We haven’t heard any fixed official release date from Apple about their next Operating system to control their flagship devices. While, we are eager to see what hidden features the iOS 7 has to offer beside its hideous app icons and not too adaptive UI; some developers are already trying to port the apps and UI to the current OS.
Apple has introduced some very customizable and exclusive features in iOS7 at WWDC13 this year, and We are really excited about it. But, if you really want to get hold of some of the features of upcoming iOS, you can possibly do that right now.
Jony Ive may not have got the icons and the glossy effects right, but the weather app is right on and if you don’t want to bother upgrading to iOS 7, which is still not out of the Beta stages, just for the weather app, then we have the perfect solution for you in the form of a new app!
So, How to Get the iOS 7 weather app now? Luckily you don’t have to do any dirty work, like – hacking into the system to modify some files or create an app yourself. — You just need to download an app from iTunes and you are done.
Developed by Robert Paul Neagru, “Aero” is a new app that is currently topping App Store charts mainly due to its elegantly designed UI which also closely resembles the UI on the new Weather app in iOS 7. Following the new iOS 7 edge-to-edge guidelines set by Apple, the developer of Aero has managed to make a very intuitive UI that is unmatched by any other weather apps on iOS.
Untill, we get our hands on the new iOS 7, this weather app is the best bet for you.
TrustGo is the one of the most popular free mobile security for android platform, while keeping the things little far at the good side – the security tool is pretty effective. On, the other hand bitdefender provides faster and light weight app, which is full of features, but comes at a price.
Lets determine which one proves to be a better option for a range of users based on different factors.
1. Scan Speed and impact on user’s device
Unlike any other antivirus or malware detection tool – TrustGo tries to detect malware and other virus intrusion, based on apps installed on your device. The security tool scans the installed apps on the device and matches it with the database of trusted apps, which has been approved by TrustGo using the information gathered from 400 app marketplaces around the world. This gives the app faster scan speed and better protection from malicious apps being detected before they are actually installed.
Bitdefender, on the other hand uses the traditional virus and malware detection algorithm that scans the full system files and apps in order to detect any intrusion or security breach.
It took TrustGo an average of 39.02 seconds to scan 187 apps and other assorted files while a dozen other apps were running. This was well behind the much faster Bitdefender, but still fast enough to where it wouldn’t impact the user.
However, Bitdefender scanned all my files on the device within 17.38 seconds while I was playing subway surf to kill the time for a while. That almost seems surprising because Bitdefender’s on-demand scanning is so fast that I wasn’t entirely sure it was doing anything at all. The developer explained that during a scan, Bitdefender extracts information from only the files that could harm your device—apps, apks, and others—and then performs the analysis on the cloud.
As nearly all other Android security apps, Bitdefender automatically scans any new apps loaded onto the device. When loading a suspicious penetration testing app, I noticed that it took two seconds before Bitdefender’s warning appeared on the screen. Be careful not to move too fast, or you might launch a dangerous app – which is not the case with TrustGo, as it is app dependent antivirus.
I would give 3/5 for TrustGo for comparatively slower scan speed and 4/5 for blazing fast scan speed & impact on user’s device.
2. Download size and Bootup time
Both device comes with the pretty small file size to be downloaded from playstore – 3.89MB (TrustGo) and 2.44MB (Bitdefender) for a security tool is really sleek. They don’t bother users for updating the app annoyingly and can perform the job silently at the background.
Both security tool doesn’t slow down your device, provided your gadget has enough ram to handle some extra tasks. I never experience any lag on my Samsung Galaxy S4 during general tasks and boot up time. I even installed both apps at the same time and I could play any game on my device without any issues.
With the TrustGo installed, it takes an average of 22.3 seconds to boot up the phone, and only another five seconds after that before the TrustGo logo appears on the top bar. Likewise, rebooting the phone with Bitdefender installed took an average of only 22.1 seconds, about as long as it takes to reboot a Galaxy S4 with other security software running.
