Caroline Dello You’ve heard of Ransomware in the media and of big businesses around New Zealand falling victim to them, but what actually is ransomware and can you as a residential user of the Internet be subjected to one too? The short answer is yes you can and today we’ll explore what it actually is, the types … Read more
Philips Hue smart LED lighting system is a groundbreaking innovation that allows users to control their lighting needs with ease, convenience, and personalisation, transforming the way we interact with light in our homes. This revolutionary technology caters to individual preferences and lifestyles by enabling users to adjust the colour, intensity, and temperature of the light … Read more
Welcome to the world of Zigbee Smart Home Technology! This popular home automation protocol has been making waves in the industry, and for good reason. In this introduction, we’ll take a closer look at what exactly Zigbee is, its advantages, and how it fits into the smart home ecosystem. So without further ado, let’s get … Read more
Shelly Cloud devices are a popular range of smart home devices developed by Allterco Robotics. Until recently they weren’t certified for use here in New Zealand however some models now are such as the Shelly 1 and 1pm. They offer a unique combination of hardware, software, and cloud services to help you create an efficient, … Read more
IFTTT, short for “If This Then That,” is an innovative automation tool that enables users to simplify and streamline their everyday tasks. By connecting various apps and services and creating rules or “applets,” IFTTT can automate processes that would otherwise require manual intervention. In this introduction, we’ll explore the basic concepts underlying IFTTT, as well … Read more
Early on in your smart home solutions journey you’ll need to choose a platform to automate on. Two popular choices are Apple Homekit and Home-Assistant. Both are two way compatible however those who choose the Apple ecosystem often find themselves needing to use Home Assistant to complete tasks and automations that aren’t natively integrated with … Read more
You may have heard the term magbox, but what do they actually do? Today we’ll look at the magbox and what it actually allows you to do when it comes to IPTV streaming. Originally founded by Infomir in the Ukraine, they have grown in popularity over the years, but are still under utilised in New … Read more
Kodi is a powerful and versatile open-source software, designed to serve as a comprehensive media center for various devices. Its primary function is to provide users with the ability to organise and stream their multimedia content, such as video, audio, images, and podcasts. The platform supports a vast range of file formats, making it an … Read more
Sideloading allows users to install applications on their Amazon Fire TV devices that are not available through the Amazon Appstore. In this introduction, we will explore the concept of sideloading and its benefits, discuss the potential risks, and provide a brief overview of the sideloading process. Benefits of Sideloading Sideloading opens up a whole new … Read more
Are you looking for clear guidance on what the difference between 1080P (HD), 2K, 4K and 8K resolutions actually are? Thinking of buying a new TV or monitor and want to ensure your screen supports the resolution you’re going to need to use? If so then have a read on our video resolutions guide on … Read more