Google Play Store

[Jorge-Vieira]

The Refurbished Desktop Layout Of Play Store – Google Tests Sidebar For Related Apps

Google Play Store mobile has been a great repository for the provision of applications to us and Play Store for web just makes things more easier. There has been news of Google shoveling the dust of its traditional style layout for the web, but the operation to execution has taken a little too long to implement. According to several sources, Google has been running tests for its new layout which might be made public soon. For more, jump to the details.
Currently, when we open the app, the entire similar app category is displayed at the very end of the web page and Google might be aware of this problem. The idea is to create a new layout which will display the applications on the sidebar for easy sight and enhanced user friendliness. This would not be a major change and will not have any chain effects, but no doubt it would have a positive impact on the users.

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A reader of this blog named Patryk Szczyglowski, observed an experimental interface for Google Play web. The updated web version of the Google Play Store has introduced a sidebar which will show of the latest trending applications which is completely anew. The UI also offers a list of similar apps and other apps made by the same developer. If we compare the UI of the older and the modernized layout, these additions were placed at the bottom of the page, below the description and other information like the changelog.
Emphasizing the experiment Patryk also said, “Please note, it doesn’t fit my laptop screen 1366×768, but Google might enable this experiment for me, because I have been using an external Full HD screen for a week recently.”
Some don’t see a point in it but seems like the Google Play Web would be more user friendly with all the suggestions at the sidebar. This would allow users to potentially involve in discovering new applications with ease. Google will undoubtedly benefit from this. What do you guys think? Is the new layout worth implying? Do share your thoughts in the comments.


Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/refurbished-desktop-layout-play-store-google-tests-sidebar-related-apps/#ixzz3SDwIEaw5

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google’s Inbox finally working on Firefox, Safari, iPads and Android Tablets

Google inbox service now works on Safari and Firefox on desktops. Other than that, it is also be made available on Android tablets and iPad’s. The updated version of Google inbox service can now be downloaded directly from Apple’s App Store or Google Play Store.
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Google Inbox still seems to favor its own browser more than others Before this announcement by Google, its email service only worked on Chrome. An inbox app specifically designed for Chrome has also been introduced by Google which seemed to be no more than shortcut in reality. And on the other hand, when considering the mobile devices, it primarily worked on Android smartphones and iPhone’s only. Google hopes to shift from Gmail to inbox eventually but it stated that it wont take any decision without the consent and feedback of its users i.e. whether they want to shift on to the inbox or they want to stay with the same Gmail services as now.

“It’s always hard to know when it’s time to share a new product, because there’s always just a _few_ more things you want to do. Today we’re happy to check off some of these to-dos for Inbox, making it easier to use on more devices and browsers.
If you’re a big fan of tablets, you’ll be excited to learn that Inbox has come to iPad and Android tablets. Download the app from the App Store and Google Play”.
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From the Apple store (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/inbox-by-gmail-inbox-that/id905060486?mt=8) http://cdn.wccftech.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/GMAIL-635x311.png (http://cdn.wccftech.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/GMAIL.png)

From the Play store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.inbox&hl=en) However, even after this much advancement in the availability of Google’s inbox on so many devices and browsers, other platforms and browsers are still not supported. Interestingly, internet explorer is also not a part of this deal. Although Google has started providing services to other browsers, but still it seem to provide certain new offerings and privileges to its own chrome first, before it does that to any other browser in particular. Engineers at Google seem to provide a valid argument for not allowing every browser with their services, that they “want to make sure that everything works perfectly before enabling it for all of our users.”
More features are going to come in the inbox for example integration with other email systems, Undo Send feature, customizing Snooze times, integration of Google Drive and the ability to download all attachments, etc.




Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/googles-inbox-finally-working-firefox-safari-ipads-android-tablets/#ixzz3SEFHECva

[Jorge-Vieira]

Control Flashlight, Wi Fi And Bluetooth Through Your Voice With Voice Commands On Lollipop

Up to this day, Android users needed to download an external torch application from Google Play Store or use the one provided by the manufacturer. Now, operations have advanced and new techniques have been invented to pour the same utility in the most stress free way. So smartphones with a Lollipop handling system, can access or operate Flashlight via Google Command options. This technique seems pretty easy on the hands and mind.
http://cdn3.wccftech.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Google-now-commandr-unlock-commands1-300x159.jpg (http://cdn2.wccftech.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Google-now-commandr-unlock-commands1.jpg)Operate Your Flashlight, Wifi And Bluetooth With Google Now Command Google Command is a pretty neat feature which made its debut with the Lollipop OS. If you want to turn your flashlight on, just say, ”Turn on flashlight” and similarly, if you want it off then just say, ”Turn off Flashlight. Yes! its this simple if you have a Lollipop operating system. Not just the Flashlight, Google Command also supports Wi-Fi feature with the same command technique. Just say, ”Turn on (or off) Wi-Fi” and your command will be fulfilled. The same is the case with Bluetooth options. Google Command has really made smartphones to work while in the holster mode.

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If you wonder about the feedback, then there will be no virtual voice which will tell you that your desired operation is complete. An even better way is suggested by Google which pops a Google Now Card about your desired action. The Google Now Card also has a toggle switch inside, by which you can spontaneously change your requested operation. Yet, the Airplane Mode, Volume and Brightness modes are not supported but we hope they come soon. The user is sent a settings button by which he can change the settings of the desired change of the remaining options that don’t work yet. This is really helpful as well as time saving.
There are applications out there which seek your exact location without your permission, like the ‘Brightest Flashlight Free’. These kinds of applications leak out your personal data along with a unique device identifier to third party sources as well as as networks, which is against privacy policies. This is another reason why all KitKat owners seek Lollipop for. Once you have your hands on Lollipop and its Google Command features, applications like ‘Brightest Flashlight Free’are no longer needed. Hence if you’re a Lollipop owner, you can enjoy these cool command features and as for others, either update or wait for it. This is it for now, let us know if you found this feature useful.




Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/control-flashlight-wi-fi-bluetooth-voice-voice-commands-lollipop/#ixzz3SOwXFidC

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google venceu mais um caso contra o Android e as suas apps

A presença da Google no Android é uma realidade difícil de contornar. Para além de ser uma das maiores investidoras neste projecto, é também a empresa que mais tem facilitado o acesso a aplicações e a uma loja onde qualquer um pode publicar as que cria.
Este controlo que acaba por ter no Android acaba por não ser bem recebido e tem levado muitas pessoas a tentar afastar a Google, diminuindo a dependência que existe.
Depois de mais um processo ter sido levantado contra a Google e a imposição que faz das suas aplicações, a empresa das pesquisas acabou por ser ilibada e foi entendido que esse controlo não existe.
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O processo em causa, colocado em tribunal por um conjunto de utilizadores norte americanos, pretendia provar que a Google tem um controlo demasiado grande no Android e que obrigaria as empresas que criam equipamentos baseados neste sistema operativo a usar as suas aplicações e o seu motor de busca.
Estes utilizadores pretendiam mostrar que a Google está a limitar as hipóteses de escolha dos utilizadores e que outros motores de pesquisa, como o Bing, estão impedidos de serem usados ou que as suas aplicações, como o YouTube, estão obrigatoriamente presentes e não podem ser substituídas.
Como fruto deste monopólio os equipamentos concorrentes são obrigatoriamente mais caros, o que levaria a que a Google estivesse a provocar que o mercado não tivesse capacidade de oferecer outras alternativas.
O processo esteve a ser analisado pela juíza Judge Beth Labson Freeman, do tribunal de San Jose, Califórnia, e segundo a sua opinião, que depois deu origem ao fecho do processo, os queixosos não foram capazes de provar que estas práticas da Google estaria a influenciar o mercado e o preço dos equipamentos da concorrência.
Como resultado desta avaliação da juíza, o processo contra a Google foi encerrado e mais uma vez a gigante das pesquisas conseguiu escapar ilesa de mais processo em tribunal.
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Esta não é a primeira situação em que a Google se vê arrastada para os tribunais por ter os seus serviços demasiado embebidos no sistema operativo que ajuda a desenvolver.
Em todas as situações anteriores a empresa conseguiu contornar as acusações feitas e manteve toda a integração dos seus serviços e aplicações no Android.
Apesar do caso estar com uma avaliação negativa para o lado dos queixosos, estes podem ainda alterar as provas apresentadas e tentar convencer a juíza de que as acusações feitas são reais, mas é muito pouco provável que consigam alterar o resultado actual.
Não será simples ver o Android sem estar baseado na Google, no seu motor de pesquisa e nas suas aplicações, mas existe já um movimento (http://pplware.sapo.pt/informacao/cyanogenmod-quer-acabar-com-dependencia-da-google-no-android/) a tentar mudar esta dependência e a criar novas versões mais abertas e mais viradas para as escolhas dos utilizadores.



Noticia:
http://pplware.sapo.pt/informacao/google-venceu-mais-um-caso-contra-o-android-e-as-suas-apps/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Presto has launched on Android and iOS


How much time to you spend being entertained by your phone? Presto has joined Stan and Quickflix, fighting for your eyes by providing another video streaming subscription option in Australia.


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With Netflix said to launch (http://www.news.com.au/technology/presto-launches-on-apple-and-android-smartphones/story-e6frfrnr-1227234350217) in 'The Land Down Under' next month, Citrix Mobile Analytics claims that "the mobile user experience is, increasingly, a video experience," which would explain the sudden surge in openings.

Compatible with iPhone 5S, 5S and higher Apple models, Android users will see multiple devices supported across Samsung, HTC, LG, Sony and ZTE. Access can be granted through the Presto app on either the Apple App Store, Google Play or the Samsung App Store.

As we've written previously (http://www.tweaktown.com/news/41735/aussie-companies-foxtel-channel-seven-fighting-netflix/index.html), Presto is a project by Foxtel and Seven West Media in order to take control of this emerging scene.




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/43700/presto-launched-android-ios/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Escapes Antitrust Litigation Over Android's 'Restrictive' Default App Requirements
Not even a week after Yandex (http://hothardware.com/tags/yandex) filed a complaint (http://hothardware.com/news/russian-search-giant-yandex-turns-up-heat-on-google-files-antirust-complaint) against Google (http://hothardware.com/tags/google) for its anticompetitive practices, a San Jose judge dismissed a lawsuit that focused on similar accusations.

In this lawsuit, Google was ultimately accused of being anticompetitive. This accusation stems from the fact that the company bundles many of its own apps on most (or all) Android (http://hothardware.com/tags/android) devices, and like the Yandex complaint, Google's search engine is default (and I mentioned last week (http://hothardware.com/news/russian-search-giant-yandex-turns-up-heat-on-google-files-antirust-complaint), it's not clear to me if the functionality of that bar can be altered without having to use a custom launcher).

http://hothardware.com/ContentImages/NewsItem/32732/content/Google_Nexus_6.jpg This could be considered a major win for Google, as Microsoft (http://hothardware.com/tags/microsoft) wasn't so lucky in the EU years ago (http://hothardware.com/news/Microsoft-To-Begin-Browser-Ballot-Rollout-In-Europe-Next-Week), when it was ultimately forced to introduce a "browser wheel" to its Windows (http://hothardware.com/tags/windows) builds in that region. According to this San Jose judge, it's perfectly suitable for a company to bundle its own apps.
What made this case a bit different, though, is that the accusers claimed device prices were made higher as a result of there being no app competition. There was no proof of this, however, and it seems a bit odd to believe that would even be the case. If Google is able to load up all Android devices with its own apps, it'd stand to reason that the devices would be less expensive - Google wants everyone and their dog to use an Android device, after all.
Nonetheless, the plaintiffs have three weeks to amend their claim, so it might not be the last we hear of this case. It certainly won't be the last we hear of such a case being filed - it's becoming routine at this point.

Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/google-escapes-antitrust-litigation-over-androids-restrictive-default-app-requirements

[Jorge-Vieira]

iFlix Allows You to Instantly Watch and Listen to Torrents on Android

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A new app for Android makes viewing torrents easier than ever before. iFlix (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iflix.io) takes over after clicking on a magnet link, playing video and music in a clean interface. There’s no need to wait for a torrent to complete and skipping can be achieved in just a few moments.
While this in itself isn’t anything new, there aren’t any complicated settings to make in order to get it to work. It also has both interesting roots and future plans. The base for the idea came from another app by the same developer, one that allows parents to keep an eye on their kids while attending kindergarten.
Having bandwidth issues forced the developers to take a look at distributed systems similar to torrents which then lead to this new app. But it doesn’t stop here:

“iFlix is a product that’s’s based on a platform that I am trying to create. This platform is intended to be a P2P compute grid based on the Bitcoin protocol where instead of computing hashes to mine coins you compute different tasks, e.g ‘fetch the first two chunks from the magnet:x’ which iFlix does at this moment,” the developer Vali explains. “At this moment the engine behind the platform is based on the Google SPDY protocol and the purpose of iFlix is to measure the scalability of the engine.”
Thanks to TorrentFreak (http://torrentfreak.com/iflix-instantly-watch-listen-to-torrents-on-android-150222/) for providing us with this information



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/iflix-allows-instantly-watch-listen-torrents-android/

[Jorge-Vieira]

YouTube Kids Vaults Onto Google Play And iOS App Stores
News broke last week (http://hothardware.com/news/youtube-to-release-kid-friendly-video-app-with-parental-controls-on-monday) that YouTube (http://hothardware.com/tags/youtube) was going to follow in the footsteps of Netflix (http://hothardware.com/tags/netflix) and offer a family-friendly version of its streaming service for kids, and the report turned out to be true. The YouTube Kids app is now available to download from Google Play and Apple's App Store, the two most popular mobile platforms in the world.

"Today, we’re introducing the YouTube Kids app, the first Google product built from the ground up with little ones in mind. The app makes it safer and easier for children to find videos on topics they want to explore, and is available for free on and the in the U.S.," YouTube stated in a blog post.


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The YouTube Kids app filters out content that isn't appropriate for kids, letting mom and pop rest easy knowing that little Suzie won't be traumatized by Old Gregg when she picks up the iPad. What's left is broken down into browsable channels and playlists in four categories: Shows, Music, Learning, and Explore.

Alternately, little Suzie or her brother Billy can search for videos that interest them. Maybe Billy needs some help with math and looks up tutorials on the subject, while Suzie wants to see what Thomas the Tank Engine is up to. Both will be able to find what they're looking for.


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YouTube baked in some basic parental controls that allow mom and pop to set a timer, adjust the sound settings, limited searches to pre-selected videos (or turn it off altogether), and to provide feedback on how to improve the experience.

No word on whether YouTube Kids will find its way to Windows Phone / Windows 10. For now, you can find it here for Android (http://https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.youtube.kids) and here for iOS (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/youtubekids/id936971630?mt=8).

Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/youtube-kids-vaults-onto-google-play-and-ios-app-stores

[Winjer]

Google Play Music Now Lets You Store 50,000 Songs in the Cloud for Free (https://www.thurrott.com/music-videos/1591/google-play-music-now-lets-you-store-50000-songs-in-the-cloud-for-free)

If you prefer to access your own music collection rather than use a streaming service, Google has a plan for you: It is now allowing users to store up to 50,000 of their own song files in Google Play Music (https://play.google.com/music) for free. And from there, you can access those songs from any compatible phone, tablet, or PC.How good a deal is this? By comparison, Amazon lets you upload 250 songs to Amazon Music for free, and you can upgrade to 250,000 songs for $25 per year. Microsoft’s Xbox Music does not provide free cloud storage of your music collection, but you can match some of your own music to Xbox Music Store and access it from other devices if you pay for Xbox Music Pass, which costs $99.99 per year.
From a Windows user’s perspective, of course, Google Play Music has some downsides. On Windows tablets and PCs, you can only access the service via a web browser (though it provides a Music Uploader app for importing your music, of course). And if you’re on Windows Phone, you’re out of luck: You can’t access Google Play Music from Windows Phone at all, on the web or via a native app.
Google makes Music apps for Android (of course), and iPhone and iPad, and you can of course stream your music through your HDTV and home theater using Chromecast.
To get started with Google Play Music, visit the service on the web and sign in with your Google account. You’ll see a notification about the new upload limit.
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To add your music to Google Play Music, just click the Add Music button (in Chrome) and drag and drop. Or, if you’re using another browser, you will be prompted to download the Music Manager application (https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#manager_pl), which can automate this process for you, importing your iTunes or Windows Media Player collections, or whatever folder(s) of music you wish to upload.
Google also offers a streaming music service (https://play.google.com/music/listen#/settings) that lets you stream all of the music in the Google Play Music Store to the web and compatible devices and apps, much like Spotify of Xbox Music Pass. This service costs $9.99 per month.

[Jorge-Vieira]

Sponsored search results coming to Google Play store (http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/apps-software/matthew-wilson/sponsored-search-results-coming-to-google-play-store/)


Google has announced that it will soon be adding sponsor spots to search results in the Google Play app store on Android. The ‘pilot program’ will work similarly to how ads work on the traditional Google Search page, allowing developers to have their apps highlighted.
This means that those looking to advertise will be bidding on individual search terms, and will come with a small tag on them to indicate that it is an advertisement. Google plans to keep the program limited at first, accessible only to a chosen set of advertisers, known as the ‘pilot group’.
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It is likely that Google will begin including more and more app makers over the next few months.
Aside from this news, Google has also announced that it has paid out a total of $7 billion to app developers within the last year alone. The number is slowly getting higher and may soon rival Apple, which shelled out $10 billion to app developers in 2014, as previously reported.



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/apps-software/matthew-wilson/sponsored-search-results-coming-to-google-play-store/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Intel XDK Provides New Game Tools And Services for HTML5 Devs (http://www.hardocp.com/news/2015/02/27/intel_xdk_provides_new_game_tools_services_for_htm l5_devs/)

To accelerate the deployment of new mobile games across an increasingly diverse spectrum of devices, Intel today released the latest Intel® XDK (http://newsroom.intel.com/community/intel_newsroom/blog/2015/02/25/chip-shot-intel-xdk-provides-new-game-tools-and-services-for-html5-developers), an all-in-one HTML5 development environment that allows game developers to write a single app and automatically build versions for Android, iOS, and Windows app stores. Intel® XDK gives gamers the ability to enjoy the same experiences across their PCs, phones, and tablets, and lets developers focus on creating new experiences instead of porting games to different platforms. This version adds popular game engine support for Construct2, Cocos2D, Phaser, EaselJS part of CreateJS suite of libraries, and Pixi.js; includes an Asset Manager to access, manipulate, and manage game assets; plus the W3C Gamepad API for devices; and supports Google Play Game Services and Apple Game Center Services.

Noticia:
http://www.hardocp.com/news/2015/02/27/intel_xdk_provides_new_game_tools_services_for_htm l5_devs#.VPCqxeFv7P4

[Jorge-Vieira]

Sponsored Search Results Prepare To Invade Google Play
As online shopping experiences go, Google Play is remarkably clutter free. Whether you’re in the apps section or browsing movie selections, you’re greeted with the same, clean design. Right now, searches in Google Play don’t include the kinds of sponsored results you see when you search on Google.com. But soon, that will change.

“We are always looking for new ways to help you get your apps in front of potential new users,” Google told app developers in a statement. “That’s why, in the next few weeks, we will begin piloting sponsored search results on Google Play (http://hothardware.com/tags/google-play), bringing our unique expertise in search ads to the store.”


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The first developers to try the advertising program will be those who are already running ads for their apps on Google.com. Google will widen the circle from there.

It’s not surprising that Google (http://hothardware.com/tags/google) is bringing search-based advertising to Google Play, but whether users will appreciate it remains to be seen. For one thing, the content in the Google Play store is much different than the text results you see in Google.com searches. Apps, games, music, and videos are represented by icons. On smartphone screens, search results don’t leave much room for anything else, which means that Google will have to take care not to clutter an already crowded, small space when it introduces sponsored search results.

Google isn’t alone in looking for new ways to use its platforms to carry advertising. Apple has been pursuing ad dollars as well, using a variety of ad formats. Its iTunes Radio has seen some interesting sponsorships (http://advertising.apple.com/) from North Face and Pepsi, among other big brands.


Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/sponsored-search-results-prepare-to-invade-google-play#rRKud7eThxjLeGFP.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Report: 5 billion Google Android apps are vulnerable to cyberattack


More than five billion downloaded Google Android apps could be targeted by hackers, according to cybersecurity experts. Most forms of malware (96 percent) are focused on compromising Android, according to data from the FireEye cybersecurity firm.


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Android is open source and allows more developers to contribute to the OS, but that also gives hackers a great opportunity to create sophisticated malware. Malware targeting Android drastically increased from 240,000 samples in 2013 up to 390,000 unique samples last year - and the problem seems to be accelerating.

"You can get all the code and then you can insert additional instructions and make it look and feel like the original app and no way for a consumer to tell the difference when they download it," said Jason Steer, director of technology strategy at FireEye, in a statement given to CNBC.

Finding methods to steal personal data and financial information is popular among cybercriminals, researchers noted.



Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/43826/report-5-billion-google-android-apps-vulnerable-cyberattack/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google’s Controversial Waze App Gains Ability To Display Nearby AMBER Alerts


Traffic-crowdsourcing app Waze, which describes itself as being about “contributing to the common good out there on the road,” has a new feature that certainly meshes with its goals: AMBER Alerts. Starting today, Waze users will receive AMBER Alerts about local, missing children when alerts are sent by authorities.

Because people use Waze while driving, the company has to be careful about when (and how) it displays AMBER Alerts (http://www.missingkids.com/home). The system Waze (http://hothardware.com/tags/waze) is setting in place at the outset makes sense: the AMBER alert will only appear once your car has been stopped for 10 seconds. You can tap the map to hide the AMBER Alert, but if you don’t, the alert will disappear as soon as you begin driving again.


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“Each AMBER alert will contain as much information as possible,” the company said in a blog post. “Alerts may contain a photo of the child as well as the model, make and license plate of a missing vehicle the child may be traveling in. Clicking ‘More Information’ will open a web browser where Wazers can obtain more information on the missing child.”

Certain police officers recently voiced concerns (http://hothardware.com/news/waze-traffic-app-joins-google-mobile-services-could-lead-to-increased-backlash-from-police) about how Waze may affect their safety. But including AMBER Alerts doesn’t strike me as an attempt to counter bad publicity. Alerting drivers is in keeping with Waze’s goal of contributing to the common good, and it’s a step that other apps have recently taken, including Facebook (http://hothardware.com/news/facebook-shines-light-on-missing-children-will-place-amber-alerts-in-your-newsfeed). Many mobile phones are also equipped to receive AMBER Alerts. Given that Waze is presenting the alerts in a way that doesn't distract drivers, it seems like a win for everyone.


Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/googles-controversial-waze-app-gains-ability-to-display-nearby-amber-alerts#Jc4SW1rv5TmhMZ1y.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Popular PC Hardware Tool AIDA64 comes to Android

Budapest, Hungary – March 5, 2015 – FinalWire released the mobile edition of its industry-leading system information software for Android devices. With the new app, users of smartphones, tablets, Android TV devices and Android Wear smartwatches, running Android 2.1 or newer, can learn everything about both the hardware and the software under the hood. AIDA64 for Android synthesizes the company’s extensive experience in developing system information tools, as a result the app provides the breadth of information and the level of detail AIDA64 users are accustomed to. The app is available for free in the Google Play store.
AIDA64 for Android Press Release (http://www.aida64.com/news/pr/aida64-android-press-release) “Tech-savvy users desire to know every minute detail not only about their PCs, but about their mobile devices as well. This is why we started to develop an app for Android that is capable of providing ample and precise data about the hardware and software of mobile devices”, says Tamás Miklós, Managing Director of FinalWire. “We hope that AIDA64 for Android will become a must-have app for hard core users of the most popular mobile platform around the world. And of course, the development of the free app will not stop here: besides regular updates to the hardware database, you can expect some cool new features in the future.”


AIDA64 for Android features include:

CPU detection, real-time core clock measurement
Screen dimensions, pixel density and camera information
Battery level and temperature monitoring
Wi-Fi and cellular network information
Android OS and Dalvik properties
SoC and device model identification
Memory and storage utilization
OpenGL ES GPU details, real-time GPU clock measurement
PCI, USB, CUDA, OpenCL device listing
Sensor polling
Listing of installed apps, codecs and system directories
Android Wear module: native app for smartwatches

AIDA64 for Android has a clean user interface, optimized for the supported device categories, which makes it easy to handle even for users unfamiliar with the PC editions of the AIDA64 system information tool. The app requires Android 2.1 or newer, and is freely downloadable from the Google Play store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.finalwire.aida64).
About FinalWire AIDA64 is developed by FinalWire Ltd., headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. The company’s founding members are veteran software developers who have worked together on programing system utilities for more than two decades. Currently, they have five products in their portfolio, all based on the award-winning AIDA technology: AIDA64 Extreme, AIDA64 Engineer, AIDA64 Network Audit, AIDA64 Business and AIDA64 for Android.





Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/popular-pc-hardware-tool-aida64-android/#ixzz3Ti9xu7kY

[Jorge-Vieira]

ShareOn Enables Large File Sharing In Seconds For iOS, Android, Mac And Windows

Enormous file size is a drastic opportunity cost that we consumers face with the advancement of technology. No doubt we’re privileged to benefit from better image quality and sound in music but sometimes sharing these files become tough. Sharing heavy and large files take ages to share and sometimes it is even impossible to do so, for instance try sending a file above 25MB on Gmail. The results will be cumbersome yet annoying. Even though you can share these files on a cloud based storage system but that would likewise take hours.
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What if we told you that large files can be shared with friends and colleagues with the blink of an eye? Yes! ShareOn enables you to send and share large heavy files in just seconds. Different from the cloud service, ShareOn enables you to either download or stream from the direct connection between devices. This app is really handy if you want to share sound clips or videos with someone you know. Above this, ShareOn is available n all major platforms like Windows or Mac and iOS and Android. With such diversity in platforms, sharing large files is not a problem for ShareOn App.
ShareOn Enables You To Send Large Files On Multiple-Platform We’re here to give you a short tutorial to apply the large file sharing mechanism. Start by logging in through either your Facebook or Google+ account. If you don’t have any, you can always make one by putting in the email ID. Then you must create a password for your ShareOn account. Once you’re done with making an account you can discover your library consisting music videos and picture as well as checking received and sent files from the icons at the bottom of the application.

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Do note that both parties should have ShareOn installed on their devices to enable sharing. The files can be shared at the same time with three people having ShareOn. I myself tried sharing an entire movie from my Android device to iOS and to be honest, I’m thoroughly impressed. I was that impressed that I even tried sending my complete 5GB collection and Im glad to report that it took no more than a few seconds.






Noticia completa:
http://wccftech.com/shareon-enables-large-file-sharing-seconds-ios-android-mac-windows/#ixzz3Tu1ov2Ky

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google tightens up security on Android app submissions





http://www.techspot.com/images2/news/header/2014-09-11.jpgAs many of you already know, Google’s Android app marketplace has its fair share of malicious apps (http://www.techspot.com/search/?cx=partner-pub-7395890353660701%3Aj5claj-6kfy&cof=FORID%3A11&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=Google+Play). The company has never been quite as strict as Apple on which apps it allows on to Google Play (https://play.google.com/store) according to many, but the company is now starting to crack down (http://techcrunch.com/2015/03/17/app-submissions-on-google-play-now-reviewed-by-staff-will-include-age-based-ratings/).
In fact, Google revealed recently that its new system has been in place for the past two months or so, including a series of new security measures in place for app submissions. Google has put additional algorithms to work hoping to catch bad software, as well as assigning a team of internal reviewers to analyze incoming content. It sounds as though human employees will be going hands on with apps before they go live as well.
On top of that, Google has also introduced a new rating system that it hopes will allow developers to more appropriately target users as well as help parents. In partnership with a number of ratings standards groups from various countries, Google will take into consideration things like sexual/violent content, gambling apps, and more. Developers will be forced to fill out ratings questionnaires in order to make apps available in countries that are not yet supported, with apps being given basic age ratings in those cases.
While it certainly won’t clean up the malware on Google Play completely, it sounds as though it is a step towards making its marketplace a more reliable place for Android apps.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/60079-google-tightens-up-security-android-app-submissions.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play now uses PEGI ratings for apps (http://www.kitguru.net/channel/generaltech/matthew-wilson/google-play-now-uses-pegi-ratings-for-apps/)


The Google Play store is going to begin using the PEGI rating system for its games in Europe, it has been announced. This comes as part of a coalition between PEGI and other age rating systems across the world, known as the International Age Rating Coalition (IARC).
The group of rating board will now let game developers and publishers secure an age rating for their game with a single questionnaire, simplifying the whole process.
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Publishers and developers that use this new scheme can do so for free, according to UKIE (http://ukie.org.uk/news/2015/03/pegi-ratings-expand-mobile-iarc):
“We are pleased to see major mobile platforms adopting the new IARC system, making it easy and, importantly, free for businesses that publish games to get age ratings across a number of major games markets”.
“Having PEGI ratings on more mobile platforms across Europe also means that we have a more consistent and clear rating process to help consumers understand which games are appropriate for all ages.”
The IARC is made up of five rating organizations, including PEGI, ESRB, Classlnd, USK and the Australian Classification Board.
Google Play is one of the first digital stores to adopt the new rating process. Xbox Live, the PSN Store and Nintendo’s eShop are all expected to follow suit sometime in the future.



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/channel/generaltech/matthew-wilson/google-play-now-uses-pegi-ratings-for-apps/

[Jorge-Vieira]

WhatsApp starts to talk

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Everyone's talking at me, can't hear a world they are saying...
WhatsApp has commenced rollout of its voice calling feature to all users on Android.


