Wednesday, 3 September 2014
iPhone 6,64GB may adopt sapphire screen as test
64GB iPhone 6 may adopt sapphire screen as test -- analyst
Apple may test the waters of a sapphire-screened phone by limiting the tough but pricey material to a single version of the next iPhone this year, claims analyst Gene Munster.
The much-rumored sapphire screen could pop up on the iPhone 6 after all, but only on the 64GB model. At least that's the latest speculation from Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster.
Debate has surfaced as to whether Apple will upgrade the displays of its next-generation iPhone to sapphire as a way to entice customers with tougher, more scratch-resistant screens. Fans of sapphire say the material is harder than the Gorilla Glass currently used on iPhone screens and therefore is more difficult to break. But producing and cutting sapphire glass into the right shape is an expensive process, creating a challenge in mass production.
Instead of upgrading all the new iPhones to sapphire, Munster thinks Apple may limit its use.
"We believe that Apple may upgrade the screen of the 64GB versions of the iPhone 6 to sapphire as an early market test to see consumer feedback for sapphire screen phones with the eventual intention of moving the whole product line to sapphire within 2 years (i.e., iPhone 7)," the analyst said in an investors report released Tuesday. "We believe that the 64GB device could make up 30 percent of units if sapphire were an additional feature based on our prior survey work from the iPhone 5S launch, which suggests that 25 percent of buyers opt for the 64GB capacity."
Munster expects Apple to unveil both a 4.6-inch and a 5.5-inch iPhone at Apple's September 9 launch event. The analyst also believes the new lineup will include near-field communications (NFC). As such, he predicts that there's a 70 percent chance that Apple will announce some type of mobile payments system. As a mobile communications platform, NFC can serve a variety of functions. But its main appeal is enabling you to pay for items on the go using your mobile phone.
And what does Munster see for Apple's use of NFC?
"In terms of what the initial payments offering could be, we believe it could be a partnership to enable NFC use within Apple Stores or other specific retail partners with NFC capability," he said. "In the medium-term, we also believe that a payments product could ultimately be integrated with iBeacons to create a full retail technology solution."
And what of the iWatch? Munster gives that just a 50/50 chance of being announced on September 9.
"Our rationale is that Apple seems less likely to launch a new product category alongside the phone when it could dilute some of the attention from the core product vs. launching alongside iPads, which are expected to get more modest updates," he said. "Regardless, we believe that if the watch is not announced at the 9/9 event, it will be announced at an October/November iPad event and be available during the holiday quarter."
Finally, Munster forecasts Apple selling more than 6.5 million iPhone 6 units during the launch weekend, which would be a 20 percent jump over the opening weekend numbers for the iPhone 5S.
CNET will be on hand to live-blog Apple's launch event next week.
Sunday, 31 August 2014
Ultimate Guide to Build a Custom Windows Computer from Scratch
Ultimate Guide to Build a Custom Windows Computer from Scratch
Building a custom computer is something most people won't even consider when it's time to replace the old one. While there is wide variety of off the shelf computers available today, a custom computer system offers several advantages over their store bought counterparts.
The biggest advantage of a custom built computer is that it can be created specifically to suite your needs. For example, a computer being used to design buildings with a CAD program is much different than a computer managing inventories at a warehouse.
Another bonus is that, every part on a custom computer can be upgraded if needed. In the end you will not only have a better computer, but you will also have saved a lot of money in the process.
To build a computer you will need several parts. The basic parts you will need are a...
Along with the parts that will make up the computer, you will need...
As mentioned before, the biggest advantage of a custom computer is the fact that it can be made to suite your requirements. To meet these requirements you will need to buy an array of parts that will work together. Without getting too nitty gritty, here is a basic explanation of the parts that make up a computer.
Bigger cases have room for more components whereas a smaller case will only limit you to the basic necessities. Also, some cases have "luxury features" like built in headphone jacks or USB ports that are in easily assessable areas.
Once you have done your research and have bought your parts, it's time to start the building process. Before any building begins though, you need to discharge yourself of any static electricity. A static shock can easily destroy computer parts, so before you touch any bare computer parts, find something that is made of metal and is grounded to touch. A door handle should work just fine. (This will cause the negative electrons from your body to go back into the earth like lightning does)
The first step in building a computer begins with the assembly of the motherboard. This includes the CPU and memory sticks. The CPU chip will have a notched corner that will align perfectly with another notched corner on the motherboard.
Once you have the chip positioned, you simply drop it right in place without using any pressure. Once seated, you can then slide the lever arm that's on the motherboard to lock the CPU in place.
