Monday, 22 October 2012

PowerCase



The PowerCase Classic is an ultra-slim and lightweight power case
that has an elegant leather flip cover design allowing easy access to
the touch screen whilst providing maximum strength and protection.

But, it isn’t just a protective case, this PowerCase sports a battery
which adds more life to an iPhone 4/4S. With the hard protective
shell, yet lightweight, low profile and slim design, users can easily
forget they are carrying extra power on the go.

Ask for your Company Logo on the case.




Product Provides Additional:

Talk Time:           up to 7 additional hours
Internet Surfing:   up to 6 additional hours
Video Playback:  up to 10 additional hours
Audio Playback:  up to 40 additional hours
Standby Time:     up to 300 additional hours

Saturday, 13 October 2012

Jake Hill - Ginetta GT Supercup driver


Last weekend, Connect IT, dipped its toe in the water to start sponsoring Jake Hill - an up and coming driver currently in the Ginetta GT Supercup.
Last weekend at Rockingham and Silverstone he finished on the podium - both days. 
This young man struggles for sponsorship each weekend - sometimes sitting in the pits waiting for tyres to be delivered - so no practice laps - only qualifying and he still manages P2 both days finishing 3rd. Incredible achievement. 
Read below last weekends story:

At the 'Home of British Motorsport', Silverstone Circuit, 18 year-old BRDC Rising Star Jake Hill put on another strong showing, with a front-row qualifying performance and a brace of third place finishes, taking his career podium tally to a remarkable 41 in just 78 races since Jake started racing in November 2008.

After spending Friday's practice concentrating on set-up as best as possible on old tyres, Hill and his Tollbar team faced yet-another battle to get funds in place to race, but support from John Miskin at Sportif and last-minute help from Ingram Generators, Cloud 9 Hosts, Connect-it, Mark Tayler, Mazza plus regular supporters FujiFilm, MMC Broking, On-Line Media, Celtic Speed and SDS Graphics saw Hill's Red Ginetta G55 line up for qualifying on Saturday morning after all.

On a damp but quickly drying track, Hill showed great maturity and calmness by waiting in the pits until there were just 8 minutes remaining to attack for Pole Position.



After gradually bringing the tyres up to temperature Hill quickly began to move up the order, and on his 4th flying lap set the fastest first sector time, narrowly missing out on Pole Position by just 0.081 seconds...qualifying second on the grid for the second time in 2012.

"The car felt really good and we did the right thing by waiting as long as possible - I'm glad I went out when I did though cos it took longer for the tyres to come in than usual - front row is mega though - I'm really pleased - thanks as always to Mike, Mary, Oscar, James and Rupert from Tollbar Racing for all their hard work!"

Hill who had his interview with Jason Plato and the KX Akademy panel last Thursday, focussed on a clean start in Saturday afternoon's race and got exactly that - matching Pole-man Andrew Richardson as they charged into Copse Corner for the first time.

Tracking Richardson closely a superb exit from Luffield corner saw Goudhurst's Hill sneak alongside Richardson just after Woodcote and into the lead as they began lap 2.

Immediately Hill began to edge clear - breaking the lap record as he looked to have developed a solid lead by lap 8.

Soon after though Hill began to struggle with rear end grip, and Richardson gradually caught up again, passing mid race and edging clear to Win his first G55 race.

Meanwhile championship challenger Carl Breeze also snuck past, and Hill fought hard with Tom Ingram for the balance of the 24 lap race, pulling clear late on to take a well-earned fourth Podium of 2012 and his 40th Career podium in total.

"The car was SO good at the beginning - absolutely superb, and I pulled away from Andy easily. Then it just felt really 'loose' at the back and it was a matter of time before Andy was on me and past, and Carl was a bit too strong too. I wasn't giving up though and the car felt better over the last four laps or so and I'm pleased to get on the Podium again!"

Lining up third for Sunday's race televised on ITV4, Hill was passed at the start by Ingram andthen Tom Sharp edged the pair of them wide and was up into 3rd place quickly.

A real scrap between Sharp, Ingram and Hill at the end of the lap saw Hill back ahead of Ingram by driving around the outside of Luffield and now into 4th place.

Carl Breeze had got into the lead at the start, hence Richardson had a charging Sharp to deal with who forced past into Brooklands in a robust move, then allowing Hill to chase Richardson down himself.

