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Download Vine for Amazon Kindle Fire now its available

- Sunday, June 30 No Comments

After releasing on the Google Play Store recently, the Vine app is now available on Kindle Fire. The app requires Android 4.0 and above, so can work on every version of the Kindle Fire, except for the very first model.

For those who are not aware, Vine is a new social networking service for sharing short, six second videos. It used to be known as the Instagram of videos, until recently when Instagram itself added support for videos. The Vine app for Kindle Fire is the first tablet version of the app, as it is only available on smartphones on iOS and Android. Having said that, the UI is similar to the Play Store version of the app and not really optimized for the big screen as such.

The launch of the Vine app for Kindle Fire comes as a surprise, since the app took over four months to arrive on Android after its iOS debut. With Instagram now quickly becoming the preferred choice for sharing videos, Vine seems to be more than willing to expand to other platforms. Who knows, we may see a Windows Phone version of Vine shortly.

Download Vine

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Tags: Android / Latest

Download and Install Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update on your Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505)

- Saturday, June 29 No Comments

We have obtained the first Android 4.3 test build firmware for the Google Play Edition Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505G). We wanted to test out Android 4.3 but didn't had the Google variant of the Galaxy S4 with us, so we ported it to our standard Snapdragon-powered Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505) and got some outstanding results.

Android 4.3 port from the Google Play Edition Galaxy S4 is fully functional on the standard Snapdragon-powered Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505), there is not even a single thing which isn’t working. We haven’t made any changes to the port, so it’s 100% original with zero changes.

Note:

- This is not flashable through Odin.

- This will void your warranty.

- Don’t attempt this if you don’t have the skills to flash a custom ROM

- You are doing this on your own risk

System details:

Version: Android 4.3

Build ID: JWR66N

PDA: I9505GUEUBMFP

CSC: I9505GXARBMFP

Build Date: 26 June 2013

Changelist: 968842

Requirements:

- Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505)

- Custom Recovery

Instructions:

- Copy Google Play Edition ROM to your internal SD Card

- Enter Recovery (Power + Volume Up + Home)

- Do a Wipe/Factory Reset (Necessary due to new Android version)

- Flash Google Play Edition ROM

- Reboot your device!

Download: (Choose any one)

- Android-4.3-I9505GUEUBMFP-Odexed-I9505.zip

MD5: 363ED9CC32A841A512E72372A19C7D05

- Android-4.3-I9505GUEUBMFP-Deodexed-I9505.zip

MD5: 74D241B64266220161018EB98A19F279

Google hasn't made Android 4.3 public yet, but it’s good to know that OEMs already have access to the source code. Early access will result in quick software updates and less Android fragmentation. Keep in mind, Android 4.3 is still in development phases and does not have all the features which are yet to be implemented.

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Tags: Android / Gadget / Latets news

News: Google developing gaming console, smartwatch, and more in major Android expansion

- Friday, June 28 No Comments

According to the Wall Street Journal, Google is working on its own Android-powered gaming console and smartwatch — and a replacement for the Nexus Q is also on the way. The report states that Mountain View hopes to ship at least one of the products by this fall, and plans to both design and market them itself. In recent months, Android gaming consoles like Ouya and the GameStick have received a tremendous amount of attention — the Ouya went on sale at retailers just this week — but according to the Journal's sources Google's move to create a console is also based on expectations that Apple will add gaming to a future version of the Apple TV.

Google is currently working on the next iteration of the Android operating system, which will reportedly be better suited for the low-cost smartphones that are taking off in developing counties. Google is said to be developing its own low-cost smartphones — a one-two punch that could prove effective against efforts like Mozilla's Firefox OS. Through its Google X hardware facilities the company is also reportedly working on "next-generation" Android devices separate from the hardware its subsidiary Motorola is developing.

According to the Journal, expanding Android's reach across multiple product types is a big part of Google's plans. HP is named as one hardware partner that is working on a new laptop that will run the next version of Android, internally named "K release" (our own sources have indicated the shipping name will be Key Lime Pie). The Journal reports that the Android-powered laptop is intended to be a direct competitor to Windows computers.

