Galaxy S5 ROM ported to Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3

If you want to give your aging Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 a fresh make over you might want to install this new Galaxy S5 ROM on it. This will bring all the Samsung Galaxy S5 features on your Mega and the best part is that it works for both GT-i9200 and GT-i9205 which are 3G and LTE variants respectively.

Galaxy S5 ROM ported to Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3

Samsung Galaxy S5 features ported to Galaxy Mega 6.4 include S5 Launcher work, System UI, Music Player, Calendar & Widget, Video Player, S-Voice, Calculator, File Manager, Album 2014, App Messaging, Voice Recorder, Memo, Task Manager, Samusung Apps, Group Play, Bluetooth, Phone & Contacts, Keyboard, Emergency mode, Radio, Lockscreen w/ all effects, Popping colors, Light, Blind, Stone skipping, Watercolor, Oil, Paint & Ripple Effects, Gallery, Multiwindow, S Finder, Studio, Pop-Up caller, Kids Mode Installer, Vip Mode, Shutdown Menu and Car Mode. Here are the installation instructions:

1: Download ROM (link)
2: Reboot to PhilzTouch Recovery
3: Wipe Factory Reset Phone -> clean to install a New ROM
4: Install Zip -> install from sdcard/sdcard1 -> S5ROMforMEGAi9200_17Jan2014.zip and flash.
5: Reboot to recovery again.
6: Re-root system using Philz touch miscellaneous settings.
7: setup wizard comes up and proceed till you get to the home screen.
8: You will find the navigation bar. Do not disable it in build.prop instead follow step 9.
9: Install Xposd Framework apk (search it and download it from google), open the app, install framework. reboot.
10: Install GravityBox KK apk from the download section of xposd app. Install it. Enable it in modules. Restart
11: go to gravitybox app reduce the size of the navbar to like 0 or 1 .. prefered is 0 using the slider.
12 That will get rid of the navigation bar (this is important for the dialer) and wil stil have the overflow menu enabled everywhere.
13: download AppSettings from xposed app under download section and install it. enable it in the modules section. reboot.
14: open App settings app and look for contacts.
15: change the dpi from 0 to 320 and save (this is important for the phone dialer to become full screen)
16: thats pretty much you have to do. everythin else is present already in the ROM.
17: to explore the various features.. long press the notification toggle icons.. it ll open a new menu which is not present in the settings.
18: using xposd app you can download even floating windows to make windows float like note 4.

Recover bricked Galaxy Mega 6.3 LTE i9205 easily

In this guide we will teach you how to recover a bricked Galaxy Mega 6.3 LTE i9205 easily. Use this guide only if your phone only detected QHSUSB_DLOAD.

1 Download Win32DiskImager
2 Download debrik.img – only  for i9205
3 Unzip both items and run win32diskimager
4 Select Image File debrick.img
5 Select Device ( put your sdcard in 16gb or 32bg )
6 Click write ( note this will format your sdcard plz backup your data )
7 After finish put your sdcard to your phone. you will se a magical your phone will boot.

After it boot turn off the phone and go to download mod. Open odin and flash the stock firmware (I flashed I9205XXUCML1). After boot go to setting, more storage and format your SD card.

Recover bricked Galaxy Mega 6.3 LTE i9205 easily

So from now on, you can say that your Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 LTE i9205 is un brickable.

HTC ChaCha: How to improve battery life and make it run faster

HTC ChaCha is one of the few android phones with built in hardware keyboard but its battery life is not its strongest point. It is also not a very fast phone. Fortunately there are ways to improve HTC ChaCha battery life and make it run faster. These tweaks are meant for people on stock firmware or Cyanogen Mod.