Getting a fantastic run out of Copse Corner, Hill dragged alongside into Abbey and up into 3rd place, pulling away and chasing after Sharp.

Behind Richardson charged back and in a close fight hit the back of Hill into Luffield, before Hill edged away and drove a consistent final few laps to take his second Podium of the weekend, his fifth of 2012 and his 41st career silverware.

With Breeze Winning with fastest lap and Sharp second the championship fight is now just two points apart between them as the series heads to Brands Hatch on the magnificent Grand Prix Circuit on the 20th & 21st October.

"Another great result and the car felt much more consistent today " smiled Jake. "We go to Brands for the final race - both Tom and Carl say it's their favourite track - well it's mine too and my home race - so I am gunning for at least one more Win there!" I just hope we can find the funds - so if anyone out there is interested in finding out what we can offer I'd really appreciate an email" said Jake.

For further info please visit Jake's website www.jakehill.co.uk or call Simon on 07811 348681





Stop Watch Hospitality

Recently we have started working to support Paul Clark, owner of  Stop Watch Hospitality - http://stopwatchhospitality.com/

Paul is a great champion of young, up coming drivers. Currently he is working with Luciano Bacheta - winner of the 2012 - F2 Chmapionship and Jake Hill - Ginetta GT Supercup - currently 7th in the championship.
Last weekend, Jake managed 2 podium finishes. Amazing when you consider some of the drivers he races against have been driving for 10 and 20 years.

On 19th October we have a sponsorship day for Jake Hill. Come and learn how sponsorship works including "Contra Deals". Experience how Hospitality could benefit your business or maybe someone else's business.
10.00am or 2.00pm.
Also, the same weekend is the British Touring Car Club. So, on the friday will be plenty of well known drivers, as well as Jake, on the track practicing.

If you would like to come, meet Jake, visit the pits, have a go on the Brands Hatch racing simulator in the Stop Watch Suite, email us at: info@connect-it.co and we will send you an invite.

Look forward to seeing you there.




Friday, 12 October 2012

GPS Tracking

vehicle tracker image

So how fast are your company vehicles?

When budgets are squeezed, use vehicle tracking to save money in your fleet both in fuel and running cost.

Click the image above for more details

Monday, 8 October 2012

Jake Hill great weekend


 Jake Hill two races, two podiums 
congratulations great weekend of racing!!!!
From all the team at Connect IT 

Tuesday, 25 September 2012

So, Here's the offer ...........................


Would you be interested in Bryan or I - I'm Chris, the elder statesman of Connect IT coming to see you in your office between now and Christmas ?
To spend a half day (or a full day depending on the size of your organisation) to listen to your pains, be bombarded by questions about your Communications - Office or Mobile, or anything else that you may want to discuss, say, learn or do in that time? 
We like listening to other people to see how we can help them so it always fun for us. It's amazing what comes out from these meetings often nothing to do with the core business. 

The truth of the matter is, Bryan and I honestly do want to make a difference to people’s businesses, their working lives and lives in general.  We believe that with Connect It you will feel a change.  At the end of it we may get some business.  But if we don’t, we will have learnt a lot too and maybe developed a relationship to help each other in the future.  
P.S. Bryan drinks Tea, I drink Water.  
Look forward to meeting you.
Tel: 08456 885 122


Thursday, 6 September 2012

Mobile Data Security

When you buy a laptop the salesperson will generally ask you if you would like to buy an Anti Virus package. After all, there are mischievous people out there hacking into computers every day. So, your laptop has to be safe and secure. Right ?

So, why are millions of people around the world using phones that offer little or no security? Millions are doing business on their phones, making payments, sending personal details over the ether but with no thought of security.
My theory, Its the bury my head in the sand scenario. It wont happen to me.
Why do heads of government around the world use a Blackberry ?
Why do businesses have their own server supporting their staff using a Blackberry ?

Nowadays people and businesses appear to be more concerned about image. Using the right looking phone is a prime example.
There is only one Mobile phone on the market that is safer to use when sending personal or confidential data.

Try this:
Tear a piece of paper into 128 pieces, then put it back together and now read the message. This is the Encryption that Blackberry offer - 128 Bit.

If you want peace of mind, it is seriously worth considering moving to a Blackberry.
Think about it - carefully.
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