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Samsung Galaxy S3 has again started to upgrade to Android 4.3

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Smartphone by Samsung with the unenviable history of receiving updates of all generations flagship devices linear Galaxy, masthead unit last year, Galaxy S3 once again began to get a firmware update to Android 4.3. While many flagship products have already received or will soon receive a new version of OS Android 4.4, last year's flagship Koreans in its history, never having received the latest version of the operating system, most users continue to work on the basis of an outdated version of Android 4.1. Recall, Samsung several times already initiated the process of scanning the upgrade to version 4.3 for this device and each time was forced to suspend newsletter updates in response to numerous complaints of users of the numerous mistakes and failures manifested after installing the new firmware. It is hoped that this time the manufacturer still managed to bring to mind the assembly Anadroid 4.3 on this machine, because it should be updated to the latest official flagship Sa

Motorola is considering launching Moto X sales outside the U.S.

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Motorola has seriously attended to the question of increasing the volume of sales of its flagship smartphone Moto X. Quite a strange decision artificially restrict market this model only manufacturer in North America faced with a completely predictable result - a relatively low volume of sales. One solution to the issue, which is now considering manufacturer, is to expand the geography of sales of this model and the start of the official Moto X supplies to the countries of Europe, Africa and the Middle East. This information in an interview with a representative of the Marketing Department announced the Motorola Marcus Frost. If a positive resolution of this issue will still be accepted, users living outside the U.S. will be able to acquire not only the flagship of the budget modification known as Moto G, but also the company's flagship smartphone.

Updated online service Google

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Google has greatly expanded the list of features its own service online notes Google Keep, a customer who has recently been included in the list of standard applications built into the Android OS. One of the major innovations was the appearance of support for reminders, which makes Google Keep a full-featured task manager. The application has learned to derive a reminder on certain criteria, such as the time of the event and the geographical position of the user at the moment. Both parameters are prompted to work independently and can be pre-set by the user with the possibility of making changes to already established a reminder. In addition to Google Keep improved work with images. Users now have the option to add a photo to a note from the already existing in the gallery. The new version of Google Keep soon will be available for users of devices running on OS Android in all regions.

HTC One will get updated to Android 4.3

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Most of the Taiwanese manufacturer for the issuance of new firmware for its vehicles in recent years has increased significantly. Not yet had time to get all the flagship for the current year Htc One update to Android 4.2.2, and representatives of the manufacturer has promised to release a firmware in a month on the basis of Android 4.3 for the model. It was the news announced the president of the American division of the company Jason Mackenzie. According to him, experts Taiwanese manufacturer is actively working on that issue would have time to build a working firmware to the latest version of the OS and the integrated shell 5.5. However, while it is only about the U.S. version of the device. However, given the relatively small hardware differences of the American and European versions of Htc One, the new firmware for the devices placed on the market in Europe, too, should not have to wait long.

Alternative Customise Android firmware Paranoid Android

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The first assembly is created on the basis of the latest to date version of the operating system Google Android 4.3 is now available to owners of smartphones Nexus 4. The new firmware of its development team has published on his page on Google+. There you will find and how to install the new version of Paranoid Android. Here's what is said in the original message: "This version is still a problem with the root. If you are in touch with the latest news Android, then you know that Google has changed the system of authorization and access rights, and today it is (getting root) is not easy ... " To whom it is not a problem, can already install the firmware on their devices - everything else seems to work fine. Others will have to be patient and stay in the drain (factory) firmware Android 4.3 or previous versions of Paranoid Android (4.2.2), while the two largest specialist in this field, independent developers and koush chainfire not find a way out of this situati

Htc One mini officially presented

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HTC has put an end to the history of the flow of rumors about a smaller version of the current leader and officially unveiled the One mini. The unit should become a direct competitor already available on the market Samsung Galaxy S4. Living up to its title, One mini is slightly narrower than a meter tall, and slightly - in thickness, as well as easier to older models of the current line (137.4 x 68.2 x 9.3, 143 g versus 132 x 63.2 x 9 25 mm, 122 g). To achieve this manufacturer engineers managed primarily by reducing the diagonal screen size to 4.3 inches with a resolution of 720h1280 points. A smaller version of the flagship is based on a dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 400 at 1.4 GHz, GPU Adreno 305. The device is 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal memory, which can not be extended as a slot for Micro SD memory card is not included. The legacy of the flagship One mini got the camera - 4 ultrapikselny BSI-sensor, but lost the NFC and the IR transmitter. But still support

