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Google Sets Extra Password Security For Chrome On Windows

Extra password security for Google chrome is not new, as it has already been available to Mac users lately. Now even windows users will be able to secure Chrome with extra password.

As spotted by François Beaufort who is an open-source Chromium evangelist, this features will ask users to authenticate themselves before they can access any saved credentials inside their browser. Earlier, Chrome users could access a plain text list for saved passwords, simply by visiting chrome://settings/passwords. Which could have given easy access of the credentials to unwanted people.

This new version is still not official, but users can still download it. However, when you make an attempt to download, it will say that this is a raw build of Chromium for Windows, right out of the trunk. Google recommends Chrome Canary of Dev Channel for a build that regularly auto-updates to the latest.

The download page clearly says this may be tremendously buggy. If you would like to download and explore it further, you can check out the source below.

[Chromium]

December 5, 2013
Next Generation USB Connectors Will Be Reversible

Tired of trying to charge your device from the wrong side ? USB has some good news for you. The new connector, called Type-C, is an addition to the existing USB 3.1 specification.

While USB technology is well established as the favored choice for connecting and powering devices, we recognize the need to develop a new connector to meet evolving design trends in terms of size and usability,” said Brad Saunders, USB 3.0 Promoter Group Chairman. “The new Type-C connector will fit well with the market’s direction and affords an opportunity to lay a foundation for future versions of USB.”

No images are available, but the new cable will feature a new and smaller design, reversible to make it easier to plug in and will support scalable charging. You can expect something like the lightning cable, but we hope it will not be fragile.

The USB Type-C specification is targeted for industry review during the first quarter of 2014, and a final specification is expected to be published by the middle of 2014.

[Press Release – PDF]

December 4, 2013
LG’s AllJoyn Support Will Enable Smart TV Control From Any Device

LG seems to have a solution for controlling a smart television with ease. LG Electronics will be the first company to incorporate the AllJoyn open source software framework into its Smart TV platform.

The AllJoyn is developed by Qualcomm, and aims to create a common language that connects the Internet of Things irrespective of the Operating System or the brand.

LG is at the forefront of the device connectivity revolution,” said Richard Choi, Senior Vice President of the Smart Business Center at LG Electronics. “LG will now enable consumers to more effortlessly connect their networked devices in the home and continues to show a strong commitment to the next generation of convergence technology.”

LG will use AllJoyn to allow multiple devices to communicate with LG Smart TVs simultaneously. Several smartphones or tablets, each running a completely different OS or of different brands, can participate in the same multiplayer game on an LG Smart TV.

However, LG has not cleared when this technology will be officially available.

December 4, 2013
Yahoo Acquires Movie Making Application Ptch

This is not a new story, as we have seen Yahoo and other firms acquiring start up based companies. To name a few, Yahoo has acquired start ups like Bre.ad, IQ Engines, Summly and On the Air.

Yahoo has now acquired another company, a movie making app ‘Ptch’. The company was launched a year ago, with a mission to give users the best way to make and share beautiful movies made from the photos and videos on the phone. The company seems to have done well, as Yahoo noticed them and has now acquired them.

In a blog from the company, it says:

Today, we’re excited to announce that Ptch will be joining Yahoo! As part of the Yahoo team, we’ll be able to focus our efforts and leverage our technology to make Yahoo’s photo and video platforms the best in the world.

The company has also suggested users to keep all there photos and save them, before they shut down(January 2nd 2014). However, it will be interesting to see how will yahoo use this service to enhance Flickr.

[Ptch]

December 4, 2013
WhatsApp Messenger Gets The iOS 7 Friendly Update

WhatsApp is the most used messaging app throughout all platforms. Whether it is iOS, Android, BlackBerry, Symbian or Windows Phone, this app runs on all platforms.

Following other applications to update according to the iOS 7, WhatsApp messenger also gets the much needed update. This new update is late, but it comes with some required changes.

The new interface is simpler, and the new version introduces a broadcast lists. The latest update also improves location sharing with a 3D map, and the photo clickers can crop images and see larger pictures(thumbnails). The new update also allows you to manage your blocked contacts easily.

[App Store]

December 3, 2013
Apple Acquires Twitter Analytics firm Topsy, Wants to try hand at Social Again

With many a failed attempts at Social markets, looks like Apple is far from giving up. Apple has acquired Topsy Twitter analytics, for a reported $200 million. Most Companies use Topsy to utilize the data for tweet mapping, and trend filtering on Twitter. What Apple’s intentions are, however is currently unknown.

Apple had earlier launched Ping as a social network which, was a software-based, music-oriented social networking and recommender system service developed and operated byApple. It was announced and launched on 1 September 2010, as part of the tenth major release of iTunes.The service launched with 1 million members in 23 countries. The service allowed users to follow artists and see short timely postings by both friends and artists. Ping was also accessible via iTunes for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

Apple officially closed the service on September 30, 2012 and replaced it in iTunes with Facebook and Twitter integration. Lets hope a better fate can be received to Topsy.

