Samsung Galaxy S4 Smartphone

The Galaxy S4 from Samsung is full of great features to enhance your mobile life and stay connected, entertained and productive, no matter where you are.

Looking around the Galaxy S4, there’s the volume toggle, headphone jack, small mic, and then a small dot dot that is an infrared transmitter for your AV equipment. More on that later. The power button is on the side, then the Micro-usb and bottom mic.

The camera is a 13 megapixel shooter with an LED flash and a speaker down the bottom here. The back opens up with space for a microSD card slot up to 64GB and a micro Sim. The front has a 2 megapixel camera with full HD recording.

The camera has a whole bunch of settings to improve and enhance your shots. You can take a pic with some sound attached to it, have an animated photo, combine multiple images of a moving object into one image, have the best face images from multiple shots merged into the one photo, and add yourself into a shot using both cameras at once. Video calls become more interesting with the ability to show you and what you’re looking at – simultaneously.

The screen is a 5 inch , super AMOLED 1080p, so full high def display. It has a density of 441 pixel per inch. You simply can’t see individual pixels. The viewing angles are almost to the side angle of the screen so you could have two of you cosying up for an episode or YouTube clip.

Here are some unique features to the S4. First up is air gesture. If you’re on a browser and have multiple tabs open, it’s just a wave or your hand left or right to switch to the next tab. And if you’re reading and want to go down the page, it’s just a wave of your hand up or down to move the screen to the next section. This seems to be very responsive and works pretty well.

Then you have air view where you can use your own finger hovering above the screen to preview more text in an email, magnify text in a browser, or skip forward on a video – all without actually touching the screen. You can also set it to watch the movement of your head and scroll based on your head movement. Put air view and air gesture together and you have meaningful air-based functionality across quite a few apps, most of them productivity ones.

Then you have WatchOn, which uses the infrared sensor to turn your S4 into a remote control for your TV and some other devices like media players and PVRs, while also providing a channel guide based on the type of TV programs you like to watch.

There is also a driving mode which looks to be an extension of S voice with a trigger and set of commands for calling, texting, and navigating amongst others.

A couple of other notable apps that don’t appear anywhere else are S translator, which works with 10 languages on your email, sms and other selected apps. And there’s also S health, which works as a pedometer and calorie counter to help you get healthier.

All of this is powered by a quad Core Snapdragon chip buzzing away at 1.9 gigahertz. There’s 2 gig of RAM to help it keep up with all the multitasking going on with all the different apps and functions being called upon. It’s also 4G so you’ve got speed in downloads as well.

So that’s the Galaxy S4, and as you can see a great mobile device to stay connected, be entertained and enhance your productivity.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store, or purchase online right now!

Netgear R6300 Wi-Fi Router

If you own a tablet, smartphone or notebook, then you probably rely on a wireless network to use your mobile device online while at home. And if you have a family or live with friends then chances are that there will be lots of devices wanting to connect to your network.

The new R6300 Wi-Fi Router is aimed at making it easy for you, your family and your guests to connect their devices to your network to consume content, wirelessly print and at all times be secure.

This router is one of the very first routers to feature the brand new ‘AC’ standard, offering gigabit wireless transfer speeds. Devices that support the AC standard will begin to appear later this year, so it’s a great future proofing investment if you’re looking to upgrade your current router. The AC standard builds on the 5GHz band of the N wireless standard, and being a dual band router, the R6300 will be backward compatible with all your current wireless devices.

It used to be a real hassle to set up a router and make it secure from the moment you connect it. However this router comes preconfigured with an easily identifiable router name and password so you can connect your modem and have a secure wireless connection straight out of the box.

The WPS, or ‘push n connect’ feature lets you connect to any WPS capable device, for a quick and easy set up. At the same time if you have guests using your network, you can restrict them to just internet and prohibit access to your network drives and files.

Then there’s the Genie app, that gives you control over the router via your tablet, smartphone or notebook – no disc required. The Genie app helps you monitor usage, repair connection issues and control the router for password administration, router naming and other maintenance tasks.

