Saturday, August 31, 2013
Samsung Galaxy S4 wireless charging kit unleashed
The Samsung Galaxy S4 has just added yet another string to its bow with the official Samsung Galaxy S4 wireless charging expansion kit now available for purchase.
Announced alongside the handset at the S4’s New York based unveiling back in March, the Samsung Galaxy S4 wireless charging expansion kit sees a special inductive charging enabled battery cover replace the device’s original rear panel, allowing the phone to work with Qi wireless charging bases.
“Go totally wireless with the Galaxy S4 Wireless Battery Cover,” the company’s official product listing states. Samsung has added that the S4 wireless charging kit “easily installs, replacing your existing battery door to allow on-the-fly, cable-free charging with any Qi-enabled charger base.”
Ridding you of pesky cables, Samsung has claimed the S4 wireless charging expansion kit will see the HTC One and iPhone 5 rival work with any Qi-enabled charger base, with the typical charging session taking between three and four hours.
Adding to the handset’s standard 7.9mm thick, 130g form factor, Samsung has stated: “The wireless charging cover adds minimal bulk to your device.” The South Korean manufacturer added: “Keep in mind that due to a slight addition of bulk, some case options may not fit optimally. Cannot be used with Samsung Flip Covers or the Protective Cover.”
Currently available only to US based S4 owners, the Samsung Galaxy S4 wireless charging kit costs $90 (£57.73).
Samsung Galaxy S4 Features
A true powerhouse of the smartphone scene, the Samsung Galaxy S4 runs a speedy 1.9GHs quad-core processor alongside Google’s Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean OS.
Packing in a 13-megapixel rear-mounted camera alongside a second, 2-megapixel forward-facing snapper, the Samsung Galaxy S4 specs sheet sees 2GB of RAM and a 5-inch Super AMOLED 1080p Full HD display included alongside the company’s trademark TouchWiz UI.
Playing host to all manner of innovative software features, the S4 is bolstered by the eye tracking Smart Pause and Smart Scroll capabilities as well as Dual Shot camera capabilities and the touch-free Air View and Air Gesture.
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Announced alongside the handset at the S4’s New York based unveiling back in March, the Samsung Galaxy S4 wireless charging expansion kit sees a special inductive charging enabled battery cover replace the device’s original rear panel, allowing the phone to work with Qi wireless charging bases.
“Go totally wireless with the Galaxy S4 Wireless Battery Cover,” the company’s official product listing states. Samsung has added that the S4 wireless charging kit “easily installs, replacing your existing battery door to allow on-the-fly, cable-free charging with any Qi-enabled charger base.”
Ridding you of pesky cables, Samsung has claimed the S4 wireless charging expansion kit will see the HTC One and iPhone 5 rival work with any Qi-enabled charger base, with the typical charging session taking between three and four hours.
Adding to the handset’s standard 7.9mm thick, 130g form factor, Samsung has stated: “The wireless charging cover adds minimal bulk to your device.” The South Korean manufacturer added: “Keep in mind that due to a slight addition of bulk, some case options may not fit optimally. Cannot be used with Samsung Flip Covers or the Protective Cover.”
Currently available only to US based S4 owners, the Samsung Galaxy S4 wireless charging kit costs $90 (£57.73).
Samsung Galaxy S4 Features
A true powerhouse of the smartphone scene, the Samsung Galaxy S4 runs a speedy 1.9GHs quad-core processor alongside Google’s Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean OS.
Packing in a 13-megapixel rear-mounted camera alongside a second, 2-megapixel forward-facing snapper, the Samsung Galaxy S4 specs sheet sees 2GB of RAM and a 5-inch Super AMOLED 1080p Full HD display included alongside the company’s trademark TouchWiz UI.
Playing host to all manner of innovative software features, the S4 is bolstered by the eye tracking Smart Pause and Smart Scroll capabilities as well as Dual Shot camera capabilities and the touch-free Air View and Air Gesture.
HTC One Mini release date news and rumours
The HTC One Mini is looking more and more likely as the rumours surrounding the handset continue to flow thick and fast.
With the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini last year, followed by the Galaxy S4 Mini this year, theres a clear market for cut price flagship smartphones.
The general rule, it seems, with these "mini" versions is they look almost identical to their big brothers but specs are slashed - quad-core becomes dual-core, full HD becomes 720p at best and cameras also take a bit of a beating.
While they may be "mini" in name, they arent exactly mini in nature with an average screen size of 4.3-inches making these handsets bigger than the iPhone 5 - so youll probably still need a decent sized pocket for the HTC One Mini.
Rumours of a One Mini handset first arose in April 2013, with early reports name checking the device as the HTC M4.
To help you get an idea of what you might be able to expect from the HTC One Mini weve rounded up all those unruly rumours into our smartphone pen for your perusal.
The trail is pretty cold when it comes to the HTC One Mini release date with no upcoming HTC event to speak of. Early reports suggesting itll arrive around the same time as the S4 mini have clearly been proven incorrect.
Bloomberg has tentatively suggested that the HTC One Mini release date may be in August, but as of yet we havent heard anything from the Taiwanese firm about a possibe event.
What we do have in the calendar however is IFA 2013 in Berlin, which could be the perfect platform for the HTC to launch its next smartphone - it might even show up alongside the HTC One Max.
If Samsungs pricing regime for its mini handsets is anything to go by then you can expect the HTC One Mini to sport a mid to high-end price tag which will see it go head-to-head with the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, Sony Xperia SP, BlackBerry Q5 and Nokia Lumia 820.
A consistency noticeable through all the various leaks weve seen so far on the HTC One Mini is the screen size.
Back in May notable phone leaker @evleaks mentioned the One Mini would sport a 4.3-inch affair with a 720p resolution, and that news seems to have held true over the past couple of months.
While the 720p display may not sound as fancy as the full HD offering on the HTC One, at the smaller size youll still be getting a decent picture - just take a look at the Galaxy S4 Mini.
When it comes to power the HTC One Mini looks pretty unlikely to sport the quad-core processor of the One, instead having to settle for a dual-core chip instead.
Later rumours pegged the One Mini as having a Qualcomm-made 1.4GHz dual-core processor, which would put it slightly below the 1.7GHz chip in the Galaxy S4 Mini.
In terms of RAM it seems the One Mini is less likely to miss out, with 2GB quoted by several different sources.
Most reports seem to point towards Android 4.2 Jelly Bean as the operating system of choice for the HTC One Mini.
