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  1. AWS

    Upgrade in Progress

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    I am upgrading the site and in the process giving the site a new look. Sorry about the inconvenience.

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  2. AWS

    We're Back

    by AWS
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    After almost a year Android Forum is back. It's been a struggle getting the database back after a hard drive crash, but with persistence we salvaged everything. When the HD died the site was just starting to take off and since I was extremely busy I had no time to get the data off the drive. I put the drive aside with the idea to see what I could do to get the site back up and running. I was able to recover just about everything. So here we are. Back for good this time.

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  3. Guest Brad Reed

    Baby monitor security is so bad that there’s a chance someone is watching your sleeping kid

    by Guest Brad Reed
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/24f5405d4917aa6e1eae2027cfe00622.jpg This is disturbing news for anyone who has a web-connected baby monitor. Ars Technica brings us word of search engine called Shodan whose main purpose is to give you access to live web camera streams. Among other things, the search engine reveals live feeds for "marijuana plantations, back rooms of banks, children, kitchens, living rooms, garages, front gardens, back gardens, ski slopes, swimming pools, colleges and schools, laboratories, and cash register cameras in retail stores." Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/66ac058f62f93901e3cbe05b5cc12e6c._.gif …

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  4. AWS

    New Look Coming

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    Just want to let everyone know I will be changing the look and feel of the site sometime this weekend. I have to upgrade the software so it's a good a time as any to give the site a new look.

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  5. AWS

    Site Upgraded

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    I have upgraded the forum software to the newest version of IP.Board. While doing so I also upgraded all the apps that run the site and added a new default style. If you prefer the old style you can select it by using the style changer at the bottom left. The old style is called IP.Board so just select it to change to that style. If you find any bugs let me know and I'll fix them as soon as I can.

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  6. Guest Doug Demagistris

    Samsung Gear 360 Manager app now available for select Galaxy devices

    by Guest Doug Demagistris
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f55cbd4d22a2c35f3ebe040586fbd65b.png Samsung is slowly taking steps towards releasing its Gear 360 action camera. Today, the company introduced the Gear 360 Manager app, which can be downloaded from the Play Store so long as you have a compatible Galaxy device. The Gear 360 is only compatible with the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and Galaxy S6 Edge+. If you have one of these devices, you should be able to download the Gear 360 manager app now. This app will allow you to link your Samsung Gear 360 action camera to your smartphone. The two can pair-up wirelessly, allowin…

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  7. Guest Zach Epstein

    12 paid iPhone apps on sale for free right now

    by Guest Zach Epstein
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    DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40/loose.dtd"> Another day, another batch of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free. We're constantly told that we're the best in the business when it comes to hunting down hot paid iOS apps that go on sale for free, but we don't like to boast. Instead, we'll just let our daily posts do the talking. Today's list has 12 solid apps that you'll definitely want to check out, and you'll also find a few more freebies leftover in yesterday's post. MUST SEE: All the best new iPhone and iPad features in iOS 9.3 These are paid iPhone and iPad apps that have been made available f…

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  8. Guest Maren Estrada

    Amazon Sale offers big savings on internal and external Samsung SSD drives

    by Guest Maren Estrada
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/8363990a342e3e4c402d5b868e905df5.jpg SSD drives are crucial not just for laptop performance, but also for external storage to ensure lightning-fast access to all of your files. And as is the case with anything else, brands matter. When buy an external or internal SSD drive you want to make sure you stick to the top brands so you know you're getting a solid product that will last, and Samsung is obviously one of the top names out there. Now, for a limited time, Amazon is offering big Cyber Week savings on five different SSD models. These prices expire at the end of the day on Saturday, December 5, so be sure you don't miss ou…

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  9. Guest Jacob Siegal

    New report shares specs and release timing for Apple’s upcoming smaller iPhone

    by Guest Jacob Siegal
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/1d558fe196cd9b2611e9d82caa3e43b9.jpg According to a new report from 9to5Mac's Mark Gurman, the iPhone 6c leak that was floating around yesterday is a fake, but nevertheless, Apple really is going to release an iPhone this spring. Rather than miniaturize the iPhone 6 or 6s, Gurman says that Apple will upgrade the iPhone 5s and give it a new name: iPhone 5se. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/bd942ac2ed03dae39a08b4528b802965._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    leena
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  10. Guest Yoni Heisler

    This video of cats tackling kids is the funniest thing you’ll see today

    by Guest Yoni Heisler
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9648f9effb6b16439d237f84b647f323.jpg There's an old joke that says no one ever goes out of their way to own a cat. People might find one lurking around outside their house and decide to keep it out of pity, but no one really exerts much of an effort to become a cat owner. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/bc076889db24aa08a7f4d5d791318243._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    leena
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  11. Guest Jacob Siegal

