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10 great new features in Android 7.0 Nougat

Raheem Hacker 1/23/2017 05:40:00 pm Android

10 New Features of Android 7.0 N

Google has released the developer preview of its upcoming Android OS version, Android N, at the Google I/O 2016 event in the San Francisco Bay Area. While it’s not the final version, this developer preview gives app makers and users some hints about what’s coming in the next version of the Android mobile OS.

There are plenty of new features introduced in Android 7.0 N, including revamped notifications, better battery life, multi-window support, and many more.

Although it’s not clear whether Android N will be named ‘Nectar’, ‘Nougat’, ‘Nutella’, or after some other sweet or dessert, but the company has revealed some of the software’s key features. Here’s a list of new features and improvement that Google has introduced in Android 7.0 N.

Notification Enhancements

Google has redesigned notifications in Android N which will include bundled notifications, template updates, and direct reply. With notification template update, the hero image and avatar will get more emphasis while the bundled notifications will allow system group messages together. The direct reply will allow users to respond to a SMS or text message directly within the notification pane without needing to open an app. This feature works for all messaging and IM apps, including WhatsApp.

Multi-Window Support

Android N adds support for multi-window which allow users to open two apps on the screen at once and run them side-by-side or one-above-the-other in split screen mode. The company has also added resize option for apps which can be done by dragging the divider between them. Apart from the multi-window support, Google says that users on Android TV devices will be able to put apps in picture-in-picture mode, which will allow them to continue showing content while the user browses or interacts with other apps.

Improved Google Keyboard

Google keyboard will also be getting some new features in the Android N. Users can now select different themes for stock Google Keyboard. There are 14 preset solid color themes available to choose from. Users can also use their own image as the background for the keyboard. Android N will also include new emoji characters that are Unicode 9 certified.

Android TV Recording

In Android N, Android TV users will have the ability to record and playback content from Android TV input services via new recording APIs. In addition, you will also be able to schedule a recording in advance or record while you are watching.

Enhanced Doze Mode

Google introduced Doze, a feature mode that saved battery when the device is idle, in Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Previously, the feature had only worked when the phone had remained completely undisturbed for a long time, for instance, when you’re sleeping, but now Google says Doze will also save battery any time the screen is turned off. It points out that on turning the screen on or plugging in the device will bring the device out of Doze automatically. This will help the device to improve the battery life.

Night Mode

Just like Apple’s recently released ‘Night Shift’ mode in iOS 9.3, the Night Mode in Android N allows users to adjust the screen temperature for ease of use at night. The night mode in Android N enables user dark theme across the device during night. It also applies a yellowish tint in order to suppress the blue light coming from the display. The feature also lowers brightness automatically depending on the time of the day.

You can set your phone to switch on night mode automatically, and you can even choose to use a dark theme instead of Android N’s standard black-text-on-white look. To enable it, go toSettings -> System UI Tuner -> Color and appearance -> Night mode.

Data Saver

Data Saver is a new feature that helps reduce cellular data use by apps. When enabled, the system will block background data and will also signal apps to use less data in the foreground wherever possible. Users will also get an option to select specific apps to run in the background and use data even when Data Saver mode is enabled. So if you don’t have access to a Wi-Fi connection all day and don’t want your device using a bunch of data while you’re not using your phone, this new feature is for you.

Project Svelte Background Optimizations

With Android N, Google introduced a project called ‘Project Svelte’ which is an effort to optimize the way apps run in the background. The new project is focused on optimizing the RAM usage by the apps and the system. The company is doing this by removing three intent broadcasts, which could wake up multiple apps at once thereby conserving battery life and increasing memory usage.

Number Blocking

Android N is coming up with native number blocking feature which allow users to block the number at the system level. It provides a framework API to let service providers maintain a blocked-number list. The default SMS app, the default phone app, and provider apps can read from and write to the blocked-number list.

Call Screening

The dialer app on Android N also supports call screening, which not only lets you reject calls from telemarketers & spammers but also make sure that those calls don’t reach your call log or your notifications.

Like previous versions of Android, the final consumer version of Android N won’t land until later in the year, usually around October, but you can download the developer preview now if you have a Nexus Phone like Nexus 5x, 6, 6P, 9, Nexus Player, or Pixel C tablet.

How To Speed Up Your Android Mobile

Raheem Hacker 1/23/2017 05:31:00 pm Android

5 Proven Ways to Speed Up Your Android Phone

If you feel that your android phone getting slow down overtime, you are not alone. In fact, there are many Android users out there also experience the similar problem.

There are numerous reasons that can cause this thing happens such as too many apps running in the background, viruses, and so on. In this article, we will show you some proven ways to speed up your Android phone.