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Tags: Latest

Microsoft Windows 8.1 Preview and Changelog

- Thursday, June 27 No Comments

Today at its Build developer conference, Microsoft released the preview of the Windows 8.1 update and it is now available for users to download and try out.

Search once. Go anywhere.

A single search now brings you results from your PC, your apps, and the web. See results in a clean, graphic view that lets you take immediate action and launch apps. Search, click, do. Find a song and start playing it, or find a video and watch it right away. Powered by Bing.

More apps to love

You’ll notice that the Windows Store has a new look which makes it easier to discover and download new apps. And the apps that are included with Windows 8.1 Preview let you do a bunch of cool things. For example, with Reading List you can save articles and stories across apps and devices, and the updated Photos app gives you fast and fun editing.

Make it yours

Set up a slide show on your lock screen by picking your favorite pictures. Arrange the stuff on your Start screen so it's just the way you want it. Choose from more tile sizes, more colors, and more backgrounds—including animated backgrounds.

Built–in cloud storage

SkyDrive is now the default location for saving documents. So you always have your files wherever you go, even when you’re offline. And with the included SkyDrive app, you can manage both local files and SkyDrive files in one place.

Fast, full-screen browsing

When you get Windows 8.1 Preview, you also get to check out the new Internet Explorer. Internet Explorer 11 Preview is built for touch, with faster load times, a full-screen experience that includes side-by-side browsing of your sites, and real-time info delivered on your Start screen through live tiles for your favorite sites.

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Tags: Latest

Giveaway: win a studio desk

- Wednesday, June 26 No Comments

The Rules:

• Entries are handled through the Rafflecopter widget above.Comments are no longer accepted as valid methods of entry. You may enter without any obligation to social media accounts, though we may offer them as opportunities for extra entries. Your email address is required so we can get in touch with you if you win, but it will not be given to third parties.

• Contest is open to all residents of the 50 States and the District of Columbia, 18 or older! Sorry, we don't make this rule (we hate excluding anyone), so direct your anger at our lawyers and contest laws if you have to be mad.

• Winners will be chosen randomly. One (1) winner will receive a new StudioDesk from Bluelounge, a $600 value.

• If you are chosen, you will be notified by email. Winners must respond within three days of being contacted. If you do not respond within that period, another winner will be chosen. Make sure that the account you use to enter the contest includes a contact email or Facebook login. We do not track any of this information for marketing or third-party purposes.

• This unit is purely for promotional giveaway. Bluelounge and Engadget / AOL are not held liable to honor warranties, exchanges or customer service.

• The full list of rules, in all its legalese glory, can be found here.

• Entries can be submitted until June 26th at 11:59PM ET. Good luck!

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Update Apple iPhone 5 to iOS 7 beta 2 for Developers

- Tuesday, June 25 No Comments

Apple have launched another iOS 7 beta update for developers. The official changelog of the latest release of Apple's upcoming iOS doesn't say much about what has changed under the hood.

Visually, we didn't spot anything different but performance-wise iOS 7 definitely feels snappier now. Still, we noticed the occasional persisitent bugs here and there.

Feature-wise, the new release brings along the redesigned Voice Memos app and the two new, more human-like voice for Siri in English - a male and a female one.

Perhaps the biggest change though is that the iPad (and iPad mini) developers and beta users will be able to join in on the iOS 7 fun now starting with this release.

Unfortunately, we don't have it installed on an iPad (yet), but we managed to snap a few screenshots off an iPhone 5. You can see how the Voice Memos app looks now.

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Tags: Android / Apple / Gaming

Download Gameloft Modern Combat 4 Zero Hour Meltdown Update for Apple & Android

- Monday, June 24 No Comments

Whats new in update, 3 NEW MAPS, 2 NEW WEAPONS, 2 NEW MP MODES, & MORE! Yep, Modern Combat 4 s back and better than ever with a massive new update. Excited yet?

