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Beauty and the Beast: The remake that didn’t disappoint!

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Beauty and the Beast: The remake that didn’t disappoint!

It’s a tale as old as time and a story that’s loved by young and old the world over. This weekend saw the release of Disney’s much anticipated live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast. The original animated film was released way back in 1991 and has remained a cult classic ever since. The release of the new film has generated a lot of excitement and many predictions were made about whether Disney could pull it off again.

As a huge fan of the original film, I admit that I was slightly sceptical about the whole thing. I mean, is the remake ever better than the original? Surprisingly enough, this film managed to exceed my (pretty low) expectations.

Burning question: Does Emma Watson ruin Belle?

I suppose the initial question we all have is how similar this version is to the original. Let’s start with the obvious, did Emma Watson disappoint as Belle? To answer that question, no she did not! There was a lot of hype surrounding the casting of Emma Watson and how she would portray the iconic Disney princess. She wouldn’t have been my first choice for the role but in the end, she delivered a fantastic performance. Watson portrays Belle as an intelligent, courageous young woman and is incredibly likeable throughout the film. Dan Stevens is also on point with his depiction of the Beast and there’s a genuine chemistry between the two which really adds to the authenticity of their on-screen relationship.

The film also hosts a star-studded cast and sees the likes of Ewan McGregor (Lumière), Sir Ian McKellen (Cogsworth) and Emma Thompson (Mrs Potts) portray the beloved characters from the original film. My biggest criticism is probably McGregor’s attempt at a French accent but that I can forgive! The villainous duo of brutish Gaston (Luke Evans) and his bumbling sidekick Le Fou (Josh Gad) are also two of the film’s most prominent characters and, in my opinion, stole the show on many occasions.

Is Beauty and the Beast a trip or stumble down memory lane?

Despite the obvious differences between animation and live-action, the film bears many similarities to the original. Most notable similarities appear in terms of music and dialogue. You can expect to hear all your old favourite musical numbers as well as four new original songs. Disney did not stray from the original and the whole CGI aspect didn’t overpower the storyline. The cinematography was stunning. In many scenes, it felt like the original animation had literally come to life.The film also gave a more detailed background on each of the characters. This allowed us to learn more about them which really brought a new dimension to the film.

Is the remake better than the original?

Is the remake better than the original? That’s hard to say, as the original holds its own special meaning for so many Disney-lovers. However, this film stands out as one of the better remakes which have been released in recent years, such as Cinderella. Whether you’re a hardcore Disney fan or just an avid cinema-goer, this film will not disappoint and is worth a watch.

Catch Beauty and the Beast in cinemas now.

GamerCon Dublin 2017: Havoc at day one and how to get your refund

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GamerCon Dublin 2017: Havoc at day one and how to get your refund

GamerCon Dublin 2017 was probably one of the most exciting events on our calendar this year. We’ve just attended Dublin Tech Summit in Dublin’s Convention Centre which, in its first year, was a roaring success. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for year one of GamerCon – also in Dublin’s Convention Centre.

What’s gone wrong at GamerCon Dublin 2017

GamerCon was set to be run across two days. Visitors buy a day ticket to pop in on either Saturday and Sunday. Unfortunately, the organisers would appear to have grossly oversold the venue. With huge headline sponsors such as Xbox, PlayStation, Alienware and GameStop, the event has turned into a PR nightmare. With thousands, gathering outside, the doors to GamerCon have been closed with punters outside.

Now that’s disappointing if you live in Dublin. It’s a waste of a walk and you’re now pretty cold and miserable. But, don’t forget, there are parents with children who can’t get in and people who’ve travelled considerable distances too.

There have even been reports that the fire brigade have had to step in for safety reasons.

So, that’s a pretty bad start, right? Well, it gets worse.

Magically changing terms and conditions

In an extremely ill-advised move, the organisers have reportedly panicked, updating their terms and conditions.

Now, this is a whole different kettle of fish. People have made their purchases under one set of terms, which have been changed because of the mayhem at the Convention Centre. This could possibly be illegal, but is at the very least just terrible form from the organisers.

How could this happen?

GamerCon, like all conferences, would have people coming and going all day. For that reason, you can expect organisers to oversell the venue slightly as everyone won’t be there at once. In this instance, everyone came at once and the organisers clearly went over the top in the overselling department. This is leaving attendees absolutely irate.