Another report went one further and "confirmed" the HTC One Mini would be running Android 4.2.2, with the firms Sense overlay obviously in play too.
Its probably unlikely that well see a Google-Edition of the HTC One Mini which runs the stock version of Android, as we reckon that makeover will be reserved for flagships only.
HTC made a big song and dance about the Ultrapixel camera on the One and its low-light performance, but even the rumour mill has been pretty quiet on the snappers that may adorn the One Mini.
Its not clear whether well see the Ultrapixel shenanigans again, or if the Taiwanese firm decides to return to the more conventional megapixel setup - but apparently the One Mini will be able to record full HD video and capture Zoes with its rear camera.
You can probably expect to see a front-facing camera on the One Mini too, as this option is becoming an almost default feature nowadays - even on cheaper handsets.
The design of the HTC One Mini is expected to mirror that of the HTC One and, with that in mind, rumours that suggest itll sport the same dual front-facing speakers are likely to be accurate.
HTC may even stuff in its Boomsound technology into the One Mini alongside the Beats Audio tech which adorns all its smartphones.
Its thought that the One Mini will also carry 16GB of internal storage, but if it sports the same metallic chassis as its older brother the chance of a microSD slot being available is pretty unlikely.
That body may prove a barrier for hardcore battery fans, as the rumoured 1700mAh power pack is likely to be sealed inside the One Mini, never to see the light of day.
The trump card the HTC One Mini may hold over its Samsung rival is its premium body, with multiple reports suggesting the cut-down smartphone will inherit the metallic chassis from its big brother.
That certainly seemed to the case in an early render of the One Mini posted online by @evleaks, which showed the handset with just a few minor differences - such as the position of the flash.
A pretty blurry image then cropped up apparently showing the One Mini sitting next to the HTC One, although the quality of the snap doesnt exactly lend itself to being trustworthy.
The design was then mooted for a third time in a couple of snaps claiming to show the HTC One Mini in black, with the layout matching that of the early render.
Read more »
With the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini last year, followed by the Galaxy S4 Mini this year, theres a clear market for cut price flagship smartphones.
The general rule, it seems, with these "mini" versions is they look almost identical to their big brothers but specs are slashed - quad-core becomes dual-core, full HD becomes 720p at best and cameras also take a bit of a beating.
While they may be "mini" in name, they arent exactly mini in nature with an average screen size of 4.3-inches making these handsets bigger than the iPhone 5 - so youll probably still need a decent sized pocket for the HTC One Mini.
Rumours of a One Mini handset first arose in April 2013, with early reports name checking the device as the HTC M4.
To help you get an idea of what you might be able to expect from the HTC One Mini weve rounded up all those unruly rumours into our smartphone pen for your perusal.
HTC One Mini release date and price
The trail is pretty cold when it comes to the HTC One Mini release date with no upcoming HTC event to speak of. Early reports suggesting itll arrive around the same time as the S4 mini have clearly been proven incorrect.
Bloomberg has tentatively suggested that the HTC One Mini release date may be in August, but as of yet we havent heard anything from the Taiwanese firm about a possibe event.
What we do have in the calendar however is IFA 2013 in Berlin, which could be the perfect platform for the HTC to launch its next smartphone - it might even show up alongside the HTC One Max.
If Samsungs pricing regime for its mini handsets is anything to go by then you can expect the HTC One Mini to sport a mid to high-end price tag which will see it go head-to-head with the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, Sony Xperia SP, BlackBerry Q5 and Nokia Lumia 820.
HTC One Mini screen
A consistency noticeable through all the various leaks weve seen so far on the HTC One Mini is the screen size.
Back in May notable phone leaker @evleaks mentioned the One Mini would sport a 4.3-inch affair with a 720p resolution, and that news seems to have held true over the past couple of months.
While the 720p display may not sound as fancy as the full HD offering on the HTC One, at the smaller size youll still be getting a decent picture - just take a look at the Galaxy S4 Mini.
HTC One Mini processor
When it comes to power the HTC One Mini looks pretty unlikely to sport the quad-core processor of the One, instead having to settle for a dual-core chip instead.
Later rumours pegged the One Mini as having a Qualcomm-made 1.4GHz dual-core processor, which would put it slightly below the 1.7GHz chip in the Galaxy S4 Mini.
In terms of RAM it seems the One Mini is less likely to miss out, with 2GB quoted by several different sources.
HTC One Mini operating system
Most reports seem to point towards Android 4.2 Jelly Bean as the operating system of choice for the HTC One Mini.
Another report went one further and "confirmed" the HTC One Mini would be running Android 4.2.2, with the firms Sense overlay obviously in play too.
Its probably unlikely that well see a Google-Edition of the HTC One Mini which runs the stock version of Android, as we reckon that makeover will be reserved for flagships only.
HTC One Mini camera
HTC made a big song and dance about the Ultrapixel camera on the One and its low-light performance, but even the rumour mill has been pretty quiet on the snappers that may adorn the One Mini.
Its not clear whether well see the Ultrapixel shenanigans again, or if the Taiwanese firm decides to return to the more conventional megapixel setup - but apparently the One Mini will be able to record full HD video and capture Zoes with its rear camera.
You can probably expect to see a front-facing camera on the One Mini too, as this option is becoming an almost default feature nowadays - even on cheaper handsets.
HTC One Mini more specs
The design of the HTC One Mini is expected to mirror that of the HTC One and, with that in mind, rumours that suggest itll sport the same dual front-facing speakers are likely to be accurate.
HTC may even stuff in its Boomsound technology into the One Mini alongside the Beats Audio tech which adorns all its smartphones.
Its thought that the One Mini will also carry 16GB of internal storage, but if it sports the same metallic chassis as its older brother the chance of a microSD slot being available is pretty unlikely.
That body may prove a barrier for hardcore battery fans, as the rumoured 1700mAh power pack is likely to be sealed inside the One Mini, never to see the light of day.
HTC One Mini design
The trump card the HTC One Mini may hold over its Samsung rival is its premium body, with multiple reports suggesting the cut-down smartphone will inherit the metallic chassis from its big brother.
That certainly seemed to the case in an early render of the One Mini posted online by @evleaks, which showed the handset with just a few minor differences - such as the position of the flash.
A pretty blurry image then cropped up apparently showing the One Mini sitting next to the HTC One, although the quality of the snap doesnt exactly lend itself to being trustworthy.
