الجمعة، 30 أكتوبر 2015

How to install Android apps


How to install Android apps

 

You have just unbox your first smart phone to still pondering to install those needed apps then you have come to the right place.

If you are a novice to Smartphone’s world, you may have come across the word “apps” everywhere you go, but don’t really don’t know where to get them and you don’t know their functions, we are going to help you on how to.

What is the word app?

The word “app” stand for “application”. Applications which are programs written by programmers to perform a specific function, before you  use an apps, you have to install and store them on the devices you are  using, though many apps are installed on your phone before you buy it. Apps are built to run on certain types of devices. For instance, you can’t install an app which is for iPhone on an Android device, and vice versa. Majority of the apps you have to laugh them before using, but at times some of the apps runs underground or in the background. As an app users, you can interact with the app in many angles, which including typing in text, tapping icons and menu items, swiping our finger on them, and even speaking to them as you use.
Some apps developers give the apps for free while others charges for a fee. This may include running advertisements on their app, or restricting the function until you buy the premium version. Apps developers also update their apps to make it run faster and better. Go get this new features you needed to download the app an rerun it again.




 
That is typically all about apps, but what did apps usually do? They performed every functions that you want the device to do.

Where do I get Android apps?

Basically android apps are gotten from play store. Google sells apps on play store; there are also free ones available. You have to sign up for a Google account set up for you to download an app.
Note:  Once you purchase or download an app, you can download it again later if you want, so don’t border on deleting it or having it uses elsewhere. You’ll need to provide credit card or other payment information if you want to buy an app, though there are plenty of free options. There are other sources for Android apps, such as the Amazon Appstore and the Humble Bundle.
Proceedures:
First, let’s head to Play Store.
     i.        Tap the Apps icon in the bottom-right of the home screen.
    ii.        Swipe left and right until you find the Play Store icon. Tap it.
   iii.        The first time you tap here, you may be prompted to sign in with your Google credentials and payment information. It will also prompt you to allow back up of apps to your Google account, and require you to accept the terms and conditions.
Once you’re within Google Play, you can search for a specific app or browse through larger categories.




  How to search for Android apps
1.   Tap the Apps icon on the home screen. It usually looks like a bundle of dots at the bottom of the screen. 
2.   Swipe left and right until you find the Play Store icon. Tap it.
3.   Tap the magnifying glass in the top-right, type in the name of the app you’re looking for, and tap the magnifying glass on the keyboard to execute the search. Some suggestions will pop up below the search box as you type, which you can tap to reach directly. The search term can also be more general to find any apps that focus on a topic or keyword.
4.   Results will be presented for apps, movies, and books. To the right of the Apps subheading, tap the “___ more” button to see the full listing of results.
5.   Tapping the three dots on the right side of each entry will provide options to install right away or add the app to a wishlist for future reference.
6.   Tapping the box itself will provide more details for that app, including screenshots, video, a description, and reviews from users like you.

ENJOY!

How to Flash Recovery in Android Phone

How to Flash Recovery in Android Phone

Do you want to flash recovery for your android?

Have you been searching from the web on how you can carry out flash recovery? Well search no more. So you came to the right place, as we are going to give a step by step approach on how you can flash your recovery to that smart device of yours. Be it a novice or a professional this guide will assist a long way to avoid unfortunates mistakes.

So how do I install any recovery on my android phone?

We have many methods of doing this, as such I will try to provide you with the easy how to guide. We can carry out the flashing by only using your phone, the simplest one which I am  going to show you on this guide, alternatively we can do the flashing using a computer, be it  a PC or Laptop, it doesn't matter but little bit difficult. I alternate the article on how to do it with the use of a PC because the guide was a bit long as it was done thoroughly without problem.



So how do I Flash any Recovery in my Android Phone

We will be using two good applications that are very efficient in flashing recovery, it can be used on a stock or a custom recovery such as CWM, TWRP, provided it was ported and meant for your device model and build.