The R6300 has two USB ports, which are powerful wireless tools in themselves. Plug in a hard drive storage device and that drive will be accessible through any other device connected to the network. If that content is music, video or photos, then you’ll be able to stream it to any DLNA device on your network. Plug a printer into the other USB port and that printer will be converted into a wireless printer for use with any computer on the network. The printer then also becomes an Airprint printer for use with iPhones and iPads.

Combining the Genie app with the DLNA functionality makes content sharing very easy. While on your smartphone use the Genie app to find content on your DLNA network, and then send that content from the hard drive to your DLNA Smart TV. All from the comfort of your couch.

The R6300 from Netgear does more than just connect you wirelessly to the internet – it takes wireless networking to a faster, smarter and more secure level, all the while preparing you for the next generation of wireless connectivity.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store or purchase online right now.

Asus Tai Chi Ultrabook

Today we have the Asus TaiChi, a two screen hybrid notebook and tablet in one! Let’s take a look around the device.

With the lid closed, the Taichi looks like a reasonably slim notebook, and it weighs around the weight of an average Ultrabook.. Opening the lid reveals a keyboard that’s backlit when active and large, wide touchpad. It’s powered by a third gen Intel i5 or i7 processor, and uses a 128 gigabyte SSD drive. The processor is actually the same as those used in Ultrabooks.

Looking around the sides, we have a headphone and mic socket, USB 3 port and volume toggle. There’s also a switch here that prevents the lid screen from being accidentally turned on. A speaker grill sits just below the edge. On the other side there’s the power socket, another USB 3 port, micro HDMI and power toggle.

The notebook screen is an 11.6 inch 1920 x 1080 display, and text and images look very crisp and clear. There’s a 5 megapixel camera on the lid, and a high def camera capable of 720p video on the notebook side.

In notebook mode, the touchpad can be used to navigate different Window 8 functions, like charms, recents apps and managing open apps.

Now let’s look at the most intriguing aspect of this notebook – the touchscreen display on the lid. This can be used in three different ways, all through the blue light on the top row here, which controls the way the two displays work. Mode 1 is standard notebook mode, which basically is for using the TaiChi as a notebook, with the lid display not on at all.

Mode 2 is tablet mode, which you’d use with the lid closed, and activates just the top display. The lid screen is also a 1920 by 1080 IPS display, so rich colours and details are very apparent. Using both hands, you’d use your thumbs to swipe apps on the left, and open the charm bar on the right.

As it’s a fairly large tablet, there is a split keyboard for easy text input. The display can be rotated around and even in portrait mode for reading. The capacitive screen is smooth and responsive, and bright as well.

The next mode on the blue button is mirror mode. This displays whatever you’re working on, on the outward screen. This way, the display simply duplicates what’s on the monitor, be it a spreadsheet, or a powerpoint.

The third mode is the dual screen mode. This is an interesting mode where the lid screen becomes a kind of extended monitor, similar to how you would use extended monitor on a notebook, with the second monitor being used as an extension of the desktop space.

So, some applications here could be someone watching YouTube or a movie on one side, while another person works on a word document or spreadsheet on the other. In fact, we found that if the notebook display stayed within the desktop app, the person on the lid display side could do pretty much anything within the Windows 8 environment, use other apps, browse the internet.

So as you can see, the TaiChi from Asus isn’t just a tablet or notebooks, but offers enhancements in both productivity and entertainment. Using the desktop mode for the notebook side for work, closing the lid and using the touch screen for casual app use, and then using both screens to either share content or use simultaneously for different purposes show you how flexible the Taichi can be in your connected life.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store, or purchase online right now!