How can I get a refund for my GamerCon ticket?

Imagine you’ve travelled for hours with children only to find out you couldn’t get into GamerCon. While irate you think you better sort out your refund. The GamerCon site is unlikely to cheer you up much:

gamercon refund policy

There is another way to get your GamerCon tickets refunded. If you ordered your tickets through the GamerCon site, you have used Eventbrite. If you pop on over to the Eventbrite website, you’ll be able to open a “dispute” to reclaim your cash. This is also the case if you paid with PayPal. Some disappointed attendees are saying they’ve done both to speed up the process.

There you have it. Day one has been a bit of a disaster. It’s actually been impossible to find any positive news coming from the event because of the havoc. Here’s hoping things pick up for day two.

The Young Offenders is one of Ireland’s best movies in a long while

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The Young Offenders is one of Ireland’s best movies in a long while

For such a small country, Ireland is really churning out some great movies these days. Why do so many of our successes involve fairly crap criminals though? Topping the list are Intermission and Adam and Paul. You could definitely include In Bruges and The Guard on that list too. The list has just gotten a little bit longer too, but hugely better. The Young Offenders is one of Ireland’s best movies in a long while.

What is The Young Offenders all about?

Back in 2007, the Gardai carried out Operation Seabright. This was the second largest drug seizure in Irish history. Lots of cocaine was being smuggled into the country aboard boats. That much is true. The Young Offenders takes place at the same time as Operation Seabright. Two young Cork lads, Conor and Jock, hear that bales of cocaine might be floating around the ocean. Tired of stealing bikes and thinking that €7 million might come in handy, they set off in search of the coke.

To dive a bit deeper, The Young Offenders is a buddy movie. Two young lads are killing a bit of time during after their Junior Cert. To be honest, Irish summers can be a bit boring so the draw of €7 million makes sense.

Who’s in it?

There are no real Hollywood stars to be seen, but there are plenty of well-known faces. Faces will be particularly recognisable if you’re into the Irish comedy scene.

Stars of the Young Offenders

The stars, Conor and Jock, are played by Alex Murphy and Chris Walley in their breakthrough roles. PJ Gallagher and Hilary Rose are the more familiar faces that appear in The Young Offenders. While known best for hidden-camera comedy, the two deliver on the big screen.

Is The Young Offenders any good?

When I said The Young Offenders is one of Ireland’s best movies in a long while, I meant it. The film delves deep into Conor and Jocks relationship together while handling some other problems like alcohol in the home. Most importantly, The Young Offenders is a highly successful movie that’s not based in Dublin. That’s incredibly satisfying.

The movie has won several awards already and is one of the top selling Irish movies of 2016. It’s also been released in the UK, again to great applause. Best of all, you can now watch The Young Offenders on Netflix, so there’s no excuse.

Watch The Young Offenders’ Trailer

Love: The romantic comedy that’s worth a watch

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Love: The romantic comedy that’s worth a watch

On 10 March, Netflix released the second series of their original romantic comedy show Love. The show first hit our screens back in February 2016 and has been met with rave reviews from critics and fans ever since. Produced by the shows main actor Paul Rust, his wife Lesley Arfin and Judd Apatow (the man behind Superbad and Knocked Up), Love has made a name for itself as one of the most creative comedy shows in recent years. At first, I was a bit cynical about it. I mean, is there really a need for more rom coms? The whole ‘boy meets girl’ scenario is played out again and again in TV and film and it can get slightly repetitive. As it turns out, Love proved me completely wrong.

What’s Love all about?

Set in Los Angeles, the show follows the story of Mickey (Gillian Jacobs) and Gus (Paul Rust), two people in their early thirties who are trying to figure out the next stage in their personal and professional lives. Mickey is an aspiring producer at a radio station. While Gus is an on-set tutor for child actor Arya (Iris Apatow), the star of the fictional TV show Witchita. Following previous failed relationships, a chance meeting brings the two together and we see how their friendship begins to develop into a dysfunctional love story.

