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Showing posts with label Google. Show all posts

Wednesday, 6 November 2013

Android 4.4 Kitkat Invention - Reviewed By The Design Boyz

The most recent invention of Google is the introduction of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which was initially designed for tablets but has now being shifted to phones. Prior to this Google had launched no other mature operating system. Yes, there were certain modifications done on these applications but no invention as such. However one such re invents of design or core features is the Android 4.4 KitKat. This is a new trend that continues to ad up refinements, though not as good as is expected.

It has been a general trend that Google always introduces a new version of Android along side with a new Nexus device. However this time a new Nexus 5 has been developed, with the purest, least skinned version of Android, which includes more of Google’s entire ecosystem than ever before. This Android 4.4 KitKat version has thrown effect on almost all the aspects of mobile device.

As far as the design and presentation is concerned, then throughout the OS, Android with 4.4 KitKat version look cleaner and brighter. It now demonstrates more of a cleaner picture, thus eliminating the majority of the blue color that once defined Android’s look and feel. Google has now even switched its technique of handling the translucency throughout the OS, accordingly substituting the black overlays with a semi-transparent white base. The overall effect is that the OS now feels less robotic. With the update of Android with 4.4 KitKat Hangouts also gets a huge update. Finally assimilating both SMS and MMS with everything else that it is offered. Indeed, it substitutes the default Messaging app from the core of Android completely, yet you’ll be able to download a third-party SMS app and use that as an alternative.
Android 4.4, Kitkat
Android 4.4

With Android 4.4 Kitkat, its uniqueness lies in its refine and polish nature. Beginning from the launcher to the apps, everything has a better approach and feeling. It can be considered that this is the best change in the Google system and the most revolutionized invention. This has resulted in the enhancement of the Android system in every possible manner. In fact it can be concluded that if one is investing in Google's ecosystem and services, the Android with 4.4 KitKat is simply the most strikingly good operating system.

Friday, 18 October 2013

Mugshots – A New Algorithmic Update

Another important update by Google has been released as an Algorithm update and not any Panda or Penguin Update. This is a combat to make the mugshot websites form ranking high in the ranking data by Google.

The mugshot web sites work in a different process altogether. These websites usually pick up arrest details and snaps from several government web sites. This is the data which is then used to create landing pages which rank high in the search engines, like Google, Bing, and so on. Whenever a person searches for his/her name and is encountered with such results, there is a trend to even pay for it and hence remove it. The web sites charges to remove the page. This is a crucial stage which was becoming more contagious among the web world. However this recent update was furnished to put an end to all such illegitimate processes.

Mugshot Funny
Mugshot Funny
Nevertheless Google has talked about working harder on these websites and make this Mugshot Extortion Racket a failure. Google has been working on its algorithm process in order to address this overall issue in a consistent way.

The article in the NY Times has established this fact that this algorithmic update of Google will be a concern for all the mugshots websites. Some of the listed and impacted sites are namely:
  • Mugshots
  • BustedMugshots
  • JustMugshots
Consequently, this method of Google will help out many people to have a better sleep, hence confirming this method to be a success.

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Friday, 23 August 2013

5 Alternatives to Google Glass

Do you know about Google Glass? You may know about it, Google Glass or styled "GLΛSS” is a wearable computer with an optical head-mounted display (OHMD) that is being developed by Google in the Project Glass, with the mission of producing a mass-market ubiquitous computer. Google Glass displays information in smart phones like hands-free format that can interact with the Internet via natural language voice commands. Google Glass wearers can take pictures and video, surf the web and anything else you can imagine. It’s a marvel of technology.

So, move over on Google. Here are five alternatives to Google Glass.

1. GlassUp:- The GlassUp eyeglasses actually look like glasses and report the incoming e-mails, text messages, tweets, Facebook updates, and other messages, so that the user can keep abreast on what is going on in this big world. They work via a Bluetooth connection and a set of apps (Android, iOS, hopefully Windows), depending on the mobile platform and the message you want to receive, so you must have your mobile with you. They don’t feature a camera. And, finally, they’re going to cost a lot less than Google Glass – $399 compared to $1,500. Best of all, the field of view will be in the center, as opposed to near the top right of your field of vision. These weight around 65 grams, it use Android OS. One day of battery life recharge via mini-usb .

2. Telepathy One:- The Telepathy One is actually sleek and futuristic unlike all the others mentioned over here. Telepathy Inc. and Hakuhodo DY Media are Partners, Inc. has agreed to business cooperation in research and development of communication services using wearable devices. It does pretty much everything the same as the other heads-up displays. It can take video and pictures and can wirelessly connect to your Smartphone via Bluetooth. Most interesting, however, is the virtual 5-inch display that superimposes video and computer images directly in front of your face. No release date has been announced yet, but the company hopes that it it’s available in 2013.

3. Innovega iOptik Contacts:- Innovega and its strategic partners are designing natural eyewear-based platforms based on the patented iOptik. The accelerating performance of mobile devices together with availability of HD and 3D content are catalysts for new and compelling user experiences. National Science Foundation to develop augmented reality contact lenses for soldiers to wear in the field. These contacts basically overlay computer-generated images over real-world environments. The company is looking to develop contacts for civilian use by 2014 or 2015. 4.

4. Vergence Labs’ Epiphany Eyewear:- At first glance these glasses appear to be just another pair of stylish shades, but underneath is powerful mini-computer. Slide your right finger across the smooth soft-touch side until you feel the tactile Epiphany Eyewear button, and gently press against your temple to turn the computer on. To instantly activate the tinting of your "electric-powered" sunglasses, simply push the front-left-frame button. This product is available now for preorder in either 8, 16 or 32 GB. The power of technology finally meets the refinement of stylish design with Epiphany Eyewear. They are capable of snapping and capturing 720pm, has 10 processing cores and even features on-board storage. Fours layers of AR anti-reflective coating complement another four layers of UV protection and the two layers of polarizer sandwich around a layer of conductive film and optically transparent liquid crystal; combined together these surprisingly thin and powerful eleven layers provide a higher quality, tighter control, enhanced clarity and better protection for your eyes than any other sunglasses in the world.

5. Recon Jet:- The Recon Jet was built for people that live an active lifestyle. Recon Jet weighs only 60 grams, perfectly balanced for absolute comfort during activity. Not only are these glasses sporty, they’re rugged, lightweight and have polarized lenses. Athlete tested display placement for optimal readability in all lighting conditions. As for the tech side, the Jet can connect to a Smartphone and wifi. Optical touch sensor functions perfectly in all conditions, including rain, snow, sleet and sun. Gloves on? No problem. High-quality, polarized performance optics for protection from glare in all conditions. It runs the Android 4.2 OS, contains a dual-core processor and has a HD camera. Interchangeable battery keeps you on the move with a single snap. And, compared to the Google Glass price tag of $1500, dishing out $599 for these shades doesn’t seem that outrageous

Hi my name is Steve Harris. I am working with The Design Boyz. By Profession I am an article writer. My Previous article is all about the Local SEO. To see the previous article click on this link The Design Boyz.