Bissell Lift Off Deep Cleaner

This is Bissell’s brand new Lift-Off Deep Cleaner. Not only is it BISSELL’s premium and most effective and innovative Deep Cleaner it is 2 machines in 1. It will give your carpets and rugs a deep down clean Plus it has a removable spot and upholstery cleaner. The Upright deep cleaner uses the power of heat, brushes and cleaning formula to get deep down dirt that vacuums cannot remove for a maximum clean. The portable spot cleaner can be easily removed from the deep cleaner and can be carried away for cleaning tough spots, stains and hard to reach areas

So what is Deep Cleaning? Deep cleaning is a carpet-washing process that loosens and removes most harmful dirt and ground-in grit, which may be deep down in your rugs and carpets. Not only does it protect the investment you have in your home, but parents of young children, pet owners and allergy & asthma sufferers may find deep cleaning especially beneficial.

Deep cleaning machines are home cleaning systems that use a combination of hot tap water, BISSELL advanced deep cleaning formula, and suction to safely clean carpet and upholstery. Regular deep cleaning is recommended for any household where allergy or asthma sufferers reside.

The new Bissell lift off deep cleaner does more than just leave your carpets clean and fresh. It works fantastic at cleaning spills and stains. Have furniture with stains or looking a bit dirty. This unit is also designed for making that furniture look fantastic once again. But it is not just good for your home. The lift off is great for cars, boats and caravans.

BISSELL is proud to be a partner of the National Asthma Council Australia. All of BISSELL products are approved by the National Asthma Council Australia’s Sensitive Choice Program. Sensitive Choice Program provides consumers with a way of identifying products and services that may benefit people with asthma and/or allergies and improve their health and wellbeing.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store or purchase online right now.

Features:

  • Full size deep cleaner to clean entire rooms
  • Removable portable spot cleaner to clean hard to reach areas, spots & stains
  • Built-in Heater heats water & cleaning formula to MAXIMIZE cleaning effectiveness
  • Dual DirtLifterTM PowerBrushes, with a total of 12 rows of brushes, working to remove and loosen deep down dirt that vacuuming leaves behind
  • Cleans carpets, rugs, mattresses, upholstery, stairs and even your car interiors
  • Stores ready-to-use
  • Removable nozzle for easy clean up
  • Ready-to-use cleaning tools for cleaning spots, stains, stairs and upholstery (tools vary by model)
  • Wide cleaning path for deep cleaning small rugs or large rooms
  • Surround Suction’ for powerful edge-to-edge suction
  • Microban’ Antibacterial Product Protection-helps prevent the growth of harmful common household bacteria in the machine (select models only)
  • Long quick release cord
  • Limited 2-Year Warranty

The ‘Power’ of BISSELL full size deep cleaning formulas:

  • Wash and protect your carpets, rugs and upholstery with formulas that contain Scotchgard’ protector to keep carpets looking good and staying cleaner longer. Safe for all full-sized deep cleaners.
  • 1 x 709 milliliter bottle will clean an area of approximately 42 – 70 square metres or 2-3 average size rooms.
  • With BISSELL formulas, you are applying Scotchgard’ protector with every clean

Enzyme-action formulas used in BISSELL Pet Formulas:

  • Enyme action formulas remove organic stains, like urine, by digesting stain molecules including proteins, starches and oils.

     

  • Enzymes require moisture to remain active, which is why it is essential to keep the treated area covered with a damp cloth until the enzymes have the time to digest the stain molecules.

     

    Give your carpets, furniture, vehicles and Home a truly clean feel with a BISSELL Deep Cleaner.

