Best Phone to Buy Right Now

The smartphone market is continually evolving, and new models are released regularly. However, here some general guidelines and recommend some popular brands and models that were highly regarded at that time. Please keep in mind that the best phone for you will depend on your specific needs, budget, and preferences.

1. iPhone 13 Series (iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max): If you're in the Apple ecosystem and prefer iOS, the iPhone 13 series offers impressive performance, excellent cameras, and long-term software support.

2. Samsung Galaxy S21 Series (S21, S21+, S21 Ultra): Samsung's Galaxy S21 series featured stunning displays, powerful cameras, and a range of options to choose from, catering to various budgets.

3. Google Pixel 6 (or Pixel 5a): Google's Pixel phones are known for their exceptional camera quality and clean Android experience. The Pixel 6 was highly anticipated for its improved hardware and camera capabilities.

4. OnePlus Nord Series: OnePlus offers great value for money with its Nord series, which includes mid-range devices with good performance, clean software, and 5G capabilities.

5. Xiaomi and Realme Phones: Brands like Xiaomi and Realme have gained popularity for providing high-quality phones at competitive prices. The Xiaomi Mi 11 and Realme GT were notable options.

6. Oppo and Vivo Phones: Oppo and Vivo have also released some impressive smartphones, often focusing on innovative camera technology and stylish designs.

When choosing a phone, consider the following factors:

Budget: Determine how much you're willing to spend on a new phone. There are options available at various price points.

Operating System: Decide between iOS (iPhone) and Android. Your preference for one ecosystem over the other might influence your choice.

Camera Quality: If photography is essential to you, look for phones with top-notch camera systems.

Performance: Consider the chipset and RAM for smooth multitasking and gaming.

Battery Life: Ensure the phone has sufficient battery life to meet your daily needs.

Screen Size and Display: Choose a screen size and quality that suits your viewing and usability preferences.

Brand Reputation: Look into the brand's reputation for build quality, software updates, and customer service.

Additional Features: Think about any specific features you want, such as 5G support, water resistance, or expandable storage.

To get the most up-to-date recommendations, I suggest checking out reputable tech websites, reading reviews, and comparing the latest models based on your requirements. Also, consider visiting physical stores to get a hands-on feel for the phones before making a decision.

Huawei will give "painful slap" to Android

Huawei on Friday officially announced the launch of a special operating system that will replace the Android operating system currently used in all smart phones produced by the company. The announcement was made by the vice president of mobile products, Bruce Lee, through a publication on China's famous social networking site Webbo, which explained that new system development is already under way, without giving further details. Earlier reports have indicated Huawei's intention to launch the

Android Jelly Bean Update For Samsung Galaxy S3

Samsung Galaxy S3 released earlier this year and within hundred days its sales figures have crossed the 20 million unit’s mark that is just stupendous. This has made the device the fastest selling device ever till date and the market is still having a tough time dealing with the supply and demand for the S3 due to an increasing craze for the same.

This device is technically one of the best devices to ever come across in the markets and is truly redefining what one has in the mind by the concept of a smart phone. The different aspects where it scores way over its nearest rivals are the internal memory as well as the external SD slot, the sleek design of the device, the super AMOLED display and its display quality, battery backup and many more. It is more like a super smart phone that hardly can be resisted by any one.

Recently the latest offering from android came in the form of their new OS, the new Android Jelly Bean OS. This has been the fancy of all the techno savvy people and the geeks who want their device to be completely updated and nothing but the best in the market. So how can one have their s3 updated with the new OS which is now available in the new devices?  Well, Samsung had anticipated this right from the time the new OS hit the markets and so the links for updates were also underway for the phones which are not having it.

The latest gossip doing the rounds on the net includes the famous Samsung Galaxy S3 with the jelly bean OS. How did this Happen? You are free to figure it out but the videos present are blurry and one can see that the device being showed is a Samsung s3 but well that’s it, one can make out. The greatest question will be regarding the UI of the phone and one can only keep the finger crossed.

There is nothing much expected to change in the performance of the phone with the OS upgrade as the phone is quite a performance oriented device even on the Android 4.0 Ice cream sandwich OS. One of the wanted features is that of the widget icon being resized so that it can easily be put on the empty space on the screen and this functionality is being expected in this phone with the Jelly Bean OS. The NFC support in this device will also be a big relief. One might be just waiting for it to officially roll out with baited breath but like they say, better late than never.