The feature is automatically enabled to all users updating to version 2.12.5 of WhatsApp via the Play Store, which brings a revamped user interface sporting three tabs: Calls, Chats and Contacts.
All you have to do is tap the dialler icon that is available in-chat, or heading to the Calls tab and selecting a contact you wish to call. Both parties need to be on the latest version of the app for the voice calling feature to work.
The call function turns WhatsApp into a Skype without pictures, although it still cannot call landlines yet and you have to pay for it. Or at least I am supposed to but haven't yet.



Noticia:
http://www.fudzilla.com/news/mobile/37408-whatsapp-starts-to-talk

[Jorge-Vieira]

Gmail for Android updates with new 'All Inboxes' option


Google has released an updated version of Gmail for Android that includes a new "All Inboxes" option which does exactly what it sounds like; offers all of your inboxes in one spot.


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Even if you have inboxes from Outlook or Yahoo, Gmail for Android will display them, and you'll be able to read and reply to each e-mail, without swapping tabs or logging out. The Mountain View-based search giant has also teased that e-mail threads from external accounts will now be displayed with the same threaded conversation format that internal Gmail e-mails use.

The new integrated accounts will also make use of the improved autocomplete function, larger attachment previews and one-touch saves to your Google Drive account.





Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/44328/gmail-android-updates-new-all-inboxes-option/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Apparently Google cut Android malware in half last year (http://www.kitguru.net/laptops/mobile/android/matthew-wilson/apparently-google-cut-android-malware-in-half-last-year/)


Google began cracking down on Android malware pretty heavily last year and it seems to have paid off as apparently, Google has managed to cut the amount of malware hitting its mobile OS down by half. Additionally, Google also says that only 1 per cent of Android devices managed to have a bad application install during 2014.
When users were smart and only installed apps from the Google Play Store, only 0.15 per cent of devices ended up with a bad app. In order to combat this, Google recently tightened its belt and started up an app approval process, (http://www.kitguru.net/laptops/mobile/matthew-wilson/google-is-now-manually-reviewing-android-apps/) which will manually review apps before they are allowed on to the Play Store, much like what Apple does with its own store on iOS.
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For those who want even more detail, Google has released a 44 page long report (https://source.android.com/devices/tech/security/reports/index.html), going over everything from SMS abuse to ransomware and adware. Adrian Ludwig, the lead engineer for Android security had this to say:
“We thought it was really important to put as much data as we could out there. I kind of apologize for the fact that it’s 40-some pages, but hopefully next year it will be 150 pages and we’ll get even more data.”



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/laptops/mobile/android/matthew-wilson/apparently-google-cut-android-malware-in-half-last-year/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Admits it is Scanning Android Phones For “The Right Reasons”


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You may not be shocked that the search engine giant, Google, is scanning every single app on your phone, even if you downloaded it from third-parties and not from the Google Store. But is it really doing it for ‘the right reason’?
Google has confirmed in a security report (https://static.googleusercontent.com/media/source.android.com/en/us/devices/tech/security/reports/Google_Android_Security_2014_Report_Final.pdf) that it is tracking applications through their Verify Apps feature. This system is said to ensure that Potentially Harmful Applications don’t find their way into your Android phones.

“Google’s systems use machine learning to see patterns and make connections that humans would not,” Google explained. “Google Play analyzes millions of data points, asset nodes, and relationship graphs to build a high-precision security-detection system.”
While Verify Apps has been active for a few years now, Google added the Safety Net feature in 2014, granting it the ability to scan and collect data from all apps on your phone. Google stated that full device scans run once a week and by the end of 2014, over 200 million devices were being scanned every day.
In terms of what is actually being collected from your phone and apps, Google stated that it “only collects data needed to provide and improve device security”. While the company claims it is not collecting sensitive data, should you feel like you do not want to be tracked, you can turn off the feature by navigating to the Settings->Security section and disabling the “Scan device for security threats” feature.
Thank you BGR (http://bgr.com/2015/04/02/google-android-security-2014-year-in-review/) for providing us with this information



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-admits-it-is-scanning-android-phones-for-the-right-reasons/

[Jorge-Vieira]

'Trusted Voice' Authentication Coming To Android Through Play Services Update

http://media.bestofmicro.com/O/O/490776/gallery/nexus-6-press_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/nexus-6-press,0101-490776-0-2-12-1-png-.html)Google launched a feature called "Smart Lock" (http://www.tomshardware.com/news/android-lollipop-new-security-features,27974.html) in Android 5.0 that allows the smartphone to be paired with nearby devices (such as laptops, smartwatches, and so on) through NFC or Bluetooth, and then stay unlocked for as long as the connection is maintained.
This way, when your smartphone or laptop is on you and you have a smartwatch, you can use your device instantly without having to enter its PIN or pattern anymore. This feature can't be used for all situations (you might want to keep the phone locked at the airport, for example), so Google is now offering yet another smartphone locking feature called "Trusted Voice."
As you can already imagine from the name, this feature is about allowing smartphone owners to unlock their devices with a voice command. Presumably, the feature is a little more advanced than simply listening to the words being said; it will actually analyze voice patterns.
Either way, ironically, it seems that even Google doesn't trust Trusted Voice to be very secure. It warned users that someone else could be unlocking their devices if they have a recording of the user's voice, or even a similar voice. This is why voice is likely the least secure method of biometric authentication among fingerprint, face, iris (http://www.tomshardware.com/news/samsung-sri-iris-authentication-b2b,28834.html) and heartbeat (https://www.nymi.com/the-nymi-band/) recognition. It's just too easy these days for someone else to record your voice (http://www.tomshardware.com/news/call-privacy-poor-ss7-security,28283.html).
If Google has made it advanced enough so at least the people around you can't unlock your phone just by hearing you say the command, then it could be more secure than simply "sliding to unlock," but almost as convenient.
Face Unlock, another authentication feature in Android that was added a few versions back and has improved significantly since then, could be a good alternative to Trusted Voice. It is perhaps slightly more secure, and even more convenient, because you only have to look at your phone for a second or two to make it work.
However, in some cases Trusted Voice could be even more secure than face or fingerprint recognition. For instance, someone could physically force you to unlock your device with your face, iris or fingerprint, but they can't do that as easily if you need a PIN, passphrase, pattern or even a voice command.

The rollout of Trusted Voice has just begun as an update to the Play Services framework, so it might not arrive to all users at the same time.



Noticia:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/trusted-voice-authentication-android-update,28916.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

WhatsApp Officially Updated to Material Design – Download APK From Here

After trying tons of apps and tricks to get some layers of Material Design on top of WhatsApp, here is finally the official version. While this official WhatsApp Material Design update is not yet available on Play Store, you can get it via the link below with no problem whatsoever. The apk file weighs around 19MB and will being you up to version 2.12.24 of WhatsApp Material Design (http://wccftech.com/quantum-os-linux-desktop/).
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WhatsApp Material Design apk official update: Users have been long waiting for their favorite messaging app to update to the sophisticated and minimalist looks of Material Design. The day is finally here when you can enjoy all the new UI changes and animations on your app from your favorite Design of the Android. Of course, you’d be able to make calls using the app too without having to be called first!





Remember this is the official WhatsApp Material Design update as you are downloading the apk from the website of WhatsApp itself. It’s just not available over Play Store yet.
Download WhatsApp Material Design apk official link (http://www.whatsapp.com/android/current/WhatsApp.apk) Once you have got the latest official version of the WhatsApp, you will be able to enjoy all the latest graphics of the app including new status bar, colorful animations, new sharing UI and more! Here is the official WhatsApp Material Design apk screenshots to get you started to this wonderful and beautiful update (http://wccftech.com/install-official-android-5-1-on-nexus-4/)!
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Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-whatsapp-material-design-apk/#ixzz3XMY9nG1K

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google wants developers to make apps for younger audiences (http://www.kitguru.net/channel/generaltech/matthew-wilson/google-wants-developers-to-make-apps-for-younger-audiences/)


Google wants Android developers to start making apps that would suit a younger audience in order to keep up with Amazon. Amazon might not have the biggest selection of apps in the world but it does have a FireHD Kids Edition, which is aimed at children and also guaranteed a replacement should your device break within two years.
Google doesn’t offer anything like that for younger audiences at present. However, the company wants to change that by implementing software features that will allow parents to quickly find age appropriate apps and avoid those nasty bills for micro-transactions.
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Google’s new program is called “Designed for Families”, it permits developers to designate their apps and games as ‘family-friendly’, Google Play will also display age ratings for apps on its store, which should also help.
In order to gain Google’s family friendly seal of approval, apps must meet “stringent legal and policy bar and pass a specialized operations review”, according to a Google spokesperson speaking with The Verge. (http://www.theverge.com/2015/4/14/8410619/google-android-designed-for-families-announced)
These changes aren’t available just yet but consumers will learn more about Google’s future plans over the next few weeks. Hopefully upcoming features will include better parental controls so that parents can set their devices up for children and not have to worry about any surprise bills or dodgy content.



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/channel/generaltech/matthew-wilson/google-wants-developers-to-make-apps-for-younger-audiences/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Launches Family Friendly Store


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Worried about your child getting a copy of Call Of Duty: Black Ops Zombies for their Android device? Our Advice, don’t be.
The reason we say this is because Google are launching their family friendly version of the Play Store in a few weeks. To fill the freshly available section, Google are inviting current application developers to join the program and create apps to meet Google’s idea of Child safe experiences.
Google have released a list of requirements and advert policies that you need to comply to as a developer before they will allow you to publish the app in the new store.
These rules include:


Apps must be rated ESRB for everyone over 10 years of age
Apps must comply with laws concerning advertising to children
No violent content for children under 13

Sounds like Google are getting pretty serious about making the Play store and phones a safe place for children. You can see all their rules and guidelines here (https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/6184502)
The launch of the new store will go well with the new user profiles feature in Android Lollipop. You’ll be able to create a profile for your child so you can stop them seeing your information, yet allow them to have a child safe experience with Apps and adverts whilst using the device.
Thanks to Engadget (http://www.engadget.com/) for this information
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Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-launches-family-friendly-store/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Finally you can Google your Android phone

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Tells you where you left it
Google will let you use the search engine on your desktop computer to find your lost phone.


The idea is that if you install the latest version of its main Android app you can type in "find my phone" and let Google find it for you.
If your phone is nearby, Google can ring it for you. If it's further away, Google will show you it on a map.
Google introduced a tool called Android Device Manager in August 2013. The website and app can find lost phones and tablets (running Android 2.2 Froyo and above) by ringing them or showing them on a map.
If your device cannot be found or retrieved, Android Device Manager also lets you securely erase all of the data on your device. This ensures your data doesn't end up in the wrong hands.
There are a couple of things which bother us about this app. Firstly if you can find out where your phone is, then so can spooks, private investigators, jealous spouses, or US drones. All the hacker has to do is attack whatever security the system has on it.
At this point it is not clear what protection your phone has against these outside threats. But perhaps the biggest threat is from Google.
If Google knows where your phone is, the temptation for them to flog you location based advertising is going to be too much.



Noticia:
http://www.fudzilla.com/news/37543-finally-you-can-google-your-android-phone

[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple’s New Macbook Is Almost Impossible to Fix Yourself


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Google has released a new keyboard meant for handwriting called Google Handwriting Input.
The App works on any Android device running version 4.0.3 (Ice cream Sandwich) and above. The keyboard supports input in a whopping 82 languages. Simplifying the job of having multiple google keyboards for each language.
The keyboard can recognize emojiis by drawing them, is useful for languages that may be challenging to type on a conventional android keyboard and may work even if your handwriting is shocking!
Once you have installed the new keyboard from the play store you can see it looks the same as the old android keyboard. If you wish to write something rather than type it. The app recognizes input from both a finger and a stylus if you have one.
I’ve installed it on my Sony Xperia and used my fat fingers to have a play around and it works pretty well, what seems to me as an illegible scrawl is understandable by the app. Since release the App has been downloaded over 5000 times. You can download the app from here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.handwriting.ime&referrer=utm_source%3Dandroidcentral%26utm_medium% 3Dblog%26utm_campaign%3Dbloglink)
Google clearly have put a lot of thought and development into this app. It’s going to be interesting to see what they come up with next.
Thank you to Android Central (http://www.androidcentral.com/)for this information
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Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-releases-new-handwriting-keyboard-with-82-language-support/

[Jorge-Vieira]

“The 7th Guest” 20th Anniversary Edition for Android


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Trilobyte Games have teamed up with MojoTouch to launch a 20th Anniversary Edition of the classic “The 7th Guest”.

“Replete with a new, HD touch-screen interface that upscales the game beautifully to high definition, new maps, new animations and icons, and a host of other new features, the “20th Anniversary Edition” of our classic video game is available now at the Google Play or Amazon AppStore. Download the title here (http://get.mojo-touch.com/7thguest).”
The original game was dubbed the best game of 1994 by user polls. It was one of the first games designed for CDROM and the first to utilise full-rendered 3D animation and navigation.

“The original game features:
– Groundbreaking use of full-motion video and dialogue recorded by live actors in a terrifying virtual environment
– Bizarre, mind-bending puzzles to solve
– 22 stunningly rendered, devilishly surprising, 3-D rooms in a fully explorable haunted mansion
‘20th Anniversary Edition’ features:
* Totally new game play controls that were built from the ground up for touch-screens
* Hotspot based – no more pixel hunting
* All-new slick icons and animations
* Completely new map which can be accessed directly while playing
* Completely new game menus and save/load system
* Much improved voice acting audio quality and all new, optional subtitles
* Four music options: remastered music score; original score in Midi, General Midi or Adlib
* 27 Achievements to earn and share with your friends
‘20th Anniversary Edition’ list of extras:
* ‘The Making of’ featurette
* 19 Delete Scenes and 33 Delete Audio Parts
* Full soundtrack: 36 Tracks
* ‘The 7th Guest’ Novel (157 pages)
* The Original Script, ‘The Stauf Files’ document, and Original Game Manual
* Optional retro settings: play with original graphics, original music & the original controls”


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The game has just launched on Google Play and Amazon AppStore for the price of $3.99USD, $5.99 (US) will be charged in the future. Will you buy this piece of nostalgia? did you own a copy of the original? Let us know on our forums and in the comments.
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Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/the-7th-guest-20th-anniversary-edition-for-android/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android for Work is no longer Lollipop-only, standalone app shows up on Google Play



http://www.techspot.com/images2/news/header/2015-04-17.pngPreviously available as a built-in feature of Android 5.0 Lollipop, Google has released Android for Work as a standalone app on the Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.work.core). The app extends beyond the platform’s existing support for multiple accounts by allowing you to more efficiently separate work and personal content, and offering control for admins without interfering with your personal settings.
With the app installed, IT administrators will be able to manage and isolate work apps, and even if you have the same app for personal use, data is securely kept separate from one another. While it uses Android's multi-user framework to securely separate work and personal profiles, there is no switching users. Everything lives on a single, unified interface, and users can easily launch either app without having to worry about content carrying over or mixing in.
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Users can run secure, managed versions of Google’s Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, Camera, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Chrome as well as third party work tools like Exchange and Notes. As with Android for Work on Lollipop, your company will need to set everything up using one of the partner mobile device management solutions from BlackBerry, Samsung, VMWare and others.
Android for Work still in its early days and is only meant for devices running Android 4.0 or above. The app should help Google and Android OEMs better compete in the enterprise space where Apple is apparently well ahead. According to Good Technology (via ZDNet (http://www.zdnet.com/article/open-for-business-android-for-work-shows-up-on-google-play/)), during the third quarter of 2014, iOS represented 69% of devices in the enterprise while Android accounted for 29%.
For a more in-depth look at Android for Work check out Ars Technica's (http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2015/03/a-review-of-android-for-work-dual-persona-support-comes-to-android/) review.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/60398-android-work-no-longer-lollipop-only-standalone-app.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play Services 7.3 Updates To Trusted Places UI And Dismissible Android Wear Notifications

Google Play Services have made a significant jump from 7.0 to 7.3 in the latest update, offering some pretty neat features and a refreshed user interface for trusted places. Even though there is a lot to talk about for the consumer, developers on the other hand are left with a minor changes in the API. The update has some overall upgrades while previous issues were cleared as soon as this update arrived.
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Google services definitely needed an update for its current issues in the security section which was quite vulnerable. Though the trusted places’address on Home is working again, it seems that users are acquainted with a new and improved user interface as well. With this new UI, users can now set up safe zones with great ease, unless you already own one already. Other than this, the persistent Android Wear Notifications can now be dismissed. We know some users might find it very appealing.
Google+ Gets Material Design And Pull To Refresh – Download APK As mentioned before, the update for Google Play Services can now be configured concerning Trusted Places with all thanks to the new UI. However, according to an update, some users already possessed the UI which might have been an outcome because of the server-side switch which might have been triggered on to this update.





A new maps widget is added which is very easy to manipulate and control. The maps have a string of blue dots that reflects a safe zone that has been selected by the user. You can now search for a specific location using coordinates unlike relying on street addresses alone. It does not solely mean that users can no longer search using street addresses, that option will always be available.

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As far as Android Wear users are concerned, users mostly got persistent notifications when connected to a smart watch. This issue has also been fixed in the Google Play service update to version 7.3. The notifications have been appointed with a dismiss option so they don’t annoy you. Apart from this, this update also enables you to update your Google+ which gets Material Design features and a pull to refresh option.
You can download the update APK from this link (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-7-3-27-1857062-438-android-apk-download/). The APK is signed by Google itself so it will upgrade your existing application. You can also wait for this update if you wish to. the application is completely secure to download. As for now, let us know how you liked the update.









Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/google-play-services-73-updates-trusted-places-ui-dismissible-android-wear-notifications/#ixzz3XlrYN5zv

[Jorge-Vieira]

Here’s How To Download And Run Beats On Mac Or Windows

Apple’s had a special relationship with music. One of the first major products coming out of the company’s historic turnaround in the early 2000s was the iPod, which managed to significantly redefine the way we perceived music player. Apple looked to build on this transition with its acquisition of Beats music, and alongside Beats came its music app available for iOS, Android and Windows Phone users. Well, for those feeling left out of the loop, we have good news for you today. Users of Mac and Windows on PCs can also make use of the app, and we’ll be telling you how to do so after the break.





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Once ARC Welder is up an running, it’ll ask you to select the APK for the Play Store app that you need to run on your computer. Simply select the Beats APK that you downloaded earlier and you’ll be good to go. Just a reminder though. If you want Beats to keep on running, then you;ll be needing to run Chrome in the background, with or without any tabs open in the browser. Simple enough. So give it a try and let us know what you think in the comments section. Beats app on PC or Notebook should be a experience worth anyone who loves their music’s while. Enjoy.




Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/install-beats-mac-windows/#ixzz3Y3MCewUC

[Jorge-Vieira]

Outlook for Android Now Ready for the Real World

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After releasing 17 updates since its original launch, the Microsoft application has now had the preview title removed from the Play store. The team at Microsoft have had high expectations for Outlook, and whilst enhancing the apps performance and removing bugs they named the app as a Preview.
The application brings some new and welcomed features that make it a lot different from the standard mail client on your Android. The app features IMAP support, a revised people section, directory searching, swipe gestures and much more; the majority of the new features and changes have been requested by the end users.
“We’ve continued to polish the look and feel of the app. We updated our icon sets and simplified our fonts to provide a more consistent Outlook experience across operating systems and devices. But it was also important for Outlook to feel like a natural part of Android. We use common Android design principles like the Navigation Drawer to house the multiple tools offered in the app and have common actions like settings available in the App Overflow menu,” Microsoft explains.
The Application is available to Android users running version 4.0 and higher. The latest version of the app is 1.1.9 and is available to download here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.office.outlook&hl=en)
Thank you Winbeta (http://www.winbeta.org/) for providing us with this information
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Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/outlook-android-now-ready-real-world/

[Jorge-Vieira]

High amount of Android malware

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Symantec's Internet Security Threat Report released
Symantec's latest Internet Security Threat Report (http://www.symantec.com/security_response/publications/threatreport.jsp) claims that 17 percent of all Android apps are malware.

In 2013, Symantec uncovered roughly 700,000 virus-laden apps in Android. More than one third of all apps were what Symatec calls "grayware" or "madware" -- mobile software whose primary purpose is to bombard you with ads. It also found crypto-ransomware – software.
Not on Google Play The apps were not found in the Google Play Store and Symantec does not break out how many of the million or so malware apps were found in the Play Store. In fact, Symantec admits the number is probably low.
"Google does a good job of keeping malware out of the Store," Haley says. "And if a malicious app does make it in there, they do a good job of finding it and getting rid of it." On the other hand, if you visit alternate Android app markets, download apps from app maker's Websites, get them via email links, or find them on Bit Torrent sites, you run a much greater risk of infecting your phone, he adds.
Symantec used its Norton Mobile Insight software to crawl more than 200 Android app stores, downloading and analysing more than 50,000 apps and app updates each day in 2014.
Most of the malware found by Symantec tries to steal personal data like phone numbers and contact lists, which are then sold on



Noticia:
http://www.fudzilla.com/news/37625-high-amount-of-android-malware

[Jorge-Vieira]

Report: 1 out of every 5 Google Android apps are malware in disguise


Even though mobile malware targeting the Google Android operating system is increasing, actual infection rates are still relatively low, according to cybersecurity experts. Unfortunately, it looks like almost 1 out of every 5 Android apps were "malware in disguise," according to the newest Symantec Internet Security Threat Report.


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Over one-third of all Android apps are "madware," or "grayware," designed to increase the number of ads that a mobile user sees. In addition, Symantec noted the first infection by mobile ransomware, which encrypts data on a victim's phone until a ransom is paid.

Android, the No. 1 mobile OS based on market share, has an open infrastructure that makes it even more flexible to use by each phone manufacturer - but also gives cybercriminals the ability to create better malicious apps.

Making sure anti-malware software is an important first step, while also keeping downloads limited to the Google Play Store is important. "Google does a good job of keeping malware out of the Store," said Kevin Haley, director of security response at Symantec, published in a statement by Yahoo Tech. "And if a malicious app does make it in there, they do a good job of finding it and getting rid of it."






Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/44768/report-1-5-google-android-apps-malware-disguise/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Rolls Out Custom Voice Actions, Third-Party App Support For 'OK Google'
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Google (http://hothardware.com/tags/google) is all about teaming up with third-party partners to improve its core services. We saw it earlier this week when Google added over 70 new apps to Google Now (http://hothardware.com/tags/google-now), including Spotify and Feedly, and now Google's voice actions is learning to play with others as the first set of partners for custom commands arrive on Android (http://hothardware.com/tags/android).

As explained the Android Developers' Google+ page, this new feature will allow users to say things like, "OK Google, listen to NPR" or "OK Google, show attractions near me on TripAdvisor." Rather than being directed to NPR's or TripAdvisor's respective websites, these commands now open the accompanying apps (assuming you have them installed) and perform the requested action.


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"Google Voice Actions let users quickly complete tasks in your app using voice commands. It's another way to drive usage of your app with Google. Users' voice and text action requests can now lead directly to your Android app, so they can get to your native mobile experiences quickly and easily," Google explains.

Only select apps and commands are currently supported, including these:



Flixster: "Show me Inception on Flixster."
Instacart: "Show instacart availability."
Lincoln: "Start my Lincoln MKZ."
NPR One: "Listen to NPR."
Realtor.com: "Show rentals near me on Realtor."
Shazam: "Shazam this song."
TripAdvisor: "Show attractions near me on TripAdvisor."
Trulia: "Show homes for sale in Boston on Trulia."
TuneIn Radio: "Open TuneIn in car mode."
Walmart: "Scan my receipt on Walmart."
Wink: "Activate home mode on Wink."
Zillow: "Show me open houses nearby on Zillow.

Google's currently piloting additional custom voice actions and will open it up more widely in the future, the company said.[/QUOTE]



Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/google-rolls-out-custom-voice-actions-for-ok-google#Y7KblXYDiuPUPzHQ.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Researchers: Thousands of Android Apps Are Secretly Tracking, Snooping On Your Private Data
Anyone who has driven an Android smartphone any distance whatsoever has no doubt wondered whether any of the apps they use could be serving as information conduits. The relaxed vetting process that the Google Play (http://hothardware.com/tags/google-play) Store has in place ('relaxed' versus the jailer-esque process in use by those minding Apple's app store) results in their stocking all but the most obviously malicious apps (http://hothardware.com/tags/apps), after all, so a little suspicion in the mix just makes sense.

So is this neat new Find Parking app that just asked for location privileges pushing data on my movements into some database somewhere? Will personal data end up indelibly etched on a list (or two...or ten) if I use this app to buy the concert tickets from my phone?


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Wonder no longer. Yes, many of those cute little apps we love to load onto your digital pocket pals ARE giving up the goods, covertly shooting off data to ad sites and user tracking sites, and in some cases even sites that are considerably more nefarious. Now, though, thanks to the work of a group of security researchers at Eurecom in France, Android (http://hothardware.com/tags/android) users everywhere will soon be able to use an app to monitor the behavior of other apps on their smartphone (http://hothardware.com/tags/smartphone) and uncover precisely which sites they are being clandestinely connected to.

The new app, NoSuchApp ('NSA' for short, named "in honor of a similarly acronymed monitoring agency"), is the result of a massive research project (http://arxiv.org/pdf/1504.06093v2.pdf) that involved the downloading and installation of 2146 free apps from all 25 categories on offer in Google Play. Specifically, the researchers performed their analysis on the apps using a Samsung Galaxy SIII Mini smartphone running Android 4.1.2, which was configured to a local VPN that could be monitored for traffic activity, employing tcpdump to create a package for each individual application. Use of each application was simulated via a series of 1000 automated user interactions, with each packet capture processed with tshark to extract URLs. Those URLs were then compared against EasyList (an ad-related sites database) and EasyPrivacy (a user-tracking sites database) — two lists used by AdBlock Plus (http://hothardware.com/tags/adblock-plus) and other adblocking and anti-trafficking software — and also against Virustotal (a free virus, malware (http://hothardware.com/tags/malware) and URL online scanning service) for good measure, to ascertain the conclusions of the Eurecom study.

And the conclusions the group reached are chilling. Approximately 10% of the apps tested connected to more than 500 distinct URLs, with the worst offenders connecting to over 1,000 URLs each and about 100 top level domains. On the ad side, about two-thirds of the apps tested connect to an average of 40 ad URLs (with some connecting to over 1000) with Google-owned domains hovering near the top. Regarding user tracking sites, less than 30% make a connection, however some that connect do so with over 800 different trackers. To illustrate, the worst of the bunch — an app called Eurosport Player — connects to 810 tracking sites. The good news, though, if you can call it that, is that 94.4% of all of the URLs tested scored 0 with Virustotal, with the worst case for the outliers being that hits were recorded by three of the service's 52 different engines.

Android users who have read this far are no doubt gearing up to grab Eurecom's NoSuchApp app, to see just what kind of beneath-the-covers activities their smartphone apps are getting up to under their very noses. At this time, though, the app is not yet available on Google Play, and the DropBox link that Eurecom set up for NoSuchApp (https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/449486/SHARE_APK/nsa_app_secon.apk) is temporarily disabled at this time due to excessive traffic (but do keep trying).


Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/researchers-thousands-of-android-apps-are-secretly-tracking-snooping-on-your-private-data#RwuMhjMRmjJHT1r1.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Download Play Store 5.5.8 Here For Your Android Right Now

Google’s Play Store is here exactly a month after its 5.4 update. Play Store 5.4 saw some subtle changes introduced to the platform that included a more refined interface and some home screen widgets being removed from Nexus devices only. Play Store 5 saw the software giant’s popular app store being overhauled to Material Design and with the latest update you’d be sure not to miss out any key features being offered.
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Download Play Store APK 5.5.8 Right Here For All The Upgrades Aside from a much flatter look for its icon, Play STore is now very different from what veteran users were used to before the Material Design upgrade. Google’s changes to the way you access various menus icons on the app store allow for an overall much more minimalistic and modern look. All these changes, and some more ensure that your application download experience for Android goes as smoothly as possible.

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Play Store features a huge amount of apps, given Android’s more open nature resulting in users having a lot of different options to choose from. Apps ranging from accessibility, to health, media, games and more end up making for a complete smartphone experience. After all, if it weren’t for apps and all, our devices would merely be an assortment of hardware components with no means of achieving their capabilities. Google’s Play Store update is also known to be quite time consuming with regards to availability and installation, so head over to the link below for Play Store’s latest update, 5.5.8’s APK. Download and install it on your device. It isn’t too large either, so you should be done in no time, as Play Store 5.5.8’s APK weighs in at only 11 MB. So give it a run and let us know in the comments section. We’ll keep you updated as more upgrades become available. Cheers.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-play-store-558/#ixzz3ZLSPuobS

[Jorge-Vieira]

The Play Store Update Brings 600 New Apps to Android TV

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Since the launch of the Android TV, app support and app discovery has been a serious problem for the platform. It had less than 200 apps to offer between the video, audio, and game sections. Now, however, Google is expanding its software catalogue, adding over 600 new apps via a Play Store update today for Android TV devices, including the Nexus Player. These are the only Android TV apps available, the rest had to be manually searched.
These new 600+ apps are categorised into 20 new sections that simplify the task of finding specific types of apps like movies, sports, news, multiplayer games and more and improves the app discovery. The update should be showing up on compatible devices now, and you’ll see the new content in the store navigation area of your device. Along with the Top App list, the standard apps are divided into Messaging, Photography, Media, and Tools & Utilities.
This updated Play Store version 5.5.15 should reach all the compatible platform soon if it has not reached you yet, you can sideload the same signed APK in no time. You can grab the APK from here (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-android-tv-5-5-15-leanback-android-apk-download/) and install it by uploading the APK to any supported cloud storage service like Google Drive and using the cloud storage function of ES File Explorer to load the app.
As Google does not release update notes for Play Store in a user-accessible way, under-the-hood changes are not known at the moment.



