Thursday, 31 October 2013

Elon Musks Hyperloop becoming a reality, gets crowdsource

Elon Musks Hyperloop becoming a reality, gets crowdsource
Back in August, Elon Musk, SpaceX founder and Tesla motors CEO unveiled a concept that would change the future of transportation, the Hyperloop as he calls it. It would take people, say from Los Angeles to San Francisco within 30 minutes at a speed of 800 miles per hour. Insane right? but that dream is about to come to light as Crowd-sourcing and crowd-funding website Jumpstartfund has selected the Hyperloop concept.

Google announces Nexus 5, goes on sale on November 1

Nexus 5
At long last after much leaked images online, Google has finally let the Nexus 5 out of the bag; the first phone come with the latest Google operating system, Android 4.4 KitKat.

Ford Focus 2013 is the now world best-selling car

Ford Focus 2013 is the now world best-selling car
Anything that comes from , Ford CEO, is simply the best.

is now world bestselling car, according to data published by vehicle information specialist Polk, based on last year sales, after it shifted more than 589,709 units in the first half of  last year. Focus success has something to do with the huge sales in China last year, it sold more than 200,000 cars. it beat the Toyota Corolla to claim the top spot.

Wednesday, 30 October 2013

Google Glass illegal while driving or is this cop wrong?

Google Glass illegal while driving or is this cop wrong?
I think she deserves it. Driving while wearing Google Glass on could cause much damage don't you think? first, you are distracted by watching video or surfing the web with Glass(In my own opinion).

Cecilia Abadie was ticked for driving while wearing Google Glass and at the same time, for speeding in California on Tuesday night. But it turns out the Google Glass issue raised more concerns.

Dell: customers should send back their laptop that smell of ''cat pee''

Dell: customers should send back their laptop that smell of ''cat pee''
In June, on Dell's hardware support forum, some customers made complaint that their new Dell Latitude 6430u Ultrabook was smelling so bad---a customer described it as ''cat pee''. But they were told to clean up their air vents with compressed air, but the device still smells, as at the time they made complaints.

Lenovo appoints celebrity pitchman Ashton Kutcher as Product Engineer

Lenovo appoint celebrity pitchman Ashton Kutcher as Product Engineer
He is hot, sexy and handsome, but can he handle the task being given to him? we will find out soon. However, the ladies working at Lenovo should be happy by now(just kidding).

Sunday, 27 October 2013

Can someone tell me why developers choose Android?

why developers choose Android
I know with Android you can developed apps so easily and, it is not that expensive as iOS. Please any other reason behind this? don't just sit on the sofa reading the words alone, say something or invite your friends who have greater knowledge on this topic, thank you so much!

Saturday, 26 October 2013

Samsung has registered a design patent for eyewear that connects to a smartphone, somewhat similar to Google Glass

Samsung has registered a design patent for eyewear that connects to a smartphone, somewhat similar to Google Glass
These tech giants, they never cease to amaze us.

The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday that Samsung is planing to manufacture an eyewear. The device,  ''sport glass'' as Samsung calls it, could look and work very much like Google set of computer Glasses.

Buyers returning Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch

Buyers returning Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch
It's not how far, but how when. Samsung quickly released the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, ahead of Apple, Google, Microsoft and LG(they are also working on a smartwatch). But after the device hit stores, buyers no longer find the device useful as expected. You know what? they are taking it back. They are not fully satisfied with the device.

Friday, 25 October 2013

Why I prefer the iPad Mini to iPad air

Seriously when I first heard that Apple will debut its two new iPad on October 22, I quickly visualized what the new iPad(now Air) would bring. I thoughts the device would be a laptop-like with Fingerprint sensor, But I was wrong. Instead, Apple resigned a device we already had.


Now tell me, what's the difference between the iPad air and Mini? nothing. except the iPad air has a bigger screen than the Mini--the air has a 9.7-inch display, while the Mini has a 7.9-inch display. The two new tablet computers both come with same processors. Talking about processors, the 64-bt A7 processor found in the air, the iPad Mini uses the same processors. Which means both devices offer similar performance.

Another advantage the Mini has on the iPad air is its portability. Am a guy that likes all things small. With the Mini, I can take it along with me everywhere I go. Who says games and videos doesn't look better on the Mini? take your time. Take for instance, the Galaxy S4. It is a 5-inch smartphone and I enjoy playing games or even watching videos, let alone a 7.9-inch iPad Mini.