After that, you'll need to install the heat sink, which is done by peeling off the tape off of the back of the heat sink and sticking on top of the CPU
The biggest advantage of a custom built computer is that it can be created specifically to suite your needs. For example, a computer being used to design buildings with a CAD program is much different than a computer managing inventories at a warehouse.
Another bonus is that, every part on a custom computer can be upgraded if needed. In the end you will not only have a better computer, but you will also have saved a lot of money in the process.
To build a computer you will need several parts. The basic parts you will need are a...
- Case
- Power Supply
- Motherboard
- Processor/CPU
- RAM/Memory
- Hard Drive
- Video Card
- Sound Card
- CD/DVD Drive
- Mouse, keyboard, speakers and monitor.
- An Operating System. (Any newer version of Windows)
Along with the parts that will make up the computer, you will need...
- A couple small screwdrivers
- A decent sized work area work area (a desk will work)
- A pair of gentle hands
- Some Patience
As mentioned before, the biggest advantage of a custom computer is the fact that it can be made to suite your requirements. To meet these requirements you will need to buy an array of parts that will work together. Without getting too nitty gritty, here is a basic explanation of the parts that make up a computer.
Computer Case:
A computer case is what holds all of your computers components together and protects them from the elements. All cases do pretty much the same thing but there are several things to look for when buying a case. Aside from the color and styling, there are different sizes to choose from.Bigger cases have room for more components whereas a smaller case will only limit you to the basic necessities. Also, some cases have "luxury features" like built in headphone jacks or USB ports that are in easily assessable areas.
Power Supply:
The power supply converts 120 volt ac power from your wall into various dc voltages needed to run the components. The biggest factor when choosing a power supply is choosing the correct wattage. More components require more power, so a computer with lots of components will need a power supply that supports a higher wattage. Wattages usually range from 300watts to 800watts.MotherBoard:
The heart of any computer system is the motherboard. The motherboard is a giant circuit board that connects all of your computers components together, similar to the veins, arteries and nerves of the human body. The motherboard is the most critical part of your computer system and a lot of time and extensive research should be put into choosing the correct motherboard for your system. Lots of computer companies have their own standards for parts, so it is important to choose a motherboard that will be compatible with the rest of your components.The CPU:
The Central Processing Unit or CPU chip is the brain behind your whole computer system. It performs all the calculations and executes all the computers processes. CPU chips are rated in GHz. The higher the GHz rating equates to a faster and more responsive computer. In the end, the speed of your CPU will dictate the maximum level of performance your computer can offer. It is recommended that you buy a CPU chip that is a little faster than needed, so that you can leave room for upgrades in the future.The RAM:
Random Access Memory or RAM comes in the form of a memory stick and fits into a slot on the motherboard. Having more RAM helps maintain the speed at which your computer is operating when multiple processes are happening simultaneously. This in turn reduces the amount of time your computer has to load. (Adding more RAM is like adding additional lanes onto a highway so that traffic will keep moving during rush hour.) Upgrading your RAM is very easy and cost effective since you just have to install additional memory sticks instead of replacing the existing ones.The HDD:
The hard drive is what stores all of the computers data. A larger hard drive or multiple hard drives will be able to store more data. Movies, songs, games and programs take up lots of space, so if you intend on storing these on your computer, it would be a good idea to get a hard drive with more capacity or multiple hard drives. A backup hard drive could also be a good form of insurance if you intend on storing a lot of important data on your computer. Hard drives are usually one of the first components of a computer to fail, and when they do you usually lose everything that had been stored on your computer.Video Card:
The video card is the device which creates the image on your monitor. A computer used for multimedia videos, gaming, or photo editing will greatly benefit from a faster and higher performance video card. It will be able to create sharper images and it will be able to process images quicker for smoother transitions.Sound Card:
The sound card is the device which translates numerical codes into pulses that your speakers use to create different sounds. A quality sound card along with a good set of speakers will help to create better sound quality, which is ideal for a computer that will be used for entertainment.Once you have done your research and have bought your parts, it's time to start the building process. Before any building begins though, you need to discharge yourself of any static electricity. A static shock can easily destroy computer parts, so before you touch any bare computer parts, find something that is made of metal and is grounded to touch. A door handle should work just fine. (This will cause the negative electrons from your body to go back into the earth like lightning does)
Building Custom Computer from Scratch
Once you have the chip positioned, you simply drop it right in place without using any pressure. Once seated, you can then slide the lever arm that's on the motherboard to lock the CPU in place.