Turn off live wallpaper
Although the live wallpaper can make your phone display look more attractive, but it can slow down the performance of your phone as the animations require power to keep it running. So by turning off live wallpaper can make your phones become slightly lighter and smoother.
Remove unused widgets
Widgets take up a lot of space in the phone which can be a major cause of performance delay. So remove unused widgets in the background to avoid performance delays.
Close applications using the Back key instead of the Home key
Pressing the Home key inside an application only put it under Standby mode, not close it. So it will keep consuming your phone memory, causing performance delay. Alternatively, hold down the Home key and select the Task Manager. It will display running applications and option to end it.
Move apps to the SD card
Like a PC, android phone will run much faster and smoother with sufficient amounts of free memory. By moving apps to SD card, you can free up some much-needed space while still keeping your apps close at hand. Learn more about How to Move Apps to SD Card on Android Phone.
Install the App 2 SD app from google play store for free.
Launch the apps
Let’s App 2 SD to generate and build the application list.
Clear the app cache if you see a prompt message.
In the main interface, you will see all the apps which can be moved to SD card. Tap on the app that you want to move to SD card. In this example, I’ve chosen the Skype app.
Factory reset
If you have tried all the above steps but the problem still remains, performing a factory reset could be last option that you can take. The problem you are having with your Android phone might be caused by the apps you have installed and the changes you have made. By resetting your phone to its factory settings will bring it back to the original state, “as new” condition.

How To Install Linux Ubuntu

Raheem Hacker 1/23/2017 03:16:00 pm computer

How to Install Linux on PC – Ubuntu Step by Step Guide...

Learn How to Install Linux on PC.Ubuntu is a linux Operating System. It is a very firm OS for developers. Read step by step guide to install linux on PC.

Linux Installation Overview Ubuntu has some pre-installed tweaks that we cant forget. It is a freeware, so you can download it from its official website Here. In this tutorial, you will learn to install Ubuntu OS on your PC. Just follow the given instructions step by step.

Step#1 There are two ways of installing Ubuntu OS on your PC.

CD/DVD
USB

You can also download linux iso from here.

If you are using a CD/DVD, Restart your computer and Insert your disk.There you will see is an option to ‘BOOT FROM DVD”. Select it and next you will be watching is a ‘WELCOME’ Screen. Now choose your language and begin the installation. How to Install Linux on PC – Steps With Screenshots If your are using a USB drive. Press F12 key continuously and then you will get your BOOT options. Select on ‘BOOT FROM USB”. Select it, choose your language and begin the installation.

How to Install Linux on PC – Steps With Screenshots If your are using a USB drive. Press F12 key continuously and then you will get your BOOT options. Select on ‘BOOT FROM USB”. Select it, choose your language and begin the installation.

Step#2 The next step is to prepare your PC for installing Ubuntu. It will check that your PC is connected to a POWER SOURCE and you have enough space yo install the OS on your drive.

Step#3 While installing the OS there is an option to Download the updates. If you want to download check on it and select your Wi-Fi Connection and give it the WEP key, if you have one.

Step#4 Now Allocate the drive to install your OS. If you are a windows user and also have windows installed on your drive, you can use both on your PC but once at a time. If you want to clear the drive and only want to use Ubuntu then select the second option. If you are an Advance User and want to Install it by your own way then select ‘SOMETHING ELSE’.

Step#5 Ubuntu needs 4.8 GB of space to install. If you have selected the Installation type then click on the drive to install. Don’t worry about installing it along windows.It is easy and simple, also very safe to use. You can uninstall any of the OS at any-time.

Step#6 Select you location and Proceed to ‘Forward’. If you are connected to Internet, it will auto detect your location. If its wrong then change it.

Step#7 Select your ‘Preferred Keyboard Layout’, if you dont know what it means then click on ‘AUTO DETECT’.

Step#8 Now Setup you Login Credentials, it will require your name, Username and Password.

Step#9 While Ubuntu Installs its Important components Grab a cup of coffee and learn more about Using Ubuntu.

Conclusion – You successfully Installed Linux on PC If you have followed the above tutorial with step by step. Linux is very secure and high performing as compared to windows. Let us know if you faced any issues during Linux installation on PC.

Windows 10 Installation Guide

Raheem Hacker 1/21/2017 03:42:00 pm computer

Windows 10 Installation Guide

here are all of the installation steps if you’re booting from a flash drive, although you could just remember the word “Next” and get through it fine. Just remember to choose Upgrade when prompted unless you’ve previously upgraded and activated Windows 10 on this computer.

When you first boot the computer you’ll see a screen like this one:

.Click Next and you’ll be taken to the Install now button screen. Which obviously you should click.

At this point you can choose whether you want to upgrade Windows or install a new custom install. Since we’re recommending that everybody install into a virtual machine or on a test PC, you should select Custom here.

Update: You should probably choose to Upgrade the first time, because the license key might not work otherwise.

At this point you’ll need to pick where to install Windows 10. You might need to delete or create a partition, but if you are using a virtual machine, you can just click Next.

And now it will install.

Once the PC reboots again, you’ll be able to select the settings like whether Windows Updates are enabled (they aren’t allowed to be disabled in the preview). We’d recommend just using the express settings if you are using a test machine — use Custom if you’re really going to use the computer.

And now you can sign into your Microsoft account. We’d recommend using a Microsoft account because otherwise you won’t be able to use half of the new features and you may as well use Linux or stick with Windows 7.

If you’ve setup your account properly you’ll probably be asked to verify it in the middle. We excluded those steps from this article, but they are pretty simple.