The only advantage the iPad air has on the Mini is just the release date. The iPad air will be available starting November 1, whereas the Mini is yet to be revealed. Besides, I heard space Gray iPad Mini showing up in Apple stores.

Now I put the question to you, which iPad should you get?

South Africa company to manufacture smartphones for Africans

South Africa company to manufacture smartphones for Africans
Africans may soon have cause to smile as South Africa company Seemahale plans to manufacture phones, much like Samsung Galaxy S4, that will meet the needs of Africans.

Wednesday, 23 October 2013

BBM app for Android and iOS hit 10 million downloads

BBM app for Android and iOS hit 10 million downloads
It is believe to be the best single-day openings for a mobile app ever.

for Android device running Ice Cream Sandwich and Jelly Bean and iOS devices running version 6 and 7 was released yesterday.And news coming from the Canadian smartphone maker suggests that the app has been downloaded 10 million times, barely 24 hours after release.

UK Prime Minister and others condemned Facebook lifted ban on graphic contents

UK Prime Minister and others condemn Facebook lifted ban on graphic contents
''Users should be free to watch and condemn such videos'', Facebook is that all you have to say on this matter? truth be told here, graphic videos of people decapitated could have psychological effects in the lives of a person and, during my research I learnt that people struggle for years to get over it, that if they get over it.

Tuesday, 22 October 2013

Apple unveils iPad air and iPad Mini

Apple unveils iPad air and iPad Mini
Apple finally made the biggest announcement of the year at Yerba Buena center for the arts, San Francisco on Tuesday. The Cupertino, Calif based firm unveiled the much anticipated iPad air and iPad Mini.

Nokia launches Phablet and Tablet

Nokia launches Phablet and Tablet
After months of , Nokia finally unveiled six new devices, alongside the company first tablet  computer and smartphone at the Nokia World event in Abu Dhabi, U.AE.

And just as we predicted yesterday, the Lumia 2520 is a 10-inh tablet  and it runs on Windows RT, while the Lumia 1520 is a 6-inch smartphone and possesses all specs we mentioned yesterday.

Facebook new tool will let Publishers increase traffic to their websites

Facebook new tool will let Publishers increase traffic to their websies
I don't care if Facebook aim at competing with Twitter, but what I do care about are the benefits we publishers stand to get by using Facebook new tool.

Monday, 21 October 2013

BlackBerry released BBM app for Android and iOS worldwide

Am super excited!

Last month, BlackBerry by not releasing the BBM  app for Android and iOS due to issues after it was rolled a few minutes ago, at the time. But today, BlackBerry announced in a blog post that BBM app for Android and iOS has been released, but only for the first people(about six million) that signed up to receive the update. BlackBerry decided to follow this procedure for a

Nokia sold 8 million Lumias between July and September

Nokia sold 8 million Lumias between July and September
Well, I believe things are getting better for Nokia.

The Wall Street Journal reported , citing those familiar with the matter, that Nokia successfully sold 8 million Lumia range of smartphones between July and September this year.

Apple and Nokia to launch new products same day, here's what we know

Apple and Nokia to launch new products same day, here's what we know
It's Nokia vs Apple

Tomorrow Apple and Nokia will debut their latest technology products. Apple will launch the Fifth generation and Second generation iPad and Mini, while Nokia on the other hand, will unveil six new devices, including a 6-inch smartphone and a 10.1-inch Windows RT tablet(the company first tablet).

Sunday, 20 October 2013

Top tech stories of the week

United Airline
Yeah I know for sure you were so busy and couldn't keep up with some of the  tech news latesttoptechnews dump to the world during the week. But don't worry, we are here to give the top tech stories of the week.

On Monday we reported that a loophole on one of America Largest Airline, United Airline lets customers to buy plane ticket on the cheap. A round-trip ticket from Newark, N.J.,to Dublin was sold for $49.40. Read the full story

Apple is now world most valuable company, now valued at $98.3 billion

For 13 years Coca-Cola has held the position of the most valuable brand in the world, but, until recently, a tech company took that name for the first time. The company is...Apple Inc.
For 13 years Coca-Cola has held the position of the most valuable brand in the world, but, until recently, a tech company took that name for the first time. The company is...Apple Inc.

This report was compiled by Interbrands, a company known for announcing the world best brands since 2001, from a list of 100 biggest world brands.

