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How to Easily Print Text (SMS) and WhatsApp Messages on Android

There might be instances where you would have to produce a hard copy backup of your messages and emails as evidence of a

How to take a screenshot with the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus have moved the sleep/wake button to a new location, but you can still take screenshots as easily as ever. And yes, while this might be second-

5 hidden iOS 8 features that all Apple users should know: Revelation

APPLE 5 hidden iOS 8 features that all Apple users should know Learn about the hidden features in iOS 8 that you'll have a hard time living without... once you find out about them.

Nokia XL in the spotlight- Users' Reviews and Recommendations

We try to bring the Nokia XL Dual back into the smartphone spotlight by doing a short review on Nokia's Large screen budget Android device.

What to Expect: FIFA 15 - FEEL THE GAME (full Features for Consoles and PC)

Hi As we await the release of the full version of the best simulation football game on various consoles, PC, ANDROID and iOS, it would be nice to check out some of the

Easy: How to take a screenshot on the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Note Edge

Need to capture what's on your Galaxy Note 4 or Galaxy Note Edge screen? As ever, there are a few ways to do so ...

The most anticipated Smart phone 2014 announced (iPhone 6): SEE full specs

Now that the smartphone that has got everyone waitin has been announced, it would only be right to see its full

iPhone 6 comparison with Samsung Galaxy S5 (Android)

iPhone 6 vs Galaxy S5 The iPhone 6 is finally here, and with it comes a hype that only Apple can produce. Regardless of what features they stole from

Easy Fix for Google play error RPC:S-7:AEC-0 (no reboot required)

Recently I upgraded my Android device to 4.4.4 kitkat, and my experience on it was smooth until I had to update some apps.

Meet the New Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

Just a few days ago at the IFA 2014, Samsung Mobile announced a new smart phablet, the latest among its popular Note

Mobile security: How to protect your Android phone from Android Malware Apps

Taking steps to ensure the security of our mobile devices have become very essential and important in this age of increased data theft.

FIFA 15 coming soon- Launch Date: 26 September (PC, Consoles, Android and iOS)

Realistic Football simulation is back and better on the soon to launch FIFA 15. 

How to Update Galaxy Mega 6.3 I9200 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNE4 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 with model number GT-I9200 has started receiving Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number

How to Update Galaxy S4 Active I9295 with Android 4.4.2 XXUCNE4 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung has just started rolling out its first Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number I9295XXUCNE4 for the

How to Get 80mb for just #100 daily on Airtel for Android and iPhone users

It's no news that Android phones and iDevices consume lots of Internet data, which is basically as a result of a huge amount of apps and utilities which require internet connectivity.

How to Update Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNE6 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 with model number GT-N8000 has received the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number N8000XXUDNE6. The new

Facebook updates iOS and Android apps with Nearby Friends invites and offline likes

Facebook has two updates on the mobile world today. Facebook for iOS 11.0 got new additions to its Nearby Friends feature while Android hit version 10.0 with offline posting. Both updates are available

How to Update Galaxy Note 8.0 N5100 with Android 4.4.2 XWDNE2 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung has recently released a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the international 3G + Wi-Fi version of Galaxy Note 8.0 with model number GT-N5100. The new official

Samsung Galaxy W returns: Bigger and better

Samsung have released the rebranded 7" version of its 2011 low-end galaxy device for its korean market.

How to capture a screenshot of a blank notification area (Silly Android Tutorial for hTC devices)

With the Android kitkat update rolling out for more and more phones every week, if your device is being sidelined or has already been confirmed not getting an

how to Download torrent files on Android

Torrent file sharing over P2P network is hugely popular with PC users, but very few smartphone users know its available for them aswell.

How to setup key sounds on Android's default keyboard

This is a quick tutorial that teaches you how to enable sounds on your keyboard. Listening to sounds as you type on your smartphone is just cool and lots of Android users find this dificult to setup especially on

How to Refuse or Remove App Permissions (Revisited)

Today’s post is on Privacy, which is perhaps one of the -not so properly- addressed issues of all topics in the smartphone users’ community, especially in the developing countries. When it comes to the issue of privacy, most Smartphone users just wave it aside (claiming not to have anything to hide). The truth is: A few applications that run on your smartphone (especially Third-Party apps), request for and collect way too much information about you from your phone than they actually need.

