Here’s a temporary fix for the missing quick toggles on your Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge
Have you had any of your Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge quick toggles disappear? Though the phone came with these toggles available for the notification menu, many users are reporting the mobile data, hotspot and private mode toggles have been disappearing.
Sadly, there is no official fix just yet, but some Samsung customer service representatives and social networking accounts have been acknowledging the problem, so we can say it’s a widespread problem and hope Sammy is working hard to make things right. The Korean manufacturer has been telling users they can get the quick toggles back by performing a factory data reset, but that is hardly a solution – after all, chances are the toggles will just disappear again later on.
Thankfully, the Android operating system allows users to tinker their way around many issues and the guys at XDA Developers have managed to find a much less drastic solution. Some users figured downloading MultiWindow Toggle for Samsung from the Google Play Store. This app allows you to add and remove the MultiWindow function to the quick toggles. This is not a solution to the underlying problem, though, as it doesn’t help those who want the data, hotspot and private mode toggles.
Here is the fix!
Developers are resourceful, and proof of this is offered by senior member NimeniAltu, who managed to alter the application and add this functionality to said app. All you need to do is download the APK from the XDA Developers thread, install it and tell it to work its sweet magic.
Now all we have to do is wait for Samsung to come up with a permanent solution to this issue. I mean, those happen to be pretty important functions that went missing. There’s no excuse, nor is there reason for Samsung to purposely remove them, so hopefully the fix comes sooner than later.
How many of you guys suffered from this discrepancy? I have a Samsung Galaxy S6 review unit right now and I did notice the toggles are no longer there. Sound off in the comments! We would love to see how many of our readers were affected by this.
Cortana for Android will be arriving as a beta in July
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We were extremely surprised (pleasantly so) when Microsoft announced that Cortana, Microsoft’s personal assistant, would be coming to Android and iOS devices to link them to the Microsoft ecosystem. Microsoft has given more details about this, saying that a beta of Cortana for Android will be available come July to act as a companion to Windows 10 – for the record, Windows 10 launches on July 29th.
For those not aware, Cortana takes its name from the artificial intelligence featured in Microsoft’s Halo video game series, and in many ways, its personal assistant software aims to be a similar companion in as many ways as currently possible. The fact that Cortana syncs across multiple Windows 10 devices means that you can input tasks on your phone and be reminded to do it while you’re on your Xbox One or Windows PC. It’s a very interesting concept, one that even Google‘s competitor product, Google Now, has struggled to breach and output in a meaningful manner. Now if we just take a moment to imagine what a smartwatch running Cortana would be like…
What do you think about Cortana for Android coming out as a beta in July? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Microsoft via Phone Arena
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LG G4 promotion extended – get a free microSD card, spare battery and charger by June 30th
The LG G4 is an amazing phone for many reasons, but two of its key features are definitely the microSD card slot and removable battery. These are characteristics most smartphone manufacturers have been doing away with, despite users begging to keep them on board. This is why the Korean manufacturer decided to highlight these now-rare features with its G4 promotion, which has just received a time extension.
Let’s refresh your memory about this awesome offer, just in case you have forgotten about it. Any LG G4 buyer has the chance to get a free 32 GB microSD card, spare battery and a charging cradle for said battery ($105 value). They just have to offer proof of purchase and fill out a form before June 21st. It made buying an LG G4 pretty much a no-brainer for many of our readers, and now more of you can join the festivities.
Life is Good with LG, as they have just decided to extend the offer period until June 30th. So if you were thinking about purchasing the phone a little later and were worried you would no longer be able to take advantage of this, you can rest assured knowing you have at least a little more time to get your new handset.
Do keep in mind this promotion is still limited to the US, but it does cover both carrier and retailer purchases (including Amazon, Best Buy, Costco, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart and other authorized dealers). You should be in the clear. Just go ahead and take care of the form, which is at LG’s official offer page. It needs to be turned in by July 14th. If you are submitting it by snail mail (seriously?!), the letter has to be postmarked by the same date, and it has to get to LG’s facilities by July 21st.
Those of you who are on the fence about buying the device should definitely go ahead and check out our full LG G4 review. It’s one hell of a phone, and we have a lot to say about it.
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LG G4 promotion extended – get a free microSD card, spare battery and charger by June 30th
The LG G4 is an amazing phone for many reasons, but two of its key features are definitely the microSD card slot and removable battery. These are characteristics most smartphone manufacturers have been doing away with, despite users begging to keep them on board. This is why the Korean manufacturer decided to highlight these now-rare features with its G4 promotion, which has just received a time extension.
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Life is Good with LG, as they have just decided to extend the offer period until June 30th. So if you were thinking about purchasing the phone a little later and were worried you would no longer be able to take advantage of this, you can rest assured knowing you have at least a little more time to get your new handset.
Do keep in mind this promotion is still limited to the US, but it does cover both carrier and retailer purchases (including Amazon, Best Buy, Costco, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart and other authorized dealers). You should be in the clear. Just go ahead and take care of the form, which is at LG’s official offer page. It needs to be turned in by July 14th. If you are submitting it by snail mail (seriously?!), the letter has to be postmarked by the same date, and it has to get to LG’s facilities by July 21st.
