Thursday, April 30, 2015

It is possible to convert iOS and Android apps to Windows 10 – Pplware

After several rumors gave for granted the ability to run Android applications on Windows 10, Microsoft finally reveal everything on the first day of its Build conference.

Not only are Android applications that They will be able to use the Windows 10 but also created for the mobile OS from Apple. And if delayed expected to be available this possibility, Microsoft has anticipated and is now available the first versions of these tools.

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Of course, even natural, that the implementation of these applications do not directly by simply “translate” code between platforms. Ideally this root compatibility exist, but since they are different programming languages, an intermediate process is needed.

You will need a conversion process between each of the systems, to ensure that programming languages ​​and are adapted to the functions and services used to be transposed.

That’s why Microsoft has created the mechanisms dedicated to this conversion, users simply import to the new tools, which then take charge of the move to Visual Studio.

These conversion tools are now open to the public, a Developer Preview, so programmers to start testing and preparing to create applications for new Windows 10 dedicated to mobile devices.

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Project Islandwood

Project Islandwood is the tool that Microsoft created, dedicated to code implementation and iOS applications to Windows 10.

With this tool developers will be able to import their projects created in Xcode for Visual Studio and thereafter compile them and publish them in the Windows application store.

Once in Visual Studio will be simple and quick to compile and debug all applications created in Objective-C.

The changes required to achieve transport an application created in iOS world to the Windows world.

Project Astoria

The Project Astoria the version created to import and compile applications created for Android to Windows applications store.

Here too the changes necessary to get an Android application to work on Windows and can be used for the Windows libraries add services to these applications.

Once you convert the application it can be evaluated and tested in any IDE and prepared to be submitted in the Windows application store.

For now access to any of these projects is limited and Developer Preview, but interested only need to register for access to be granted. This description is made on the page of each of these projects.

The final versions of these tools come after Windows 10 was released, which is expected to be in early summer 2015.

Microsoft seems to have succeeded in creating something that many sought aspired several years ago. The BlackBerry experience managed to bring Android to your system, but ended up out there.

Microsoft to achieve also integrate iOS took the next step and eventually broke new ground in development.

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Asus starts to provide Android Lollipop for ZenFone 5 … – Tudocelular.com

Asus has finally announced the release of Android 5.0.2 for the ZenFone 5. However, not everything is perfect for Brazilian users because the model is awarded A500KL , which has 400 Snapdragon processor, different from A501CG we have here with the Intel Z2560.

According to informed by the company, it is possible perform the installation Manual , by downloading the new firmware through the official support site for the product. However, the update over the air will be released from tomorrow (01/05), gracing all users of this model around the world.

The available file has about 819.44MB , and allow the device receives the V12.4.5.21 version of its firmware. However, Asus recommends that your device is first updated to V11.4.6.94 issue before the installation be performed to avoid any problems.

The complete list of improvements can be seen in manufacturer’s own website, among which we can highlight the new lock screen and central notifications , and several other visual changes in various sectors of the system. It is also worth noting the presence of some new applications, such as Super Note and TripAdvisor, which promise to take even more features to the platform.

The Asus took yet to release the update schedule other models , stating that the version of ZenFone 5 sold in Brazil will be updated sometime in the month of May. . However, no concrete date has been made available so far

Check out the full table update provided by the company:

 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 

Template Estimated update via OTA
ZenFone 5 LTE (A500KL) Beginning May
ZenFone 4 (A400CG / A450CG) Middle of May
ZenFone 5 (A500CG) Half of May
ZenFone 6 (A600CG) Half of May
PadFoneS (PF500L) Beginning June

Obviously, the schedule may be advanced or delayed according to the needs of Asus , leaving we wait to know when exactly the company will release the new version of Android for their devices sold on Brazilian soil.

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Android Apps codes and iOS will work on Windows 10 – Look Digital

It’s official: with Windows 10, you can bring applications developed for Android on the platform. More than that; Microsoft also facilitated the port iOS apps to Windows. The news was revealed on Wednesday, 29, during a Build, annual conference of the company with developers.

For Android applications, Microsoft allows developers to reuse Java or C ++ code in Windows 10 . In the case of iOS, you can reuse the code in Objective C. These applications can be only slightly modified to integrate the functionality of Windows 10, such as dynamic blocks, Cortana, Xbox, etc.