December 3, 2013
Now You Can Control a Paper Airplane With Your Smartphone

Building paper airplanes have been a delight in some point of everyone’s life, whether it is in your own childhood or your kids childhood. Creating a paper airplane that travels faraway might now develop into an easy task.

PowerUp 3.0 has boosted up a regular paper airplane with a small attachable propeller and rudder for a little more speed and steering control. The company uses the Bluetooth technology to connect the airplane to various iPhones and iPad mini.

Watch the video below to know how it works:

[youtube url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9bpp7zmM_A”]

Users just have to tilt the smartphone left or right for the airplane movement. The device is made by a crash proof carbon fiber frame. This new device from the company charges through micro USB cable, and supports devices like, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s and iPad mini.

Check out the source for more information, and this product is now available for pre-order.

[PowerUp 3.0]

December 2, 2013
Amazon Launches Prime Air, Packages Delivered In 30 Minutes Through Drones

Amazon is one of the most visited shopping website, and the company has just revealed a next generation delivery system. Amazon’s next generation delivery system is named as Prime Air, which includes shipping of parcels with the help of drones.

The company says this is something they have been working upon in the next generation Research and Development lab. This new technology will include Drones that can easily take parcels upto five pounds, and has a range of approximately 16 kilometers.

However, the company claims that this can take a while, before people can see the drones flying around for delivering parcels. Amazon says that this might happen sometime in the year 2015, as they believe to be ready by that time.

Amazon says that before Prime Air is successfully launched they will take care of all necessary security and privacy measures. As the company says The FAA is actively working on rules and an approach for unmanned aerial vehicles that will prioritize public safety.

While, this sure is the next step in technology, but it might take years to be a part of India. What do you think ? To know more check out the source and watch the video below:

[youtube url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98BIu9dpwHU”]

[Amazon]

December 2, 2013
iGyaan is Hiring : Work With Us

iGyaan is a growing community, and at the very end we hold nothing but your love responsible for it. Today at the very end of 3.5 years of existence iGyaan is one of India’s largest community and we continue to grow. We have few positions open for our expansion plans so if you think you fit the bill below hit us a hello.

Note: Full Time positions will require Graduation as a minimum requirement in respective cities, with their results already out. Minimum age for application is 18. Do not apply if you do not fit the criteria for requirement.

Positions Open

1. Copy Editor: Full Time : New Delhi :

This individual will be responsible for churning out editorials, ensuring that content from every other writer is going out in quality as per iGyaan Guidelines. Ensuring the right news is getting covered and everyone is delivering their quota. Applicants with previous work experience will be preferred. Command over english, and previous writing experience is a must. Should be able to churn out 2000-3000 words daily apart from proofing. Areas of writing : Technology : Research : Automobiles : Development : Industry.

2. Features Writer: Full Time Internship : New Delhi : Mumbai : Pune :

If you are based in any of the cites mentioned, and have English as a main subject in your degree, you can apply. Previous work experience will be preferred, and a devious interest in technology along with out of the box thinking will do wonders for your position. Ability to type minimum 2000-3000 words daily along with basic photography skills. Areas of writing : Technology : Automobiles.

3. Features Writer: Part Time Internship: India : Sydney : New York : London :

If you are based in India, or any of the international cities listed you can apply for this position. This position will cover news from around the world, and events at respective cities. Submissions will be daily, and the applicant must have the ability to type minimum 2000-3000 words daily. Areas of writing : Technology : Automobiles.

4. Marketing, Social and PR : New Delhi : Full Time.

This position is in New Delhi only, Applicant must have experience in this domain and should have excellent command over english. Graduates only, with English or Marketing backgrounds. Handling Social Accounts, clients and PR activities will be a part of the job descriptor.

5. Video Camera : New Delhi : Full Time Internship

No, not the traditional camera types, we do new age work at iGyaan and would love some young video lovers and camera handlers to get on board. If you can handle a DSLR for video, you will love working with the gear we have. Hit us up if you are open for a full time internship in New Delhi. You will love working in our environment.

6. Video Editing :New Delhi : Full Time Internship

If you breathe words like Final Cut, Premiere Pro and Sony Vegas, if snapping, aligning and grading are in your daily lingo. iGyaan is the place to be. We are looking for fresh minds, with a need of learning and a desire to do more.If you can chop and skew videos like eating breakfast hit us up.

How to Apply.