TrustGo : 4/5
Bitdefender : 4.1/5 (due to low app download size on Google play)
3. Identifying and removing suspicious files/apps
To see how TrustGo handled potentially malicious apps, I installed a penetration testing app that is frequently flagged as malware. After I installed the test app, TrustGo popped up a warning which I was pleased to note categorized it as a low threat, and also included information about the app. Most security apps do not provide information about why they flag the apps that they do. However, enough time had elapsed that I could have easily opened the suspicious app before TrustGo’s warning appeared.
From this warning I could uninstall the app or add it to my list of ignored apps. Once ignored, TrustGo will not include the app in its list of possible threats during a system scan. Tapping delete here, or in the scan results, opens the Android uninstaller and removes the app.
On the other hand, Bitdefender automatically scans any new apps loaded onto the device. When loading a suspicious penetration testing app, I noticed that it took two seconds before Bitdefender’s warning appeared on the screen. Be careful not to move too fast, or you might launch a dangerous app.
Other apps require you to run a system scan before generating an alert on the security app’s main page. However, Bitdefender immediately altered its main page to warn me of the suspicious app before I performed a system scan. Once a threat is identified, Bitdefender makes it easy to uninstall the offending app.
TrustGo: 4/5
Bitdefender: 4/5
4. App control
Both security tool provides extensive way to manage your apps and determine which one might be harmful for your smartphone under a different name. Bitdefender organize and lists the app under the “Application Audit” tab where as TrustGo provides similar function in “Manage App” tab.
Bitdefender has some interesting filters implemented at the software audit window and users can filter the app according to – internet, privacy control and costs. As the name suggests – “internet” lists the app that requires internet connection to perform various task, “Provacy and control” lists the apps that requires certain privacy and device control with-or-without user’s permission and “cost” lists the app that might require payment for the service.
On the other hand, TrustGo lists the app on two simple sub-drawers – Hot Apps and My Apps. “Hot Apps,” lists apps trusted by TrustGo and “My Apps” lists currently installed applications on your device. You can view details by clicking on the little document icon or remove the app by clicking on trash icon.
You’ll be presented with a list of popular apps that TrustGo has scanned and certified as safe to use. According to TrustGo, the company scans 400 app marketplaces around the world, and gathers information from users to stay abreast of new Android apps. For users this is a first line of defense against malicious applications.
Both app management system is pretty impressive providing the users control on the overall privacy and permissions.
TrustGo : 4/5
Bitdefender : 4/5
5. Antitheft and other options
Similar to the Privacy Guard information, TrustGo pulls some of Android’s security-related settings and puts them in one easily accessible spot. From the System Management button, you can set limits on your mobile data, see your overall data consumption, and see how much data has been used by individual apps.
Bitdefender provides some basic options and features, which can be customized according to user’s requirements. However, it doesn’t implement the options as we saw on the TrustGo, that tries to unify the android settings into TrustGo options list.
Anti-thefty, often is the main area where user focuses while opting for a premium security tool for portable device after the malware detection capacity. Getting such features from the free application is like getting a free desert at the restaurant.
TrustGo and Bitdefender offers several anti-theft features accessible from a web portal or SMS commands. From here, you can track your device’s location, lock it, activate an alarm, or wipe its memory.
I was little confused when I first signed in to TrustGo’s web portal because I couldn’t find my anti-theft options. It was hidden behind the My Phone section of the Trusted Cloud menu. Another issue I found was that the TrusGo’s device locator couldn’t detect my device even when I tried it multiple time. These were the only bumps on the road.
TrustGo’s remote device lock and alarm with message worked flawlessly and I was able to lock my device without any problem. Activating alarm with 140 characters, custom message is really helpful. You can mention your phone number and owner’s name at the same time.
Unlike other security tools available for android devices TrustGo allows users to undo any remote commands that they can manage at their webportal. I was able to instantly enable or disable any remote command for my device.
