Android 4.4 'KitKat' -The More Compatible, Intelligent and Simple Android Ever

Android 4.4 'KitKat' All You Need to Know-The More Compatible, Intelligent and Simple Android Ever 

Earlier we have discussed several times on android- which is one of the world's most popular and widely used operating system based on Linux kernel, mainly designed for smartphones and tablet computers. Since last four years we have got various flavor of android among them 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3.3–2.3.7 (Gingerbread), 3.2 (Honeycomb), 4.0.3–4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) & 4.1.x-4.3.x (Jelly Bean) successfully drawn public attention and gained popularity. After the success of Jelly Bean, now Google has introduced Android 4.4 nicknamed 'KitKat.' Official website of android explained the reason of this nomenclature -'as everyone finds chocolate so tempting, we decided to name the next version of Android after one of our favorite chocolate treats, the KitKat®!' Immediately after this release android 4.4 is vogue as with this version of android Google improved performance and memory usage, makes this version more compatible than ever; you can easily try KitKat on your older smartphones. Now lets illuminate android 4.4 briefly-

Introduction:-

Readers, I will introduce a simple way the new features of the version of android, "The KitKat" Accompanies the more intelligent and simple search for Android, says the official Google blog, and more importantly, Should Have compatibility with older devices. This means more people que can have access to the innovations than other Android updates.

Performance and improved use of memory:-

Many of the major changes are the KitKat under the hood. The overall performance should improve, especially in relation to RAM. The Android developers site says "KitKat streamlines all the key components to reduce memory consumption", so even older smartphones running Android 4.4 will be faster and more responsive - even with 512MB of RAM. The multitasking should work better and you can switch applications without lock your smartphone.

Simpler and more powerful: (Google Now)

The Google Now gained much prominence in KitKat, with quick, more cards, and more features without using their hands. Not too can wake up your smartphone to start a search and take a picture saying only "OK Google Now"? It's like Google Glass, but on your smartphone.

The Google Now will also gain space on your homescreen, if you want (and you can slide left to right to find it), and Google will add more cards to make your smartphone smarter automatically suferindo things based on your interests , location, and more.

Support SMS, location sharing, and animated GIFs in Hangouts:-

Google announced this week that Hangouts will turn the main messaging app - is text messaging, video calls and instant. If you hate having your conversations scattered in several different apps, with KitKat you need only Hangouts, which replaces the old Mail app.

The use of location sharing can be very convenient when you're meeting a friend and wants to tell exactly where it is.

Finally, if you like to put emojis in messages, are present in many new keyboard Google.

Improvements in NFC, Cloud Printing and File Management:-

The KitKat also includes improvements that developers can now use apps to improve their apps. Regarding the NFC, it may automatically take you to the right app when you touch your device into a payment terminal. Printer manufacturers can develop served to send print files from Android to your printer. And the new framework for access to storage provides a consistent way to access files stored in other facilities in other apps (eg, open or save files in Dropbox or Box when you're in the browser).

In short, I will whole heartily agree with Google while saying -KitKat 4.4 is Smart, simple, and truly yours To know more about Android 4.4 'KitKat' click here

While concluding this article, I on behalf of Team VOGH, want to thank our new guest editor Mr. Rafael Souza, for sharing his view and extensive thought on android 4.4. Rafael we love you. 

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AT&T Locker: Offering Free Cloud Storage For iOS & Android Users

AT&T Locker: Offering Free Cloud Storage For iOS & Android Users

AT&T a leader in telecommunication services, announced a brand new service which calls "AT&T Locker" that will allow iPhone and Android smartphone customers of AT&T to store 5GB worth of videos and photos for free in AT&T's cloud. The most interesting thing is that, the service is available through a free app in the Apple App Store or the Google Play store. And it allows users to store roughly 5,000 average sized photos in the cloud. The app requires subscribers use either an iPhone 3GS or newer device. And Android users must be on version 2.1 or higher of the Android OS. Users can choose to upload new photos and video via Wi-Fi, AT&T's cellular network or both. Customers can manage those photos and share them through the app on the smartphone or on the AT&T Locker web page. AT&T plans to incorporate additional features in future versions of AT&T Locker. And the company didn't say whether higher storage options will be available.