Saturday, 19 October 2013

Microsoft pulls Windows 8.1 temporary from its Windows Store

Two days after the released of Windows 8.1, Microsoft temporary pulls the new update from the Windows Store early this morning, due to missing information, But Microsoft quickly took to its website to explain the reason why it pulled the update from the Windows Store. Read Microsoft response message below.

Where to sell your iPad to get the most money

iPad Mini and iPad 5
Next week, on Tuesday to be precise, Apple will unveil the new iPad lineup. When that happens, many of use might thought of selling their now-old fashioned iPad to add to upgrade to the latest  iPads.

You decide to sell your iPad for a number of reasons best known to you,maybe because you felt you've held it for so long, or maybe you want something more thinner and lighter or, maybe just to show off(the non techie type). Whatever your reasons are, you definitely belong to one of these categories.

Friday, 18 October 2013

Microsoft officially released Windows 8.1 globally, how to prepare for Windows 8.1 upgrade

Microsoft released Windows 8.1
It is the news making rounds on the internet. Microsoft has officially released its new operating system for PCsand tablets, , just a year after it released the 8 version.

This year's update come with a host of changes which are, the ability to open more than 10 windows at once, display up to four apps side by side and the return of the Start button, should you decide to switch to the tile interface

Nexus 5 appears on Google PlayStore...but nowhere to be found(see price and specs)

Nexus 5 appears on Google playstore
Google never cease to surprise us. Showing off the Nexus 5 next to the Nexus 7 and 10...and then removed the device from the list on PlayStore, looks strange to me, though.

Thursday, 17 October 2013

Google will continue to support Chrome on Windows XP longer than Microsoft

Microsoft windows XP operating system
On April 8, 2014 Microsoft will officially stop supporting its popular Windows XP operating system on personal computers. But an outsider, Google, will continue to provide regular updates and security patches on its Chrome browser on the 12 year-old Microsoft windows XP operating system, until 2015.

Wednesday, 16 October 2013

Lenovo launches Windows tablet, the Mixx 2

Lenovo has announced the Mixx 2, an 8-inch tablet running the newest Microsoft mobile operating system, Windows 8.1 and Intel latest technology, Bail Tray-T Quad-core processor. The tablet will come pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013.Alhough  the tablet looks very small, but it can deliver high performance and even the battery last up to 7 hours.

Square let debit cardholders in the US send money via email

Square has release a new way to send money and it is as simple as sending email.

Square launched Squarecash which will allow debit cardholders in the United States send money to their love ones via email. Below is how it works.

Sony selling smartwatch 2 in the US

Sony smartwatch 2

Sony has started selling its hottest models in the US on Tuesday, the , the Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra. Customers can pick up their choice-models at Sony online store and through its physical stores.

The smartwatch 2 has a 1.6-inch screen and come with some pretty cool things. It is a water resistant watch, you can check your Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, Calender and text messages, and can last up to four days on a single charge. The smartwatch currently sells in the US for $199.99.

Xiaomi sells 1000000 MI-3 phones in 83 seconds and MiTV in one minute eighteen seconds

Xiaomi mi-3 phone
To you guys out there, the name Xiaomi doesn't ring a bell, but to Apple that name is a threat in China. The China telecom company announce on Tuesday that it sold 100,000 mi-3 phones and MiTv in 83 and 118 seconds.

Tuesday, 15 October 2013

Apple sent out invites, iPad event to hold at the Yerba Buena center for the art

Apple, Saying It Has More 'To Cover,' Will Host Special Event Oct. 22, iPads Expected
Like I reported a few days ago, Apple has sent out invites to its October 22 iPad event in San Francisco, which, just as I suggested will hold at the Yerba Buena center for the art. Apple will reveal its new family line of iPads, the fifth and the second generation iPad Mini, and update to its Maverisks OS for Mac and new Mac Pros.

Australian textbook rental company Zookal shows us the good impact of Drones

The name ''Drone'' comes with negatives, maybe because they are unmanned aircraft armed with missiles and bombs, which many see as ''fast instant'' killing machines. Have a sharp disagreement with an African man and mention drones, he will bid you goodbye. But if properly use, drones can be used to save lives and even speed up the process of shipping.

United Airline website loophole let customers buy plane ticket on the cheap

United Airline website loophole let customers buy plane ticket on the cheap
One of America major airline and world largest airline, in terms of fleet size and number of destination, United Airline sold plane ticket at a reduce rate due to a loophole on its website.