    DEMONSTRATIONS FOR SHOOT

    • Vacuum a carpeted area very well on film. Most of us would consider this clean. Now go over the area with the Deep Cleaner and then show the dirty (black) water that comes out. This dirty water shows what vacuuming leaves behind. We wash our hair,, our clothes, our dishes, our kitchens, our toilets and our cars with water. Why do we not wash our carpets, rugs and furniture as well?
    • Stain an area of carpet with Vegemite, coloured milk or soft drink. Then use the Lift-Off part of the machine to clean. Discuss the importance of getting to stains and spills when they happen. Using a towel or sponge removes some the stain but pushes some of it into you carpet underlay. These will reemerge with time. BISSELL is there when you need it to remove stains and spills with powerful suction. It is insurance for your carpets and furniture.
    • Stain an area of carpet with Vegemite, coloured milk or soft drink. Then use the Lift-Off part of the machine to clean. Never worry about guests, pets or children staining your furniture again.
    • Show it being used on upholstered car seats. Not only great for the home but also for car seats and child car seats.
    • The funny thing about life: The better you live it, the messier it gets. The very things that enrich our lives also splatter, stain and muddy our lives. BISSELL exists so people can take on life without worry. Knowing you have a BISSELL ready and waiting in your closet gives you the confidence and freedom to life with openness, joy and passion. Say ‘Welcome to my Home’ instead of ‘please remove your shoes’. Say yes to ice cream in the family room. And when things get a little messy, or a lot messy. BISSELL can get your home back to the deep clean that feels so good. Before it starts all over again. A fuller life, a deeper clean. BISSELL.

Kobo Touch eReader

The is a great option for people that are interested in a device that’s easy on the eyes and has an easy way to purchase books. You can even take the whole library with you in one small and easy to use package.

When we take a look inside box we find the Kobo Touch on top, then a welcome guide and other documents underneath, the USB cable can be found underneath the cardboard tab. You’ll also notice that the Kobo Touch has a nice contoured backing for better handling and a better overall reading experience.

Reading on the Kobo Touch is just like reading a book, the text is all presented on the latest Pearl e-ink technology on a 6 inch screen. This means you can read for hours on end, and because power is consumed only on page turns, not when the text is displayed on the page, you can read your books for over a month before recharging…that’s correct for over a month.

Weighing in at only 185 grams you can hold it in your hand for extended reading periods.

When I mentioned a library on the Kobo, I meant just that – you can store up to 1,000 books on the Kobo as is, and even more via the Micro SD card slot, which can take up to a 32GB capacity card.

The Kobo touch is quite intuitive to use with its touch sensitive screen which opens up even more functionality. You can tap or swipe the screen to turn the page and you can highlight words to see their definition using the built-in Merriam-Webster dictionary. The virtual keyboard makes it easy to search the Kobo store for books you’re interested in. Speaking of the store, Kobo offers over two and a half million books, and a million free titles to get you started on your reading journey.

No matter what kind of reading style you like, you can customise the Kobo for your needs, with 7 different font styles, and 17 font sizes

The Kobo Touch is also Wifi capable, allowing you to browse the bookstore right from within the device, without having to be connected to a PC. This makes it easy to find the title you want and download it straight to the Kobo.

If you already own ebooks from other sources, you can easily transfer these to your Kobo via dragging and dropping from a PC or via a Micro SD Card.

Reading Life is a great way to track your own reading habits, with stats that tell you how long you take to read each book, how many pages you’ve turned, and how many books you’ve finished reading in your library.

With most everyone socially connected nowadays, Kobo have an integrated Facebook and Twitter function that allows you to share your reading interests with your friends, family and followers.

Kobo’s main focus is on the reading experience. However with touch control, a customised display, ease of buying and transferring titles, and the ability to share your reading experience with your social networks just enhanced the total Kobo package.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store or purchase online right now.

Garmin Nuvi 3450LMT GPS

The Garmin nuvi 3450LMT offers an impressive and detailed mapping service. And at just 9 mm, it’s one of the thinnest GPS units in the market.

Garmin Guidance 3.0 is Garmin’s premium graphics interface, and allows you to quickly look up addresses and services and be guided to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names. It comes preloaded with maps that feature 3-D landmarks and terrain. It also comes preloaded with over 612,000 points of interest (POIs) in Australia, and you can also add your own.

The Nuvi 3450LMT includes myTrends. Save your regular destinations in your ‘Favourites,’ and your nuvi 3450LMT will, over time, begin to figure out where you’re going without you even telling it! So whether you’re driving to and from work or a regularly scheduled weekly event, your nuvi 3450LMT will help you get there on time.