It will not be as simple as running an Android APK on Windows, however. The decision to recompile the code to run on Windows also passes by the developer, but the company wants to eliminate the possible points of friction. Leaving the creation of Windows applications easier for those familiar with other platforms, the company expects to reduce the gap between the volume of apps among competing platforms and Windows.

According to Microsoft, these tools already They are being tested for some time with some key companies such as King, responsible for the game Candy Crush, one of the most popular in the world. According to Terry Myerson, head of the Windows area, the game runs on mobile phones using the code of iOS.

He said in an interview with The Verge, the company considered seriously embrace only the applications of iOS, but He decided to integrate Android also the fact that the scope be higher. “When we think of Windows, we think of all the people on the planet. There are countries where iOS devices are not available, “Myerson said.

There are other news in relation to Windows applications. The company now allows sites to be transformed in the new platform of universal application, taking advantage of features such as notifications and even domestic procurement. These web applications could be distributed in the Windows store.

The company also said that current desktop applications, Win32 and .NET can also be transformed into universal applications of Windows 10.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Microsoft opens Windows to Android and iOS applications – publico

                 


                         
                     

                 

 
                         

Microsoft announced another attempt to resolve what has been a problem in recent years: many of the applications that the iOS users, Apple and Android are used do not exist for Windows Phone, which has been an obstacle the adoption of this system.

                     


                         The company will now facilitate the implementation of Android applications and iOS for the next Windows. The new tools will enable developers to reuse software code, so that they can quickly adapt and able to also enjoy the functionality of the Microsoft platform, such as virtual assistant Cortana.

The news was announced at the Build conference, for developers, which started on Wednesday and in which revelations were made on Windows 10, which will arrive this year and which will be, in different versions, the system operating for computers, tablets , mobile phones and the Xbox console. One aim of having a universal system is precisely to facilitate the development of applications that work on all these devices.

Microsoft will also make available a tool that lets you convert a traditional Windows application and a web application, an application of Windows 10, which can be distributed and installed from the app store.

The number of small applications, compared to competing stores of Apple and Google, has been a vicious cycle for Microsoft. Because there are fewer applications, many consumers away from the system. This little market share, meanwhile, departs the creators, concentrating resources on rival platforms, which have much more users.

The company admitted in the event that the strategy is to entice programmers, causing them to become interested in the platform and end up by creating root applications.

Microsoft also demonstrated a feature called Continuum, which allows applications on a mobile device change their interface when the device is connected to a large screen and a mouse and keyboard, to read features and a Similar to the aspect of computer applications.

At the conference, has not yet revealed the successor to the name browser Internet Explorer, which will continue to exist, albeit in a limited manner solely for companies that need it. Hitherto known as the Spartan Project code, the new browser will be called Edge.


 
                     
                 

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TOS +: This will be the next rival (Chinese) Android – Pplware

Android is unquestionably the most popular operating system for mobile devices. According to recent data from IDC, for the fourth quarter 2014, 96.3% of the smartphone sales market belong to Android and iOS. However, the major chunk belongs even to Android with 81.5%.

In addition to the hardware, the coming competition from China seems to also attack Google, especially Android! Let us know TOS +, the next Android rival

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The Tencent, Chinese Internet giant, recently announced a new operating system that was dubbed Tencent Operating System (TOS +).

With very similar functions to Android, the TOS + offers features the recognition level voice, integrated payment system and works on anything that is “smart hardware” such as TVs, game consoles, etc.

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The platform can be used by other manufacturers and developers provided they agree to share profits. Here is a set of interface images

But there’s more, the TOS + will also work on Smart Watches. – See here

Note that Tencent in China dominates the segment of social networking and online entertainment.

With great asset this system has the WeChat chat app, which already allows sending money through an own chat window.

Via Reuters

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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

TOS +: Is this the next rival (Chinese) Android – Pplware

Android is unquestionably the most popular operating system for mobile devices. According to recent data from IDC, for the fourth quarter 2014, 96.3% of the smartphone sales market belong to Android and iOS. However, the largest share belongs to the same Android with 81.5%.

In addition to the hardware, the coming competition from China also seems to want to attack Google, especially Android! Let us know TOS +, the next Android rival

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The Tencent, Chinese Internet giant, recently announced a new operating system that was dubbed Tencent Operating System (TOS +).