The design was then mooted for a third time in a couple of snaps claiming to show the HTC One Mini in black, with the layout matching that of the early render.
Friday, August 30, 2013
Moto X phone customisation options and images leaked
Specific details of Motorolas forthcoming Moto X Android smartphone have emerged concerning its unique customisation options.
Motorola yesterday placed Moto X ads in all of the major US newspapers promising "the first smartphone that you can design yourself," but it remained a mystery exactly which elements you could personalise.
Now ABC News believes it has the answer. According to its sources, Moto X customers will be able to specify the colour of their device as well as adding an engraving to the back cover.
This will work through an online system, which will enable you to choose from a palette of different colours. Customers can specify which to use for the back case, and another for the phones trim.
In a separate report, images of the Moto Xs interchangeable back covers have leaked online through French website Nowhere Else.
Besides being able to have a name or message engraved onto the back cover, youll also be able to send in a personal picture and have it added as your default wallpaper out of the box.
The report confirmed that users wont be able to customise the internals of the phone (which was always a fanciful idea), and confirmed that it would be a "mid-range" phone.
This would appear to support the Moto X specs that were leaked last month. Apparently the phone will feature such mid-range components as a 720p display, a 1.7GHz dual-core CPU and a 10-megapixel camera.
Instead, the biggest hardware advances will come in the shape of the Moto Xs advanced sensor usage. Its suggested that users will be able to flick the phone to launch the camera app, and that the phone will be intelligent enough to know when youre driving, and will kick in the speakerphone function accordingly.
Googles recent work in voice recognition is also set to manifest itself in the Moto X.
Read more »
Motorola yesterday placed Moto X ads in all of the major US newspapers promising "the first smartphone that you can design yourself," but it remained a mystery exactly which elements you could personalise.
Now ABC News believes it has the answer. According to its sources, Moto X customers will be able to specify the colour of their device as well as adding an engraving to the back cover.
This will work through an online system, which will enable you to choose from a palette of different colours. Customers can specify which to use for the back case, and another for the phones trim.
In a separate report, images of the Moto Xs interchangeable back covers have leaked online through French website Nowhere Else.
Besides being able to have a name or message engraved onto the back cover, youll also be able to send in a personal picture and have it added as your default wallpaper out of the box.
The report confirmed that users wont be able to customise the internals of the phone (which was always a fanciful idea), and confirmed that it would be a "mid-range" phone.
This would appear to support the Moto X specs that were leaked last month. Apparently the phone will feature such mid-range components as a 720p display, a 1.7GHz dual-core CPU and a 10-megapixel camera.
Instead, the biggest hardware advances will come in the shape of the Moto Xs advanced sensor usage. Its suggested that users will be able to flick the phone to launch the camera app, and that the phone will be intelligent enough to know when youre driving, and will kick in the speakerphone function accordingly.
Googles recent work in voice recognition is also set to manifest itself in the Moto X.
Google Nexus 4 Officially Released
Without an extra event, After we all know that yesterday google have cancelled android playground event. The google event cancelled because of hurricane. And Today Google has just announced a bit of news of their new smartphone release. With this, the Nexus 4, which is built by LG the Various details about the device were already known, And we also have an official confirmation. Android is good
The Galaxy Nexus 4 comes naturally with Android 4.2 and therefore some new features are will also included to the market. Particularly noteworthy, the price will be, as the unit will cost in the 8-GB version only for 299 euros. For the 16-GB version will be 50 euros more expensive, so if you want the 16 GB you need 349 euros. The Release date of Google Nexus 4 is in the 13th November, the device is available on play store.
The Galaxy Nexus 4 comes naturally with Android 4.2 and therefore some new features are will also included to the market. Particularly noteworthy, the price will be, as the unit will cost in the 8-GB version only for 299 euros. For the 16-GB version will be 50 euros more expensive, so if you want the 16 GB you need 349 euros. The Release date of Google Nexus 4 is in the 13th November, the device is available on play store.
Features
Galaxy Nexus 4 Specification- Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 1.5 GHz quad-core CPUs Krait
- Android 4.2, Jelly Bean
- 3G (WCDMA), HSPA +
- 4.7-inch WXGA IPS True HD Plus display (1280 x 768 pixels) 320 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 2
- Memory 8GB / 16GB
- 2GB RAM
- Camera: 8.0 MP rear and 1.3-megapixel HD front
- (Permanently installed) 2,100 mAh Li-Polymer battery
- Size: 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm
- Weight 139 grams
- NFC
- Wireless charging
NEXUS 4 FROM EUR 299,00 AVAILABLE IN 13 th NOVEMBER
>> Google Nexus 4 in Google Play Store <<
Thursday, August 29, 2013
How to Unbrick Samsung Android Phones with One Click UnBrick
Here is a good news for You – A developer come up with a software called One-Click UnBrick for Samsung android phones. This small utility uses Odin to repair our Samsung phones. Almost all Samsung phones with android éclair and above can be repair with this tool (few exceptions – it is working on some Android 1.5 too)
Requirements
- Install Samsung USB Driver for Mobile Phones on the computer.
- Install Java Runtime Environment (JRE) on the computer.
- Download One-Click UnBrick tool.
Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Extract the "One-Click.jar" file using 7zip or any other extracting tool. Now you will get a "OneClick" folder.
- Copy the "OneClick.jar" file and paste it into the "OneClickheimdalloneclick esourcesHeimdallPackage" folder.
- Right-click on the "oneclickloader.exe" file and choose "Run as Administrator".
- Proceed with the installation of Heimdall.
- After the installation is complete, you will see the the One-Click UnBrick interface.
- Connect the phone to computer via USB and click on the "unsoft brick" button to recover your bricked Samsung android phone.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
How to Update Galaxy Note 8 0 LTE N5120 with Android 4 2 2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean Official Firmware
Firmware details
PDA: N5120XXCMG7
CSC: N5120BTUCMG7
MODEM: N5120XXCMG7
Version: Android 4.2.2
Built date: Jul 25, 2013
Regions: United Kingdom
The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES. However, those who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES can download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.
Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Note 8.0 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 per cent.
6. The Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 8.0 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.
File Required
1. Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean Firmware for Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120
2. Odin 3.07
Steps to Update Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 with Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Power off your phone.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 8.0 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.
Step 7: Choose the following files in Odin from extracted N5120XXCMG7 firmware folder by using respective checkboxes:
- Select the PDA checkbox, and choose the file named .tar or .md5.
