Controlling our habitat with technology – how would you feel about a smart home?

At Soteria Cloud we like to keep up to date on cloud back up news as well as the latest developments in technology. While mobile phones, cloud computing and various other digital advancements seem to be making our lives easier, we simply cannot overlook one particular innovation; Smart homes!  We take a closer look at … Continue reading Controlling our habitat with technology – how would you feel about a smart home?

The doorbell that rings your Smartphone if you’re not home

Have you heard of the Ring? And no, we aren’t talking about the horror movie. The ring we are talking about is anything but scary! This device brings latest tech advancements to the fore! Now you can install a wireless doorbell that not only rings your Smartphone when someone is at your door, it also … Continue reading The doorbell that rings your Smartphone if you’re not home

Securing yourself and the family against home automation hacks

Home automation hacking is a dream come true for opportunistic criminals the world over. It’s a criminal’s lucky day when they can view CCTV footage of your home, lock and unlock your doors, deactivate the alarm, and even take a leisurely browse through your private information on your connected devices. A scary thought isn’t it! … Continue reading Securing yourself and the family against home automation hacks

Latest Tech! Are South Africans Really Secure In Their Connected Homes?

With smart homes already an integral part of many South African lifestyles, the question regarding security risks begs to be answered. If your home features a smart television, smart fridge, devices, a game station and various other internet connected devices, could your home security be at risk? Quite simply – it certainly could be. In … Continue reading Latest Tech! Are South Africans Really Secure In Their Connected Homes?

Internet Connected Homes Open to Hackers

Smart Devices Could be Putting Your Security at Risk At Soteria Cloud we are often concerned with just how little concern our clients take in their digital security. While secure and encrypted online backups are one way to protect your personal data and information, there are other security risks at play. Let’s take the smart … Continue reading Internet Connected Homes Open to Hackers

Surprisingly Hackable IoT Devices

If you are currently deeply enfolded in the convenience of connected IoT (Internet of Things) devices in the home, you’re possibly not prone to thinking about considering the risks that they can pose. Just as the IT infrastructure in your office can be hacked, so to can your home IoT devices be attacked by the … Continue reading Surprisingly Hackable IoT Devices

Top Trending Tech from CES 2020

The 2020 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) took place in Las Vegas from the 7th to the 10th of January 2020. With over 17 000 people visiting the show, spanning across exhibitors, media, and industry attendees, it was easy to overlook the highlights. There was just so much to take in! To summarise the top trending … Continue reading Top Trending Tech from CES 2020

Keeping you in touch with the top tech gadgets in 2019

New tech is exciting – there’s no denying that. While there seems to be a new tech frenzy and influx every year (it seems like every few minutes actually!) it can be hard to keep up with the top tech gadgets to hit the market. Want to know what’s the latest in summary for 2019 … Continue reading Keeping you in touch with the top tech gadgets in 2019

Leveraging disruptive technology to better our world

Who says disruptive technologies have to be used individually? What about pairing them up to enjoy a plethora of benefits? There are 3 technologies that can be leveraged to make the world a better place for all. These three technologies are: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Virtual Reality (VR) Internet of Things (IoT) How can these technologies … Continue reading Leveraging disruptive technology to better our world

Secure Yourself and your Business from Security Risks Set to Capture 2017 by Storm

Without a shadow of any doubt, the Internet of Things (IoT) has more than ‘connected’ us, and indisputably more than many of us ever thought possible. It has also brought a myriad of risks into our midst too. All things considered, it’s quite a scary concept that with smart home technology you can use the … Continue reading Secure Yourself and your Business from Security Risks Set to Capture 2017 by Storm