Take ScreenShots in three easy steps on any Smartphone.

This is a reviewed and updated tutorial on how you can easily capture your device’s screen or simply take screenshots on your device.

How to Update Galaxy Note 2 N7100 with Android 4.4.2 XXUFND3 KitKat Official Firmware

The international version of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 with model number GT-N7100 has just received a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number

How to Backup your Android in four(4) easy steps

A device backup is easy to have but the method employed entirely depends on the level you want to backup to or the main purpose of having a backup.

How to save internet data bandwidth (mb) on your smartphone

Are you on a low-budget mobile internet data plan? Do you lack access to Wi-Fi connection in your area? Or is your mobile phone data consumption thinning out your wallet? A lot of new users of Android complain bitterly about how much data their new Android device consumes. The truth is, a lot of smartphone funtionalities these days depend heavily on internet connectivity.

2 Awesome Facebook features you may never have used

Lots of social media users only care about the basics, because many use these media leisurely. Facebook is one of the most popular and have even recently taken to buying bits and pieces of other 'intern-tainment'(funny word for other internet-based 'social media') companies to expand and improve on the services it renders.   Chief among the extra features Facebook account owners use is playing Games, sending gifts... Facebook (and other social media) is also a platform for groups and companies to

Andoid 101- How to clear battery stats/History on Htc, Samsung, Tecno, Gionee, Infinix

Clearing your device's battery stats is another basic or rudimental thing, it may not be important to all users, but if you care about your battery then you should know how to do this.

How to Root Galaxy S5 (All Models) on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

We  belong to the generation where smart phones get customized even before being officially available. The hTC M8 got rooted before launch, You can now root your new Samsung Galaxy S5 device using these simple steps courtesy of Honai of Android . Not sure if you should Root your phone? see this to get started . Please follow the step carefully so you don't break your lovely phone Announced in February 2014, Samsung Galaxy S5 is now available for

Funny: How to get popular on Facebook

Ok, if this could be classified as a tutorial then I guess it fits right in here. Since we work day and night to get you the coolest of the news, the best of tricks and tweaks on smart devices, then this tutorial on how to get popular on Facebook should be useful to you. Just came across these tips on getting popular on Facebook recently and I have not been able to try it out myself. Fortunately though, our source is a reliable one. Now lets look at the tips that should help you gain popularity on Facebook, as a group, Company or individual.

Samsung Galaxy S5 may not be the Deal this year after all.

The Samsung Galaxy S5 only launched over 24 hours ago in over 120 countries world wide. It comes with awesome features that would leave any smartphone lover wanting to get a taste. Features like -a Paypal Certified- fingerprint scanner/sensor, IP67 certified- water and dust resistance, wireless charging, Air gesture and so much more...visit GSMArena for detailed specs of Samsung Galaxy S5 . However, the new Samsung device may not be the best smartphone yet and that it comes short in a number of features behind the hTC M8 and iPhone 5s. We have previously reviewed the Samsung Galaxy S5 and hTC M8 , with a quick comparison between the two smartphones competing for 'the Smartphone-of-the-Year Award'.

Blackberry leaving the handset Market?

There have been recent posts on the internet suggesting that Blackberry may be leaving the handset market, but according to a report from InsideBlackerry , the CEO of Blackberry himself,  John Chen clarified the recent claim and reiterated that BlackBerry would Not be Leaving the Handset Market.

Hot Apps: Cut The Rope 2, Floating calculator, FireChat, LinkBubble...