- Click the Phone checkbox, and choose the file with modem in its name (ignore if there is no such file)
- Click the CSC checkbox, and select the file with csc in its name (ignore if such file is missing)
- Choose the PIT checkbox, and choose the .pit file. Use only the file obtained during extracting in step 1 above, otherwise ignore it.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from computer.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 should be now updated with official Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.
Note: If Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.
Click here to know How to Root Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 running on Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean firmware.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from computer.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 should be now updated with official Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.
Note: If Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.
Click here to know How to Root Galaxy Note 8.0 (LTE) N5120 running on Android 4.2.2 XXCMG7 Jelly Bean firmware.
How to Root Galaxy Note 2 N7100 on Android 4 1 2 XXDME6 Jelly Bean Firmware
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.1.2 XXDME6 Jelly Bean, may root their devices using the tutorial below.
This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by recognised XDA Developers, Chainfire. The CF-Auto-Root file allowing Galaxy Note 2 users to root their devices easily without depending on the firmware. It completely supports Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean and future firmware as well. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.
Note: Using this root increases your flash counter. The flash counter keeps track of how many custom firmwares you have flashed, as this voids warranty. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter after installing CF-Auto-Root.
Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!
Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Note 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 per cent.
6. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.
File Required
1. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy Note 2 N7100 (CF-Auto-Root-t03g-t03gxx-gtn7100.zip)
2. Odin 3.07
Steps to Root Galaxy Note 2 N7100 Running on Android 4.1.2 XXDME6 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note 2. Then boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down + Home buttons together and then press the Power button until the device turns on. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn yellow with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added. If Odin fails to detect the device then re-install USB driver.
Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CF-Auto-Root-t03g-t03gxx-gtn7100.tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Verify that Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option in Odin is not selected.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from computer.
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 running on Android 4.1.2 XXDME6 Jelly Bean firmware is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.
Thanks to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This root method was originally posted via XDA-Developer original thread.
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
Handy Android tablet tips and tricks
Android on a tablet is just about as good as it gets right now - with every iteration it gets better and more feature-rich, and soon the delightfully-named Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) will be available too.
If youre in the market for such a device then youll be pleased with just how slick and capable an Android tablet is. Theres certainly no need to be ashamed if you choose one instead of an iPad and itll likely be a cheaper purchase.
Typically though, as the Android platform evolves it also tends to become a little more bloated - something that will ring a familiar bell with Windows users, at least in the case of Windows Vista.
While owners of older Android tablets dont have to worry about this (the increased hardware requirements that Google is demanding for its OS limit how far older tablets can be upgraded), there are still improvements to be made with early versions of the operating system, from 1.6 up to 2.1.
Weve come up with a list of improvements to show you what can be done to enhance the way your Android tablet performs and make it work the way you want it to, whether its an older tablet or one that youve just recently picked up from the shops.
Not everyone is lucky enough to have 3G mobile broadband built into their Android tablet, but that shouldnt stop you from being able to surf the internet wherever you are. Provided youve got a smartphone with 3G onboard - which most now do - and as long as your phone and service provider support it, you can tether it to your Android tablet for instant, and faster, internet access.
There are two ways you can do this - you can either turn your phone into a wireless hotspot using your tablets Wi-Fi function to connect to the phone, or you can connect to it via Bluetooth.
The second method is easily available if youre running a tablet with Android 3.0 Honeycomb or greater. Activate Bluetooth on your phone, then turn to your tablet and access Settings > Wireless and networks > Bluetooth. Then go into Bluetooth Settings and pair the tablet with your phone. Once this is done tap the spanner icon next to the name of the phone and press Tethering. Provided it works with your phone, you can now freely surf the internet wherever you are.
Usually, the obvious way to prolong your tablets battery charge is to turn off the Wi-Fi altogether when youre not using it, and, of course, you can do this on an Android tablet. However, theres a slightly smarter way that will give you the freedom to surf the internet when you want, without having to turn things on and off manually all the time.
Android tablets come with a little-known battery-saving tip that optimises your use of Wi-Fi so you never actually have to turn it off - its called Wi-Fi sleep policy and can be found under Settings > Wireless and networks > Wi-Fi settings > Wi-Fi sleep policy. Tap this option and youll see three further options.
The default status is Never, so it will sit there consuming battery power whenever your tablet is turned on. The two options found above this are better for your battery life. Tapping Never when plugged in will only activate Wi-Fi when your device is connected to the mains, while tapping When screen is turned off will shut off Wi-Fi when your Android tablet goes into standby mode, either automatically or when you press the standby button.
Note that tablets using an earlier OS than Android 3.0 (Honeycomb), such as 2.3 (Gingerbread) dont have the same Wi-Fi sleep policies and lack the When screen is turned off policy, which is replaced by a less energy saving After 15 mins.
Provided youve got a tablet running Android 2.2 or later, theres a little-known secret that will save you a huge amount of space on your tiny drive.
Google Music beta enables you to save all your songs to the cloud for free and then play them back whenever you want. At the time of writing its only available in the US, and should be coming to UK shores soon.
Of course, you need an internet connection so its probably better suited to those who spend a lot of their time connected to Wi-Fi or 3G, but even if you dont have an internet connection you can still listen to music with the offline mode.
Google Music beta works a little like Spotify - using the free Music app you select which songs you want to listen to and they are then synced and made available so that when youre online you can still access them.
One of the great things about Google Music beta is that you can simply upload files from a folder on your computer or even select an entire iTunes library to add.
For those of you running Android 3.0 or greater, you should know about a great feature that gives your desktop a complete makeover.
Live wallpapers are animated backgrounds which make your Android screen come to life, albeit at the expense of a little slice of your battery. You can find the Live wallpapers in Settings > Screen > Screen display > Home screen wallpaper > Live Wallpaper. Select something from the list and tap Set wallpaper.
If you want more of these stunning wallpapers, you can download hundreds of them for free through the Android Market.
Conversely, those who would like to save some much-needed battery life and even speed up their tablet in the process can turn off all the good looking - if occasionally impractical - effects that come in Android 3.0 onwards. For starters, you can get rid of the Live Wallpapers that we talked about above.
Instead of using moving backgrounds, load a standard wallpaper or choose something from the photo gallery to achieve a more personal touch.
Youll also notice an improvement in your tablets performance if you get rid of the default animations that occur when you open and close windows or menus. Remove them by going to Settings > Animation > No Animations. Now youll notice that when, for example, you tap the Home button it will switch straight to the home screen without displaying an animation.