You’ll totally relate to it

love on netflix

The show acts as a raw, honest commentary on dating and relationships in the 21st century. Love shows the painfully awkward and embarrassing aspects of sex and dating that you just can’t help but laugh at. The main characters come bearing all sorts of problems and imperfections and this, in my opinion, is what makes the show so enjoyable. Throughout the show, we see how Mickey and Gus deal with their own personal issues such as anxiety, addiction and low self-esteem. As well as the romantic aspect, Love also looks at relationships between friends, family and work colleagues.

Although they are far from perfect, both Mickey and Gus are extremely relatable in their own unique way and you can’t help but root for them. The writing of the show is incredibly clever and hilariously accurate. It’s impossible to watch Love without being reminded of your own embarrassing moments and that is part of what makes it so funny. It’s the perfect binge-worthy show for when you just want to chill out, laugh and have a good cringe!

Watch Love, series one and two on Netflix

Is social media banned in your workplace?

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Is social media banned in your workplace?
Workplaces are often rather slow to adapt new ways of thinking. The growth of social media led to panic in many companies. The quick fix was either a social media policy or outright social media bans. Sure enough, there’s a few people in the office who could chill with the selfies, but should Irish employers be embracing social media?

56 percent of Irish businesses ban social media in the workplace

A survey of Irish offices, carried out by Ricoh found 56 percent of businesses ban social media. Even with Facebook launching their Workplace app, 47 percent of offices ban “the buke”. 30 percent of offices lock down WhatsApp access, which is total madness in my eyes. Every office employee in the world should have access to WhatsApp Web. Email is an incredibly frustrating way to communicate that modern social platforms help sidestep.
Just why do employers see access to social media as being a terribly negative thing?

The generation gap

There is a distinct generation gap dividing opinions on social media in work. 82 percent of 16 to 24-year-olds believe social help with relationships in the office. Just 23 percent of workers over 55 years of age thinking the same. This difference in opinion is obviously frustrating for both age-groups. The younger feeling held back while the older feel alienated.

The workplace is a slow turning ship

HR departments are suffering through a constant challenge. They need to keep young staff excited about work and upskilling the older staff. Both are just as important as each other here. The former for retention and the latter to avoid alienation. Many offices still limit access to modern day essentials. Have you ever typed something into Google only for the results to be blocked?
 
Today, you can learn an insane amount of Excel or Photoshop on Google. Yet, many employers block these resources. You’ll end up asking for pricey courses instead. The ultimate false economy.

It’s all about trust

It really does boil down to that one simple word. Trust. Employers worry about your productivity. If they give you access to Facebook, you’ll just go on the doss, right?
 
There are plenty of modern day companies who operate very differently. Self-determined working ours and unlimited holidays are just some of the modern benefits. Yet some staff can’t Google how to a vlookup, or check a competitors social feed.
 
If you can’t trust your staff to work remotely or to have social access, why did you hire them?
 
Your employer hired you because they trusted you to do a job. They just don’t trust you to avoid dropping truth bombs on Twitter. It doesn’t really make sense, does it?

Apparently, your phone bill is grand and so is your internet speed

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Apparently, your phone bill is grand and so is your internet speed

Ok, we admit it. Sometimes we love nothing more than a good nerd out over some data. Every quarter, the Commission for Communications Regulation, or ComReg, releases a massive report. This ComReg report tells us how people are connecting online, at home and with their smartphones. We’ve gone through the report to pull out a few interesting nuggets. It turns out that your broadband is fast enough and your phone bill is cheap enough

More than one phone per person

Believe it or not, Ireland currently has more than one active phone per person. In a population of 4.7 million people, there are 4.9 million phones. The vast majority of these are smartphones with 4.3 million using 3G and 4G networks. Maybe, just maybe the Nokia 3310 will change that.

It’s no real surprise that Vodafone is once again crowned Ireland’s most popular network, holding 37 percent of Irish mobile customers. They might be a little worried as they used to have 38.3 percent of customers. Tesco Mobile and Three were the big winners through the end of 2016. It’ll be interesting to see if Three’s contract change letting customers leave their contracts leads to a drop in market share. The other operators also increased their share. This is largely down to Virgin Media gathering momentum.

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Bill pay or prepay?

It’s rather interesting to see bill pay grow again. Bill pay is always growing which really makes no sense. Phones are not improving as much as they used to and prepay is generally great value. You can even check which is better for you using our handy bill pay versus prepay calculator.