It is true the Android app collection contains millions of apps, it is also true that new Android apps are being developed and released on daily basis, but not many are noteworthy and attract huge downloads. Among the very best and hot apps out there, we have brought some of the Hottest. These apps are receiving tons of downloads every day and actually worth trying out (just in case you have not got them installed already). 1. Cut the Rope 2:

How to Update Samsung Galaxy S2 GT I9100 with Kitkat 4.4.2 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy S2 GT I9100 Android smartphone can now be updated with the latest version of Kitkat 4.4.2. Unfortunately, Samsung won’t be pushing the update officially to  Galaxy S2  devices. But all thanks to the custom ROM makers who are working constantly to come out with the most stable firmwares based on the Kitkat 4.4.2 firmware. So let’s check out the detailed list of quick pre-requisites mentioned below before heading to the detailed guide which will help you upgrade the firmware.

How to Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNC1 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900) users in Southeast Asian countries has just received a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number N900XXUDNC1. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES. Firmware details PDA: N900XXUDNC1 CSC: N900OLBDNC1 MODEM: N900DXUDNC1 Version: Android 4.4.2

How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 XXUENC2 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung has rolled out another Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Snapdragon variant of Galaxy Note 3 with model number SM-N9005. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES. Firmware details PDA: N9005XXUENC2 CSC: N9005LUXENC1 MODEM: N9005XXUENC2

How to Update Galaxy Grand Duos I9082 with Android 4.2.2 XXUBNB1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos with model number GT-I9082 has already received Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number I9082XXUBNB1. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES. Firmware details PDA: I9082XXUBNB1 CSC: I9082OXXBNA2 MODEM: I9082XXUBNA3 

How to Update Galaxy S4 Mini (Latin) I9195L with Android 4.2.2 UBUBNC1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

The Latin American version of Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini with LTE network support (GT-I9195L) has already received a new Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number I9195LUBUBNC1. The new official update is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES. Firmware details PDA: I9195LUBUBNC1 CSC: I9195LUUBBNC3

How to root the Verizon HTC One M8 using WeakSauce by jcase

Rooting has its many advantages , that's why the moment an Android device is announced many developers work to get it rooted so everyone can enjoy the device's full potentials. Verizon’s HTC One M8 may not have enjoyed a day one root, but it didn’t take long for one developer to do the deed. Prominent developer jcase has dropped the first root method for the device, giving users a way to get advanced access to their phones for things like backing your firmware up or overclocking. It’s called WeakSauce, and it’s available for use right now.

How to Update Samsung Galaxy S4 to Android 4.4.2 Kitkat

After Samsung only recently rolled out update for Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE  GT-I9505, you could follow the below instructions to   manually  install the latest firmware update to your compatible device. Firmware Details Model:          Galaxy S4 LTE (GT-I9505) PDA:             I9505XXUFNC9 CSC:              I9505OXEFNC1 MODEM:     I9505XXUFNC9

iOS 7 Activation Lock bypass discovered, protect yourself with Touch ID or Passcode

Just recently saw a post on imore , the topic is so important we decided to share with our lovely readers.  A bug has been found in iOS 7 that allows a an attacker with physical control over a lost or stolen iPhone to get around  Activation Lock  and gain access to the device. Unfortunately, the

Galaxy S4 LTE Gets I9505XXUFNC9 Android 4.4.2 KitKat Official Firmware

Okay, the wait is over for a Kitkat update! We can confirm from reliable source  that: Samsung has just released a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat stock build with base firmware I9505XXUFNC9 for the LTE version of Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). The new firmware build is now available for the Galaxy S4 users in Russia. Also, users from firmware supported regions can install the update. Firmware Details Model: Galaxy S4 LTE (GT-I9505)

AutoPilot app for switching to and from Airplane mode

The battery drain issues and how to extend battery life are still important topics to talk about. As a matter of fact, talks about 'battery' takes a huge share of total tech topics on the internet these days. Switching to Airplane mode is the best way to save battery especially when in or around places with poor network signal. Other ways can be found in these posts here and here .