Update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Android 4.3 will go without an intermediate upgrade to Android 4.2.2

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Painful enough for both users and producers of the issue of updating the device to the latest version of Android to the two flagship products Samsung last season, could be resolved in unexpected ways. According to rumors, Samsung Galaxy SIII and Galaxy Note II may be immediately updated to Android 4.3 without causing them to flash Android 4.2. According to the source, the expected release of data firmware is in the second half of autumn. On the one hand, it explains why Galaxy Note II is not even a preliminary test builds of Android 4.2, on the other hand, for the Samsung Galaxy SIII leak this firmware has already occurred, that is working to produce a firmware yet conducted. In addition, these time-to Android 4.3 firmware for these devices correspond roughly to the possible timing of the announcement of Android 5.0. However, a source claims that the Samsung Galaxy SIII and Galaxy Note II as well as the flagships of 2013

Samsung eight models of Galaxy Note 3

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Tablet and smartphone Samsung Galaxy Note 2, we have heard a lot of rumors about its successor - planshetofone third-generation Galaxy Note. Most of the rumors concerned the screen of the device and some of the "leak" claimed that it will be executed on the basis of a flexible AMOLED matrix. Some rumors discussed the amount of RAM and the materials of which the cabinet will be made ... And the closer to the IFA 2013, which will be held in early September in Berlin, and on which (again - according to rumors) Samsung introduce Galaxy Note 3 , the greater the leakage of information about it begins to come from a variety of sources. One of the last states that in the end the market will go four different models of Galaxy Note 3. It is reported by Korean news site ETnews. It is assumed that the most expensive Galaxy Note 3 will have a body of high-quality materials and is equipped with a 13 megapixel camera and unbreakable AMOLED screen from Samsung. The second model w

Aluminium shell of unannounced Nokia Lumia device leaks

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Have you seen the unannounced Nokia EOS Smartphone? It is very surprising that a metal shell of this particular unannounced Nokia has now leaked. It is actually expected to be well equipped with a 41MP PureView camera and is supposed to be running on Windows 8 operating system. This gives an implication that there could be another Nokia Lumia device that is being made currently and the body is made of metal. If you have been eagerly waiting for the Nokia Lumia EOS then it is time you relax as it is clear that the device is actually being developed and it will be able to hit the market very soon. Other features of the body of unannounced Nokia Lumia The shell of this unannounced Nokia Lumia device is actually made of aluminium metal such that there is a cutting for the camera lens and the LED flash at the back of this particular device. It also has the ports for the SIM card slot as well as the USB port at the top of the device making it better because the user can easily exp

Samsung has announced a Gadget smartphone Galaxy Ace 3

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Samsung Electronics has today presented its new smartphone. Having the name of the Galaxy Ace 3, the device is aimed at the gadget segment of buyers, and in fact is a junior product in the line-up of the latest generation Galaxy. The device has two varieties - for 3G networks and networks for LTE. In addition, supplying it will be available in two versions - one and two SIM-cards. Appearance of the device has not changed. Galaxy Ace has 3 dimensions 121,2 x62, 7x9, 8 mm and weighs 115 grams. The smartphone will get a slightly increased compared with the predecessor screen - 4 inches vs. 3.8 - but the resolution remains the same, 480 by 800 pixels. Technical specifications of the device are slightly different depending on the support for 3G or LTE. Thus, the first smart category received from the core processor frequency of 1 GHz, while a second chip, but with a frequency of 1.2 GHz. Also different is the amount of built-in memory - the 3G-model it is 4 GB (available for use 1.77

