Top 5 Apps: Supports All Platforms

Each coming day more and more new applications are being developed for the different operating systems and the designers make sure that they are compatible with the different operating systems or in other words they are cross operating system functions. There are many applications which are compatible with every widely used operating system and below are mentioned top five out of them. Now with these applications it is easy to transport your data and you do not have to use the inferior quality applications.

1.      VLC Media Player

VLC Media PlayerNow managing your audio and media files is not a problem on any operating system. You can convert, format, stream as well as re-size any media file without any hassle. Its presence on the USB drive makes it one of the most widely used applications round the world. It can also be used to manage the multiple codecs, formats as well as the various restrictions on the media files.

2.      Dropbox

DropboxThe second big name in the category of the all compatible applications is the Dropbox which has the function of synchronizing files and folders present on your system. The basic idea is same wherever you use this application whether from your desktop, your iPhone and from your mobile phones you will get the instant backup of all your information and you can use it in the portability mode also. This is perfect for any kind of documents and files you are looking to share.

3.      Firefox

FirefoxIt may not be the best browser in the performance but it is customizable to its last detail. It is very powerful browser though and its USB version makes it compatible to use from anywhere and on any operating system. With the launch of the Firefox Mobile it has become the famous option among the users. With the complete segment of add-on and plug-ins available in the market you can really configure it to the least bit.

4.      7-Zipper

7 ZipperThis may not be the best application of any single operating systems but it is like a boon for the users as no two operating systems accept the same compressed format it is quite an essential download for the file sharers. It is perfect to tackle the RAR files, .tar and .gz files on the different operating system. Also it has the built-in feature of the compressor system that is fast and time-saving.

5.      Miro

Miro AppsThis certainly is not the best all in one video aggregate but because of its cross operating system functionality it has been the best option for file streaming, handling podcast feeds, local files and any other file with the moving pictures and videos which can be aggregated easily without any trouble. The USB portability makes it sure that you can take your desktop as well as favorite web videos with you as you go on a picnic.

Going through the above five applications you will come to know why they are considered as all operating system compatible. You can make their optimum use by downloading them on the various operating systems and can use anytime as per your convenience.  There is no trouble of information transfer as well as moving data.

 

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Claudia has written a number of articles on the various dimensions of the operating systems as well as on the applications. They try to make the user aware of the best applications which can be used on all the operating systems and how SAP BO online training can streamline the business operations of any organization, follow me @ITdominus1.

Tips: Installing Freeware Wisely

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Though one cannot be 100 per cent safe, there are some simple rules one can follow while installing freeware, or any software for that matter, to ensure that spyware applications do not install themselves on your computer.

❍ Download software only from trusted and reliable sources. If at any point you are unsure about the legitimacy or the trustworthiness of a download source, it would be advisable to look elsewhere.

❍ Though it can be a pain, it is definitely worth the while to read the Terms of Agreement of the software. Look for sentences like “When you agree to these terms you agree to allow third-party software to be installed on your computer.” Immediately avoid such programs. These are added in the application installer and some of them will ask you as your will, simply uncheck the option.

❍ If you really want to install a software you downloaded, but are not sure of its integrity, you should ask someone who knows more about the subject. Even a simple Google search should bring up some answers. Popular forums, Yahoo Answers, Ask, Stack Overflow are some good platform to find audience of all sort of categories. The golden rule is: only install software the contents of which you’re sure of.

❍ Spam is one of the leading sources of spyware. A large amount of spyware (posing as Trojans) is spread through e-mail. So always try to avoid opening email from unknown sources, and never ever download any attachment accompanied with it.

❍ Use your discretion and a general sense of caution when clicking on Internet ads (if you do). A lot of banner ads have buttons that say “Cancel” or “No” that you’re prompted to click if you don’t want the product they offer. Do ~not~ click that button! More often than not, doing that will take you to another ad site. If you are unsure about what to do, just close your browser window.

❍ Everyone needs pop-up blockers, and luckily, most new versions of popular browsers have pop-up blockers already inbuilt. It is advisable to install the latest version of your Web browser. Updates will also fix vulnerabilities found by developers.

YotaPhone : Dual Screen Android

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On the left, a regular Android 4.1 display. On the right, a power-saving e-ink screen. (Credit: James Martin/CNET)

To borrow from a popular meme, the Russians are doing it right as far as the YotaPhone is concerned. It’s a dual-display smartphone with a very interesting twist. Sporting a 4.3 inch 720p LCD display on one side of its face, the YotaPhone has an e-ink display of the same dimension on its backside. The idea is to read on the e-ink display and watch videos and movies on the crisper LCD screen. Why? It’s all about battery savings. E-ink conserves more resources than color HD displays, so if you’re just reading a long article or a book, use the low-power e-ink side. Innards are pretty sweet as well with a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon s4 chip , 2GB of RAM, NFC, 4G LTE connectivity, a 12-megapixel camera, and it’ll come with either 32GB or 64GB storage space with Android Jelly Bean support.

