Apple just announced the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. Just like the rumors predicted, the iPhone 6 comes in two different sizes and specifications. I’ll admit it: I was excited for the iPhone 6 release. Like it or not, Apple is Android’s biggest competitor, and competition is good for the industry. That’s why I was so disappointed about the iPhone 6. The only pleasant surprise was a 1080p full HD display on the iPhone 6 Plus – a first for Apple. Other than that, the iPhone 6 is…
One of the coolest aspects of today’s Android devices is that many have built-in water-resistance. You can probably use them in the rain without destroying them and they may be able to survive a brief dunk in a puddle of water. But not all Androids are water-resistant. Some Androids are waterproof or “splash proof”. What is the difference between all of these variables? Is there a difference between all of these variables? Today, I’m going to explain – and tell you which type…
The last week has been a busy one for Android. The Berlin IFA show featured many new tablets, wearable gadgets and smart phones, all powered by Android. Google seems to be making a lot of headway in making Android the single unifying platform for disparate devices. The week also saw the Android L featuring on Chrome and new hardware releases from OEM majors Samsung, Lenovo, Huawei, Motorola and Sony. Android Updates To Enhance User Experience Google is clear it wants to enhance user…
As convenient as plastic money is, sometimes we lose track of the amount we are spending and begin to splurge. In such cases, cash is always better to keep a tab on our expenditure. But with cash, there are a few limitations including ‘there is only that much cash that you can carry’, it has a higher chance of getting stolen and if stolen, it is untraceable. Hence, most of us prefer to carry our credit or debit cards as they are hassle free but they have their own limitations. I am sure…
The emerging markets have proved to be a goldmine for OEMs manufacturing smart phones that are powered by Google Android. The last two years has seen a huge jump in the off take or sale of such phones from local brands in these markets. Brands have become popular in a short period of time in the Chinese and Indian markets. However, nobody is complaining as the consumers have access to a number of smart phone designs at affordable prices. Google with its Android operating system sits pretty…
While it is true that surveys are looked at with some skepticism in recent times, given the failure of some of them to project authenticity, they nevertheless give you some sense of direction of how the wind is blowing. So the recent survey that predicts not many, in fact only 5% of those using Android will migrate to using the new iPhone 6 should not be brushed aside and needs further study. A lot also depends on the type of suggestive questions posed to the survey respondents and their…
If you have ever faced the problem of wanting to use big, intelligent sounding words but did not know their spelling or their exact usage, do not worry, you are not dumb or uneducated. All of us face the dilemma of either Googling the correct spelling and usage or changing the whole sentence. Let us be honest, most of us change the entire sentence because of one word. It does not sound so elite anymore but we are lazy and tell ourselves that it works. And it does work, but the effect of jargon…
Want to keep your Android’s screen on longer? Today, I’m going to show you how. It’s a stupidly easy tip that many users are aware of. Follow the steps listed below to easily change the length of time it takes for your screen to “timeout”: Step 1) Go to Settings Step 2) Go to Display Step 3) Look for a “Screen timeout” or “Sleep” setting (it changes between devices) Step 4) Choose the length of time you want your screen to stay on before it goes to sleep.…
Some weeks back, it was only Windows users who could access the Nokia Here maps on their devices. But now, things have changed. The Here app would be available on both iOS as well as Android and what’s more, Nokia has been able to strike a deal with a major OEM like Samsung as well. Arch Rivals Come Together Nokia and Samsung have been fighting each other in the market place for many years now. When Nokia ruled the mobile phone market, Samsung was still trying to make its presence felt but…
The luxury of being able to use a number of apps has distinguished the Google Android platform from others. Users are thrilled to be able to access such a huge number of apps for free. The affordable price of gadgets, particularly smart phones on Android has enabled Google to command a huge market share and leave behind Microsoft and Apple. However, of late there has been some frustration and irritation brewing in the minds of users with regard to the excessive information being sought by…
