Celebrate Google Plays 3rd Birthday in typical sale tradition
Looking to fill up on apps games, TV shows, movies and plenty more goodies? Now is your lucky time as Google Play is turning 3 years old today and what is a Google birthday without some sales to celebrate? Among the list we see Runtastic Running PRO, Runtastic Sit-Ups PRO Trainer and Facetune for just […]
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Sony finally brings Theme Creator Beta to life allowing you to tailer 300+ assets to build your own themes
Sony has been working on a Theme Creator for quite some time. When word of it first came about I was pretty excited. Unfortunately the ability to build those Xperia themes was limited to specific theme partners. It wasn’t all bad, there we a number of first run themes that were pretty cool. However, none of […]
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Google Street View cameras zip through (and over) the Amazon
Google already has some odd ways of getting its Street View cameras into hard-to-reach places, but its latest effort might just take the cake. The search firm has posted panoramic imagery of the Amazon rainforest that, at some points, was taken by Trekker cameras ziplining through the canopy — yes, you’ll get a view that even locals won’t usually see. There are some down-to-Earth sights, too, including snapshots from rivers and remote villages. Between this and recent collaborative mapping projects, you may end up learning a surprising amount about the Amazon without setting foot in South America.
Via: BBC
Source: Google Maps
[Deal] Nexus 9 tablet available through Office Depot at discount
If you have been eyeing the Google Nexus 9 tablet, Office Depot may have a deal that makes it a little easier for you to grab one of the devices. The office supplies retailer has several variants of the Google tablet listed at discounted prices. The best deal is for the white 16GB version which is currently listed for only $320, which is $80 or 20% off the normal $400 price tag.
If you want the black version with 16GB of memory, you can grab one for $350. Meanwhile, the 32Gb versions in black or white are available for $430 which is a $50 savings off the normal $480 price tag.
All of the variants are currently listed as being in stock and with free shipping, should be delivered within three to five days. Hit the source link if you want to grab one of these tablets at a special price.
source: Office Depot
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Hands on with the Lenovo A7000
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Lenovo may not have a brought a flagship device to MWC 2015, but the company did decide to fortify its mid-range portfolio with some great tablets and smartphones, and even a portable projector. All of these products offer something beyond their otherwise mid-range, but budget-friendly, nature. We’ve already taken a look at the camera-centric Vibe Shot, and now, we go hands on with the second smartphone Lenovo introduced at this event, the Lenovo A7000!
For the most part, the Lenovo A7000 offers everything you’d expect from a mid-range smartphone in 2015. In terms of design, you get a polycarbonate construction that looks and feels sturdy, and allows for a great feel in the hand, certainly beyond what its extremely budget-friendly price point would suggest. The thin bezels on the sides of the display allow for an easier handling experience, and at 7.9 mm thick and weighing 140 grams, it is easy to hold on to. The back cover is removable, giving you access to the dual SIM card slots, microSD card slot, and replaceable battery.
On the specifications front, the A7000 comes with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280 x 720, and is powered by a 1.5 GHz MediaTek MT6752m True8Core processor, backed by the ARM Mali-760 MP2 GPU and 2 GB of RAM. Available internal storage is limited to just 8 GB, but, as mentioned, expansion is possible via microSD card by up to 32 GB. This device also packs a large 2,900 mAh battery, which should comfortably allow for at least a full day of use. When it comes to the camera, you get an 8 MP rear camera and a 5 MP fixed focus front-facing unit.
With everything about the Lenovo A7000 mostly standard fare for a mid-range smartphone, what makes this device stand out is with regard to the audio experience it provides with the Dolby ATMOS audio enhancements. It is the first smartphone to come with technology, allowing for a listening experience that is widened, and also with surround sound. Other features such as adjustable EQ and other settings are available to further augment the sound quality.
The Lenovo A7000 runs Android 5.0 Lollipop, which doesn’t have a lot of influence when it comes to general aesthetic of the user interface, with Lenovo’s own highly-customized skin on top taking over the show.
The Lenovo A7000 seems to be fairly competent mid-range smartphone, but its biggest selling point is its extremely budget-friendly price point of just $169. This device is expected to available later this month.
Stay tuned with Android Authority as we continue to bring you more from Lenovo, as well as more great coverage of MWC 2015!
Netflix plots summer release dates for ‘Sense8’, OITNB and more
Even if you’re slow-burning instead of binging on House of Cards, you’ll still need a few backups once you’re through with the exploits of Frank & Claire Underwood’s world domination tour. Netflix has revealed release dates for most of its summer (winter in Australia) programming, ready to keep you inside where the AC is cool and the WiFi signal is strong. Of course, you can also check out the spring shows here, and if you need something this week there’s Aziz Ansari and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Sense8, its sci-fi collaboration with the Wachowskis will hit streaming on June 5th, a week before Orange is the New Black season three and a month before its Wet Hot American Summer revival arrives July 17th. Also worth keeping an eye out for are the Nina Simone documentary on June 26th, and Canadian sci-fi thriller Between coming at some point in May. Check for the full list after the break, and update your calendars accordingly.