There are two ways to get content onto the back display. The first is to simply mirror what’s on the screen by swiping down with a two-fingered gesture. That will give you a static image of a map, for instance, or a shopping list.

The second way to program YotaPhone’s e-ink display is to use apps built for that specific purpose. Yota starts out with a few, like an RSS reader, an alarm clock, and Twitter, but plans to open up the SDK so developers can create their own compatible software. Transferring data with these apps was seamless over a strong Wi-Fi connection, just by tapping an onscreen control.

A series of specially made apps enable you to put your own messages on the screen, or it can show your Twitter feed, news or at its most helpful – SMS messages, missed calls, the weather, time and location data. E Ink screens are more commonly found on e-readers like the Kindle, and as you’d expect, e-books can be read on the YotaPhone’s second screen. Because it’s E Ink, the YotaPhone’s rear screen can be read in direct sunlight, making it easier to see important information quickly.

Yota has been working on the technology in partnership with E Ink for two years and is just now producing its first “working” prototypes.  The phone is pretty large; it’s almost exactly the same width and thickness as Nokia’s chunky Lumia 820, but doesn’t hide its heft as well. It’s also pretty tall, thanks largely to a gesture area beneath both of its displays. It’s at this point that things get a little tricky, because the rear screen isn’t entirely touch sensitive. Only the bottom part of the rear panel is capacitive, and currently not all apps will respond to gestures in that area. That means you wouldn’t currently be able to flip the page in a Kindle book, for example, or a click on a tune in a Spotify playlist. But the Yota guys say they’ve had a lot of feedback on this and other points and are already working on solutions — and we’re totally ready to believe them.

I’m also still a little dubious about the convenience of flipping the phone over at intervals to use first one side and then another — even though one use case is to use the e-ink side when you’re on the phone’s final battery legs. For me, at least, chargers are nearby, I become loathe to switch up what I’m doing, and I can’t see myself wanting to leave the comforts of a rich, colorful screen to gaze upon an image that reminds me of an old, faded newspaper.

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So where does Yota go from here? The company says it’s in talks with carriers worldwide, but wouldn’t reveal any specifics. It’s aiming to release the phone in June / July this year in its native Russia, but an international launch isn’t likely until Q4. Start saving as this phone/reader’s retail availability will begin in a couple of months.

Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote

Doctor Who fans, you simply have to get this gizmo. Non Doctor Who nerds, this will appeal to you as well. Resembling the fabled Sonic Screwdriver from the cult british show (or a mysterious glowing probe), this programmable universal infrared remote lets you interact with any TV with gestures. With 13 supported gestures and 3 memory control codes. Enough to control most Earth-based “low-tech” consumer devices, we reckon.

The sonic screwdriver is a fictional tool in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who and its spinoffs. It is a multifunctional tool used by The Doctor. Its most common function is that of a lock pick, but can be used to perform other operations such as performing medical scans, remotely controlling other devices and tracking alien life. It can, with the exception of a deadlock seal or wooden lock, open any type of lock and operate many computers, whether their origin is alien or human. Though all this was only limited up to TV but still you can show off your über cool Screwdriver as a Universal Remote.

Here is sneak peek of how the original Sonic Screwdriver work :

Compatible with almost all home entertainment equipments, such as iPod docks, TVs and Blu-ray players.

  • Guided Setup: teaches you how to use it with spoken prompts.
  • FX Mode: thirteen authentic special effects sounds from the universe of Doctor Who.
  • Bright illuminating tip: lights up in use and pulses when in standby.
  • Advanced gestures recognition technology: thirteen gestures multiplied by three memory banks means up to 39 remote control codes can be stored.
  • Hand polished: copper plated, high quality, die-cast metal construction.
  • Special features: Personal Lock Code facility and secret communication to discover.

It is packed with advanced electronics that help make it the most realistic Sonic Screwdriver ever built.

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Electromagnetic emission: The sonic Screwdriver gets its classic green glowing tip courtesy of a hyper-bright green LED. however, as the tip in this also has to emit the infrared pulse of a remote control, a multi-wavelength solution is needed. The result is a custom manufactured, three-chip 5mm LED: one IR indium gallium nitride chip and two green gallium arsenide chip, encapsulated in a single transparent epoxy lens.

Motion Sensing technology: at the heart of this, a tiny state of the art three-axis accelerometer constantly measures the forces acting on the device so that the embedded microcontroller can determine if the Sonic Screwdriver is being moved. The silicon MEMS sensor is so sensitive that it can detect and measure 1000th of the force gravity. The accelerometer is fabricated from single-crystal silicon by deep reaction ion etching (DRIE) process and protected from the environment by a hermetically sealed cap at the water level.

One more thing is this gizmo comes complete with its own protective and attractive display case Fabricated from engineering grade ABS, the tough, crystal clear cover fits snugly over an analogue of the TARDIS console. The stand is decorated with authentic Gallifreyan script and provides the perfect containment, mounting and presentation for a Sonic Screwdriver of this quality.