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Showing posts with label Android. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Android. Show all posts
Sunday, 17 July 2011
Sunday, 26 June 2011
How to Create an Android App for a Website in Two Minutes
Posted by heshamtecom on 14:23
If you are a webmaster or just a normal person who want to build an Android app for his favorite websites without having to code, then, you should read this article.
Wednesday, 8 June 2011
Top 5 Android Features iPhone Doesn't Have
Posted by heshamtecom on 13:47
Android and iOS are the dominant smartphone players in the market. Each of which offers valuable features to their costumers.
Sunday, 5 June 2011
5 Coolest Android Apps
Posted by heshamtecom on 16:02
With more than 200,000 apps, Android Market become on of the largest App Market on the planet. Among these apps, there are some good apps, some bad and some are just awesome that will blow your mind. Here is a list of 5 of the coolest apps you would ever come across.
Friday
Not everyone has a photographic memory, and that's why Friday here to help. Although we get frustrated if we knew that someone is recording our movement, however, being able to monitor ourselves is really nice to have option. Friday, is an Android app that works in the background recording every and each event that happens in your phone. It does that by analyzing your phone messages, calls, emails and locations and then you can ask Friday what ever question you want to ask. For instance, you can ask " When was the last time I called my mother?", and Friday will answer back !!. Friday has been developed to grant users the ability of "Forget to remember". It's still in alpha version, and you must get an invitation to run it. Use this link to ask for invitation, wait for a couple of weeks and you will get an email from Friday telling you what to do.
GPS Alarm
Have you ever overslept in train and missed you station? well, don't worry any more, GPS Alarm will remind you once you get close to your desired destination. It achieve that by accessing current GPS information, and comparing it with the pre-defined location that you set-up before starting your journey.
Bump
Want to share some stuff with your friend in easy way, well, try Bump and you will be impressed. Bump enable you to share photos, videos, apps or even contacts by bumping the two phones together. Bump can also work cross-platform with iphone or ipad as long as Bump is installed in both devices.
Number Guru
Sometimes we get calls from unknown numbers, whether it was telemarketing or spammer, our curiosity will push us toward investigating who was the caller. To find out who, you'll probably head to your computer, open Google.com and do a little search. Number Gurus will ease this hassle, you can instantly do a reverse-lookup for any number as easy as launching the app, typing or copying/pasting the number and you get results straight away.
Last but not least, the revolutionary search tool provide by Goggle. Goggles let users search using pictures taken by mobile camera which make it easy to search for stuff that aren't easy to describe. Whenever you want to search for something, just launch the app, snap a picture and get the results on the go. Watch this video to clarify this mystery!!
Have a look on those articles and discover other interesting Android apps.
- ESET Mobile Security for Android Beta is Available to Download
- Skyfire 4.0.3 for Android is Now Available to Download
- Run Android on Windows using Vmware
- Run Android on Windows with BlueStacks
Saturday, 4 June 2011
Run Android on Windows using Vmware
Posted by heshamtecom on 19:01
As many people prefer to use Android OS before they buy an Android Tablet, I have made a short video tutorial showing in step-by-step how to run Android on Windows using Vmware.
These steps can be used to run Android on Linux using VirtualBox.
You can also refer to this post for more option on how to run Android on Windows.
Also, some companies start rolling out their dual-boot tablet which can run Android and Windows such as ViewSonic ViewPad 10 Pro
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These steps can be used to run Android on Linux using VirtualBox.
You can also refer to this post for more option on how to run Android on Windows.
Also, some companies start rolling out their dual-boot tablet which can run Android and Windows such as ViewSonic ViewPad 10 Pro
.Monday, 30 May 2011
Run Android on Windows with BlueStacks
Posted by heshamtecom on 23:06
Have you been struggling to decide between Android or Windows!! well, with BlueStacks, you can have them both.
The idea behind BlueStacks is to have applications developed for different operating systems to run simultaneously side-by-side on the same computer.