The build of the software is believed to be I9300XXDLI7 but still the official confirmation is yet to come. The best part is that the Samsung users can get their update on their phone by using the Samsung Kies interface software. Already it is in the news that the smart phone will be available in three more new colors.

Top 5 Finance Apps for Android to Manage Your Personal Expenses

The updated version of Android mobile operating system software has many finance Apps. There are various finance Apps on android which are available for users in the market to manage your personal expenses, some apps are available for free and some apps are paid.The top 5 finance apps available on Android are as follows:

1. Mint: Mint is one of best financial Apps on Android which is very easy and simple to use. The main objective of this app is to manage your money and keep a track of your income and expenditure in order to manage your personal expenses effectively.
   With the help of mint you can view your updated bank account information, such as your bank balance, statement of your transactions etc. instantly. It gives alerts regarding your deposits, payments and due date of any loan etc. You can search for your previous transactions you have made by creating a folder in your Mint app and keeping them on the home page of your mobile.
   The Mint App is password protected; in case your mobile phone is lost then you do not need to worry about your financial transactions as it is highly secured. It uses 128-bit Secure Socket Layer encryption like all the banks use.
   Mint App has great features of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting in managing your personal finances.
2. Adaptu Wallet: Adaptu Wallet App is used to manage your money and cash flow in terms of where your cash is and where it is going. It also takes snapshots of your credit cards, membership cards etc. which in turns reduces the mess inside your wallet. It is one of the best Apps to manage your spending.
3. Pageonce: The Pageonce App is the best user interface financial App used to pay your bills anytime and anywhere. You can check your account balances, track your bills, credit card transactions, payments and view your deposits instantly. It will automatically organise all the financial issues and it will remind your due payments.
   Pageonce App keeps your information secure with a high level security as of banks.
4. Financisto: Financisto App is a personal finance manager, it is an open source financial App used to add and manage different type of accounts, converts currencies, supports recurring, split and scheduled transactions and organises all the financial information at one place.

5. Expensify: This App will Synchronise with debit cards or credit cards to track your purchasing’s or buying’s in real-time, converts it into electronic bills or receipts, scans hard-copy receipts or bills using iPhone camera and finally converts it into a PDF file to track your financial status on all purchases you made.

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EyeFly3D brings glasses-free 3D to your iPhone, iPad and Nexus 7, if you’re into that sort of thing

I’ve never been able to get into 3D movies and TVs because fitting 3D specs over my prescription glasses never worked. EyeFly3D created a screen protector that can display stereoscopic content on your iPhone, iPad and Nexus 7 without having to use those pesky glasses.

The iPhone protector will set you back $26.95, while preorders for the iPad Air version cost $59.95. Creator Nanoveu announced an iPad mini and Nexus 7 version at CES, but it hasn’t begun taking orders for them yet.

The product works by incorporating 500,000 nano-lenses onto the screen protector in order to provide your left and right eye with the images necessary to create the stereoscopic effect.

Installing the screen protector is slightly more difficult than applying a standard film, as you’ll have to use the EyeFly3D app to align it. The app projects an image of lines that you’ll need to adjust as vertical before sticking on the protector. You can use the included piece of tape to act as a hinge once you’ve got things aligned.

 

EyeFly3D advertises its product as “bubble-free,” but I still ended up with a couple of unsightly bubbles even after multiple attempts. It’s not much of an issue when the screen is on, but the bubbles stare back at me mockingly when the phone is off. That being said, I’m terrible at applying screen protectors, so you might have the patience and dexterity needed to get one on without any blemishes.

To view 3D content, you can use the EyeFly3D Vid and Img apps. You can turn 2D video and images from your camera roll into 3D, but I wouldn’t recommend it. The end result usually looked worse than the original.

Vid has a search function that lets you pull in 3D videos from the Web. You won’t find a ton of great stuff on there, but you can watch a couple movie trailers and a few demos.

You can also load 3D videos onto your iOS device using the File Sharing featuring in iTunes. In my experience, there isn’t much 3D digital content available legally, and you’d need a tremendous amount of space on your mobile device to load up a 3D movie anyway.