With very similar functions to Android, the TOS + offers features the recognition level voice, integrated payment system and works on anything that is “smart hardware”, such as TVs, game consoles, etc.

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The platform can be used by other manufacturers and developers provided they agree to share profits. Here is a set of interface images

But there is more, the TOS + will also work on Smart Watches. – See here

Note that Tencent in China dominates the segment of social networking and online entertainment.

With great asset this system has the WeChat chat app, which already provides shipping money through an own chat window.

Via Reuters

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Rumor: Microsoft to support Android apps on Windows 10 – Pplware

Where there’s smoke there’s fire, and according to some rumors, Microsoft will finally announce support on smartphones, tablets and PCs to Android apps in the next build of Windows 10.

The announcement, they say, will be Build conference in 2015 developer to perform this week in San Francisco.


This information is not already now, journalist for Microsoft issues, Paul Thurrott, who certainly has solid sources within the company, already advanced in a while. Microsoft apparently considered will add support for Android applications on Windows 10 for some time, but it seems that it’s time to pull the trigger and trigger this asset!

Assuming that the information is correct, there are still many questions to be answered about how Windows 10 will support the applications developed for Android. An idea that is this new feature is Microsoft developing a new store just for Android applications on Windows 10 and up who knows even, support third-party stores such as Amazon.

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This feature will allow Windows 10 users to access and benefit from thousands of applications that can bring an added advantage to the new operating system from US company, is without doubt a shot on target. However, is to realize the effect this decision will have on its own ecosystem of native applications for Windows, what will happen to programmers who are easily relegated to the sidelines.

In the coming days we will have more news, meanwhile, we can imagine what will be the largest operating system in history to use the larger platform of topical applications. Fantastic, right?

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Have an Android smartphone? These are applications that spend … – View

AVG Technologies, known for free antivirus, released a new study on the effects of various applications on smartphones with the Android operating system, in three categories: those that use more battery power, the more damage the device yield and who consume more mobile data. But if there is something common to all the “Top 10″ is that social networks are at the top of the rankings.

Applications that consume more battery

In this category, the study of AVG makes a distinction between applications that are used automatically (work from the moment the smartphone is turned on) and those that are activated by the user.

Among the applications that run automatically, which consumes more battery is the Beaming Service for Samsung, followed by Security Policy Updates. The first streamlines the use of loyalty cards, while the second updates the security settings of the mobile device. But social networks are not off the podium with Facebook to stay in third place. Also the social network and the Waze application to take selfies Candy Camera are among the highest contributors to the loss of autonomy of smartphones.

Also in applications that are activated manually is Samsung who leads, with Samsung WatchON (Video) to search multimedia content across multiple platforms, and transform the smartphone into the remote control. From product sales platform second hand OLX Free Classifieds is second, followed by Telstra, which contains news and information about the weather.

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Facebook, Spotify Music, Instagram and Path are applications that most affect the performance of smartphones. Social networks are characterized by the timeliness of the content (an actuality almost “the second”), which requires a constant updating of the other applications that manage its operation. The constant need for these updates and hence the resources they consume, leading to an overload of the device’s RAM, impairing its operation.

Applications that consume a greater amount of data

The application of the British tabloid Daily Mail leads the list of most consuming mobile data. Soon after, are Tumblr, Facebook, Instagram and Spotify Music. Social networks and multimedia content applications are the most negatively contribute to the mobile data tariff.

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The malware is starting to take account of Android – Pplware

Android is a system that repeatedly finds himself exposed to serious security problems. Typically, they are applications that are posted to the Play Store and similar stores that can infect thousands of devices and steal data or other materials.

A recent study has revealed an even worse and very worrying scenario for users of Android . In 2014, 1 in 6 existing applications for Android was a disguised malware .

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These figures are the result of a study by Symantec, held during the year 2014 and show a very bleak picture for Android and for applications that users have access.

What can be seen in this study, the percentage of malicious applications in different applications stores that user has access are increasingly taking filled with software that once installed proves a headache for users.

This number is extremely high at around 17%, a value not expect to see and showing weaknesses in the application approval systems in Android stores.

