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Thank ‘Windows 8.1 with Bing’ for all the $200 Windows laptops that are now on the market

Posted on November 30, 2014

If you’ve been computer shopping recently, you’ve no doubt noticed the plethora of laptops priced around $200. It seems they’re everywhere these days, and even the big name-brands are selling them.

If you’re wondering how the computer manufacturers can afford to sell a Windows laptop for $200, it basically boils down to one reason: Microsoft’s release of Windows 8.1 with Bing.

At its core, Windows 8.1 with Bing is exactly the same operating system as the standard Windows 8.1, but two things differentiate Windows 8.1 with Bing from standard Windows 8.1: [Read more…]

The nasty Citadel Malware is now attacking password manager apps

Posted on November 22, 2014

scam I have never been all that keen on password manager apps because if a miscreant is able to compromise your master password, ALL of your passwords become available to the crook.

Not it seems that my paranoia concerning password managers was justified. The nasty Citadel malware that’s been compromising the websites of banks and other institutions of late has started attacking password manager apps via a special keylogger that’s built into the malicious code. [Read more…]

Microsoft Office 365 subscribers to get unlimited OneDrive storage

Posted on November 11, 2014

Microsoft has announced that all Office 365 subscribers will soon have unlimited OneDrive storage. The removal of the current 1TB cap is currently being rolled out to existing customers, and all users should have unlimited OneDrive storage by early 2015.

This move is in keeping with Microsoft’s stated goal of transitioning from being primarily a software vendor to a major player in the “online services” industry.

OneDrive storage is now tightly integrated into virtually all of Microsoft’s products, and the company is betting that unlimited cloud storage will make those products even more competitive with those of the competition.

If you are a current subscriber to Office 365, you’ll be receiving your free OneDrive upgrade within the next few months. If not, you can get a great deal on an Office 365 subscription at Amazon.

Note: The links in this post are affiliate links.

Quickly find out how much a used PC, smart phone or other gadget is really worth

Posted on October 26, 2014

worthmonkey Do you have a used computer, cell phone, tablet or other device that you’re wanting to sell? Or perhaps you looking to buy one?

The most difficult part of buying or selling a used electronic item is making sure you negotiate a fair price. But I recently discovered a nifty website that makes it quite easy by giving you a fairly accurate estimate of most any gadget’s true resale value. [Read more…]

Existing Sprint customers can now lease an iPhone 6 for $5 per month

Posted on October 15, 2014

Sprint has just announced the roll-out of a $15 per month “Customer Loyalty Credit” for existing customers who wish to upgrade to the new iPhone 6.

The $15 credit will be applied directly to the customer’s monthly bill, effectively reducing the iPhone 6’s monthly lease fee from $20 to just $5.

The lease contracts signed under this plan will run for 24 months, after which the customer will need to choose between four options: [Read more…]