Phone ring time too short? Missing calls? Here’s the potential fix (guide)
Phone ring time too short? Missing calls? You can extend it easily at no cost. The hack works on Android and iPhone.
Guides
How to extend your smartphone battery life (guide)
How to extend your smartphone battery life is all about a fixed recharge cycle life varying between 200 and 1600 full cycle recharges.
Having trouble hearing clear TV dialogue? Here is what you can do (AV hearing impairment guide)
More than a third of Australians have trouble hearing clear TV dialogue. Hearing impairment issues go far deeper than turn the volume up..
5G fact and fiction. What you need to know (guide)
5G Fact and Fiction. What is it? What does it do that 4G can’t? Does it cause cancer? We answer all the important questions.
8-bit versus 10-bit screen colours. What is the big deal? (AV guide)
Simply put, 8-bit versus 10-bit is the difference between displaying 16.7 million versus 1.07 billion colours. It makes a big difference.
How to save money on smartphone bills (guide)
There is no magic way to save money on mobile phone bills, but our advice ensures you don’t spend more than you need to.
The difference between OLED and QD OLED TV explained (AV guide)
There are significant differences between OLED and QD OLED. In part, it is a marketing war between rivals LG and Samsung.
Simple tips for the best back-to-school laptops – BYOD (guide 2023 update)
Parents' biggest mistake with back-to-school laptops 2023 is buying on price - the cheaper consumer laptops are not student-proof.
Ten essential tips for buying a smartphone (guide 2023 update)
Ten essential tips for buying a smartphone gives you the power to get what you want, not what the salesperson wants to sell.
Choosing the right monitor for your needs (guide 2023)
Choosing the right monitor is one of the most important things you can do – after all, you spend hours in front of it.
Choosing the right printer for your needs (guide 2023)
Choosing the right printer for your needs depends on your use, print quality expectations, durability, and budget. Here is what to look for.
Need a washing machine – here is what you need to know (guide 2023 update)
Need a washing machine? There are top load, front load and washer/dryer combos. We look at the pros and cons and find some outstanding ones.
Chromebooks – are they any good? (guide 2023)
Chromebooks in the right use circumstances are great. In the wrong use circumstances, they are a disaster. Here is why!
Best Android smartphones 2022 – $200 to $2000 (guide January 2023 update)
All the 2022 models have been released, and there are some gems in our Best Android Phones 2022. We cover from $100 to $2000 categories.
How long does it take to hack your password? (Security guide)
How long does it take to hack a typical password? Using brute force attacks between instantly and 438 trillion years.
What is a Bluetooth aptX codec, and should you care? (Sound guide)
Qualcomm, a major ARM System on a Chip (SoC) designer, invented the Bluetooth aptX codec (and variants) for portable sound devices.
Stay safer online – simple steps for home or mobile security (consumer advice guide)
Stay Safer Online will protect you from web threats, phishing, poisoned links, antivirus/malware and more – things you cannot control.
Two easy-to-use energy-saving devices (guide)
Energy-saving devices like TP-Link Tapo P110 Wi-Fi 240V smart plug and the Plugable USB VA meter are low-cost for a high return.
Is my smart TV spying on me? (AV guide)
Your smart TV is spying on you monetising not only your viewing habits but also exposing your home network devices. Here is how to stop…
What are the official Android OS and Security update policies? (guide)
Each manufacturer has a different take on Android OS and security update policies. Some are clear but it is more of a guideline really.
Sonos Ray and Roam speakers are perfect for the hearing impaired (AV)
Reader Angus tells us how he has paired a Sonos Ray and Roam portable speaker to help with hearing impariment. TV is a joy again.
Been phone scammed lately? It is probably your fault.
Phone scammed? They are so successful that 33% of us have lost money. Let CyberShack show you how to recognise and avoid the rip off.
E-scooters – great but huge fines can apply for road use (State Guide)
E-scooters may be great personal transport but as our guide shows there are substantial fines for road and footpath use in many states.
Best Android phones under $500 – some are real gems! (May 2022)
While there are still a few 2022 models to be released, there are some gems in our Best Android Phones under $500. We will update…