If someone fails three times to enter the correct unlock code, TrustGo will activate the device’s front-facing camera and snap a photo, which is then sent to the email address associated with your TrustGo account. While I’m glad to see this included in the app, I prefer having the flexibility to take photos on demand.
Bitdefender also offers similar functions like TrustGo. I was very pleased with their fluid web portal interface, which was very informative and nicely organized. It detected my device without any problem – however, it took a little while before it could show it on Google maps.
The alarm was activated quickly and though quite annoying (my colleague described it as “like dubstep”), it’s not as loud as TrustGo’s offering. It can also be dismissed by tapping a dialog box. This would definitely scare and annoy a thief, but it’s probably better for locating a lost device.
Most security apps give you some granularity about what information to remove during a remote wipe –It’s all or nothing. I was disappointed that Bitdefender did not include a spy camera option to surreptitiously snap photos from the device’s front facing camera.
TrustGo : 3.5/5
Bitdefender : 3.5/5
So, which one is better?
TrustGo is the free tool, comparing it with a premium security component is insane. However, being a completely free tool, we can say that it provides a good competition to the premium version of bitdefender mobile security. TrustGo provides top-tier malware detection built around an ambitious app scanning scheme. It rounds out its features with system management options and handy metrics which are convenient and easy to use—especially for new Android users. Weigh those benefits and its price tag against bitdefender’s security features and option which comes at a price tag.
I was little disappointed that bitdefender doesn’t provide spy camera feature bundled with the app but I was really impressed with app’s other anti-theft features – particularly the lock screen which prevented all the interaction with the device.
Bitdefender provides some nasty security tools by SMS commands and seemingly organized and integrated web portal but lacks scheduled scanning while providing smart unobtrusive continuous protection.
However, the bitdefender app does lack a beatiful interface – you might be surprised if you have just installed it on your device while reading this article, but if you go through the manual scan screen and other areas of the app you will notice empty spaces all over the place. TrustGo is strong with its flawless interface design.
If you are looking for a security app that can monitor the application’s behavior and intrusions in your device without spending any bucks – TrustGo might be your clue. Security apps are a very competitive space, but Bitdefender offers security and peace of mind, all while remaining unobtrusive, and at a price that won’t crunch your wallet.
I will admit — I was one of the victim who had probably never spent a single day without playing the CityVille or Farmville at least once.
Then there came a deteriorating moment when 40% of ancestors of online gaming on Facebook started following up with what is more important in life and followed up with ditching this whole time killer crap. We started hating it so much that – even a single invitation from one of our old “gaming friends” irritates us!!!
Let’s dump my individual scenario (however, it is true for most of us) and accept the fact that you don’t like the game invitation at all. If you are reading this article it signifies the same. So, let’s figure out how to block these game invitations for good.
Option 1 : Block it!
If you don’t like a friend of yours sending an invitation for Candy crush, CityVille, FarmVille, Lucky Slots, Dragon City, Hidden Express, Diamond Dash or millions of other apps on Facebook. Actually, you can block any Facebook app – let it be game, social, health or other services.
You’ll find four different level to choose your invitation restrictions – users, event, app or to block the whole app at once.
You can provide the username, event name or app name.
Option 2: Custom mode
You can also block apps from your previous game/app invitation lists. To use this option go to appcenter and click on requests at the bottom left corner of the page. There you can also block future invites for a specific app, stop a certain user from sending you requests, or both.
Click on Requests tab.
Click on “x” as stated in the above image. To block the individual app click on “Block Appname” (where “appname” is the name of the app you are about to block).
Confirm the app block in the next pop-up window.
Option 3: Block from notification
Stopping the onslaught on game invite notifications is actually as simple as clicking an X button next to the offending notice. Yes, it would be oh-so-nice if Facebook could learn that after clicking “no” 37 times, you don’t want to play. But it’s just not that smart (or maybe it’s laziness), so turn ’em off.