There is one factor we haven’t considered too much – the convenience. Bill pay helps you afford high-end smartphones. Also, running out of credit does feel a little bit childish right? Well, running out of credit is a lot cheaper than having a bill – just look for yourself.

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So, your phone bill is grand

According to the ComReg Report, the national average for a bill pay contract is €31 per month. Prepay customers are paying about €14 per month for their service. The average cost of running your smartphone is continuously being reduced. ComReg attribute these reductions to bundling of home broadband with mobile services. Personally, I think SIM only becoming increasingly popular also plays a part.

SIM only is an increasingly popular way middle ground between bill pay and prepay. This is visible in the ComReg Report as the average cost of bill pay continues to decrease. Sure, you pay a bill but the cost is lower because there’s no phone involved.

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Are we callers or texters?

We’re talking as much on our smartphones has we ever have. Between October and December 2016, the population of Ireland used 3.1 billion minutes. That’s roughly 277 minutes per person or 90 minutes per month. In the grand scheme of things, not a huge figure.

But, calling remains as popular as ever, unlike poor old text messages. WhatsApp, Snapchat, Messenger and the likes are killing text messages. During the same period, the people of Ireland sent 1.4 billion text messages. A substantial amount yes, but a 15 percent decline on the same period a year earlier.

Irish people love using mobile data

Between October and December 2013, Irish people used just over 10,000 terabytes of data. Towards the end of last year, we used over 50,000 terabytes. To most, that number means nothing. Here’s some perspective. It’s about the same amount of data it would take to watch 50 million episodes of stranger things.

On the move, Irish smartphone users are now each gobbling up 3.4GB of data per month. Which is less than was a lot of Irish data plans now offer. That does make sense. When was the last time you heard someone say they are running out of data?

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Oh, and your home broadband is plenty fast

Sometimes, you can’t help but doubt the stats when you see them. We’re under no illusions that many parts of rural Ireland are miles behind urbanised areas in terms of connectivity. According to the ComReg Quarterly Report, the average broadband speed in Ireland is now 30Mbps. That’s a 56% increase over the same period last year.

We can’t help but feel that’s going to be tough reading for a few people.

So, how does that make you feel? Are you on the right side of the averages? Let us know in the comments below. Also, it’s fairly heavy reading, but you can grab the whole ComReg Report in full and tear it apart if you like.

The Irishman: A Netflix and Scorsese story

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The Irishman: A Netflix and Scorsese story
Think about the ultimate gangster movie and what the perfect cast would look like. Well, it looks like it might be about to happen. Martin Scorsese is set to direct The Irishman. This is a Netflix funded movie assembling the dream team. Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci and Harvey Keitel. Those names feature in the all-star flick based on the Charles Brandt book – “I Heard You Paint Houses.”

Holy donkey sh**balls!

Yes, we’re excited. Some of us in Goos3D Tower are starting to think that Netflix is eyeballing an Oscar in the next couple of years. It should be easy when you’re combining talent from iconic crime films such as The Godfather, Casino, Goodfellas and Pulp Fiction. Funding a movie based on an Irish gangster story with this kind of cast just screams “pick me, pick me.”

Make him an offer he can’t refuse

Unfortunately, there have been a few snags. It seems like the big ole wad of cash Netflix has was just too hard to turn down for Mexican producer Gaston Pavlovich. The rumoured budget for The Irishman is a whopping $125 million. There’s so much money involved it even made him forget that he signed a distribution deal with STX Entertainment. They paid $50 million at Cannes last year for the non-US distribution rights.
 
So obviously since the guys in Netflix have got involved one would assume the original contractor would be a tad miffed? You’d be right. Horses heads could end up in beds yet.

The Irishman

Anyway back to the actual movie. Once everything gets ironed out, here’s what you’ll need to know. The screen writer is Schindler’s List’s Steve Zaillian. The movie depicts the death of ex-Crime boss Jimmy Hoffa, played by Al Pacino. Frank Sheeran AKA The Irishman AKA De Niro tell the story from his deathbed. So expect a pile of flashbacks and the serious use of tech to make De Niro looks thirty years younger.
 
Touted to for a 2018 we’re already counting down the days for this one. Looks like Netflix finally could have itself and Oscar contender.

