Showing posts with label Internet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Internet. Show all posts

Browser Update: New Features Or Only For Advertisement? [Opinion]

If you are one of those computer use who have tons of application installed in there pc, then you must be familiar with the case that each time you turn on your computer, some software start working with the system and then it does not take more than a few seconds for a window to pop up reporting that an update is available for either of your existing application. When it comes to a update notification from anti-virus or some plugin, we know that the update brings more security to your computer. However, in most situations you will not notice any difference in operation after update though those update were important.

Browser Update New Features Or Only For Advertisement [Opinion] (1)

Today, let's talk about this trickery adopted by Google and Mozilla to make their browser more popular.

Megabit vs Megabyte: Confusion Regarding Bits & Bytes And Calculating Real Internet Speed [Picked]

Megabit-vs-Megabyte-Confusion-Regarding-Bits-&-Bytes-And-Calculating-Real-Internet-Speed-[Picked]-(2)

It is pretty much common to find people with doubts about choosing the best preferred plan and package for fixed broadband. In general, complaints and questions arise because of the low speeds provided. In fact, there is great inconsistency on download rates, because even paying for a 10Mb/s plan, the speed seems to be 10 times lower than contracted. From the point of view of the customer, the question is pretty simple. I'm paying for a connection of 10Mb/s, so my plan will enable downloads at a rate of 10 Mega Byte per second. But in reality, the story is a little different, because even with an internet connection like this, you'll see the file downloading at 1-1.5MB/s - or sometimes even much less than that.

Aqua Mail: Alternate Client Manage Multiple Email Accounts With Customizable Settings [Android]

Aqua Mail Alternate Client Manage Multiple Email Accounts With Customizable Settings [Android] (1)Aqua Mail - new mail app is an email client with which you can access any account supports POP3 and IMAP protocols, such as Gmail and Hotmail services. The application provides an extremely clear and clean interface that is specifically designed for Android gadgets with small screens. If you're looking for an efficient tool to manage your emails on your gadget, Aqua Mail - new mail app is a great choice. The application allows you to sign up two email accounts compatible with POP3 and IMAP. The program interface like the layout very compact and simple, which intelligently adapts to screen size. Thus, the program is to look great in tablets and also in small gadgets. The bottom menu for quick shortcuts like with which you can reply, delete, or send an email quickly. While viewing a message, the option full screen also facilitates the visualization of large images. In the settings section, there are a lot of options to adjust the various parameters, such as the automatic loading of images, the debug mode, notifications, etc. More to read.

SkyDrive: The Official Client Of Microsoft’s Cloud Service For Android Has Arrived In Play Store [Android]

SkyDrive-The-Official-Client-Of-Microsoft’s-Cloud-Service-For-Android-Has-Arrived-In-Play-Store-[Android]-(2)SkyDrive is a Microsoft service that works along the lines of Google Drive and Dropbox. It is a kind of Cloud Service, which offers up to 7 GB of free memory - expandable up to 25 GB. SkyDrive is an alternative service for those who want more free virtual space and can no longer count on the Google Drive or Dropbox or similar services. Its operation is similar and you can use up to 7 GB of memory in the cloud. Lately, but finally its official app has come to Play Store. The UI is very modern with Windows 8 UI inspired (Metro Typo) design and totally interactive menu, following the same design line of Windows Phone. It is not necessary to perform any kind of registration. Just use your MSN e-mail to login and start using the service. The process is fast and the speed during both to access menus and to download and upload files is good too - which is one of its highlights.

UltraSurf: Simple, Free Yet Fast & Powerful Tool To Access Blocked Sites & Browse Securely [Windows]

UltraSurf-Simple,-Free-Yet-Fast-&-Powerful-Tool-To-Access-Blocked-Sites-&-Browse-Securely-[Windows]Some companies, schools and universities have a lock on their internet server to prevent staff and students from accessing to certain sites, especially social networks like Facebook and Twitter, and in some cases, blogs too. Again, there are some Country-Level restriction in many sites which may happen either because the owner of the site allows only visitors from certain country to visit the site or because the site is banned by the country government. But what if you are badly needing the contents from those? With the growing importance of blogs, for example, you often find information in blogs which can highly influence your life or help in your job or study. Despite the good intentions of the lock (or whoever put it), it can make things worst sometime. In cases like this, what do you do? Simple: fool your ISP and navigate through the obstacle. There are many softwares available in the market to do so. There are IP Switchers (not really recommended), VPNs and many other ways to bypass this system. We previously reviews few of them including Hotspot Shield and SecurityKISS Tunnel. Today we will be looking to another free yet fast and secure alternative called UltraSurf. More to read.

MapQuest: Google Maps Alternative With GPS Navigation And More [Android & iPhone]

MapQuest-Google-Maps-Alternative-With-GPS-Navigation-And-More-[Android-&-iPhone]-(1)Those who seek an application similar to Google Maps can find an alternation in MapQuest. The service provided maps and routes as an application for iPhone and Android, with navigation using the GPS device. The idea is very good, but MapQuest still does not work in many countries. Despite a cool interface, clicking on the icons to find the shops on the map, the application is very limited. For now, he has no information about the Brazilian cities, therefore, does not show any results for the search for establishments. Furthermore, no readily addresses, since it is only able to understand addresses in English. Thus, every time it stores a route search, inserts unnecessary characters and numbers, making it impossible to locate the place. Another detail is that MapQuest restarts and crashes often. For these reasons, it is not yet time to replace Google Maps by this, yet you should keep an eye over it for future updates.