Tablet owners of all ages can benefit from using Google Voice to speed up the way they interact with the device. Instead of having to search around the interface for the right option, you can use your voice to command Android to do it instead.
The clear advantage of this is that itll speed up most of the tasks you regularly carry out in a day. There might be bigger benefits to using this facility on the phone version, but it still works well on a tablet. For example, you can visit a website in no time at all with go to being the command prompt, you can open an application by saying its name, or you can send an email to a specific contact instantly.
In the top of the screen next to the Google icon is a microphone icon that, once pressed, will bring up the Google Voice prompt, and you just say the command. A list of common commands can be found at www.google.com/mobile/voice-actions.
You might not be aware of this, but your Android tablet comes with a magnificent - and entirely free - satellite navigation application, which you can use to get from A to B in a car. The beauty of this app is that, combined with a tablet with a large screen, it makes reading the maps an absolute breeze, even if youre sat in the back of a car.
The satellite navigation app can also be used with Androids built-in voice control, so just say where you want to go and itll take you there. Thankfully, all Android users are catered for because it works with Android 1.6 and upwards. If its not already present on your device, just go to the Android Market and search for Google Maps With Navigation Beta.
One of the most useful things you can do with your older Android tablet to give it a new lease of life is to upgrade the operating system to a later version.
If youre starting out with Donut 1.6 then youre out of luck unless your tablet happens to be highly specified in the hardware department. Those with later versions, such as Eclair 2.1 are starting off with a much better base for upgrading to a later version.
You can perform the most minor of updates - going from 2.1 to 2.2, for instance - simply by checking in your Settings area for system updates that come directly from the manufacturer of your tablet. Otherwise, if the update isnt available (your particular carrier might be holding back the update, for example) or if you want to jump up the evolutionary scale a few more notches, you can install a custom updated ROM specifically for your tablet.
We cant tell you which one to go for because its impossible to tell you which version of a ROM to download to go with your manufacturer - you will need a specific firmware update otherwise it wont work.
Head on over to androidtablets.net and look for the exact ROM that goes with your chosen device. Be warned though - youll need to follow the installation instructions of a new ROM right down to the letter because if you dont, theres a chance your tablet could stop working altogether if the software is incorrectly installed on your device.
Upgrading your tablet OS to a newer one as mentioned above is one example of rooting, whereby you gain full control over what you want your tablet to do and how it should look.
You can find out how to root your Android tablet on dozens of websites, but one of the best places to find guides is the XDA Developers forum.
Again, youll need to find the guide that applies to your particular tablet. Once you do find it, rooting can be quite a straightforward process and it unlocks a whole range of potential upgrades.
From here on there are pretty much no limits to what you can do with your tablet - you will be able to install apps not normally available to locked tablets, such as overclocking the CPU to its full potential with SetCPU; or optimising your tablets use of memory with AutoKiller Memory Optimiser.
There are all manner of performance-related improvements, so rooting is something you should consider if you crave a little bit of modification. Remember to follow the instructions carefully though - theres a small chance that something could go wrong if not.
Its also worth bearing in mind that rooting the OS will void your tablets warranty.
The latest version of Apples iOS allows you to automatically back up your iPad over Wi-Fi, and Apple is - rightly so - proud of its new feature, which makes this regular procedure a quick and painless affair. Android also features a similar backup method, although instead of backing up to iTunes it uses Googles cloud backup facility.
By default your tablet should automatically be set to back up all your tablets settings whenever youre connected, but if not you will need to go to Settings > Privacy and tap the tick box next to Back up my data.
If you want to do a slightly more thorough backup in order to protect the entire contents of your device you can either manually copy everything from your tablet to your computer by simply connecting your tablet via USB cable and dragging and dropping everything to a folder. But thats a bit archaic isnt it?
A better way is to use an app such as MyBackup Pro which allows you to schedule automatic online backups so that your tablet automatically backs up practically everything - photos, apps, contacts, emails and more - to the cloud.
So your tablet isnt a phone - so what. That doesnt mean you cant call your friends or family for a nice chat. Provided your tablet has a front-facing camera, you can use a video-chat app, such as Fring, which is completely free to use.
The app enables you to call up to three other people at the same time, so its good for arranging a global meeting. The quality of the video adjusts to your connection, so if its 3G then quality will suffer a touch but you should still get streaming without any annoying transmission delays.
Read more »
If youre in the market for such a device then youll be pleased with just how slick and capable an Android tablet is. Theres certainly no need to be ashamed if you choose one instead of an iPad and itll likely be a cheaper purchase.
Typically though, as the Android platform evolves it also tends to become a little more bloated - something that will ring a familiar bell with Windows users, at least in the case of Windows Vista.
While owners of older Android tablets dont have to worry about this (the increased hardware requirements that Google is demanding for its OS limit how far older tablets can be upgraded), there are still improvements to be made with early versions of the operating system, from 1.6 up to 2.1.
Weve come up with a list of improvements to show you what can be done to enhance the way your Android tablet performs and make it work the way you want it to, whether its an older tablet or one that youve just recently picked up from the shops.
Get 3G
Not everyone is lucky enough to have 3G mobile broadband built into their Android tablet, but that shouldnt stop you from being able to surf the internet wherever you are. Provided youve got a smartphone with 3G onboard - which most now do - and as long as your phone and service provider support it, you can tether it to your Android tablet for instant, and faster, internet access.
There are two ways you can do this - you can either turn your phone into a wireless hotspot using your tablets Wi-Fi function to connect to the phone, or you can connect to it via Bluetooth.
The second method is easily available if youre running a tablet with Android 3.0 Honeycomb or greater. Activate Bluetooth on your phone, then turn to your tablet and access Settings > Wireless and networks > Bluetooth. Then go into Bluetooth Settings and pair the tablet with your phone. Once this is done tap the spanner icon next to the name of the phone and press Tethering. Provided it works with your phone, you can now freely surf the internet wherever you are.
Optimise Wi-Fi usage
Usually, the obvious way to prolong your tablets battery charge is to turn off the Wi-Fi altogether when youre not using it, and, of course, you can do this on an Android tablet. However, theres a slightly smarter way that will give you the freedom to surf the internet when you want, without having to turn things on and off manually all the time.