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-revamps-android-tv/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google’s Play Store 5.6.8 Is Here – Download The APK Right Now

Google introduced several changes to its software platform this year, with the launch of Android M. The software giant finally heeded user calls for more control over apps and data, with an improved permission system. Through Android M, apps will ask for permissions when you access them of their features, rather than at the time of installation as was the norm before. In addition, custom tabs for Chrome will now allow apps to access the internet without opening up Chrome. It’s also the time of month when Google updates its Play Store, and you can finally download Play Store 5.5.8 as well.
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Download Google Play Store 5.6.8 APK Right Here Google has updated its Play Store and with the latest version you get several new updates on the platform. Play Store 5.6.8 features several bug updates that users have been demanding over a long time, and follows Google’s mantra of improved stability and performance introduced alongside Android M. In addition, Play Store has been upgraded with new wearable support and you should be seeing improved performance for your Android Wear devices as well.



At I/O this year Google announced several more features intended towards improving user experience for wearables. These include an all new launcher, coupled with GPS and Wi-Fi support as well as a screen lock. An all new Always On feature will also make your device display the time and other details 24/7, bringing its overall experience closer to a traditional watch. So Play Store 5.6.8 should end up improving your overall Android experience, whether you use a smartphone, tablet, Android Wear device or all three. The download link’s at the bottom of this post so click on it to download and install the latest Play Store. And let us know of any problems or features in the comments section below. Stay tuned for the latest updates.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-play-store-568/#ixzz3cO3LenUL

[Jorge-Vieira]

The new Family Friendly section is now live on Google Play



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Last month at I/O (http://www.techspot.com/search/?cx=partner-pub-7395890353660701%3Aj5claj-6kfy&cof=FORID%3A11&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=Family+FRiendly), Google announced a new Family Friendly approach to Google Play including age specific ratings, a family appropriate designation, as well as a series of new highlighted sections. That is now rolling out (http://ausdroid.net/2015/06/09/google-plays-family-friendly-section-goes-live-on-the-web/) on Google Play on the web and Android devices, with Family sections popping up in just about every category including apps, movies, TV shows, books and more.
Inside of the Family Friendly apps and games section, Google has laid out some handy quick links for parents in the drop down menu. You’ll find everything from age based categories, as well as break-downs by genre, like action, adventure, arcade, card etc. In fact, there is an entire page with some editor selected titles, and apps categorized by popular children’s characters and franchises like Elmo, Dora the Explorer, Teenage Mutant Ninja turtles, Disney, LEGO and more.

Much of the same applies to the Movies & TV and Books categories, where you’ll find a new star designation to indicate whether Google deems the content family friendly or not. Region specific ratings still apply throughout. There is also a new IAP protocol in place that requires a password to be used on any family friendly content, whether your account is setup for one or not.
You should be seeing the new Family sections on your devices now, and be sure to head over to Google's support page for more detials.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/60935-new-family-friendly-section-now-live-google-play.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Adobe Photoshop Mix, Brush CC, Color CC and Shape CC apps arrive for Android and iOS

Up to this point, Adobe has largely favored iOS over Google’s Android operating system with reference to its photo editing tools. That has all since changed as Adobe recently released four Creative Cloud apps (http://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/catalog/mobile.html) to the Google Play store: Photoshop Mix, Brush CC, Color CC and Shape CC.
Photoshop Mix (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.photoshopmix&hl=en) is Adobe’s general workhorse that replaces Photoshop Touch. With it, Android smartphone and tablet users will be able to perform basic non-destructive editing tasks like combining images, changing colors and contrast levels, apply preset filters and more.

http://www.techspot.com/images2/news/bigimage/2015-06-15-image-12.jpg Brush CC (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.creativeapps.brush) allows both beginners and professional users to turn their photos or graphics into brushes that can be used in Photoshop CC or Illustrator CC. Adobe Color CC (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.creativeapps.colorapp), predictably, lets app users create color palettes by sampling colors in a scene for use in desktop apps like Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. Shape CC (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.creativeapps.shape) converts images into vector graphics for Photoshop CC or Illustrator CC.
The apps are also available on iOS where you’ll find them free of charge (ditto for the Google Play store). And for those interested, Adobe also released Hue CC (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/adobe-hue-cc/id988496564?mt=8) and Preview CC (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/adobe-preview-cc/id973272286?mt=8) for iOS.
The apps are part of Adobe’s revised approach to mobile. Instead of trying to cram everything into a single app, the company is now content to develop dedicated, job-specific apps that focus on just one or perhaps a few Creative Cloud tasks.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/60998-adobe-photoshop-mix-brush-cc-color-cc-shape.html

[Ricardo.R]

Boas pessoal, alguem sabe de alguma aplicação para ver filmes e series no android? Estou a usar o xbmc mas so para ver a tv portuguesa, addons de filmes ou series legendadas andei a procura e das mais conhecidas nao funcionam.
A uns tempos instalei o popcorn mas demora muito tempo a carregar, ja tive o wareztuga mas ja nao funciona. Daí a minha pergunta desde já obrigado

[Sardo]

Do que percebi queres algo para ver por stream que seja alternativa ao xbmc/kodi é isso? É que se for, não conheço mais nenhum que funcione melhor.

Para reproduzir ficheiros do telemóvel/tablet o melhor é o MX Player

[Nelson1400]

O Wareztuga ainda funciona. Já não existe é na Store

[DHunt3r]

wareztuga, tens de sacar o aptoide e la terás todas as app grátis. aptoide tem de ser no navegador....
link: http://m.aptoide.com/
http://m.wtstore.store.aptoide.com/app/market/tv.wareztuga.player/43/9073795/Wareztuga+TV+Player

[webtiger]

usa o popcorn time

[Jorge-Vieira]

Transfer Computer Files To Your Smartphone With Pushbullet’s ‘Portal’ App

Its been long since the provision of cross platform file transfer services have made their way to mobile and computers. Pushbullet has been providing such services for quite a while for business as well as home use. Most of us use Pushbullet as part of our daily routine to move data from one device t another and yes, the service has been a source of great help.
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Pushbullet has released an all new application ‘Portal’, that reduces the effort to transfer files across different platforms. The methodology involves a simple Wi-Fi connection that aids in the transfer of data from your computer to any other Pushbullet supported device, either a smartphone or a tablet. There have been an ease to access and transfer files with Portal which is a light yet very powerful tool considering home network or business use.
The Fastest Way To Transfer Files From Computer to Smart Devices – Portal Portal involves enhanced security measures as it requires a QR code to be scanned and only then your file can be shared on your other device. Since it uses a local LAN connection. The procedure is really simple to transfer files across different devices. All you need to do is open your Portal application and the Portal website on your computer. Over there you will be asked to scan a QR code. Once you do that, you can drag and drop files to be transferred to another device. Instantaneously, your files will be moved to the directed device.





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Portal has an immense scope in the market for various fields. However, the app feels short of a feature which would have been cool. The ability to transfer files both ways has been denied which means you cannot send files from your smartphone or tablet to your computer. Although, the Portal team did say that they are open to any sort of experimentation and demand oriented features.
In the near future, the Portal app can be integrated into other PC software to expand its span of control and widen the likely utility features. Its a very useful app that incorporates in to enumerable fields. Due to its ease of use and very fast file transfer time, Portal will definitely play a part in its users work habits. If you liked the app, Portal is now available on the Google Play Store but does not support iOS for the time being. As for now, let us know if you think Portal is any helpful for you.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/transfer-computer-files-smartphone-pushbullets-portal-app/#ixzz3dL6n6tAe

[Jorge-Vieira]

Samsung's latest app lets you record mobile gameplay with ease

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Recording and sharing gameplay from a console or PC is immensely popular and relatively easy to pull off. Doing the same with a mobile game? Sure, it’s possible, but many apps require you to root your device while others look sketchy at best and cause games to run poorly.
Samsung is now trying its hand (http://global.samsungtomorrow.com/a-new-way-to-enjoy-mobile-gaming-with-game-recorder-and-e3/) at mobile game recording with a new Android app called Game Recorder+ (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.game.gamecast.global).
The app allows players to record clips in 1080p quality and can also capture face-cam commentary using your device’s front-facing camera and microphones. On the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge, it can even record game audio directly from the source.

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Once a clip has been captured, users can edit it on the spot and upload directly to YouTube. Those in countries without access to YouTube can save gameplay videos locally and upload them manually to the sharing site of their choice.
The only catch is that it only works on the following Samsung devices: Galaxy Note 2 or newer or a Galaxy S4 or newer running Android 4.1 or later. If you meet the criteria and want to try it yourself, head over to the Google Play store or the Galaxy App store to download it free of charge.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61028-samsung-latest-app-you-record-mobile-gameplay-ease.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Samsung Flow Enters Beta to Take on Apple Continuity

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One of the best features of iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite for Apple fans is Continuity, a feature that effortlessly connects Apple phones, tablets and computers. For Android users on Samsung phones, that gap may be about to close. Samsung Flow, which transfers content easily between Samsung phones and tablets, is now available on the Google Play store in beta form.
Android aficionados who own a Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy Alpha, Note 4, Note Edge or Galaxy Tab S can now download the program from the Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.flow&rdid=com.samsung.flow). Right now, the program's abilities are modest: either Transfer an activity to another device, or Defer it for later.
Transferring an activity is what it sounds like. For example, if you're watching a movie on your phone, you can select Transfer and pick it up immediately on your tablet. Go to an app's options menu, choose Transfer, and the content will show up right away on whichever compatible Samsung device you choose.
MORE: Best Smartphones on the Market Now (http://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-smartphones,review-2223.html)
Defer appears to be the more useful of the two options. Using the example of watching a movie again, say that you have something on your smartphone during your after-work commute. As your commute ends, you can select Defer and pick it up right where you left off on your tablet once you arrive back home. Defer also works through an app's options menu.
As Samsung Flow is still in beta, user reviews have been mixed. It apparently doesn't always work as advertised, and its functionality is limited. Transfer and Defer can be useful, but it doesn't quite rival the full feature suite of Apple Continuity. Still, a new program has to start somewhere, and Samsung enthusiasts can try it out for themselves.



Noticia:
http://www.tomsguide.com/us/samsung-flow-beta,news-20950.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Here’s How You Can Share Your Android App Purchases With Family And Friends

From an official standpoint, Android users cannot share their purchased applications like Apple’s Family Sharing which was debuted last year. The purpose of family sharing is to allow a single app purchase to work with other accounts, either your own device or someone else’. Hence, Android users have to work another way to access purchased apps on multiple accounts.
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In a simple manner, the workout procedure is fairly simple. To be able to share your app purchases on multiple android devices, you have to add your account to the other device. Other technical details will be covered later in this post but this sure would be a great way to share your app purchases with family and or friends.
Share Your App Purchases On Android With These Steps As to begin the act to enable purchased apps sharing, you will first need to borrow the android device of your family member or friend. The next step involves navigating to the android device’s Settings menu and then the Accounts Tab. In the Accounts Tab, tap Add Account. The account type must be set to Google and then enter your own account details here to log in. However, if you have two way authentication enabled, check your own device for the authentication code.
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The next step involves securing your private email address that you used on the other person’s device so no one can see it. To do this, navigate back to the Accounts tab in Settings and select Google then from the list, select your own account that you just made. The point here is to deselect any syncing option that may cause the data to be transferred to your family member’s device.
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As soon as you do this, head to Google Play Store and open the side menu bar. From this menu bar, tap the account of your family member atop the page. Proceeding further, you are advised to select your own account from this menu. And there you have it. You have completed the procedure to host purchased applications for your family members or friends.
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From this point forward, the My Apps segment will show all the apps that have been downloaded. Now your friend or family member can install any device that you have paid for. If you want more accounts to be a part of the sharing, follow the exact same steps on another device and increase the circle. That to it, folks. Let us know in the comments if this guide helped you.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/share-android-app-purchases-family-friends/#ixzz3dnNXi1U6 (http://wccftech.com/share-android-app-purchases-family-friends/#ixzz3dnNXi1U6)

[Jorge-Vieira]

Intel releases Android app for remotely controlling your PC



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Without much fanfare, Intel has launched (http://thenextweb.com/apps/2015/06/22/intel-remote-keyboard-for-android-lets-you-control-your-pc-from-your-couch/) a new app for Android called Remote Keyboard (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intel.remotekeyboard) that allows you to remotely control any PC with your smartphone using an on-screen keyboard and mouse.
The app is designed to be used with small form factor PCs, such as Intel's Compute Stick (http://www.techspot.com/news/59324-intel-compute-stick-entire-pc-149-hdmi-dongle.html), that either don't come with included peripherals, or don't effectively support keyboard and mouse control. For example, you could use the Remote Keyboard app to control a hidden living room PC that's connected to your TV.
However the app isn't limited to small form factor devices: you can install its companion software on any PC running Windows 7 or newer. When the software is installed and connected to your Wi-Fi network, the app will automatically detect your PC so that connection becomes easy.
The Remote Keyboard app comes with an on-screen QWERTY keyboard with buttons for Control, Alt, Shift, Delete and Windows, while the empty space above the keyboard acts as a trackpad. On the right, Intel has included a scroll bar so you can also efficiently use many Windows applications.
Currently, the app is only available for Android, and there's no word on whether Intel will release it on other platforms. For those of you that do have an Android device, you can grab Remote Keyboard from the Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intel.remotekeyboard) right now, for free.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61063-intel-releases-android-app-remotely-controlling-pc.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google’s Material Design Finally Makes Its Ways To Dropbox For Android

Before the Android M, Google’s major upgrade to its Android was Lollipop which brought with it a handful of changes from an overall layout overhaul to enhancements in functionality and performance. Many developers have adopted the Android Lollipop’s Material Design language in their apps according to guidelines from Google itself. However, many applications are still to translate their apps accordingly.
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Dropbox has been missing out on Material Design for a long time. Since the stock android language is still to last another year, it was advantageous for the company to pour in some Material Design in their Dropbox app. Better late than never, Dropbox has its newest version released, 3.0.0. This is what this post will be focusing later on, about the changes made in the update, either visual or under the hood improvements.



Dropbox Update Limited To Visual material Design Changes Material Design is the design language of Android’s latest operating system, Lollipop. Material Design has completely changed the visuals of user interface of application as well as the handling system. The design language alters or relocate action buttons which has become a thing for many of the Material Design applications. However, when we talk about Dropbox’s debut to Material Design, the visual changes are numbered while on the other hand, it does not include an increase in stringed features as compared to the previous version. The update 3.0.0 of Dropbox only focuses on the visual behavior of the application.
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The Dropbox has a dedicated cloud storage purpose and it fulfills it substantially greater than any other application for some users. Now, coming back to the visuals, Material Design looks offer an afloat or hovering action button on the bottom right side of the application. Along with this, the update includes a prominent menu button that slides out and provides an elegant feel to the eyes. As that, the color of the status bar also changed just like other Material Design applications. In this case, the status bar color has been changed to give a dark blue shaded color.
As mentioned before, the application did not get any feature enhanced update, yet the visuals have been altered. However, the forthcoming updates may provide additional features drenched in the same Material Design look. That’s all for the update on Material Design Dropbox update. Let us know in the comments how you feel about the update.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/googles-material-design-finally-ways-dropbox-android/#ixzz3dtjeH47M

[Jorge-Vieira]

Valve updates the Steam for Android app with a new UI and much more


Valve has finally updated the Steam for Android app, which has leaped from v1.1 right up to v2.0. The new Steam for Android app includes a totally revamped UI, something that Valve is calling "material".


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The navigation drawer, according to Android Police (http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/06/24/steam-app-updated-to-v2-0-with-semi-material-ui-battery-use-fixes-and-more-apk-download/), has "been completely rearranged in this update, and now includes links to your intentory, library, and additional app settings like disconnecting from the chat". Valve adds that it has fixed up background battery drain and the weird spontaneous login issues that many gamers were used to. The changelog for the app includes:



Changing from one screen to another is faster
Will not use battery when it is inactive
Will not log in unexpectedly
If possible, when resumed, the application will return to the screen it was on
Startup screen can be set
Chat history from other devices is available
Chat history for offline friends is available
Navigation menu has links to Inventory, Library, going offline for chat and logging out
Material design, higher res images, simplified settings, faster on older devices
Other fixes


You can grab Steam for Android from the Google Play store (https://play.Google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.valvesoftware.android.steam.communi ty&hl=en), or grab it from APK Mirror (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/valve-corporation/steam/steam-2-0-7-android-apk-download/).




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/46188/valve-updates-steam-android-app-new-ui-much-more/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

BlackBerry's BBM 'Private Chat' Protects Against Unwanted Screenshots

Blackberry launched a new "Private Chat" feature for its BBM instant messaging application for Blackberry 10, Android and iOS. Private Chat is meant to strip out the pictures and names from a conversation so that if anyone takes a screenshot, they can't see who said what.
http://media.bestofmicro.com/C/4/507172/gallery/zach-pre_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/zach-pre,0101-507172-0-2-12-1-png-.html)In the demo above, Blackberry portrayed a situation in which one employee tells another that he will pretend to get sick so he doesn't come to work the next day. Blackberry said that if he had used Private Chat, then his privacy would have been protected in this case because the other colleague in the conversation wouldn't be able to take a screenshot of it. Of course, the colleague could also tell their boss that Zack is only pretending to be sick, but he wouldn't have any proof of it.
http://media.bestofmicro.com/C/5/507173/gallery/zach-post_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/zach-post,0101-507173-0-2-12-1-png-.html)Private Chat conversations can also self-destruct after a certain amount of time, and you can set the length in BBM's settings. The Private Chat feature and the timing for self-destruction of messages are included in the new Privacy and Control Subscription, which will cost $0.99 a month. Current subscribers of the "Timed and Retracted Messages" feature, which Private Chat will be replacing, will be upgraded for free to the new bundle.
The new BBM update also includes a redesign (http://blogs.blackberry.com/2015/06/bbm-for-android-gets-android-material-design-update/) on Android, which follows Google's "Material Design" principles. Material Design has been adopted rather quickly by Android developers ever since Lollipop came out, especially compared to the previous "Holo" design guidelines.
Matias Duarte, who is Google's Vice President of Design, stated at Google I/O this year that over 40 percent of new apps use material design and over 200,000 apps have already adopted it in less than a year. He also said that the Material Design guidelines site has been visited over 2.5 million times so far, which isn't bad for a design resource.
The new BBM app also includes a new way to organize stickers and a new "quote message" feature to reference other people's messages in conversations. On iOS, the font is now based on the system font, which Blackberry believes users will appreciate.
The new BBM with Private Chat can be downloaded from both the Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bbm) and the Apple App Store (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bbm/id690046600?mt=8) now.



Noticia:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/bbm-private-chat-screenshot-protection,29465.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

YouTube for Android and iOS now supports 60FPS playback


Google has been on top of the upgrades to YouTube lately, with 60FPS support across YouTube for a little while now, but now the mobile apps have been updated to support high frame rate (HFR).


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Both YouTube for Android and YouTube for iOS have been updated with support for 60FPS playback, where you can watch 60FPS videos in their full glory on your mobile handsets, finally.




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/46252/youtube-android-ios-now-supports-60fps-playback/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google’s Photo App Made Huge Blunder while Tagging People

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A lot of things can go wrong when you work with automated processes and Google recently learned that the hard way as their animal tagging system went overboard and started tagging people.
The recently released Photo app was a convenient addition to the already existing apps with automatic photo syncing as well as automatic tagging. And it was the last part, the automatic tagging, that didn’t work as it was supposed to. The automatic feature started to tag dark-skinned people as gorillas and we imagine the embarrassment within the Google headquarter must have been huge.
Programmer Jacky Alciné discovered this and shared his tagging results on Twitter. It didn’t take long before someone from Google got wind of it, and it wasn’t just anybody. Google’s own Chief Social Architect, Yonathan Zunger, reacted just hours after in the best possible way. Instead of blaming others and finding excuses, he said it as it is. We screwed up and this isn’t okay.



Noticia completa:
http://www.eteknix.com/googles-photo-app-made-huge-blunder-tagging-people/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Custom Google Maps Now Accessible Through Drive, Works With Other Google Apps

http://media.bestofmicro.com/M/Y/508858/gallery/Google-Custom-maps-Info_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/Google-Custom-maps-Info,0101-508858-0-2-12-1-png-.html)One of the most common uses of Google Maps is, obviously, for navigation. By opening the app on your smartphone, you can use it to go from Point A to B without spending more money on a dedicated GPS device. However, Google Maps also allows you to make custom maps for a presentation, planning trips, or simply for keeping track of other types of data. Google made another improvement to the system, this time allowing users to create and manage their custom maps via Google Drive.
At a glance, this might seem like a very minor update, but this opens new ways for using Google Maps in a variety of scenarios. You can import addresses and other data from Sheets, or have a detailed map with various locations, time stamps and other useful data that can be shared to a group in a Google Drive file. That can also include schedules via Sheets or long messages written on Google Docs.
For the more advanced Google Maps tinkerer, you can also use Google's Apps Script to craft your own add-ons to make Maps (and the other apps within Google Drive) more unique and informational to you. Just like sharing custom maps with friends and colleagues, you can customize an Apps Script so that a shared custom map will also have additional layers of information for the recipient.
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Noticia:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/google-maps-works-from-drive,29493.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Photos Labels Black Couple As ‘Gorillas'; Really Google?

When Google announced its updated Photo app, users all around were excited to hear about its new features. With the ability to better manage your photos and nearly unlimited storage, Photos provided an efficient way for everyone to store, manage and organize their snapshots. But looks like not everyone’s impressed with the new app’s ‘search’ feature that allows users to search photographs simply by using appropriate tags and labels. In fact, for one twitter user, @jackcalcine, the app churned out some downright embarrassing results.
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Google Photos Labels Users As Gorillas – Makes Company Issue Apology As you can see in the image above, when twitter user jackyalcine (https://twitter.com/jackyalcine/status/615329515909156865) decided to use Google’s Photos app to organize his pictures, what he got in return wasn’t what he was expecting by any means. A photograph of him and his friend has been labelled by Google Photos as ‘Gorillas’, sparking a severe outrage from the user, as should be the case. Applications naming people as animals should not happen anywhere, particularly given how sensitive an issue racism has become over the past couple of months.
Google engineer, Yonatan Zunger was quick to respond to jackyalcine’s outrage and asked for the user’s permission to access his information so Google could further investigate the matter. He was also quick to announce that Google’s already rolling out a fix for the issue, which should have gone live by now. Several users were quick to join jackyalcine in his outrage, with tweets showing sympathies following the post. All in all goes to show how much work every application rolled out needs, even from software giants the likes of Google. Kudos for Google for fixing the issue as soon as possible, with Zunger staying in touch with jackyalcine constantly for updates. Thoughts? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.






Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/google-photos-labels-black-couple-gorrilas-outrage/#ixzz3eliuOcpX

[Whooper]

Boas,

alguem notou publicidade no Tapatalk ?

[Nelson1400]

Já li muita gente a queixar-se disso. Eu como parei na 4.9.5 (não me consegui habituar ao novo layout das novas versões) estou isento desse problema.

Mas acho estranho haver publicidade visto que nas versões mais antigas nunca houve e a app era igualmente grátis.

[Whooper]

Eu ja deixo aqui um shoot a mostrar ;)

[JayDz]

Tenho a ultima actualização do Tapatalk e não tenho nenhuma publicidade.

[Whooper]

Tambem tenho a ultima versão do TT, e ainda tenho a app AdAway, que come muita publicidade nas apps.
Ca estao 2 exemplo2

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[Enzo]

Acho que isso não é publicidade. Parece-me que te estão muito directamente à chamar-te velho :)

[Whooper]

Lol.

Mas aquilo aparece la de tempos a tempos, e quando tirei o shoot, foi a 1º vez que vi, apesar de ja ter ouvido falar que outras pessoas tinham visto publicidade no TT.

[Sonas]

Eu tb já reparei mas so no Android, no Iphone nunca tive essas "pubs"

[Jorge-Vieira]

New App Informs When Someone Has Deleted You

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Have you ever wondered why your Facebook friends counter seems to be going lower and lower? No, ok just me then, well wonder no more, as this new app informs you when a friend decides to run in the opposite direction, OK I may be trying to artificially hype this notion up.
The App goes by the name of “Who Deleted me on Facebook” which possibly took all of 5 seconds for that name to be referenced. The App which is available on the standard Android and IOS platforms, aims to inform you when a friend has deleted you from their account. The caveat is that while it informs you from the moment you have downloaded the App, it will not respectively scan back to previous friends who deleted you.
The App has another feature which also shows your newest friends, people you have chosen to block and a ‘last seen’ stamp for everyone in your list. This App used to be available on the site itself until Facebook changed its policies. Whether this software is actually useful is another matter, after all, if you have been deleted you would either A notice, B not notice or C not care.
The App is free and available from both Apple’s and Google’s App stores, but according to the iTunes Store, the App which had been released on the 29th June 2015 has not yet received enough ratings to display an average feedback chart
Thank You TNW News (http://thenextweb.com/apps/2015/07/05/heres-how-you-can-see-who-deleted-you-on-facebook/) for providing us with this information



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/new-app-informs-someone-deleted/

[Whooper]

Boas,

alguma app para me fazer um check ao cartao MicroSD, afim de verificar erros do sistema de ficheiros.

E' o seguinte: tenho alguns ficheiros audio no formato OGG, que a principio dão, com qualquer leitor, mas tempos mais tarde deixam de funcionar. Sao ficheiros que eu recodifico de Mp3 a 320Kbps para OGG a 70Kbps.
Ja testei com varios leitores de audio, e acontece o mesmo em todos: nao le. De alguma forma os ficheiros ficam corrompidos
Se for Mp3, nao acontece, no entanto e um formato que menos ficheiros audio disponho no cartao SD

Qualquer das formas tudos quanto tenho no SD do tlm, tenho uma copia de segurança no Hdd do PC.
O cartao é um Samsung 16Gb class 6, formatado em FAT32. Ja lhe fiz o check disk a partir do Windows nada detectou.

Alguma ideia ou dica?

Tkx

[Jorge-Vieira]

Download Google Play Store 5.7.10 APK Right Here For Your Device

Its that time of the month again folks. Google’s updated Play Store again and if you’re looking to download the APK, you’ve come to the right place. Play Store updates follow a monthly schedule from folks over at Google and each updates brings numerous bug fixes and other upgrades to make your app downloading experience as smooth as possible. Google’s already showcased some much needed features with this year’s Android M and while the operating system is yet to be made available for the general public, its still following the right track.
http://cdn3.wccftech.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Google-toys-around-with-the-Android-Market-changes-name-to-Google-Play.jpg (http://cdn3.wccftech.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Google-toys-around-with-the-Android-Market-changes-name-to-Google-Play.jpg)





Google Play Store APK 5.7.10 Is Up For Download – Get It Here With every Play Store, we get to see numerous updates and upgrades to the platform. We’ve seen Material Design become an integral part of Google’s App Store through different upgrades. Different aspects of your Android experience have been upgraded to Google’s design language which was introduced through Android Lollipop. Aside from improved stability and better performance all around, elements such as Newsstand, Google +, different menus and tabs all have now become much more simplistic.
Google’s plans for Play Store are also rumored to be expanding, with the software giant reportedly looking to enter the Chinese market as well. We’ve been hearing some word about its deal with Huawei, through which Google will be introducing an app store to Chinese markets as well. If you’re updated with anything remotely tech, you’ll know that Google’s services in that part of the world are banned by the government, and if its successful in getting an app store out there, there’s no limit to the revenues that are in just for the taking.Keep in mind that you shouldn’t expect Play Store 5.7.10 to work with Android M developer preview or any ROM images based on it. So download Google Play store 5.7.10 here (https://mega.co.nz/#%21tpRiTbhA%219xBqMpGgzNohnQZur3seV-FEVgeRVdejUoLzLEFmQCI) and let us know how it went in the comments section below.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-play-store-apk-5710/#ixzz3fiDE2RMU

[Whooper]

Tambem esta no Apkmirror : http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Photos collects your images even after deleting the app (http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/apps-software/matthew-wilson/google-photos-collects-your-images-even-after-deleting-the-app/)


Google’s Android app, Google Photos, seems to have a fairly alarming issue right now as it has been discovered that the service will continue to collect your photos even after deleting the app from your smartphone. This is because the app doesn’t use its own settings menu to set up backups but instead runs backups through Android’s own settings.
This means if you forget to turn the photo backup feature off before deleting the Google Photos app, it will continue to collect and upload your images to Google’s cloud storage servers. This issue was discovered by David Arnott, (http://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/blog/2015/07/google-photos-uploads-images-without-app.html) a Business Journal writer.
http://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Google-Photos-e1436883606513.jpg (http://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Google-Photos-e1436883606513.jpg)
Some already choose not to use Google Photos due to the fact that it uses ‘unguessable’ public URLs for stored images, which can be a security concern, so this news is unlikely to help matters. If you did happen to use Google Photos at any point and would like it to stop stealthily uploading your images, you need to head in to your phone’s settings menu and find the ‘Google Photo Backup’ option in order to turn it off properly.
Arnott did bring this up with Google, which maintained that the backup feature was working as intended, suggesting that the company has no plans to change how Google Photos handles backups.



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/apps-software/matthew-wilson/google-photos-collects-your-images-even-after-deleting-the-app/

Quem tem esta aplicação convém ler esta noticia.

[Whooper]

Google Photos envia fotografias mesmo depois de desinstalado

O Google Photos foi apresentado (http://pplware.sapo.pt/informacao/google-photos-o-servico-gratuito-e-ilimitado-para-fotos-e-video/) na última conferência I/O como sendo a mais recente criação da gigante das pesquisas. Este novo serviço pretende (http://pplware.sapo.pt/google/google-photos-vai-surpreender-os-utilizadores/) concentrar todas as fotografias dos utilizadores e nelas aplicar alguns algoritmos de identificação e melhoria.
Mas parece que o Google Photos está a reagir mal quando é desinstalado e continua a realizar o seu papel, enviando as fotografias para a Google mesmo sem autorização dos utilizadores.