TrafficTrends is another inclusion, with your nuvi 3450 automatically learns daytime trends for traffic flow to improve your routes and better predict your estimated time of arrival, based on time of day and day of the week. And you can download free trafficTrends’ updates every time you connect your device to myGarmin software on your PC.

With FREE lifetime traffic updates, nuvi 3450 can help you avoid delays, so you can easily reroute around congestion and arrive on time.

The Nuvi 3450 also comes with FREE lifetime map updates, so you’ll always have the most up-to-date maps, POIs and navigation information available at your fingertips. Map updates are available for download up to 4 times a year with no subscription or update fees.

Now there’s no more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an upcoming turn. Available in select metropolitan areas, photoReal junction view makes unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate. When you approach an exit or interchange, nuvi 3450LMT will enter split screen mode and show you a realistic depiction of intersections on your route, complete with road signs and arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation. Bird’s Eye junction view also is included for a top-down look at upcoming interchanges

It also comes with a powered mount that charges while you drive, as well as dual-orientation functionality that lets you hold your nuvi vertically or horizontally for added convenience depending if you’re driving or walking.

nuvi 3450LMT’s ‘Where Am I?’ emergency locator provides your exact latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and more. And Enhanced Exit Services tells you what services you’re approaching on the highway.

The Garmin 3450 doesn’t just help you get from A to B, it also provides an enhanced experience to deliver you safely and quickly to your destination, with maps and traffic info always up to date. So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store or purchase online right now.

Panasonic Steam Double Heater Oven

The Panasonic Steam Double Heater Oven is an amazing piece of cooking technology that we’re going to show you today. Whether you live by yourself, share a small apartment or just want a convenient way to cook and reheat food, then this model is worth looking at.

First up, the it uses flat bed technology, which means no rotating dish is required, so you can utilise the entire space for your cooking – no compromises. And because it’s Panasonic, the inverter technology in the microwave means a much more consistent heating level for the entire cooking cycle.

But this is no ordinary flatbed microwave – it has steam, grilling and oven functions that increase the possibilities for entertaining and restaurant style cooking.

This microwave has two high powered heater areas on the top and bottom to provide oven-like cooking results great for roasts and quiches. You can use the steam function in tandem with the oven for dessert dishes like cakes, cookies, and cream puffs, keeping these dishes moist and cooked to perfection.

Have you tried defrosting food but have found that you have ended up overcooking the the food food is now dry and inedible? By using steam along with the defrost microwaving option, your frozen dishes will be defrosted and still full of moisture.

The grill function is great for crispy dishes like vegetables and fish. Again, you don’t have to turn on your large oven for smaller sized portions, just use your Panasonic microwave.

The grill function actually has a couple of extra features that make it a true cooking companion for single dwellings and smaller apartments.

By combining the grilling function and microwave, you can speed up cooking time by up to 40% on dishes like grilled chicken, with the meat being cooked at an optimum while the skin is browned to a golden colour – impressing your guests and delivering true home-cooked meals.

The double grill function, is a great innovation too. Here, the top grill and microwave are used along with the double grill tray that’s provided. Place your chops or mince patties on the double grill tray, and the top grill will brown the top surface of your food, and the microwave heats the double grill ribs, which delivers that seared bottom surface. The end result? Fast cooking results and no need to turn your food over for grilling via the top elements.

Because the ribbing is raised on the tray, any excess fat and oil will run off, making your dish tastier and healthier.

Speaking of trays, this Panasonic microwave comes with 4 different trays to suit different dishes – the double grill we’ve just mentioned, a metal tray for oven use, a wire rack, and glass tray. And remember, because it’s flat bed, all of these take up the entire space of the microwave to optimise your cooking.

So come on in to your nearest Bing lee store or purchase online right now!

