Simon Smyth

IT Company owner and Director.

[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Great news for Microsoft Teams: A new translation feature lets interpreters switch between languages with just one click… and zero AI. Holding meetings in multiple languages is about to get a lot easier

#Microsoft #Teams #LiveTranslation
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On this day in 1997, Apple launched its 'Think Different' campaign. It helped save the company from failure and make it one of the biggest businesses in the world. How can your business think outside the box?

#Apple #ThinkDifferent #BusinessGrowth
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The International Space Station just 3D printed metal parts in space for the first time. This could be groundbreaking and change manufacturing forever. Could innovative tech help your business?

#3DPrinting #Space #Innovation
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The settings menu in Microsoft Edge is getting a makeover, with easier navigation and a quick access feature for your most-used settings. It's rolling out in October – is your team ready to switch from Chrome?

#Microsoft #Edge #NewSettings
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Holding off on Windows 11 because of ads in the Start menu? Looks like they may be coming to Windows 10 too. Consider upgrading. You’ll enjoy better functionality, security, and performance

#Microsoft #Windows10 #Windows11
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Microsoft’s new 'checkpoint' updates for Windows 11 are smaller and faster. But some users of Copilot+ PCs are having installation issues. Have you had problems with it? If so, get in touch. We can help

#Microsoft #Windows11 #CheckpointCumulativeUpdates
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Need more screen space? With Windows 11's split screen feature, you can manage multiple apps on one screen - no extra monitor required. Just drag, snap, and go

#Windows11 #ProductivityHacks #multitasking
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Windows 11 might soon let you search within video and audio files by specific words. It’s called 'Intelligent Media Search'. Can you imagine you and your team using this?

#Windows11 #MediaSearch #ProductivityBoost
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Microsoft Teams is getting another upgrade. Now you can set work hours & location in-app, helping your team stay in sync. Plus, Teams will suggest updates based on your activity

#MicrosoftTeams #Productivity #BusinessTools
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Retro gaming fans, the best news ever! A full-sized, modern remake of the iconic Sinclair ZX Spectrum is launching in November. It'll be loaded with 48 classic games or load your own by USB

#RetroGaming #SinclairSpectrum #FunTech
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Cyber criminals are exploiting Microsoft Sway, a little known tool in 365, to host phishing pages stealing login details. Beware of QR codes – always verify before scanning

#CyberSecurity #PhishingScam #Sway
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Microsoft Teams is getting a security boost in October. Admins will have to evaluate apps and extensions before deployment, which will make your workspace safer

#MicrosoftTeams #CyberSecurity #BusinessSafety
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Good news if your business uses Microsoft Forms. There’s an improved way to sync with Excel. Upgrade by the 20th of October to keep your data up-to-date and reliable

#Microsoft #Forms #BusinessTools
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Do you have a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy? While it might seem cost-effective for your team to use their own devices, there are security considerations. Can we help you weigh up the risks? Get in touch

#BYOD #CyberSecurity #HybridWork
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Here's a new one: The world's first Miss AI has been crowned. Kenza Layli is an AI-powered influencer created by a Moroccan marketing agency. Would you ever leverage AI influencers for your business?

#MissAI #AIInfluencer #TechInnovation
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Microsoft has another solution to an everyday issue. This time it’s launching a real-time name mispronunciation detection tool to save your embarassment from mispronouncing someone’s name on a Teams call

#MicrosoftTeams #BetterCommunication #InclusiveTech
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Great news! The upcoming Windows 11 update is going to get rid of the small but annoying bugs that slow down your workflow. It’s due in September, so if you haven’t made the move to Windows 11, now’s the right time

#Windows11 #NewUpdate #BusinessBoost
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

A new survey found that 64% of customers would rather not deal with customer service driven by AI. If you’re doing this, do it wisely and always make it clear a human is available to help

#CustomerService #AI #CustomerExperience
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

Ever been tempted to download a Windows desktop theme from a Facebook ad? Please DON'T. There are a few scams which mean you could be downloading malicious software instead

#CyberSecurity #StaySafe #FacebookScamAlert
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[Simon Smyth @mrsmickers]

On this day in 2001, the Code Red worm spread across the internet, infecting Windows computers. Do you remember it? It’s a good reminder to check you have the right security in your business now

#Throwback #CodeRedAnniversary #CyberSecurity
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