If you have a #Lenovo laptop, read this! Beware of malware on your machine

"Lenovo have been using part of the firmware of its machines so that even if the Windows OS, and the Hard-drives were completely wiped, reformatted, and replaced…and Windows was then reinstalled, the “Lenovo Service Engine,” will reinstall itself from the main board of the Laptop or computer when it boots."

Read more here: http://news.filehippo.com/2015/08/lenovo-busted-installing-irremovable-spyware-software-computers/

Print to #PDF is finally native in Windows! A very handy feature

"To Print to PDF in Windows 10, simply open up your document in a text editor like Microsoft Word and click File > Print. (You can do this from any program that lets you print -- not just Word, and not just with a text document.)"

Read more here: http://www.cnet.com/au/how-to/print-to-pdf-in-windows-10/

Finally, 4K UHD Blu Ray discs will be available this year!

"The Ultra HD Blu-ray format will deliver high dynamic range content that significantly expands the range between the brightest and darkest elements and gives the consumer a more life-like viewing experience. Additionally, the format provides expanded colour range, high frame rate (up to 60fps) and up-to 3840x2160 resolution. The Ultra HD Blu-ray format will also deliver next-generation immersive, object-based sound formats. And, with the optional 'digital bridge' feature, the specification enhances the value of content ownership by embracing the notion that a content purchase can enable the consumer to view their content across a wide range of in-home and mobile devices".

Read more here: http://www.pcauthority.com.au/News/407687,new-uhd-blu-ray-format-coming-this-year.aspx

Considering #Netflix ? Make sure you are with the best ISP first!

"The speedtests that Netflix do aren’t reflective of each of their maximum capacity speeds, but rather measure the “average bitrate for Netflix content streamed by Netflix members per ISP”, the company says.

What’s worth noting is that most countries top ISP averages around the 4-5Mbps mark, while Netflix and other streaming providers recommend a minimum speed of 5Mbps for HD content and 25Mbps for Ultra-HD 4K content."

Read more here: http://www.news.com.au/technology/online/netflix-releases-internet-speed-index-of-aussie-isps/story-fnjwncel-1227351487476

#Apple is now testing out its very own wireless service!

"When it comes to devices, Apple is known for control. It makes both the hardware and software, so it controls the entire experience. Apple also keeps a lid on the App Store, and is legendary for the pressure it's exerted on partners and competitors alike."

Read the full sotry here: http://www.pcauthority.com.au/News/407381,apple-reportedly-testing-out-its-own-wireless-service.aspx

Windows 10 is out! Still have XP or Vista? Here are some options for you if you wish to upgrade

"The requirements to run Windows 10 are the same as Windows 7. If your system meets the minimum hardware requirements, you can do a clean install of Windows but it will cost you. A copy of Windows 10Home retails for $119, while Windows 10 Pro costs $199. There's also the Windows 10 Pro Pack for $99. This will let you upgrade from Windows 10 Home to the Pro edition at a later time."

Read the full story here: http://www.cnet.com/au/how-to/what-options-do-windows-xp-and-vista-users-have-in-a-windows-10-world/