Update Info :

Maps :
Fracture: Barcelona Train Station
Extraction: Antarctica Research Facility
Backfire: Barcelona Streets

New Perks :
Ammo Pack: Carry 50% more ammunition
Dedication: Dying from explosives doesn’t reset your streak
Readied Shot: Crouch to boost accuracy
One Last Thing: Drop a grenade whenever you die
Gun Expert: Increase reload speed
Sentry: Place sinister traps

Paragon Destroyer: Trigger deadly explosions when shooting machinery


New Features :
Explosive Rounds: Explosive bullets that cause small splash damage
Deep Impact Rounds: Aerodynamic ammo for inflicting more damage at long range
Wadcutter Rounds: Flat-nose bullets for increased accuracy
Flechette Rounds: Flechette grenades that travel further and faster

Antipersonnel Rockets: Rockets designed to decimate human targets
Etc-

For full details on the new update, visit the official Modern Combat website, but who are you kidding, go download the update FIRST on iPhone, iPad, & iPod touch (Coming soon to Android)!

And don’t forget to come back & let us know what you think of the new update in the comments!

Download Modern Combat 4 Zero Hour Meltdown Update

Apple    Android

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Tags: Android / How Tos / New Tricks

How to Install Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware on Samsung Galaxy S III

- Sunday, June 23 No Comments

Yes, Now you can install new android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware into your Galaxy S 3. New Jelly Bean version 4.2.2 us leaked, now lest update your Galaxy S 3 with new version. We of SamMobile would like to give you the latest I9300XXUFME7 – Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean test firmware for the Galaxy S III.

Development on Android 4.2.2 update isn’t completely done yet. We do not know if Samsung will bring the new Galaxy S4 Camera features to the Galaxy S3. We expect Samsung to do this but we are not really sure if Samsung will do this with Android 4.2.2 or with 4.3 for the Galaxy S3.

Android 4.2.2 is still under testing phase by Samsung and they will release the official final Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update for the Galaxy S III in July/August. We wanted to give Samsung’s hardcore fans a sneak preview of what Samsung is up to at their dev center.

Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Changelog for Galaxy S III

- Android 4.2.2 – Build ID: JDQ39
- New S4 Lockscreen: Multiple Widgets, two Unlock effects (Ripple and Light), improved ripple effect than Android 4.1.2, ability to change clock size and set a personal message
- New Screen modes (From S4): Adapt Display and Professional Photo
- Daydream
- Driving mode
- Actionable notifications
- New Additions in Notification Center
- Completely revamped Settings UI (Tabbed interface – Exactly like the S4)
- Addition of Voice controls (Let’s you control various parts of the phone using voice commands – Galaxy S4 feature)
- Gallery modes have white background (When changing gallery modes to 3D the background changes to white)
- Full screen Samsung apps
- New S-Voice (from S4)
- New smart switch widget
- Found more? Tell us about them in the comments below!

Tutorial : How to Install Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware on Samsung Galaxy S III

step 1: Download : I9300XXUFME7_I9300OXAFME7_OXA.zip

step 2: Extract the downloaded file into your computer

step 3: Go to extracted folder and open "Odin 3.04" file

step 4: Restart phone in download mode (Press and hold Home + Power + Volume down buttons)

step 5: Connect phone and wait until you get a blue sign in Odin

step 6: Add I9300XXUFME7_I9300OXAFME7_I9300XXUFME7_HOME.tar.md5 to PDA

step 7: Make sure re-partition is NOT ticked

step 8: Start flash, sit back and wait a few minutes.

step 9: If you encounter any issues with the firmware (Any FC, Bootloop etc)

step 10: Boot into recovery mode (Home+ Power + Volume Up)

step 11: Choose to wipe/factory reset. (THIS WILL ERASE ALL OF YOUR DATA INCLUDING YOUR INTERNAL SD CARD!)

step 12: Then choose reboot and you should be good to go.

Congratulation!, Your Samsung Galaxy S III is now running on new Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware. So, this was simplerooting tutorials. if you have faced any problem them let us know. Share this post with your friends.

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Tags: Android / How Tos / Root

How to Root Samsung Galaxy Express I8730

- Saturday, June 22 5 Comments

Lets roll out for rooting process. Here we will root your device if you really want to root your Samsung Galaxy Express I8730. Each steps are very clear to understand, don't miss the any of steps. First read understand and after execute in your device. If you face any problem during rooting process then just be free and post your problem in our comment box, we will reply you as soon as possible.