Samsung announces Galaxy Tab 3 8-inch and 10.1-inch variants

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Have you been waiting for the next version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 to get to the market? There is good news for you as the Company announced the new versions of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 where one of the variant is 8-inch and another one is 10.1-inch. The two models are a bit different from the previous 7-inch version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 that was announced way back in April. Some of the features are also the same and these variants actually share so much in common. The unique features of the 8-inch model of Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 This 8-inch model of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 has a higher resolution compared to the already available 7-inch version. It has a resolution of 1280 x 800display. The 8-inch model of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 is also well packed with the 1.5 GHz dual-core processor which is faster than the one in the 7-inch variant of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3. The camera for this 8-inch model of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 is 5MP at the back as well as the 1.3 MP

Quick Review: Micromax A110 Canvas 2 with Jelly Bean Update

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Initially, the Canvas 2 was released with Ice Cream Sandwich but Micromax promised an upgrade to v4.1 Jelly Bean and true enough to their word, an update has arrived. It's not Android the v4.2, like what you'd find on the latest high-end phones, but it's still pretty good. It results to smoother screen transitions and navigation, quick opening and closing of apps, and others. Now that the promised upgrade has arrived, let's have a little refresher on what the Canvas 2 has. At first glance you'd think that it's another Samsung GALAXY phone. That's because if you view the front of the phone, it does closely resemble the GALAXY phones except it doesn't have a physical Home button. The Canvas 2 has a relatively simple design with its edges being round and the back made of plastic. The front of the phone is dominated by the 5" display. Above the display are the front camera, earpiece and sensors while three capacitive buttons sit just below it. At

Latest Upcoming I-Phone and I-Pad Technology used

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It is a good time for weekly roundup of brand new and notable applications for iPhone, iPad in addition to iPad touch. This basically covers various kind of games and applications with diverse prices that refers to the initial download therefore in most of the case FREE may turn out to be Freemium. Are you looking around for Android applications? If yes, check out these best Android apps round up to get an idea. Here's the list: SquiggleFish - The most inventive children's application of this week is undoubtedly SquiggleFish that blends perfectly digital play and physical. The basic idea is that the kids will draw a fish on the white paper with the help of a broad black pen for its sketch out, and then examine it in using the camera of the iPad to stare at an animated version swim about the fish tank which is practical Onavo Protect - Onavo's previous applications have turn out to be necessary downloads for the iOS users desiring to save more on their respective

The 5 Best Ways to Properly Secure Your Computer

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Computer security is a constantly evolving and highly multifaceted game of keeping one step ahead of all possible threats through contingency planning. If you can manage to do this effectively, then you will never have to worry too much about protecting your physical computer or, more importantly, the information that it contains. Follow the following tips and you'll be far ahead of most people when it comes to effective computer and data protection. 1. Don't Leave Your Machine in the Hands of Strangers This is probably the single most basic and essential piece of computer security advice, and one that many people completely forget to take advantage of. No matter how well secured through more complex mechanisms your laptop, PC or any other device is, if you freely let somebody you can't completely trust use it unsupervised, you've compromised the machine and invited all sorts of potential intrusions into the computer itself. Untrustworthy but computer savvy pe

Microsoft allowed to make 7-inch tablets on Windows 8

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Observers there was an assumption that in the near future we can expect to see a 7-inch tablets n / a Windows 8, as well as digital "reading» Microsoft Reader. Such a conclusion is made on the basis of the experts that Microsoft has simplified the minimum system requirements for installing Windows 8. According to ZDNet, now a partner to install the software giant called OS devices may be fitted with screens with a resolution of at least 1024 x 768 pixels, not 1366 x 768, as previously. Such a change in the minimum screen resolution for devices with Windows 8 speaks of course Microsoft to segment 7-inch tablets . By the way, in the most popular tablet - iPad Mini is used by Apple's 1024 x 768. A little above this parameter in such known devices like Nexus 7 on Google and the Kindle Fire HD (1280 x 800). It is important that the resolution of 1024 x 768 Aspect ratio assumes a 4:3, and 1366 x 768 - as 16:9. Since Soup 4:3 more comfortable for portrait mode, which is esp

Five imperatives that we must follow in order to accomplish a smooth transition to the cloud