Asus F202 Windows 8 Touchscreen Notebook

The new F202 Windows 8 notebook from Asus is a great example of a full Windows 8 experience at an affordable price. Let’s take a closer look.

The F202 is only 2.1 centimetres in height, and weighs 1.3 kilos, making it a device that you can definitely take with you anywhere in a small bag or satchel. The design is inspired by the aluminium casing of the Zenbook series for a premium look and feel. The sides are lined with a shiny metallic finish to highlight the various ports available, and the front is slightly extended for easier lid opening.

On the right hand side we have an SD card slot, microphone and mic input, USB 2 port and VGA port. On the opposite side we have the power supply socket, full sized ethernet port, HDMI output, USB 3 port, USB 2 port and a Kensington lock.

Opening the lid and we see the island keyboard set deep in the base surrounded by more smart looking metallic surfaces. Below the keyboard is a single panel touchpad, which can be used to control the Windows 8 environment. For example, swipe in from right for charms, in from the left for apps and from the top for additional features..

The multi-touch screen panel is a thirteen sixty six by seven sixty eight pixel resolution, providing a crisp eleven point six inch display. Above the screen is a webcam for use in video chat applications.

The F202 is powered by a 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron chip with enough grunt to get through all your basic daily activities like email, web browsing and using Windows 8 apps. The integrated Intel HD 3000 graphics provides additional power to make your movie and video viewing a pleasure as well.

The F202 comes with 320GB of storage on board, so you’ll have plenty of space to fit your documents, photos, music and movies so you can be entertained on the go. And when you want to share the items on your F202, you’ll be able to simply connect to a flat panel TV with a HDMI cable using the HMDI output. Transferring files to and from is ultra fast as well, with the USB 3 super speed port providing up to ten times the speed of a USB 2 connection.

Whether you’re at home or out and about, the wireless connection on the F202 lets you stay up to date and in contact using the wireless b, g, and n standards.

Having a touch screen on such an affordable notebook is a great feature, as you’re able to use Windows 8 to its fullest, with pinching, zooming, swiping to change apps, and selecting hyperlinks.

Asus have also included their own set of apps to kick you off as well, including a world clock, scientific calculator, measurement converter, webcam software, and customised power settings, all designed to help you get more out of your F202 notebook.

If you’re unsure how to use Windows 8, there’s no need to fret. Asus have even included an on board Tutor to help you get started on the basics, and soon you’ll be using Windows 8 like a Pro.

Whether you’re a student or need an affordable notebook for work and play on the go, the F202 from Asus with touch screen and Windows 8 is definitely one to consider.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store or purchase online right now.

Samsung Galaxy Tab2 10.1 Tablet

Superseded by the new Samsung Galaxy 3 range

The new Galaxy Tab2 10.1 is now in stores, and we’ve got one here to see what’s in the box and to take a closer look at Samsung’s latest Android tablet offering.

When we lift the lid off the box, we see the Tab2 10.1 with its plastic protective sticker. Lifting up the cardboard Tab, we can see the power supply, australian adapter, and USB cable. Over here we have the quick start guide and underneath is a set of personal headphones with different sized ear buds to help fit most ears.

This Tab2 10.1 weighs in at 581 grams, is easy enough to hold in one hand, and is 9.7 millimeters thin. The natural way to hold this tablet is in the landscape mode.

It keeps its ports to a minimum, with the proprietary connection underneath used for both USB and PC connection, and for recharging via the power supply. There’s no buttons on either side, and the top area contains the power button, volume toggler, microSD card slot and headphone jack.

The back of the unit contains a 3 megapixel camera, and the front has a VGA camera for video chat services. At the front we also find the speakers for a front firing audio experience. As we know most tablets have the speakers at the bottom or at the back, so it’s good to see these have been placed where it makes most sense.

The screen is a 10.1 inch 1280 by 800 TFT LCD, and is powered by a 1GHz dual core processor. It uses N wireless for fast internet access and Bluetooth for connection to keyboards and other wireless devices.

