About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 487
Introducing LinkedIn Premium…
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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linkedin
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job market
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bso
I’ve only been on LinkedIn for a short while, but I thought I’d check out what the deal was with LinkedIn Premium.
Facebook Paper: Reading between the lines...
Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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apps
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facebook
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facebook paper
Facebook unveils Paper, reimagining social scrolling with magazine-style visuals, aiming to refresh the classic feed experience.
Top Valentine’s Day security threats...
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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malware
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cybersecurity
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email
Valentine's Day cyber threats soar as last-minute shoppers fall victim to online scams and malware, experts warn of increased vulnerability.
Top 10 Valentine's Day movies...
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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movies
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valentine's day
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retail
Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day film? Here are the top 10 romantic movies, from timeless classics to modern heart-grippers, for every kind of viewer.
What’s hot in Kindle...
Mon, 10th Feb 2014
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kindle
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christmas
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moth
My Kindle was the best thing that ever happened to me. Now while that may seem sad to some people, here’s some e-book must-reads this summer.
Giving in to Snapchat...
Thu, 30th Jan 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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snap
A former Snapchat sceptic gives in, discovering fun through pet snaps and quirky sends, finding a unique joy in ephemeral photo-sharing.
How I teach my Mother... Facebook
Tue, 16th Jul 2013
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facebook
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how i teach my mother
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moth
A son's tale of guiding his pool-loving mum through the treacherous waters of Facebook, from game addictions to ad-infested newsfeeds.
iOS App Review: BuzzFeed
Thu, 11th Jul 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Where is the one place you go to read or watch the most randomly put together collection of meaningless crap on the internet? Correct. It’s BuzzFeed.
iOS App Review: Riffsy
Thu, 4th Jul 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Riffsy iOS app review: Revitalise your texts with vibrant gifs from movies and TV, turning #boredom into #amusement on your iPhone and iPad.
How I teach my Mother... Apps
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apps
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apple
My mum can’t pronounce apps properly, but that’s not the real issue. She refuses to use them on her new iPhone.
iOS App Review: Faceswap
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Revive your selfies with humour! Faceswap app switches faces in photos, creating hilarious results. Perfect for a laugh on social media.
iOS App Review: Heads UP!
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Bring the riotous guessing game from Ellen's show to your phone with Heads Up! Ideal for groups, it turns trivia into a joyous affair.
How I teach my Mother... Computers
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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google
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how i teach my mother
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digital divide
Witnessing the setup of this machine and watching her switch from a ten-year-old PC to a Macbook Pro has been the highlight of my week.
iOS App Review: TVNZ On Demand
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Sometimes searching the internet for TV shows or certain episodes you want to watch can be frustrating and near impossible.
App Review: Wikiweb
Fri, 7th Jun 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Wikiweb, the perfect Wikipedia app for your iPhone or iPad, transforms aimless browsing into an educational pastime.
App Review - Scramble With Friends
Fri, 31st May 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Now, we all love a word game, and sometimes I do get a little bored with Scrabble (shock!), so it’s nice to have a break and play some other word games.
App Review - Google Maps for iPhone
Thu, 23rd May 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Google Maps for iPhone banishes poor mapping woes, offering reliable navigation and local insights, proving indispensable for city explorers.
App of the Week - Hey Tell
Fri, 17th May 2013
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personal computing devices
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apps
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apple
Hey Tell app, a modern walkie talkie, transforms phone messaging with voice recordings, offering a fun, quick way to stay connected.
Android App of the Week - MTV
Thu, 9th May 2013
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apps
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mtv
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palm
Now, there are many great places to get all your news from. But what is missing from these news sites? Lots and lots of celebrity gossip, err sorry news.
Android App of the Week - Google Play
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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apps
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google
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retail
Our Android App of the Week is Google Play, the essential yet cluttered gateway to all Android apps, calling for a sleek redesign.