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In today's Virtual Era, the role of IT has changed due to the speed at which technology is evolving, and it requires the same evolution of our IT teams. In order for the teams to support, and carry out the goals of their organizations, they need the infrastructure to grow while becoming more agile and efficient. However, there are some challenges that come with these changes. Many companies, especially smaller ones that are just getting started, lack the resources with which they can use to make these changes. Additionally, it can be difficult to manage the outdated hardware and software which is used. It's important that we begin working towards streamlining processes and making better use of the cloud in order to gain an edge over our competition, while fulfilling our company's objectives. There are five imperatives that we must follow in order to accomplish a smooth transition to the cloud. Each of these will help to transform IT as we know it and will help to reduce

The updated tablet Apple iPad mini will be released in III quarter

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The new iPad mini will display with a resolution 4 times higher than in the display of their first mini-tablet (it will be 2048 by 1536 pixels). As a result, the density of points of the new iPad mini will increase from 163 ppi to 324 ppi. Recall that the main stream of criticism the first tablet buyers and reviewers was directed precisely on scarce device display. Resource AppleInsider.com, citing the publication CNYes (Japan), reported that sales iPad mini 2nd generation high-resolution display will begin in the 3rd quarter. Release iPad mini in other Country was launched in December 2012. The device has a screen with a resolution of 1024 by 768 resolution (pixel density - 163 per inch), which is significantly inferior to other Apple mobile devices today. CNYes also reports that Apple is preparing a 5th generation full-sized iPad, which will be similar in design to the iPad mini. In early March, there was an information that the new iPad released, possibly as early as Apr

Build Trouble-Free & Impressive Apps for Mobile

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Nowadays, billions and billions of people from almost all walks of life don't leave their home without a mobile phone in their hands. Therefore, it doesn't come as a surprise that applications developed for these devices are becoming the trend, and many of these kinds of apps are being developed and uploaded on the store. However, what makes an app stand out among the rest? With the tight competition, it can be very hard to build an impressive app that will attract your target audience. Nevertheless, it can still be done, provided that you just keep in mind these simple tips. Application Design & Usability There are no set usability standards when developing apps for mobile phones, since these devices come in different screen resolutions, functions, etc. With that, it's almost impossible for the developer to solve some issues that might arise from the app. That's why it's very important for the developer to learn first the hardware of their target device

Mini-tablet Samsung Galaxy Note III will be presented in August

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Release in the first half of the new flagship series S, and the second - "Giant" stilusnoy line Note to Samsung has become a tradition. So this year the output Galaxy S4 is expected within a week, and the Galaxy Note III, according to the edition of Korea Times, - at the end of August, just before the opening of the exhibition IFA 2013. According to a Samsung, who asked to remain anonymous, in the second half of the year a 5.9-inch smartphone-tablet (it was previously assumed that the diagonal third Note will be 6.3 inches ). Machine receives a matrix Super AMOLED (like all the flagships of the Korean manufacturer), even more functional new S-Pen and 8-core 1.8 GHz Exynos chip 5 Octa, announcement of which was held at the CES 2013. True, most of all, contrary to the predictions of individual analysts, the model is not equipped with a flexible screen, as long as Samsung is not ready to start mass production of such. Recall that the Korean company at the recent MWC 20

BlackBerry Application Development: All You Need to Know About It

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BlackBerry is undoubtedly one of the leading names in the mobile application development industry. Getting your apps developed with BlackBerry has its own advantages. The more BlackBerry apps arte developed, the better gets the quality of services offered to the Blackberry users. The sole aim of these developments is to cater to the needs of the users. Users have been making suggestions and reacting to the designs brought out by the company, for the past years and that is how the company knows what a user needs today. Let us take a quick look at the BlackBerry Apps development. The Advantages The latest BlackBerry development processes ensure strong mobile applications, which come up with features, hitherto unknown. The apps hence developed compatible with several platforms like MDS, JAVA or the J2ME. Almost every new app developed by BlackBerry comes with new features in contacts, messaging as well as calendar. Synchronization of data in one's device with his or her com