Turning up the heat! New originals coming this summer from #Netflix pic.twitter.com/SNfn6LGSoO
– Netflix US (@netflix) March 2, 2015
- April 17th – Chris D’elia: Incorrigible
- May 22 – Jen Kirkman: I’m Gonna Die Alone (And I Feel Fine)
- May – Between
- June 5th – Sense8 (available in 4K)
- June 12th – Orange is the New Black (S3)
- June 26th – What Happened, Miss Simone?
- July 17th – Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp
- Coming Soon – Club De Cuervos
- Coming Soon – Narcos
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Twittly gets updated in the BlackBerry Beta Zone
Twittly may not be the smoothest and most functional third party Twitter application for BlackBerry 10, but with extensive beta testing going on that may well change in the near future. The app has been updated this week over in the BlackBerry Beta Zone, so if you like to test and report back, feel free to swing on by and grab this latest edition.
Apple’s ‘Shot on iPhone 6’ campaign takes to billboards around the world
As part of its World Gallery campaign that launched yesterday, Apple has started erecting billboards and posters around the world featuring photos shot on the iPhone 6.
Now a number of Twitter users have taken to the micro-blogging service with pictures that show off some of the billboards and advertisements, which boldly feature the text “Shot on iPhone 6.”
Promotional materials and billboards have popped up in countries and cities all over the world including France, Malaysia, Canada, and the United States. Here are some samples of what Twitter users have been seeing from Dubai to Los Angeles:
Tallest #Apple billboard in the world? If so, Apple is fitting right in to the #Dubai way of doing things. @pschiller pic.twitter.com/1PtZ858tsQ
— Jimmy Grewal (@jimmyg) March 2, 2015
Have you seen #Apple‘s new billboard in Bangsar? It showcases #iPhone6 photography. http://t.co/bJXUVIFv8j pic.twitter.com/ScPANpwx6H
— vernieman #MWC2015 (@vernieman) March 2, 2015
“Shot on iPhone 6″ billboard in LA. Pretty cool. pic.twitter.com/oBcG9rbdns
— Beau Colburn (@beaucolburn) March 2, 2015
The billboards are part of a larger “World Gallery” campaign that we through which Apple is displaying the photo-capturing prowess of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus with photos from 77 photographers around the world. For much more, be sure to check out Apple’s “Shot on iPhone 6″ campaign on its World Gallery. If you’re looking to improve your own skills with the camera on your iPhone, feel free to also check out our photography hub for some tips and tricks.
Via: 9to5Mac
Check out the theme options that come on the HTC One M9
When HTC released the HTC One M9 at MWC 2015, one of the benefits they touted was their new Sense 7 user interface layer. HTC’s version of a launcher now includes support for themes like many third-party launchers and HTC decided to include some “stock” themes to help people get start with the customization of their devices.
After the break you can check out some screen shots showing these themes. Once you take a look at them, be sure to stick around for more MWC 2015 coverage.
Traction
Tilt
Pastorale
Origami
Nimbus
Innerspace
Numero
Cascadia
Stock
source: AndroidGuys
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Tinder Plus goes official; lets you take back that swipe for a price
Popular dating app Tinder has officially launched its premium service called Tinder Plus today after a potential March launch was first hinted at early last month. The premium subscription adds an option to undo previous swipes, as well as a new way for users to meet matches in other parts of the world.
Up until this point, if a user rejected someone with a left-swipe, that potential match would be gone forever. With the launch of Tinder plus, users can take advantage of a new option called “rewind” for a set monthly fee. The rewind feature basically functions as an “undo” button for mistaken swipes, allowing a user to change his or her mind. The service starts $9.99 a month in the U.S. and £3.99 in the U.K.. However, that pricing scheme only applies to users between the ages of 18 and 27; if you’re older, being able to rewind your swipes is going to cost you a little more at $19.99 per month in the U.S. and £14.99 in the U.K..
The variable pricing based on age is sure to be a potential friction point for older users. In a statement to NPR on the matter, Tinder said the following:
Over the past few months, we’ve tested Tinder Plus extensively in several countries. We’ve priced Tinder Plus based on a combination of factors, including what we’ve learned through our testing, and we’ve found that these price points were adopted very well by certain age demographics. Lots of products offer differentiated price tiers by age, like Spotify does for students, for example. Tinder is no different; during our testing we’ve learned, not surprisingly, that younger users are just as excited about Tinder Plus, but are more budget constrained, and need a lower price to pull the trigger.
In addition to rewind, Tinder Plus also enables a feature called “Passport” which allows users to meet potential matches in other regions by changing their location.
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Source: NPR
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