FitMenCook: Healthy recipes in a tidy app

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FitMenCook: Healthy recipes in a tidy app

I recently downloaded the FitMenCook healthy recipes app and have to say I was pleasantly surprised. Although I am not that much of a cook, I have to say this app has some serious upsides. It even managed to get even me preparing some pretty decent grub. If I do say so myself.

What exactly is FitMenCook?

FitMenCook is a recently released collaboration between FitMenCook and Nibble Apps. It has finally made the jump to the Google Play Store so all of us Android users can experience the benefits of healthy eating too. Social influencer Kevin Curry aims to help us make “struggle free, healthy and practical recipes that are easy on the wallet”. Essentially, the aim is to help people to eat more healthy foods without them tasting like cardboard. In addition, with 294 recipes currently available, Curry aims to have something for everyone.

Struggle free, healthy and practical recipes that are easy on the wallet

The motivation behind this app is a story in itself. Curry who had long struggled with his weight had seen a photo of himself posted on Facebook and decided to make a change. After paying what he called an exorbitant amount of money for a four-week online diet plan. He went to the gym and all in all pursued a healthier lifestyle. The problem was that after a while he began to get tired of bland chicken and rice. He felt the temptation of the foods that had gotten him overweight in the first place.

That’s when he decided to study up on nutrition and do something for himself. He started to create healthy recipes on his Tumblr blog and from there it grew into a thriving online community dedicated to changing the way people look at healthy eating.

The app itself is an extension of all of this. Allowing users to eat the food they like, all the while experiencing the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

What’s brilliant?

  • Content wise you’ll be spoiled for choice. With so many recipes there are options for everyone. The pictures of food alone are enough to make your hungry.
  • The video instructions are easy to follow, making the app accessible to any level of cooking skill.
  • The connectivity with other apps like Google Fit makes tracking your progress that much easier.
  • The app organises your shopping list by aisle.
  • It allows you to measure out recipes depending on how many meals you want to cook.
  • You can search for recipes based on what food you already have in your fridge.

What could be better?

  • Connectivity with widely used apps and wearables like Fitbit would be great. Where currently you have to log the information yourself.
  • The in-app purchase to eliminate adds is vital as the free version can become quite tedious without it.

Overall

In conclusion, this is definitely worth a download. The FitMenCook app really delivers on everything it says. Curry and his team have put together an app that is really useful and helps to take the tediousness out of living a healthy lifestyle.

So with the nutrition side of things locked down, you’ll just need to get moving with these apps.

Why you need to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race

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Why you need to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race
Have you ever watched an episode of America’s Next Top Model or Project Runway and thought ‘You know what this needs? More glitter!’. Yes? Then you’re in luck. This month the global phenomenon that is RuPaul’s Drag Race comes sashaying back onto our screens. If you have no idea what RuPaul’s Drag Race is then let me explain.

What is RuPaul’s Drag Race?

RuPaul's Drag Race
Hosted by legendary US drag queen RuPaul, the show follows thirteen hopeful drag queens.They are competing to win the coveted title of ‘America’s Next Drag Superstar.’ Each week, the queens face a series of challenges. These challenges range from fashion design to acting and everything in between. Finally, they face RuPaul’s judging panel where one is eliminated. I know, it sounds like the standard TV talent show setup, but trust me. This show is unlike any reality show that you’ve seen before.

More than just bad lip-syncing

When you think of drag queens, what usually comes to mind is lip syncing and bad celebrity impersonations. While the show is not short of all that, it has so much more to offer. Each week welcomes a newly themed design challenge. These challenges allow the queens to test their skills and exhibit their own unique style of drag. Past themes included ‘Hello Kitty’, ‘Animal Kingdom’ and ‘The RuPocalypse’. It’s safe to say that there have been some unforgettable costumes since the show first aired in 2009.
 
The level of creativity is absolutely through the roof. In terms of makeup and costume design and each season seems to get better than the last. As well as the visual aspects, it’s the personalities of the queens that really bring the show to life. Put thirteen drag queens in a room together and watch the entertainment unfold. You get reluctant teamwork, quick-witted insults and whole load of hilarious challenges.