Now you’ll be asked how to setup the PC. Since we wanted to test everything as a new computer, we chose to set it up as a new PC instead, but you could copy all your settings from another computer if you wanted to.

Want to use OneDrive? It’s nicely integrated into Windows, so we just left it alone.

And now a colorful screen that tells us things are happening.

And finally, we are at the desktop! Note that the desktop on the full release of Windows 10 looks different, and this screenshot came from a pre-release version.

Now click that Start button. Click it. You know you want to.

Windows 8 Installation Guide

Raheem Hacker 1/21/2017 02:52:00 pm computer

How To Install Windows 8

Windows 8 Installation Guide / Tutorial

The Windows 8 is finally here.

The installation process is just like Windows 7 setup and can be completed in just around 25 minutes.This

surely indicates the performance improvements Microsoft has put on this Windows 7 replacement.

Setting up your Computer & BIOS changes (If required).

Now reboot your computer after popping in the all new Windows 8 DVD you just created in to the DVD

Drive. In most cases if you do this you'll automatically boot in to the Windows 8 Installation DVD. But in

some cases if the Boot device order is changed in the BIOS it may boot in to your older OS, instead of our

DVD.In that case you'll need to change the BIOS settings to get it done (More details in a different tutorial).

Booting Up and First Installation Steps

Steps from here are pretty straight forward. Read the descriptions in each pages before clicking the Next

button to avoid any disasters. If there are options to choose in these steps,you may find them with each image.

You may choose your Language options by selecting the dropdowns 'Language to install', 'Time and Currency format' and 'Keyboard or input method' here.I decided to leave everything to 'US' but it would be better for selecting the correct settings here for non-English users.

This screen is where the installation wizard begins.The install now options will leads to the advanced

install options. For repairing a corrupt installation the 'Repair your computer' button located at the bottom-left can be used. For fresh installs just click the Install now button.

Key in the Product Key from the Microsoft sticker located on the side of the tower.

Note that the key consists of letters and numbers.They can easily be misread as they are similar

(0 - O, 1 - 1, 2 - Z, 4 - A, 5 – S, 8 – B) and Microsoft server will automatically reject wrong keys.

Tick the 'I accept the license terms' checkbox and click 'Next' to proceed.

This screen provides two options, Upgrade and Custom (advanced). The upgrade option is for those who wish to upgrade an existing installation of Windows 8. We will opt for the second option here, the Custom install.

Click the Drive options (advanced) for advanced partition management options like 'Delete', 'Format', 'New' and 'Extend'. To create a new partition,click the “New” button. But if you have list of partitions in the previous screen, choose the one where you are planning to install windows 8 and click Format. Then click 'Next' to proceed. If you are not familiar with partitioning, we recommend that you let Windows automatically select the correct one for you.

Make sure the drive doesn't have any important data before you click “Format” because Windows 8 installation will wipe-out the contents of drive C (see pop-up warning in next snapshot).

All right, we are all set. The Windows 8 installation begins.Time to grab a cup of coffee for and wait for 15 - 30 minutes for the all new OS!

How To Install Windows 7 Step By Step Method For Beginners

Raheem Hacker 1/21/2017 12:20:00 pm computer

HOW TO INSTALL WINDOWS 7 STEP BY STEP

Step#1 Turn ON your PC and Press ‘F2’ Continuously. There will come up and option to boot through CD/DVD. Select that option. Windows will start loading its files.

Step#2 Now you will get the Windows Setup Window. This is the part to select Language for your windows. Select ‘English’ and click Next. Also there will be a ‘INSTALL NOW’ button. Click on it and proceed to next step.

Step#3 There will be a license agreement. Check on ‘I ACCEPT’ and proceed to NEXT. After that there will be an option to install windows. ‘UPGRADE’ and ‘CUSTOM’. Right now we are installing a clean version so Click on CUSTOM.

Step#4 In this step you will do partitioning of your drive. Be careful, this is the most important part of the Installation. In this you will allocate spaces to your drive. If you want to create a new drive, simply click on a drive and then click ‘NEW’. A new drive will be created.

Step#5 When you have created the drives, Simply Select the drive in which you want to install windows. Click ‘Format’, this will erase all the previous data on you that drive. Click on ‘NEXT’ to proceed.

Step#6 Now you windows will start installing its files. Grab a cup of coffee and wait for a few minutes while it install. During this process don’t plug in or off your device. It might cause interruption and you might loose your data and have to begin the process all over again.

Step#7 Now when you files are installed. Your PC will be rebooted and now you will see is a ‘User Settings’ Screen. Simply add your Name and password and proceed to ‘NEXT’

Step#8 In this step you have to activate your windows. Simply look at the back of your Windows CD/DVD cover there will be a PRODUCT KEY. Add this key into your PC and Click ‘NEXT’

Step#9 Now you have Installed you windows. Give the desired information the Windows Step guide will ask, like Time Zone, Update Timing and Your Computers location. There are three types of location. ‘WORK’, ‘PUBLIC’ and ‘HOME’. Select on anyone of the them according to your location. It only add sharing security according to your location..