Drop in An Email to [email protected] with subject as : Apply – “Job tittle”. Replace “job title” with the post you are applying for. Include a cover letter, CV and previous writing experience where applicable. Also include your certifications and credentials along with a Photo ID. If we like your email we will get back to you. If you don’t hear from us, you probably don’t suit our requirements and may apply at a later stage.

Best of Luck!

December 2, 2013
Official FIFA iOS And Android Apps Launch

Football’s international governing body FIFA has released a free app for iOS and Android that lets you follow your favorite teams and keep up to date with FIFA news and events.

Users can also access match schedules, scores, destination guides and team profiles, as well as personalise their World Match Centre with national teams, competitions, and clubs.

“Download the most comprehensive football app on the planet and unlock the world of football,” says FIFA. “Hundreds of competitions, thousands of goals and over a million minutes of football every single week.”

In addition, football fans can see video from the FIFA TV Studio and FIFA archive. The free app is compatible with iPhones using iOS 5.1 or higher, the iPad, and Android smartphones and tablets using version 2.3 and up.

November 30, 2013
CyanogenMod Installer Application Removed from Play Store

CyanogenMod is an alternative OS for your smartphone, it helps you to modify the phone content according to your needs. The company took an initiative to spread the application worldwide with its availability on the Play Store. Unfortunately, the CyanogenMod installer application has now been removed from the Play Store.

The CyanogenMod team was contacted by the Google Play Support team to say that the CyanogenMod Installer application is in violation of Google Play’s developer terms. Google advised CyanogenMod to voluntarily remove the application, or they would be forced to remove it administratively.

However, CyanogenMod says that this app has not violated any of Google Play’s developer terms. As the company says the only work of this app is to guide users to enable “ADB”, a built in development and debugging tool, and then navigate the user to the desktop installer.

The company says that Android is open enough to allow installing from unknown sources, this application is available on the companies website and can be installed. CyanogenMod has also submitted applications to Amazon and Samsung app-stores.

November 29, 2013
‘Ok Google’: Voice Search On Google Chrome For Desktop
Sometime back, Google launched voice support for its browser allowing users to push the microphone icon for voice search. This new way to search was helpful, but as Google is always keen on updates, the company has added a hotword for completely hands-free search.
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How to get started
1) Download the extension.
2) Click “agree” to give your permission to use your microphone. 
3) Visit Google.com on Chrome and give it a try.  Just say “Ok Google” and then ask your question.
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Google has released a free plug in on its browser, which will set a search hotword ‘Ok Google’ which will allow hands-free search on the web. Users simply have to download the plugin and it is ready to use. The extension is ready to download through the Chrome web store, or you can simply click the source below.

It’s not a major update, but atleast Google is trying to innovate and make the user experience better rather than taking out campaigns to blame rivals, if you know what we mean.

[youtube url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNBBijn4JuY”]

[Chrome Store]
November 27, 2013
Live : Launch of the Gionee E7 on iGyaan

Gionee will launch their next Flagship Phone in a couple of hours, the ELIFE E7. Get the live video feed below, and stay tuned for our Hands on video.

Event should begin at 4:30 PM IST.

November 26, 2013
Jaguar and Intel to Work on Next Generation Vehicle Technology

Jaguar and Intel have collaborated to improve its research and product development on future vehicle infotainment technologies. Both companies will start this with the opening of a new Technology R&D center in Portland, Oregon.

Elliot Garbus, vice-president and general manager, Automotive Solutions Division, Intel Corporation, said: “Consumers expect their in-vehicle experiences to be an integrated part of their digitally connected lifestyle; this requires enhanced levels of connectivity and intelligence in the car. As part of our work with Jaguar Land Rover, we are exploring innovative ways to inform, entertain and assist drivers and passengers in a safe way; speeding development of unique experiences from the car to the cloud. Our goal is to accelerate opportunities for new types of in-vehicle services and applications in the Internet of Things.”

The new Open Software Technology Center in Portland, which is scheduled to open in 2014, will include the Jaguar team based at the company’s product creation facility in Gaydon, UK. It will further include a team of 30 infotainment specialists, including 16 highly experienced software engineers.

November 25, 2013
Apple Confirms Buyout For PrimeSense, Get Ready For Motion Controlled Future

Apple has confirmed its acquisition of the Microsoft’s Kinect maker, Prime Sense. Last week, an Israeli news source Calcalist confirmed that Apple has acquired PrimeSense for $345 Million.

Now in an official statement to All Things D, an Apple spokesperson said: “Apple buys smaller technology companies from time to time, and we generally do not discuss our purpose or plans”. The deal is said to have been completed on Sunday and the total cost involved was around $360 million.

Apple’s intentions behind this acquisition is not clear, but one can sense a motion controlled future ahead. Apple is also believed to use this technology for its rumored iTV. Like many other Apple rumors, only time will tell what Apple will do with this tech.

[via]

November 25, 2013