WINDOWS 10 - Microsoft says it's the last version of Windows. Check out why

It all started on the 20th of November 1985 when Microsoft released the first (totally bug filled) version of Windows (Windows 1.0) . 30 solid years down the line and Windows 10 (a very smooth OS) will be released somewhere in July. We can say this is good news but is any bad news embedded in it?

 "Right now we're releasing windows 10, and
 because Windows 10  is the last version of 
Windows, we're still working on Windows 10"

Microsoft's developer evangelist, Jerry Nixon was not long ago cited by The Verge making this statement at a Microsoft ignite conference. Ouch, too bad. But hey is there any good news embedded in this bad news? Let's find out.

SO WHAT IS THE REASON BEHIND WINDOWS 10 BEING THE LAST VERSION OF WINDOWS AND WHAT DOES THE STATEMENT REALLY MEAN? 

The statement above may send chills down the spine of Windows lovers and bring joy to Windows haters, but in reality, it should be the opposite. You are wondering why right? Don't wonder any longer. The truth is that windows will just be changing for the better. Windows 10 will actually be the beginning of a new Revolution. When it is launched in July, Windows 7 and 8 users will be able to start using it through a very simple Windows upgrade online for free.

Windows 7 and 8 users will be able to upgrade online when the OS is launched in July

This simply means that in future, you will no longer need to go and buy a new Windows OS for your computer, surface or tablet. All you will be required to do is simply upgrade online and this simply what Jerry really meant. Even though new names with specific figures will not be released any longer, the subscription model, which will allow Windows 7 and 8 users upgrade  to Windows 10 that is if they do so within the first 12 months, will continue then onwards. As such, Windows will be releasing updates more regularly to make the OS even better. So Windows 10 isn't going to mark the end of the OS. Wheew, sigh of relief.

So in summary, Windows is actually not going to end the OS but is looking forward to make everything online-based so Windows users can get updates more regularly than usual and also make the OS even better.

IPHONE 6S LEAK: FEATURES IT WILL BE HAVING WHEN OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN SEMPTEMBER

How the iPhone 6s may look according to proportion 

We've all been waiting for ages just to know how the iPhone 6s will look like. I'm equally surprised at how long it has taken for a major leak to emerge. Well, it's here now and it looks just so cool.

The leak comes from KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who has a rock solid track record on Apple leaks in recent years. Kuo spoke privately to investors today breaking down 11 key features he understands will make up the key elements of the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus when they are launched in September.

HERE ARE THE 11 FEATURES THE PHONE WILL BE HAVING

• Force Touch will be the biggest upgraded selling point, but also one of the main bottlenecks of the supply chain. Force Touch can enhance user experience due to more input methods and support of handwritten signatures, which is beneficial for expanding in the commercial market
• Screen will remain at 4.7 and 5.5 inches, with resolution the same as existing models. There will be no new 4-inch model
• There will be an additional casing color, rose gold, matching the rose gold Apple Watch Edition
• The camera will have a pixel upgrade, likely to 12 MP
• One microphone will be added near the speaker to enhance voice quality
• The A9 processor with upgraded 2GB LPDDR4 will be adopted
• The bending issue will be improved by using different casing materials and internal mechanical design changes
• If drop test issues can be resolved, the 5.5-inch model will have a limited number of units with sapphire cover lens
• The recognition rate of Touch ID will be improved further in a bid to promote Apple Pay
• Gesture control support
• It’s expected that mass production will start in mid-to-late August. Total shipments will be 80-90mn in 2015, with a 2:1 ratio of 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch models. 

IOS 8.2: apple silently kills it. And reasons why you wouldn't want to upgrade to ios 8.3

Apple always knows how to do it and they've done it once again. Unlike android who have rolledout lollipop for more than 6 months and yet are unable to reach even 10% of their users, Apple’s rollout of iOS updates  is both slick and efficient, with the majority of eligible handsets upgrading in short order. Apple is also quick to lock out older version that may have a number of bugs that need to be avoided.

"You have to hand it to Apple, it knows how to get the latest versions of iOS onto users’ devices – one way or another. The positive way is Apple’s unparalleled ability to make updates immediately available to all. But there is also a more sneaky method and Apple has just used it again…"

As a result seven week old iOS 8.2 has been unceremoniously killed off by what Apple calls ‘code signing’. This leaves iOS 8.3 as the only version of iOS which the company will allow to be installed on owner’s iPads, iPhones and iPod touch. Oops, that sounds unfair. 

HOW CODE SIGNING WORKS

Code Signing triggers at the point of installation. Every version of iOS has to ‘sign in’ with Apple’s servers first to verify its identity and receive permission to install. If Apple refuses to sign off the software it aborts, and clever Twitter bot @TSSstatus has detected iOS 8.2 signatures are no longer being signed off.