But in addition to this large number, there is an even more worrying and also high. We speak of the software that Symantec categorized as greyware.

This software does not appear problematic at install time, but some time later assumes its true identity and eventually become malignant. This software is already about 36% of applications available for installation.

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This study evaluated over 200 applications stores for Android in where the download more than 50,000 applications.

Most of the malware found mainly aims to steal user data such as phone numbers and telephone directories, only to be sold.

There are still the leading smartphones to send SMS to value-added services or advertising feature in any application without user control.

The areas where further spread of this malware are in places where it is difficult or impossible access to Google’s application store which forces users to make use of stores unofficial applications and where they are often tampered with or altered for very specific purposes.

Interestingly this same study managed to find three applications for iOS that were malware, but that forced users to have jailbreak for any problem was created.

The biggest problem is the Android even in applications that are obtained parallel to the official shops and where there is no control over the applications available there.

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Sales of Apple Watch, in just 24 hours, surpass those of all … – Tech & Net

 
 
 
 

You may still be too early to say for sure what will be the big winner of the “war of smartwatches”, but it is certain that Apple takes Watch has a great advantage over your competition. According to the latest information, in just 24 hours were sold more than Apple Watch all smartwatches with Android Wear marketed until today.

During the year 2014 all manufacturers, such as Motorola , LG and Samsung, who have chosen to use Google’s operating / operating system to smartwatches sold a total of “only” 720,000 units.

Comparing these data with the number of Apple Watches sold in the United States, only the first day of pre-bookings ( almost 1 million units ), it is safe to say that Apple is currently the Watch smartwatch “beating”.

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However, this is a somewhat unfair comparison to make” one to a ‘, since Apple Watch was released with the support of advertising campaigns precipitous giant apple, while LG and Samsung smartwatches, for example, eventually be treated almost like side projects.

Now, with the launch of Apple Watch, all manufacturers will have to raise the value of the stakes if they wish to dethrone the king in sales of smart watch market.

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Monday, April 27, 2015

Apple Watch cilindra annual sales of Android Wear – Pplware

It is no secret that no Apple Watch sales exceeded expectations of the company and that this gadget is to be a resounding success.

The numbers there are not official, but clearly show that this was another release of Apple marked by success.

In a simple analysis of comparison, can now be seen that this was not just a success. The impact was such that sales of Watch overshadowed comprehensively sales of watches with Android Android Wear recorded during 2014.

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This may seem keeping with reality, but results from a simple comparison of numbers, which are public knowledge and that are taken to be reliable.

Despite the lack of official figures, the analysts estimated that Apple Watch sales must have been around the 957 000 units, and only in the territory of the United States . However, in a recent report published by the same company, forecasts point to 1 million and 700,000 only units sold in the first weekend. Those responsible for market analysis believe that only 376,000 users already have in hand the watch Apple while the other will have to wait until June (deliveries being made according to the following chart information).

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When compared to the sales figures known for 2014 for the different models that are equipped with the Android Wear, and prowled the 720,000 units, the difference is significant. Even the analysts mentioned that sales of smartwatches with Android Wear were far from those expected.

With these figures present is simple to state that the success of Apple Watch was so large that Apple should have sold a single day more watches all smartwatches with Android Wear sold in 2014.

Even aware of the success that could be the launch of Apple Watch, Apple never thought of getting this goal in such a short space of time .

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It should be noted that Apple’s numbers do not represent actual sales, but orders placed and that will only materialize in buying more forward in time, but it almost certainly will not be desistidas.

But the truth is that this is not by far the most famous Apple product and, for comparison, the iPhone 6 sales and 6 Plus exceeded 10 million units at the end of first week.

They are different markets and with different targets, even more so with the smartwatches to be still something that many do not understand how essential and necessary have.

After they sold out within minutes, the Apple Watch now appears more a comparison metric that clearly shows the success and adherence had the loyal consumers of Apple.

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10 Great features that unknown on your Android – Pplware

The mobile operating system from Google is currently the most widely used worldwide and this happens not only by the number of devices available on the market, but much the fault of many that offers tools and the wide range of settings and possible customizations.

And the truth is that in the midst of all this, come to be very useful features that sometimes users do not realize that there are those today and that we will show you!