Android tablets come with a little-known battery-saving tip that optimises your use of Wi-Fi so you never actually have to turn it off - its called Wi-Fi sleep policy and can be found under Settings > Wireless and networks > Wi-Fi settings > Wi-Fi sleep policy. Tap this option and youll see three further options.
The default status is Never, so it will sit there consuming battery power whenever your tablet is turned on. The two options found above this are better for your battery life. Tapping Never when plugged in will only activate Wi-Fi when your device is connected to the mains, while tapping When screen is turned off will shut off Wi-Fi when your Android tablet goes into standby mode, either automatically or when you press the standby button.
Note that tablets using an earlier OS than Android 3.0 (Honeycomb), such as 2.3 (Gingerbread) dont have the same Wi-Fi sleep policies and lack the When screen is turned off policy, which is replaced by a less energy saving After 15 mins.
Save space
Provided youve got a tablet running Android 2.2 or later, theres a little-known secret that will save you a huge amount of space on your tiny drive.
Google Music beta enables you to save all your songs to the cloud for free and then play them back whenever you want. At the time of writing its only available in the US, and should be coming to UK shores soon.
Of course, you need an internet connection so its probably better suited to those who spend a lot of their time connected to Wi-Fi or 3G, but even if you dont have an internet connection you can still listen to music with the offline mode.
Google Music beta works a little like Spotify - using the free Music app you select which songs you want to listen to and they are then synced and made available so that when youre online you can still access them.
One of the great things about Google Music beta is that you can simply upload files from a folder on your computer or even select an entire iTunes library to add.
Desktop makeover
For those of you running Android 3.0 or greater, you should know about a great feature that gives your desktop a complete makeover.
Live wallpapers are animated backgrounds which make your Android screen come to life, albeit at the expense of a little slice of your battery. You can find the Live wallpapers in Settings > Screen > Screen display > Home screen wallpaper > Live Wallpaper. Select something from the list and tap Set wallpaper.
If you want more of these stunning wallpapers, you can download hundreds of them for free through the Android Market.
Speed up the screen
Conversely, those who would like to save some much-needed battery life and even speed up their tablet in the process can turn off all the good looking - if occasionally impractical - effects that come in Android 3.0 onwards. For starters, you can get rid of the Live Wallpapers that we talked about above.
Instead of using moving backgrounds, load a standard wallpaper or choose something from the photo gallery to achieve a more personal touch.
Youll also notice an improvement in your tablets performance if you get rid of the default animations that occur when you open and close windows or menus. Remove them by going to Settings > Animation > No Animations. Now youll notice that when, for example, you tap the Home button it will switch straight to the home screen without displaying an animation.
Use voice control
Tablet owners of all ages can benefit from using Google Voice to speed up the way they interact with the device. Instead of having to search around the interface for the right option, you can use your voice to command Android to do it instead.
The clear advantage of this is that itll speed up most of the tasks you regularly carry out in a day. There might be bigger benefits to using this facility on the phone version, but it still works well on a tablet. For example, you can visit a website in no time at all with go to being the command prompt, you can open an application by saying its name, or you can send an email to a specific contact instantly.
In the top of the screen next to the Google icon is a microphone icon that, once pressed, will bring up the Google Voice prompt, and you just say the command. A list of common commands can be found at www.google.com/mobile/voice-actions.
Get directions
You might not be aware of this, but your Android tablet comes with a magnificent - and entirely free - satellite navigation application, which you can use to get from A to B in a car. The beauty of this app is that, combined with a tablet with a large screen, it makes reading the maps an absolute breeze, even if youre sat in the back of a car.
The satellite navigation app can also be used with Androids built-in voice control, so just say where you want to go and itll take you there. Thankfully, all Android users are catered for because it works with Android 1.6 and upwards. If its not already present on your device, just go to the Android Market and search for Google Maps With Navigation Beta.
Upgrade your tablet
One of the most useful things you can do with your older Android tablet to give it a new lease of life is to upgrade the operating system to a later version.
If youre starting out with Donut 1.6 then youre out of luck unless your tablet happens to be highly specified in the hardware department. Those with later versions, such as Eclair 2.1 are starting off with a much better base for upgrading to a later version.
You can perform the most minor of updates - going from 2.1 to 2.2, for instance - simply by checking in your Settings area for system updates that come directly from the manufacturer of your tablet. Otherwise, if the update isnt available (your particular carrier might be holding back the update, for example) or if you want to jump up the evolutionary scale a few more notches, you can install a custom updated ROM specifically for your tablet.
We cant tell you which one to go for because its impossible to tell you which version of a ROM to download to go with your manufacturer - you will need a specific firmware update otherwise it wont work.
Head on over to androidtablets.net and look for the exact ROM that goes with your chosen device. Be warned though - youll need to follow the installation instructions of a new ROM right down to the letter because if you dont, theres a chance your tablet could stop working altogether if the software is incorrectly installed on your device.
Root your tablet
Upgrading your tablet OS to a newer one as mentioned above is one example of rooting, whereby you gain full control over what you want your tablet to do and how it should look.
You can find out how to root your Android tablet on dozens of websites, but one of the best places to find guides is the XDA Developers forum.
Again, youll need to find the guide that applies to your particular tablet. Once you do find it, rooting can be quite a straightforward process and it unlocks a whole range of potential upgrades.
From here on there are pretty much no limits to what you can do with your tablet - you will be able to install apps not normally available to locked tablets, such as overclocking the CPU to its full potential with SetCPU; or optimising your tablets use of memory with AutoKiller Memory Optimiser.
There are all manner of performance-related improvements, so rooting is something you should consider if you crave a little bit of modification. Remember to follow the instructions carefully though - theres a small chance that something could go wrong if not.
Its also worth bearing in mind that rooting the OS will void your tablets warranty.
Automatic backup
The latest version of Apples iOS allows you to automatically back up your iPad over Wi-Fi, and Apple is - rightly so - proud of its new feature, which makes this regular procedure a quick and painless affair. Android also features a similar backup method, although instead of backing up to iTunes it uses Googles cloud backup facility.
By default your tablet should automatically be set to back up all your tablets settings whenever youre connected, but if not you will need to go to Settings > Privacy and tap the tick box next to Back up my data.
If you want to do a slightly more thorough backup in order to protect the entire contents of your device you can either manually copy everything from your tablet to your computer by simply connecting your tablet via USB cable and dragging and dropping everything to a folder. But thats a bit archaic isnt it?
A better way is to use an app such as MyBackup Pro which allows you to schedule automatic online backups so that your tablet automatically backs up practically everything - photos, apps, contacts, emails and more - to the cloud.
