Amazon fire HD kids tablet launched: Free replacement if broken within 48 months of purchase.

Kids love tablets. Kids don't want toys anymore. Kids break tablets but they want the real thing. These are the main reasons why amazon introduced the Amazon fire HD tablet for kids. The tablet comes in blue, green or pink cover and rages from $99 to $189 depending on the memory. They memories available are 8GB and 16GB.

I will say this is great news for all parents. The reasons are enormous but they main are the free replacement and the free apps. These simply mean when your child breaks the tablet, all you've got to do is send it to Amazon for free replacement with  no questions and your child also gets access to loads of kids apps, games, videos, books and so much more.

Jorrit Van der Meulen, Vice President, Amazon Devices said: “Fire HD Kids Edition offers the best of both worlds for parents and kids.

"With the two-year, no-questions-asked, worry-free guarantee, and Fire for Kids parental controls, parents can rest assured that the device is well protected and that they’ll never be surprised by a bill, unwanted ads or social media posts."

The free games included feature popular children's TV characters like Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam, Avengers, Mickey Mouse, Dora the Explorer, The Penguins of Madagascar, Shaun the Sheep, and loads more.

I believe this is the kind of sale system every parent wants.

Go grab one for your kid. Amazon fire kids tablet

WhatsApp tricks - Top 7.for Android users

WhatsApp is the greatest messaging app in existence. Even though it has over the years had competition from apps like wechat, it has still been able to stand tall with improvements and added features with the latest being its call feature. WhatsApp has been built in such a way that using it is so easy and with the tricks I'm about to highlight on, it will even be easier and more fun.

• Backing up messages - As we all know, we sometimes end up deleting our very important messages mistakenly and wish to have them back. Or we just want to change our phone and we really need all our messages back. Well, it's not difficult to do that, all you need to do is to go to the WhatsApp Settings>Chat settings and tap on "back up chats". Note: WhatsApp automatically backs up every message at 4:00 in the morning.
  

• Check when your sent message was read - Sending messages without reply is really frustrating. Especially when you see that blue thick but you are still not getting your reply and you start to guess, "maybe he/she just finished reading it". Guess it's high time you knew how to check when your message was read. Long press on the message and tap on the button with an " 'i' in a circle" that pops up on the green bar. 
  

• Hide last seen - Sometimes you just tap on the app and take a quick glance at your messages because you are very busy thus won't be able to reply your messages but the sad news is that whenever you do that, WhatsApp automatically stores that time as your last seen and making people who have sent you the message feel ignored whiles in reality, they're not. It's easy to fix this just by hiding your last seen. Just go to the WhatsApp Settings>Account>Privacy and tap "Last seen" . Now you can change who you want to view your last seen there. 
  

• Select who sees your Profile photo and status - One way or the other, strangers end up having our phone numbers and get to see our profile photos and read a our status without us having any idea and sometimes it puts our lives at risk. This is not impossible to prevent. All you need to do is go to the WhatsApp Settings>Account>Privacy and tap either "Profile photo" or 'Status' to change who is allowed to view them.
  
  

• Know who read your message in a group -  Sometimes you send a message or a string of messages in a group and then no one replies. Ouch, that hurts. You end up assuming no one is online. Don't just keep assuming; be sure. Long press the message you've sent and then tap on the button with an " 'i' in a circle" that pops up on the green bar. There you will be able to see those have read and those who have only received  the messages with the exact time they did indicated.
  

• Hide blue thick - Blue thick sometimes just show up when you desperately need them not to. Those moments when you are too busy to reply but you are so tempted that you tapped on the message but before you know it, WhatsApp has already sent a "read status" to the sender. Omg, too bad. To save yourself the trouble, tap the WhatsApp  Settings>Account>Privacy and then uncheck the "read receipts" box. 
  

• Restore deleted messages - It just happens that we sometimes mistakenly end up deleting our messages. That is never the end for them. All you need to do is uninstall and reinstall the app and when setting it up, allow restore and that's it. You've got the messages back except the ones you sent/received after 4:00 that day. And if you've changed your phone and need your messages back, then you'll need to insert your SD card into the new phone before installing WhatsApp but if your new phone has not SD card slot, then you'll need to copy your WhatsApp folder from your file manager into the new phone's.
  

Hope these tricks help you enjoy WhatsApp even more. Your questions, suggestions and comments are really important. . 

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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