On your Android devices, one of the most popular services to get your daily fix for information is Google Reader. While there are some good options to share an interesting article, there isn't much in the way of organizing what's saved. Instapaper is another super popular application for saving a URL for later reading, but alas there is no official Android application yet. So what should you do? 1. Read Later for InstapaperRead Later is an Instapaper app that is really basic and to the point. When you are browsing the web or Google Reader on your Android device, and you see an article you'd like to save for later, Read Later for Instapaper is one of your options to share. There is not an option to see the articles you've saved. Think of this application as a bookmarklet for your Android. 2. InstFetchIf you need something where you can save and access the URLs you save to Instapaper, InstaFetch will be more of what you are looking for. With addition of saving the URL, you can read the article and like it, archive it. If you use the pro version, you can even send it to Evernote. 3. PaperSpanPaperSpan is it's own service and not an application used to save information on another web-app. What sets PaperSpan apart from most of the other applications is the option to create an offline version of the URL. For people on a limited data plan or WiFi only devices, you can see the benefit of this feature. 4. Power NotePower Note is the official Diigo application for Android. While Diigo is primarily a bookmarking site, part of what Diigo offers is a read later option when you are saving a URL. In the Android app, you have a whole dedicated column for these URLs. Another cool feature Power Note gives you is the option to upload other notes. You can store images, snapshots, text notes and use your voice to compose text notes. Diigo seems like they are trying to steal some of Evernote's thunder with these additions in their mobile app if you ask me. ConcusionNo matter if you already use a web-based service to save your URLs for later reading or you are just starting out, there is something here to fit your needs. Personally I use Diigo for bookmarking and saving URLs to read later. You may prefer another service based on what your needs are. How do you remember that cool website or article you spotted on your Android that you want to read later? [via Make tech Easier] |
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Thursday, March 22, 2012
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Monday, March 19, 2012
Best Five Free Wake on Lan Android Apps with Bonus iOS App and BlackBerry Playbook App
In wake on lan, significant amount of power can be saved as you do not need the remote machine to be switched on state instead it can be kept in standby mode waiting for magic packet. Since this technology is implemented right into motherboard BIOS, it is very easy to setup Wake on Lan as you only need to make changes in your BIOS setting.
Also since all the major operating system supports such Mac OS X, Windows and Linux supports wake On Lan feature you can take advantage of this piece of technology on any machine. On Mac OS, you can turn on WOL from System Preferences -> Energy Saver panel and in that under Options tab.
On Windows, Wake on Lan Option is available under Power management options of your Lan card in Device Manager.
With the flood of smartphones in the market, we are sure many geeks would be expecting to use their smartphones to wake up their Computers over Lan or Wifi, and that's what inspired us to create a list of apps which lets you wake up your computer on your Android smartphone. So check out below list of free wake on lan Android apps.
Five Free Best Wake On Lan Android Apps
1. Fing – Network Tools
This app tops our chart of best free Wake on Lan apps for Android, rated 4.8 stars on Google Play, Fing is not just Wake On Lan app, but extremely powerful and loaded with many useful network tools. It just surprises us how developer manages to keep this Android app free, we are not defending paid app market but even if Fing is priced at $1 or $2 it will be worth the purchase.
Fing offers several useful network tools such as Network discovery, TCP port scan, Ability to Ping, Traceroute and DNS lookup, Wake on LAN, Connectivity detection and Geolocation.
Another interesting feature is bundled third-party apps for SSH, Telnet, FTP, FTPS, SFTP, SCP, HTTP, HTTPS, SAMBA.
2. Wol Wake on Lan Wan
Second best Wake On Lan android app for specifically designed to send magic packets to wake up computers, unlike all other apps this not only supports Wake on Lan but also Wake on Wan.
You can create and store profiles, identify a remote machine with IP address or using the domain name, have customized UDP port with the ability to send single or multiple packets at once and best of all it doesn't show ads.
3. Wake on Lan
This Android app is perhaps the simplest and easy to use Wake on Lan app, designed to perform only one task, that is to Wakeup computer over LAN. Offers a simple interface with history of all computers you have wake up over lan using this tool and yes, absolutely no ads.
4. Depicus Wake On Lan
Similar to Wake on Lan, this is yet another easy to use designed with one feature in mind, i.e Wake on Lan support. Depicus supports Wake on Lan or over the internet but the free version is ad supported.
5. AndroNet Tools
Similar to Fling Network Tools, this android app is also power packed with many useful network utilities. The AndroNet Tools is designed for network diagnostics and troubleshooting, here is a list of useful features which comes with AndroNet Tools.
Port Scanner with Malicious Port Scanner, Whois Lookup, Testing network connectivity, HTTP Response Reader, Network Information, Ping Utility, Traceroute (Requires ROOT access), DNS to IP, Wake on LAN.
The one issue with AndroNet Tools is root access requirement to perform traceroute which is not necessary and also only possible if you have rooted android device. If you are only planning to use Wake on Lan feature, then this App will work on non-rooted device too.