Video chat
So your tablet isnt a phone - so what. That doesnt mean you cant call your friends or family for a nice chat. Provided your tablet has a front-facing camera, you can use a video-chat app, such as Fring, which is completely free to use.
The app enables you to call up to three other people at the same time, so its good for arranging a global meeting. The quality of the video adjusts to your connection, so if its 3G then quality will suffer a touch but you should still get streaming without any annoying transmission delays.
Monday, August 26, 2013
HP Slate 21 AIO unveiled with Tegra 4 processor
HP has announced the 21.5-inch HP Slate 21 AIO desktop PC that is pretty much an oversized Android tablet with keyboard and mouse.
The HP Slate 21 AIO was unveiled at a HP event in Beijing and combines an Android tablet with a desktop PC and is equipped with the Nvidia Tegra 4 processor.
“Honestly, that larger screen allows for a better shared experience,” said Eric Wiggins of Hewlett-Packard. “This could replace one or two mobile devices in your home that could be used as a shared device for the house.”
“Creating a large-screened device with touch functionality, we thought we could unlock more uses.”
Using a 21.5-inch Full HD resolution touchscreen, the HP Slate 21 uses the powerful Nvidia Tegra 4 mobile processor that was unveiled at CES 2013. The HP Slate 21 can support ten-finger multitouch input.
It uses Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean that offers access to the full array of Google apps. It has dual Digital Theatre Systems speakers built-in and a HP TrueVision HD webcam.
The 21.5-inch display is propped up using its own little kickstand in a kind of art easel fashion, but can also be laid at an approximate 30-degree angle, potentially for stylus drawing or simply provding a better angle for touchscreen Android gaming.
The HP Slate 21 AIO also packs Wireless Direct wireless printing technology.
HP has yet to release a full specs list for the HP Slate 21 but it will be interesting to see if such a large-screen Android desktop AIO is a viable option when it comes to market.
There’s no word on pricing or availability yet, but we’ll keep you updated if and when it comes to UK markets.
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The HP Slate 21 AIO was unveiled at a HP event in Beijing and combines an Android tablet with a desktop PC and is equipped with the Nvidia Tegra 4 processor.
“Honestly, that larger screen allows for a better shared experience,” said Eric Wiggins of Hewlett-Packard. “This could replace one or two mobile devices in your home that could be used as a shared device for the house.”
“Creating a large-screened device with touch functionality, we thought we could unlock more uses.”
HP Slate 21 AIO Features
Using a 21.5-inch Full HD resolution touchscreen, the HP Slate 21 uses the powerful Nvidia Tegra 4 mobile processor that was unveiled at CES 2013. The HP Slate 21 can support ten-finger multitouch input.
It uses Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean that offers access to the full array of Google apps. It has dual Digital Theatre Systems speakers built-in and a HP TrueVision HD webcam.
The 21.5-inch display is propped up using its own little kickstand in a kind of art easel fashion, but can also be laid at an approximate 30-degree angle, potentially for stylus drawing or simply provding a better angle for touchscreen Android gaming.
The HP Slate 21 AIO also packs Wireless Direct wireless printing technology.
HP has yet to release a full specs list for the HP Slate 21 but it will be interesting to see if such a large-screen Android desktop AIO is a viable option when it comes to market.
HP Slate 21 AIO Release Date and Price
There’s no word on pricing or availability yet, but we’ll keep you updated if and when it comes to UK markets.
SanDisk 64GB Extreme Released Fastest microSDXC card in the world
SanDisk has officially unveiled what it claims is the world’s fastest microSDXC memory card, the SanDisk Extreme 64GB.
The SanDisk Extreme 64GB is the largest-capacity model in the company’s microSD range, and uses the ultra-high-capacity microSDXC standard.
The card is rated for write speeds of up to 50MB/sec and read speeds of up to 80MB/second.
Far surpassing the Speed Class 10 SD standard, which ensures read/write speeds of 10MB/second, the SanDisk Extreme 64GB also meets the UHS Speed Class 1, which is designed to ensure you can record 4K video happily.
The card is also waterproof and shockproof, although virtually any microSD card will survive being dunked in water.
The SanDisk Extreme 64GB takes over from the SanDisk Ultra 64GB as the top-capacity, high-speed small memory card on the company’s books. That card is rated for transfer speeds of up to 30MB/sec, making the Extreme model significantly quicker.
Although 64GB microSD memory cards have been available since 2011, this remains the storage limit.
At the Extreme 64GB card’s launch, SanDisk marketing manager Ruben Dennenwaldt said the company is working on the next level of storage – 128GB – and is currently “making very good progress.”
Prices for the SanDisk Extreme 64GB have not yet been posted on SanDisk’s UK website, but the range tops out at $200 in the US.
If speed is more important to you than storage, SanDisk also offers an Extreme Pro range, which offers write/read speeds of 90/95MB/sec.
However, Extreme Pro cards only come in 16GB and 8GB capacities in the microSD form.
Read more »
The SanDisk Extreme 64GB is the largest-capacity model in the company’s microSD range, and uses the ultra-high-capacity microSDXC standard.
The card is rated for write speeds of up to 50MB/sec and read speeds of up to 80MB/second.
Far surpassing the Speed Class 10 SD standard, which ensures read/write speeds of 10MB/second, the SanDisk Extreme 64GB also meets the UHS Speed Class 1, which is designed to ensure you can record 4K video happily.
The card is also waterproof and shockproof, although virtually any microSD card will survive being dunked in water.
The SanDisk Extreme 64GB takes over from the SanDisk Ultra 64GB as the top-capacity, high-speed small memory card on the company’s books. That card is rated for transfer speeds of up to 30MB/sec, making the Extreme model significantly quicker.
Although 64GB microSD memory cards have been available since 2011, this remains the storage limit.
At the Extreme 64GB card’s launch, SanDisk marketing manager Ruben Dennenwaldt said the company is working on the next level of storage – 128GB – and is currently “making very good progress.”
Prices for the SanDisk Extreme 64GB have not yet been posted on SanDisk’s UK website, but the range tops out at $200 in the US.
If speed is more important to you than storage, SanDisk also offers an Extreme Pro range, which offers write/read speeds of 90/95MB/sec.
However, Extreme Pro cards only come in 16GB and 8GB capacities in the microSD form.
