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How to set up Chrome Remote Desktop for Android

Apps, Google, Internet & SoftwareSeptember 8, 20190Comments

Smartphones are more capable than ever, effectively being able to replace many of the functions of a laptop or desktop computer for most users. However, there is still the odd task that requires the horsepower or environment of a legitimate desktop operating system, creating an issue for users who are on the go.Google has come…

Amazon, Yahoo, Microsoft and Samsung looking to acquire Cyanogen Inc

Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Tech News, TechnologySeptember 3, 20190Comments

Many big tech companies are showing interest to partnering up or even acquiring Cyanogen Inc the creators of the popular custom Android ROM CyanogenMod. With companies like Amazon, Yahoo, Microsoft and Samsung all lining up to work together with the small start up which recently got $22 million in funding. Cyanogen Inc is the creator…

How to fix Android 5.0 Lollipop Boot Loop with Xposed

Apps, Google, MobileSeptember 3, 20190Comments

Having your device stuck in a boot loop can be a huge issue. Many Android 5.0 Lollipop users with the Xposed Framework installed have experienced this issue which is caused by an undetected system error. A XDA user has found a solution to the problem that can be easily implemented in any Android 5.0 or above…

Samsung Galaxy Round to come with a $1000 pricetag

Gadgets, Google, Mobile, Tech News, TechnologySeptember 2, 20190Comments

Samsung has just revealed world's very first curved glass smartphone. Coming with a 5.7-inch curved display Samsung is the very first one to bring this to the market, it claims that the curved screen will make it easier to grip and brings ton of "fun" premium features to the smartphone such as the "roll effect"…

Huawei Ascend Mate 2 is the smartphone with the longest battery life

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsSeptember 1, 20190Comments

In the battle of the battery life, there seems to be a new king. Meet the Huawei Ascend Mate 2. If you are someone who just wants a smartphone that works and who's battery lasts you through the day, this device is definitely worth checking out for $490. According to test performed by AnandTech the…

Play Store vulnerability allows app installs without users knowledge

Apps, Google, Tech NewsAugust 30, 20190Comments

Google has had many malware issues over the past several weeks that are targeting Android devices but it seems like its own software, the Google Play Store also has some serious issues. Tod Beardsley, engineering manager at Rapid7 warns that an X-Frame-Options flaw which when combined with a recent Android WebView (Jelly Bean) bug (more about that…

Galaxy Tab S overheating is causing plastic back panel to deform

Gadgets, Samsung, Tech NewsAugust 22, 20190Comments

Smartphones overheating are very common and we have all had that moment where we pick up our smartphone and it feels incredibly hot. All though it happens less frequently with tablets, the Galaxy Tab S from Samsung has a huge overheating problem causing the plastic back panel (the same on used on the Galaxy S5)…

What is Android One?

Google, Tech NewsAugust 19, 20190Comments

Over the past couple of weeks you might have heard of Android One a new project from Google. The project which got originally announced during 2014 Google I/O conference will help users in the developing world to get cheap access to a smartphone. What is Android One exactly?Android One is a project from Google in which together…

Meet the Moto 360 the first Android Wear smartwatch from Motorola

Google, Personal Tech, Tech NewsAugust 19, 20190Comments

Motorola has just introduced its new Smartwatch running on Google's recently announced Android Wear operation system. The round smartwatch will be Motorola's first and is without a doubt one of the better looking smartwatches out there, specially compared to the Samsung's Galaxy Gear lineup of smartwatches.The device features a round display and metal casing and…

What is CyanogenMod and Why you should use it

Google, MobileAugust 18, 20190Comments

If you have an Android smartphone you might have heard of this thing called the CyanogenMod, we will get into a more detailed description later on, but for now you must know that the CyanogenMod is a custom ROM for Android, this means it is Android but modified and they have decided to call this…

Google to redesign Android icons giving them a flatter appearance

Apps, GoogleAugust 18, 20190Comments

According to a recent report from AndroidPolice, Googleis currently working on redesigning the stock Android icons for its apps Gmail, Calendar, Youtube, Maps, the Play Store, Hangouts and Google Plus. The new style is referred to as "moonshine" and will give them a much flatter look, somewhat similar to how the web apps icons look, which have a…

Unroot Nexus 9 and Relock the Bootloader on Android 5.0 Lollipop

Google, MobileAugust 17, 20190Comments

How to unroot Nexus 9 and relock the bootloader on the new Nexus 9 running Android 5.0 Lollipop. Unrooting your device allows you to restore it to how it was when you first purchased it by restoring the Factory Image.This method will not only unroot your device it will also restore the voided warranty and…