Samsung have made a few tweaks to the Android 4 operating system to make it easy to find and consume content, as well as commonly used apps.

The S suggest app looks at popular apps on the Google Play network and suggests hot apps for you to try based on your app usage. You can even log in via facebook to see if your friends are suggesting or liking any apps. It’s another way to discover content and apps that you may not have otherwise. The S suggest also filters the apps to ensure they are compatible with your device.

All share play is another app that lets you take advantage of any DLNA-compatible device in your home. For example, you can push Tab2 movies to your big screen TV, or watch content that is on your PC.

Samsung hubs help you manage your content into easy to remember areas. Games Hub for gaming, Readers Hub for eBooks, and Music Hub for music.

Samsung’s Live Panel reveals commonly used tools for instant access no matter what you’re doing, like calculator, alarm, music player and task manager, making it even easier to multitask.

Being a Google Android device, you can customise your home page with widgets to deliver live feeds of your choice, such as weather, news, email and finance updates right there on the screen.

Audio and video format support is also quite extensive, with audio in MP3, FLAC, WAV and WMA, and video in MP4, WMV, MKV and AVI among the formats that can be played back without a third party app.

Samsung also include a heap of localised content as well, such as Channel 10, Reading Eggs, Quickflix, Good Food Guide and Magshop which has access to a huge range of Australian digital magazines. Of course, there is access to the Google Play marketplace as well for your own choice of apps.

The new Samsung Galaxy Tab2 10.1 makes it easy and fun to consume your favourite content, and with heaps of Australian produced content and smarts to use with your existing devices at home, it’s a great option for your mobile lifestyle.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store or purchase online right now.

Trend Micro Maximum Protection

Online security has never been more important, given the amount of time we spend on not just our computers, but also our smartphones and tablets. After all, the three things we’re doing online the most these days are browsing the internet, reading and writing emails, and connecting with our friends and family through social networks. With Trend Micro’s Maximum security, you’ll be protecting yourself on multiple platforms and devices.

Maximum Security provides a license for up to 5 devices, across Windows, including Windows 8 PCs and tablets, Macs and Android tablets and smartphones. You can assign the licenses according to the devices you have in any combination.

So let’s check out some of the powerful features that Maximum Security provides.

AntiVirus is still the most important aspect of any security package, and Trend Micro’s Titanium console gives you the control and reports in an easy to read format. You can run instant anti-virus scans, see how secure your PC is right now, and see reports on what viruses have been stopped in their track and whether they were web-based or localised viruses and spyware.

Now, the social network protection is invaluable now that we spend so much time on Facebook and Twitter. How do you know what links are safe to click on, especially if it looks like an interesting link and your friend has shared it with you?

Titanium scans your facebook wall or twitter feed, and provides a guide for what links are safe to visit. Green means safe, those that might be unsafe are highlighted in red. You can also then warn your friend that their link is potentially malicious to give them the chance to take it off their wall, and therefore off all their friends feeds.

If you have an expanded online social life, you’ll be glad to know that this feature also extends across Google plus. linkedin, pinterest and myspace amongst others.

Navigating privacy controls in Facebook can be a little daunting as well. Titanium Maximum protection helps you set your privacy controls to the level you want, and even makes suggestions on what to change to optimise your privacy level. We’ve all accepted friend’s requests to play games and join other apps on Facebook, and Trend Micro helps you control what apps have access to your private information.

Maximum Security is also working hard in the background to ensure your online and email activity is protected as well, by blocking unsafe web pages, blocking links and attachments in emails, and letting you know what web pages might be unsafe.

Trend Micro also offers a raft of other features, like parental control, remote data locking, 10 gigabytes of secure online storage, and secure erase that doesn’t just deletes a file but wipes it completely from the directory of a PC.

As you can see, with Trend Micro’s Maximum Security, you can be safe in the knowledge that your browsing, emails and social networking will be protected and secure.

So come on in to your nearest Bing Lee store, or purchase online right now.