The New hTC Sense 6.0 can be downloaded to your compatible hTC device

Hey guys, here is good news for hTC android device users that would not be buying the new hTC M8 smartphone any time soon. Now you can get the latest hTC skin "Sense 6.0" for free on the Google Play store.  According to news from   AndroidGuys : "Alongside the new  HTC One M8  that was announced last week, HTC also introduced their new  Sense 6.0  custom skin for Android, and also published most of the Sense 6.0 apps on the Google Play Store to allow easier updating.

FireChat for Android now available

The all new and intuitive app that allows you and your friends connect without internet is finally here on the Android platform. Just about 2 weeks ago, we brought you the news update when  Open Garden announced the availability of FireChat for the iOS 7 and 7.1 devices . The FireChat app makes use of a technology which Open Garden referred to as their "Mesh Networking Technology". 

Leaked iPhone 6 pics: Curved and Slim design

As it has been for some time now in the tech world, leaked images of devices been expected circulate round the internet. But another round of leaked images have been released and it gives hope to iPhone lovers. The leaked images actually shows the iPhone 6 having the much demanded curvy look and seem flat or slimmer that its predecessors- more like the Samsung design. If you are one of the millions out there who can't wait to set eyes on the food Apple is cooking, then check out the images we've brought for you. Courtesy of Today's iPhone

App of the Day: ROM Toolbox (For Users with Root)

Rom toolbox is a must-have tweaking application for android users with root access . The choice of Rom Toolbox in this review has come as a result of the completeness of the app relative to other applications in its category. This app will help you take full advantage of android's openness to modification and customization which many refer to as tweaking. With Rom toolbox , tweaking and customizing your smart device is very easy with virtually no foreknowledge of tweaking required.

Samsung Galaxy S3 to get Android 4.4.2 Kitkat Update

For you guys out there using Galaxy S3 smartphone here's good news for you.  According to this report from Android geeks , your phone may just be getting an update of  the -widely believed to be- most stable Android OS version. We’ve previously reported that Samsung might have cancelled the android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Samsung Galaxy S3, but it seems like they’ve changed their mind now. This comes as great news for all Galaxy S3 users and we hope that Samsung is going to release the update soon, though no estimated date of arrival has been given,

Apple and Samsung set to unveil first Joint-effort Phone called Galaxy Apple

Samsung Galaxy S5 baby monitor mode revealed

Baby crying detector' beams notifications to your Gear smartwatch Have you just pre-ordered the new S5? or are you nursing a baby? Then this news will make you want to own a Samsung Galaxy S5 in a hurry. Samsung smartphones are all about the features, but one unique capability we didn't hear about at the Galaxy S5's Barcelona launch event is its apparent ability function as a baby monitor. Tracked down by Malaysian site  SoyaCincau , the feature, dubbed "Baby crying

How to change Lockscreen sound and other notification sounds on Android (HTC, LG, Samsung, Tecno, Gionee, Sony, Infinix)

The Android operating system is a highly customizable platform and many love it for this sole feature. Changing the lockscreen sound isn't what most smartphone users fancy that much...its only customization freaks like myself that would want to change lockscreen sounds. There are of course a number of 3rd party apps that can be used to achieve this, However, this tutorial is a 'do it yourself' kinda tutorial. Steps may look complicated, but doing this is really simple--trust me! What you need

How to change boot animation on HTC, Samsung, Sony, Gionee, Tecno, Lg

The stock boot animations on many android phones are quite dull and boring to be honest, apart from the boot animations on Samsung, Sony and a few other phones. If you use a network operator branded phone such as at&t, verizon, Tmobile and a host of others, you would always be reminded by your boot animation that you use a contract phone. Just in case you wish to remove these boring animations and replace them with something lively and funky, then you should continue reading.

Samsung Bluetooth smart-Light Bulb unveiled

Just less than a week ago, LG unveiled their Smart LED light bulbs  that could be controlled over WiFi by our mobile phones running on Android and iOS, now what do we have- Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S5 Hands-On Review

Design – Plastic not so fantastic Samsung has come under great pressure to copy the metal body of the HTC One, but it has stuck to its guns with the plastic chassis of the Galaxy S5. It does feel different to the S4. The S5 has a more textured and dimpled finish which makes it easier to hold than both its predecessor and the slippery M8, though it lacks the grip of the rubber finish on the black edition of the LG Nexus 5 (the white edition is bizarrely slippery).