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Panasonic’s behemoth camera phone hits the US for $1,000
Did you take one look at Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-CM1 and vow to pay whatever it took to get this smartphone/mirrorless camera hybrid in the US? You now have a chance to put your money where your mouth is. Panasonic has started selling an unlocked version of the CM1 in the US, and it’ll set you back an eye-watering $1,000 — suddenly, that 128GB Galaxy S6 seems like a bargain. There’s a good reason for the giant price tag, mind you. While the phone half is no great shakes between its 4.7-inch 1080p screen, Android 4.4 KitKat and a Snapdragon 801 chip, you’re also getting a big 1-inch, 20-megapixel imaging sensor with a bright, high-quality f/2.8 lens. If you already treat your smartphone as a camera that just happens to make calls, this might be your handset of choice.
Filed under: Cellphones, Cameras, Mobile
Via: DPReview
Source: Panasonic
‘Kerbal Space Program’ is coming to PS4
Imaginative rocket designers have good news out of E3 tonight, as the Kerbal Space Program team revealed that its quirky construction and space flight simulation is coming to the PlayStation 4. There’s no release date yet, just the announcement, but it’s yet another notable score on Sony’s list of indie developer wins. Considering it took a couple of years for the original to go from Steam Early Access star to official release we wouldn’t hold our breath, but hopefully the team has enough resources to make a quick transition to the console.
Devnote Tuesday: #Kerbal Space Program is coming to #PlayStation4! pic.twitter.com/rBFnIqZjf8
– Kerbal Space Program (@KerbalSpaceP) June 17, 2015
Yes, we’re going to PS4.
– Maxmaps (@Maxmaps) June 17, 2015
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Source: Kerbal Dev Team (Tumblr)
Details regarding LG’s upcoming Nexus phone’s camera surface
The camera was one of the weak spots for the Nexus 5. The flagship Nexus device manufactured by LG in 2013 had an inconsistent camera that never seemed to deliver quality shots. Now, in 2015, the company allegedly has plans to produce one of two Nexus phones. A media outlet from South Korea claims to have knowledge of LG’s plans for its upcoming Nexus phone’s camera.
The report, published by iNews24, states that the phone may use a 3D camera module. The capabilities of such technology in a Nexus phone are unknown but maybe Google has plans with Photo Sphere integration.
The report also claims that the processor will come from Snapdragon 810 and Google eyes October for a launch alongside Android M.
Yet another vague report from Asia causes plenty of people, myself included, to wonder what Google has coming.
Source: iNews24
Via: G for Games
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HTC BlinkFeed ads are official: select markets will see them starting today
On Tuesday, owners of devices featuring HTC’s BlinkFeed started to notice advertisements appear in their feeds. An official announcement was made to notify consumers that the service would be monetized in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Taiwan, and China.
Hit the break to see what BlinkFeed promotions will look like.
The ads, or “promotions” as HTC calls them, are tailored for users through Yahoo, Twitter, and Appia. HTC will also insert ads for its devices and accessories into the feed. They are native and that means users will see them blend in with content. HTC realizes that some people despise ads, especially on products that cost hundreds of dollars; therefore, the company does have plans to opt our of seeing them in BlinkFeed.
Not everyone in those markets will see the ads right away because HTC wants to test and analyze their effectiveness.
Source: HTC
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Pushbullet developers release Portal, an app to transfer files between your computer and phone
The quickest way to send notifications and content to and from your phone and computer is through Pushbullet. Today, the developers introduced a new serviced Portal that allows files to be smoothly transferred between phones and computers.
Users simply start by heading to Portal’s starting site to retrieve a QR code that pairs the devices over a WiFi network. It then is able to move files, covering everything from photos and videos to spreadsheets and documents, with a simple drag and drop action. Portal can even handle entire folders being transferred at once.
The different between Pushbullet and Portal is that the former cannot handle an influx of files and ones large in size. Also, Portal requires both devices to be connection to the same WiFi network. That is actually what allows users to move large files with Portal.
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Source: Pushbullet
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BitTorrent Shoot app lets you easily share files without size limitations
It’s mind-boggling how complicated sending a simple file can be, even in the midst of all the technological advancements we have developed. Most internet services have size limitations; Bluetooth is slow and sometimes doesn’t work when using different platforms; and you could just use a microSD card, but a lot of newer phones are no longer supporting those. Not to mention – who even wants to deal with the hassle of manually transferring a file?
BitTorrent has just released an app that could end all the torments involved with sharing a photo or video. The application is called Shoot, and it allows you to conveniently send files to your friends. It is amazingly easy to operate and has no size limitations. You can even send a 2-hour video to your friends, if you so choose to!
How does Shoot work?
This is not your typical file sharing service. Nor is it a cloud storage service, really. The idea is simple. The application has two functions: you can send files or receive them. That’s it! If you choose to send a file, you get a navigator that allows you to select what you want to send. When you are done choosing, the app creates a QR code other Shoot users can use to download the selected file(s). If you press on the option for receiving a file, the camera will be activated and you can promptly scan the code. Whatever files were selected will be securely and privately transferred right away.
Be careful with data!
Keep in mind this app does use the internet to transfer files, though. You may not want to be on a cellular network while using Shoot if your data is limited. BitTorrent did make it easy for you to stop worrying about data consumption by adding a toggle that forces the app to only work on WiFi networks. Make sure you use it!
Compatibility and price
The best part about Shoot is that there is no platform limitations here. It is available for the three biggest mobile operating systems – Android, iOS and Windows Phone. And yes, you can share between all of them.
All of this does come with a price (albeit a low one). The first 3 transfers are free, but you will have to pay a one-time fee of $1.99 to send any more images and videos. The key word here is “send” as users can continue to receive files completely free of charge.
The only hard part will be getting all your friends to use it. I know I will keep it on my phone and recommend it whenever necessary. How about you?
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