    How to stop Windows 10 from constantly bothering you about what’s bothering you

    by Guest Jacob Siegal
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/45d792307e4bbed3a0af853a9c18a630.png Earlier this month, Microsoft unwittingly angered a significant portion of its user base by publishing frightening specific statistics about Windows 10 usage. The fact that Microsoft has access to this data wasn't much of a surprise, but the lack of tact continually amazes users who are begging the company to be more forthright about its data collection. Microsoft wants to know what bugs you about Windows 10, but sadly, Microsoft can't even get that quite right. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/11fb320da62bbd907c800bccabb55de5._.gif Via BRG - Boy…

    leena
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  12. Guest Justin Herrick

    [TA Deals] Name your price and get the tools needed to develop apps

    by Guest Justin Herrick
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/0a9c3f749a138c6973f89fcfaa87c9b2.png Because you’re scouring app stores and downloading so many of them, I think there’s a pretty good chance you’ve thought about designing and releasing your own app. The roadblock, of course, is that you’ve got little experience in coding and you wouldn’t have a firm grasp as to how your app can be monetized. So let’s get you set up with the Mobile-First Developer’s Bundle on Talk Android Deals. It’s a very special package that contains everything you’ll need to go from zero to hero in making apps for Android and iOS devices. And beyond developing them, the bundle teaches you what’s needed t…

    EdwardSmith36
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  13. Guest Josh Levenson

    PSA: Clicking this URL will crash your browser and cause your device to overheat

    by Guest Josh Levenson
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a161e72ddd3aade2b0b1c68e61bab922.png Whether you’re a frequent or periodic social media user, you may want to pin your ears back as we have some pretty important news for you. Recently a malicious link has been doing the rounds on Facebook and Twitter, which, when clicked, overloads the default browser on your smartphone, causing it to slow down and generate a lot of heat in the process. It goes without saying that if the bug is not dealt with promptly, your handset will continue to get hotter until it overheats and has no option other than to power down. The website is called crashsafari.com, and although the URL sugges…

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  14. Guest Justin Herrick

    Mobile Fun says this is what the LG G5 looks like

    by Guest Justin Herrick
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/6afb51a2110c6df7e539abeef9c79956.jpg At MWC 2016, LG will host an event in Barcelona to introduce a “major smartphone” that many expect to be named the company’s next flagship, the G5. Among the changes to its design will be the relocation of the volume rocker to the side while the power button, which will double as a fingerprint scanner, remains on the rear. So it seems that LG is creating a hybrid of the G4 and traditional phones. Mobile Fun, an accessories designer based in the United Kingdom, says it knows what the G5 looks like and is already designing cases for it. The only problem is that the G5 isn’t real yet and M…

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  15. Guest Yoni Heisler

    World’s most accurate Apple analyst drops major info on Apple’s early 2016 releases

    by Guest Yoni Heisler
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5b1c1ddae7bcacaeb794e421e32a2446.jpg The iPhone may be Apple's primary revenue driver, but the Mac over the past few years has remained a steady and perhaps surprising contributor to Apple's bottom line. In fact, the Mac today is responsible for a greater share of Apple's revenue than any of the company's other services or products, including the iPad. Looking out over the next 12 months, Apple reportedly has a few exciting changes in store for its notebook lineup. According to reputable KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, and originally relayed by 9to5Mac, Apple will likely refresh its MacBook line sometime before June. …

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  16. Guest Tom Morgan

    Samsung may bring all of its apps to iOS this year

    by Guest Tom Morgan
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/1a0ffe8a720ce1e3c6d0e6f424486c8b.png According to SamMobile, Samsung could release all of its apps on Apple’s platform before the end of the year, also said to be working on a Gear Fit Manager for iOS. The intriguing report from the tech website notes that Samsung could potentially go a step further and release ‘all’ of its apps on iOS, following the group’s decision to bring iOS support to the Gear S2. SamMobile’s Asif S. writes that sources have revealed Samsung is working on a Gear Fit Manager for iOS, which will allow Gear owners to pair the gadget with an iPhone. The smartphone group is also said to be planning a…

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  17. Guest Tom Morgan

    Escape the Praying Mantis in Goosebumps VR

    by Guest Tom Morgan
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/95ffb867a2a56fe97a93bc4d8aaf2ee3.png The Goosebumps VR experience is now on the Play Store, inviting players to join R.L. Stine on a wild ride as he flees from the giant bug. Goosebumps VR is free to download and supports pretty much any VR viewer you can think of, so 90s kids can grab a headset and jump right into the nostalgic adventure. This VR title is more of an experience than an interactive game, as players are simply sat alongside R.L. Stine (played by Jack Black) as he drives recklessly through the city streets to avoid a messy end. The sequence was directed by none other than Rob Letterman, who directed the …

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  18. Guest Doug Demagistris

