I'm signed up to several online survey services. In theory I get rewards if I complete the surveys, however more often than not I can't provide correct answers. Why? Because the survey designers don't seem to think things through. This evening's survey from an Irish company gave me three options for my city of residence. As I don't live in any of the three I would have chosen … [Read more...] about Survey Design
iPhone.com Sold
You'd think Apple would have checked! Full story … [Read more...] about iPhone.com Sold
Permanent TSB Phished
Permanent TSB customers are the target of a current phishing campaign. The fraudulent website will ask for ATM pin numbers directly! … [Read more...] about Permanent TSB Phished
Text Link Ads – Publishing Without Consent?
I really like Text Link Ads, but sometimes their system seems to have a mind of its own. A couple of days ago their system was kind enough to inform me that some inventory had been sold AND approved. I hadn't approved it, so what is going on? I checked my account and sure enough, the inventory had been sold and assigned as active. Although I contacted them about this glitch I … [Read more...] about Text Link Ads – Publishing Without Consent?
Apple iPhone Now On Sale
The much vaunted, hyped, publicised, talked about (etc., etc., etc.,) Apple iPhone is now available in the US. Over the next few days you can expect to see more and more reviews, interviews, critiques, whines and blog posts (is there a difference?) about the latest "toy" that every self-respecting gadget freak wants. The Apple Store for the US is selling the devices, but there … [Read more...] about Apple iPhone Now On Sale