An Android-based point-of-sale (POS) system called Toast announced today that it had raised $30 million in Series B funding to support its POS system deployment in restaurants across America. The money will reportedly be used to hire talent, update products, and promote marketing. Additional investors in the company include GV, also previously known as Google Ventures, as well as unnamed private investors. The POS system’s major competitors are Square’s Stand as well as Revel Systems…
The latest iOS update from 2015 introduced a feature called Force Touch. That feature let you control how different actions were performed on iOS based on how hard you pressed on a certain item. Android devices do not have pressure-sensitive screens. However, developers have found a great alternative: by long-pressing on the screen, you can perform many of the same functions as a Force Touch on iOS. On iOS’s Instagram, for example, you can press on a picture slightly harder than normal…
So you connected to a wireless network with your Android device and can’t remember the password you used. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to view you saved Wi-Fi passwords in Android. Today, we’re explain how to view saved Wi-Fi passwords after you’ve already connected to them (regardless of whether or not you’re actively connected). In fact, recovering your password on Android is as easy as installing one file manager app and browsing to one folder on your device. The only…
If you already have the Marshmallow in your device or waiting eagerly for it, the following features will surely help you get the best out of this wonderful new OS. Your first question is the obvious one. What are the new features that differentiate it from Lollipop? a) Google Now on Tap is going to be the difference that you will like the most as it has the potential to become your digital assistant. Just tap and hold down the Home key to access contextual information that is relevant to…
After the smart phone, the tablet and phablet, it is the turn of the hybrid lap-tablet to make news. Google with its Pixel C is making waves after its earlier foray into plain laptops did not quite get the response they were hoping due to its exorbitant cost. Design and adjustments pretty flexible This hybrid has two parts, the tablet with the keyboard and both are clad in aluminum giving them a very rich and cute look. They can be attached to each other in 3 ways – either face to face so…
The releases of Marshmallow and subsequent iterations have been announced by Google. However, Google has disappointed its users by not being able to stick to the dates it announced and there is still no Marshmallow in sight. Google has been reassuring users it is doing its best but time is of essence. Patience running out among users Android 5.1.1 is the OS that users are still stuck with, especially those who are uncomfortable with manually updating to the new OS. Though there is not much…
The Android OS has become one of the most sought after mobile platforms across the world with Google enjoying a market share of over 85%. Many have already pointed out the flexibility of the system, the abundance of wonderful apps, and the consistent stream of updates as the key reasons driving its success. One of the apps that merit mention is Google Now. When it was first launched, it was more than clear that it would hog attention of Android users and would go on to become immensely…
Cortana is one of the coolest features on Windows 10 and Windows Phone. Fortunately, Cortana was just released for Android and iOS users. Is Cortana worth a download? We’ll let you decide after telling you 5 cool things to do with it. What is Cortana? First, let’s give you a brief overview of Cortana. Cortana is Microsoft’s version of the personal assistant. Just like Apple has Siri and Android has Google Now, Microsoft platforms have Cortana. The Cortana app looks basically…
The Samsung Galaxy S7 is expected to be released sooner than any Galaxy S device in the past. Instead of debuting at MWC 2016, the Galaxy S7 may be on the market as early as January 2016. That’s why we’re getting some of the biggest Galaxy S7 rumors right now. This morning, news hit the internet of one of the biggest Galaxy S7 leaks to date. Uswitch and Onleaks posted images and videos this morning of what the Galaxy S7’s exterior case design could look like. In the video…
The issue of bloatware has bloated up to beyond tolerance with users recognizing the futility of having it on their devices and taking a toll on its performance. However, the nexus of smartphone manufacturers and app developers are far from getting rid of the virtual junk food they collectively cook up to serve to Android owner. And Google has been having a tough time trying to stop them. Absolute bloatware protection still not a guarantee Currently, it appears that you would be unable to…