Bonus – here are the apps for non-android platforms, if you have Apple iOS device or Blackberry Playbook then check out below Wake on Lan Apps for these platform.
iOS App (Paid)
Wake
Though this is paid app and priced at $0.99, it does comes with the handful of good features of Wake on Lan. This iPhone App is compatible with all 'Wake On Lan' capable devices, Wake even gives you a status indicator to tell you whether each machine is on or off.
1. Wake button sends 'Wake On Lan' magic packet to start up a machine.
2. Works over wifi or cellular data network.
3. Status indicator glows to tell you whether each machine is on or off.
4. Automatically detects your computers for easy setup.
5. Shake'n'wake – shake the device to wake all computers!
Wake is available for iPhone and iPad and requires iOS 3.1.3 or above.
Blackberry App
WoL – Wake on LAN
The only app for Blackberry Playbook that helps you to Power ON or OFF your computer even put it in Sleep from anywhere in the world, The apps comes in three different flavors from free lite version to WoL Pro paid app. The free WoL lite version only supports one client and doesn't have any options to change the port.
The app runs BlackBerry PlayBook OS 1.0 and above.
Download WoL- Wake on Lan From BlackBerry Playbook App Store.
Let us know in comments if you are using any other app on your Android smartphone for Wake up computers, PC or other devices.
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
WebTrickz Updates | Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Now Officially Available for Samsung Galaxy S II
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Now Officially Available for Samsung Galaxy S II Posted: 13 Mar 2012 08:33 AM PDT The extremely anticipated Android 4.0 ICS update has finally started to roll out for the most popular Android device, i.e. Samsung Galaxy S II (SGS2). Yes, Samsung has now officially announced the availability of Ice Cream Sandwich update for users of SGS2 in European countries and Korea. Don't be disappointed, Samsung will gradually roll out the update to other markets and for several other eligible Galaxy devices as well.
Here is the official announcement made by 'Samsung Mobile' on Google+.
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10 Useful Tips To Master Facebook Timelines For Pages - Make Tech Easier
If you are not aware, Facebook will be replacing all the Pages with the Timeline view. After March 30th, whether you like it or not, the timeline view switch will be permanent and you will have to utilize it for all your business activities. The new Timeline layout allows you to market and advertise your brand better than original pages and adds an opportunity to boost engagement with your fans. The change will bring more work for Facebook page administrators initially because the preparation of the pages will take some time and hard work to get just right, but we'll walk you through the process to make it easier. Here's what you need to know to create the best Facebook Timeline Pages. Tip 1. Get Familiar with the Timeline LayoutBefore you panic about changing to the new Timeline format and not being able to change back, you should know that you can edit and design your new Timeline page in the Admin mode (not visible to the public) and launch it only when it is ready, or until March 30th. During this time, your current fan page will remain active until you publish your Timeline page. To activate your Timeline preview and begin playing around with the new interface, go to the Timeline for Pages Preview Manager or use the Preview button in the header of your current Facebook Page. When you click the Preview button to start the upgrade, look for the Start Tourtab. It will take you step by step through the process of setting up your new Timeline. Tip 2. Design Your CoverThe first, and most important step of the setup is creating your cover. The cover is something you want to put some time and thought into. The larger than life banner is the first thing visitors see when they open your brand page, so make sure it represents what your organization is all about. The banner spreads all the way across your page at a giant 851 pixels wide x 315 pixels tall, so choose images that are no smaller than 399 pixels wide. They should be visually stunning and high resolution for the best results. If you aren't able to find the right image or don't want to go through the process, there are many pre-made and customizable Facebook cover options like the one I used below. Tip 3. Add Your Profile PicturesThe profile picture cube will now be 180 x 180 pixels and will appear in news feeds at 30 x 30 pixels. Check your image to be sure that it looks good in the Timeline cover as well as the smaller thumbnail in the news feed. Tip 4. Cover GuidelinesThere are certain guidelines to be taken into consideration as you start to put together your graphic display for your cover.