Drastic times calls for dragtastic measures

RuPaul’s Drag Race is a show that you’ll need to see to believe. As well as being fantastically entertaining, it also gives an interesting insight into the LGBT community and the world of drag. All the while, it’s promoting a positive message of creativity and self-love. Season 9 is set to debut on VH1 in the US on Friday 24 March. There has been no word yet on when the show will air in the UK and Ireland.
Trailers have been released and it looks like we’re in for another explosive season with more glamour than ever. You can also expect celebrities like Graham Norton and Lady Gaga to join the panel as guest judges. If you’re not a fan of reality TV then you may think this show isn’t for you but give it a chance and you will not be disappointed.
 
Catch up on seasons 1 to 6 of RuPaul’s Drag Race on Netflix now.

The privacy products and services you should know about

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The privacy products and services you should know about

We live in a digital age and equally an age where online privacy has never been more important. With sites like Google and Facebook gathering data on their users, hacking stories are common in the news. While it’s easy to check if anyone hacked your data, concerns remain about how uses of personal data. It’s crazy to think that people have access to your online activity at any time right? Wrong.

So how do you mask your online behaviour from those who you would rather didn’t see it? Tin foil hats and burning down Facebook’s HQ? Possibly. That’s one way to go, but for those of us who prefer to just stay at home here are some great privacy products and services.

Blackphone 2

Generally, smartphones are about as insecure as a teenager at a junior disco. SilentCircle’s Blackphone 2 is a different story altogether. Using its own silent OS, Blackphone aims to help users to maintain their privacy. All audio, messaging and video calling is encrypted. It offers the capability to avoid insecure networks and features its own fully secure apps. It’s also a decent phone, offering a full HD resolution, 3GB ram and 32GB of internal storage. You also get an octa-core processor. Now you’re safe in the knowledge you’re not sacrificing any functionality for privacy.

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Blackphone 2

Check out the Blackphone 2

VPN Secure

VPN SecureA VPN or Virtual Private Network is a tool used to keep data private and secure on public or private networks. VPN Secure offers all the basic features of a VPN plus their SmartDNS feature. This enables you to set your own location and ignore bandwidth restrictions. It provides a secure, encrypted connection without saving any personal information. Also, it’s possible to use it on up to five devices. It’s worth mentioning there are many alternatives to this market leader. There are even some free online versions.

Check it out VPN Secure

3M Black Privacy

3M Black Privacy
3M Black Privacy

From the same company that brought us post-it notes and sellotape, comes another interesting innovation. This innovation is a little different from the others on the list. 3M have taken an interesting route on keeping your information private. They created a filter you attach to your laptop screen, preventing prying eyes from looking at your screen. The screen will begin fading to black from a 30-degree angle. As a result, 3M promise you is a crystal clear image while nosey onlookers remain oblivious to what’s on your screen.

Check it out 3M Black Privacy

TOR Browser

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TOR may be familiar to some of you. It’s known primarily for allowing users to access the Deepweb and sites such as silk road. It might surprise you to hear is that it’s useful for things other than criminal activity. In fact, it has many practical uses for the everyday web surfer. TOR basically conceals your identity and online activity using onion routeing. This is a method of encrypting your communications and sending them around the globe at random. This was they are untraceable. It’s useful for those who want online privacy without buying the hardware. You’ll also find it used in conjunction with some of the products mentioned here.

Check it out TOR Browser

InvizBox Go

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InvizboxGo

InvizBox is a real Goos3D favourite – we’ve written about it before. Invizbox Go combines the online privacy of a VPN all the while with access to the TOR browser. It’s made for those who want easy privacy on the go. With a simplified user interface and handy add on’s like a WiFi extender and power bank built in, it makes online privacy easy and practical. As another bonus, even with all of this, it’s also seriously compact. As far as privacy products and services go, this really goes above and beyond. Best of all, it’s an Irish start-up.

Check it out Invizbox

Anonabox

Anonabox
Anonabox

This company started as a combination of a Kickstarter and Indiegogo campaigns from 2014. Anonabox provides a top-level service aimed at protecting all aspects of your online privacy. Furthermore, this product is aimed more at the technologically advanced among us as it’s not as easy to use as Invizbox Go.

With several hardware options available at varying prices Anonabox has many different options to help you stay secure online. Essentially, Anonabox is a Linux-based device that uses the Tor network to scramble and hide all internet activity. There’s also the added bonus of allowing access to censored sites in regions where restrictions apply.

Check it out Anonabox

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