This service is exactly similar to Apple's iCloud service also allows up to 5GB of free storage. And it also offers Photo Stream, which allows its iPhone users to automatically store photos in Apple's cloud and share them across multiple iOS devices as well as share them with other people. The service stores up to 1,000 pictures automatically and this storage doesn't count against the iCloud storage limits. Google also offers storage in its Google Drive service. This service also offers up to 5GB of free storage. You can store anything here from pictures to documents to music. Of course there are also other options for storing photos and other digital content including Dropbox and Microsoft's SkyDrive which is also a very handy option. 

Brief Description:-

AT&T Locker™ allows you to Store, sync and share your photos, videos and documents in one convenient place. AT&T Locker is an app that lets you store, sync and share your data in one safe, convenient place. Your content is easy to access on your computer and phone from virtually anywhere. Photos and videos can be backed up automatically from your phone. It's also easy to share to email, Facebook and Twitter. First 5 GB of storage is free. Additional storage is available for the low monthly price of just $3.99 for 30GB or $9.99 for 100GB.

• Photos and videos can be automatically uploaded to your AT&T Locker from your phone

• Easily access your photos, videos and documents from your phone and computer

• Easy to share to email, Facebook and Twitter

• First 5 GB of storage is free. Additional storage is available.

• Your content is secure and backed up in the cloud

• Store your favorite memories in a safe and convenient place

• Store music from your computer to your AT&T Locker

-Source (AT&T, Cnet)

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EPA -Environmental Protection Agency Hacked, Personal Information of 8,000 Employees Exposed

EPA -Environmental Protection Agency Hacked, Personal Information of 8,000 Employees Exposed

Another security breach occurred which effected thousands of employees of Environmental Protection Agency also known as EPA. The EPA authority confirmed that breach exposed the Social Security numbers and banking information of nearly 8,000 people. This security breach added the name of EPA among those (LinkedIn, eHarmony, Formspring, Yahoo, Android Forums, Nvidia, Gaimgo and Dropbox) who recently fallen victim to the cyber criminals. The agency wouldn't say whether the breach involved or affected any government contractors but the resources is saying that 5,100 current employees and some 2,700 "other individuals" about a March security incident that exposed personal information on an EPA database. Those impacted were informed about the breach Tuesday, four months after it occurred. Included among the exposed information was Social Security numbers, bank routing numbers and home addresses. The EPA is offering free credit-monitoring services for one year to people affected by the breach and established a hotline for those who want to call about their concerns.

According to the EPA statement- "Vigilantly keeping data secure from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats is a top priority at EPA. The agency has already added new safeguards in response to the incident." The agency's Office of the Inspector General confirmed only that an investigation is underway. 

-Source (Business Journal) 

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Dropbox Acknowledged It was Hacked & File Containing Private Customer Data Was Stolen

Dropbox Acknowledged It was Hacked & File Containing Private Customer Data Was Stolen 

Very popular file hosting service Dropbox which offers cloud storage & file synchronization have fallen victim to cyber criminals again. In the middle of last month a large numbers of Dropbox users have reported receiving spam mails to their e-mail address. The online file storage service confirmed that hackers accessed usernames and passwords from third party sites and then used them to get into Dropbox users' accounts. Dropbox has acknowledged that a file containing private customer data was stolen from the Dropbox account of one of the company's employees and that the information was subsequently used to send out spam messages to users. According to the official blog of Dropbox:- "Our investigation found that usernames and passwords recently stolen from other websites were used to sign in to a small number of Dropbox accounts. We’ve contacted these users and have helped them protect their accounts.

A stolen password was also used to access an employee Dropbox account containing a project document with user email addresses. We believe this improper access is what led to the spam. We’re sorry about this, and have put additional controls in place to help make sure it doesn’t happen again..."