Mais aqui:

http://pplware.sapo.pt/google/google-photos-envia-fotografias-mesmo-depois-de-desinstalado/

[RCS_007]

Tá certo, porreiro pá
Ainda bem que só tenho instalado no meu TLM uma app da google (a parte da Play Store obviamente)que é o Google Maps.
Com isto, será que a galeria stock é tão má na maioria dos androids, que será preciso instalar esta app da google, que a meu ver não tem nada de jeito?

[Dape_1904]

Boa tarde,

Uma péssima atitude da Google. Mas quem está na posição em que eles estão pode dar-se a estes desplantes, infelizmente. Os consumidores não devem esquecer atitudes como esta e devem castigar as empresas.

Cumprimentos.

[Sardo]

O pior é que para contornar isto só pondo uma custom ROM, coisa que a gigantesca maioria dos utilizadores não sabe fazer e desconhece inclusive.

[RCS_007]

"Don´t be Evil" says it all
A bocado é que reparei, que até têm a aplicação do relogio stock android para quem quiser instalar.
:facepalm:

[Dape_1904]

"Don´t be Evil" says it all:facepalm:

Boa tarde,

Eu sempre afirmei isto mesmo. Mas diz-se que sou um perseguidor da Google, enfim. A Google é a empresa mais hipócrita de todas. Se não lhe põem mão a Google vai querer dominar todo e qualquer setor dentro e fora das tecnologias. Esta empresa tem de ser parada.

Cumprimentos.

[JayDz]

Tu és mesmo engraçado.

[JPinheiro09]

Tenho essa app instalada e já me deu cá um jeitaço. Um dia que a pretender remover logo verei como o fazer.

[Jorge-Vieira]

Many popular smartphone apps are vulnerable to password cracking


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The latest report from mobile security firm AppBugs (https://appbugs.co/html/bugs_category.php?c=password_bruteforce) has revealed that many popular smartphone apps are vulnerable to password cracking because they allow an unlimited amount of login attempts. This means that an attacker could theoretically access a user's account by simply entering a huge amount of passwords until the correct password is guessed.
While this type of brute force attack would normally take a long time to execute, mobile passwords tend to lack complexity due to the difficulties of entering strong passwords on a smartphone keyboard. If an attacker has the right tools and a lot of time at their disposal, they could gain access without much of a struggle.
Limiting the number of login attempts is one of the simplest ways to improve the security of a service's login process. While it could lock out legitimate users who fail to spell their password correctly after a number of attempts, placing even a relatively high limit on the number of attempts (say, 50) can prevent most brute force attacks.
AppBugs discovered around 50 Android and iPhone apps, downloaded more than 300 million times in total, that were vulnerable to this kind of attack. Developers were given 90 days notice to fix the issue in their app before the vulnerability would be publicly disclosed, and as you might expect, 12 apps weren't fixed in this time period.
The apps that are vulnerable (http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/07/dozens-of-phone-apps-with-300m-downloads-vulnerable-to-password-cracking/) include those from AutoCAD, CNN, Domino's Pizza, ESPN, Expedia, iHeartRadio, Kobo, Slack, Songza, SoundCloud, Walmart, and Zillow. A number of other apps haven't been exposed as their grace period hasn't expired, while the app developers for Dictionary, Pocket and Wunderlist fixed the issue in their latest app updates.
Hopefully the remaining app developers who haven't addressed this issue with their apps do so promptly through what should be a relatively simple rate limit fix.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61410-many-popular-smartphone-apps-vulnerable-password-cracking.html

[Whooper]

Cortana para Android :
http://pplware.sapo.pt/smartphones-tablets/android/a-cortana-para-android-escapou-para-a-internet-e-pode-ser-testada/



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[Jorge-Vieira]

Android News App Used to Distribute Hacking Team’s Spyware

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The massive (and wonderful) data theft from Hacking Team has revealed that Italian spyware maker was using a fake Android app as a backdoor method of distribution for its Remote Control System. The app, BeNews, which stole the name of a now-defunct news website to feign legitimacy, was uncovered by Trend Micro’s Wish Wu yesterday (http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/fake-news-app-in-hacking-team-dump-designed-to-bypass-google-play/).
“We believe that the Hacking Team provided the app to customers to be used as a lure to download RCSAndroid malware on a target’s Android device,” writes Wu.
Wu reveals further details on the malicious app and which Android devices it can affect:

“The backdoor, ANDROIDOS_HTBENEWS.A, can affect, but is not limited to, Android versions starting from 2.2 Froyo to 4.4.4 KitKat. It exploits CVE-2014-3153 local privilege escalation vulnerability in Android devices. This flaw was previously used by the root exploit tool TowelRoot to bypass device security, open it for malware download, and allow access to remote attackers.
Looking into the app’s routines, we believe the app can circumvent Google Play restrictions by using dynamic loading technology. Initially, it only asks for three permissions and can be deemed safe by Google’s security standards as there are no exploit codes to be found in the app. However, dynamic loading technology allows the app to download and execute a partial of code from the Internet. It will not load the code while Google is verifying the app but will later push the code once the victim starts using it.”
Wu found the source code for BeNews within the 400GB of stolen data from Hacking Team, a company that has been hammered for its flagrant disregard for civil liberties and human rights. Following the breach, Hacking Team has taken a defiant stance, revealing that it intends to develop a new version of its Remote Control System spyware in order to resume what it describes as its “criminal and intelligence investigations.”
Thank you CSO (http://www.csoonline.com/article/2949533/mobile-security/bogus-news-app-used-to-deliver-hacking-team-spy-tool.html#tk.rss_news) for providing us with this information.



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/android-news-app-used-distribute-hacking-teams-spyware/

[Jorge-Vieira]

How Hacking Team published a fake Google Play app to spy on you



http://www.techspot.com/images2/news/bigimage/2015/07/2015-07-19-image-5.jpg


As if the Milan-based "offensive technology" company hadn't caused enough harm (http://www.techspot.com/news/61249-when-hackers-get-hacked-firm-sold-spyware-governments.html) recently, it has now been revealed that Hacking Team was responsible for a fake news app on Android's Google Play store. This news comes in from Trend Micro whose researchers discovered a sample of the app's code used to evade Google's quality control procedures.
The app, entitled "BeNews" allegedly took influence from a now-obsolete legitimate news source of the same name to appear genuine. Despite Google's developer program policy designed specifically to prevent apps like this, Hacking Team managed to publish BeNews using backdoor exploit tools that take advantage of dynamic loading technologies.
This means that while, on the surface, there are no exploit codes to be discovered by Google in the app, the software is programmed to download and carry out an extension of its code from the Internet after being opened by the end-user.

http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/files/2015/07/BeNews_04.png The backdoor could potentially pose threats for users of Android devices anywhere from 2.2 Froyo to 4.4.4 KitKat with some additional devices also at risk. The mobile spy tool was available on the Google Play store as recently as July 7 and, dubiously enough, provided "detailed instructions on how customers can manipulate the backdoor as well as a ready-made Google Play account they can use".
Fortunately, this app in particular was only downloaded about 50 times, likely due to the ambiguity of its function. Nonetheless, the most alarming part of this story isn't the app itself but the principle behind it. If Hacking Team was able to break into Google Play, especially given its own history of security missteps (http://www.techspot.com/news/61309-hacking-team-stolen-emails-now-searchable-wikileaks-clues.html), there is something to be said about the susceptibility of the Android marketplace. Surely, organizations will be more adamantly precautionary in regards to privacy after this month's exposé.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61427-how-hacking-team-published-fake-google-play-app.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google+ Photos is shutting down on August 1, replaced by Google Photos



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Google has announced that their old cloud photo storage solution, Google+ Photos, will shut down (https://plus.google.com/u/0/+googleplus/posts/d1XubVAZ5hV) on August 1st in favor of the company's newer service, Google Photos.
The shutdown of Google+ Photos will start with the Android app ceasing to function, followed by a removal of the service from iOS and the web. All the photos you've stored on Google+ Photos will automatically transfer over to Google Photos, even if you don't update to the newer service before the shutdown date.
Google launched Google Photos in May (http://www.techspot.com/news/60818-google-photos-offers-unlimited-free-photo-video-storage.html) as the obvious replacement for Google+ Photos down the track. It supports all of the same features as its predecessor and even introduces some new functionality, such as the ability to upload an unlimited amount of high quality photos and videos, and automatic organization of those photos and videos by more than just the date and location.
Google+ Photos isn't the first photo service from Google that has been phased out in favor of a newer product. Picasa Web Albums were essentially discontinued several years ago in favor of Google+ Photos, although the service has remained available to those that want a legacy photo storage solution.
The shutdown of Google+ Photos shouldn't disappoint too many users, because the new Google Photos application is extremely well built and includes many useful features. If you haven't checked it out already, the Google Photos app is available on both Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.photos) and iOS (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-photos/id962194608?mt=8), as well as on the web (https://photos.google.com/).



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61449-google-photos-shutting-down-august-1-replaced-google.html

[Sardo]

Mais um serviço da Google que não pegou

[RCS_007]

Lol
Para mim eles até podiam fechar o google +.

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android accepts defeat, will now show vertical YouTube videos full screen


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Friends don't let friends take vertical videos. Our brains and eyes are wired for widescreen. And yet, in this age of ubiquitous smartphone screens, it happens all the time. There's good news today if you're one of those people. Android will now allow videos shot vertically to be viewed in full screen.
Previously Android would only display YouTube videos in landscape mode, meaning that if the video was filmed vertically you would end up with a lot of blank space on either side of the frame and a really small video, making it painful to watch. With the new update (http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/07/21/our-long-national-nightmare-is-over-youtube-on-android-now-shows-vertical-videos-properly-in-full-screen/) to the app, version 10.28 (http://www.techspot.com/downloads/5781-youtube-for-mobile.html), videos will be viewable vertically, so at least now they'll take up the entire frame.
Bias aside, vertical videos are actually becoming more prevalent thanks to services like Periscope (http://www.techspot.com/news/60789-periscope-live-streaming-app-now-available-android.html), or SnapChat which are designed to only shoot video that way. As the number of vertical videos increases it only makes sense for Android to make it easier for viewers to watch them. In all honesty, this change has been a long time coming. While Google themselves are obviously in the "vertical videos are bad" camp (why else would they have held out so long on this?), there's little we can do as a culture to overcome it entirely. If you're going to watch a vertical video, it's best to watch it vertically.
http://www.techspot.com/images2/news/bigimage/2015/07/2015-07-22-image-15.jpg
So vertical video makers rejoice. In fact, we should all celebrate. Although the orientation will still be annoying for people watching on laptops, monitors, and TVs, at least Android smartphone users won't have to suffer innecesarily. There's no word yet on when or if the update is coming to iOS.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61475-android-accepts-defeat-now-show-vertical-youtube-videos.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Microsoft Arrow is Launcher for Android

Microsoft is currently working on a new app, and it’s an Android launcher. The company’s latest app is Arrow Launcher and it is currently in private beta – meaning that you can’t download it without an invite just yet.
Arrow Launcher includes three pages – and you can’t add or remove those pages. The first page is the People page where you will see your contacts (phone, as well as email accounts) – and that’s pretty much all the things on the People page. The home page of the launcher is the Apps page where there is the Recent section and the Frequent section – the recent section shows the recently installed apps while the Frequent section displays the apps that you use the most. The apps page is followed by the Notes & Reminders page which basically allows you to add reminders and it’s also a very nice feature which most custom Android Launchers don’t include.
Just like most of the other Android launchers, the Arrow Launcher also includes a dock where you can easily access your most used apps. The dock in Arrow Launcher includes an arrow and swiping up reveals another set of quickly accessible apps and links to access the launcher’s Settings, Feedback and Wallpaper pages. The dock also reveals the contacts you recently contacted, which is pretty handy as well.
When it comes to customization, the Arrow Launcher lacks some features. For example, you can’t choose a custom icon pack or change the icon size for the apps. You can’t also add apps to the Frequently used apps section on the homepage. However, one nice thing about the launcher is that you can choose to have the daily Bing wallpaper as the default wallpaper which is pretty nice.
Overall, Arrow Launcher seems pretty good, however, as usual, there is room for improvements. As we stated earlier, the app is currently in private beta but you can ask for invitation by joining this Google+ community (https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/109393011462139141948). And if you are not interested in joining the beta program, you can download the APK file for the app here. (https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=C1994020821E7ABD%2153698&authkey=%21AC4h8yylSTz1GMg&ithint=file%2capk)
Here are some screenshots of Arrow Launcher:


http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=thumb&id=11484 (http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=file&id=11484) http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=thumb&id=11485 (http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=file&id=11485) http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=thumb&id=11486 (http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=file&id=11486) http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=thumb&id=11487 (http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=news&action=file&id=11487)

Noticia:
http://www.guru3d.com/news-story/microsoft-arrow-is-launcher-for-android.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Translate Adds 20 New Languages, Boogies With ‘La Bamba’ Mashup

Earlier this year, the Google Translate got a whole lot more useful thanks to the ability to read signs in a foreign language in real-time (http://hothardware.com/news/google-translate-now-reads-foreign-signs-offers-real-time-voice-translation). For those that travel abroad on a regular basis and don’t speak or understand the native language, this tool has been a huge asset.


http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q9zhVLOurAg/VbjNguxP5aI/AAAAAAAAQuM/Xdd5lRFip8I/s640/hindi_indonesian_ukrainian_portuguese.gif

While the instant translation feature was definitely welcome to users, it was limited in its first iteration; it only supported English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. Today, Google is adding support for a whole truckload of additional languages supported by the instant visual translation feature in Google Translate.

You can now translate to and from English and Bulgarian, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Filipino, Finnish, Hungarian, Indonesian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Slovak, Swedish, Turkish and Ukrainian. You can also do one-way translations from English to Hindi and Thai.
As before, you get an even larger pool of languages to select from if you skip the instant translations and instead simply snap a picture of the text that you wish to translate. In that case, a total of 37 languages are supported.
To celebrate the language expansion, Google Translate Product Lead Barak Turovsky posted the following video which shows the app going up against the song “La Bamba.”

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In addition to the language update, Google has also made some app tweaks to provide a more pleasant experience for users on slower mobile connections when using Google Translate. So even if you have a slow or unreliable network connection, the voice conversation mode has seen improvements when performing real-time translations via 32 supported languages.



Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/google-translate-adds-20-new-languages-boogies-with-la-bamba-mashup

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android is getting an official Reddit app (http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/apps-software/matthew-wilson/android-is-getting-an-official-reddit-app/)


Reddit is often referred to as the front page of the internet and for good reason, the site gets a ton of traffic. However, the site has had a pretty limited presence on smartphones and mobile devices, though that is set to change as an official Android app is in the works, according to Reddit’s new CEO, Steve Huffman.
“I normally don’t like talking about things before they’re ready, but because many of you are asking what’s going on, and have been asking for a long time before my arrival, I’ll share what we’re up to”, Huffman wrote in a Reddit thread. (https://www.reddit.com/r/announcements/comments/3f10up/good_morning_i_thought_id_give_a_quick_update/)
http://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/politifact-photos-reddit-600x445-600x4202.jpg (http://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/politifact-photos-reddit-600x445-600x4202.jpg)
According to the new CEO, the app was actually already in the works before he arrived back at the company earlier this month and it is “coming along nicely”, although there isn’t an official release date just yet. Reddit does have an app for iOS, after the company acquired the Alien Blue app last year, which was the most popular third-party Reddit app for Apple’s platform.
There is an AMA Reddit app on Android at the moment, though it is purely dedicated to AMAs, rather than the rest of the site.



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/apps-software/matthew-wilson/android-is-getting-an-official-reddit-app/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Excalibur uses your phone to automatically enter PC passwords

With passwords entered in your phone, simply walk near your computer and everything will automatically log in - apparently. Excalibur has just seen an Android release (http://getexcalibur.com/en) and in an email to us they explained exactly how this interesting application works.

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With browser support limited to Firefox and Chrome, this app allows you to store multiple passwords in its secure memory. When paired with your computer, this app will automatically log you in or out of your computer and websites depending on range. As you can see in the video above, simply placing your phone next to the PC will see it log in, walking away will see everything log out.

This free app requires a specific authentication process to make sure people can't steal your precious data - if you're looking for a more in depth explanation as to how this is achieved, head to this blog post (http://getexcalibur.com/en/excalibur-security-design).

This technology looks great, do you trust it?


image: http://imagescdn.tweaktown.com/news/4/6/46748_044_excalibur-uses-phone-automatically-enter-pc-passwords.png (http://www.tweaktown.com/image.php?image=imagescdn.tweaktown.com/news/4/6/46748_044_excalibur-uses-phone-automatically-enter-pc-passwords_full.png)
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Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/46748/excalibur-uses-phone-automatically-enter-pc-passwords/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

FireChat App Offers ‘Dark Social’ Messaging For Chats Sans An Internet Or Cell Connection

There are few things quite as frustrating as dealing with a loss of power. In many cases, that wouldn't cut off communication entirely, as most of us have cell service that would allow us to keep in contact. But what about in the case of a full city power outage? It's happened, and it makes the loss of power at your own home seem like a cakewalk.
In extreme cases, it could be governments that are causing disruption, with a notable case being Hong Kong last year, during the Umbrella Revolution. As this was going on, people were unable to make use of their mobile (http://hothardware.com/tags/mobile) service to keep in contact with each other. Fortunately, there was a solution: FireChat.
FireChat works by bouncing messages off of other FireChat users, until they reach their destination. It doesn't rely on cellular towers at all, but does require the support of mobile users who are willing to install the app. In the event of a power outage or some governmental overstep, people will still be able to keep on contact with others, provided the overall support is good. It should be noted though that FireChat's angle isn't only power outages. Those who simply want to keep their messages off the grid could make good use of the service.

http://hothardware.com/ContentImages/NewsItem/34554/content/FireChat.jpg According to FireChat's developers, it requires just 5% of mobile users in a given city to consider it "blanketed". However, when you consider that the vast majority of people don't install apps based on what "could" happen, 1/20 people does seem ambitious.
The company's "OM" service isn't the fastest, but that's to be expected when cell towers are bypassed. It's said that a message could take upwards of 10 minutes to be delivered, with the entirety of the latency being the sum of all the devices the message has to pass through.
It's not fast, but it does seem cutting-edge, even though the technology to pull it off doesn't seem that complicated. I admit I am tempted to install the app, as last summer, my city did suffer nearly a complete power outage. Fortunately, cell service was still working, but I could have easily been in a situation where it wasn't. Sometimes it's better to be safe than sorry.



Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/firechat-app-offers-dark-social-messaging-for-chats-sans-an-internet-or-cell-connection

[Jorge-Vieira]

Download Google Play Store 5.8.8 APK



Google has updated its Play Store with a few changes and bug fixes. You can now download the very latest Google Play Store 5.8.8 APK for your own device.
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Download Google Play Store 5.8.8 APK:

Google updates its Play Store following a monthly schedule bringing bug fixes and some feature upgrades to the Store. Play Store has been adapting to the Material Design (http://wccftech.com/material-design-launches/) as it’s becoming an integral part of Google’s several services. Now bringing more Material Design elements with several apps updated with Google’s new design language, you can download the new Google Play Store 5.8.8 APK bringing bug fixes.
After the Material Design introduction to Google’s services, Play Store has become more simplistic. Not only that but it also offers improved stability and better performance. The latest releases include updated looks for What’s New, Details Page, Wearable sensors / activity data, Enterprise app support, and changes in other features. Google Play Store 5.8.8 APK also carries more Material Design elements to the apps like Gmail, Google+ and Google Play Newsstand, all draping more of Material Design.
What’s New:


<section class="onerow onerow-fullwidth">You might have noticed the new hamburger menu animation in some Google apps. Now introduced in Google Play Store 5.8.8, the three horizontal lines take you to the navigation drawer rotate and convert into an arrow when you switch from one screen to another.


</section>Download Google Play Store 5.8.8 APK from here (http://www.4shared.com/mobile/0IVxH0RYba/comandroidvending-588-80380800.html). Please note that Play Store 5.8.8 is not compatible with Android M Preview which means you should expect crashes on your device. It also won’t run smoothly if you have installed any custom firmware on your Android device too. You can always install an earlier version to get rid of these problems on your Preview or custom ROM powered devices.
Let us know if you like the new updates introduced on Google Play Store.






Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-play-store-5-8-8-apk/

[Jorge-Vieira]

‘Simpler, Faster’ Google Hangouts 4.0 For Android Receives Material Design Makeover

Google (http://hothardware.com/tags/google) has gone and revamped its Hangouts (http://hothardware.com/tags/hangouts) app for Android (http://hothardware.com/tags/android). It has a fresh new look courtesy of Google's Material Design, along with improved speed and new feature additions to make the experience easier to navigate and better than before. The end result is Hangouts 4.0, a new version that's rolling out to Android devices today.

It was only a matter of time before Google took a fresh coat of paint and changed things up. Google's Material Design aesthetic that was introduced with Android 5.0 (http://hothardware.com/tags/android-50) Lollipop has already been applied to NVIDIA's Shield Hub (http://hothardware.com/news/googles-material-design-invades-nvidia-shield-hub) and, a little more recently, Chrome OS (http://hothardware.com/news/chrome-os-receives-extreme-makeover-with-material-design-and-google-now-support). Apparently Hangouts was next in line.


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The updated version sports a new look and feel with items that respond to your touch in more intuitive ways, Google says. Transitions between tasks are meant to be more fluid with the Material Design. There's also a new Compose button that makes it easier to start a new group or conversation, along with a streamlined contacts list and revamped attachments.

Behind the scenes, Google says it's been "obsessively fixing bugs" and optimizing code to speed up message delivery. Hangouts 4.0 is both faster and more reliable than previous builds, and as a bonus, it consumes less battery power too, according to Google.

Hangouts 4.0 is already rolling out to Android users today. It's also available in the Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.talk&hl=en). As for iOS users, Google says they recently received many of the same updates.

Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/simpler-faster-google-hangouts-40-for-android-receives-material-design-makeover

[Jorge-Vieira]

Microsoft Announces Skype Business Preview for iOS and Android

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We’ve heard that Microsoft plans on killing the old Lync app for business chat and meetings and integrate everything in Skype, namely Skype for Business. In a blog post (https://blogs.office.com/2015/08/11/announcing-the-technical-preview-of-skype-for-business-apps-for-ios-and-android/), Microsoft today announced that it just released Skype for Business preview apps on iOS and Android, just months after it announced the Skype for Business project.
They state that the new apps come with a new and improved dashboard for easy navigation of contacts, calls, and meetings, while also updating the In-Call and In-Meeting experience. The dashboard now seems to show upcoming meetings and recent conversations in one place, while its new handy tools are built to make your life easier. For example, the contact search bar now find contacts by first and last name, email address, and even phone numbers. In addition to the latter, all contacts in your phone are now automatically included in the search.
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The In-Call and In-Meeting experience is now more fluid and easier to navigate on smartphones and tables by making the buttons larger. Also, videos now fill the entire screen, but the best part is that you can now browse content while in a call or meeting, view it in full size and view the speaker’s video at the same time.
Skype for Business apps are said to work with anyone on Lync Server 2013, Skype for Business Server 2015 and Skype for Business Online. IT Administrators who wish to take part in the preview can get more details by visiting the Skype for Business Preview app web page here (https://www.skypepreview.com/).
Images courtesy of Microsoft (https://blogs.office.com/2015/08/11/announcing-the-technical-preview-of-skype-for-business-apps-for-ios-and-android/)



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/microsoft-announces-skype-business-preview-for-ios-and-android/

[Jorge-Vieira]

New Face Detection, Barcode Scanning, GCM And Nearby APIs Come To Google Play Services 7.8

The latest Google Play Services 7.8 update became available a month ago and has just finished rolling out. In it, Google introduced a new Face Detection API, a Barcode detection API (both part of the Mobile Vision API bundle), an improved Google Cloud Messaging (GCM) API, and a "Nearby" API for interactions between people and objects situated in proximity to each other.
Face Detection http://media.bestofmicro.com/5/S/518608/gallery/face-landmarks_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/face-landmarks,0101-518608-0-2-12-1-png-.html)The new Face Detection API (http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2015/08/face-detection-in-google-play-services.html) introduced in the latest Play Services update is much improved over the previous one. It allows detection of faces even at different orientations and can recognize different "landmarks" on the face, such as the nose, lips, eyes, and so on.
Google made sure to note that this is not a facial recognition API, which would imply recognizing certain individuals in photographs. The API detects only if there's a face in an image or a video. If a face is detected and then leaves the field of view, it won't be recognized as the same face by the algorithm once it re-enters the field of view.
http://media.bestofmicro.com/5/T/518609/gallery/face-smile_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/face-smile,0101-518609-0-2-12-1-png-.html)The API offers certain function calls that allow developers to detect certain facial states, so they could build a camera app that detects when everyone in the photo is smiling, and then make it take the shot automatically.
Barcode Scanning http://media.bestofmicro.com/5/U/518610/gallery/barcode_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/barcode,0101-518610-0-2-12-1-png-.html)As part of the Mobile Vision bundle, Google introduced the Barcode scanning (http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2015_08_01_archive.html) functionality, which can detect either one-dimensional barcodes such as product barcodes, or two-dimensional ones such as QR codes. There are multiple types of 1D and 2D that the new Barcode API supports:


1D barcodes: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code-39, Code-93, Code-128, ITF, Codabar

2D barcodes: QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF-417

The barcode scanning functionality has long been relegated to the third-party "Barcode Scanner" app in the Play Store, but now Google has finally implemented it into Play Services, which is a core component of most Android phones.
Google Cloud Messaging Google's Cloud Messaging API can send messages from other applications to devices, and in the new Play Services update it has also gained the ability to create notifications for different locales. This should help developers figure out which messages should display to which devices.
On Android M (http://www.tomshardware.com/news/google-io-keynote-android,29193.html), developers will also gain the ability to set the messages to "Normal" and "High" priority. Normal allows the GCM API to bundle multiple messages and delay their arrival in order to not wake up the smartphone's CPU and consume battery life. Google recommends developers use the Normal priority for things such as email notifications or other data that needs to be synced.
In the High priority mode, messages such as chat alerts or incoming phone calls are received right away. Google recommends using this priority mode only for time-critical GCM messages, as otherwise the battery life of the users' smartphones will suffer.
Nearby http://media.bestofmicro.com/5/R/518607/gallery/pocket-nearby_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/pocket-nearby,0101-518607-0-2-12-1-png-.html)The Nearby API uses a combination of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or inaudible sound through your speaker and microphone to determine proximity to other devices. If developers enable this functionality, people who are close to each other and use the same app can share various things with each other directly, without using another third-party app. For instance, in the image above you can see that Pocket Cats users in proximity with each other can discover whether they listen to the same podcasts.

Google promised the Nearby API a month ago, and at the time the SDK wasn't yet available to developers, but now it's finally here (available for download in the SDK manager).

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DevByte: Google Play services 7.8



Noticia:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/google-play-services-7.8-functionality,29847.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Opera Max For Android Cuts Down On Data Cost While Streaming YouTube, Netflix

YouTube and Netflix are huge data hogs if you take the route of streaming videos over a cellular network. Granted, not everyone would want to do such a thing, but if you’re on a long commute, then you would definitely want to pass time one way or the other, and YouTube or Netflix is our first port of call. But they’re data gobblers. What should a user do to hammer down that issue? Enter – Opera Max for Android.
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Opera Max for Android has been around for a while now, and the sole purpose of the app is to save on data by compressing it on Opera’s servers, before shooting it back right at you. But now, the app has been updated and adds support for YouTube and Netflix, allowing you to stream your favorite cat videos or movies at the minimal cost of data.
Opera Max saves you data, extending your data planOpera claims that you can save up to 50 percent on data if you’re on cellular (2G/3G/LTE) and even on WiFi. That’s a lot of savings, considering many of the plans cellular networks offer are capped at some sort of measly limit. But with Opera Max running on your device, you can rest easy on the fact that you won’t tumble way across your assigned data limit every month. At least that’s what Opera Max aims to do.
As YouTube and Netflix videos are going to be compressed before being presented to you, then it’s an obvious fact that users will indeed see a loss in visual quality. But on the flip side of things, you will experience as less buffer as possible, so you can get right into the action without waiting too much.




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Users need to be running at least Android 4.0 or above in order to take advantage of Opera Max, and if you fulfill those requirements then you’re on the golden side of the fence. Furthermore, the app is only available on Android, so iOS users are left out of the game.
Opera Max is absolutely free to download, and we suggest users give it a whirl on their device straight away. Who knows it must prove to be a lifesaver in situations where you’re on a bus ride and want to catch up on an episode of your favorite TV show without going overboard with data, right?
You can download Opera Max from here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.max.global). If you do happen to take it for a spin for the first time, then be sure to let us know about your experience in the comments section below.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/opera-max-android-saves-data-watching-youtube-netflix/#ixzz3jH5sITr6

[Jorge-Vieira]

Download: Cortana APK Beta For Android Now Available On Play Store



Official Cortana APK for Android is now available to download as a public beta. Microsoft’s voice assistant was previously available to those who signed up for a closed beta program.
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Microsoft made it official (http://wccftech.com/microsoft-cortana-coming-ios-android/) this year it would be bringing its famed voice assistant to Android, and then later onto Apple’s mobile platform, iOS. Of course, the capabilities of Cortana would be somewhat crippled on Apple’s mobile platform, hence Microsoft made the move to cater to Android as well, and it’s the first mobile platform outside Windows to embrace the powers of Redmond’s voice assistant.
Cortana For Android Is Now Available As A Public Beta

Previously available via a limited beta program to those who signed up for it, Microsoft has now taken away that barrier and has made the Cortana app available to download directly from the Google Play Store as a public beta offering. But of course, it’s not a final product, and hence the beta tag, so expect a few rough corners here and there during your usage.
As you might expect, Cortana on Android works in the same way as you’d expect it on Windows 10 and of course, Windows Phone and Windows 10 Mobile. Despite being available on a third-party platform, it’s surprising to note that Microsoft’s voice assistant feels and works as if it’s right at home.
According to the description on the Play Store:
Cortana is there to help make things easier for you and keep you up to date on the things that matter to you:
• Use Cortana as a voice assistant by speaking naturally or even by typing, and she’ll find answers from the web or help you get things done.
• Find answers using Bing including the latest sports scores, movie show times, local restaurants, facts and references, and more.
• Set reminders with Cortana and get the reminders at a specific or recurring time, or when you arrive/leave a certain location.
• Set alarms.
• Place calls to your contacts using voice.
• Voice texting: dictate your SMS/text to Cortana using voice.





