Geek’s Blog

  • Tech devices for the great outdoors this spring/summer

    Tech devices for the great outdoors this spring/summer

    Hi there Geeks! Have you noticed the days getting longer and warmer? The daffodils in bloom? Summer is on its way, so this month we’re looking at some of the best hardware and software for the season. Spring has officially sprung, and with warmer weather on the way, many Kiwis are looking forward to getting…

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  • 6 tips to stay cyber safe on holiday

    6 tips to stay cyber safe on holiday

    Hi, Geeks! We know many of you are looking forward to trips away and holidays now that the border is properly open at last. Check out our top tips for staying cyber safe on your travels! There’s nothing quite like cold, rainy weather to get you thinking about taking a holiday. Whether you’re planning an…

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  • 5 essential Google Maps tricks for your next trip

    5 essential Google Maps tricks for your next trip

    Hi Geeks! Who’s looking forward to travelling again soon? We’re celebrating the reopening of the border with our top tech travel tips to get the most out of your holidays. It seems like everyone is either about to head away on holiday or actively planning a trip. After so long with closed borders, Kiwis are…

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  • Working in New Zealand: Best APPS you need in 2022

    Working in New Zealand: Best APPS you need in 2022

    Hi, Geeks! We’re carrying on our two-part series on the best apps you need while living and working in New Zealand. For this edition, we’ll focus on which apps are the most handy for work! After so many of us switched to working from home part-time or full-time over the past couple of years, apps…

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  • Living in New Zealand: Best APPS you need in 2022

    Living in New Zealand: Best APPS you need in 2022

    How did anyone ever live without apps? This month, we’re looking into some of the best and most useful apps you might need while living in New Zealand. When the iOS app store first launched in 2008, there were just 500 or so apps to choose from. Today, estimates suggest that figure is well into…

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  • How to connect smart devices to the Google Home

    How to connect smart devices to the Google Home

    Hi Geeks! This month we’re focusing on smart devices. These clever devices can make life much easier, but many people struggle to get them set up in the first place. In this piece, we’re offering a quick guide on getting them set up and under control. Many devices can work with Google Home – simply…

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  • Smart home safety tips | All you NEED to know!

    Smart home safety tips | All you NEED to know!

    Hi there, Geeks! Have you ever considered installing smart home devices in your house? They can make life that much easier, but there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind to keep yourself safe! Let’s take a closer look. Like any new technology, Kiwis have been quick to adopt smart devices in…

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  • The importance of good ergonomics when working from home

    The importance of good ergonomics when working from home

    Hi there, Geeks! This month is Mental Health Awareness month, so we’re taking a closer look at how our technology might affect our wellbeing. This includes how your ergonomics set up at home supports your health and your work. Countless Kiwis shifted to working from home at some stage over the past couple of years.…

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  • Technology Wellbeing tips you need to know!

    Technology Wellbeing tips you need to know!

    Hi Geeks Fan! May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so we’re taking a closer look at our wellbeing and technology. That starts with something we’re all a little guilty of – being a little overly attached to our smartphones! How much time do you spend on your smartphone? More than a third of Kiwis (37%)…

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  • The best technology for your hybrid working dream

    The best technology for your hybrid working dream

    Hi there, Geek Fans! How many of you are currently hybrid working? That is, some of your time is in the office, some of it is at the home office. This month we’ve put together a list of the best tech that you need to make hybrid working as seamless as possible. Hybrid working is…

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  • Microsoft Teams guide: A simple tutorial for beginners

    Microsoft Teams guide: A simple tutorial for beginners

    Hello Geek Fans! Over the past two years, countless Kiwis and people around the world have made the move to working from home. That has meant many have had to get used to collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams. Today, we’ve put together a quick guide to get you started with this software. Microsoft Teams…

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  • Still working from home? Cybersecurity tips you NEED to know!

    Still working from home? Cybersecurity tips you NEED to know!

    Hi Geeks – especially to all Geeks who are working from home these days! This month, we have some tips for you on how to keep your data and devices secure when working from home. During the lockdowns, as many as four in 10 of us worked from home. And even though New Zealand looks…

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  • Backing up your devices | All you NEED to know!

    Backing up your devices | All you NEED to know!

