Category Archives: Technology

Centrelink Android app

Posted on 23/09/2013 by AlanM52

This is a screenshot of the Express Plus Seniors app that I installed on my Galaxy Note. The app is very functional and you can preform most of the common tasks and even view online letters in a PDF style … Continue reading →

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Samsung Galaxy desktop software

Posted on 22/09/2013 by AlanM52

Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000: my older kid has a new iPhone 5s so she gave me her Galaxy Note – thanks! Installed the Samsung Kies desktop software this morning and connected the phone to setup everything. Kies recognised that the … Continue reading →

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Telstra T-hub 1

Posted on 07/08/2013 by AlanM52

My recently “acquired” T-hub 1 synced to Office Outlook 2007…and to Hotmail via the Outlook-Hotmail connector and to Telstra MyConnect – crikey!  

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PendoPad 4.0 Multi-Touch 7" tablet

Posted on 11/11/2012 by AlanM52

Purchased from Coles the PendoPad 4.0 Multi-Touch 7″ tablet for $99 – regular $149.   This is from Coles Mobile which has been closed down – strange.     • 7” Capacitive Multi-Touch Screen • Android 4.0 Operating System (Ice … Continue reading →

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Aussies held to ransom by nasty software

Posted on 06/11/2012 by AlanM52

“Ransomware” has been customised to scare Australians. Photo: Botnets.fr If your computer appears to be taken hostage by local police who demand the payment of a fine to grant you access to your data, would you pay the fee, yank … Continue reading →

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Cable internet down

Posted on 12/04/2012 by AlanM52

Cable internet down last night around midnight, we are on Telstra BigPond and the Netgear CGD24N was obviously not establishing a connection with Send flashing and the Receive light off. We also have Foxtel (from Telstra) which uses the same … Continue reading →

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Email from Vodafone

Posted on 09/11/2011 by AlanM52

Hi Alan,We’re investing $1 billion to bring you better indoor coverage, faster downloads and a stronger signal than before from Vodafone. We’ve been busy working in your area upgrading sites, replacing network equipment, and building a new 850MHz network great … Continue reading →

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Test table

Posted on 01/06/2011 by AlanM52

aaa ccc ddd eee fff

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Another printer purchase

Posted on 20/05/2011 by AlanM52

Had to purchase another printer! The Canon MP640 which is not even 12 months old has a blocked print head. Tried all the usual things even used an ultrasonic cleaner – no go. So off to the market and purchased … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Indoor Remote Control Sockets $24.99

Posted on 27/03/2011 by AlanM52

Set consists of 4 x remote sockets (2 with dimmer function) and 1 x remote control Batteries included Indoor use only Setup three of them around the lounge and dining areas to control table and floor lamps – works well. … Continue reading →

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