Best Android Phones July 2024 – some gems here
What are the best Android Phones July 2024? The answer is now more about what you want a phone to do (or don’t do) than what it costs. We cover all phones from <$200 to nearly $3000.
Let’s explore a few trends.
Smartphones now have AI cousins, and they cost more
There is now a digital divide between a traditional smartphone and an AI phone. Sure, at their roots, they will access the internet, make and receive calls and SMS, and run apps like calendar, email, contacts, music and video. You know – what smartphones have always done.
Fix Wi-Fi blackspots fast and often at no cost
You can usually fix Wi-Fi blackspots quickly and often at no cost. That is not to say you can’t improve your home Wi-Fi network speeds at extra cost.
The golden rule to fix Wi-Fi Blackspots – first, move your router
The secret to fixing Wi-Fi blackspots fast and at no cost is to find the best location for your Wi-Fi router. Ideally, that is within a circular radius (line-of-sight) of 10 metres for 5Ghz (fast up to 2400Mbps) and 20 metres for 2.4Ghz (10-100Mbps standard) Wi-Fi for all your Wi-Fi devices. It is not in the garage or at the front of the property where the tech terminated the NBN cable. It is somewhere near the dead centre of the home. Read more..
Sometimes replacing your NBN modem does the trick too: Crappy NBN FTTN Modem – here are a few better ones
| Guests and Topics on the Show |
| Dlink Router With VOIP (The bit that makes a phone service work) Many of you ask about NBN product options that can work across a range of different NBN technologies, allow you to connect a home phone line service, is ‘easy’ to set up and will provide fast wifi internet for years. Well, D-Link ANZ has just introduced the DSL-X3052E AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 VDSL2/ADSL2+ Modem Router with VoIP. This innovative device promises a significant leap in Wi-Fi capacity, speed, and range for homes across Australia and New Zealand. We invited Graeme Reardon, Managing Director from D-Link Australia and New Zealand who discussed this innovation because we think NBN should be easier for us all to get faster services. You can read more about this product on the DLink Australia website – Click Here |
| Norton Launches ULTRA VPN (Its vpn that is fast with extra tech benefits) Recent consumer data from Norton reveals that 1 in 3 Australians have never used a VPN on a personal device, and nearly a quarter have never even heard of it. This highlights a significant need to educate consumers on the benefits of this essential software. Joined us today to discuss the launch and its benefits was Dean Williams, Partner Specialist Systems Engineer from Norton who provided insights into how Norton Ultra VPN can enhance online safety and privacy for users. |
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