After that, you'll need to install the heat sink, which is done by peeling off the tape off of the back of the heat sink and sticking on top of the CPU
Next you will need to install the RAM memory sticks. On the motherboard there will several slots marked channel 1, channel 2 and so on. The memory sticks need to be pressed into the slots very gently, and then they need to latched in place with the clamps that are located on each side of the slots.
Now it is time to start assembling the case. After removing the case's cover (some cases are different, but most case covers slide right off) you can then begin to install the power supply.
The case will already have a space cut out at the top rear where the power supply fits into place. To mount the power supply, you will need to locate the four screws that came with it, and insert them through the pre drill holes at the back of the case.
It's a good idea, to support the power supply with one hand and insert the screws with the other hand. Once all four screws are loosely fitted you can then grab a screwdriver and tighten them up. After the power supply is secured, it is time to put the mother board in.
The mother board will be positioned vertically beneath the power supply and will be mounted to the left side of the case. Like the power supply, the motherboard will align with holes that have been predrilled into the case. The only difference with this is that you will need to install a set of spacers in-between the case and motherboard, so that the motherboard has about a quarter inch air gap.
Once the motherboard is mounted, you can then connect the power leads from the power supply to the mother board. There will be one small connector and one large connector that fit into matching slots on the motherboard.
After installing the motherboard you can proceed on to installing the hard drive. Inside the case you will find a bracket that is wide enough to accept a hard drive. Simply slide the hard drive into the bracket, and use the 4 screws that are provided to lock it in place. The hard drive will come with a ribbon cable (long flat cable) that attaches the hard drive to the motherboard.
You will also need to grab another power lead from the power supply and plug it into the hard drive. The CD/DVD-rom drive installs very similarly to the hard drive. It slides into a bracket, is held in by four screws, and requires a ribbon cable to be connected to the motherboard and a power lead to the power supply. The only difference is you will need to pop out a faceplate in the front of the case so the CD/DVD drive can open.
This completes the basic setup to get a computer running. You can now connect your, mouse, keyboard and monitor and turn the computer on for the first time. A screen will pop up asking you to put in the correct date and time. You will then insert your copy of Windows into the CD drive and it will automatically install itself.
Adding other components such as a video card, sound card, or router/modem for internet use is pretty easy. Accessories like these can be installed with minimal effort. They simply plug right into the motherboard without any wires, and only require one screw that is mounted at the back of the case to secure it.
I currently use a custom built computer that I built myself, and I have been 100% satisfied with it. I have a special video card that allows me to use two monitors instead of just one. It's a great feature and it allows me to do work much more efficiently. This is a feature I could only have with a custom computer.
Building a custom computer from scratch is actually a pretty easy process. It doesn't require any fabrication, soldering or any special tools. Once you have learned the basics, it's really just a plug and play job. The cost of a custom built computer will be less than a store bought counterpart version and the possibilities for upgrades are endless.
Now it is time to start assembling the case. After removing the case's cover (some cases are different, but most case covers slide right off) you can then begin to install the power supply.
The case will already have a space cut out at the top rear where the power supply fits into place. To mount the power supply, you will need to locate the four screws that came with it, and insert them through the pre drill holes at the back of the case.
It's a good idea, to support the power supply with one hand and insert the screws with the other hand. Once all four screws are loosely fitted you can then grab a screwdriver and tighten them up. After the power supply is secured, it is time to put the mother board in.
The mother board will be positioned vertically beneath the power supply and will be mounted to the left side of the case. Like the power supply, the motherboard will align with holes that have been predrilled into the case. The only difference with this is that you will need to install a set of spacers in-between the case and motherboard, so that the motherboard has about a quarter inch air gap.
Once the motherboard is mounted, you can then connect the power leads from the power supply to the mother board. There will be one small connector and one large connector that fit into matching slots on the motherboard.
After installing the motherboard you can proceed on to installing the hard drive. Inside the case you will find a bracket that is wide enough to accept a hard drive. Simply slide the hard drive into the bracket, and use the 4 screws that are provided to lock it in place. The hard drive will come with a ribbon cable (long flat cable) that attaches the hard drive to the motherboard.
You will also need to grab another power lead from the power supply and plug it into the hard drive. The CD/DVD-rom drive installs very similarly to the hard drive. It slides into a bracket, is held in by four screws, and requires a ribbon cable to be connected to the motherboard and a power lead to the power supply. The only difference is you will need to pop out a faceplate in the front of the case so the CD/DVD drive can open.