This security breach added the name of Dropbox among those ( LinkedIn, eHarmony, Formspring, Yahoo,  

Android Forums, Nvidia and Gaimgo) who recently fallen victim to the cyber criminals. As countermeasure the cloud storage provider has created a new section on the Account Security page that allows users to see what web browsers are currently logged into their account, and has implemented new automated mechanisms to identify suspicious activity. Dropbox says that it also plans to offer a two-factor authentication option in a few weeks' time. The company didn't say how exactly this option will be implemented, but that users could, for example, receive an SMS text message with a temporary code that must be entered together with the password each time they log in. From the above seenerio we can predict that the said security measure will be exactly like the "2-Step Verification" of Google Account. 

-Source (The-H, Dropbox Blog)

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Large Number of Dropbox User Targeted By Spammers

Large Number of Dropbox User Targeted By Spammers 

One of the very popular file hosting service Dropbox which offers cloud storage & file synchronization have fallen victim to cyber criminals. A large numbers of Dropbox users have reported receiving spam mails to their e-mail address. So far the spammer is using different pieces of German-language spam at an email address used solely to register with Dropbox. Yesterday, a Dropbox user named David.P first  reported on the Dropbox forum that he received a spam message to an email account that he used exclusively for Dropbox and no other service.  Since then, various users in Germany, the Netherlands and United Kingdom reported receiving junk email touting online gambling sites. Similar reports can also be found on the Dropbox forums. In almost all cases, the spam is for suspicious-looking online casinos. Much of the spam appears to have been sent to users with their own domains who created a custom email address such as dropbox@domain.tld to register for the Dropbox file-sharing service. This would suggest that the spammers may simply have been lucky. According to forum discussions, however, emails have also been received by people who have not used this easily guessable address format.  

Immediately after this incident get spotted the announced that it has asked its security team to investigate the incident, and has also called in outside experts. At present, it has found no evidence of unauthorized access to Dropbox accounts, but this could change as the investigation moves forward. The company has reassured users that a recent thirty minute web site outage had nothing to do with this incident. 

In their Statement Dropox Said:-

"We‘re aware that some Dropbox users have been receiving spam to email addresses associated with their Dropbox accounts. Our top priority is investigating this issue thoroughly and updating you as soon as we can. We know it’s frustrating not to get an update with more details sooner, but please bear with us as our investigation continues.”

-Source (E Hacking News & The-H)

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openSUSE 12.1 With Btrfs, GNOME 3.2, Systemd & So on

OpenSUSE developer community has released ver12.1. openSUSE 12.1 Beta (Asparagus) was also released earlier in this year.  At first glance, openSUSE 12.1 is pretty much in line with recent releases from Fedora and Ubuntu: GNOME 3.2, KDE 4.7, Kernel 3.1, systemd, etc. But a closer look starts to reveal some real divergence between the various Linux offerings today. For example, while Fedora 16 allows you to choose btrfs for your filesystem, openSUSE 12.1 uses btrfs by default. There’s a number of other interesting advancements packed in this release, too.
The filesystem features provided by btrfs are enhanced on openSUSE 12.1 with Snapper, a user-space utility to take, compare, and revert snapshots of files. This has huge potential to make life better for users. It certainly won’t eliminate the need for backups, but it’s a strong step in the right direction. Similarly, openSUSE 12.1 includes support for ownCloud, “slim yet powerful private cloud software”. Again, this isn’t going to eliminate Dropbox or similar services, but it’s a step in the right direction toward self-sufficiency for regular end users in the Free Software space.

The update to openSUSE is also the first to incorporate a new release numbering system; the previous release was openSUSE 11.4. From 12.1 onward, the 8 month release cycle will see a x.1 release in November, an x.2 release in July and a x.3 release in March when the cycle starts over again. So, the future releases of openSUSE will be 12.2 in July 2012, 12.3 in March 2013 and 13.1 in November 2013.

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