WHAT I REALLY IMPLIES

The long and short of this is iOS owners can now only install iOS 8.3 from now on (unless they have developer access to betas of iOS 8.4), regardless of which version they are currently running.

THE MAIN REASONS WHY YOU WOULDN'T WANT TO UPGRADE TO IOS 8.3

The good news is if you don’t want to upgrade to iOS 8.3 – aside from the constant nagging notification on the settings icon – you can stay put. But the problem is if you suffer any issues with iOS 8.3 (and there are notable dangers – including security glitches) then there is no way to ‘downgrade’ to a previous version that worked for you. You’re stuck.

This is also bad news for jailbreakers because iOS 8.3 isn’t fully jailbroken. Consequently should you accidentally upgrade there is no route back and any jailbroken apps you use will be lost along with their data. 

So the choice is yours. Are you gonna upgrade or you will be where you are for now? 

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SAMSUNG GALAXY S6: The big fix finally released. + Google being slapped in the face with reality.

Just a few weeks ago, Samsung, the leading manufacturer of Android devices released the latest of their 'S'  series which is running on the latest version of Android operating system, 'lollipop'. Many people using this device thought of it as a super speedy device but just a week ago, Samsung stepped forward to admit that both the galaxy s6 and s6 edge are suffering real performance problems and promised to deliver a speedy fix. Samsung have been true to their word.

Today, it has been confirmed that both the s6 and s6 edge users are beginning to receive the update. Though the official changelog for the 'G920FXXU1AODG' is disappointed vague, many users who have got the update have confirmed that the new update is far better in terms of performance. 

I know many will be shaking their head at the moment wondering why a phone that is been widely considered as one of the fastest smartphones in the market need an update to make it faster. The answer is surprisingly simple: due to way Samsung handles memory, the real con of the device is not noticeable immediately, it's only known after a few weeks. In short, the phones don't  free up RAM well from apps which are not currently in use. Consequently over time the phones get slower and slower and eventually start forcing apps to crash. It is possible to individually close apps from the multitasking menu, but that doesn’t work as well as a complete reboot. And due to this, most reviews did not really spot this flaw. Many people noticed it after a month. 

The update is over the air so go to settings>about device>software update>update ASAP to get it.

So who do we blame, Google or Samsung? 

Since the rollout in October, 2014, many people have been complaining about the android lollipop with many people who have upgraded from kitakat to it wishing they never did and many who wish to upgrade to it being totally discouraged. 

Interestingly, while Samsung now seems to have the issue in hand, many have questioned if the finger of blame should actually be pointed at Google.

Android Lollipop has suffered memory management problems since it was originally launched and Android 5.0.1, 5.0.2 and 5.1 have all failed to fully fix it. Android 5.1.1 is next in line and Samsung is actually working on getting this to both phones in super quick time, which is a potential game changer.

Still it appears Samsung has beaten Google to the punch here, quite a scalp given though Nexus devices still struggle with the same issue.

Well, the main issue many keep wondering about is if both the s6 and edge will be able to stand the test of time since both of them do not have removable batteries but android apps are known for squeezing the juice out of the battery. 

Well, I can't conclude; this is just a start.... 

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MICROSOFT SURFACE 3: Review + Why you would or wouldn't want to buy it

Microsoft, the company with the highest number of users when it comes to operating systems relating desktop computers has been producing a string of devices of late who have been making their way into the tech market. Following the purchase of Nokia few years ago, Microsoft Inc has produced devices like the range of lumias and Microsoft surfaces with latest being the surface 3. Today, I'll be talking about the good, the bad and the ugly of this device which was released on the 5th of May, 2015.

• THE GOOD
  

This simple super stylish and aluminium cased device has so many pros for which you would want to buy this. Worth $499 and running Windows 8, and unlike its predecessors, this device supports all windows applications including those for Windows RT. With its stylus, you've got both a laptop and a table all in one. It is running on Atom x7 processor, which lets it run traditional Windows apps, unlike the previous Tegra 4 chip. At 1.37 pounds and 0.34 inch thick, the Surface 3 is also a tad lighter and thinner than the Surface 2, which clocked in at 1.49 pounds and 0.35 inch thick. The two tablets still feel very different, though. The Surface 3 adopts the 3:2 screen aspect ratio from the Surface Pro 3 for its 10.8-inch screen, which makes it resemble a sheet of paper more than the wide 16:9 displays on previous Surfaces. And while that means the Surface 3 will show black bars when watching movies, the new proportions make it far more balanced to hold as a tablet. The previous Surface's wide screen just felt more awkward when held in one hand -- especially in portrait mode. 