IMPORTANTLY:
ü  Since you are superuser, you are advised that you understand the risks.
ü  Ensured that the recovery image is stored on your phone's SD Card and named as "recovery.img" without the use of quotes. In some instatnces, it causes error once not renamed.
ü  Methods 1 and 2 is going to requires root access as such, your phone must be rooted. You can root your phone by following Best and Easy Ways to Root your Android Phone or by using KingRoot

STEP 1: Install any Recovery using Mobile Uncle Tools application
A.    Have Mobile Uncle Tools downloaded and installed on your phone
B.     Launch the app and if asked for superuser rights, Grant to it.
C.     Select Recovery Update then locate and select the recovery image from which you renamed as "recovery.img"
D.    Select OK and the installation process will begin.
E.     Once done, you will be asked to boot Into Recovery Mode. Press it.
F.     If booted successfully, you are done with it.

STEP 2: Using Rashr Flash Tool
1.     Download and install Rashr Flash Tool app on your android phone.
2.     Open it and when ask for root permission, Grant to it
3.     Select  Recovery ++Other from storage
4.     Chose the recovery image that you previously have renamed
5.     Agree to continue the installation. Tap Yes when it prompted you.
6.     Wait few sec and tap on Reboot to Recovery.
7.     Your phone will boot in recovery mode. Check if the recovery was installed properly if you successfully booted on it.
8.     Done wit it.
STEP 3: Using SP Flash Tools (A little bit complex)

 The instructions for this is created separately. If you really want to carry out the process, simply follow the instructions bellow:

Flash Stock or Custom Recovery using SP Flash Tools

v Just download the following  Apps:

Rashr Flash Tool – through Mediafire
Mobile Uncle Tools - Google Drive
And you are good to go!
Goodluck.

How To Dump And Backup AN Android ROM



How To Dump And Backup AN Android ROM

Am going to show you how to backup or make a ROM dump on any android phone


So, you came to fully backup your device or make a ROM dump? While thinking of my next article to write, I just thought of making a ClockworkMod (CWM) flashable zip for applying mods but considering the possible risks on our android device, I thought of creating a current ROM backup state in case something unwanted happens. Well, here it is. 

On this article, I’ll be presenting the various ways and the step by step guides on how to fully backup ROM state or create a ROM dump on any android device (smart phones or tablets).

Ways to backup ROM and dump ROM applicable for any Android phones


If In case you don’t know, there are several ways to do a full ROM backup, that’s why I made this article so you can choose from the ways how to do it on your own which also varies from your device. So here are the ways which I already knew as of this time:


1. For MediaTek (MTK) devices, using SP Flash Tool and MTK Droid Root and Tools can help us make a full ROM backup or ROM dump.
2. For any device having ClockworkMod (CWM) recovery and TWRP, making a Nandroid backup can also provide one.
3. For all other android devices as long as it has ROOT access or Superuser rights, doing the simple ROM dumping method through romdump script for any partitions will work great.
                                                    

Easy way to dump or backup any android ROM


Disclaimer: We are not liable for any issues as a result of the procedure on your device. You are the one responsible of deciding to mess with your device so try at your own risk.

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Instructions:
1.   Open Root Explorer and extract romdump_v82b.zip.




2.   Copy the extracted romdump file, then paste it on the root data/local/folder.
3.   Open Terminal Emulator
4.   Type: su
5.   Type: chmod 04755 /data/local/romdump
6.   Type: /data/local/romdump
 


7.   The script will perform the ROM dump, just wait for it to be done.
8.   Once done, go to Root Explorer and find the romdump folder
9.   From there, you will see the backup / romdump you have made.

 Congrats! Now, you have made a ROM dump of your device. Use it as a backup or as a base ROM for making custom ROMs.



source: http://android.podtwo.com/romdump/
                       

How to uninstall Android applications


How to uninstall Android applications


At times one may install apps that he or she rarely used and as such the need to uninstall such applications from your android phones. To uninstall an apps carry out the bellow steps:
Steps: 
1.     Swipe down from the top of the home screen to bring up the settings window. You may need to swipe down from the top-right side of the screen. 
2.     Tap the gear icon at the top, then tap Apps under the Device subheading.
3.     Swipe to the left until you're on the Running tab. Tap Show cached processes at the top to see background apps.
4.     Tap individual apps in this list and tap Force Stop to stop currently running processes and apps. (Again, you should generally let the system when to stop apps.)
5.     Swipe to the All tab and tap problematic apps to force stop, uninstall, or cease notifications. 
That's how you find, download and uninstall apps. Any questions? Don't panic, nothing is too hard. We can help you! Just leave a comment below and we'll get you all sorted out

Start Up Focus :The making and funding of Spotify

" Start up Inc : Making of spotify"


CEO and Co-Founder of Spotify Daniel Ek became a multimillionaire at age 23 when he sold an online advertising company in his native Sweden in 2006.