As you can see, all the basic functionality is covered in this release. From getting queries from Bing, as well as dictating your text messages using the power of Cortana, users can rest assured that it’s not a half-baked experience. And of course, over time Microsoft will push out updates to strengthen the foundations of the app, so be on a lookout for that as well.
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If you’re up for taking Cortana for a spin on your Android device, then be sure to sign for the beta from here (https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.microsoft.cortana) – it’s absolutely free – and then download the APK from here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.cortana), directly from the Play Store.
Don’t forget to let us know in the comments section below what you think about the entire Cortana experience on Android.










Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-cortana-apk-beta-for-android/#ixzz3jkx7SJqU

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android Certifi-gate vulnerability exploited, no patches in sight

Check Point, the company that disclosed the Certifi-gate vulnerability a few weeks ago (http://techreport.com/news/28781/certifi-gate-is-the-latest-android-security-scandal), has published a blog post (http://blog.checkpoint.com/2015/08/25/certifigate-statistics-exploitation-mitigation/) with further analysis of the problem. The security researchers report that an app called Recordable Activator was exploiting the vulnerability, using TeamViewer's plugin to gain system-level access and record the screen. The app has now been removed from Google Play, although Check Point claims it had somewhere between 100,000 and 500,000 downloads before that point.
The security company provides an application (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.checkpoint.capsulescanner&hl=en) that tests whether a device is vulnerable and collects anonymous data. It's important to make a distinction: a "vulnerable device" is exploitable only if the user installs a remote support plug-in, while one that's both vulnerable and has a plug-in installed is far easier prey. Only 42.1% of scanned devices are considered clean, and a further 42.1% are vulnerable but unaffected. Of the 15.8% of devices that are vulnerable and have a remote support plug-in installed, 0.1% are under active exploit.
The company also provides a breakdown by manufacturer. Sony's devices fared well with a 99% clean rating, but the same can't be said for Samsung and HTC. Only 14.8% and 5% of devices from those manufacturers are considered safe, respectively. LG was the worst by far—only 8.6% of its devices are clean, and a whopping 72.4% have a vulnerable remote support plug-in installed.
Check Point also provides mitigation guidelines. For devices under active exploit or that have a vulnerable plug-in installed, it's recommended that users disable remote support services in Android's app management. For devices that are are vulnerable but don't yet have remote support apps, users are advised to avoid installing them, and run Check Point's scanner app afterwards if they do.
As a final note, Check Point is pretty clear on the patching situation for this vulnerability: the company says "as far as we know today, no device manufacturers have delivered a patch."



Noticia:
http://techreport.com/news/28901/android-certifi-gate-vulnerability-exploited-no-patches-in-sight

[Jorge-Vieira]

Humble Bundle Brings Humongous Entertainment To Android

http://media.bestofmicro.com/X/A/522190/gallery/2_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/2,0101-522190-0-2-12-1-png-.html)Humble Bundle (https://www.humblebundle.com/mobile) pushed out a new game bundle featuring titles from Humongous Entertainment such as Putt-Putt, Spy Fox, Freddi Fish, and Pajama Sam. Although these games were originally designed for PC in the late 1990s, this bundle contains ports of the titles you can play on Android.
In the early days of gaming, PCs were not an especially kid-friendly way to play games. PC gaming was already popular, but fighting with space on floppy disks, configuring the software, and other factors restricted PC games to a slightly older audience or required an adult to help start the game.
Game consoles were more popular at that time, in part because of the ease with which games could be set up and played. The game controller was much simpler than a full keyboard, and after simply pushing a game cartridge into the system and turning on your TV, you were ready to play.
This changed over time as user-friendly GUI-based operating systems like Windows 95 became increasingly more popular, and larger storage devices were created. This made PC gaming for kids viable, as they could easily start and play many games installed on a computer using a GUI. A new market for kid friendly games was created, and Humongous Entertainment was one of the first companies to fill it.
http://media.bestofmicro.com/X/8/522188/gallery/1_w_600.png (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/1,0101-522188-0-2-12-1-png-.html)If you grew up in the 1990s, you probably recall playing some of these games. In the first tier of games in this bundle, unlocked for $1, users will receive Putt-Putt Saves the Zoo, Spy Fox In Dry Cereal, Freddi Fish: Haunted Schoolhouse, and Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide. For some, these games represent the best title in each series.
Moving up to the second tier in the bundle, there are an additional four games: Putt-Putt Joins the Circus, Pajama Sam Thunder & Lightning, Freddi Fish & the Stolen Shell, and Putt-Putt Enters the Race. The price of this tier depends on the average paid among all bundles previously purchased, so it may change over time, but it currently sits at $7.56. Additional games will be added to this tier on Monday, August 31.
All of the games in tier 1 and tier 2 are DRM-free games for Android. For customers wanting to give these games to their children, this is probably for the best, given the popularity of touchscreen Android devices today. All of these games originally used a simple point-and-click style of gameplay, which is easily replicated with touchscreen controls.
This bundle features two premium tiers that can also be unlocked if users desire. The first premium tier is priced at $10.99. No new games are included at this price, but users will be able to get Steam keys for them and install them on any Windows, Mac or Linux-based system in addition to any Android device. A 75 percent off coupon is also included, which can be used to purchase one additional Humongous Entertainment Steam key from the Humble Store.
http://media.bestofmicro.com/X/7/522187/gallery/6fd2a599794b20fedd08d60904199ca38bc66029_w_600.jpg (http://www.tomshardware.com/gallery/6fd2a599794b20fedd08d60904199ca38bc66029,0101-522187-0-2-12-1-jpg-.html)The final tier that users can opt to purchase costs $29.99 and includes a pair of Pajama Sam socks and a Putt-Putt car air freshener.
As usual with Humble Bundles, part of the proceeds from each bundle purchased is donated to a charity. This time, Humble Bundle is sending its donations to the Make-A-Wish foundation. By default, most of the money spent on the bundle, roughly 65 percent, will be given to Humongous Entertainment for providing this content. Of the remaining 35 percent, 20 percent is donated to the Make-A-Wish foundation, while Humble Bundle keeps the last 15 percent. You can customize these values if you desire, however, and decide how much of the money you spend goes to which organization.
The bundle will continue for another 13 days.



Noticia:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/humble-bundle-humongous-entertainment-android,29923.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Vysor lets you manage your Android smartphone from your PC




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Tired of needing to leave your computer to go find your phone when it chimes in the other room? There’s a new app, for Android devices only, that lets you manage your smartphone right from Chrome. The free app, named Vysor (http://www.vysor.io), was created by Koushik Dutta, maker of other Android apps such as AllCast Rom Manager, Voice Plus and more.
Using the Vysor web app for Chrome is simple. Just launch the Chrome app, enable USB debugging on the phone and connect to the computer via USB. Then ADB connects to the mobile device, Vysor is installed, and the mobile screen appears on the Windows or Mac computer.
After that, Vysor is ready to be used to control the Android device. Use it on your own or share it with a group via Vysor Sync. One key difference, when looking at similar apps, is that with Vysor you don’t have to root your device to run the app.
Currently the app is in beta, so some glitches can be expected, but it works on Mac and Windows PC because the desktop component takes place inside Chrome.
Dutta writes in a Google Plus post that he sees Vysor as a developer tool (https://plus.google.com/u/0/110558071969009568835/posts/apks3X53ukN) - not just a way to avoid getting up from your computer.
He says, "Vysor gives you all the benefits of a physical device, but with the ease and integration of an emulator in your development environment."



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/61886-vysor-you-manage-android-smartphone-pc.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Instagram Adds Support For Landscape, Portrait Photos And Videos – Update Available Today

Instagram has today released version 7.5 of its famed app for mobile, which brings with it support for portrait and landscape photos and videos, giving users more freedom when it comes to snapping and uploading images to the social network.
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Up till now since Instagram’s inception, users had to make do with square format images on the social network, and anything with a different aspect ratio required the image to be cropped or edited before it could be posted online.
But all of that changes today with the release of Instagram 7.5 for both iPhone and Android.
Instagram 7.5 Adds Support For Portrait And Landscape Photos At LastSupport for portrait and landscape photos is something which many users had been crying out loud for a long time, and today, Instagram has eventually delivered what the public had been waiting for.
Interestingly, Instagram hasn’t done a half-baked job here, and has even added support for landscape and portrait videos as well, so you can rest assured that all the bases are covered from the get go.




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From the Instagram blog:

It turns out that nearly one in five photos or videos people post aren’t in the square format, and we know that it hasn’t been easy to share this type of content on Instagram: friends get cut out of group shots, the subject of your video feels cramped and you can’t capture the Golden Gate Bridge from end to end. Now, when choosing a photo or video, you can tap the format icon to adjust the orientation to portrait or landscape instead of square.
From that paragraph alone it should become clear that the Facebook owned company has been keeping a close eye on what is being posted to its social network for a long time. And with Instagram having delivered on what the community had been asking for, it’ll no doubt open a new chapter to how we snap and share filtered images with our friends and family online.
The new and updated Instagram app is available to download today, and as ever, it’s absolutely free and has no hidden in-app purchases whatsoever. iPhone users can download the update from here (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/instagram/id389801252?mt=8), whereas Android users can grab the software from here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instagram.android&hl=en). If you already have the app installed on your device, then be sure to grab the update from the App Store or Play Store right away.
Be sure to let us know in the comments section what you think about the update and how it will change the way you take photos.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/instagram-7-5-download-for-iphone-android/#ixzz3k36F3pUo

[Jorge-Vieira]

Instagram Direct Updated With Improved Message Capabilities

Back in 2013, Instagram launched its private photo and video sharing platform known as Instagram Direct. Currently, about 85 million people use Instagram Direct every month which is less than one third of the number of users of Instagram itself. Instagram Direct is isolated from the entire service as users feel that the platform has more importance to them if they stick to sending pictures directly to other users. According to stats from Instagram, 40 percent of the comments are ‘@’ mentions which is an easy way to grab attention of your friend to a particular photo or video.
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Today, the company released a huge update for Instagram Direct that focuses on the provision of private photo sharing as well as selfies and emojis. This means that users will now be able to send content from their feed directly to their user via the direct message service. This is huge for Instagram as it provides users with more privacy and a separate way to redirect content.
Let’s head over to see the Instagram Direct update in detail.
Instagram Direct Now Lets You Share Profile, Locations And Posts From NewsfeedIf the update to Instagram Direct is what we’re referring to, it does not solely include only the aforementioned content. Users can also send locations, profiles and hashtag pages as a direct message all from the Instagram feed. You can add up to 15 members in the direct message according to your preferences, which makes it a useful feature.
Among the visual differences, the messages within conversations has adopted more of a threaded layout. The threaded conversation layout gives a conventional messaging experience to users as you reply via emoji, text or just a heart. Moreover, other response ways include sending your own image either from your camera roll or your Instagram feed.
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The privacy model of Instagram Direct, according to the team, has been unchanged. You can send a message to anyone but if you don’t follow them, it will be marked as a pending item and appears as a message request. The decision to accept or decline a message remains with the recipient. Declining would allow users to not see messages from that sender again. You can also block certain users from sending you irrelevant messages as well. If you have your account set as private, only the people you follow would be allowed to see the content you share. You can also make a group in the Instagram Direct messaging service. However, you need to be following the creator of the group to be part of the conversation.
The Instagram Direct update makes messaging a more collective unit of the platform. The Direct messaging has never seemed more closely associated with a messaging app. However, the update is a welcome change to the Instagram and hopefully users will have positive remarks.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Google’s New Standalone Street View App Lets You Upload 360-Degree Photos

While Huawei was bragging its Mate S’s (http://wccftech.com/huawei-beats-iphone-6s-bringing-force-touch-smartphone/) Force Touch display in the 2015 IFA event in Berlin, Google announced a gigantic update to iOS and Android users regarding its Maps app. Google launched its standalone app for Street View that enables users to upload and contribute spherical photos without redirecting through Google Maps. The app connects directly with your smartphone’s camera as well as connect to spherical camera’s like Ricoh’s Theta camera series.
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According to Google Maps’ product manager, Charles Armstrong, the new app will enable users from across the globe to contribute and explore imagery. Users will be able to view Google’s own uploads, contributions from others as well as their own photo spheres.
Let’s see what Google’s new Street View app has to offer and how it works.
Google Street View Allows You To Take And Post Spherical Photos On Google MapsCurrently, there is another app for iOS, developed by Google that lets users take 360 degree photos from the smartphone camera. However, this app will replace the old one because the Street View app directly integrates with your smartphone camera to produce beautiful 360 degree photos. This makes it easier for users to use a singular app that takes awesome photos and act as a medium to upload them to Google Maps.
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The slide out menu unveils two options, namely the Camera and Spherical Camera. The latter allows you to connect to a spherical camera, just as the one we mentioned earlier. The standard Camera option will allow the app to use the camera of your smartphone. Once you take a picture, it will be automatically saved in a ‘Private’ tab on the home screen. From the home screen you can either choose to view it or post it to Google Maps. Posting it will allow other users to see it.




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In the home screen of the app, you can search for any place on the map and then navigate through tabs that contain relevant photo spheres. There is a ‘Collections’ tab and the ‘Explore’ tab that lets you search for relevant photos from anywhere in the world. After you select a specific photo, you can hold your smartphone in either portrait or landscape mode and swipe around to see the complete scene. Another way to see the complete spherical photo is to press the compass icon. Once you do that, you can swing your smartphone to view the image using your phone’s accelerometer.
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This is a great app for both Android and iOS users since there is no other app in the market that can compete against the same level of quality and the likes of Google Maps. Google’s Street View app is available absolutely for free on both iOS and Android.
This is it for now. Let us know how you guys liked the new app and share your views about the new Street View app in the comments.
Download Google Street View For iOS
(https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/photo-sphere-camera/id904418768)Download Google Street View For Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.street)







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http://wccftech.com/googles-standalone-street-view-app-lets-upload-360-degree-photos/#ixzz3ki3yUVcY

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android Apps Blackmailing Users with Secret Photos, Demanding $500 Ransom

A new ransomware (http://wccftech.com/yahoo-s-ad-network-hacked/) has been discovered targeting Android devices. Pretending to be a pornography app, it secretly takes selfies of users and then lock them out of their devices.
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Security researchers have reported that the Adult Player Android app, which masquerades as a pornography app, locks users out of their devices, demanding a ransom. Once installed, it takes unauthorized photos of the user after which it threatens them to expose their private information and delete user data on the devices. User is also locked out of the phone which they can only unlock after they agree to pay a ransom of $550 via PayPal using their smartphone.





Restarting the device also doesn’t get you out of this problem as once you reboot your device, the ransom message appears back on the screen. As you are locked out of your device, uninstalling the app goes out of the question. However, there is a way that you can get rid of this malware (http://wccftech.com/brand-android-smartphones-coming-spyware-malware/). Here’s what Zscaler (http://research.zscaler.com/2015/09/more-adult-themed-android-ransomware.html), the security firm that discovered the ransomware, suggests to get out of this trouble:


Boot device into safe mode (Please note that entering “safe mode” varies depending on your device). Safe mode boots the device with default settings without running third party apps.
Uninstalling ransomware from device requires you to first remove administrator privilege. To do the same, go to Settings –> Security –> Device Administrator and select ransomware app, then deactivate.
Once this is done, you can go to Settings –> Apps –> Uninstall ransomware app.

This is not the only app pretending to be a porn app to get control of your device and then demand ransom. There are several other variants of similar apps and the best way to stay away from apps which install malware on your device is to stick to trusted app stores like Google Play Store (http://wccftech.com/hackers-allegedly-sideloaded-google-play-store-windows-10-mobile/). Go to your device Settings and uncheck “Unknown Sources” under the Security options to enforce this.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/ransomware-apps-threaten-android-users-of-exposing-data/#ixzz3l8MTGmoE

[Jorge-Vieira]

Fix Google Play Store Error 194 While Trying To Update Android Apps

Here’s how you can fix Google Play Store Error 194 on Android while trying to update apps over WiFi or cellular network.
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While there are many third-party outlets available for downloading apps and games on Android, the Google Play Store is the most legit way to install things without having to worry about anything at all, well almost. But at times, the Google Play Store can be choppy, throwing error messages at users on instances where they least expect it to. For example, the dreaded ‘Error 194’ can make an appearance while you’re trying to update an app or a game, with the update subsequently failing due to the aforementioned error. But fret not, we’re here to help and will guide you through the complete process of fixing everything in no time.
Fix Google Play Store Error 194There are two parts to fixing Error 194, and they are listed below one after the other. So follow them in the exact order as they’re posted.
Clear Cache Data For Google Play Store1. Launch the Settings app from the app drawer on your Android device.
2. Now tap on ‘Apps.’
3. Now you’re going to scroll to ‘All Apps’ then tap on ‘Google Play Store.’
4. Tap on ‘Force Stop’ then tap on ‘Clear Data.’ Marshmallow users have to tap on ‘Force Stop’ then tap on ‘Storage’ then ‘Clear Cache,’ ‘Clear Data.’





Clear Cache Data For Google Play Services1. Launch Settings once more.
2. Tap on ‘Apps’ then go to ‘All Apps.’
3. Find an entry labelled ‘Google Play Services.’
4. Tap on ‘Force Stop’ then of course, ‘Clear Data.’ Marshmallow users have to tap on ‘Force Stop’ then tap on ‘Storage’ then ‘Clear Cache,’ ‘Clear Data.’
Launch the Google Play Store and go to the app you wanted to update and hit the ‘Update’ button. Everything should work just fine at this point. Also keep in mind that if Error 194 arises once again, then you might want to follow the above listed steps as they are to make things right again. If the problem persists, then we highly recommend that you perform a factory reset on your device. But do keep in mind that a factory reset will erase all your data, apps, photos, settings etc. so be sure to back everything up before making the giant leap.
Like any other app on Android, the Play Store is constantly being updated by Google so that it performs at its peak in terms of performance. And with every other release, the Play Store gets a lot of boost in terms of performance and bug fixes, so here’s hoping that Google washes Error 194 off the face of this planet once and for all!
Found this guide useful? Then be sure to let us know about it in the comments section below.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/fix-google-play-store-error-194/#ixzz3r0GUw1LP

[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple Music For Android Now Available To Download – Direct Link

The official Apple Music app for Android is now available to download directly from the Google Play Store. We have the complete details and direct download link right here.
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When Apple announced Apple Music for the first time, it revealed that the service would be available on a wide variety of devices, with Android being one of the supported platforms apart from iOS, Windows and Mac itself. Since Apple Music’s release, Apple has been very silent regarding the release of the app for Android users, and instead, we were only treated to a few leaked screenshots (http://wccftech.com/apple-music-for-android-screenshots-leaked-online/), giving us a glimpse of what the app would look like once it bears fruit. Thankfully, everything changes today as the company has seen it fit to release the official Apple Music app for Android users, and the app is available to download directly from the Google Play Store absolutely free.
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The Apple Music app for Android features all the bells and whistles you’d expect from the service on iOS, but Apple has designed the app in such a way that it blends in well with the overall aesthetics of Android itself. Users who download the app can rest assured that they will feel right at home and there won’t be a sign of alienation at any corner.





Introducing the beta of Apple Music on Android.
Notes about the beta period:
• Music videos are coming soon.
• Family membership sign-ups and upgrades require Mac or iOS.
• Sign-up process to be optimized for Android.
As you can see, the Apple Music app carries a beta tag with it, hence it’s not a final product with some of the features missing from the overall package, such as music videos. And of course, if you’re going for a family plan, then you need to have an iOS device or Mac at hand to jump onboard. And lastly, since this is beta software, expect a few rough corners around the edges, but we’re certain Apple will iron everything out in the days and weeks to come so be sure to keep on updating the Apple Music app through the Play Store to stay on top of your game.
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You can download the Apple Music app directly from this link (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apple.android.music&hl=en), but do keep in mind that you’ll need an Apple Music subscription in order to stream music, which will set you back $9.99 a month if you’re an individual listener, or $14.99 for a family plan.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-apple-music-apk-for-android/#ixzz3rC4l7sxd

[Jorge-Vieira]

YouTube Music Has Officially Been Launched For Both Android And iOS

After announcing (http://wccftech.com/google-launches-youtube-red-adfree-subscription-easy-wallet/) YouTube Red, another service that has officially been launched for two of the most popular mobile platforms in the world is YouTube Music. Google is aiming to diversity its wide range of services and it looks like the tech giant believes that listening to audio clips is one way to do it.
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Google And YouTube Attempting To Make It Easier For Artists To Get Exposure With The New Application According to the official blog of YouTube, the video streaming platform and Google have made artists able to gain significant amounts of notoriety by uploading their videos and gaining overnight fame. This exposure has also allowed both YouTube and Google to pay out more than $3 billion USD to the record industry so far in order to bring music streaming up to this level. According to the official blog of YouTube, the following has been stated concerning YouTube Music:

“But we want to do even more to support artists and all the fans who turn to YouTube to discover music, so we’re making the experience even better with a brand new YouTube Music app. With YouTube Music, you’ll get a completely new type of experience, designed to make discovering music on YouTube easier than ever.”
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The application for both Android (download from here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.youtube.music)) and iOS (download from here (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/youtube-music/id1017492454?ls=1&mt=8)) is very simple to use, according to the information stated. It will be able to give you complete access to one of the richest music catalogs on earth. Users will be able to find music videos, tracks, artists and albums, and in addition to this, they will also be able to see all the remixes, covers, lyric videos and concert footage that the video streaming service has to offer.


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Users who want to augment their YouTube Music ever further can do so with a YouTube Red membership. With YouTube Red, they will be able to enjoy their favorite music tracks without those pesky ads getting in the way of their experience. Furthermore, the added advantage of being a subscriber to YouTube Red is that you will finally be able to listen to music offline and switch effortlessly between video or audio-only sessions.
YouTube Music is free for a period of two weeks, which we believe is an ideal start for users to get acclimatized to the new service. Download the application for either your Android or iOS powered device and let us know what you thought about Google’s latest service.


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Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/youtube-music-launched-android-ios/#ixzz3rNZpFtiZ

[Jorge-Vieira]

Bug In Gmail For Android Lets You Spoof Your Email Address

A bug has been discovered in the official Gmail app for Android which lets you spoof your email address to anything you want, fooling others that they have received an email from someone else instead of you.
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You Can Easily Spoof Your Email Address If You’re Using Gmail For Android The discovery of this bug was made by security researcher Yan Zhu, and has revealed that the bug can be recreated by anyone by simply adding an extra quotation mark at the beginning of their display name field in account settings. Strangely enough, the receiver of the email won’t be able to reveal anything at all, and to them, the email will look as legit as it can be.
In order to recreate this bug, simply change your display name in the following format:

yan “”security@google.com”
That extra quotation mark is all it takes for the spoofing to take place.
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According to Zhu in a statement to Motherboard:






The extra quotes triggers a parsing bug in the gmail app, which causes the real email to be visible.
Google on the other hand has been notified of this bug and they believe that it is not a security vulnerability.

Thanks for your note, we don’t consider to to be a security vulnerability
It’s worth noting that this bug is contained within the Gmail for Android app and this issue can’t be recreated anywhere else, which is great news. But, on the other hand, it’s a cause for concern given the fact that an ill-intentioned individual can use this bug to invoke a phishing scam, ultimately luring a user into the carefully crafted scheme.
We highly recommend that users remain very careful when receiving and replying to emails, and double-check messages that contain links within them. Who knows how one thing can lead to another in any given circumstance. Furthermore, ill-intended or malicious links can also lure a user into revealing their username and password for a particular account, be it Facebook, Gmail itself, Twitter or anything else. After all, a user can be easily tricked into believing that the email they received comes from a very legit and trustful source.
We strongly recommend that users go through all the precautionary measures in order to make sure that their email account is as secure as possible. While having a complex password is good and all, but nothing beats the whole thing topped off with two-factor authentication.
We can never be too safe in the digital world, but a little caution can go a long way.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/bug-gmail-android-lets-spoof-email/#ixzz3rkzwWWsV

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Photo Update Helps Save Space On Your Device

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We all love taking pictures, first it was that camera you took around and wound up after every shot. These days though you either have that high-definition camera or if you are caught unprepared for the moment you use your mobile phone. The only problem with using your mobile phone to take all those life changing moments on camera is that you often store other things, such as your music or apps on there too. With so many things on your phone, Google Photo hopes to make keeping those memories slightly easier.
Stated in a post on Google+ (https://plus.google.com/u/0/+JohnElstone/posts/8yFHSgSdtDW), Google Photos gets several new features in an update released today. First up is its ability to “Free Up Space” via a new button on the settings screen. This button starts to bulk-delete copies of photos, but don’t worry, it only does this to photos that have been backed up.
Users can now also downgrade their photos from “Original Quality” to “High Quality”, a process which will create a smaller file by compressing your photo, this means you can store more photos, as long as you don’t want to view them in their full glory all the time.
How often do you find your space running out on your phone or tablet? Are these changes welcome additions or just options for those holidays pictures you might take next year?



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-photo-update-helps-save-space-device/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Has Lowered Minimum App Prices in Several Countries

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After running a series of tests in India earlier this year, Google (http://www.eteknix.com/google-photo-update-helps-save-space-device/) has decided to officially lower the minimum prices of apps in the Play Store in a total of 17 countries. Up until now, the lowest price for any app was 99 cents regardless of location, but Google realized that this might still be a bit too much in some parts of the world. For example, Poland’s minimum app cost was lowered to 45 cents, but other countries have seen even more drastic changes, including India where the cheapest app will now cost 10 Rupees or just 15 cents.
Those of you who develop apps and are willing sell at lower prices can head over to “Pricing & Distribution” or “In-app Products” in the Google Play Developer Console in order to adjust your pricing scheme. It’s refreshing to see a large company such as Google acknowledge (http://www.engadget.com/2015/11/18/google-play-minimum-app-pricing/) the vast economic differences between the world’s different countries, and this decision to lower app prices will definitely make numerous foreign users quite happy. Below you will find a list including the 17 countries as well as the exact app pricing changes.


Brazil: R$ 0.99 (US$0.26) — was R$2.00
Chile: CLP $200.00 (US$0.28) — was CLP $500.00
Colombia: COP$ 800.00 (US$0.26) — was COP$ 2000.00
Hungary: Ft 125.00 (US$0.43) — was Ft 225.00
Indonesia: Rp 3,000.00 (US$0.22) — was Rp 12,000.00
Malaysia: RM 1.00 (US$0.23) — was RM 3.50
Mexico: MXN$ 5.00 (US$0.30) — was MXN$ 9.90
Peru: S/. 0.99 (US$0.30) — was S/. 3.00
Philippines: ₱15.00 (US$0.32) — was ₱43.00
Poland: zł1.79 (US$0.45) — was zł2.99
Russia: руб 15.00 (US$0.23) — was руб 30.00
Saudi Arabia:﷼ 0.99 (US$0.26) — was 4.00﷼
South Africa: R3.99 (US$0.28) — was R10.00
Thailand: ฿10.00 (US$0.28) — was ฿32.00
Turkey: ₺0.59 (US$0.21) — was ₺2.00
Ukraine: ₴5.00 (US$0.21) — was ₴8.00
Vietnam: ₫6,000 (US$0.27) — was ₫21,000.00



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-lowered-minimum-app-prices-several-countries/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google+ Gets Significant Revamp Focusing On Communities, Collections


There's too much fuzzy math involved in figuring out exactly how many people are on Google+ (http://hothardware.com/tags/google-plus), but whatever the actual figure is, Google (http://hothardware.com/tags/google) would like it to be higher. To help achieve that goal, Google is giving its social network (http://hothardware.com/tags/social-network) a total overhaul, one that will put the focus squarely on two distinct features, Communities and Collections.

"Today, we’re starting to introduce a fully redesigned Google+ that puts Communities and Collections front and center," Google stated in a blog post. "Now focused around interests, the new Google+ is much simpler. And it’s more mobile-friendly—we’ve rebuilt it across web, Android and iOS so that you’ll have a fast and consistent experience whether you are on a big screen or small one."


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In case you haven't visited Google+ in a long time, Communities is a feature that's been around for nearly three years. They're essentially groups centered on specific interests and topics, like PC Gaming, Star Wars, and even Funny Memes, to name three of the several that appear on my account's "Recommended for you" section.

Collections is a newer feature that's similar to Pinterest. It's a way to group your posts by topic, which you can then share publicly, privately, or with just certain people. You can also follow Collections by other people.

The new navigation scheme in Google+ is centered on these two features. There's also a redesigned home stream that's aimed at making it easier to post, search, connect, and keep up with content that users are interested in.

At this stage, you'll need to opt-in to see the new version of Google+ on the web.

"You can preview the new Google+ on the web today by signing in and clicking 'Let’s go' when you see the prompt," Luke Wroblewski, a Product Director at Google explained on hits Google+ page. "And since not every feature of Google+ has made its way into this new design, for now, you can toggle back to the classic Google+ with one click in the bottom left-hand corner. In the coming days, we’ll roll out updated apps for Android and iOS."

It appears this will be a slow roll out. I tried logging out and back in to my Google+ account but wasn't given the option of opting in to the new setup -- drats!




Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/google-gets-significant-revamp-focusing-on-communities-collections#YPIrLUhOgfKJKV8g.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Skype Brings The Ultimate Update For Android: Saving Video Messages

Skype for Android has a long list of issues, but we are glad to see that the development team have finally started to take a note of them and implementing new features to the app. Here are some of the latest additions presented in Skype for Android.
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Skype 6.11 For Android Brings A Multitude Of Features – Read All The Updates Right Here As stated above, the latest update unveiled for the Android platform is Skype 6.11 and without boring you with unnecessary details, let us jump straight into the features bucket introduced in the latest update.
Managing conversations has never been this easy Navigation entire lists of conversations on a smartphone is definitely going to be an arduous feat, which is why the latest update allows you to long tap on a contact or chat in the ‘Recents’ tab, which will bring up a new toolbar to delete, mark as read, or mute notifications. Quite useful right?
Saving video messages is the biggest change introduced We have been talking about this since the beginning of the update, and if you want to save a video message on your Android smartphone, just tap on it and it will automatically be saved to your phone’s photo gallery. Just make sure that you have adequate storage remaining.
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Enhanced search for conversations is delightful Apart from managing conversations, you also have the option to search conversations with extreme ease. Skype is aiming to make conversation searching on Android as easy as it has made on its desktop application, and while it will take a long time for both of them to stand toe to toe in this department, this is a great start.
Sharing has been made even simpler Sharing has been made much simpler than ever before. You will now be able to share photos from your photo gallery and place them directly to a Skype group conversation. Sounds extremely neat right?
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If you have any other suggestions for Skype for Android, then the window is always open for you and if you have not downloaded the application yet, then you can always do by visiting Google’s Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skype.raider) right now. Do let us know what you thought about the latest update.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/skype-for-android-brings-saving-video-message-feature/#ixzz3rwbuGOIc

[Jorge-Vieira]

This Screen Protector Adds Android Like Capacitive Navigation Buttons To iPhone 6s

Screen protectors can go a long way when it comes to safeguarding our prized gadgets. But at times, we come across a screen protector that does a little extra more than just protecting our device. For example, some of them have self-healing (http://wccftech.com/iphone-6s-6-self-healing-screen-protector/) capabilities, while some may even survive a hammer swing, or a bullet. But today, we have come across a screen protector that adds extra navigation buttons to our iPhone, much like the capacitive ones which we have seen on an Android devices.
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You heard that right – this screen protector, called the Smarteer, comes with two built-in navigation keys for going back a menu or confirming an action. The way the screen protector works is no rocket science but we’ll classify it as pure genius nonetheless. The protector has a built-in circuit that connects the lower left of the protector to the top left of where the device’s display is, and same goes for the right hand side. Whenever you tap on the lower left or right hand corner, it registers a touch on the top of the display. Pretty neat right?
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If you’ve been an iOS user for a long time then you’ll realize that the top left hand corner is the place where the back button usually is, and the top right hand corner houses the confirmation button. Hence the screen protector was built on that principal.
The screen protector simply works the moment you put it in place, and there’s no need to install any software to get the ball rolling. Furthermore, the protector is made from 9H ballistic nano ultra clear tempered glass, making it extremely tough against drops and scratches. Lastly, to top things off, the Smarteer comes with lifetime warranty.




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Given the nifty feature the protector packs within itself, a user might think that it would carry a hefty price tag. But that’s not the case here. The Smarteer for the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 / 6s will set you back $9.99 while the iPhone 6 / 6s Plus variant will only cost you $10.99.
The Smarteer is available to buy directly from Amazon and you can order yours by clicking on this link (http://www.amazon.com/Smarteer-Tempered-Protector-Invisible-Confirm/dp/B014ZZSU5C/).
If you’ve been looking for a screen protector with some added functionality, then we’re certain that you won’t come across anything like the Smarteer, and give its price tag, it won’t even make a dent on your bank account either.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/add-android-like-capacitive-buttons-to-iphone-6s/#ixzz3rxtayf00

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google will tell you if an app in the Play Store has ads before you download it


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Google Play already tells you which applications come with in-app purchases, but starting in January they’ll also tell you if an app comes with ads. Droid Life reports that the Mountain View based company sent developers an email saying they are required to sign into their consoles and declare if their apps have advertisements (http://www.droid-life.com/2015/11/18/google-play-app-listings-will-say-if-an-app-has-ads-in-early-2016/). If a developer lies about it, they could face suspension.
The deadline to tag apps is January 11, 2016, and after that the ads declaration will be necessary to make any updates to an app. The email also says that “while developers are responsible for accurately declaring ad presence in their apps, Google may verify this at any time and display the "Ads" label if appropriate.” If a developer disagrees with their app being tagged as "ad-supported," they can get in contact with Google's policy team. A visible “ad-supported” tag first showed up in April in Google’s kid-friendly Play Store as part of the Designed for Families program. The tag will start showing up in the regular Play Store in early 2016.
This is one of those features that seems pretty good all around – and especially good for app users. Developers who try to be sneaky with ads might not be happy, but do we really care?



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/62846-google-tell-you-if-app-play-store-has.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play Store Set to Hit China in 2016

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It has been reported that Google is working tirelessly to re-establish its products in China, with the Google Play Store set to spearhead the effort by as soon as February 2016 (http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2015/11/report-google-plays-move-into-china-now-scheduled-for-2016/).
It has been a number of years since the internet giant has had a presence in China, since issues over censorship caused them to pull out of the nation. This has done little to hinder Androids great popularity in China thanks to companies like Xiaomi and Huawei repeatedly delivering high-quality and affordable devices that have even gained popularity in the West. Despite this, domestic Chinese Android devices continually ship without many of the Google apps that most would consider a staple on modern Android devices such as Gmail, Chrome and Maps. Instead, other companies have picked up the slack left by Google’s departure, with smartphone developers delivering their own custom Android versions built upon the Android Open Source Project and the search and app distribution platforms covered by Chinese startups such as Baidu and Wandoujia.
In order to now comply with the requirements of the Chinese government, the Chinese version of the Google Play Store will be “set up specifically for China, and not connected to overseas versions of Google Play” according to reports (http://www.reuters.com/article/2015/11/20/us-alphabet-china-idUSKCN0T91K420151120?feedType=RSS&feedName=technologyNews). This will allow for the implementation of content filtering and storage rules that are in place. Furthermore, implementation for Chinese payment platforms like Alipay and WeChat Payment will be replacing Google’s own payment systems which currently does not exist in China. All of this is in an effort to reach out to the currently untapped Chinese market, a location at which Apple are currently turning profits of over $58 billion, all the while complying with the relevant regulations, perhaps in part to their lack of opposition.
From here on, it will be a fight for Google to make their decision to reach back into China a worthwhile one, where their presence is nothing compared to their ubiquity in the West. Will we see Google once again pull out of China, or continue to become a greater worldwide presence? Only time will tell.



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/google-play-store-set-hit-china-2016/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play Store 6 APK Download For Android Devices Now Available

Google Play Store 6 APK is now available to download for Android smartphones and tablets. We have the direct download link right here.
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You Can Now Download Google Play Store 6 APK For Your Android Smartphone Or Tablet Google rolls out updates to the Play Store on a very regular basis, improving the overall stability and performance of its content hub for Android devices. After all, the Google Play Store itself is a piece of software which needs maintenance over a period of time, and keeping that in mind, the Mountain View search giant has just seeded Google Play Store 6 APK for users, and is rolling out over-the-air as we speak. But, luckily, we were able to grab the APK file itself and you can download it directly from the link which we have embedded at the foot of this article.
Currently at this point in time, as we mentioned above, the new Google Play Store 6 APK is rolling out for everyone around the world. And while the update might take a while to reach everyone’s device, we highly recommend that you take the manual route and grab the APK file itself right away and proceed with the installation process.




Installing it is absolutely easy, and before you dive into it, you have to make sure that you can install apps from third-party sources. In order to do that, pick up your Android smartphone or tablet and tap on the Settings app icon. Here you’ll see a bunch of options with ‘Security’ being one of them, so tap on it to open. Scroll down a little and you’ll see a checkbox labelled ‘Unknown sources.’ Tap to check the option. Once that is out of the way, simply download the Google Play Store 6 APK from the link give at the end of this article and you’re good to go.
Also, it’s worth a mention that this new update might, or might not, enable the new Google Play Store user interface for everyone, as the new UI is a feature that is enabled server side. But we highly recommend that users go ahead with the installation of Google Play Store 6 APK and see for themselves if the new UI has arrived for them or not. If it has, then it’s all well and good. If it hasn’t, then you might want to exercise a little patience on your end.
Simply click or tap on this link (https://mega.nz/#%21cgAAlYqS%2105d1BmNz_4iDhToAf0HXvugAKAtNf7OPHvz XKCQZmx0) to download the Google Play Store 6 APK directly onto your smartphone, tablet or computer and then side-load it.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-google-play-store-6-apk/#ixzz3sKJgO1Yx

[Jorge-Vieira]

MIT researchers say many popular Android apps call out covertly

Downloading popular Android apps from non-official sources is a bad idea (http://techreport.com/news/29281/trojan-adware-on-android-can-give-itself-root-access), but even legit apps can do potentially unwanted things in the background without drawing attention. Researchers from MIT dug through (http://news.mit.edu/2015/data-transferred-android-apps-hiding-1119) some of the most popular apps on Google Play and found that most of them access the network covertly.
The research team pored over the top 500 popular applications on Google Play, though some—mostly chat apps, since they require readily available and somewhat unpredictable human partners—were excluded from the survey. Overall, MIT found that 46% of all network connections those apps make could be considered covert.
It's important to note that MIT's definition of "covert" doesn't indicate any malicious intent by an app developer. In this case, "covert" only means that the result of a network connection wasn't immediately obvious to the user. Blocking those connections didn't result in missing content, error prompts, or crashes. Blocked connections that resulted in error log entries were still considered covert, because the researchers didn't think most users would look through those logs.
After checking out that wide swath of apps, the research team turned its focus to in-depth testing of 13 of the top 20 apps on Google Play. That list included Facebook (which did not make any covert connections), Twitter, Spotify, and Candy Crush Saga. 62.9% of the network connections established by these apps were covert by MIT's definition. Out of those covert connections, only 43% were related to known advertising and analytics libraries. That 43% accounts for around 27% of all the network connections made by the apps.
In the end, the researchers weren't able to nail down all the causes for apps connecting to the network covertly. Julia Rubin, a post-doctorate researcher who led the study, told MIT News that informed operation is key. "There might be a very good reason for this covert communication," Rubin said. "We are not trying to say that it has to be eliminated. We’re just saying the user needs to be informed."



Noticia:
http://techreport.com/news/29360/mit-researchers-say-many-popular-android-apps-call-out-covertly

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play Now Lets You Gift Credit To Other Users

Google has finally made the big move to allow users to send Google Play credit to other people.
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Allowing to gift credit to others is something which Apple has long since been doing, but today, Google has finally caught up to the trend by launching a brand new service allowing users to gift Google Play credit to other users as well. But of course, when it comes to such things, there are some limitations, but nonetheless the services works well enough to be deemed polished.
Google Play Now Lets You Send The Gift Of Online Credit To Other Users The new ‘Google Play gifts’ page (https://play.google.com/store/gift) allows users to send credit of $10, $15, $20, $25, $50 and $100 value to others, and it’s also worth keeping in mind that you cannot utilize your own Google Play credit to do so. You can either use your very own credit card or a PayPal account. In other words – real money must be involved to make things happen. Furthermore, Google has also tossed in the option to add credit to your own account as well, which might seem an eyebrow raiser, but at the same time, could come in handy.
Lastly, it’s worth mentioning here that the Google Play gifts service is currently live in the United States only, and there’s no word when it will rollout to other regions. But given that the holiday season is right on our faces, it wouldn’t be long we hear the good news of the service’s expansion to other regions as well.
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It’s absolutely wonderful to see that Google has pulled off such a move for users right ahead of the holiday season, allowing users to send the gift of Google Play credit to others. While it might not sound like much, gifting credit to buy content from Google’s digital outlet, but it’s the best way to make someone’s day if you’re absolutely running out of ideas when it comes to giving.
Speaking of Google Play, Mountain View’s content hub recently got a big version 6.0 update, which brings with it a brand new user interface for users the world over. We highly recommend that you give it a download right away from the link which we have added below. Currently, the update is rolling out to users the world over, and it can take a while to hit your smartphone or tablet, hence you can walk around the waiting process by giving it a manual download.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/google-play-now-lets-you-gift-credit-to-other-users/#ixzz3sbe1u6QX

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play Cyber Weekend 2015 Sale: Save Big On Apps, Games, Songs, More

Google has kicked off its Cyber Weekend 2015 sale, and the Big G has put up a lot of great content with heavy discounts for download which includes apps, games, songs, magazines and whatnot.
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Google Has Kicked Off Its Massive Google Play Cyber Weekend Sale Just like any other company out there, Google doesn’t shy away from throwing in a good deal from time to time, making sure that its loyal fanbase remains content no matter what the situation, with Thanksgiving, Black Friday and of course, Cyber Monday, being no exception.
Google has kicked off its Cyber Weekend 2015 sale over at the Google Play Store and there is a boatload of content which you can grab for a massively discounted price. For example, there’s a huge assortment of apps and games for a discount of up to 70%, which is massive if you’re asking us.
If you’re a gaming fan, then you’ll be pleased to learn that many Square Enix titles have been discounted by 50%. That’s a huge amount of savings, considering the fact that gaming titles from Square Enix command a premium price tag already. Some of the titles from Square Enix on sale are Final Fantasy V and Dragon Quest IV.
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Moving on, when it comes to music, many different albums, such as that from artists like Muse can be grabbed for a mere 99 cents. And on the movies front, you can grab select titles for just $6. In other words, if you’re an entertainment loving fanatic, then these deals are aimed directly at you, and you shouldn’t miss out on them one bit!
As usual, these deals aren’t going to last for a long time, hence we recommend that you pick up your Android smartphone or tablet right away and jump straight into the action. Simply tap on this link (https://play.google.com/store/info/topic?id=cyberweekenddeals) to get started. Lastly, you’ll also be pleased to learn that Google has launched a service that allows you to send Google Play credit to other users, hence be sure to check that out (http://wccftech.com/google-play-now-lets-you-gift-credit-to-other-users/) as well.
We will be covering more deals as they go live for different platforms from different companies so be sure to be on a lookout for that in the days to come. Lastly, there are bound to be surprise deals on awesome products as well from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, and we’ll definitely keep an eye out for them and bring them to our readers.
What are you waiting for? Head over to the Google Play Store and get downloading!







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/google-play-cyber-weekend-2015-sale-save-big-apps-games-songs/#ixzz3shPo8NMu

[Jorge-Vieira]

Multiple Instagram accounts now supported on Android


Instagram appears to be doing a slow cloud rollout of multiple account support on Android, for those of you that desire personal and professional accounts and such. This comes ahead of iOS support.
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Version 7.12.0 of the app has the functionality, though bizarrely, not everyone on this version will see it. If you're not on it yet, get it from APK Mirror or through the Play Store beta program. To set up an additional Instagram account on Android, you'll see an option for it below "Clear Search History". You should be able to take it from there. Happily, an option to sign out from all accounts or an individual one is present.





Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/48680/multiple-instagram-accounts-now-supported-android/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Ofcom launches Wi-Fi checker app for Android and iOS



Ofcom has launched (http://consumers.ofcom.org.uk/news/ofcom-launches-wifi-checker/) an app that will let you know if your Wi-Fi is at fault in slowing down your home broadband experience. The app, which has been made available for Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samknows.InHomeTest&hl=en_GB) and iOS (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ofcom-wi-fi-checker/id1041885941?mt=8), runs a series of performance tests and diagnostics then suggests broadband speed optimising tips.

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As the video above explains, while there are lots of variables that can affect the broadband speeds achievable to their property, many boradband customers don't get the optimal speeds within their property. Ofcom estimates (http://consumers.ofcom.org.uk/news/ofcom-launches-wifi-checker/) that "wireless broadband may not be working as well as it could in nearly six million UK homes and offices". That's about one in five Wi-Fi broadband connection setups. A major contributor to the suboptimal in-home speeds is down to interference from other electrical devices in your home.
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The app looks for a significant drop in performance between your broadband connection and your home Wi-Fi network and puts forward recommendations depending upon its test results. Suggestions will include the following:


Move your router away from electrical devices: Halogen lamps, electrical dimmer switches, stereo or computer speakers, fairy lights, TVs and monitors and AC power cords have all been known to cause interference to broadband routers. Keep your router as far away as possible from other electrical devices as well as those which emit wireless signals such as baby monitors etc.
Move your router to a different part of your home: The walls and furniture in your house act as an obstacle to the Wi-Fi radio frequencies. Ideally routers should be kept centrally within the home and placed on a table or shelf rather than on the floor
Try restarting your wireless router: This may automatically select a less busy Wi-Fi radio frequency.
Use an Ethernet cable to connect directly to your router: An Ethernet cable is a computer networking cable which should give you a faster, more reliable connection.


For thorough testing Ofcom recommends you go through your house room to room, at different times of day – as there are so many variables in what could impede or interfere with a Wi-Fi connection.



Noticia:
http://hexus.net/ce/news/internet/88526-ofcom-launches-wi-fi-checker-app-android-ios/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google's Chrome Data Saver Feature Won't Load Images, To Reduce Data Usage


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Google Chrome has a Data Saver feature on the mobile version of the browser that reduces the amount of data used every time you visit a webpage. Recently, the company made an additional improvement to the service, which it claimed reduces data usage up to 70 percent. The improvement is a somewhat obvious move. Images on a webpage take up a heavy portion of data, and this update halts image loading when Data Saver detects a slow connection. Once the page’s text is ready, you have the option to load all the images onto the page or select the images you want to see.
Data Saver works by optimizing the contents of each page on Google’s proxy servers before the data is sent to your phone. A connection between the smartphone and Google’s servers is opened, the user requests a page, and then the page is optimized for data reduction through the server before it arrives on your smartphone. However, if you visit secure pages (URLs that start with "https") or browse in Incognito mode, Data Saver won’t compress the data.
For now, the updated Data Saver feature will begin rolling out in India and Indonesia, two countries that might have reduced and unreliable mobile data coverage. The company said that it will come to more countries in the coming months, but based on the initial release, Google will first bring the feature to markets that desperately need the feature.



Noticia:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/google-chrome-data-saver-update,30670.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google publishes "Best of 2015" list for Android apps and games


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Google has released its annual “Best of (https://play.google.com/store/info/topic?id=bestof2015)” list comprised of the top Android apps and games of 2015. The search giant has also compiled the top-selling albums, books, movies and television shows as well as its personal favorites in several of those categories.
If you’re new to Android (or simply looking for something to keep you entertained over the weekend), this seems like as good of a place as any to start. As Android Police (http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/12/04/google-releases-its-list-of-best-apps-of-2015-with-regional-focus-and-some-questionable-choices/) notes, some app selections appear to be recommended globally while others will vary depending on your region.
With that said, a section of the top apps and games of 2015 in the US – in no particular order – are as follows (titles are free unless otherwise noted):
Apps

Flipagram: Music Video Editor
Robinhood: Free Stock Trading
Language Learning
Colorfy – Coloring Book Free
B&H Photo Video Pro Audio
HBO Now
Backgrounds HD (Wallpapers)
Toca Nature ($2.99)
Showtime
Retrica
Memrise Learn Languages Free
Wishbone – Compare Anything
We Heart It
EyeEm – Camera & Photo Filter
Cleo for Messenger

Games

Agar.io
Walking Dead: Road to Survival
PewDiePie: Legend of Brofist ($4.99)
Fallout Shelter
Minecraft: Story Mode ($4.99)
Candy Crush Soda Saga
Mobile Strike
Deer Hunter 2016
Clash of Clans
Crossy Road
Minecraft: Pocket Edition ($6.99)
DomiNations
Panda Pop
Criminal Case
Need for Speed: No Limits

The full "Best of" list can be found over at the Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/info/topic?id=bestof2015).



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63043-google-publishes-best-2015-list-android-apps-games.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Instagram now supports long press on Android

Instagram users on Android can now experience what iPhone 6s users are experiencing with 3D Touch, thanks to the new addition of long press support. This is to say you can press down on an image for an extended period of time to zoom in on it, drag your finger away from the center of the image to reset it to thumbnail size, and move over one of the buttons beneath the image to like or share it.


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Long press is available on version 7.13.0, downloadable from APK Mirror (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/instagram/instagram-instagram/instagram-7-13-0-18650373-android-apk-download/).




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/48848/instagram-now-supports-long-press-android/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Microsoft’s Cortana Digital Assistant Is Officially Available On iOS And Android

Microsoft’s Cortana digital assistant is now officially available for iOS and Android. After months of beta testing, the digital personal assistant can now be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play Store. Moreover, the company also released a brand new Cortana app for Windows 10 users that aims to provide a medium to share your data with iOS or Android smartphones.
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Microsoft’s Cortana Is Free On The App Store And Google Play Store It’s good to see that Microsoft’s Cortana on iOS and Android is giving users some choice in terms of choosing the personal digital assistant. If you want to get it on your smartphone, go to the App Store or Google Play Store and download. Microsoft officials had shed light on the arrival of Cortana for iOS and Android back in 2014. In May 2015, it was confirmed that the digital assistant app would soon be directed to both platforms. Back in November, Microsoft selected 2,000 TestFlight members to test the app.
Moreover, if you’re interested in downloading Cortana to your iOS device, do take note that the it won’t be as feature-rich as it is on Windows Phones and Windows. Due to the high restrictions imposed by Apple, Microsoft’s Cortana app is not thoroughly integrated within the operating system. For starters, the ‘Hey Cortana’ feature would not be available, which is responsible for waking the digital assistant up. The digital assistant is limited to tracking your packages, flights, displaying relevant news pieces and also weather updates. However, you can ask questions from Cortana the same way you ask Siri.
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Despite its limited integration with iOS, Microsoft’s Cortana is beneficial for those who use Windows products. If we compare the two mobile operating systems, iOS and Android, Cortana is far more superior on the latter. Cortana on Android is capable of sending text messages to the missed calls right from your Windows 10 PC. This is definitely an important update for Android users.
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Cortana is available as a free download on both, iOS and Android. However, Microsoft’s digital assistant app requires iOS 8 to run and Android version 4.1.2. The Cortana app for iOS and Android have been limited to U.S and China for now. Hopefully, Microsoft will open the app to more regions in the coming days.
What do guys think about Microsoft’s personal digital assistant, Cortana? Are you guys willing to make a shift from Siri or Google Now? Share your thoughts about it in the comments.


Download Cortana For Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.cortana&hl=en)







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/microsofts-cortana-digital-assistant-is-officially-available-on-ios-and-android/#ixzz3tqZ1HbXn

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google authentication through smartwatches is here

Two-factor authentication is the security term on everyone's lips these days, with major global players all moving to this more secure method of self-identification, ranging from manufacturers to retailers and Government agencies alike.


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In the latest news, Google has published its offline-enabled authentication app, suitable for smartwatches. Available to download for free off Google Play, this app is thankfully available without being always-online, allowing users to identify themselves efficiently and easily through a wrist-worn device.

There is also word on NFC authentication with this update, meaning that we could see authentication tags and wristbands in the future, meaning users are able to simply tap a product to their phone, computer, tablet or even television to confirm it is actually them.




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/48856/google-authentication-through-smartwatches-here/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Latest Google Wallet update lets you send money using just a phone number

After the launch of Android Pay, Google decided to turn Google Wallet into a peer-to-peer payment service that connects with your debit or bank account and allows you to send cash to anyone in the US. But now, Google is removing the limitation that required anyone who receives money to have an email address - the latest update (http://googlecommerce.blogspot.co.uk/2015/12/send-money-to-anyone-in-your-contact-list.html) makes it possible to send funds to a person using just their phone number.
Sending money to someone this way means that they don’t need to give out their email details or even have Google Wallet installed on their smartphone. Recipients receive a text message with a secure link, which they can access at their convenience. Clicking on it will let them enter their debit card details to claim the money, which Google says will be transferred to their bank accounts “within minutes.”
Other than the usual “bug fixture and visual improvements,” the feature is the only new addition the update brings. The app has had a number of other updates in recent weeks, including improved contact suggestions (letting you see the people you send money to most often first), a security feature that locks the app with one tap, and the ability to add a second bank account.
Apple is also said (http://www.techspot.com/news/62784-apple-may-integrate-peer-peer-payment-platform-imessage.html) to be looking at the possibility of creating a peer-to-peer mobile payments service that will somehow be integrated into iMessage, the company’s propriety messaging service. Unlike Google’s offering, however, Apple’s upcoming service will be tied to its contactless payment system, Apple Pay.
The Google Wallet update is available now for the Android and iOS apps. The new feature is only available in the US.


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Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63110-latest-google-wallet-update-you-send-money-using.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Microsoft Translator smartphone / wearable pairing for conversation

Microsoft has updated the Microsoft Translator app for iOS (http://www.aka.ms/iOSConversationFeatureDownload) and Android (http://www.aka.ms/AndroidConversationFeatureDownload) to provide improved communications between folk speaking different languages. The updated tool is powered by the same technology behind Skype Translator and Office programs. Microsoft's latest innovation is to provide faster, more fluid communication (https://blogs.office.com/2015/12/17/microsoft-translator-bring-natural-translation-to-wearables/) by pairing a device with a wearable (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/translator/apps.aspx).


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To see how the paired handheld device and wearable work, to facilitate multi-language real-time communications, you can watch Microsoft's promotional video above. In brief, a user runs the Microsoft translator app on both a smartphone and wearable then pairs them. Handing over the smartphone to the conversational partner, anything said into one's wearable gets translated into the target language on the smartphone display. The smartphone holder can read and respond in natural language which gets displayed in your language on the wearable device display (in the video example; a smartwatch).
Languages supported by the software include; English, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. Other than conversational use Microsoft Translator can be used to translate text, documents, webpages, and even restaurant menus and street signs. The tool can be used offline.
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Microsoft says that it has also implemented this translation engine into Word Online plus the Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Publisher and Visio desktop apps.



Noticia:
http://hexus.net/tech/news/software/89021-microsoft-translator-smartphone-wearable-pairing-conversation/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Classic Final Fantasy Games for iOS and Android On Sale Now

Square Enix is discounting all of their classic Final Fantasy games on the iOS App Store and Google Play Store just in time for the holiday season.
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Square Enix discounts Final Fantasy classics by up to 50% The holiday season, even if it isn’t something you celebrate, always brings a lot of great deals and savings. Square Enix is letting us all enjoy their classic, and iconic, Final Fantasy games for up to 50% off. If you’ve never had the chance to try some of these, this might be your chance. Head on over to the Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/search?q=final+fantasy&c=apps&docType=1&sp=CAFiDwoNZmluYWwgZmFudGFzeXoFGADAAQKKAQIIAQ%3D%3 D:S:ANO1ljI5Hz4) or the App Store (https://itunes.apple.com/us/developer/square-enix-inc/id300186801?mt=8) to check it out.
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FINAL FANTASY


FINAL FANTASY – $7.99 ⇒ $3.99 (for iPhone®/iPad®/iPod touch® and Google Play)
FINAL FANTASY II – $7.99 ⇒ $3.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch and Google Play)
FINAL FANTASY III

$14.99 ⇒ $6.99 (for iPhone/iPod touch)
$16.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for iPad)
$15.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for Google Play/Amazon)


FINAL FANTASY IV – $15.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch and Google Play/Amazon)
FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS® – $15.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch and Google Play)
FINAL FANTASY V – $15.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for iPhone/iPod touch/iPad and Google Play/Amazon)
FINAL FANTASY VI – $15.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch and Google Play/Amazon)
FINAL FANTASY VII – $15.99 ⇒ $10.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch)
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS®: THE WAR OF THE LIONS®

$13.99 ⇒ $6.99 (for iPhone/iPod touch and Google Play)
$15.99 ⇒ $7.99 (for iPad)



OTHER


CHRONO TRIGGER – $9.99 ⇒ $4.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch and Google Play)
SECRET OF MANA – $7.99 ⇒ $3.99 (for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch and Google Play)






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http://wccftech.com/square-enix-classic-final-fantasy-games-for-ios-and-android-on-sale-now/#ixzz3uhNZpYPG

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google is offering several last-minute Play Store deals for the holidays


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Last-minute shoppers - or those that simply like to save a few bucks - may want to head over to the Google Play store (https://play.google.com/store) as the search giant has several attractive digital entertainment deals to choose from.
For a limited time, you can score 75 percent of (https://play.google.com/redeem?code=MOVIE2015) any one movie rental, up to 80 percent off select e-books or get a three-month subscription to Newsstand for just $3. There's also a selection of free and $0.99 albums, movies that you can own starting at $5.99 and several attractive game deals.
A few of the better game deals include Lara Croft GO, Castle of Illusion, and Hitman: Sniper for $0.99 each as well as Star Wars Pinball 3, Minecraft: Story Mode and NBA Jam for $0.10. Although not a game, one of my favorite apps, Star Walk - Astronomy Guide (http://www.techspot.com/news/62924-app-visualizes-all-encompassing-web-invisible-radio-waves.html), can be had for $0.99 (originally $2.99).
Perhaps the best deal of all is three months of Google Play Music (http://www.techspot.com/news/63091-google-now-offers-play-music-family-plan.html) for a buck. It's worth noting that this deal is only being offered to new subscribers. Those eligible for the deal will also get three months of access to YouTube Red (http://www.techspot.com/news/62508-youtube-red-ad-free-videos-offline-viewing-google.html), the company's ad-free YouTube subscription service.
If you aren't eligible for Google's offer, you can still find some excellent trial offers elsewhere. Apple, for example, is still offering its free three-month trial of Apple Music (http://www.apple.com/music/) while three months of Spotify premium (https://www.spotify.com/us/premium/) service can be had for $0.99. Those who play their cards right could get nearly a year of unlimited streaming for just a few bucks (although there is the hassle of switching services every few months).