Slices for Twitter: Latest Twitter Client From OneLouder Makes Twitter Like Never Before [Android]

Slices-for-Twitter-Latest-Twitter-Client-From-OneLouder-Makes-Twitter-Like-Never-Before-[Android]-(1)As the name suggests, the Slices for Twitter is an application that helps you to stay always connected on Twitter. Here, you get a much more modern and minimalist to access your account, make posts, check posts from people you follow and interact with their friends. While there are many options of apps to access Twitter on devices with Android, Twitter Slices is certainly noteworthy: it has a very modern look and nice, and is quite intuitive and practical to use. The idea of maintaining two bars for different needs leaves Slices for Twitter-style navigation application that resembles the official Facebook for Android. This helps to find more speed with the most commonly used tools, but without neglecting the possibilities fuller, as the trending topics. The layout of Slices for Twitter is very beautiful, which ensures that it is pleasant to use. The choice of colors was done properly and, moreover, the Slices for Twitter account with fine lines and simple sources, leaving the app with an even better. More to read.

UberSocial for Twitter: Experience Unique Twitter Experience On Your Smartphone [Android & iPhone]

UberSocial-for-Twitter-Experience-Unique-Twitter-Experience-On-Your-Smartphone-[Android-&-iPhone]-(1)After many changes, developers of UberSocial for Twitter decided to give the application a whole new re-design and insert new features in the application. For this, a new look and a new name came out for Android and iPhone! UberSocial Twitter is for a client who does not have anything very special. Compared to its predecessor - Twidroyd, which service has been stopped and shall receive no further updates - it has a greater number of options, but was down streamed by an unattractive interface. UberSocial for Twitter has so many elements in their visual, you just sinned by excess. The interface was polluted and banner advertising on the bottom gets even worse. Moreover, the text font is too small, which can make life difficult for those who have devices with smaller screens. On the positive side, UberSocial for Twitter is very flexible, allowing you to have more than one account and select the service to shorten URLs and post pictures. Moreover, it is compatible with Facebook, posting a message on your Wall discreetly, without a great advertisement.

Pinterest: The Official Mobile Application For The Currently Trending Network Pinterest Is Available [Android & iPhone]

Pinterest-The-Official-Mobile-Application-For-The-Currently-Trending-Network-Pinterest-Is-Available-[Android-&-iPhone]-(0)If you're a fan of Pinterest, should already be waiting for the release of the mobile network. Now you can check updates from friends, and post pins and enjoy pictures posted by your friends, all directly from the screen of your smartphone or tablet running by Android or iOS. For those who had high expectations about the application's official Pinterest, it certainly will not disappoint. With it, you have a fluid and intuitive navigation. It will not be hard for you to find all the functions and tools of Pinterest, especially if you are already familiar with the network. If you want to start using the application Pinterest, is best left for a computer first: during the tests by ABC Trick, we simply can not complete a new registration to the middle of the app. Then, after you're already on the network, leave to use the application. The look fits very clean and minimalist with Pinterest's own identity: he remembers the site, but at the same time can adapt the tools for them to suit the mobile environment. More to read.

VEVO: Turn Your Smartphone To An Online Video Player That Brings The Hottest Clips [Android & iPhone]

VEVO-Turn-Your-Smartphone-To-An-Online-Video-Player-That-Brings-The-Hottest-Clips-[Android-&-iPhone]-(1)VEVO is a service of music videos and entertainment that was recently updated with new language support. In it you find content from Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, Abu Dhabi Media, EMI, Disney Music Group and many other famous American record labels. In VEVO, you see a sort of "YouTube" totally dedicated to the dissemination of music videos from Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group and other famous American record labels. The application also provides a ranking of the most sought after artists and a global map that indicates the position of the bands. The clean interface calls attention to the organization and strong visual appeal that uses short texts and large pictures that show the artists or the best piece of video. The player offers three quality levels (Low, Medium and High), which adapt according to your connection speed, avoiding crashes.

BitTorrent Beta - Torrent App: Official Torrent Client From BitTorrent Inc. Arrived For Android

BitTorrent-Beta---Torrent-App-Official-Torrent-Client-From-BitTorrent-Inc.-Arrived-For-Android-(1)BitTorrent Beta - Torrent App is the mobile version of the famous torrent manager BitTorrent. With the help of the tool, you can now download any content on the Internet without a computer. If you use your Android gadget for everything and are tired of relying on a PC to download content via torrent, BitTorrent Beta - Torrent App can help. The application provides a simplified version of the famous manager available on Windows. However, you have access to more resources, such as controlling the transfer fees and configuration of network ports. The clean interface is one of the biggest highlights of the tool, since the split into tabs leaves no doubt about the contents of the file lists. Clicking on an item, you will find options to pause, restart, and view the files on torrent. At the time of starting a new download, the option to choose the destination directory is very practical and adds a lot of points to the app.


Seesmic Ping: Post And Share On Various Social Networks At Once [Android & iPhone]

Seesmic-Ping-Post-And-Share-On-Various-Social-Networks-At-Once-[Android-&-iPhone]-(6)Seesmic Ping is an application made ​​as for those who live on social networks stuck and want to make posts on them all at once from Android or iPhone.  Simply create an account in the application, including your name, email address and password. Then add the accounts you want, including Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, among others. Undoubtedly, the Seesmic Ping is an interesting option for those who use various social networks and want to keep constantly updated on all posts, using just one application. The practicality of the app is what draws the most attention. Registration at the beginning of the use is unnecessary in most cases, but becomes a good option for those who divide the gadget with others. So, to log into their accounts, you do not need to enter username and password for each account centralizing everything in Seesmic Ping.