• THE BAD

Everything has its ups and downs and the surface 3 is no exception. Even though this device is quite speedy and has some nice graphics, its 2GB RAM won't allow it to perform most tasks that a standard laptop will perform. An example is running Adobe photoshop, corel draw and Eclipse at the same time; man, I'm sure you really want to break this little this down for life. Another problem this device has is that, it cannot play most graphic hungry games; I guess you know the minimum requirement for FIFA 15?

• THE UGLY

If you really want a lower weight tablet or just one that you would want for games, then don't thing of the Microsoft surface 3. Coz it's heavier than most tablets in the market and if you want to hold this in your palm as an ipad and play games, man, think twice. And one thing annoying about this device is that you will need to buy the keyboard cover separately at more than  a hundred dollars.

This post is just a summary of what you should expect when you buy a MICROSOFT SURFACE 3. I wouldn't recommend that you buy a surface 3 but I will recommend that you buy the only tablet+laptop selling at $499.

Check out the full spec»»» 

• FORM FACTORTablet
 
• OPERATING SYSTEMWindows (8.1)
 
• SCREEN SIZE10.8 inches
 
• STORAGE TYPEInternal storage (64 GB, Flash),...
 
• CAMERA (INTEGRATED)8 megapixels
• MAXIMUM BATTERY LIFEUp to 10 hours
 
• RELEASEDMay 5, 2015

General

• TypeHandheld
• Form factorTablet
• Operating systemWindows (8.1)

Networking

• WiFi (integrated)Yes

Media

• Media playbackYes

Camera

• Camera (integrated)8 megapixels

Other features

• External accessory supportExternal keyboard

Display

• Screen size10.8 inches
• Screen resolution1920 x 1280
• Screen typeLCD (Color, Backlit)
• TouchscreenYes

Storage

• Storage typeInternal storage (64 GB, Flash), Memory card
• Memory card supportmicroSD

Power

• Maximum battery lifeUp to 10 hours

Audio

• Built-in microphoneYes

Connections

• USB3.0

Hardware

• RAM2 GB

Size & weight

• Dimensions0.34 inches (d)

Pricing & availability

• AvailabilityAvailable
• Released (US)May 5, 2015
• Announced (US)March 31, 2015
• Original price$499 USD

Colors

• Silver

128GB specs

• FORM FACTORTablet
 
• OPERATING SYSTEMWindows (8)
 
• SCREEN SIZE10.8 inches
 
• STORAGE TYPEInternal storage (128 GB,...
 
• CAMERA (INTEGRATED)8 megapixels
• MAXIMUM BATTERY LIFEUp to 10 hours
 
• RELEASEDMay 5, 2015

General

• TypeHandheld
• Form factorTablet
• Operating systemWindows (8)

Networking

• WiFi (integrated)Yes

Media

• Media playbackYes

Camera

• Camera (integrated)8 megapixels

Other features

• External accessory supportExternal keyboard

Display

• Screen size10.8 inches
• Screen resolution1920 x 1280
• Screen typeLCD (Color, Backlit)
• TouchscreenYes

Storage

• Storage typeInternal storage (128 GB, Flash), Memory card
• Memory card supportmicroSD

Power

• Maximum battery lifeUp to 10 hours

Audio

• Built-in microphoneYes

Connections

• USB3.0

Hardware

• RAM4 GB

Size & weight

• Dimensions0.34 inches (d)

Pricing & availability

• AvailabilityAvailable
• Released (US)May 5, 2015
• Announced (US)March 31, 2015

Colors

• Silver

LTE specs

• FORM FACTORTablet
 
• OPERATING SYSTEMWindows (8)
 
• SCREEN SIZE10.8 inches
 
• STORAGE TYPEInternal storage (Flash), Memory...
 
• CAMERA (INTEGRATED)8 megapixels
• MAXIMUM BATTERY LIFEUp to 10 hours
 
• RELEASEDMay 5, 2015

General

• TypeHandheld
• Form factorTablet
• Operating systemWindows (8)

Networking

• WiFi (integrated)Yes
• Mobile broadband (integrated)LTE-based

Media

• Media playbackYes

Camera

• Camera (integrated)8 megapixels

Other features

• External accessory supportExternal keyboard

Display

• Screen size10.8 inches
• Screen resolution1920 x 1280
• Screen typeLCD (Color, Backlit)
• TouchscreenYes

Storage

• Storage typeInternal storage (Flash), Memory card
• Memory card supportmicroSD

Power

• Maximum battery lifeUp to 10 hours

Audio

• Built-in microphoneYes

Connections

• USB3.0

Size & weight

• Dimensions0.34 inches (d)

Pricing & availability

• AvailabilityAvailable
• Released (US)May 5, 2015
• Announced (US)March 31, 2015
• Original price$599 USD
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Colors

• Silver

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