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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 5h

Tired of your watch interrupting your "flow"? The latest WatchOS update brings more granular focus modes and silent haptics.

#WatchOS #Productivity #RemoteWork

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 6h

Remember the chaos last year when a faulty update left millions of Windows PCs stuck on a boot screen?

Finance systems went down, airport check‑ins froze, even gaming servers were hit 🫨

Microsoft clearly remembers too.

It’s just announced a new Windows 11 feature designed to stop that kin

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 23h

The GPT-5 rollout has been messy! Broken workflows and lost AI companions are breaking trust for early adopters. Keep tabs on the next AI upgrade.

#GPT5 #AI #TechReliability

The GPT-5 rollout has been a big mess

OpenAI faces backlash as users complain about broken workflows and losing AI friends.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 1d

Have you noticed that Windows 11 has been quietly getting better and better this year?

If you’ve not kept an eye on the updates, you might have missed some very cool changes 🚀💻

Here are a few highlights that caught my attention:

✨ A brand‑new Start menu: Finally. A single scrollable view, t

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 1d

AI adoption, trade tariffs, and rising costs top enterprise risk lists. Gartner calls them the biggest challenges of Q2 2025.

#RiskManagement #EmergingRisk #ITStrategy

What's keeping risk leaders up at night? AI, tariffs, and cost cuts - Help Net Security

Escalating trade tensions, AI risks, and cost pressures dominate the emerging enterprise risk 2025 landscape, highlighting CISO challenges.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 2d

You’ve upgraded to Windows 11. Great move. Very smart.

But now you might be thinking… what’s changed?

How do I help my team get to grips with it without loads of hassle?

The good news: Windows 11 is faster, smarter, and designed to make life easier (and more secure).

Our latest guide sh

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 3d

EaseUS Todo Backup 2025 shines with AI features, straightforward UI, and strong recovery—no pricey sub required. A smart pick for IT.

#BackupSoftware #EaseUS #ITTools

Take it from an expert: This is the best Windows backup software

The best free and paid backup software for your Windows system, disks, and data.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 4d

Wired reports that smart speakers now offer personalized sound profiles based on listening habits. Clever for home office users to adjust audio without asking.

#SmartHome #AudioTech #ITAdvice

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 5d

Meta's new suite of safety tools helps parents manage screen time and content for teens. This is great for families and small businesses juggling device policies.

#MetaSafety #DigitalWellness #ITSupport

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 5d

We all love a good browser extension or add-on, don’t we?

Maybe something to help you focus. One for checking grammar. A weather widget. They make Chrome or Edge feel more personal and powerful.

But here’s the worrying part: Some of those helpful little tools might be spying on you 😬

Secur

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 6d

Zero-days jumped 46%, ransomware hits ~20x daily, and IP cameras are common entry points. Now is the time to secure every device on the network.

#IoTSecurity #Ransomware #ITSafety

Ransomware is up, zero-days are booming, and your IP camera might be next - Help Net Security

Ransomware, zero-days, and OT attacks dominate the 2025 cybersecurity threat trends, exposing risks across IT, IoT, and healthcare networks.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 6d

AI feels like it’s everywhere right now, doesn’t it?

From smart tools in our inboxes to new features in apps we use every day.

But here’s something you might not expect: Most smaller businesses aren’t ready to make the most of it 😱

New research from the Institute of Coding found that only

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 7d

90% of leaders feel stretched thin, as AI expands attack surfaces. Nearly half report burnout. Teams need smarter tools + support.

#CyberBurnout #AI #ITOps

Why 90% of cyber leaders are feeling the heat - Help Net Security

67% of respondents say their cyber risk practices are moderately mature; 83% report having a formal program, according to BitSight.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 7d

If you’ve used Windows for any length of time, you’ve probably had that sinking feeling when your screen suddenly turns bright blue and your computer restarts 🙄

Well… get ready, because Windows 11 is switching things up 💻

Microsoft is rolling out a redesigned Black Screen of Death (still lovin

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 8d

AI phishing, triple-extortion ransomware, and supply-chain hacks dominate 2025. Time to double down on training, backups, and vendor security.

#CyberRisk #AIThreats #ITSupport

Top 5 threats keeping CISOs up at night in 2025 - Help Net Security

Here are the top five threats keeping CISOs up at night in 2025 and what CISOs can do about them.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 8d

When you hear “dark web,” you probably picture some mysterious corner of the internet that only hackers know about. A hidden world you’ll never come across.

But the dangers of the dark web aren’t as hidden as you might think 🫣

Imagine a marketplace where stolen passwords, customer data, or even se

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 9d

Wired explores what's behind the current "chip shortage 2.0" and what it means for everyday device availability from PCs to printers. Smart insight for planners.

#ChipShortage #HardwarePlanning #Wired

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 9d

Phishing emails are getting SMARTER. They’re when cybercriminals pretend to be someone you trust, to get you to click a suspicious link.

Think you or your team could spot one in seconds?

Sometimes the clues are obvious. If you know where to look…

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 11d

Engadget covers TikTok's latest safety tools for parents—including screen time monitoring. Valuable info for families or small orgs.

#TikTok #DigitalSafety #ITAdvice

Find the latest technology news and expert tech product reviews. Learn about the latest gadgets and consumer tech products for entertainment, gaming, lifestyle and more.

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 11d

Tired of dealing with passwords?

We all are.

But big changes are coming to Windows 11 to make logging in safer and easier.

Which is why now’s the time to get ready for a password-free future…

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 12d

This post details 7 essential cloud backup tips, from scheduling to encryption, that any small business should implement now.

#CloudBackup #ITSupport #BestPractices

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 12d

Still relying on just passwords to protect your business?

That’s not enough anymore.

There’s something you can add, which will stop most cyberattacks in their tracks.

Here’s what it is, and why it’s important…

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 12d

Here are the top 5 budget-friendly laptops under $500. According to CNET these deliver solid everyday performance and are easy to set up and maintain.

#BudgetLaptops #TechTips #ITSavings

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Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 13d

Did you know you can control your entire Windows 11 PC just by talking to it? 🎤💻

It’s called Voice Access. And it’s one of the most impressive (and underrated) features Microsoft has added recently.

With it switched on, you can open apps, browse the web, write emails, and move around your compute

Tech Experts @mytechexperts.com · 14d

BBC highlights how small businesses are adopting AI chatbots to handle customer queries—saving time and scaling support practically.

#AI #Chatbots #SmallBusiness

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