System Mechanic for PC Maintenance

Leading Software for PC Maintenance, Optimization and Preventative Maintenance

New Features Of System Mechanic 10:

• Whole Home Licensing: Gone is the 3 PC limit, now each license is valid on all PCs in your home. As Canadian households increasingly own more than 3 PCs, iolo is the first software company to offer a Whole Home License model.

• Program Accelerator: Interdependent files that make up a program, initially aligned perfectly on a new PC, tend to drift apart with use and become scattered across the hard drive, impacting the speed at which programs launch and run. Program Accelerator™ uses patent-pending calibration technology to realign programs for the fastest possible access, quicker launching and more responsive performance. This is the first and only tool of its kind.

• CRUDD Remover: An intelligent redundant software detection tool that detects and displays the redundant programs installed on a PC, rating their impact on performance and stability, and letting the user decide which ones to keep or remove.

System Mechanic has been used by more than 23 million users to fix, speed up, and maintain over 70 million computers worldwide. The software integrates more than 40 advanced PC performance tools and is designed for novice and expert users alike. With its industry-first Tune-up Definitions, which deliver weekly updates instructing the software how to resolve the latest causes of PC slowdowns, System Mechanic remains always up-to-date with a cutting-edge approach to keeping computers running like new. In addition to its popularity in Canada, the program regularly receives prestigious awards from analysts around the world, including Government Computer News’ (US) “Product of the Year” award in December 2009, PC Advisor’s (UK) “Product of the Year” and Chip magazine’s (India) “Test Center Recommended” awards in January 2010. Download a trial version here

Both the English and French-English bilingual versions of System Mechanic can be purchased for Can $49.95 in 885 retail locations across Canada, including Staples Canada, Best Buy, Future Shop, London Drugs, Office Depot and Walmart, as well as online. The products, compatible with Windows 7, Vista and XP, can be used on up to three PCs, including netbooks, laptops and desktops.

ABOUT SYSTEM MECHANIC
System Mechanic is an award-winning PC tune-up suite designed to fix, speed up and maintain PCs so they run like new forever. Currently the #1 best selling PC tune-up product in the US, Canada, UK, France, and the Benelux region according to NPD and similar sources, System Mechanic® is used by more than 23 million consumers worldwide to keep nearly 70 million computers running at peak performance. As the only tune-up software to include iolo’s industry-first Tune-up Definitions, as well as its patent-pending ActiveCare® automatic maintenance technology, System Mechanic 9.5 represents a new, smarter approach to PC tune-up.

Facebook For Idiots Finally!

Facebook For Idiots Finally!
The Guide To The World's Largest Digital Hangout

Finally, the 'Complete Idiot's Guide to Facebook' makes it's way to the shelves - not that it was delayed or anything like that, I mean more like - finally a breath of fresh air to help us with facebook! The book contains over 280 pages of facebook help, far beyond the useless and often outdated facebook help pages.

  

The Complete idiot's Guide To face Book ( ISBN #978-1-61564-036-2) sells for $16.96 US, by Alpha\Pengiun Press) is available now at all popular bookstores throughout North America.

The point of the book is not to do with facebook's statistics, or popularity or any mumbo-jumbo about facebook's social networking strength but rather about the absolute basics of facebook. 


Need to setup an account? learn facebook etiquette, or setup your profile. Understand common mistakes and no-no's like 'creeping on someone's facebook'

The Complete idiot's Guide To Facebook with take you from idiot to advertising executive in no time. The book covers everything from general friends and family connections, security, emailing and communications, right through to setting up facebook business pages and using facebook advertising.

Facebook isn't just for gossip and chatting anymore! Sell products, launch a business, or build your own social network - all with the help of this book. Facebook as quoted by co-author Joe Kraynak is the most intriguing digital hangout on the planet. Mikal, co author thanks his grandmother for teaching him a thing or two about facebook as well. 400+ million users seem to agree that this is the place to be. Imagine how many of us are facebook idiots....Buy the Book!

The Coolest Gadets For Kids!

Spy Net Video Watch - James Bond Only Wishes!

The 2010 Holiday season is upon us and of the many gadgets and technology, there are those rare few gadgets that stand out above the rest. In this particular case, it's the tech toys for kids that grabs my attention.

Specifically, the Spy Net Video watch from Jakks Pacific. Not a toy by any means - well it is, but not just for kids! This is a video watch! Remember the days when we saw devices in the movies and TV like the Star trek communicator (which now resembles most flip cell phones) or how about the detective series like James Bond? Q would have given James Bond one of these for sure!

These are the 'real deal dude' a bonafide video watch on your wrist! Not only a video watch, but a video camera, a still camera, and an audio recorder!


Although this is aimed at the 8+ years old market, no doubt many adults will be giving this a second and third look on the store shelves - if you can find one! These are flying off the store shelves throughout North America! No doubt on Christmas morning, dad is going to want to be around when Jr. opens this present! And when Jr. asks dad for help - good luck getting it back! Now onto the technical details - I'll keep it simple.