Future versions of the Img app will include the ability to create your own 3D images by designating which areas of a picture are the foreground, which are the middle

EyeFly3D claims that it doesn’t affect your normal 2D usage of the device. I’ve noticed a bit of jagging on text and icons when viewing my phone up close. Polarization isn’t significantly worse than some other screen protectors I’ve used, but it is noticeable.

3D video has improved in recent years, but it still hasn’t shaken its reputation for being a gimmick. EyeFly3D takes a step forward by removing the dorky glasses, but it lacks a fully-developed platform for streaming or downloading interesting 3D content. I’d consider paying $27 for an iPhone screen protector that also happens to do 3D, but I’d wait for content to catch up before paying $60 for the iPad version.

Google Chrome and Android

 

 In August 2011, I outlined why I believed that Chrome was more important to Google than Android. At first blush, this sounds kind of crazy, but when you look at the bigger strategic picture it makes sense. With former Android head Andy Rubin relocating to work on other projects at Google, and Chrome head Sundar Pichai taking over Android, it means that the Android and Chrome teams are now under unified leadership. This, I believe, is the signal that Android and Chrome are on a path to merge.

To understand the business side of things, it is important to remember that Google makes the vast majority of its revenue from search. Google’s web properties generated advertising revenues of $8.8 billion in Q4 2012 alone. Google doesn’t release exactly how much it makes from Android, but I don’t believe they make even close to $8 billion from it annually, let alone in one single quarter (as they do from web-based advertising).

Android has been a relevant strategy to give hardware makers a chance to compete with Apple. But as we can see from various market developments, it appears the hardware vendors now either want to forego Android and minimize their dependence on Google, or create their own solutions entirely. I’m thus convinced that Android as we know it today will look very different — if it exists at all — five years from now.

This is where Chrome and Chome based hardware comes in.

Chrome Hardware
Right now Chromebooks are still in their infancy. They’re rapidly developing and getting better with each generation, but I don’t believe they’re even close to Google’s bigger vision. The Chrome web app solution is getting more apps but not at a level or pace necessary to gain a critical mass relevant for the mass market. This is where Android and future Android app development will play a role.

Google has a large global developer base for Android but not yet for Chrome web apps. Chrome is designed to run only apps developed for the web, where Android is designed to run apps that are installed. Once these two development environments merge, developers will be able to design both Android and Chrome web apps with the same set of tools, consistency and unified application stores. Google, with its expertise in cloud services, could bring a cloud-based virtual Android environment to Chrome, perhaps giving us the ability to run Android in the browser, seamlessly, on all Chrome hardware.

The other benefit Android brings to Chrome is an environment built for touch-friendly applications. Google just released its Chromebook Pixel, which is a touch based Chromebook. The only problem is there aren’t really any touch-based Chrome web apps. Android is built for touch, and those assets will bring value to touch-based Chrome systems down the road.

The Future of Chrome Hardware
What this ultimately leads to is new Chrome-based hardware. Right now, Chrome OS is stuck in a clamshell, PC-like form factor. The merging of Android into the Chrome OS solution could open the door to Chrome OS-based phones and tablets as well. As we know, the Chrome OS solution allows for extremely low-cost hardware because of how light a client it is, which means that a Chrome-based solution for phones and tablets could conceivably lower cost barriers.

This seems hard to imagine now, especially given that in China you can purchase an Android tablet for $45. Regardless, Chrome and Android merging would do more for hardware solutions than if the two remained separate.

The Browser
This merging of Android and Chrome has traditional browser-based value as well. The Chrome browser runs on all Windows PCs (with the exception of Windows RT), Macs and even iOS devices. What if Android — and more, importantly Android apps — could be used from within any Chrome browser on any device? This would drastically increase the potential reach of Google’s services across the computing spectrum.

Since Google makes so much of its revenue from search, they need to make sure their search and web based assets remain front and center on all key hardware platforms. As companies like Samsung, HTC, Sony and even Amazon or Facebook look to take Android further for their own benefits, they take them further from any benefit to Google. Google knows its search being front and center runs the risk of being usurped by those looking to use Android for their own benefit and not necessarily Google’s.

Google must be aware of this, and the merging of Google and Chrome OS will give them more opportunities to keep their services front and center. Google first bought Andy Rubin’s Android, Inc. and used it to drive new growth for themselves and others. I view this merger as if the Chrome team just bought Android and will now use it for further growth.