Having protection and security on your Android device is one essential thing you should take into consideration, especially if there are people who tend to snoop around your device without your permission. The possibility of actually forgetting the pattern you’ve set to unlock your device is not that high, but it may happen. What’s worse, your friend may have messed around with your Android device and set a completely different unlock pattern, leaving you stumped when you try to unlock your device.
AT&T has become the latest U.S. based carrier to confirm the pricing and the release date for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2. And interestingly enough, AT&T will have the Note 2 available a few weeks later than Sprint. That being said, lets dive right in with the details. AT&T will have the Galaxy Note 2 priced at $299.99 on a two-year agreement. The handset will be available beginning on November 9 and pre-orders will be available on October 25.
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As far as global sales are concerned, Sony smartphones are but a tiny blip in the market. The company’s high prices and habit of making it difficult for pretty much everyone to actually get one of its phones tends to push away consumers. However, those folks who own Sony phones seem to really love them, so we thought we’d take a look at their software: Xperia UI.
Working from home hasn’t slowed down at all, and in some cases, it’s become permanent. Even if you’ve been working from home since the pandemic began, it’s never too late to complete your home office with one of the best standing desks.
You may not get as much exercise as commuting and walking around the office, but it easily beats sitting still at a desk all day. Your legs will thank you for the change of pace, but how do you choose the right model?
Spend enough time around Android, or even PCs, and eventually you will come across the term, “the Linux kernel,” since Android uses the Linux kernel. The “Linux” part is easy enough to understand, it is a play-on-words of Linus, as in Linus Torvalds, the original creator of Linux. But kernel? What is a kernel? What do we mean by the Linux kernel? Let’s find out!
The thing to remember about computers is that they are dumb.
Titanium Backup has been one of the most popular apps on the market for some time, and with good reason. It can be used to backup all your important app dada, system data, and even WiFi passwords on your handset.
Now, Android is a very stable operating system, and it’s pretty rare to run into a system or app killing bug. Even so, it’s better to be safe than sorry, you never know when a crippling update or malicious app might cause a problem.
EA just recently brought its new racing game to the Google Play Store. It’s called Need for Speed: No Limits, and just like other recent NFS games, it features great graphics, a somewhat lacking storyline and tons of underground races. So does this title bring anything new to the table? I’ve spent a good amount of time with this game, and there are definitely some things you should know about it. Here is everything you need to know about Need for Speed: No Limits.
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2021 was a truly wild year for streaming, with the so-called streaming wars heating right up. New services launched. Brand new films were available to stream as soon as they hit theatres. New original shows kept us all in thrall. And subscription stats swung in new directions, with yesteryear’s underdogs rising fast in their bids to become the best streaming service.
So, which of the streamers had the best year in 2021?
Anker PowerPort Nano IIIAnker's tiny adapter isn't quite on the cutting edge of charging technology, but the PowerPort III Nano is an ultra-compact plug that won't let you down.
Anker offers a huge range of charging products to suit pretty much every charging need imaginable. Its PowerPort III Nano is designed specifically with space-saving in mind. It has to be one of the most compact USB-C charging products to ever grace the market.
This device is no longer widely available. The Asus Chromebook Flip C436 is now unavailable to buy from most retailers. If you are looking for an alternative device, check out our list of the best Chromebooks you can buy and the best laptops. The Asus Flip C434 was one of the best Chromebooks we reviewed in 2019. Asus refreshed its flagship convertible at CES 2020 in January and cranked things up a notch. The company says the Chromebook Flip C436 is a clear improvement over its predecessor, and in fact shouldn’t even be compared to the older model.