The Spy net Video watch is a real video camera and video screen. It captures pictures and audio, and can take photos as well. It supports regular USB connections to the PC, and it includes batteries! Get this - rechargeable Lithium Ion! Jakks Pacific pulled no punches on this one! The Spy Net Video Watch has an easily accessible demo button which plays an introduction video, which is a great selling feature! Once you unpack the video watch, simply replace the provided demo (disposable) batteries with the Lithium Ion batteries. The suggested retail price is $49.95 USD, which is surprisingly low for a gadget of this nature. It also has a 90 day limited warranty. About the only thing missing is the secret grappling hook and rope! (kidding)

Some Quick Specs and Features:

• 1.4" Full Color TFT Screen
• Record over 20 minutes of full video and audio
• Capture over 2000 photos (even supports time lapse)
• Record over 4 hours of audio
• Built in Apps (Big detector, Lie Detector)
• Connectivity to USB Port for uploading and downloading content
• Recharge the batteries through USB
• Rechargeable Lithium Ion Batteries
• Download missions and updates from spynetHQ.com website
• Hidden camera
• Scrolling Up and Down buttons for quick access to built in 'Spy Applications'
• Secret content included with the '3D Spy Card'

The fun doesn't stop there either. The video watch connects to the spynethq website which allows your junior (or senior) spy to upload their files online. Once online, they can run the lie detector software, and video analysis software, or download specially-tailored missions for use with their SpyNet video watch.
The USB port also allows for the addition of accessories, like the SnakeCam for recording video secretly around corners. The Spy Net product line also has some neat gadgets like the Audio Recording Pen, and Night Vision Infrared Stealth Binoculars to name a few.

GameCom X30 for Xbox 360

Console Gaming Headsets Above The Rest

Plantronics has released the X30 Xbox 360 gaming headset for the 2010 holiday season. Known for their quality, Plantronics brings nearly 50 years headset experience into the gaming arena. The X30 is available throughout North America, at a MSRP of $34.95 US. The X30 boasts some very impressive features;

• Industrial strength construction
• Noise-canceling microphone technology
• Extended boom flexes to fit with better comfort
• Supple, ear-melding design
• Single-ear coverage
• Inline volume and mute controls
• 1m cable (3.25 feet)
• 2.5mm connector jack
• lightweight and comfortable
• 1 year limited warranty

Shift your Xbox 360 into overdrive with the ultimate quality GameCom X30 headset for Xbox 360. Delivering the ultimate in quality, audio and industrial-strength hipness, its single-ear coverage lets you roast online enemies while rapping offline with your fridge-raiding buddies. This ultra-light, gotta-get Xbox accessory won’t muss your do or snag your bling, and boasts a supple, ear-melding design that thwarts the chaffing typical of all-night kill fests. Inline volume and mute put you in the driver’s seat, and an extended boom flexes to fit your trash-talking maw. A noise-canceling mic lets you verbally devastate foes with cruel, cutting precision. Let The Aggression Begin!

Plantronics Gamecom P90 Goes Gaming!

Wireless Chat for Playstation® 3 Gaming

The 2010 holiday shopping season is underway, PC and tech Tips in once again offering reviews of gadgets, software, video games etc. This year is no doubt going to be a fun filled year for those that crave technology and gadgets! The first products to reach my desk are the Plantronics line of video game headsets.

Plantronics has been a worldwide leader in professional lightweight headset communications products since 1962. When considering business communications equipment, Plantronics make a quality product, not just from their design and construction, but also in their features and experience with headsets.

Imagine if they got into the video game products market! Wait...they have!

Announcing the Plantronics GameCom P90 Bluetooth PS3 headset. Experience wireless freedom for Playstation®3 game chat. The suggested MSRP is $44.95, available in North America for the 2010 holiday season.

The GameCom P90 Bluetooth® gaming headset for PS3™ boasts some pretty impressive features:

* Bluetooth technology supports an (optimum) range of +/- 30 feet from your Sony PS3™
* Easy-to-find mute button
* QuickPair™ technology for fast pairing to PS3™
* On-off switch saves battery life
* Easy-to-reach volume adjustment buttons
* Works with Playstation3 and most Bluetooth mobile phones
* Secure, comfortable fit for long game play
* Doubles as a regular Bluetooth headset for most cellular phones
(check out the plantronics compatibility tool)
The gameCom P90 lets you talk to your teammates and opponents wirelessly. Plantronics QuickPair™ technology makes pairing your headset to the PS3® system AND your Bluetooth phone easy. A slim earloop and contoured eartip provide a comfortable, and secure fit. The conveniently located on-off switch saves battery life for when you really need it. You can readily adjust the volume with intuitive volume adjustment buttons. The P90 also features USB charging cable connector right into your PS3 system. Often imitated, but not duplicated - it's a Plantronics product after all.