E-whizz Blog

New Hosting Provider

Tue, 15 May 12 08:54:00 +1000

Our planned migration to a new faster and more reliable web host went as planned, so we are back up with a minimum of down time.

Scheduled Downtime

Mon, 14 May 12 15:59:00 +1000

We are planning schedued downtime tonight from 9pm AEST.

This is to move to a more reliable web host.

Please ensure that orders are in before 9pm before the stpre goes into offline mode.

Mothers Day Ideas

Mon, 07 May 12 13:07:00 +1000

Mothers Day is fast approaching! So now is the time to get organised and get your thinking caps on for some gift ideas to recognise the amazing work that Mum do for us every other day of the year.

So here's some extra information to help you get organised for Mothers Day.

The date: Mothers day in Australia will be on Sunday 13th May.

Some ideas

Well, different families have different ideas on how much to spend, so we have a few ideas based on different budgets. Don't forget, we can take care of the shipping and send it directly to your Mums place.

$5 - Is you mum a Fashionista?We have phone cases starting from just five bucks so you can give that smartphone a new look.
$20 - Does she enjoy puzzles or games? Check out the software department for hours of fun.
$50 -Does your mum travel frequently for work for for fun? Check out the range of accessories for in the car.
$100 - Does your mum enjoy listening to the radio? A digital radio opens up a whole new world of clarity and new radio stations.
$150- Maybe your Mum is a budding photographer or just loves to capture your families memorys . Our camera department has lots of great ideas.

Finally

Don't forget our gift certificates, Starting at $10, a gift certificate is a great way for you to choose the budget but for her to choose a gift that is really useful.

New Australia Post Services

Fri, 04 May 12 09:04:00 +1000

Our Australia Post Account Manager has been telling us about some cool features that we can offer to customers.

1) The new app for iPhone allows tracking of parcels which is handy given the number of customers no buying through their smart phone.

http://auspost.com.au/about-us/australia-post-mobile-website.html

2) There is also a new 'my delivery' service launched recently, that allows you to build watch lists of items in transit and (get this) you can also forward items to an alternative address if you have moved on, or if they want to collect it during work hours. There is a fee for this, but its less that the usual cost of resending.

http://auspost.com.au/personal/my-deliveries.html

These links can be accessed when using the tracking numbers on notification of dispatch.

Competition winner Announced

Tue, 01 May 12 10:10:00 +1000

Congratulations to Leyla Choueiri from Sydney who was won the draw for a Fitness Pack from Wahoo Fitness. We will be contacting her with details on how to claim her prize.

If you're not already on the mailing list, you can join here to get notified of future competitions.

Dry-Phone

Thu, 26 Apr 12 14:19:00 +1000

Heading to the beach? On the water? Are you off for a swim or (maybe this is stretching it) the shower but can't bear to leave your phone behind? Do you need to keep you dry?

When check out this rugged dry back for your phone. Its a great way to protect your phone from dust or water.

The bags uses are only limited by your imagination.

Follow the link to find out more.

http://techverse.com.au/waterproof-iphone-case/prod_2674.html

Last week of Competition

Mon, 23 Apr 12 11:51:00 +1000

There just seven days left to win our Wahoo Fitness Pack competition so if you or someone you know would like to enter now is the time to act.

The competition is over at http://techverse.com.au/win-an-iphone-fitness-pack/blog_44.html

Why not spread the news by using the facebook and twitter buttons at the bottom of our blog pages.

iPhone holder for your treadmill or X-trainer

Thu, 12 Apr 12 15:21:00 +1000

So, here's a response to our recent facebook page post about how to make an iPad carrier for use on your cross trainer or running machine.

If you haven't seen the instructional to the video you can see it here.

So this got us thinking about how me might mount an iPhone to our home gym equipment and to prevent the reoccurance of the smashed screen that happened for one us recently.

It's actually suprisingly easy when in the heat of a sprint an arm caught the headphone lead of the phone and sent it for to the floor.

The solution is suprisingly simple.

It's just a matter of repurposing the wahoo bike case and mounting it to the cross trainer.

The wahoo bike case is known to be one of the most rugged bases out there and because the ANT+ adaptor is built into the case, you can monitor info like heart rate data and publish to your favourite training portal when your done.

The downside.

This only works if you have your own home gym equipment. I can imagine that your gym staff would be too happy if you ziptied a bike mount to their stuff.

So, we're wondering... is there a less permanant solution for all you guys with gym memberships out there?

Have you found a solution worth sharing? Have you found a way to repurpose wahoo gear that you want to share?

Let us know at our facebook page

Win an iPhone Fitness Pack

Mon, 12 Mar 12 23:31:00 +1100

Your chance to win one of two iPhone fitness packs from Wahoo Fitness.

With the great fitness packs you can transform your iPhone into the ultimate fitness companion.

1)The Run and Gym Pack allows monitor and track your heart rate as you train and use countless apps to share your workouts.

2) The bike pack allows you to connect with your heart rate monitor and speed and cadence sensor conveniently from your handlebar stem.

To win, simply enter your details below to be included in the draw. The winner will get to choice either a Wahoo Bike pack or a Wahoo Run / Gym Pack.

Competition details

Closing Date :Monday 30 April 2012, 3PM

Competition is subject to our terms

The winner will be chosen using the barrel draw selection method.

The winner will be notified directly and the winner will be announced on our website the day after the draw.

NSW Permit Number LTPS/12/02101

Delivery - Flood affected regions

Wed, 07 Mar 12 08:38:00 +1100

Australia post have issued a media release regarding delivery to some regions affected by flooding. Although the media release talks about isolated delays, we are noticing some additional shipping time is warranted for some of our customers.

We thank you for your patience.

View the media release at

http://auspost.com.au/about-us/isolated-mail-delays-due-to-flooding.html