This completes the basic setup to get a computer running. You can now connect your, mouse, keyboard and monitor and turn the computer on for the first time. A screen will pop up asking you to put in the correct date and time. You will then insert your copy of Windows into the CD drive and it will automatically install itself.
Adding other components such as a video card, sound card, or router/modem for internet use is pretty easy. Accessories like these can be installed with minimal effort. They simply plug right into the motherboard without any wires, and only require one screw that is mounted at the back of the case to secure it.
I currently use a custom built computer that I built myself, and I have been 100% satisfied with it. I have a special video card that allows me to use two monitors instead of just one. It's a great feature and it allows me to do work much more efficiently. This is a feature I could only have with a custom computer.
Building a custom computer from scratch is actually a pretty easy process. It doesn't require any fabrication, soldering or any special tools. Once you have learned the basics, it's really just a plug and play job. The cost of a custom built computer will be less than a store bought counterpart version and the possibilities for upgrades are endless.
4 Ways to Get Paid Android Apps for Free
4 Ways to Get Paid Android Apps for Free
We love apps. We love free appAnd we love paid apps that cost nothing most of all. But we don't like pirates, so if you have an eye patch on your face and a parrot on your shoulder, be gone with ye! Having said that, there's plenty of legal ways to get paid apps for free for your Android so today we're going to share a few with you.
There are millions of premium apps available on the Google Play Store and other app stores such as Amazon, you can’t get these apps free, instead you’ve to pay in order to get your favorite app for free. Today we’re going to discuss a few ways you can get the paid andriod app free
4 Ways to Get Paid Android Apps for Free
1.App Gratis:
It offers new app for free daily. No overloading of other apps- just one app a day. Sometimes the free appsoffered by App-gratis won’t be eligible for updates. You better ignore this negativity because deals keep coming and often there is gem of an app. Nevertheless, the AppGratis deals just keep coming and there's often some real gems in there.
2. Amazon App of the day:
Amazon app store for Android is one of the best app store for mobile devices and there is no doubt that it is still giving tough competitor of Google Play store. It is doing everything to drag its consumers back from Google play store. For now they offer free app every day.
Just go to Amazon app of the day to see which app they are offering currently. Download the Amazon app of the day or grab a notification app like free app Notifier for Amazon.
3. App of the Day
App of the Day does basically the same thing as AppGratis and Amazon, offering a paid app for free (or discounted) for a limited time only. There's lots of different versions of this app, so you need to get the one relevant to your location (otherwise the Play Store will tell you it is incompatible with your devices), but once you've got it installed you can add it to your daily check list for scoring paid apps for free.
I should also note that other apps, like App Sales, let you add apps you're interested in to a watch list, so you can be notified when they go on sale. Not exactly free but still better than full price. Plus, App Sales occasionally post free apps too.
4.Google Play returns Policy:
If you are confuse whether you should pay for certain game or not this app is a must have app for you. It lets you try that game for 15 minutes. I know 15 minutes may not be enough to know the game but these minutes are more than enough to feel whether the game is worth your money or not.
These were all the possible ways to get paid android apps for free and the legal way. Hopefully you like it and give it a try if you really need some premium apps. Do let us know and share your own views in the comment section below. For Android Tips and App reviews keep visiting
How to Create a Folder without Any Name in Windows
How to Create a Folder without Any Name in Windows
we saw how to Create a Folder with name CON in Windows. Today, we will see how to create blank folder names in Windows. I have used this trick earlier on Windows Vista and Win 7and it now also works on Windows 8.1 as well. I do not remember if it worked on Windows XP and earlier.
So you must be knowing that this is not possible to create a folder without any name or folder with blank name in Windows, But Here in this tutorial you will definately learn how to do it
Using this trick, you can display a folder without a name. There is one caveat however. Your computer needs to have a Numeric keybordpad.
In case some of you do not know, Numeric keypad or NumPad is the section of the keyboard on the right side, which usually contains 17 keys, viz. 0 to 9, +, -, *, /, ., Num Lock and Enter keys. As most of us would have numpad on our keyboard or laptop, this should not be a concern. so let us proceed with
This trick is old but many people do not know these simple tricks as they are new to the Computer world. Thanks for visiting and reading this. Check out many more tricks righ
So you must be knowing that this is not possible to create a folder without any name or folder with blank name in Windows, But Here in this tutorial you will definately learn how to do it
Step to create blank folder names in Windows 8/7
Example of folders without names:
Using this trick, you can display a folder without a name. There is one caveat however. Your computer needs to have a Numeric keybordpad.