Note: keep in mind this process might be damage your device. We recommend you that try this process on your own risk ( its happen once in blue moon ). And this rooting guide will not work on any other device. its only for Samsung Galaxy Express I8730.

Required Things:

1. Download "motochopper.zip"

2. Device Battery Level : 80%+

3. USB Debugging : Enabled

Tutorial : How to Root Samsung Galaxy Express I8730

step 1: Connect your device to computer via USB Cable.

step 2: Extract downloaded "motochopper.zip" into computer.

step 3: Go to extracted folder and right click on "run.bat" file and select "Run as administrator"

step 4: Here One command prompt will appear and and will ask you to "press any key to continue.. " press Enter.

step 5: Its take few minutes for root processing and after all again will ask you for "press any key..." again hit enter and now your device will reboot.

Congratulation!, Your Samsung Galaxy Express I8730 is now rooted. So, this was simplerooting tutorials. if you have faced any problem them let us know. Share this post with your friends.

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Tags: Apple / New phones

Apple iPhone 5s Leaked Structure Image

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While Apple successfully managed to be tightlipped about the iOS 7, it looks like it's not having the same luck keeping the upcoming iPhone 5S a secret. Two new images of what claim to be the next generation iPhone have surfaced and show us what we had already guessed; it's going to be a spec update over the current iPhone 5.

The image on the left show the redesigned internals with a new logic board that matches one of the previously leaked images, which gives it some credibility. The 5.92Whr battery is bigger than 5.45Whr battery on the iPhone 5, suggesting improved battery life.

The image on the right shows us the new LED flash next to the camera lens. The shape has changed and now there are two LEDs under the lens. The rest of the design is identical to the iPhone 5. Also, as you can see from the edges, this device shares its affinity to scratches with the iPhone 5, although that may not be the case with the final version.

The iPhone 5S is expected to go on sale later this year. As can be seen from the images above and using the previous iPhones as reference, it is not going to be a completely redesigned product but more of a faster, more refined version of the current iPhone. So it's best to adjust your expectations accordingly.

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Tags: Gaming

Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag Game PC Version Delayed

- Friday, June 21 No Comments

Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag will be launched on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and the Wii U, however gamers on the PC will have to wait a bit longer. It will not launch on the PC at the same time as consoles, since it has been delayed by a few weeks.

Ubisoft confirmed the delay, though they didn’t say why it was being delayed. Ashraf Ismail, the game’s director says, “We’re working hard on the PC version. It’s one of the main platforms we work on in the office. For our PC fans, don’t worry. The game on PC looks phenomenal.” Well, that sounds encouraging at least.

This happened with Assassin’s Creed 3 as well. Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag is scheduled to be released in October and will also be compatible with next-gen consoles. So PC gamers will likely see it in November.

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Tags: Android / Latest

Android 5.0 KeyLime Pie Concept & Review

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While IOS may be the latest Buzz when it comes to the Fresh User Interface, Android seems to have taken a pause when it comes to the revelation of the much awaited Android 5.0 a.k.a Key Lime Pie which will soon be coming. While there was hardly any visible difference when it comes to Jellybean 4.1 to 4.2.2 apart from few features here and there, high pressure is mounting after Apple redesigned iOS completely with neater looking flat looking UI. Designer Jinesh Shah has released some concept designs which we will be checking out in the due course of this article.

With more and more services are looking for newer redesigned screens, it’s time now for every products and services vertical to come out with the best looking futuristic UI. Be it a Set Top Box or a Tablet or a Smartphone, it’s very important for any application to look great as it contributes a lot when it comes to user adaptability. While most of the users are expecting a Solid answer from Google for Apple, it will be interesting on what Google will be adding in its latest upcoming OS which is Key Lime Pie.