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http://www.techspot.com/news/63243-google-offering-several-last-minute-play-store-deals.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Buying Chromecast now gets you $20 in Google Play credit

Google is just handing out value lately: first Nexus owners who use Android Pay get a $20 Best Buy gift card, then buying Chromecast gets you a free movie rental, and now Chromecast buyers get $20 Google Play credit. If we didn't know better, we'd think this is exploitable somehow.


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The website notes the offer only works in the US, but the Google Store Twitter says it works in Canada too, so give it a try if you live in the promised land. The other key restriction is that it expires on January 2. For all the nitty gritty, hit the source

Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/49218/buying-chromecast-now-gets-20-google-play-credit/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Lenovo mobile chief confirms rumors about Google's plans for China


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Google has been purposefully absent from China since 2010 when it left over increased government censorship, but they’re going back soon. Lenovo’s head of mobile, Chen Xudong, just confirmed that Google will launch Play services in 2016 (http://9to5google.com/2016/01/11/google-play-services-in-china-2016/), 9to5Google reports.
True, this is not verified by Google, but it’s pretty close. Lenovo works with Google on Android in countries other than China, so it makes sense that they would be the launch partner for Play services.
There are a lot of things we still don’t know, such as when Google plans to launch Play services in China – Xudong didn’t say exactly when, just sometime this year. Another thing we don’t know is which services will be available when Play launches. And one more thing we don’t know is whether manufacturers will have the choice between Play services and third-party app stores, or if Google will force them to stick to the same policies as manufacturers outside of China.
Google and China have an interesting history, to put it mildly. In 2014, China removed Google Docs, Play and Gmail (http://www.reuters.com/article/google-china-idUSL3N0UD21W20141229) from the country completely. And let’s not forget the hacking scandal in 2010 (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/8582233.stm) that ended up bringing a U.S. investigation into China hacking services for private information.
But as China adds more and more mobile and Internet users, Western companies can’t help but want to get in on that audience. Google isn’t alone in this. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg spent all of 2015 trying to attract the Chinese government (http://www.bloomberg.com/bw/articles/2014-10-21/facebooks-zuckerberg-gets-a-toehold-in-china), with nothing to show for it as of now. Maybe Google will fare better with this Play launch.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63432-lenovo-mobile-chief-confirms-rumors-about-google-plans.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android finally supports launcher auto-rotate, app icon size consistency


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One feature that has been notably absent for years from Google's Now Launcher, the default homescreen app for Android, is auto-rotate support. Now, a new update (http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2016/01/android-launcher-update-adds-auto-rotate-forces-icon-size-consistency/) to the Now Launcher available through the Play Store has added this much-requested feature.
As you'd expect, auto-rotate support in the launcher now allows you to view your grid of applications and widgets in either portrait or landscape, something that is particularly useful on larger-screened devices. It also adds a certain level of consistency to the Android operating system, which allows you to view pretty much every other screen in both orientations.
Speaking of consistency, the other main update to the Now Launcher involves app icon size. While Google does have guidelines that specify how to create an icon of the correct dimensions, many developers completely ignore these rules in favor of creating the largest icon possible. This leads to app drawers and homescreens that are filled with inconsistent app sizes.
In the latest update to the Now Launcher, all app icons are forcibly resized to the correct Android size guidelines. In many cases, app icons will be reduced in size to match with standard-size icons, creating a more consistent look and feel throughout the launcher. It's a small change, but one that improves the design of the launcher.
These new features are found in version 5.8.45.19 of the Google Now Launcher (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.launcher), which is rolling out now through the Play Store. The launcher is the default for Nexus devices, although any other Android smartphone can download it, provided you've also installed the Google app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox ).



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63469-android-finally-supports-launcher-auto-rotate-app-icon.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play finally adds promo code support for apps and games


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It may have taken a while to get here, but it’s finally arrived: Google has added redeemable promo code support to its Play Store. The feature has been available in the iOS Store for ages (http://www.techspot.com/news/56790-ios-developers-are-now-able-to-offer-promo-codes-for-in-app-purchase.html), but now Android users finally have a chance to get some free apps.
An Android forums (http://androidforums.com/threads/developers-now-have-the-ability-to-create-a-promo-code-for-a-paid-app-or-an-in-app-purchase.989302/) user noticed a page on Google’s developer console (https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/6321495) explaining how devs can create the promo codes and how they can get their apps ready to use them. Developers can allow players to use the codes for apps and games and on non-subscription in-app purchases.
Developers can generate up to 500 codes per app in a given quarter; any unused codes won’t roll over to the next quarter. That includes codes for paid apps as well as in-app purchases, making a maximum of 2000 codes a year for each app. By default, the codes are valid for 12 months although devs can customize the expiration date should they wish.
Google’s blog suggests a few ways that developers might want to use these codes:


A game could have a special item, such as a character or decoration, that’s only available to players who attend an event. The developer could distribute cards with promo codes at the event, and users would enter their promo code to unlock the item.
An app developer might distribute promo codes at local businesses, to encourage potential users to try the app.
An app developer might give out “friends and family” codes to its employees to share with their friends.

Now that these codes have arrived we’ll no doubt see developers handing out free copies of their apps and games in competitions and to reviewers. It’s also likely to help them get their products noticed in what is becoming a very crowded market.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63494-google-play-finally-adds-promo-code-support-apps.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

WhatsApp Drops All Subscription Fees And Goes Absolutely Free Forever

WhatsApp is without a doubt a household name in the world of instant messaging services, with over a billion users relying on the platform to send out texts, photos, videos and more amongst each other. Today, in order to take things up a notch, Facebook-owned WhatsApp has made the wonderful announcement that the service is now absolutely free to use with no subscription charges whatsoever.
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WhatsApp Is Now Absolutely Free To Use Forever While many are led to believe that WhatsApp is absolutely free to download and use, it’s worth noting that the service asks for a subscription fee after one year of usage. Today, the company has announced that it is dropping those fees for good, and the service is now absolutely free to use across the board. It’s also worth mentioning here that the changes will be reflected in a few weeks’ time.
From the official WhatsApp blog (https://blog.whatsapp.com/615/Making-WhatsApp-free-and-more-useful):

Nearly a billion people around the world today rely on WhatsApp to stay in touch with their friends and family. From a new dad in Indonesia sharing photos with his family, to a student in Spain checking in with her friends back home, to a doctor in Brazil keeping in touch with her patients, people rely on WhatsApp to be fast, simple and reliable.
That’s why we’re happy to announce that WhatsApp will no longer charge subscription fees. For many years, we’ve asked some people to pay a fee for using WhatsApp after their first year. As we’ve grown, we’ve found that this approach hasn’t worked well. Many WhatsApp users don’t have a debit or credit card number and they worried they’d lose access to their friends and family after their first year. So over the next several weeks, we’ll remove fees from the different versions of our app and WhatsApp will no longer charge you for our service.
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As you can read in the snippet above, WhatsApp has realized the fact that many users around the globe do not have a credit or debit card in their possession, which in turn means that their model of charging users after a year doesn’t work quite well. Keeping that very same thing in the light, WhatsApp will drop all usage charges in the next few weeks time.
Despite having a paid subscription plan in place it’s staggering to see that the service has over a billion users worldwide. With today’s announcement, it’s likely that the number will push the boundaries even further.
In case you’re wondering how WhatsApp plans to monetize its service from now on, the company has this to say on the topic:

Naturally, people might wonder how we plan to keep WhatsApp running without subscription fees and if today’s announcement means we’re introducing third-party ads. The answer is no. Starting this year, we will test tools that allow you to use WhatsApp to communicate with businesses and organizations that you want to hear from. That could mean communicating with your bank about whether a recent transaction was fraudulent, or with an airline about a delayed flight. We all get these messages elsewhere today – through text messages and phone calls – so we want to test new tools to make this easier to do on WhatsApp, while still giving you an experience without third-party ads and spam.
Let’s just hope that WhatsApp sticks to its word and doesn’t introduce in-app ads!







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/whatsapp-drops-subscription-fees-absolutely-free/#ixzz3xbWqtshu

[Jorge-Vieira]

Android app downloads doubled iOS in 2015, but iOS still makes more money


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The latest metrics from App Annie for the entire year of 2015 have revealed that globally, Android users downloaded roughly twice as many apps through the Google Play Store than iOS users downloaded through the Apple App Store.
App Annie's report (http://blog.appannie.com/app-annie-2015-retrospective/) claimed that downloads from the Google Play Store totalled around 200 million, compared to 100 million downloads from the App Store. The report doesn't take into account downloads from Android's alternate app stores, which would easily send total app downloads for the OS well over 200 million.
The most impressive part of the Play Store's download figures is growth in emerging markets, particularly Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Turkey and Mexico, which collectively accounted for almost half of the store's growth. Meanwhile, iOS app downloads have stayed relatively stagnant over the past few years.
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However, despite more than doubling the App Store's download count, the Play Store's app revenue still sits comfortably behind the App Store. Apple made significant gains in revenue in markets such as China, the United States, and Japan throughout 2015, and although Play Store revenue grew as well, iOS is still the platform that makes the most money for app developers.
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App Annie also reports that all five of the most used mobile apps, and eight of the top ten, are owned by either Google or Facebook. Unsurprisingly, Candy Crush Saga and Clash of Clans topped the most played charts, with Clash of Clans also earning the most revenue for a mobile game.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63542-android-app-downloads-doubled-ios-2015-but-ios.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Microsoft's new Android alarm app won't stop until you're super awake



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Did someone ever try to wake you up by singing or opening the blinds or doing something equally annoying? My Mom was partial to singing a song about birds and the sun, and I hated it as a teenager. Now, thanks to Microsoft, there’s an app that will annoy you into waking up. Meet the Mimicker Alarm app for Android (http://blogs.microsoft.com/firehose/2016/01/21/wake-up-with-games-through-the-mimicker-alarm-app-powered-by-microsoft-project-oxford-machine-learning/), released through the Microsoft Garage.
After the alarm goes off, the app forces you to play a game to ensure that you’re wide awake at the end of it. There are three options: “Express Yourself” (where the app gives you an emotion and you have to take a selfie that matches it), “Color Capture” (where the app gives you a color and you have to take a photo of something that’s the same color), or “Tongue Twister” (where you have to say a, you guessed it, tongue twister.) There are also different options for the alarm sounds like with most alarm apps.
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There is an option to snooze, but once you dismiss the alarm there are only 30 seconds to play one of the games. “And if you don’t complete that game in time, we assume you’ve fallen back asleep and then the alarm will start ringing again,” says Allison Light, a program manager on a team that develops apps for Project Oxford. Luckily, just playing one game (not all three) is enough to shut off the alarm. Then you can go about your morning and not think about having to repeat the demented cycle again the next morning.
This alarm might sound like my personal nightmare, but really it's just a fun app to show off the cool stuff Microsoft's machine learning can do. "We are showcasing several different Project Oxford APIs," Light says. "Since we're open sourcing all of the code, we thought an alarm app would be easy for other developers to read the code and see how we used the APIs." Fun for developers, maybe not so much for the peacefully slumbering folks who don't want to wake up just yet.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63556-microsoft-new-android-alarm-app-wont-stop-until.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

WhatsApp to start sharing data with Facebook (http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/security-software/matthew-wilson/whatsapp-to-start-sharing-data-with-facebook/)


While it is common knowledge at this point that Facebook bought WhatsApp for $19 billion, the company hasn’t actually done much with the messenger app until recently. Just last week it was announced that WhatsApp would no longer require a yearly subscription and now, it seems that the app is set to start sharing data with Facebook.
In the latest WhatsApp for Android beta, a hidden option was discovered (https://plus.google.com/+JavierSantos/posts/PEdTLRS8DgK) that would share your information with Facebook to ‘improve’ the social network experience.
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Right now, it isn’t clear exactly what information WhatsApp and data will start sharing but the feature does come disabled by default in the beta though that could change eventually.
Aside from that, the WhatsApp beta now includes a new end-to-end encryption option that will allow users to become more secure. This new option makes it so that not even WhatsApp itself can see your messages so it may be good for those that like to keep their data secure.



Noticia:
http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/security-software/matthew-wilson/whatsapp-to-start-sharing-data-with-facebook/










(http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/security-software/matthew-wilson/whatsapp-to-start-sharing-data-with-facebook/)Google Play Games Freed From Mandatory Google+ Prerequisite



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Google’s long-needed quest to untangle its core services from the mediocre web of Google+ (http://hothardware.com/tags/google) is finally picking up the pace. The exodus continues today, as you will no longer need a Google+ account in order to access the Play Games service. Google notes that gamers will only have to sign-in once using their standard Google account and will no longer have to sign-in for future games, as this process will become automatic. This means that gamer will no longer be presented with an annoying popup telling them to sign-in for each title. If you’re not a fan auto-sign-in, you can always disable the feature in settings.
If you’re a current user of the Play Games service, you’ll see no interruption and will keep your existing Google+ associated ID. For gamers new to the service, you’ll have to acquire a new Player ID which is separate from your Google account for privacy reasons, or course.


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Google also lists some potential hiccups that developers might run into courtesy of these changes, but this would only be an issue if Google+ functionality is baked directly into their software. However, given the generally negative vibes surrounding the Google+ platform, we seriously doubt that this will be a problem for most developers.
Google says that this latest move was made to “reduce sign-in friction and unnecessary permission requests for players,” but we all know that this is just the latest in the agonizingly slow death march that awaits Google+.
Google took the first step to rid weary Google users of Google+ by reforming Google+ Photos into Google Photos (http://hothardware.com/news/good-guy-google-delivers-free-unlimited-photo-and-video-storage-with-photos-app) last May and uncoupling the failed social network from YouTube in July (http://hothardware.com/news/google-removes-ridiculous-google-requirement-from-youtube-other-services-will-follow-suit).





Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/google-play-games-freed-from-mandatory-google-prerequisite-as-unloved-social-network-fades#IQtsYEo1qVjHZ5aU.99


(http://www.kitguru.net/gaming/security-software/matthew-wilson/whatsapp-to-start-sharing-data-with-facebook/)

[Jorge-Vieira]

Samsung updates their Android browser to introduce ad blocking



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Whenever Apple introduces a new feature on its smartphone, it's only a matter of time before that feature finds its way to Samsung's mobile products. Case in point: an over the air update has introduced ad blocking (http://thenextweb.com/apps/2016/02/01/adblocking-comes-to-android-with-over-the-air-update-for-samsung-devices/) to Samsung's Android web browser, after Apple debuted a similar feature on iOS last year.
Samsung's ad blocking system for their browser works in a similar way to Apple's in that it allows developers to create ad blocking extensions, rather than offering ad blocking as a native feature within the browser. It also only works with Samsung Internet, the company's in-house and default browser for their Android devices, not Chrome or third-party alternatives.
Unsurprisingly, the first ad blocking extensions for Samsung Internet have appeared alongside the update that allows ad blocking. AdBlock Fast, available through the Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rocketshipapps.adblockfast), is a popular extension already found on iOS and on desktop versions of Chrome and Opera. It's free to install and open source, and its developer claims it can speed up the web browsing experience by 51 percent on average.

http://www.techspot.com/images2/news/bigimage/2016/02/2016-02-01-image.gif Crystal, another ad blocking extension already available on iOS, is also now available for Samsung Interne (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.crystalapp.crystal)t, again as a free download.
To use ad blocking on your Samsung device, at the moment you'll need to be running Android 6.0 with Samsung Internet 4.0 (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.sbrowser) installed. In the future, Samsung will release an update that will bring the same functionality to devices running Android 4.2 and higher.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63660-samsung-updates-their-android-browser-introduce-ad-blocking.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Hackers Use Steganography to Hide Trojan in Over 60 Google Play Games

Security researchers have detected a trojan targeting over 60 games hosted on the Google Play Store (http://wccftech.com/hackers-allegedly-sideloaded-google-play-store-windows-10-mobile/), enabling them to mine user data while the game is being played on the smartphones.
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Hackers hide malicious code inside images of Android games: Russian antivirus vendor Doctor Web has reported a number of rogue apps masquerading as mobile games to Google last week. Named as Android.Xiny.19.origin, the new Android malware acts like a trojan, executing malicious code hidden inside the images after the apps are downloaded on a device. The trojan (http://wccftech.com/rootnik-android-trojan-uses-root-tool-to-hack-devices/) is designed to “download, install, and run programs upon receiving a command” from hackers. Incorporated into over 60 functional games, the rogue apps are distributed via Google Play under the name of more than 30 game developers. A user will have no way of being suspicious as the apps work perfectly like any other, except for collecting data and installing more malware while the user is busy playing games.
According to security researchers, the following data is being collected:
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Phone’s IMEI identifier and MAC address
Version and the current language of the operating system
Mobile network operator name
Information about accessibility of a memory card
Name of the application in which the trojan is incorporated into
Details about this application being in the system folder

The biggest threat of this Android malware is not just retrieval of user and device data, but what else this trojan is capable of. Doctor Web explains that Android.Xiny.19.origin has the capability to “download and dynamically run arbitrary apk files upon cybercriminals’ command.” To masquerade the malicious code, the hackers have hidden it in specially created images by applying steganography, making detection difficult. Thanks to this ability, the latest Android malware (http://wccftech.com/brand-android-smartphones-coming-spyware-malware/) can perform other malicious functions like downloading software and deleting applications without the user’s knowledge when “root access is available.”
While users have no way of detecting if they should “trust” an app on Google Play Store, one simple trick does the job: disable installation of apps from Unknown Sources. Google introduced an automated scanner called Bouncer a few years ago to detect malware hidden inside the games. While it is very much possible to bypass it, most of the Android malware cases are now seen distributed through third-party app stores.
We have previously seen steganography being used to hide malware (http://wccftech.com/hack-a-computer-with-an-image/) in several cases. Some of these cases involved potential attempts at hacking and spying your computer while the latest Android malware seems to be more concerned with covertly downloading applications. You can read more details about this particular case in this blog post (https://news.drweb.com/show/?i=9803&lng=en).







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/hackers-hide-malicious-code-inside-images-of-android-games/#ixzz3yzzwzQpz

[Jorge-Vieira]

Ditch Facebook's Android App And Reclaim One Fifth Of Your Smartphone’s Battery Life



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Did you recently buy a fancy new flagship Android (http://hothardware.com/tags/android) smartphone with a capacious battery onboard only to find that you’re still getting relatively poor battery life? Before you start throwing arrows at your smartphone’s manufacturer, perhaps you should look closer to home as to why your battery life is coming up short; specifically, your installed apps. Redditors have done some experimenting and found that one of the biggest battery hogs among Android apps is the official Facebook (http://hothardware.com/tags/facebook) app. We’ve all known for quite some time that the Facebook app (for both iOS and Android) has grown into a bloated beast over the years, but extensive testing has shown that there are still some serious battery life and performance consequences remaining with the app.
Redditor pbrandes_eth decided to perform a number of app launching tests with his LG G4 (http://hothardware.com/tags/lg-g4), both with Facebook and Facebook Messenger installed, and with both uninstalled. His testing showed that when starting 15 apps in a row, his smartphone was 15 percent faster without the two Facebook applications installed. The reddit thread (https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/42kyph/uninstalling_facebook_speeds_up_your_android/), which has grown to over 1,200 comments, shows similar gains from other redditors that have taken the “Ditch Facebook” challenge.


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Inspired by the results on reddit, The Guardian reporter Samuel Gibbs decided to do some testing of his own to see what affect the Facebook app was having on his battery life. Instead of using an LG G4, Gibbs relied on his Huawei (http://hothardware.com/tags/huawei) Nexus 6P (http://hothardware.com/tags/nexus-6p). And rather than remove both Facebook and Messenger, Gibbs only tossed the Facebook app into the trash can. He then proceeded to use the Facebook mobile website in concert with the Metal app as “wrapper” for m.facebook.com (https://m.facebook.com/).
Over the course of a week’s testing, the combination of the Facebook mobile site and Metal allowed Gibbs to witness a 20 percent improvement in battery life (his gains would have likely been even higher had he ditched Facebook Messenger). He also noted that some users might not even realize that Facebook is tearing through their battery on a continual basis, as the battery statistics for the app in the Settings menu is not at all accurate:

It turned out other Android services including Android system and Android OS showed reduced battery consumption when the Facebook app was uninstalled. Those services act as a buffer for many apps to the outside world when running in the background. So while Facebook didn’t look like it was using that much power, it was actually just being displayed elsewhere in Android’s statistics.
If you’re a heavy Facebook user, the mobile app can be seen as a welcome addition to your daily “work flow” to help keep tabs on all of your friends, acquaintances, and family members. But as is becoming increasingly more apparent as Facebook adds more features to its already bloated app, the downside is that we all pay in the form of reduced battery life.




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http://hothardware.com/news/ditch-facebooks-android-app-and-reclaim-one-fifth-of-your-smartphones-battery-life#ZOZJZz26wEYgJqWu.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google pulls Samsung's adblock app from Play Store

Samsung brought adblocking to mobile browser this week which promptly caught the ire of Google. Now pulled from the Play Store, the Adblock Fast app -- which used Samsung's custom API -- exceeded 50,000 downloads and appeared in the top charts in its short lifespan.


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Fast was developed by Rocketship Apps; one of its staff members Brian Kennish posted this e-mail from Google which was sent to them after the app was pulled without warning:


Hi Developers at Rocketship Apps,
I reviewed Adblock Fast, com.rocketshipapps.adblockfast, and found that it violates section 4.4 of the Developer Distribution Agreement. This particular app has been disabled as a policy strike.

Just as a reminder, you've agreed to follow the Google Play Developer Program Policies and additional enforcement could occur if there are further policy issues with your apps.

If you've reviewed the policies and feel this rejection may have been in error, please reach out to our policy support team. One of my colleagues will get back to you within 2 business days.

I appreciate your support of Google Play!

Best,
[Redacted]
Google Play Review Team

Section 4.4 prohibits products that disrupt Android, Google, and mobile network services, among other things. Vague language, to be sure. Adblock Plus was pulled awhile back for the same reasons, but was recently restored, so it's plausible Fast will be at some point, too.




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http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50146/google-pulls-samsungs-adblock-app-play-store/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

1Password updated, features Material Design UI and fingerprint unlock


(http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50247/1password-updated-features-material-design-ui-fingerprint-unlock/index.html)If you've been using 1Password on Android, you might have noticed an update arrived that delivers some rather large changes to the password manager.


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1Password now sports a Material Design makeover, which makes the password manager look awesome in all areas, and provides more room within the UI. Not only that, but we have new toolbars all over the place, and a floating button that provides an easy way to add new URL-password combinations.

But, for those that own smartphones with fingerprint sensors like the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P, you can use your fingerprint scanner to quickly unlock 1Password. All you need to do is launch the app and scan your finger, which will bypass the required master password. 1Password v6 also includes the beta of 1Password for Teams, which is a grat feature if you share log-ins with family or co-workers, so you can have a single account for all of your password-saving needs.



(http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50247/1password-updated-features-material-design-ui-fingerprint-unlock/index.html)
Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50247/1password-updated-features-material-design-ui-fingerprint-unlock/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Download Google Play Store 6.2.10 APK – Adds Gmail-Based App Recommendations



A new version of Google’s (http://wccftech.com/googles-safe-browsing-to-protect-users-from-deceptive-download-buttons/) Play Store is now available, taking the build to 6.2.10. Here are all the new changes and the link to download the latest APK.
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Download Google Play Store 6.2.10 APK:

The latest version doing rounds on the interwebs brings a few user interface and performance improvements. The one and possibly only big change that the Play Store 6.2.10 brings is the ability to give Google permission to provide app recommendations based on itineraries found in your Gmail account. You can enable this in the Settings and will then possibly be swarmed by recommendations based on your flight bookings, lecture meetings with airline apps, educational apps, shopping apps, and whatever else it could link to using your mailbox.
The release includes the two new section divisions – Entertainment (http://wccftech.com/91-off-getflix-lifetime-subscription-for-a-limited-time/) and Apps & Games, segmenting apps and games under one tab and keeping stuff like movies, books and music under another. According to early user reviews, Google Play Store APK 6.2.10 also brings some performance enhancements as the Store is responding more smoothly to requests, unlike its bulky older version. You can also spot some tiny interface changes here and there.
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Google’s Play Store APK for version 6.2.10 is available now. Users can expect the Store to be updated officially in the next few days, depending on the region and the Android version your smartphone is using.
Download Google Play Store APK version 6.2.10 from here (https://mega.nz/#%21zhtSQISS%21mPJz_8pT4qxu8yXg9MYwVqUl6qob5oug3Pe bnUmMB_g) directly on your Android devices.
If you have tried the latest Play Store, let us know if you also experienced a better and improved performance. Are you going to give Google permission (http://wccftech.com/hackers-allegedly-sideloaded-google-play-store-windows-10-mobile/) to suggest apps based on your Gmail usage or do you think it will be a little too much? Don’t forget to share your thoughts with us.







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(http://wccftech.com/download-google-play-store-apk-6-2-10/#ixzz3zqcMl91G)Gmail Android notifications bug fix rolling out this week


Gmail notifications on Android have seen significant delays for about three months, and now the issue is finally being fixed.

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Google Nexus Community Manager "Orrin" said on Monday that a fix had begun to roll out and that all users would see it by the end of the week. The fix won't be made through a patch, which makes it difficult to know when it's working, but we digress. The issue is said to primarily affect Nexus users on Marshmallow, but reports with other configurations have surfaced, too.







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http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50291/gmail-android-notifications-bug-fix-rolling-week/index.html


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[Jorge-Vieira]

Chrome for Android will soon let you interact with nearby Bluetooth beacons



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Google has announced (http://blog.chromium.org/2016/02/the-physical-web-expands-to-chrome-for_10.html) that - starting with version 49 - Chrome for Android will support physical web content. The feature enables users who opt in to interact with bluetooth beacons found in public places such as shops, cinemas, and stadiums.
Chrome for iOS users have been able to see physical web devices using a widget since last July (http://blog.chromium.org/2015/07/exploring-physical-web-with-chrome-for.html), but now the feature is finally coming to the Android version. The update will start in the beta channel, but it will eventually roll out to everyone.
When a user approaches a beacon they will get a push notification asking if they want to enable the physical web and interact with it. Chrome will also list all nearby beacons.
Google describes the physical web as “an extension of the web into the physical world so you can walk up and interact with any device, from a lost dog collar to a zipCar, all without installing an application first. Every smart device links to a web page so things can offer simple information, like a phone number, or more complex interactions like unlocking a car door.”
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The technology has a variety of uses, such as helping people find their way around conventions (there were 1500 of these beacons in place at this year’s CES) and distributing notes in schools. Google is also pushing the physical web as a quick and easy way to pay parking meters.
It can also be used to inform customers of certain promotions when they enter stores, so there will probably be times when you'll want to disable the feature.
Check out the video below to discover more about the physical web and its uses.


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Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/63788-chrome-android-soon-you-interact-nearby-bluetooth-beacons.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Closing Google Play For Education (http://www.hardocp.com/news/2016/02/16/google_closing_play_for_education/)

According to this article, Google is discontinuing Play for Education (http://www.zdnet.com/article/google-closing-google-play-for-education-to-focus-on-chromebooks-in-schools/). The company has pledged to continue to support Google Play for Education customers and the devices that they have purchased until the end-of-life date of their tablets.



Google is closing its Play for Education product, a small segment of the Play store and the company's booming educational initiatives. "As of March 14 or later, Google will no longer sell Google Play for Education licenses. We're committed to providing schools with the best-in-class tools for the classroom, including Chromebooks, which are the #1 selling device in US K-12 education, and a strong and growing ecosystem of educational apps."



Noticia:
http://www.hardocp.com/news/2016/02/16/google_closing_play_for_education#.VsQ9UuZv4vc

[Jorge-Vieira]

Lightroom For Android Updated To Shoot RAW Photos And More

~Adobe’s Lightroom for iOS got an update last year that included split toning and haze removal. Now the same features have been moved over to Android in an attempt to bring the app up to date with iOS. Apart from the aforesaid features, Adobe has also added an additional feature in Lightroom for Android that transcends it ahead of its iOS counterpart.
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Shoot RAW Photos With Lightroom For Android The feature is an interesting addition in the Android Lightroom app as it allows users to shoot RAW photos from within the app in its specific DNG format. Even though the feature won’t be available on every smartphone, you will be able to experience it in the recent Android smartphones. Basically, Adobe made sure that its Lightroom app comes on par with the iOS app, ultimately ended adding an extra feature that iOS does not have. Nonetheless, there is a reason why Adobe did not add shooting RAW photos on the iPhone.
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Since the release of Android Lollipop, Google has allowed shooting RAW photos with smartphones. On the other hand, iOS does not allow RAW files to be saved via third-party camera apps. Henceforth, Adobe cannot enable this feature on the iPhone due to restrictions.
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Shooting RAW photos with Lightroom is way more productive for photographers. This is because the files have not been compressed and the image quality has not been sacrificed at all. This allows photographers or others to use the Lightroom editor in order to work with the complete set of data given to the sensor. Ultimately, this provides users with the utmost flexibility while editing photos.
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However, shooting RAW photos from Android smartphones also come with a caveat that might make you think otherwise. Typically, RAW files take a lot of storage space, more than JPEGs. So even if the idea of shooting RAW photos from the Lightroom app is crazy good, some of you might dismantle your plans on using it. Nonetheless, it is still a must have feature for all of those who either have smartphones with ample storage space or for those who simply don’t care how much space the RAW files take.
So if you’re trying to make the most of the scene, the RAW photo shooting is your thing. So do give this feature a whirl. As for now, does the availability of shooting RAW photos appeal to you? Share our thoughts with us in the comments section.
Download Lightroom (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.lrmobile&hl=en) For Android







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http://wccftech.com/lightroom-android-updated-shoot-raw-photos/#ixzz40yhjLMZ7

[Jorge-Vieira]

72 hours after installing a new app, 77% of users won't use it again


According to an article published by Silicon Valley analyst Andrew Chen, most people are the same as me - they install an app, and most of the time they don't use it after a few days.