HTC ChaCha How to improve battery life and make it run faster

If you are stock ROM, we suggest you to totally dump it and instlal the Hexgore’s stock ROM. It is built on stock firmware but will all HTC’s bloatware removed. So it runs much faster and yields better battery life since less HTC crap is running in background. Here are the features of this custom HTC ChaCha ROM:

* It’s been rooted, of course (ChainsDD’s version of Superuser)
* I’ve added Busybox and Bash
* Removed: Peep, Flash Lite, Flickr, FriendStream, Facebook, Facebook Chat, HTC Feedback, HTC Recommends, HTC Hub and all associated widgets
* Tinfoil for Facebook replaces the official and HTC Facebook apps, this is a more lightweight and privacy aware version of Facebook which doesn’t run in the background all the time or download all your contacts
* ASTRO file browser is now also included
* Ad blocking host files are built right in, no need for AdFree or AdAway
* Zipaligning for optimisation, this means apps should use less RAM
* Beats Audio has been added for heavy bass awesomeness
* Sense 4 wallpaper
* ICS font
* ICS clock widget
* Play Store has replaced the outdated Market apk
* Disabled boot sounds

To install it, boot into recovery, wipe your data, cache, and Dalvik cache, then flash the ROM (download link) and reboot the phone.

Galaxy Alpha S view flip case review

Samsung Galaxy Alpha S View flip case is an expensive case that brings front screen protection to the tablet. It also promises to add a lot of classiness to the already classy design of Galaxy Alpha. The Galaxy Alpha S view flip case is ideal for checking the time or answering or rejecting phone calls without opening the case. We have reviewed the black Galaxy Alpha S view flip case that goes well with our black Galaxy Alpha.

Galaxy Alpha S view flip case review

The Galaxy Alpha S view flip case fits the phone so well and it becomes a part of the phone by replacing the back cover. This keeps the overall profile of Galaxy Alpha super thin and the window indeed gives a whole new aspect.

Replaces the back cover of the Samsung Galaxy Alpha. Provides full screen protection without additional bulk

You can change the background color of your S-View screen too. For doing that, open the flip cover and go to Settings > Lock screen and change the color of S-View window.

View and action incoming calls and messages. Intelligent colour system customises your S-View screen

Another benefit is that you will be able to take pictures without opening the flip. You will also be able to change music tracks as well. You can find both of these options by swiping to the right.

Durable construction offers premium protection for your screen. Official Samsung accessory made for the Galaxy Alpha

The only thing that we did not like about S View flip case is wireless charging. For that you must use the Samsung Galaxy Alpha wireless charging back cover. If wireless charging does not matter to you, simply stop dithering and just get it. It is indeed worth every penny.

New Caudabe Veil for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus Review

Caudabe has updated their Veil iPhone case with a ridge around the camera in order to protect the camera ring. Priced at just 14.95 dollars, the Caudabe Veil is very thin and looks mega sleek. It is just 0.35 mm thick and is made for those who truly appreciate the beauty of the iPhone’s industrial design.

New Caudabe Veil for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus Review

The Caudabe Veil is made of very soft plastic material that does not scratches the device. I have already removed it countless times as I often change cases on my iPhone. It is very form fitting too – there is absolutely no wobble when using it.

New Caudabe Veil for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus

The major rival of Caudabe Veil is Spigen Air Skin since both have similar look and feel but we prefer using the Caudabe Veil as it has improved camera cut out. The only complaint I have is that there are not enough frost colors available.

Does the Touch ID works with sweaty fingers on iPhone?

Touch ID is one of the best ways to enhance the security on the iPhone but does it work with sweaty fingers? Well on my iPhone 6 Plus I have noticed that even the smallest amount of wetness on my thumb makes the touch ID useless. Not only me but my friends who sweat a lot have noticed this.

So that is how it works – any kind of moisture on your finger and the Touch ID will have trouble recognizing it. Another interesting find – the one on iPhone 6 and 6 Plus is more responsive than one on iPhone 5S. On the 5S, the sensor simply refuses to recognize the fingerprints even if they are not very sweaty.

So there goes it – if you are a kind of person that gets clammy hands really easy then Touch ID will become useless and it can be very annoying. Touch ID does not play well with the moisture. Fortunately you can quickly enter the passcode in such scenario.

Does the Touch ID works with sweaty fingers on iPhone

When your hands are dry, you will love Touch ID as it is extremely fast. Sometimes you will find that the screen is still fading on and my phone is already unlocked.