Doing all this game app-blocking business may have put you in a cleaning mood, so why not go the extra mile? Check out the apps you yourself have installed in the past and delete those you don’t use anymore by clicking on the X next to the app. You can also modify the visibility of your app’s posts on your behalf by clicking on the Settings link.
What could be the best app for a music lover? Some new music player? Nah! thats would be too old of a concept. How about some concert related apps? You will be surprised to know how many apps are currently available for download that give users the ability to either know which concert is being held where, when and who are going?
We are here about some commonly knows apps that are specifically made for the comfort of music lovers, which can detect a person’s location and then tell that one which concerts are happening nearby with all the details tagged along with it. Apps like Bandsintown and songkick are the ones are specialise in scanning music libraries of users and then learn their musical preferences so that they can never miss a show.
For those who may be a frequent user of online streaming services like spotify, pandora and soundcloud, these apps also have the permission to scan the stream of data and then collect their own info. Imagine never turning on the tv ever again or looking up the internet just to find what concerts are happening and where you can reach locally.
To add to the already long list of features, the app Bandsintown also shows you which of your friends are going to which concert so that you can enjoy to the full extent without even making a single call or plan a trip, because you already know where everyone is going to be.
Lets listen to the opinion o Julien Mitelberg, the CEO of New York based Bandsintown, why she thinks people actually go to the concerts –
“There are two reasons why someone might go to a concert. The first is that they like a particular style of music or the artist. The second is that it’s a social event with friends.”
In the favour of the app bandsintown we can add that the app not only notifies you about the concerts and friends going but it also allows the users ability to invite mates all over the world. This app is available for both android and iPhone.
If you are kinda bored with this app then you might try Songkick which is also available for both iPhone and Android, its speciality being that fact that it collects data from the ticket vendors, website and newspapers just to compile a very informative database about concerts happening worldwide. Another similar app related to the idea of concerts is Rhapsody Concerts, from the music streaming service Rhapsody. The app tells users which concerts are happening and they allow free streaming for the band’s albums before asking the user to buy tickets to the show.
“Our customers like to go see live music. But there weren’t really any services out there that combined an unlimited catalog of songs with live music discovery,” said Paul Springer, senior vice president of product at Rhapsody International, which is based in Seattle.
Similar app that lets users buy online tickets to all the shows worldwide is Thrillcall, started almost 4 years ago this app is one the most successfull online ticket vendors available for both android and iPhone. What actually got this app high was the special exclusive offers in Los angeles, New york and other major cities to meet the band members, bypass lines, buy VIP merchandise etc. What other app provides you the ability to buy tickets to your favourite band’s show in just two clicks.
After all these apps, the responsibility fall on the shoulders of the musicfreaks only to know what app might be the best one for them, as on a rough estimate there are more than 100,000 concert apps available at any moment on the smarthphone stores! So whats your choice?
Do you have a distant relationship? Then it might be the right time for you to make a turnaround. A new piece of technology can now strengthen the bond between you and your partner. Durex, the masters of condom making have devised a new technology that is named fundawear.
The new pair of underwear has been made specially from fabric co-entangled with some electro components that act like transducers. The underwear is linked with a smartphone app that can be used to make specific parts of the underwear vibrate by tapping in the app. fundawear has been specifically designed to transfer every sensation from the smartphone effectively to the underwear wirelessly. The vigor of your touch and specificity are all transferred in such a way that you might feel the presence of your loved one for a moment.
This new technology has been developed especially for the loved ones who are separated and need something more out of their relationship. The thing is that they both need to be connected mutually to the internet for this service. Each and every set of underwears must be linked to a particular copy of the app and that means that gifting a pair to one another could be the best way that online foreplay can be achieved. If you are thinking that this might be too complicated then you are wrong. Even a kid can use this app, and believe me that you don’t want that to happen, especially when you are the one wearing the related fundawear. The garments available are Bras, Panties and briefs and You can suggest if you want it anywhere else.
