Apple's iOS7 won't work with iPhone 3GS

It was only a matter of time before Apple decided the iPhone 3GS would not be included in the list of devices which will be able to run the latest version of iOS. The next version of iOS announced at the developer conference and expected to be released around the September/October timeframe won't run on the Apple iPhone 3GS.

Kelvin Eldridge
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Alert: Vodafone MMS notification ID746753

I received couple of fake emails with the subject being 'Vodafone MMS notification ID746753' or similar. Attached was a zip file 'image 2APPZD55EP.zip'. Contained in the zip file was the file 'image DRJT4D45AS.jpeg.exe'.

The attachment contains malware and you should delete these emails. You'll also notice the filename of the contained file is 'image DRJT4D45AS.jpeg.exe'. For those who do not display the filename extension they'll see 'image DRJT4D45AS.jpeg', and may think the file is an image file and attempt to open the file. Opening the file will most likely run a malicious program.

I suggest that people turn on the option to view filename extensions in Windows to help them identify malicious files.

You should delete these emails.

Kelvin Eldridge
Online Connections
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for computer support.
Servicing Templestowe, Doncaster, Eltham and the surrounding area.

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Alert: Woolworths Supermarket Survey Department

I received an email today with the subject ‘Woolworths Supermarket Survey Department’. The email has an attachment ‘Woolworths_Survey.zip’ which contains a html page which is a web page.

The body of the email contains:

‘You have been selected by Woolworths Online Department to take part in our quick and easy reward survey.

In return we will credit $50 to your account - Just for your time!’

This email is most likely a phishing scam designed to collect your details. You should delete these emails.

Woolworths Everyday users should start to become concerned with the constant emails sent out by Woolworths where you click on a button to accept their weekly offer. All it will take is for a scammer/malware writer to send you a fake email and you click on the button which takes you to a website and you could infect your computer. Once the large companies such as Woolworths send out regular emails where people don’t have to think too much they will become targets for malware writers. The same applies to Coles offers. Don’t just click on a button in an email without thinking. If you get tricked you could infect your computer and that will cost far more to repair than any special offer.

 

Kelvin Eldridge

Online Connections

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Call 0415 910 703 for computer advice and support.

 

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Acer Iconia W3 Australian release date not yet known.

The Acer Iconia W3 has been announced and according to news on the internet it is now available for pre-order in the States. One article indicated the UK market would be next but there is no mention of Australia.

The Acer Iconia W3 is an interesting device as it represents the first small form factor Windows 8 tablet. The problem with Android and iOS tablets is if you're a Windows user and have software which you use, those tablets simply won't work with the software. The time and effort involved in replacing the software can often far exceed the cost of the device. I have scripts I use with Internet Explorer, the preferred Australian English spelling for use with Office and Internet Explorer and these simply won't work on Android or iOS tablets. They will however work with a Windows tablet and to me that is what I'm interested in.

My only real concern is whilst Microsoft have worked hard to create Windows 8 so it works well on a tablet, it is hard to say how well it works until you have to live with it. To me their Mail app isn't good enough and I prefer the Desktop version of Internet Explorer to the app version, but that's when using a notebook.

This is the type of device I'm looking for. Small enough to be portable when out and about, a long battery life, and when coupled with some accessories may just cut it as a desktop/notebook replacement. It may not be the Acer model that suits me, but I get the feeling the hardware is getting close to what I'm looking for. I'm sure we can expect to see more of the 8" Windows 8 tablets announced this year.

Kelvin Eldridge
Online Connections
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for computer support.
Servicing Templestowe, Doncaster, Eltham and the surrounding area.

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HP Slate 7 now available in Australia.

I just received an email notification from HP letting me know the HP Slate 7 was now here and thought I’d let others know if they are interested. This isn’t a recommendation for the HP Slate, but simply a sharing of information. You should compare the HP Slate with other devices and more specifically against your needs. I have a very underutilised Acer tablet which is Android based and would have to say it wasn’t one of my better purchasing decisions. Since different people want different things from tablets some people will be very happy with an Android based device.

 

Kelvin Eldridge

Online Connections

www.OnlineConnections.com.au

Call 0415 910 703 for computer advice and support.

 

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Is Google's $100 credit for Google adwords when you spend $25 worth anything?

For Google this is a no lose situation whereas for you, you could lose $25 and the time you spend in using their adwords. The worst case scenario is you earn nothing and Google gets $25 from you. If Google makes this offer to millions of past adwords users this can easily generate Google tens of millions of dollars with no real gain to the user.

Given I've used adwords a number of times without any return I thought perhaps I'd give it one more chance. I know how to be quite specific with the terms I use and whilst it is a long shot, there is a slim chance I might now know enough for Google's $100 credit to pay off. I'm happy to pay for advertising if it works, but so far it hasn't and the one reason I created my own advertising service which does work for me and others.

So here goes. I'll take Google up on their offer and once the $125 is spent I'll then provide the result as a MyAnswers solution which others can learn from. I'll also provide details of how I advertised, that is my strategy and why I used that strategy.

Business isn't about long shots. Business is about making informed decisions and getting a return on investment. If you want to take a long shot go to the casino. My experience will hopefully turn a long shot into a sure bet, or at worst, will be an experience where people can learn from my experience and save their money.

If you are interested in the results of my testing I've written up my notes in MyAnswers solution 2361 which is available from the site www.MyAnswers.biz.

Kelvin Eldridge
Online Connections
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for computer support.
Servicing Templestowe, Doncaster, Eltham and the surrounding area.

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MyAnswers: How to stop Microsoft OneNote from starting and appearing in the System Tray.

The following MyAnswers solution 2360 is now available:

I don't use OneNote. How do I stop OneNote starting and appearing in the System Tray? I have Office 2007.

Click here to obtain the solution.

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Kelvin Eldridge
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