Not many know that it was a rejection  from Google which made " Daniel what he has achieved today As a 16 year old he was turned away when he applied for a job at Google. This, daniel says was a start of a journey and a turning point  " when he undertook a resolution' of not letting age interfere with his knowledge and subsequently gave birth to an idea, which he has since never looked back 

The idea behind Spotify was " the opportunity" it gave to  the sputtering music industry to create an alternative to music-piracy services such as Napster. Spotify gives a cut of the revenue to record labels and music publishers, which in turn pay out their artists and songwriters at varying rates.

The major labels – Vivendi SA’s Universal Music Group, Sony Corp.’s Sony Music Entertainment and Access Industries’ Warner Music Group – also own about 15%of the company, collectively. Spotify reported in November that its 2013 revenue was €747 million ($842 million) and it lost €57.8 million ($65 million).


 Spotify revenue model is based on a bait that " offers a limited, free version of its service", hoping users will eventually subscribe. The company counts 15 million subscribers to its $9.99 premium plan, and about 45 million active users of its free, ad-supported version – by far the biggest global user base of any subscription music offering


List of VC firms invested in Spotify

List of  VC  Funding and Equity Investments in Spotify; As of 2015 137 VC funding firms have a stake in the company 




How to Renew GoTV Subscription Online in Nigeria


How to Renew GoTV Subscription Online in Nigeria
Are you a GoTV user? Do you want to renew/pay your GoTV subscription? There is no need to queue or wasting much time in the outlet before you can Renew/Pay for your GoTV Subscription. You can simply renew/pay for your GOTV subscription at the comfort of your bedroom.




There are many options for making this payment, but the one we are going to discuss today is how to renew/pay for GoTV via Quickteller Online Payment. You can pay with your mobile phone by sending SMS, you can pay by calling them, and you can pay with your ATM Card! All you need is your PC or Smartphone, internet connection, your Decoder Number (ICU) and your ATM Card.

To Subscribe for Your GoTV through Quickteller
a. Simply log on to
https://www.quickteller.com/gotv.
b. When the site opens, click on the “Select an Option”, and choose your preferred option…


c. You will be required to enter your email address, mobile phone number for easy transaction report and updates via SMS, and then enter your decoder number (ICU), which is boldly written on red background at back of your decoder.

d. Now click on the “Continue” button and it will take you to the secure billing/payment page where you can pay with your ATM Card. (i.e. VISA, Master or Verve Card).
e. Enter your ATM card details and click on "Pay Now" button, enter your Token Number to finalize your payment.

N/B: make sure that your GoTV Decoder is powered ON while making the payment. For fast activation.  After it usually takes up to five minutes for activation to take place. A 100N charge is usually incurred for the transaction.

Method 2 to subscribe for GoTV
one can also subscribe for GoTV online using their website.
Just visit GoTV website@:
www.nigeria.gotvafrica.com/Homeor
you can also use the direct page:
www.eazy.gotvafrica.com/pay/?country=Nigeria and Login with your Mobile phone number or Surname and your IUC Number as it’s required.

top 10 european consumer internet start ups valued above a billion USD by VC firms






' start ups above a billion dollars in valuation in Europe"

13 European  consumer Internet start ups  are valued between 1billion to 10billion USD



  1. The number one consumer Internet brand  is SPOTIFY  with a valuation of $8.5billion  
  2. GLOBAL FASHION GROUP  ranks 2nd and is valued at $3.4 billion 
  3. DELIVERY HERO  ranks 3rd and is valued at $3.1 billion

 "start ups above a billion dollars in valuation in Europe"