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It is true that ignores many features that are present in your phone with the operating system designed by Google, Android. It is also true that will never memorize all and even more unlikely is to use all. But that does not mean that it’s the completely unaware or that one day forget the most useless for you.

So in this article we introduce you to ten of these features that can, from today, to facilitate very day-to-day.

Android Devices Manager and remote security

With the help of this feature, users can easily monitor, block and clean all the contents of the your device. In addition, this option also allows access to your Android device via any Web browser, and from there, you can have access to features such as device lock, the location of it, delete important contents, among many others.

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Simply go to the application Settings & amp; Security and then after Device Management . It is this option that will allow the user Manager devices have access to resources to block and eliminate any possible lost device.



Screen Recording

As of version 5.0 of Android, Google decided to implement a very interesting feature that allows users to record video all the movements that happen on the screen.

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Simply access the Play Store and install one of the many applications that allow this feature, as is the example of the application Rec. This question arises because Google decided not to include any root application this effect. However, after installing the application, just then start recording everything that is going on on your screen and at the end, an MP4 video.

is generated Price: Free

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Speed ​​up or slow down your animations

Another very nice feature is the ability to reduce or increase the transition speed between screens. Yes, you can.

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First you need to enable Development Options and for that simply access the application Settings & gt; About phone and load several times in the Build number . You will be shown a message that is already a programmer. Then simply return the application Settings & gt; Developer Options and change the options of window animation Scale , transition animations Scale and animator long range .

If you do not know much about the other features, it is best not to make too many changes without being well informed as it can totally haywire your device. Go slowly, but you can read here more about this option.



Smart Lock

Another feature that many users may not know is the Smart Lock (Smart Lock ) provided through the Play Services . And depending on the devices are several locking methods, such as the Trusted Devices, Trusted Sites, Face trusted and reliable Voice.

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The feature is accessible via the Settings & gt; Security , you must have one active Screen Lock (PIN for example), this action will activate the Smart Lock or Lock Smart , where will the various locking options to use.

Data Control

Now, in a time when almost all users have data plans, Android offers a very interesting control feature but many users do not use correctly. Thus, the recommended will enable notifications for some megs below their limit traffic through the red line and this can define at what point is that your mobile data are turned off.

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To access this feature, simply go to Settings , Use of Data and then set when you want to be notified.

File Transfer via Wi-Fi

The file transfer between devices has always been a tedious task because, via Bluetooth or via NFC, the transfer speed is nothing extraordinary. Fortunately, most devices support Wi-Fi Direct.

Basically, this feature creates a direct connection between two devices via Wi-Fi, requiring only an application such as Superbeam to transfer quickly and easily the files you need.

Restrict Use of Data for Application

The Android uses and performs operations related to some applications even when the user is not the to use and it may be that these applications to access to mobile data without your knowledge.

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But the truth is that you can control such access by simply access the Settings & gt; Use of Data and for each of the applications set a maximum limit of use. Thus, each application will not exceed the limit that the user set.



Use Your Information When the Device

Imagine losing your phone and someone who finds want return it only faced with a constraint, the device has a standard or an unlock PIN. It is almost impossible for that person to return the equipment to its owner.

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But what many users do not know is that they can add your personal information to your device, allowing, if you lose it, whoever finds it can return it. Just go to Settings & gt; Security and select Owner Information . Thus those who find your lost device will always have a possible way to contact you.



Notifications Priority

With the Android 5.0 Lollipop, Google improved notifications system and started to allow that they be shown on the unlock screen. And from this moment, also began to be possible to decide which and when applications will notify you and still hide even some notifications.

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This way, you can then define what kind of notifications you want, if any, none or Priority, what you can do for your device ceases to bother with not as important issues in inopportune times. To enable this feature, go to Settings & gt; Sounds & Notifications and search for Notice . Then use the With the locked device and Application Notification .



Extend or Decrease Time Blocking

Currently, thousands people use the automatic locking, either by default, PIN or other. The Android allows easy and simple the user to define which the timeout for the block.

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To do this, simply access the Settings & gt; Security and then select the Block Automatically (this feature only appears if you have any type of lock set, pattern, PIN, or other). From there you can set the time limit that you want for your device to lock automatically.

And here are ten of a lot of features provided by Android devices and can end up without very useful in everyday day thousands of users. If you know of other interesting features also share them with us.

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