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Samsung Z9005 to run Tizen OS instead of Android

Google, Mobile, Tech News, TechnologyDecember 8, 20180Comments

Samsung has been using Google's Android operation system since it shipped its first smartphone back in 2009 the Samsung i7500. There have been several rumors regarding Samsung wanting to ditch Android for its own Tizen Operation System since Samsung owns over 40% of all Android running devices it is now looking to be less reliant…

How to fix “Connected, running sync loop” Android wear

Google, Personal Tech, TechnologyDecember 6, 20180Comments

After upgrading to Google Play Service to version 6.5 many users that have an Android Wear device connected are experiencing "Connected, running sync Loop" infinite loop message. While the message varies from "Connected" to "Connected, running sync Loop".According to AC both messages mean the same and it occurs because Developer Options have been enabled on your phone (spoiler,…

Google gives away Gravity movie for free to Nexus 5 owners

Google, Mobile, Social Media, Tech NewsDecember 6, 20180Comments

Its seems like Christmas has arrived early at Google as users are reporting a free copy of the movie "Gravity" appearing in their Google Play Movies & TV app. First spotted by SlickDeals all owners of a Nexus 5 smartphone will get a free copy of the movie Gravity (in HD), its regular price is $9.99.For users…

Android Lollipop has a Flappy Bird themed Easter egg

Apps, Google, Internet & Software, Mobile, Tech NewsDecember 5, 20180Comments

Google has recently announced the release date for Android 5.0 Lollipop and many of us know that Google like to hide the occasional secret little game or feature into its software, also known as an Easter Egg (check out some of Google other easter eggs here). This time Google has included a Flappy Bird mini-game in…

How to root any Android device without a computer

Apps, Google, MobileDecember 5, 20180Comments

Rooting an Android device is something many users do as it allows you to download paid apps for free from the Play Store, allow you to update to the latest Android version before your carrier has released it, customize the look of the UI and many more.If you want to root an Android device you…

Android M Final name is “Android Milkshake”

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsDecember 4, 20180Comments

Android Milkshake will be the official name of Android M from now on according to Androidbean. Previously Google unveiled the Android 6.0 name as "M" but won't officially release the real name until the final release of the latest Android version.Google has a history of calling Android after deserts and snacks, previously the official name…

How to Create a Nandroid Backup Without Rebooting

Apps, Google, MobileDecember 2, 20180Comments

A NANDroid Backup consist in backing up a perfect mirror image of Android operation system. While some Backup methods only save some of your information a NANDroid backup will save literally everything, from your own personal data to the system files (widgets, ringtones, login, account settings, system settings to just mention a few). Why is it important to create a NANDroid…

Moto G 2015 Release Date set for July 2015

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsDecember 1, 20180Comments

Motorola is working on a new 2015 edition of the Moto G called Moto G 2015 while we already knew that the specs of the device were going to be similar to the 2014 Moto G we now have an official Moto G 2015 Release Date. Lenovo’s CEO and Chairman Yang Yuanging revealed during an interview with “The Telegraph”…

How to get the Galaxy Gear to work with your Nexus 5

Google, Mobile, Personal Tech, TechnologyNovember 30, 20180Comments

As a first attempt by Samsung at a smartwatch, the Galaxy Gear is a very impressive and solid first outing by the company and hopefully within the next couple of years we really start to see some improvements which overall make the device accessible to a larger market.One of the only disadvantage with the Galaxy…

How much bigger will the new iPhone 6 screen be?

Gadgets, Google, MobileNovember 30, 20180Comments

Over the past few months many rumors regarding the new iPhone 6 having a bigger display have been appearing around the web and there are some clear indications on the fact that the new iPhone will actually feature a bigger screen, but how much bigger?The iPhone 5S has a 4.0inch display which is very small…

How to customize Android Lollipop Lockscreen

Apps, Google, MobileNovember 28, 20180Comments

If you have recently upgraded your device to Android 5.0 you might have noticed the changes on the lockscreen, being one of the biggest ones the fact that now notifications are displayed on the homescreen, while you can modify in the Settings app what notifications you want and which you don't there isn't much else…

LG G Watch R to feature notification ring around display

Gadgets, Google, Mobile, Personal TechNovember 28, 20180Comments

LG has recently revealed its new round LG G Watch R the new round smartwatch from LG is meant to go head to head with the Moto 360 but doesn't feature many improvements over the popular smartwatch from Motorola. One of the main things that makes the G Watch R stand out is its incredible…