Fujitsu Lifebook T935 specifications, 2-in-1 hybrid tablet with Intel vPro processor

Broadwell is here finally as Intel has started shipping its vPro enabled processors to the laptop companies. Some of the first devices are already on sale wiht the new processors and this includes Fujitsu Lifebook T935 that is now available to the corporate customers. Fujitsu Lifebook T935 is the successor to the Liefbook T904 which offered rotating display as well.

Fujitsu Lifebook T935 specifications include 13.3 inch IGZO display packing WQXGA resolution which is 2560 x 1440 pixels. The T935 is not the first company’s laptop to offer IGZO display. Fujitsu Lifebook TH90 was also offered with one. The one that we tested had ‘mere’ 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. One of the key features of Fujitsu Lifebook T935 is its digitizer support allowing you to do inputs via stylus.

Fujitsu Lifebook T935 specs

It is powered by Intel Core i7 5600U vPro enabled processor, up to 8 gigabytes of memory, hybrid hard disk drive up to 500GB (optional SSD), 2x USB 3.0 ports and an HDMI port. You will also find an SD card reader, RJ 45 Ethernet port and a SIM card slot for proving 3G or 4G connectivity on the go.

Fujitsu Lifebook T935

Battery life of Fujitsu Lifebook T935 is said to be around 9.5 hours which is more than enough for a whole day of use.

Cube iWork 11 Windows 8.1 tablet with built in 3G

Cube is a Chinese company and today it has launched iWork 11, a windows 8.1 tablet with wide 11.6 inch display and built in 3G model that is capable of making calls and keeping you connected to data networks.

Cube iWork 11 specifications

The Cube iWork 11 has a very classic design for a windows tablet. Cube iWork 11 specifications include Intel quad core Z3735G processor with built in HD graphics backed by 2 gigabytes of DDR3L memory and 64GB eMMC flash storage.

Cube iWork 11

The 11.6 inch screen has resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels which means the text is going to be super sharp. The camera on the front is 2MP while the rear camera packs 5 megapixel shooter. Both ambient light and accelerometer sensors are present. Connectivity and expandability options include 802.11n Wireless LAN, Bluetooth 4.0, 3G WCDMA, HDMI port, SD card reader and micro USB with OTG connectivity.

Cube iWork 11 specs

Cube iWork 11 will come with a compatible keyboard for typing long documents and emails. It will make use of magnetic latch for connecting to the display part.

Windows 10 OS to support ARM, Snapdragon 805 tablet spotted

Lately there has been a complete abssense of any new Windows RT tablets, you know the Windows that runs on ARM processors. According to the benchmark results that showed up on GFXbench, a new Windows tablet with WQHD display packing Snapdragon 805 (SD805) ARM processor. Folks at nokiaviews are saying that it could be the successor to the Nokia branded Lumia 2520 or Surface 2 tablet. This tablet will pack a powerful Snapdragon processor and windows 10. This confirms that even the next generation of windows a k a Windows 10 will support ARM architecture.

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Lenovo Z70-80 is a 17 inch broadwell laptop

Lenovo Z70-80 is one of the few laptops out there that packs a 17 inch display along with Intel Broadwell processor. Dressed in all aluminum chassis, the Lenovo Z70-80 looks rather elegant and stylish.

Lenovo Z70-80 specifications

Specifications of Lenovo Z70-80 were grabbed by notebooksnews that says it measures 418 x 283 x 25.2 mm and weighs 3 kg. Other specs include full HD display, latest Intel broadwell processor, up to 16 GB of memory, traditional hard disk and Nvidia GeForce 840M discrete GPU with 4GB of dedicated onboard memory. This makes it attractive to both gamers and multimedia enthusiasts. You can configure the Z70-80 with up to i7 processor with maximum of 16GB RAM and hybrid drives.

Lenovo Z70-80 review

Ports selection include 2x USB 2.0 ports, 1x USB 3.0, SD card reader, HDMI video, headphone, microphone jacks, LAN and JBL speakers. Connectivity radios include 802.11n Wireless LAN and Bluetooth 4.0. The Lenovo Z70-80 is already up for sale in Europe for 700 euro for the base model and 900 euro for the top end variant. Delivery times are stated to be between 1-2 days.