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Google Glass Has Been Jailbroken
Apr 27th
Google released a developer’s version of Google Glass to App developers last week (it is set to be released to the public some time in 2014), and just a few days later the device has already been hacked. Well-known “jailbreaker” Jay Freeman who has the nickname “Saurik” in the hacker circles announced via a Twitter post last Friday that he has hacked his device. Jailbreaking is a term used by hackers to describe hacking into the root software of the device and modifying it to circumvent most manufacturer restrictions. Read More
Google Launches Site To Inspire Us For Earth Day
Apr 22nd
Google, in line with Earth day celebrations launched theirGoogle Nature’s Engineers site to show their support for green technology. The site features some plants and animals that Google deems to have abilities and qualities that humans can emulate to protect nature and the environment. The Bear which Google says is an example of energy conservation during hibernation, the Remora (fish) for ride sharing and Aspens (trees) for communities. Read More
60K Low Quality Apps Dropped from Google Play
Apr 8th
Google just dropped an estimated 60,000 low quality, and potentially malware carrying apps from the Google Play store. It is estimated by many and openly stated by Google that their store contains around 700,000 apps. The reason for most of the deletions is that the content directly violates some of Google Play’s Terms of Service. The most affected apps are those in the mp3/ringtone category, some of the deletions are due to the fact that some of these apps violate their terms of service regarding music but most are taken down for quality purposes. Some of the deletions also include apps that violate their spamming and ranking terms of service. Shown here is the section of the terms of service that removed apps violated. Read More
A new story coming in from Google’s All New Gmail Blue Is Here
Mar 31st
Google never fails to do something for April Fool’s Day, and this time its the all new Gmail Blue. What’s that all about? Nothing so highly fascinating, just that everything in Gmail will now be completely blue. The entire screen will be full with shades of blue when you’re on Gmail. Read More
Gmail’s New Email Compose Option Will Now Be The Default Option
Mar 28th
Google has just rolled out a new change to Gmail whereby the all new email compose option that the company introduced last October will now be the default option for all users. The new compose window opens in the bottom right corner of the screen and allows the user to multitask by not covering the entire screen. Read More
Have Fun While Reading in “Kids Reading” for Android (REVIEW)
Mar 17th
There’s no doubt that nowadays the younger generation is much more engaged into technology, than we were when we were young. Many developers took advantage of this scenario and developed some amazing and unique applications, to help children have fun with technology, while they learn their basic skills! One such app, is called “Kids Reading,” which is what we are going to be reviewing. In short, it is an amazing application, geared towards preschool kids. Read More
Google Reader Shuts Down, Sparks 50,000+ Strong Petition
Mar 14th
Google recently announced that they will be shutting down the popular RSS service – Google Reader. Effective from July 1st, 2013, Google will no longer be supporting Google Reader and its API won’t be functioning as desired. Most of the popular RSS services like Reeder and Feedly that thrive on the Google Reader API have been going bonkers regarding the news. Some even plan to release their own type of Google Reader service. Read More
HTC One – Is This The Phone You Want?
Feb 19th
Overview:
HTC moments ago released their new flagship phone for 2013, the HTC One. And it is nothing short of a killer device. So what’s so special about this phone that Apple and Samsung fanboys need to know about? Read on for more details on the new device.
Google’s Wireless Charger for Nexus 4 Now Available for $59.99
Feb 11th
Google’s inspirational wireless Nexus 4 charger is now available via Google Play for $59.99. Google expects to begin shipping orders in less than a week. It looks like half of a ball. The design appears to be quite sleek at first glance. The charger weighs just 130g and has a charging time of approximately 4 hours. Read More