Sunday, August 25, 2013
Apple iOS 7 second Beta launched brings iPad support
Apple has delivered the first taste of how the new-look iOS will look on its larger mobile devices by seeding the second beta of iOS 7 to developers.
Two weeks after the initial beta became available to the privileged few, Apple has added iPad support with the new update.
Previously iOS 7 was only available to download for iPhone and iPod touch.
According to 9to5Macs hands-on with iOS 7 on iPad, the new UI actually suits the larger screen as well, if not better than it does Apples 4-inch devices.
However, the blog said differences are few and far between, with many of the apps like Notification Center, Siri and Control Center feeling "less iPad optimised" and more like "blown up versions of the iPhone app."
There are a some nuances though. The Music app is different for iPhone and iPad (as it was in iOS 6), while theres a new version of the iPad-specific Photo Booth app with the new flatter interface.
However, its important to remember that this is the tablets first experience of iOS 7 and there will be many more beta builds before the final version of the software is released later this year.
Its entirely possible that things will change considerably between now and then and bring more optimised apps to suit the slate.
Aside from iPad optimisation theres little other improvements or new features to speak of aside from the usual bug fixes.
Read more »
Two weeks after the initial beta became available to the privileged few, Apple has added iPad support with the new update.Previously iOS 7 was only available to download for iPhone and iPod touch.
According to 9to5Macs hands-on with iOS 7 on iPad, the new UI actually suits the larger screen as well, if not better than it does Apples 4-inch devices.
However, the blog said differences are few and far between, with many of the apps like Notification Center, Siri and Control Center feeling "less iPad optimised" and more like "blown up versions of the iPhone app."
There are a some nuances though. The Music app is different for iPhone and iPad (as it was in iOS 6), while theres a new version of the iPad-specific Photo Booth app with the new flatter interface.
However, its important to remember that this is the tablets first experience of iOS 7 and there will be many more beta builds before the final version of the software is released later this year.
Its entirely possible that things will change considerably between now and then and bring more optimised apps to suit the slate.
Aside from iPad optimisation theres little other improvements or new features to speak of aside from the usual bug fixes.
iOS 7 hidden features discovered by developer
Hidden iOS 7 features have been discovered by a developer within the beta preview currently available.
In addition to the new iOS 7 features demoed during WWDC last week, Apple has also been testing other new enhancements for its mobile OS, discovered by developer Hamza Sood.
Within a hidden settings panel within the iOS 7 beta, which is only discoverable through a series of unspecified tweaks to the preview, it has been revealed that Apple is working on a number of additional gesture, multitasking and folder options for iOS 7.
According to the settings options, Apple is testing system-wide corner-swipe and edge-swipe features for iOS 7. Aiming to bolster existing edge-swipe features for Message, Safari and other in-built Apple apps, the swipe gestures would improve the ability to switch between multiple apps.
The settings also reveal that users would be able to hide pre-installed apps that aren’t required by the user.
iOS 7 users will also be able to create sub-folders within collected app windows and can pinch to close those folders too.
Further hidden settings seem to offer enhanced customisation features like blurring effects, colouring and animation speeds. These may well never been in the full public version of iOS 7 due to launch in the autumn, but it is interesting to see what aspects Apple has been tweaking on the “the most significant iOS update since the original iPhone.”
Officially unveiled at the WWDC 2013 keynote last week, the latest iteration of Apple’s mobile OS offers a more subtle colour scheme and a flatter, more refined user experience.
Arriving on existing iOS devices later this year, sometime in the autumn, iOS 7 introduces greatly enhanced multitasking features to bring it into line with Android and will revolve around a new Control Centre hub.
Read more »
In addition to the new iOS 7 features demoed during WWDC last week, Apple has also been testing other new enhancements for its mobile OS, discovered by developer Hamza Sood.
Within a hidden settings panel within the iOS 7 beta, which is only discoverable through a series of unspecified tweaks to the preview, it has been revealed that Apple is working on a number of additional gesture, multitasking and folder options for iOS 7.
According to the settings options, Apple is testing system-wide corner-swipe and edge-swipe features for iOS 7. Aiming to bolster existing edge-swipe features for Message, Safari and other in-built Apple apps, the swipe gestures would improve the ability to switch between multiple apps.
The settings also reveal that users would be able to hide pre-installed apps that aren’t required by the user.
iOS 7 users will also be able to create sub-folders within collected app windows and can pinch to close those folders too.
Further hidden settings seem to offer enhanced customisation features like blurring effects, colouring and animation speeds. These may well never been in the full public version of iOS 7 due to launch in the autumn, but it is interesting to see what aspects Apple has been tweaking on the “the most significant iOS update since the original iPhone.”
Officially unveiled at the WWDC 2013 keynote last week, the latest iteration of Apple’s mobile OS offers a more subtle colour scheme and a flatter, more refined user experience.
Arriving on existing iOS devices later this year, sometime in the autumn, iOS 7 introduces greatly enhanced multitasking features to bring it into line with Android and will revolve around a new Control Centre hub.
Saturday, August 24, 2013
How to Root Nexus 4 on Android 4 3 Jelly Bean Firmware
This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by recognised XDA Developers, Chainfire. The CF-Auto-Root file allowing Nexus 4 users to root their devices easily without depending on the firmware. It completely supports Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and future firmware as well. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.
Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!
Pre-requisites
1. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone.
3. The Nexus 4 should be factory unlocked.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 per cent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on Nexus 4. Applying this on any incorrect variant will brick the device. Verify the model number of the Nexus 4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.
File Required
1. Android SDK
2. CF-Auto-Root for Nexus 4 (CF-Auto-Root-mako-occam-nexus4.zip)
Steps to Root Nexus 4 Running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting your Nexus phone to the computer, which is mandatory for the rooting process.
Step 2: Extract CF-Auto-Root file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool.
Step 3: Switch off the Nexus 4. Then boot the device into fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up, Volume Down, and Power buttons together.
Step 4: Connect the Nexus 4 to the computer using USB cable, then wait until Windows finished installing the drivers.
Step 5: Navigate to the folder where you extracted the CF-Auto-Root files, then run the following command:
- Windows: Run root-windows.bat
- Linux: chmod +x root-linux.sh, Run root-linux.sh
- Mac OS X: chmod +x root-mac.sh, Run root-mac.sh
Nexus 4 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the Nexus 4 and look for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.
Note: If SuperSU does not appear after Step-6, then you can install it manually from the Google Play Store.
Thanks to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developer original thread.
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