Quick comparison: HTC One (M8) versus Samsung Galaxy S5 specs

How do HTC and Samsung's flagship smartphones compare on paper?

App of the Day: Agent - do not disturb & more

Our devices are now more like accessories than gadgets, since they are with us pretty much 24 hours of the day. So what better way to make the object that is with you for most of the day more useful and integrated into helping you in day-to-day activities. There are many tools on the Google Play Store that will help you remember where you car is, or silence your phone during the night, but Agent on Android bundles 5 of those most useful tools together into one app, puts a great user interface on it, and here you have our Android App of the Day. What does Agent feature?

Tips on how to extend battery life span

Smart phone manufacturers are yet to invest enough in the technology that will significantly improve the performance of batteries that power their products. Many have argued and shared theirs opinions on various platforms concerning topics bordering on "power/battery technology". However, it has failed to assist many tech users (smartphone users especially) to keep their devices powered-on without always having their chargers close at hand. If you are one of many having battery issues on your smart device, then the following tips should be useful to you!  Battery life Improvement  tips 1. Full cycle of charge and discharge : You would usually get the instruction "charge battery full before first use" on newly purchased

HTC ONE M8 Announced: Its Official

It’s finally official, folks. The all new HTC One M8 — also known as the HTC M8 and HTC One 2014 — has been officially announced by the Taiwanese manufacturer. The surprise factor has been crushed by tons of leaks leading up to today’s happenings, but the details are finally official and this is the phone you can look forward to as early as today. It’s an all-metal, zero-gap unibody chassis with a whole lot of goodness packed inside. HTC took special care to mention that their antenna is built into the rear of the device’s body, so the metal shouldn’t interfere with day-to-day usage. Let’s hop right into what makes its gears turn!

Android 101: How to Perform a Factory reset

Performing Factory reset is one that will be necessary at some point in your smartphone usage life. Factory reset helps to fix a lot of issues easily that otherwise would have been expensive to fix. A factory reset simply means a complete wipe of your device usage history, data, logs and apps, then a restoration of the device to initial state (as it was when manufacturer shipped device out).    Some signs your Phone needs a factory Reset When your device fails to boot up due to missing system app/file: If an app like the "Home launcher" is broken, your device will not boot up (no UI); or a missing system font.

Making your notification area more useful and Beautiful

The notification area on Android is very customizable, from it you can navigate to any location in your device, you can toggle pretty much any thing toggleable (connectivity, Screen timeout, notification profile...), launch an application and so on. However, to explore more features available on the notification area, you need to install-third party apps.  Some extra things you can do with a third-party enhanced notification area include

Batch freezing: How to freeze more than one app at once

A lot of times the need arises for an application to be stopped from running both in the background and foreground. It is a matter of choice what application you use to meet a need on your smartphone, however, there are a number of apps that have unique features. You might need to freeze an app if its service(s) interfere with a task you would like to carry out per time. For example, having a task killer when you want to multi-task makes it very difficult, however, you can freeze the task killer app for the period you wish to multi-task. there several other reasons to freeze an app instead of completely uninstalling it.

Managing clippings on Android using Clipper (save, edit and share whatever you copy)

Copying of texts is as easy as holding down the text area you wish to copy, select copy and holding down your finger on the blank space you wish to paste, select paste. However, managing these temporary clippings is what has not been provided for by default on Android. The memory in which these temporary clippings are stored is called the Clipboard and is programmed to store only one item of clipping at a time. This means that, after you copy a text item and use it, it will be erased the moment another item is copied an therefore not accessible until you recopy that item. It is a very daunting task if you do a lot of copying and pasting, to always have to recopy an item that you have already copied to the clipboard before.

