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Deal of the Week | Slimline RFID Credit Card Protector Wallet $6.99 (reg. $19.99)

by Postmaster General | Jun 21, 2019 | Deal of the Week, Security, Wearables

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This week’s DEAL: Slimline RFID Credit Card Protector Wallet $6.99

(reg. $19.99)

Protect your privacy and your assets from prying hackers! Use this RFID Credit Card Protector Wallet to protect your credit card’s embedded information from stealth invaders. Excellent solution for both men and women, making it a great universal gift idea. Perfect for when you need a few cards, a bit of cash, and you’re tight on space in your bag or pocket. Made of sturdy, high-quality, fingerprint-resistant stainless steel. Our RFID Credit Card Protector Wallet usually goes for $19.99, but as this week’s DOTW, it’s just $19.99! Available in black or silver.

This offer runs from Friday, June 21st through Thursday, June 27th, 2019, while supplies last. Sorry, no rain checks.

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Deal of the Week | Sliding Webcam Security Shield $6.99 (reg. $12.99)

by Postmaster General | Mar 29, 2018 | Deal of the Week, iOS Devices, Mac, Security, Windows PC

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THIS WEEK’S DEAL: Sliding Cyber Webcam Security Shield $6.99
(Reg. $12.99)

The FBI strongly recommends you cover your laptop’s webcam – and for good reason. A piece of tape works OK, but what happens when you pull it off? It can leave a smear of adhesive right across the lens of your webcam, which doesn’t do its video quality any favors. Enter the Cyber Webcam Shield, a much smarter solution that also looks a lot better than a raggedy piece of tape. It installs in seconds, is dead-simple to use, and is affordable enough that you’ll want to use one on your smartphone and tablet cameras, too. Reasonable at its usual price of $12.99, it’s an absolute “must have” as this week’s DOTW, when you grab it for a paltry $6.99.

Safeguard your digital life by preventing unwanted video and still photo access to your webcam
Made from sturdy ABS plastic with increased adhesive capacity
Bright green indicator tells at a glance if camera shield is open or closed
Works for nearly all laptops, tablets, smartphones, smart TVs, PS4, Xbox, and more
Installs in seconds: simply clean the surface of your device around the webcam, let it dry, align and adhere
Uses industrial-strength double-sided 3M adhesive

This offer runs from Friday, March 30th through Thursday, April 5th, 2018, while supplies last. Sorry, no rain checks.

ALERT: KRACK Wi-Fi hack threatens all networks. Here’s how to stay safe.

by Postmaster General | Oct 19, 2017 | Security, Service Bulletin, Tech News

A serious flaw in the Wi-Fi standard has left millions of networks, computers, and devices vulnerable to potentially devastating attacks. Once infiltrated, the so-called KRACK exploit allows hackers to monitor all traffic you send over your Wi-Fi network. That includes private information like passwords, login info, as well as social security and credit card numbers.

Just say “no” to KRACK

Connecting Point’s Service Manager, Jason Kellogg, spoke recently to Newswatch 12’s Sionan Barrett about the threat presented by the KRACK exploit, and what can be done to make your network, your computers, and your devices safe and secure.

Part One: Wi-Fi Networks Vulnerable To Hackers
Part Two: New Hack Leaves Wi-Fi Networks Vulnerable

If you’d like more information, you can read this in-depth article from PC World.

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Are Today’s Cameras Cybersecure? 10 Tips to Avoid Camera Hacking

by Postmaster General | May 5, 2017 | Service Bulletin, Tech Tips

Guest post by Vound Software and Ghergich & Co.

Computer webcams, home security systems, and baby and pet monitors allow us to stay connected 24/7. These camera-enabled devices allow us to video chat with family members and work contacts and keep tabs on the safety of our homes, pets, and children with ease. But all this connectivity opens us up to some serious vulnerabilities. Cyber hackers can gain access to some of our most intimate moments if we don’t take the proper precautions. Thankfully, there are ways to protect ourselves-beyond covering your computer webcam with masking tape. Check out the infographic below to better safeguard your devices.

Are Today’s Cameras Cybersecure? 10 Tips to Avoid Camera Hacking

Deal of the Week | Apr. 17th, 2015: SyncStop Safe Charging USB Adapter for $14.99 (reg. $19.99)

by Postmaster General | Apr 17, 2015 | Deal of the Week, iOS Devices

And now for something completely different…

In late 2013, a small, Portland-based independent security firm called Xipiter built the first version of SyncStop (which was originally called the “USB Condom,” until cooler heads prevailed) to scratch an itch: They wanted to minimize the risks involved with charging their own mobile devices in public areas.

When they tweeted about their invention, they were immediately flooded with emails and calls – and realized they were on to something big. The first production run sold out in a matter of days, spurring them to refine (and rename) their product.

Connecting Point is proud to be the first in our area to carry SyncStop, designed and built by another locally owned, independently operated business. And we’re inspired to offer this already-affordable gadget at a 25% discount, as this week’s Deal of the Week.

Click here to learn more about this week’s DOTW.