That means you aren't allowed to display calls to action of any kind. Listing product pricing or promotions of a certain % off, directing visitors to your website for downloadable material, or listing contact info or website address in your cover are strictly prohibited. Tip 5. Admin PanelSome of the best features added to the new pages will be the Admin panel and the option to receive messages. For businesses that market to consumers, this feature will be particularly useful because it allows more personal communication with individual customers. It can help improve customer service by minimizing customers blasting your Facebook page with complaints and comments before they have given customer service a chance to fix it. The Admin panel is now the dashboard for your Timeline. Similar to a blog dashboard, you can share something on your wall or communicate with fans from one convenient place. In the Messages section, you'll see any message sent to you from page visitors and will be able to respond to them directly from the dashboard. If you prefer to respond privately to messages sent to you, that's an option in the messages section as well. If you prefer not to allow messages, simply uncheck the message option box in your Admin settings. The bottom half of the Admin panel will show your site stats such as how many new likes your page has and insights to the demographics of the people who like your page. Tip 6. Inserting Images and Feature PostsMany brands use images and videos as ways of advertising or educating consumers about their product. They will now be displayed more prominently in the Timeline to highlight or emphasize your posts. Just like the Highlight feature in the personal Timeline, you can also feature or highlight a post in Facebook Pages. Just click the Star icon in the top right corner of a post to make it the feature post. It will now display across the Timeline in prominent view. Tip 7. Pin It!If there's a certain event or feature article you want to keep at the top of your feed, you can Pin It to the top of your Timeline for up to a week. Simply hover over the top right corner of your post and click on the Pencilicon. When the drop down menu opens, select Pin To Top. Tip 8. Preview Your Post Before Making It LiveIn the same drop-down menu, there's also an option to preview your post before making it live. Simply write your post and select the Hide From Page tab. The ability to edit your post in preview mode can be handy for catching anything that needs to be changed before it reaches the public or for creating posts for a future launch or promotion. The post will display on your Timeline, but only you will be able to see it. You can change it at any time by clicking it again and choosing another viewing option. Tip 9. Page PopularityUnder your Timeline cover will be a row of tiles for the apps where you will find the Likes box. Clicking on the Likes box will display how many likes your brand page has, the demographics of the viewers, and the trending topics chart. A controversial part about this feature is that you can go to a competitor's page and see their stats in their Likes box tile because it's visible on all Timeline pages, not just your own. Companies may be able to hide that by moving it beyond the top 12 apps that can be viewed by the public. The downside of doing that is you're also hiding the popularity of your page. Tip 10. Creating a History-rich TimelineSince there's no longer an app landing page option, you will want to make your Timeline history-rich with as much information about your brand as possible. Using the Milestones feature would be a great way to display your founding date, reaching a target number of customers, or big accomplishments like acquisitions. In the Status box, click on the Milestone tab. Enter in the event information and upload a photo that represents the event. Click save, and it's preserved in your Facebook history. ConclusionI hope you feel more equipped to begin your Timeline Pages journey with all you have learned! Keep the cover guidelines in mind and use the features we highlighted to make your timeline something you are proud of. Stay tuned for an article on Facebook Offers, the next feature set to roll out of the Facebook production room. Let us know what you want to learn more about by leaving a comment! |
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Monday, March 12, 2012
Touch my Life - Must have Android Security App
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4 Best Free Portable Antivirus Software For Your USB Drives
4 Best Free Portable Antivirus Software For Your USB Drives
Portable Antivirus software can be run without the need for any installation. So they can be taken into the USB flash drives or CD/DVD Drives and run directly from there without even copying the files to the target computer. This can be useful if you want to clean infected computer with no Antivirus. All the antivirus software listed below can be updated to include the latest signature. But the only problem with them is that they cannot be used for real time protection. They are only designed for the purpose of scanning the PC for malware and threats and then trying to clean the computer. Please note that these antivirus software cannot be used as complete protection for your computer, since they assist professionals to clean infected computers only. This is because; they do not provide real time protection. I am listing some of the Portable antivirus software which are free. ClamWinIt is a popular Portable Antivirus. It is open-source application. At first run it will require you to download signature updates. After updating it can be used to clean your computer. It supports automatic updating of the virus database. It can also integrate into Windows Explorer shell so that you can easily scan a file or folder with a single click. Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool 2011A free Tool provided by Kaspersky to clean an infected computer. Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool 2011 is a free software used for removing viruses, Trojans, and spyware and other types of malware. Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool 2011 uses same algorithm as of Kaspersky Anti Virus for detecting malware threats. The utility can be used as a free on-demand antivirus software. Emsisoft Emergency USB StickThe program can be used to remove Trojans, Spyware, Adware, Worms, Dialers, Keyloggers and other malign programs. It also offers the option to quarantine infected files. The program is available in two interfaces one is GUI based a-squared Free and other is command line based scanner. McAfee Labs StingerStinger is a small and simple application for removing viruses, trojans from an infected computer. The scanning is based on next-generation scan engine technology. The stinger can detect some specific viruses. It detects and removes threats as listed in the "List Viruses" in the Stinger application. You just finished reading 4 Best Free Portable Antivirus Software For Your USB Drives by abdullahtechnize. |
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Windows 8 Themes Latest Ones
With the release of Windows 8 consumer preview, Microsoft has made some modifications to the themes as well. With the new feature of setting automatic color for Aero themes, the themes extension has been changed to .deskthemepack. This new extension is not compatible with Windows 7, but you can still use the Windows 7 themes on the new version. If you are looking for some awesome themes for Windows 8, here are few which are created from the official Microsoft personalization gallery themes. These themes have been converted to work with Windows 8. Click on the image of the them to download them.
Please note that the original themes are unchanged which means it comes with same wallpapers and sound schemes. If you are sharing these themes on your blog or website, kindly do not link directly to the file, instead link it to this page.
We will be adding more themes to this list in future, so keep watching.[via Life Rocks]