5 Smart Tips To Protect The Data On Your Mobile Device

2 May
Protecting mobile phone

If you’re planning on heading out of town – or simply to the coffee shop to work – here are a few tips to keep in mind. 1. Protect your devices from thieves. All mobile devices should be passcode-protected and loaded with apps that will help you track and find them in case they get lost or stolen. For iPads and iPhones, there's the free “Find My iPhone.” Android users can try “Lookout Mobile Security.” These apps allow you to remotely wipe the device if it falls into the wrong hands; you definitely don’t want to expose yourself to identity theft or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Handheld Devices / Smartphones, Security, TAG Blog

Bring Your Own Device To Work: Excellent Money-Saving Idea Or Security Disaster Waiting To Happen?

24 Sep
Bring your own device to work

Maybe you’ve heard the term “BYOB” (bring your own bottle) when you were invited to a party with some friends. Now a similar trend is happening in business called “BYOD” (bring your own device) where employees are bringing their smartphones, tablets and other devices to work. Considering the cost of new hardware, this trend seems pretty attractive for small business owners. Employees show up already equipped with the devices they need to work; you just give them a username and password and you’re off to the races without as many out-of-pocket expenses as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Acceptable Usage Policies, Handheld Devices / Smartphones, iPad, Security, TAG Blog

Can’t Stand The Thought of Losing Your Phone’s Data? (Then Here’s How You Back It Up)

27 Jul

      Seems like just yesterday phones were simple devices for making and receiving phone calls. These days, smartphones are as functional as full-fledged desktop PCs and hold valuable applications, e-mail messages, photos, videos, documents and, of course, phone numbers and contact information. If losing the data on your phone would be a true disaster, then you’ll want to back up your phone as regularly and carefully as you do your other devices.       Major smartphone platforms can back up their data to a computer or to a cloud backup via the Internet. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Backup and Disaster Recovery, Handheld Devices / Smartphones, TAG Blog, Uncategorized

How To Keep Your Cell Phone Costs To A Minimum While Travelling

8 Jun
Cell phone

If you’re like me when travelling (for work or pleasure) you need to stay tapped into your business and family from wherever you are.  And you don’t want to spend a fortune doing it.  If you’ve ever come home to a whopping cell phone bill, read these steps to learn how to minimize the pain.     Plan your communication strategy in the following areas:   TEXTING  Alert your circle:  Advise any heavy text communicators that you are travelling, and not to text you via normal methods.  Instead, use an application that leverages a data plan or wi-fi such … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Handheld Devices / Smartphones, Money Saving Tips, TAG Blog

When An Employee Loses A Laptop Or Phone, It Could Cost Your Business A Lot More Than Replacement

28 Mar
Your IT Support Provider Should Make Sure All Your Mobile Devices Are Secured In Case of Theft Or Loss

Here’s a little quandary for you to consider: If you have employees using company-owned laptops, phone or other devices, who’s responsible for replacing them if they get lost, stolen or damaged? This is a sticky question and one that needs to be addressed BEFORE the employee walks into your office to sheepishly admit he’s left his laptop at Starbucks  or a cab last night. To answer this question, you should speak with your insurance company and lawyer. Next, decide what your policy is going to be on this topic and communicate that in writing to your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Handheld Devices / Smartphones, Laptops, Security, TAG Blog

How To Turn Your SmartPhone Into Your Own Wi-Fi Hotspot When There’s No Wi-Fi Available

17 Feb
Your IT support provider should share neat tricks like this with you!

My wife and I were at a cottage this autumn that not only didn’t have internet (gasp!) it didn’t even have a phone line (double gasp!!).  Since we needed to access the internet and didn’t much feel like trying to find the nearest library or chain coffee shop, creativity was key.   Fortunately, there was cellular coverage.  Thanks to my iPhone , I enabled the “Personal Hotspot” feature which turned my phone into a wireless internet access point,.  When I configured my wireless on my laptop, this feature allowed me to connect to the internet and be off … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Handheld Devices / Smartphones, Internet, TAG Blog

How To Stop Employees From Indulging in Excessive Cell Phone Use At Work

7 Mar

      Thanks to smart phone technology, it seems like everyone is “plugged in” to 24/7 web access, texting, and e-mail; not to mention phone conversations. In some cases, people have become so addicted to their phones that they’re texting constantly, even while driving, having dinner with their families or using the bathroom!      Clearly these devices can become a major distraction at work, causing major problems with productivity, especially if you want your staff to be focused on getting critical projects completed accurately and on time. But … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Acceptable Usage Policies, Employee Productivity, Handheld Devices / Smartphones

Warning: iPod Earbuds Are Known To Cause Permanent Hearing Loss

8 Sep

Listening to music on the radio is about as antiquated today as using a payphone. Modern music lovers now carry thousands of songs around with them in their iPod and listen while driving, working, exercising, completing chores, etc. Problem is, the earbuds that come with the iPods (and similar products) let in a lot of ambient noise. That means users crank up the volume to drown out whatever is going on in the background. The volume on an iPod can be raised to 115 decibels (db) which is the equivalent of standing next to a moving subway train and only 5 db short of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets, Handheld Devices / Smartphones
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