BlueStacks run Android OS and its Apps on Windows-based PC by virtualizing Android using lightweight and optimized Hypervisor. Users can choose between installing Android app directly to their Windows desktop or alternatively, having the full-blown Android environment where they can instantly switch to Windows environment with one click, which eliminate the need of carrying Windows and Android devices.
- Simultaneously run Android on Windows PC.
- Support of Android apps, users can search, downlaod and install apps from varity of App stores such as AmazonAppStore, GetJar and SlideME.
- Paid app from AmazonAppStore can be shared to multiple PCs.
- Seamless experience, users can switch between Windows and Android in on touch.
- Support wide variety of peripherals to be used in Android such as USB, camera and printers.
- Flash contents can be played, which is not full supported by Android yet.
BlueStacks software is not available yet, however alpha testing will begin this summer. You can sign up for Alpha version from BlueStacks website, and they will send you the Beta once it's ready for testing.
Drawbacks:
The only downside I can see is the lack of supporting Android Market. App from Android Market cannot be installed on the virtualized Android.
Future Look A Head
BlueStacks technology is very impressive and flexible as it support many different combination of operating systems. Currently, it support Android on Windows, furthermore, in the near future, it will support Android on Windows 8, Android on Chrome OS and surprisingly, Windows on Android !!.
Wednesday, 25 May 2011
ESET Mobile Security for Android Beta is Now Available
Posted by heshamtecom on 13:43
It seems that the Android's security flaw which has been discovered last week, motivated security companies to launch their mobile security software to the leading Smartphone OS platform.
Monday, 23 May 2011
Firefox Beta 5.0 for Android is Now Available for Download
Posted by heshamtecom on 02:02
Earlier version of Firefox was so poor, bloated, extremely slow in addition to the huge file size. Subsequently it did not attract many users, however, this new update tend to fix all mentioned problem.
The beta Firefox 5.0 is available in Android Market as a stand-alone app, so if you install it, it will not affect or jeopardize the main Firefox 4.0 (if you have it already installed) to enable users to test it and even make comparison between the two version simultaneously.
What's New?
Firefox 5.0 Beta has got speed improvement specially on start-up as well as page load, smooth tabbing and the support of CSS3 animation.One of the main advantages of Firefox browser, is the ability to synchronize all your history, bookmarks and even passwords with you Desktop Firefox, so you can actually start your shopping using your mobile, and finish it in your computer once you got home.
Another advantages is the Add-On support which most of Firefox users used to have in the Desktop version; Add-On feature provide great flexibility enabling user to personalize add more functionality to the browser.
The only disadvantage is that Firefox does not support Flash, however, Firefox developers stated on their website that they are working on ways to get the Flash supported using plugins in the next releases.
How can I install it?
Firefox 5.0 Beta is available in Android Market under the name "Firefox beta" or by scanning the following QR.
Saturday, 21 May 2011
Skyfire 4.0.3 for Android is Now Available to Download
Posted by heshamtecom on 21:27
If you are not familiar with Skyfire, it is basically the best smartphone browser as it the only one that support Flash contents to be played while surfing. A thrilling news for all Skyfire Browser fans, Skyfire 4.0.3 is now available for download in Android Market. With over 5 millions downloads, Skyfire become one of the world's most popular browsers beside being the world's most sociable browser, with a unique features such as the configurable and scrollable bottom Skybar that enable user to easily access fourteen different features (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, etc) .
The new update has fixed the minor bug experienced in Skyfire 4.0 such as uploading file problem, "I Like' it" and "Popular" buttons bugs. The update also provide improved Twitter experience, enhanced security and stability. Last but not least, Skyfire 4.0.3 supports Honeycomb (The latest Android OS version) users with a special support of Motorola Xoom Tablet's Hardware Acceleration which makes Skyfire even more faster.
To learn more about Skyfire, please visit Skyfire website.