While the much awaited Design Guidelines for Android 5.0 is still in the making and as per the clos sources in Google, Google is trying hard to incorporate newer set of colours rather than using Dark Grey in most of the cases. Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie concept designs are shown above which can be referred. We can only hope as of now that Google comes with some of these adoptions in its upcoming new OS. Do let us know your thoughts on these concepts in the comments section below. Google is slated for Key Lime pie release this September 2013 as per some close sources.

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Tags: New phones

Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom Review

- Tuesday, June 18 No Comments

Just taking the photo won't do these days - you'll want to edit and share it, then rake in the likes. Except most cameras pretty much bail out at the snapshot. Not the Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom though, a hybrid of a point-and-shoot with 10x optical zoom and a Galaxy S4 mini. This is Samsung's second such attempt after the Galaxy Camera, which was based on the Galaxy S III.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom has full telephony features (unlike the Camera), but it's not the most comfortable phone around. Photography is the full-time job here.

 A 10x zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) sits in front of a 16MP sensor. At the wide end, the lens is the very wide 24mm in 35mm equivalent, the aperture goes from f/3.1 to f/6.3 and there's a mechanical shutter. The Galaxy S4 zoom has a control ring around the lens like some high-end point-and-shoots do, a xenon flash and LED light.

That's just the camera specs, the rest is a full-featured Galaxy S4 mini hardware, including the IR blaster, which can control a projector (the one, most likely, you'd use to show off your photos).

Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom System Specification :

General: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 MHz, HSDPA 21 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps; LTE (market dependent), Cat3, 50 Mbps UL, 100 Mbps DL

Form factor: Touchscreen bar phone with optical zoom lens

Dimensions: 125.5 x 63.5 x 15.4 mm, 208 g

Display: 4.25" 16M-color qHD (540 x 960 pixels) Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen

CPU: Dual-core Cortex-A9 1.5 GHz processor, 1.5GB RAM, Mali-400 GPU

OS: Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)

Memory: 8 GB (5 GB user available) of inbuilt storage, microSD card slot

Still Camera: 16 megapixel auto-focus camera with 10x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilization; xenon flash and LED light; control lens ring

Video Camera: Full HD (1080p) video recording at 30fps; 720p @ 60fps

Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth 4.0+HS, NFC, MHL-enabled standard microUSB port, GPS receiver with A-GPS and GLONASS, 3.5mm audio jack, FM radio, USB-on-the-go

Battery: 2,330mAh

Misc: TouchWiz 5.0 Nature UX, XviD codec support, built-in accelerometer, multi-touch input, proximity sensor, gyroscope sensor, smart screen

There are some differences between the Galaxy S4 zoom and the mini but, outside the size, those are insignificant. The chipset is powerful enough to shoot 1080p video at 30fps and 720p at 60fps (same as the Galaxy Camera). Samsung has made sure too that the default camera app is the most advanced we've seen yet, and there are a number of helpful image and video editors among other tools.

With Android 4.2 you'd be able to install other editors and camera apps too (though these will have to add support for the optical zoom feature). Not to mention all the social networking and other tools for sharing your photos, which can be piped through blazing fast LTE or Wi-Fi, DLNA, MHL or Group Play.

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Tags: Android / Apps

Best 3 Photo Editor Apps for Android Device

- Monday, June 17 No Comments

PicsPlay

PicsPlay contains 200 presets and all editing features which allow you to express the best moment of your life. Photos of your daily life and travelling can be depicted as the most memorable moment. PicsPlay is easier and more convenient than any other editors. Touch and touch! With few taps your photo will be amazingly changed. You can be a professional photographer!

Download PicsPlay

BeFunky Pro Photo Editor

Crazy but true: One of the most popular photo editors just got even better! BeFunky is the app that leaves all creative control with YOU while keeping everything super easy to use. It has TONS of effects you won’t find anywhere else, and now you can even add text to your pictures! Stack an UNLIMITED number of effects and edits to create a look that’s as unique as you are, or use one of the many we built just for you!

Download BeFunky

Photo Studio Pro

Photo Studio for Android® is utilized by both amateur and professional photographers who seek simple, but powerful image processing on-the-go. Users can turn their devices into a fantastic photo editing studio.

Download Photo Studio

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