For now, the technology is not available for sale, don’t be disappointed as Durex is gifting them free on their facebook page right now. The future after this tech seems to guide our imaginations towards different ways. Some might say that the era of online sex has finally arrived after the era of online friendship, marriage, jobs, society etc.
What are you thinking? Share with us and we will discuss about it. Find us at www.digitfreak.com or at www.facebook.com/digitfreak
2012 has been an very interesting year for conical, which delivered fast and reliable features for the Ubuntu fans. The OS saw numerous bumps and take offs that and learned from its mistakes. Finally it came into a remolded shape which astonished everyone.
Hundreds of useful and interesting applications were released – making the Linux even more powerful and user-friendly. The last 12 months have been some of the most tremendous moment that Ubuntu has ever seen.
Here are some best-handpicked applications of 2012.
Steam for Linux changes the way world used to see the Canonical platform. The existense of the App shows that Linux desktop has its own potentials and it can be commercially viable and should be taken seriously.
Before this Ubuntu App, users were stuck with the In-web Google Reader or Unstable apps which offered bloated experience for the RSS subscriptions follow up — Realizing that something needed to be done Lightread was born.
2012 may not have been doomed by the Mayan prediction of end of the world, but it did see one amazing invention in canonical platform — creation of Unity Lens.
Among dozens of Lens developed by David Callé the Unity News Lens is one of the best. I am news junkie, so this is bound to be my favorite.
You might prefer some other best shot of his marvelous creations but news is all what keeps me updated. News lens is the handy tool which narrows down my search results. It is a handy tool.
CuttleFish is the app which makes your Ubuntu adapt its appearance and settings according to the environment. Cuttlefish allows you to create events that only happen under certain circumstances.
Google Launched their Free cloud storage service last year and it was flourished by millions of people just after it was released. But, sadly Google failed to release the desktop client for Ubuntu.
This is where Insync plays its role. The app lets user manage their Google Drive files with ease. The only bad news is that it is only free during its beta period and subscription based model will be introduced soon. However, Google is working on their native app for Ubuntu which is expected to be released in the first quarter of 2013
![TrustoGo mobile security vs Bitdefender mobile security – Android app [Free vs Paid]](https://digitfreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/scan.jpg)
Both security tool provides extensive way to manage your apps and determine which one might be harmful for your smartphone under a different name. Bitdefender organize and lists the app under the “Application Audit” tab where as TrustGo provides similar function in “Manage App” tab.
Similar to the Privacy Guard information, TrustGo pulls some of Android’s security-related settings and puts them in one easily accessible spot. From the System Management button, you can set limits on your mobile data, see your overall data consumption, and see how much data has been used by individual apps.
![[How to] block undesired Facebook game invitation for good](https://digitfreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/digitfreak_201300000356_blocking.jpg)
Stopping the onslaught on game invite notifications is actually as simple as clicking an X button next to the offending notice. Yes, it would be oh-so-nice if Facebook could learn that after clicking “no” 37 times, you don’t want to play. But it’s just not that smart (or maybe it’s laziness), so turn ’em off.
![Top 5 Ubuntu app of 2012 [Popular List]](https://digitfreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/digitfreak_00038_steam_for_linux.jpg)
Before this Ubuntu App, users were stuck with the In-web Google Reader or Unstable apps which offered bloated experience for the RSS subscriptions follow up — Realizing that something needed to be done Lightread was born.
2012 may not have been doomed by the Mayan prediction of end of the world, but it did see one amazing invention in canonical platform — creation of Unity Lens.
CuttleFish is the app which makes your Ubuntu adapt its appearance and settings according to the environment. Cuttlefish allows you to create events that only happen under certain circumstances.
Google Launched their Free cloud storage service last year and it was flourished by millions of people just after it was released. But, sadly Google failed to release the desktop client for Ubuntu.