal of wrist watches in science fiction that do more than just tell the time. Everything from phone calling to cameras to teleportation, the watch as a wearable computer certainly isn’t a new concept.
As with …