In case some of you do not know, Numeric keypad or NumPad is the section of the keyboard on the right side, which usually contains 17 keys, viz. 0 to 9, +, -, *, /, ., Num Lock and Enter keys. As most of us would have numpad on our keyboard or laptop, this should not be a concern. so let us proceed with
- To create blank folder names in Windows 8.1, right-click on the Windows desktop and select New > Folder.
- The folder will get created on the desktop.
- If you right-click the folder, select Rename and enter only spaces, the operating system will not accept it
- To remove the name and display a blank name, right-click on the folder and select Rename. Now press the Alt key and from the Numeric keypad, press 0160.
- Now press Enter or click anywhere on the desktop.
- A folder with no name will be created. Change its icon and you could have a smart looking folder on your desktop.
This trick is old but many people do not know these simple tricks as they are new to the Computer world. Thanks for visiting and reading this. Check out many more tricks righ
How to Customize VLC Media player to give a Whole New Look
How to Customize VLC Media player to give a Whole New Look
Few days ago I shared 5 Best VLC Media Player tricks, But recently i stumbled through another great vlc trick which gives your VLC a whole new look. Its about Changing The theme to get a New, Beautiful looks to VLC of your Choice.
You can even Make VLC look like Windows Media player or Winamp or itunes and the letsgoes on. There are plenty of Customized themes that can be used and the best part is they are available for free on the siteof Vlc. So let us see steps to Change VLC media player themes and from where to get it.
You can even Make VLC look like Windows Media player or Winamp or itunes and the letsgoes on. There are plenty of Customized themes that can be used and the best part is they are available for free on the siteof Vlc. So let us see steps to Change VLC media player themes and from where to get it.
How to give VLC a whole new look
Step 1: First of all Choose your Favourite Skin from the Official Site Here and Download it to your Computer(Remember the Path).
Here in the Below Picture i Gave my VLC a new Look of Winamp Media player. This looks Cool.
This theme is not available on the Official site, But to download this theme, CLICK HERE and then click ondawnload botten from Right hand side.
Full Credits goes to the Developer of this theme and Sharing with us.
Step 2: Open VLC media Player.
Step 2: Open VLC media Player.
Step 3: Press CTRL + P to Open Preferences Window or You can also click on Tools > Preferences.
Step 4: Now Click on Use Custom Skin, Now you will be asked to Choose the path, So click on Choose and navigate tot he theme file you saved earlier Which is usually Downloads Folder.
Step 5: After Choosing the file, its time to Click on Save. Thats it. Now Close VLC and Open it again to have a whole new look to it.
There are Plenty of Themes available on the official site already and this feature is not much known to users but users who know this loves it.
I hope you will enjoy this VLC trick. Don't forget to share it with your friends as well.
Trick to Set Video as Live Wallpaper in Android device
Trick to Set Video as Live Wallpaper in Android device
Have you ever wanted to set any video of your choice as your live wallpaper? How about a bunch of videos? How about having options to choose whether the videos play at random or in an order specified by you?
Today in this Article we will Take you through Steps to Set Any Video as live Wallpaper in Android Devices easily. It may probably Drain your Battery but it Definately worthy trying and showing it to your freinds. Solets started
Steps to Set Video as Live Wallpaper in Android
To Set Live wallpaper on android we are going to use an app. Though there are many apps available but i will recommend to use the most popular one and the one that most of the people prefer to use.
Step 2: After downloading and installing, its now time to set up a video as live wallpaper, simply long-press your device home screen to open the “Set home screen” dialog. Choose “Wallpapers” from the menu to Select “Live Wallpapers”.
Step 3: You Should now see list of live wallpapers. Scroll down and select the option for “Video LiveWallpaper”.
Step 4: Now Select your live wallpaper’s video source by going to its settings. Just tap the “Settings” option under the live wallpaper screen.
Step 5: On the settings page, go to Live Wallpaper Preferences > Video Source. If you want to choose a video from your device, select the option for “File or directory”.
If you want to select a ready-made video from video live Wallpaper’s directory, select “Application provider”.
Step 6: Select the file or directory where you placed your videos. Your video formats must be 3GP or MP4.
After choosing your live wallpaper video source, you may also update its default preferences
Once you’re done, simply tap the back button. You will then see one of your videos as it continues to play on your screen. Just don’t forget to select “Set Wallpaper” to confirm your selection.
This app suspends its activity automatically when your phone is locked or when you are working on some application and thus consumes less battery as compared to a normal live wallpaper and Hence Consumes less Battery.
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