How to share Installed Applications (with Root access)

We have discussed on how to share applications when you don't have root access on your phone. There is almost no limitation to what you can do on a Rooted Android device , from tweaking to customizing and more. When you install applications directly from Playstore, copies of apk files can only be found in a system-root-level folder on your device's storage, you will not be able to access these files if you do not have root permission in the event you want to share any with friends. If your have rooted your smart phone and you wish to share an application(s) that you have downloaded from an app store like Google Playstore, then this post should be helpful. Please: You are encouraged not to share paid-apps, as this might be considered an offence.

Quick way to create a text file or docx file

This is a short post on a short method of creating text-based files, this can help you save texts that you have copied (on to the clipboard) from anywhere.  If you wish to quickly create such then do the following Copy whatever text you wish to save to the clipboard Open your file browser (demonstrated on Solid Explorer) Click "create new" Type the name of the file you wish to create and end it with ".txt" or ".doc" and click OK Open the file you have just created as a 'text' file and paste what you have previously copied 

How to hide a file or folder on Android

Hiding files or folders is so easy on Android but not so many know how to. The truth is there are a lot of files and folders in your Sdcard and on your phone's internal storage that you don't know exists. Well, there are many reasons to want to hide a file or folder. whether you want to hide a file because its dirty or private, or just to protect it from accidental deletion, the method is same. There may exist other ways to go about hiding a file or folder on Android, but this is the easiest and the quickest. What you need

How to share Installed Applications (without Root access)

Ever downloaded a very cool app and you really wish to share with your friend but you couldn't or din't have a clue how to? Or have you got a collection of great apps you wish to share with a friend? This post will show you a simple way to quickly share the apps installed on your phone with anyone and at any time. Well first, it is good to know that apps that you have downloaded directly from Stores like the Google Playstore cannot be shared -there are a few reasons to justify that. Once an application is installed from these stores, the installation package is deleted from your device, but a copy is saved in a folder that cannot accessed by ordinary smart phone users or without root permission .

How to create and share animated GIFs right from your iPhone

Animated GIFs are an entertaining way to share short clips via text and social networks. Most GIFs contain funny clips that are looped and annotated. If you've ever wondered whether or not you can make your own GIFs right from your iPhone, wonder no more — the answer is YES! How to make your own animated GIFs on your iPhone In order to make animated GIFs on your iPhone you'll need to enlist the help of some third party

How to keep using your iCloud calendar and reminders on an Android device

If you're curious about trying an Android device then you might be interested to know that you need not abandon your iCloud calendar or reminders for Google based alternatives. With so many great devices on the market these days running Android it's perfectly reasonable to expect someone to have a mix of both platforms in their lives. Keeping your iCloud calendar running on Android is a piece of cake.

App of the day: My Backup

The issue of data loss prevention on smartphone devices can not be over-stressed. It is very important to develop the habit of regularly backing up your smart phone data to prevent against losing them.  I personally had an experience where I mistakenly factory-reset my phone, but I felt cool because I had a full backup of my smart phone, had a restoration done in a matter of minutes! Can you say this about your smart phone? If not, then today's app is just for you! My Backup MyBackup is the easiest backup for Android. Supporting the most content, and the most Android devices. Backup (with schedule option) to our online secure servers, or SD card, your Applications, Photos, Music, Videos, Contacts, Call log, Browser Bookmarks, SMS (text messages), MMS (message attachments), Calendar, System Settings, Home Screens (including shortcut positions), Alarms, Dictionary, Music Playlists, APNs, and more… IN BETA: Trigger a backup to begin on your phone (Android 2.2+ only) fro

10 important URLs that every single Google user needs to know

These links will help you manage Privacy related issues on you Google account Personally, I love that Google is so creative with my private data. I am fully aware that in order to use Google’s many great “free” services, I pay the company in information about myself that helps it serve better ads. That same information lets it create fantastic services such as Google Now, and it saves me a tremendous amount of pain and suffering. It also, of course, helps make Google Search better. But even if you’re like me and you’re happy with this model, it’s still very important to be fully aware of what Google collects and how you can control it. With that in mind, here are 10 important URLs compiled recently  by  Digital Inspiration  that every single Google user should be aware of. https://accounts.google.com/SignUpWithoutGmail  — Create a Google account with your