Actually, what I like most in Skyfire, is the ability to play Flash videos, it is in fact a vital advantaged over all comptitors such as Dolphin Browser and Firefox for those who run Android 2.1 and earlier. Also, there is another cool feature; it is the user switching button at the top bar which enable users to switch between desktop version and mobile version providing a magical flexibility and optimized surfing experience.
Dolphin Browser HD 5.0 BETA 2 is Now Available to Download
Posted by heshamtecom on 01:57
Dolphin browser is one the best browsers in Android Market. Generally, it has replaced the built-in Android browser as the majority of Android users are using it. Dolphin fans who are waiting for the next update, it is now available on public for download. The new version come with new features such as the new interface (which looks like Chrome Browser), brand new design of Bookmark side bar with the support of folders and of course fix bugs accrued in beta 1. This version tend to be more stable, fast and more user-friendly.
Dolphin 5 BETA is not available yet in Android Market, however, you can download it from here or from the QR below, save it to your SD card, locate it using any file explorer and install it to enjoy.
Although I love Dolphin Browser, but I still prefer SkyFire because of its support of Flash, which is unique feature and no other browsers support this important plug-in.
Wednesday, 18 May 2011
Andriod Phones Leaks Your Personal Data
Posted by heshamtecom on 23:09
A big shock has raised today to all Android users regarding security flaw. The shock is that Android OS s are vulnerable to hackers who can steal personal information stored in Calenders, Contact and personal photos stored in Picasa.
Tuesday, 17 May 2011
BitDefender Releases Mobile Security BETA for Android
Posted by heshamtecom on 18:36
Yesterday, May,16,2011 , BitDefender, the leader security software company has announced on a beta version of Mobile Security for Android. It uses cloud scanning technology which will in turn make the software light, efficient and always up-to-date for future threats.
Because Android is an open-source OS, it is open to all developer and companies, unfortunately it is open to malicious hacker too (See this post for more information). Many Trojan malware has been detected in the Android Market, although it has been cleaned quickly, yet, installing un-signed application is still a big threat.
After Installation, BitDefender will scan each app you download from the Market and give you a report whether the app is clean and safe to use or not.
Because Android is an open-source OS, it is open to all developer and companies, unfortunately it is open to malicious hacker too (See this post for more information). Many Trojan malware has been detected in the Android Market, although it has been cleaned quickly, yet, installing un-signed application is still a big threat.
After Installation, BitDefender will scan each app you download from the Market and give you a report whether the app is clean and safe to use or not.
BidDefender app (for Android) can be installed using three methods:
- From the Android Market,
- By visiting http://m.bitdefender.com/ from your Android device.
- By scanning the following QR.
Monday, 16 May 2011
How To Save Webpages to be Read Later at Your Convenience Using PC or Android Device
Posted by heshamtecom on 00:25
Sometimes when you do your routine check on the net, you come across some websites that attract you, yet, you do not have the time to read them. Similarly, if you use your mobile for surfing, you might face the same situation.
If you search the web for a solution, you may find a browser extension that do so such as Firefox or Chrome Read Later exttension, but what about having all you saved pages from you PC, Laptop or smartphone at one place!!. In fact, that is what Instapaper.com do. It provides a simple way of saving and synchronize all your wanted webpages at their servers, using their website for PC ad laptop user and their mobile app for smartphone.
The following tutorial guide you to how to use Instapaper website and their Android app.
Tuesday, 10 May 2011
Viber beta coming soon to Android
Posted by heshamtecom on 08:32
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Viber app for those who have no idea about it, is an application that let you make high quality and free voice call SMS between Viber users either in 3G or WiFi, in addition, it support SMS as well. It is very popular to iPhone users, but now the company decided to give it a try on Android platform, not only this, but promised to provide unique features to its Android edition such as Full Screen calls, pop-up windows for SMS that allows you to reply without actually having to open the app and also, full integration with your address book.
The app still in beta, and not available on Android Market yet, if you would like to test the app, you have to fill a form from this link, providing your email address, and the company will send you the app in the next couple of weeks.
Here is a Demo video from Viber engineer demonstrate first-look on the app installed on Android device.