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Chen reports that an average app loses 77% of its users within 72 hours, and after a month, 90% of them stop using the app altogether. After the 3-month mark, just 5% continue to use the app. These figures would strike directly into the hearts of app creators as their biggest hurdle is getting users to continue using their apps - not just past the 3-month/90-day mark, but.. well... forever.

The data used was from over 125 million smartphones, with the apps in his report available from the Google Play Store, with each app having over 10,000 downloads. Chen didn't use any Google apps for the study, either.






Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50897/72-hours-installing-new-app-77-users-use-again/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Facebook Messenger Material design rolling out on Android today (http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50914/facebook-messenger-material-design-rolling-android/index.html)

The new Google Material design for Facebook Messenger on Android has been revealed. As you can see, it's much cleaner than what's in use currently, and features a 'new conversation' button.


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"If you're using Messenger on Android, you've been wanting a brand new material design for a bit," says Vice President of Messaging Products at Facebook David Marcus. "Any major redesign of an essential app used by hundreds of millions of people around the world is painstakingly hard, and that's why we took every precaution to ensure you'd truly enjoy this evolution."

The fresh look will start rolling out approximately... now, if not later today.




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/50914/facebook-messenger-material-design-rolling-android/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Now you can plan and book an entire vacation using Google's new mobile search engine feature


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Google is launching a new feature for mobile that aims to make planning a trip or vacation a whole lot easier. With ‘Destinations on Google (https://googleblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/new-ways-to-plan-your-vacation-while-on.html),’ you can pick where to go, book dates, organize accommodation, and even check out popular itineraries from previous visitors.
The Destinations feature has been slowly arriving over the last few weeks. It is triggered by certain mobile Google searches, such as “European destinations.” If you want to find a location based on specific activities, you can search for terms like “Colorado Skiing” or “New Zealand Hiking.”
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The feature will also appear when searching for a specific country, state, city, or other destination.
When you select a city from those presented in the grid, you’ll be shown a slew of information regarding the location, which includes algorithm-based and editorially curated highlights and itinerary suggestions. From here, you can find out what are the hottest and most popular months, the various cultural sites and activities, when the cheapest flights are available, and all the possible hotels you can stay in.
Once you decide on your destination, Google lets you tailor your travel details. After you set the date and pick the airline, you’ll be sent to the appropriate website to make the actual booking.
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There are currently 201 cities worldwide that are covered by Destinations, but more will be added as time goes on.
Google said that part of the reason it introduced Destinations was because of the mobile platform’s 50 percent spike in travel-related questions last year. Quite how many people will be willing to use the feature to actually book a ticket, as opposed to using a desktop, remains to be seen. But even if you don’t want to pay for your vacation with Destinations on Google, it's still a great mobile feature for investigating future trip locations.
Check out the video below to see more of Destinations on Google.


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Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/64041-now-you-can-plan-book-entire-vacation-using.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

If You Want To Run The Same App Twice, App Cloner Is What You Need

You know you cannot download the same application twice from Google’s Play Store. While some apps have support for multiple accounts, like Facebook Messenger and Instagram, others are restricted to only one. This may lead users to either sign out and log in with a different account or make use of another device. However, running modded APKs is another way of running the same app twice, but there are certain risks associated with it, as the source is unknown and potential errors and viruses could easily harm your device. With that said, if you want to run the same app twice, we have just the app which will allow you to do so.
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Install And Run Two Same Apps At The Same Time Using App Cloner App Cloner solves this dilemma by letting you clone an app and install its duplicate on your smartphone. Not just that, the app also enables you to modify the body and brains of the app. You can choose how a specific app’s body double behaves and looks like. You can rename it to your need and change the icon of the app itself to differentiate it from the original.
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Some users might not get the utility derived from owning two same apps in a single place. For instance, if you’re running more than one Facebook account, signing out and then signing back in to a different account is quite a cumbersome task and takes away most of your time. If you’re into smartphone games, you can have two different progresses for the same game. However, the most common use of the app would be to run two accounts simultaneously.
READ Skype 6.4 Updated With Conversation Management Tools On Android Wear
(http://wccftech.com/skype-64-updated-conversation-management-tools-android-wear/)
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Personally, App Cloner did work for me as I have two Facebook accounts, a personal one and the other for work. Previously, whenever I tried to switch between these two accounts, the purpose died in-between. With App Cloner, all I have to do is open the app that carries my interest and it works perfectly fine.
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If you think the clone app would intervene with system software, you can always hide the app from the app drawer. Moreover, you can also prevent it from setting as the default app when opening various links. So you don’t have to worry about the app intercepting or coinciding with the original app. You have the option available to remove the clone’s widgets and even lock the orientation to landscape or portrait. You can even password protect it and restrict permissions as well. basically, App Cloner has got you covered on any major aspect of control.
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As helpful as the app may seem, there were several locations where the app failed to deliver its purpose. For instance, you cannot clone an app that uses Google Play Services, like Google Chrome. Moreover, some clone apps would force close themselves as soon as I opened them. However, the issues are imminent and bound to happen, but they don’t pop-up on every clone app. The results of the app may vary as per an individual’s use.
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You can download the App Cloner from the Play Store for free. However, it is limited to a very few options. To unlock all of its features, the app has $3.99 worth of in-app purchases. Purchasing these IAPs would allow you to play with different kinds of settings and modify the app according to your preferences. Since the app does what Google doesn’t want it to, there are chances that it might be removed from the Play Store. If it does, you can download the APK file from here (http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/applisto/app-cloner/app-cloner-1-2-1-release/app-cloner-1-2-1-android-apk-download/).
READ Facebook Is Launching A New Personalized Tab For Notifications Soon
(http://wccftech.com/facebook-launching-personalized-tab-notifications/)
App Cloner is definitely a very useful app at times of need and could save a lot of time from switching between different accounts. Have you ever felt the need to have two same apps running at the same time? Which apps would you clone? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.
Download App Cloner (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.applisto.appcloner&referrer=utm_source%3D42matters.com%26utm_medium%3 DWidgetWeb) From Play Store







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http://wccftech.com/if-you-want-to-run-the-same-app-twice-app-cloner-is-what-you-need/#ixzz43St7DAIV

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Photos can now automatically suggest new albums based on your best photos, videos


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Snapping photos is one of the best ways to remember a family vacation or a weekend getaway with your friends. Perhaps you shared a few images on social media with the intent of creating a proper album but simply never got around to organizing and selecting your favorites. The photos ultimately remain on your device and eventually, you forget about them.
Google wants to make sure those memories (http://www.techspot.com/article/1016-owning-real-camera-matters/) don't get lost in the clutter.


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A new update (https://googleblog.blogspot.com/2016/03/smarter-photo-albums-without-work.html) to Google Photos (http://www.techspot.com/news/60818-google-photos-offers-unlimited-free-photo-video-storage.html) seeks to remedy the situation by automatically curating the best photos and images and sorting them into an album for you. Google Photos will also add in maps that show how far you traveled and even pins to highlight places you stopped. Users can of course customize what goes into an album (add or delete a map, for example) and add additional photos that might not have made the automated cut.
Naturally, you'll be able to add in captions and even enable collaboration so others from the trip can add their images to the bunch.
The search giant unveiled Google Photos at last year's I/O conference alongside Android Marshmallow (http://www.techspot.com/news/60817-android-m-officially-unveiled-google-io.html). The service relies heavily on machine learning and intelligence, allowing it to automatically sort images by days, months and years in addition to being able to sort by people, places and things.
Google says the new album experience is rolling out as we speak on Android, iOS and the web.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/64204-google-photos-can-now-automatically-suggest-new-albums.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

YouTube Connect Livestreaming App Is Reportedly Google's Answer To Periscope


One of the newest fads in mobile (http://hothardware.com/tags/mobile) is live streaming. The idea itself isn't brand new, but with Twitter (http://hothardware.com/tags/twitter) (via Periscope) and Facebook both pushing live streaming (http://hothardware.com/news/facebook-interrupts-periscopes-regular-broadcasting-with-is-own-live-streaming-offering) functionality, users are taking notice and jumping on board. The same goes for Google (http://hothardware.com/tags/google), which is building a live streaming app of its own called YouTube Connect.

You're not supposed to know about YouTube Connect just yet. It hasn't been officially announced and Google isn't keen on commenting on the subject. Nevertheless, VentureBeat caught wind of the project through "a source close to the matter" and shared some of the details of YouTube Connect, details that could change by the time it ships.


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As it stands now, YouTube Connect isn't all that different from Periscope and Facebook Live. To live stream whatever it is you want to share with the world you simply log into YouTube Connect using your Google or YouTube account. While in there, you can chat with and tag other people, and there's also a news feed that shows clips from friends and your YouTube subscriptions.

While you can certainly watch live streams from within the app, having it installed isn't required. The same live streaming content will be available on YouTube as well. If you have the app, you can store streams that have already been broadcasted, giving YouTube Connect a neat replay aspect to fool around with.

One thing that will be missing from YouTube Connect at launch is the ability to integrate live streams with Facebook or Twitter. Given the massive audiences on both sites, Google would be wise to address that shortcoming sooner than later.



Noticia:
http://hothardware.com/news/youtube-connect-livestreaming-app-googles-answer-to-periscope#qFFmqc5lYzexQROT.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Makes Its Photo Tools Free To Everyone (http://www.hardocp.com/news/2016/03/25/google_makes_its_photo_tools_free_to_everyone/)

If you've put off using Google's photo editing tools because of the $150 price tag, I have good news for you (https://plus.google.com/+NikCollection/posts/AFGsG2Di7EK). Not only are the tools free now, anyone that bought the tools in 2016 will get a full refund.



Photo enthusiasts all over the world use the Nik Collection to get the best out of their images every day. As we continue to focus our long-term investments in building incredible photo editing tools for mobile, including Google Photos and Snapseed, we’ve decided to make the Nik Collection desktop suite available for free, so that now anyone can use it.



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http://www.hardocp.com/news/2016/03/25/google_makes_its_photo_tools_free_to_everyone#.VvW iK3pv7ug

[Jorge-Vieira]

Periscope turns one, celebrates more than 200 million broadcasts


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Periscope (http://www.techspot.com/news/63445-you-can-now-watch-periscope-broadcasts-without-leaving.html), the live video streaming app from Twitter, recently celebrated its one year anniversary. As outlined in a brief post on Medium (https://medium.com/@periscope/year-one-81c4c625f5bc#.9hjuz3wck), Periscope has come a long way since its debut.
As of today, more than 200 million broadcasts have been created. If that doesn’t impress, perhaps the fact that over 110 years of live video are watched every day will. That’s up from 40 years of live video each day back in August (https://medium.com/@periscope/periscope-by-the-numbers-6b23dc6a1704#.2xi238ti6).
Periscope owes much of its success to pioneers that blazed the trail before it.
A decade ago, sites like Justin.tv and Ustream introduced and somewhat popularized the concept of lifecasting. Back then, broadcasting live on the go meant you need to haul around a webcam and a laptop computer with a connection to a “speedy” wireless network like Sprint’s EVDO network. The concept was still new but some people, like Justine "iJustine (http://ijustine.com/)" Ezarik, leveraged the platform to develop a devout legion of fans which helped to springboard her career.
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Several years later, Twitch (a spin-off of Justin.tv) arrived with a focus on gaming. The idea that other people would want to sit around and watch strangers play video games is still baffling but as we now know, the concept is wildly popular and has directly led to the creation of similar platforms like YouTube Gaming (http://www.techspot.com/news/62443-updated-youtube-gaming-supports-mobile-streaming-becomes-little.html).
These days, Periscope users have it easy as smartphones are now powerful enough – and equipped with decent enough cameras – to serve as their own streaming platforms, bolstered of course by fast 4G LTE wireless networks. Oh, and let’s not forget to thank Meerkat (http://www.techspot.com/news/60176-twitter-launches-periscope-thanks-meerkat-building-hype-around.html) for popularizing the modern-day live broadcasting genre before Periscope jumped in.



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/64247-periscope-turns-one-celebrates-more-than-200-million.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

You Could Pay For Things With Your Facebook Messenger App Soon

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Facebook let you send money to friends through the Facebook Messenger app at the moment, but you could end up being able to spend money in the messenger app as well with some news that the messenger could soon have in-store purchases.
The new feature would be included in a variety of updates and new features that could soon be making their way to the Messenger app. As a result details are scarce, but from what we can gather Facebook’s app would let you pay for goods in person, meaning it would offer the same mobile payments that Android (http://www.eteknix.com/android-pay-coming-uk/), Apple (http://www.eteknix.com/apple-pay-now-live-uk/) and Samsung (http://www.eteknix.com/samsung-pay-users-best-avoid-rooting-phones/) currently offer.
Alongside the payment feature, there is a reference to “secret conversations”, ending unfortunately at just a reference. Initial speculation states this could be a way to hide conversations within the app or even a higher form of encryption that rival apps like WhatsApp offer. The latter would make sense given the current global focus on information security and privacy.
With code further referencing syncing calendars and selective streaming of news feed statuses to groups of friends, the ability to organise and control who sees what could see the app become a go-to for organising your day-to-day life. With no official word yet we have to take these with a pinch of salt, but the payment sending ability was hinted at in a similar fashion months before Facebook officially announced it.
Would you store your payment details on Facebook? How about organising your everyday life with Facebook’s calendars?



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/you-could-pay-for-things-with-your-facebook-messenger-app-soon/

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Calculator hits the Play Store (http://www.tweaktown.com/news/51367/google-calculator-hits-play-store/index.html)

Google's excellent Calculator app is now available on the Play Store, so you can replace less pretty options like the Samsung Calculator with it, if you don't have the former installed by default.


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As you'd expect, it supports basic calculations, but also trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions.

As a bonus, an Android Wear Calculator is bundled into the app, so you can make calculations on the go on your smartwatch.

Hit the source or the Play Store app to download.




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/51367/google-calculator-hits-play-store/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google removes an app created by the Taliban from the Play Store


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While the technological capabilities of ISIS have been widely reported (http://www.techspot.com/news/63545-google-isis-must-forced-off-open-web-defeat.html), it now seems that the Taliban is expanding its reach into the online world. An app created by the Islamic fundamentalist group was discovered on the Play Store late last week, but was quickly removed by Google.
The Pashto language app, called Alemarah, included official statements and videos from the Taliban. It was the first application to come from the group, and was “part of our advanced technological efforts to make more global audience," according to Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahed.
The app was discovered and reported on Friday by the SITE Intelligence Group (https://ent.siteintelgroup.com/), a non-governmental counterterrorism organization. Google removed it soon after for violating the company’s policy that states apps are not allowed to “advocate against groups of people based on their race or ethnic origin, religion, disability, gender, age, nationality, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.”
"Our policies are designed to provide a great experience for users and developers. That's why we remove apps from Google Play that violate those policies," Google said in a statement.
Mujahed claimed the app’s disappearance is due to “technical issues,” and that he expects it to return to the Google Play store soon.
Much like Islamic State, the Taliban has quite a noticeable online presence. The group has a website that is run in five languages and numerous social media accounts. It also uses the encrypted messaging service Telegram, which previously blocked (http://www.techspot.com/news/62843-encrypted-messenger-app-telegram-blocks-dozens-isis-related.html) dozens of ISIS-related channels.
"The app will help Taliban to further psychologically weaken Afghanistan by their propaganda reports,” Jawid Kohistani, an independent Kabul-based security analyst, told Bloomberg (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-04-02/taliban-develops-smartphone-app-to-advance-propaganda-efforts).



Noticia:
http://www.techspot.com/news/64318-google-removes-app-created-taliban-play-store.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Google Play icons get a new look (http://www.tweaktown.com/news/51455/google-play-icons-new-look/index.html)

Google has taken the liberty of refreshing its Play icon library, including Google Play, Play Store, Play Movies & TV, Play Music, Play Games, Play Books, Play Newsstand. Part of the aim, it says, is to achieve a uniform look across its apps, and that's certainly evident with the results.


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The refresh will make its way across devices and the web over the coming weeks.




Noticia:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/51455/google-play-icons-new-look/index.html

[Jorge-Vieira]

Facebook Wields Artificial Intelligence To Help Blind Users ‘See’ Photos


Facebook (http://hothardware.com/tags/facebook) is rolling out a new feature today that will help people who are blind or otherwise visually impaired know what's contained in a photograph. The feature is called automatic alternative text (or automatic alt text), and it's job is to audibly describe various elements contained in a photo, such as the number of people, objects in the background, and so forth.

Photos are an integral part of the online experience, particularly social networks (http://hothardware.com/tags/social-networks). Each day, people share over 2 billion photos across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. While the majority of users are able to view them, Facebook notes there are more than 39 million people who are blind, and over 246 million with a severe visual impairment.


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"We want to build technology that helps the blind community experience Facebook the same way others enjoy it," Facebook said. "That's why today we're introducing automatic alternative text."

Facebook is essentially training its PCs to recognize objects and then describe them to people. The underlying technology is based on a neural network that has billions of parameters and millions of examples to tap into. It's an artificial intelligence (http://hothardware.com/tags/artificial-intelligence) scheme that gets smarter and more capable with time.


"Before today, people using screen readers would only hear the name of the person who shared the photo, followed by the term 'photo' when they came upon an image in News Feed. Now we can offer a richer description of what’s in a photo thanks to automatic alt text. For instance, someone could now hear, 'Image may contain three people, smiling, outdoors,'" Facebook explains.

Automatic alt text is launching first on iOS screen readers set to English. Over time, Facebook expand the feature to include other languages and platforms.



Vero video:
http://hothardware.com/news/facebook-artificial-intelligence-help-blind-see-photos#DcVQSOBgYT1EcUx9.99

[Jorge-Vieira]

Following Apple-FBI Battle, WhatsApp Offers End-to-End Encryption to Its 1 Billion Users

The battle over encryption between Apple and the FBI (http://wccftech.com/fbi-no-longer-needs-apple-to-hack-into-the-iphone/) may have come to an abrupt halt after a third-party helped (http://wccftech.com/israels-cellebrite-reportedly-helping-fbi-unlock-the-iphone/) the FBI in unlocking an iPhone, but the debate over privacy, encryption and security has only intensified. For years, the law enforcement agencies and governments have tried to pressurize the tech companies (http://wccftech.com/fbi-hates-google-and-apple-for-encryption/) into handing over the data, something that neither received user approval nor a nod from the activist corners. Finding themselves in a tight corner, major tech companies like Apple and Google decided to offer encryption to the user – a new system where even the companies themselves can’t access the content.
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WhatsApp encryption battle about to start? In the latest and possibly the biggest such attempt, WhatsApp has announced that all the messages, phone calls, photos, and videos sent over its messaging app will be encrypted end-to-end (http://wccftech.com/whatsapp-end-to-end-encryption-on-android/).

“I don’t really want to be in the business of observing conversations,” he (Brian Acton) says, adding that people were constantly asking the company for full encryption. “This is something our users wanted. Maybe not your average mom in middle America, but people on a worldwide basis.”
This is bigger than what Apple is doing because the messaging app is currently being used by over a billion of devices, from Android to iOS to S60 phones. End-to-end encryption essentially means that the governments all over the world will have no means to access any communications done using WhatsApp, and the company itself won’t be able to help them either. WhatsApp already offers end-to-end encryption, but has never offered a complete solution that encompasses over all the platforms and all types of communications. Previously, WhatsApp has complied with court orders to release information from its servers.
WhatsApp Has Finalized Video Calling Feature and a New Tabbed Design - Leaked Screenshots



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While many from the government have tried to push for a system where companies, while offering encryption to their users, also create a backdoor in their systems and services, thereby weakening their own services, tech companies seem to stay strong on their goal of focusing on user privacy.

“Slipping a backdoor into an encrypted service would defeat the purpose: you might as well not encrypt it at all. A backdoor would just open the service to abuse by both government and hackers.”
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“I think this is politicians, in some ways, using these terrible acts to advance their agendas,” he (Koum) says. “If the White House thinks that Twitter can solve their ISIS problem, they’ve got (a lot of problems).”
“WhatsApp runs on an incredible number of mobile platforms, so full deployment will be an incremental process,” company had said when it started offering (http://wccftech.com/whatsapp-end-to-end-encryption-on-android/) end-to-end encryption on Android a year back. Acquired by Facebook in 2014, Jan Koum, the founder of the messaging app, had made it clear that WhatsApp will continue to work independently (http://wccftech.com/facebook-whatsapp-deal/). However, the latest decision definitely received approval from the parent company. “If they (Facebook) were not supportive of us, we wouldn’t be here today,” Koum said in an interview to Wired (http://www.wired.com/2016/04/forget-apple-vs-fbi-whatsapp-just-switched-encryption-billion-people/). WhatsApp’s co-founder Brian Acton also talked about why it is necessary to offer encryption:

Building secure products actually makes for a safer world, (though) many people in law enforcement may not agree with that,” says Acton.
With encryption, Acton explains, anyone can conduct business or talk to a doctor without worrying about eavesdroppers. With encryption, he says, you can even be a whistleblower—and not worry.
The debate around the balance between security and privacy will continue to intensify in the coming years, as more tech companies join this battle. In a world where no tech service is limited to serving an “average mom in middle America,” it will be tricky even for the sake of “national security” to create a backdoor in order to help some specific governments.
The update to WhatsApp is rolling out to all the platforms, including iOS, Android and Windows Phone.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/whatsapp-encryption-now-rolled-out-to-all-platforms/#ixzz451k6E2R8

[Jorge-Vieira]

Transfer Photos And Videos Across Platforms Without Any Hustle

iOS and Android are two different operating systems that work fluidly in their own respective ecosystem. With iOS, you have AirDrop to transfer photos and videos on another iOS device. On the other hand, Android uses Android Beam to send and receive photos from another device. However, it is really cumbersome and annoying to transfer photos from an iOS device to an Android device or vice versa. If you’re someone like me who uses both of these operating systems, there’s an easy way to swipe your photos from one OS to another.
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Transfer Photos From iOS To Android With FotoSwipe FotoSwipe is a brand new app for both, iOS and Android that transfers your photos from one device to another. While there may be plenty of other apps on the market for this specific functionality, FotoSwipe does it way better with a wee bit of intuitiveness. The app is not restricted to the mobile platform, it can also send and receive photos from a computer.
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For now, let’s just focus on FotoSwipe for iOS and Android. Once you install the app on your iOS and Android device. The procedure to send and receive photos is relatively simple and fun. Once the app is installed, launch it and let it access your photos. Simply swipe your photo to the right edge of the screen to send it. On the other phone, you must tap on the ”Tap to Receive” button to get it. This is it. You can send videos as well as multiple files using the same procedure. Check out the video below for more details.
Lara Croft GO For iOS Gets An August 27 Release Date



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If you wish to send files to a computer from your smartphone, head to the FotoSwipe website (http://fotoswipe.com/) on your PC and launch the app on your device. You will be prompted with a Pairing Code once you swipe your photo to share. The Pairing Code will mark the authentication of the device that you’re sending a file to. After a short while, your file will appear on your computer in the browser’s download folder. It’s this simple.
Sending and receiving photos across different devices has never been this simple. If you have your location enabled on both of your phones, you will not be prompted a Pairing Code otherwise it will. FotoSwipe requires minimum setup and the procedure is fairly simple. At times of need, the app does a wonderful job in transferring photos across devices. FotoSwipe is available as a free download for both iOS and Android.
Have you ever felt the need to transfer photos from iOS to Android? If yes, will you be giving this app a whirl? Share your thoughts in the comments.


Download FotoSwipe For Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fotoswipe.android)







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/transfer-photos-and-videos-across-platforms-without-any-hustle/#ixzz453sofIkf

[Jorge-Vieira]

Facebook Is Getting A New Video Tab For Live Video Broadcast

It looks like Facebook wasn’t kidding when it told the world about a live video streaming integration within its application. The move is to take on the Twitter-owned Periscope and YouTube’s live streaming service. Today, Facebook announced an upcoming update for its iOS and Android app that would focus primarily on videos, both recorded and live. It seems that the addition of a dedicated video tab will replace the Messenger tab in the Facebook app.
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Facebook To Introduce Live Video Broadcast Very Soon The forthcoming video tab will allow users to live stream videos of their friends and the pages that they have liked. You might have come across various live videos from pages and people, Facebook is now working to accumulate them and pile them up in a single tab so you have an easy access. Live video is not the only thing that Facebook is working on. The company is also looking forward to enhancing its live video tools. Moreover, you will also be able to share a specific live broadcast to a group. This way your group won’t miss out on an event that they were invited on but couldn’t make it.
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Fidji Simo, the product management director of Facebook said, “We really believe that the future is going to be more immersive, and video is a big part of that.” The live tab will encompass different sections for the broadcasts happening in the world. You will also be given the option to search videos based on their topics. Currently, the tab is rolling out to a small number of users, however, the scale would widen in the coming days.
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Microsoft's Word Flow Keyboard Is Coming To iPhone



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There are tons of features that users would adhere to while watching a live broadcast. You can obviously make live comments, but the inclusion of sharing reactions is pretty handy. You will also have the availability to add filters to a broadcast as per your preferences and taste. It will definitely be a step further for Facebook to make social networking more immersive.
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To judge how hard Facebook is working on pushing its live video broadcast into action, we also hear that the company is signing deals with publishers to produce specific amount of videos on a monthly bases. This act by the company could open new doors to the live video streaming in Facebook. There are innumerable other features part of the upcoming update, which would probably roll out gradually in the coming days.
This is it for now, folks. What do you think about the upcoming video tab in Facebook? Are you planning to live stream your own videos once it’s here? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Source (http://newsroom.fb.com/news/2016/04/introducing-new-ways-to-create-share-and-discover-live-video-on-facebook/)







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/facebook-video-tab-live-video-broadcast/#ixzz454ufWykp

[Jorge-Vieira]

Download The Official Reddit App For iOS, Android – Direct Links

You can now download the official Reddit app for iPhone, iPad, Android devices from the App Store and Google Play Store.
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The Official Reddit App For iOS And Android Has Arrived! Reddit has a massive online presence and touts itself as the ‘front page of the internet.’ But sadly, the community hasn’t had a proper mobile presence lately, with many users forced to make do with third-party clients on mobile to get their fill of Reddit. The only official presence Reddit did have on mobile was through an app called ‘Alien Blue’ for iOS, which, quite frankly, offered a mediocre experience at best. But today, all of that changes, as Reddit has flipped the switch and has released its ‘true’ official apps for both iOS and Android.
On the design front, the app looks amazing to say the least and gets the job done in a lot of ways. But of course, since this is the first ever release of the iOS and Android app, therefore users should expect a few things out of place, which will of course be taken care of as we progress into the future.
On the features end, expect a lot of things from the Reddit app.
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• Browse all of Reddit, wherever you are
• Search and discover communities by topic or interest
• Submit your own comments, images, links, and stories for others to view and discuss
• Customize Reddit with themes (including night theme)
• View in either compact view or card view
• Stay up to date with your orangereds with Inbox: messages, comment replies, post replies, and mentions.
That’s not all – if you sign into the Reddit app using your account, you will get three months of Reddit Gold absolutely free. That’s one reason to download the app on your mobile device right away, and if you’re Reddit user, then we’re sure you can’t deny that offer one bit.
How To Mute Instagram Users On iPhone Without Blocking Them



(http://wccftech.com/mute-instagram-users-iphone/)
For iOS users, the Reddit app is compatible with iPhones only for now. You will be able to install the app on an iPad without any fuss, but everything will be scaled up for the larger display. Nothing will run in the native resolution until or unless Reddit adds official support for it, which we’re certain will arrive at a certain point in time in the future.
If you want to download Reddit on your iOS device right now then simply tap on this link (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/reddit-the-official-app/id1064216828). Android users, on the other hand, can go here (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.reddit.frontpage).
Be sure to let us know in the comments section what you think about the official Reddit app.







Noticia:
http://wccftech.com/download-official-reddit-app-ios-android/#ixzz458xOpBr3

[Jorge-Vieira]

ShakeSpeak Keyboard Lets You Write Like Shakespeare

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In the modern world, communication has often been reduced to abbreviations that represent words and a vast collection of emotive images, which is a far cry from the language used by Shakespeare and other famous linguists. Now you can add a little culture to your messaging and find out what the world would have been like if Shakespeare had a smartphone with the latest new keyboard from SwiftKey, ShakeSpeak.
The reason why SwiftKey have decided to release such as niche smartphone keyboard in order to celebrate the upcoming 400th anniversary of the Bard’s death on the 23rd of April. ShakeSpeak makes use of the powerful predictive tools that have made SwiftKey keyboards popular in order to transform your everyday messages into something that sounds like it came straight out of the 17th century England. During the analysis of his works, a number of trademark words, phrases and expressions were identified, which will appear when you make use of this keyboard.
This may simply be a tribute project, but it is interesting to see how modern technologies such as machine learning and text prediction can act when trained on more old-fashioned linguistic styles. If you fancy sounding more like you belong 4 centuries back, ShakeSpeak can be found on the Play Store (http://www.pcworld.com/article/3053485/android/swiftkeys-new-shakespeak-keyboard-helps-you-write-like-the-bard.html).



Noticia:
http://www.eteknix.com/shakespeak-keyboard-lets-you-write-like-shakespeare/

[jotinha17]

Já é possivel jogar CS1.6 nos smartphones Android, alguém já testou ? Já estou a imaginar os próximos torneios deste jogo :D

http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/sdlash3d/cs16client/cs16client-1-01-release/ (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.StudioOnMars.CSPortable)

[Viriat0]

LOL se isto pega tá tudo fd$#!!

[Sonas]

Já tem 10 milhões de downloads dasseee.

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