How To Boot into Safe mode on Any Android Device

Safe Mode! Booting into this mode is quite easy, and it requires holding –on most occasions- just a button. Safe mode is that light mode where only system applications are loaded onto the OS. This means that, all third party applications will not be loaded and hence, not work. The safe mode is there for you to perform some troubleshooting on your phone in the event of a device malfunction, and determine if the malfunction was caused by an application you’ve installed on your phone -For example, when you all of a sudden start experiencing restarting or freezing by your smartphone. If your phone stops restarting or freezing (or stops acting funny)

How to set up phone Lock on Android

Privacy We all know how important it is to maintain good smartphone security. While the basics and fundamentals may not always seem important, they often go the longest way in ensuring you stay safe. One of those basics is setting up lock-screen protection on your Android device, so you can be sure you’re the only one who can access your phone (you know, just in case you have some sensitive information or other bits of data that you don’t desire others to see). So how’s it done? It’s quite simple, actually, so let’s just jump right into it. Knowing your options

App Of The Day: Switchr (Best task switcher out there)

Do you fancy multi-tasking without delay? For most part of last year, Switchr was one of the Best apps on the android platform. It is especially light and super fast, it affords you the oppurtunity of switching between tasks quickly and stylishly too. This app is particularly recommended for blogging on the move, from editing photos, to surfing the net, to staying updated with news on twitter and facebook and lots more that blogging requires. Currently, Switchr is Rated 4.2 on the Google Playstore

LG unveils Smart LED Bulb, works with iOS and Android

Your Phone gets Smarter with LG  LG has unveiled its first ever smart LED light bulbs. Called the LG Smart Bulb, it’s able to connect to Android 4.3+ and iOS 6+ devices using Wi-Fi, allowing you to control it from your smartphone or tablet. The LG Smart Bulbs are low wattage with LG claiming they’ll run for more than a decade. The company has also baked some interesting features in the software controlling them. One of

White House to Switch from Blackberry to Android (Samsung or LG)

Could This be True? The rumors flying around about the change in the White House's smart Phone choice may just be true. There has  been talks of a possible change in the White House workers' smartphones on the internet very recently. According to  Wall Street Journal,  The White House is testing smartphones from   Samsung Electronics   Corp. and   LG

App of the Day: Just 6 weeks

Are you looking forward to having that sporty look but too lazy to even finish a set of push-ups? Or is there some other thing you find difficult to complete? You don't have to worry anymore, because with 'Just 6 weeks' application, you just got yourself a helper.  Just 6 weeks is the right tool you need to reach any goal you have set. Just 6 Weeks  

App of the Day: City Maps 2Go offline Maps

We will be bringing to you apps on the Android platform that are going to be useful to you in your daily activities. These apps are handy and available to you for free download: City Maps 2Go Offline Maps INCLUDING unlimited maps and guide downloads. 100% offline. No data roaming or WiFi required. The most downloaded app of its kind. Ideal for trips abroad and at home. ♕ Featured in Time Magazine, WallStreetJournal, BBC Travel

SmartWatch: From Samsung Gear to moto 360 now Google's Smartwatch

Peeble, Galaxy Gear, Moto 360, LG G watch... The Battle between Smartphone manufacturers have taken a new twist in the last year. It seems the likes of LG, Motorola, Samsung, Apple and most recently Google have now switched their attentions and resources to unveiling smart watches.  These smart watches come with the basic features that are found on normal smart phones and are interestingly becoming accepted by many. Here are some of the popular Smart watches you may want to choose from The Peeble: The  Pebble  is a  smartwatch  developed by Pebble Technology and released in 2013.  The Pebble is compatible with iPhones and select Android devices. When connected to your phone, it is able to receive a vibrated alert to text messages, emails, incoming calls, and

How to get extra Battery Life on iPhone

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