    Hi Geek Fans! This month we’re discussing backups. We all know we should probably be doing them, but it’s easy to let it fall by the wayside. Here’s a little more you should know about backing up your devices. Have you ever lost a phone? Dropped it in a lake, had it shattered completely, or…

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  • Protect your business online: 2022 Cybersecurity tools and tips

    Protect your business online: 2022 Cybersecurity tools and tips

    Hello, Geek Businesses! This month we’re putting a spotlight on cyber security, and focusing on how to protect your business online. So we’ve put together some of our best tips and tools to help you keep your company safe.  Cyber security has become a major concern for many Kiwi businesses over the past few years,…

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  • Stay safe online: 2022 Cybersecurity tools and tips

    Stay safe online: 2022 Cybersecurity tools and tips

    Hi Geek Fans! We all know it’s important to stay safe online, but do we know how? This month we’ve put together our best tips for staying safe online in your everyday browsing. In 2021, the Norton Life Lock Cyber Safety Insights Report found that almost half of Kiwis (47%) said that they didn’t know…

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  • Best laptops 2022: Top picks for every user

    Best laptops 2022: Top picks for every user

    Hey Geek Fans! Are you thinking of upgrading to a new laptop in 2022? We’ve done some of the legwork for you and have put together a list of best laptops available right now to help you decide which one is right for you. When was the last time you upgraded your laptop? Technology has…

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  • Get organised: 4 ways to tidy up your phone for the New Year

    Get organised: 4 ways to tidy up your phone for the New Year

    Happy New Year, Geek Fans! It’s 2022 and we’re sure we’re not alone in saying that we’re well and truly ready for a great year. To kick things off we’ve got some handy tips on how to tidy up your mobile phone! #StartFresh Having a clear-out can be hugely uplifting. It makes you feel less…

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  • Digital Wallet | All you need to know

    Digital Wallet | All you need to know

    Hi Geek Fans, with New Zealand moving to the traffic light system, the most convenient way to have your vaccine pass ready is by loading it onto your digital wallet. However, if you are unfamiliar with digital wallets, this can be confusing. That’s why we have put together this handy guide on what a Digital…

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  • Christmas Gift Ideas in NZ 2021: Best Tech Gadgets for all the family

    Christmas Gift Ideas in NZ 2021: Best Tech Gadgets for all the family

    Hi Geek Fans! It’s that time of year, and we know that gift buying is often the most stressful part. So, we’ve put together a quick gift guide to inspire you, and help you get back to the fun parts. Merry Christmas and enjoy! Christmas in New Zealand is truly magical. Long summer days, evenings…

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  • Black Friday Safety Tips 2021 | Shopping Online

    Black Friday Safety Tips 2021 | Shopping Online

    Hi, Geeks! Who’s looking forward to some great Black Friday deals? Got your eye on something? Black Friday and Cyber Monday are great times to get good deals online. However, it’s also important to stay safe. That’s why this month we’re discussing some Black Friday safety tips in 2021 when shopping online. Black Friday 2021…

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  • SuperComputer Christchurch has been taken over by Geeks on Wheels

    SuperComputer Christchurch has been taken over by Geeks on Wheels

    SuperComputer Christchurch owner, Mark Jones is a local computer repair guy focused on fixing people’s computers in the Aylesbury, Kirwee and Darfield areas. Furthermore, he has announced that his company has now been taken over by Geeks on Wheels. Importantly, this commenced as of 1st of November, 2021. SuperComputer Christchurch Mark at SuperComputer Christchurch had…

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  • What is a Mesh Network and how will it solve my Wi-Fi problems?

    What is a Mesh Network and how will it solve my Wi-Fi problems?

    Hi, Geeks! This month we’re looking at mesh networks. Specifically, what it is, and why it’s such an incredible solution for all sorts of Wi-Fi issues. We’ve come a long way from the days of dial-up and extremely slow internet speeds. However, modern Wi-Fi isn’t without its drawbacks. Many of us deal with ‘weak’ spots…

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  • What is the best brand of home security cameras NZ?

    What is the best brand of home security cameras NZ?

    Hi, Geeks! This month we’re taking a look at home security cameras NZ. It’s never easy choosing the best one for your home, so we’ve put together a short guide. Read on to see our top picks for the best home security cameras in NZ! When it comes to home security, you want something you…

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  • How to extend WiFi signal NZ | Even through concrete walls

    How to extend WiFi signal NZ | Even through concrete walls

    Hi Geeks! Last week we stayed somewhere with concrete walls and noticed just how difficult it was to pick up the WiFi. We know this is a common problem, so today we’re talking about how to extend WiFi signal NZ and make it stronger. And even pick it up through concrete walls! When your WiFi…

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  • #SUPPORTLOCALWITHGEEKS | Christchurch

    #SUPPORTLOCALWITHGEEKS  | Christchurch

    Hi Geek Fans, as a business, we understand first-hand the struggles that other businesses face when it comes to operating during COVID19 level restrictions. That’s why we have decided to launch #SUPPORTLOCALWITHGEEKS Christchurch In this post, we will be focusing on local Christchurch businesses and how you can help them during this difficult time. Now more…

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