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Rooted users can now get the Android L navigation bar with this Xposed module

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Want the Android L soft navigation bar (on-screen buttons) for your device without Android L? You’re in luck… well, so long as you’re rooted and have a properly functioning installation of the Xposed Framework, anyway.


XDA user Prithvee has created a .APK file that will allow you to give your phone a bit of Android L flavor with a few simple clicks. Simply install the .APK file, enable the module inside Xposed Framework, and restart your phone for good measure. Voila — you have what you see above.


Many folks expressed distaste with the newly styled navigation buttons. I personally share that sentiment — I think it looks a bit toyish and takes away from that “grown-up” feel Android has developed. But we all have our own tastes, and if this is right up your alley then be sure to grab it ahead of getting the real deal itself.




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Google shutting down Orkut in September, focusing on Google+, YouTube, and Blogger






Google is shutting down Orkut, its original social network. Google says that this is due to to the fact that Orkuthas been greatly outpaced by YouTube, Blogger, and Google+ across the world, where Orkut only ever caught on in a few countries.





















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Samsung executive feels consumers think beyond just the Apple brand

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A few years ago, Apple and its iPhone were the undisputed mobile champions. The company revolutionized an entire industry and was selling units at a record pace. Then came along Samsung. After experiencing a decent launch with the Galaxy S II, the company’s Galaxy S III success really took the world by storm. Samsung poured a ton of money into marketing that consumers had become so entranced by what Apple would project, they forget what else was in front of them. Samsung’s Vice President of Knox, Jae Shin, says that “in the beginning maybe it was just about branding, but I think now consumers have the know-how and the resources to make a smart decision.” With the tools ready, consumers can decipher which device is actually right for them instead of being tricked into thinking one or the other is a superior product.


Source: Computing




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Google won’t allow OEM skinning with Android Wear, Android TV, and Android Auto

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We all know that Android phones and tablets get skinned to death from various manufacturers, but is looks like that won’t be the case for Android Wear smartwatches, Android TV, and Android Auto. In a sense, these devices will be Google Play Edition devices, although they won’t be referred to as such. The best part of all this is that no matter which brand you pick up, it will behave exactly the same other than some very minor things.



For example, the smartwatches may differ slightly. Some might offer a heart rate sensor, like the Samsung Gear Live. Of course, that is hardware, but what about software? So far, the only thing we can tell that differs from manufacturer to manufacturer are the watch faces. Most of the watch faces are stock from Google, but each OEM does offer a few of their own in addition. That shouldn’t matter so much down the road as developers will hopefully be able to design faces.


As to Android TV and Android Auto, we don’t have any examples yet to know what slight differences might exist, but it will be minimal.


If only Android phones and tablets could be like this. I can dream can’t I?


source: arstechnica




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Android 4.4.4 rolling out to Moto G Google Play Edition






The Moto G Google Play Edition is being graced with an update to Android 4.4.4. The Sony Xperia Z1 Compact and the LG G Pad also got 4.4.4 updates recently, while the rollout for Nexus device started a bit earlier. The Moto G's previous update, 4.4.3, was released earlier this month.





















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TYLT ENERGI 2K makes sense for iPhone users, not so much for anyone else






The TYLT ENERGI 2K travel charger, on paper, makes sense. It's got prongs that fold out of the body and straight into a wall charger, so there's no mucking about with USB cables and separate charging warts. Just plug the battery into the wall and charge away. We get that. And if you're an iPhone user, that makes sense. Who wants to carry around a microUSB cable that you might well have no other use for?


But if you're using any other smartphone — Android, BlackBerry or Windows Phone — there are better options for keeping charged up while on the go.





















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UK Galaxy Tab S customers can get three months of free movies from Sky






Samsung has announced a new media package for their Galaxy Tab S tablet line, available to UK customers. The package includes a three-month NOW TV Sky Movies Pass, which gives UK Tab S owners access to 800 on-demand movies, with up to 16 new films added to the service each month. Users will also be able to access all 11 Sky Movies channels for three months, both live and on-demand.





















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Transformers Age Of Extinction 1.2.0 APK

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Have you seen Transformers Age Of Extinction movie? The Mobage brings this movie to the game on android. This is one the best game action that you can play on your android phone or tablet. If you like transformers, you will like this game.



In this game, your mission is to take down decepticon enemies as you run, dash, and change forms through fast-paced missions with your formidable cast of autobot heroes. You have to recruit and customize your team of TRANSFORMERS characters in both their robot and vehicle modes to level up their weapon power, tech and abilities. Take on bosses during regular in-game events and challenge your friends to compete for the highest score and the greatest rewards.



This is the all-new 3D combat runner and official mobile game for the new transformers. Like playing as the Autobots and taking down evil robots. Mission-based combat runner, anything is fun with optimus collecting faces. Comes with excellent graphics make Transformers Age Of Extinction game really impressive and stunning. The game is just simply the best. The level of details, in terms of 3d characters, location scenarios, game controls are really good. This game should serve the purpose as good entertainment.



Requires Android: 2.2+

Download File: 24MB (Transformers Age Of Extinction APK)



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