    Xiaomi Mi 5 leaks in a fresh batch of photos

    by Guest Doug Demagistris
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9ace86c566daf4eb14b43aac467531a0.jpg The Xiaomi Mi 5 is so close to a release. More photos revealing the flagship’s design have surfaced, and boy does it look nice! According to the leaked batch of images, the Xiaomi Mi 5 flagship will sport an aluminum unibody design with rounded sides and corners. The design takes a similar approach to that on the HTC One A9 and iPhone 6 and 6s models. This is because of the clearly visible antenna lines close to the top and bottom ends of the device. On the bottom of the flagship lies the speaker grill along with a 3.5mm headphone jack and microUSB charging port. The right edge hou…

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  19. Guest Justin Herrick

    Amazon still wants to be in your hand, just not with its own phone

    by Guest Justin Herrick
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9207d9fcbbb3e7e20dc52cf8a24abfff.jpg In 2014, Amazon entered an entirely new world by releasing the Fire Phone. The company designed thought consumers would relish a handset designed by their favorite online retailer and all of the services it runs. But Amazon thought completely wrong. The Fire Phone was met with bad reviews mostly because of limitations and price. While Android was present, the software was covered with an underwhelming forked version. Owners of the handset were forced to use Amazon’s restricted app store and other software features that just didn’t add value. On top of mid-range specifications, Amazon was c…

    EdwardSmith36
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  20. Guest Jacob Siegal

    The iPhone 5se won’t be a second-rate iPhone 6s

    by Guest Jacob Siegal
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/77143f36ab67fe62897f7eafc1e82137.jpg After revealing the name of the next iPhone last Friday, 9to5Mac's Mark Gurman has returned with a new report detailing some of the features of the undersized phone which is expected to make its debut this spring. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f03320f97f032425d020d432b0a0be33._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    EdwardSmith36
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  21. Guest Chris Smith

    The new ‘Batman v. Superman’ teaser trailers are out

    by Guest Chris Smith
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/1746f8076dde83b08d724f3b7fe3fa54.jpg Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice is just one of the numerous superhero movies hitting cinemas this year, and we’ve already seen plenty of trailers and additional footage from the upcoming clash between these two DC Comics titans. But Warner Bros. isn’t done teasing the movie ahead of its launch on March 25th and the studio released two additional TV commercials for the movie on Sunday. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/762e82f952c796101e488ac2b1118a71._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    EdwardSmith36
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  22. Guest David Ertischek, BGR

    This 3D printing pen is just what you need to bring your art to life

    by Guest David Ertischek, BGR
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/3b480cfeee860944e5f6184a47665c55.jpg 3D printing is all the rage these days because it's pretty awesome to make your concepts into a physical reality, and having a 3D printing pen makes it easier to get the job done. The Samto 3D Stereoscopic Printing Pen for 3D Drawing and Doodling is for sale on Amazon for $59.99 with free shipping, or 70% off list price. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9e49652fe4e955e2f6691e5d00290862._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    EdwardSmith36
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  23. Guest Yoni Heisler

    Jony Ive is reportedly not happy with Apple’s top-secret car project

    by Guest Yoni Heisler
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    • 90 views

    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/dafc80c304e64791c1b42c7c41df1ebc.jpg The future of Apple's rumored electric car might be hanging in the balance, according to a new report from AppleInsider. Citing a source familiar with the company's auto-related plans, Apple design guru Jony Ive is reportedly none too pleased with the progress Apple's car team - rumored to be in the hundreds, if not more - has made thus far. As a result, sources have indicated that Apple recently initiated a hiring freeze on all auto-related hires. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/fb0368aef2ef1a2832349c1ff901f013._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    EdwardSmith36
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  24. Guest Jared Peters

    You’ll soon be able to install apps directly from Google search results

    by Guest Jared Peters
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a1b723fda5f13c6b6951dfbb6fe5c8ba.jpgGoogle is making easier than ever to install apps right onto your Android device by rolling out a way for users to install apps directly from mobile search results. If you search for a certain retail store, for example, and they have an app available on the Play Store, their app will show up at the top of the mobile search results. That’s actually how Google Search has always behaved, although tapping on that link would jump you directly to the app’s Play Store listing. This new feature skips that step, and immediately shows you the app permissions and a download window, saving you a couple…

    EdwardSmith36
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  25. Guest David Ertischek, BGR

    Charge your iPhone or Android phone with the sun

    by Guest David Ertischek, BGR
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/0c89758bea8aae01ba4a4c3458d2c7b6.jpg Take advantage of the sun's power when you're out on the trails by using a solar battery pack that charges multiple devices at the same time. The Mengo S-Power 5300Mah Solar Powered Battery Charger is for sale on Amazon for $27.89 with free shipping on orders more than $35. That's 44% off list price. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/1ff7f0417e1aa5c139e3b74abd3bd299._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

    EdwardSmith36
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