First reported to news site Mashable by an anonymous reader, the website allow customers to buy air ticket at the cheapest rate, a round trip ticket from Newark, N.J.,to Dublin cost just $49.40.

Monday, 14 October 2013

BlackBerry assures customers in an open letter

BlackBerry logo
If you think BlackBerry can't be alive, due to the Canadian firm , you better think twice. BlackBerry has a message for you, its investors, Founders and customers that it is not sinking yet, and we should continue to believe in them.

has sent one important message for its fans, partners and consumers, that will run on 30 popular media outlets in 9 countries of the world on Tuesday, that the company is still strong despite its struggling times . BlackBerry says it still has about $2.6 billion cash on hand and best in class productivity tools. Read the full 650 words letter below.

Facebook buys Israeli mobile analytic start Onavo,in a bid to bring billions of people online

Facebook buys Israeli mobile analytic start Onavo,in a bid to bring billions of people online
Those in developing nations should be smiling by now don't you think? since Facebook is going to make use of the start-up tools to help bring  

Sunday, 13 October 2013

Lagos state Governor Fashola at Microsoft headquarter, signing an agreement with the US-based firm

In pcitures: Lagos state Governor Fashiola at Microsoft headquarter, signing an agreement with the US-based firm

Reasons for the agreement:
The agreement is centered on four cardinal programs which are:  Implementation of a citizen relationship management platform leveraging on the existing call center infrastructure, provision of IT infrastructure to support Lagos state health insurance initiative, IT skill development and Affordable mobile devices and being a premier partner under the Microsoft4 Africa initiatives which is centered on entrepreneur support
Fashola also said that as part of the agreement, the State  has secured the commitment of Microsoft to help train 100 Microsoft certified applications support personnel who will not only support the Lagos State Government  but other states in Nigeria to  implement Microsoft application and the private sector for both Nigeria and the rest of Africa

Samsung to launch Galaxy S5 in January

Samsung Galaxy S4
Why the rush? is it because of weaker sales of the ? I don't buy this idea at all. When Samsung launched the ahead of Apple and others this year, the device didn't come great as we expected. It can't even match the . Now, Samsung is planning to launch the next Galaxy, the S5 in January. Truth be told here, I foresee more weaker sales.

Top tech stories of the week

It was an interesting week. So many revelations surfaced online, some of which got us all on our toes. Surprisingly enough, Google and Apple, most especially Apple, kept the internet buzzing with their revelations.

RoboRoach Lets Kids Turn Real Cockroaches Into iPhone-Controlled Cyborgs




 Robots are pretty cool, but have you ever wanted to create your own iPhone controlled cyborg? Backyard Brains is banking that a lot of kids are interested in cyborg technology and neuroscience (ethical dilemmas be damned), so after three years of R&D they’ve come up with the RoboRoach – a small electronic surgery kit
that lets you turn a real-life cockroach, into an iPhone-controlled cyborg for a few minutes.

Saturday, 12 October 2013

See the result of Google new terms of service update

Google new terms of service update
Google updated its new terms of service yesterday, which will allow your face to appear on ads. For example, say your friend wrote a review or +1 a post on a page on the social network, if that page decides to run an add, your face, alongside with what you've shared, will appear on the company's ads. Which many  believe is inversion of privacy. Many users are now opting out of the service, and even ''un+1'' their pages.

Today, I saw a significant drop on my Google+page following. Before, There are more than 200 followers(still a new page) but now, it's only 4. This is bad!

In pictures: take a look at Apple's proposed new office in Cupertno

What you see in the picture above is the model of the proposed Apple's new headquarter in Cupertino, and should be completed and ready for action in 2015. I raise my black hat for Apple!

The building takes the shape of a ring, Apple wants a walk-able building where its workers can freely communicate, and it will be built on the former site of the 175 acre HP campus. The building is Apple's pretentious masterpiece, fully able to house Apple 14000 workforce.

I love little fight like this

reddit funny and inspirational photos

Who will be the world's first trillionaire?

World richest men
The likely candidates are Bill Gates, Carlos Slim, Warren Buffett, Larry Ellison, Jeff Bezos, His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge, a member of the House of Saud, and Elon Musk.
What's the first thing you'd do if you became incredibly wealthy?

Jomilogu Tunde-Oladipo is Nigeria youngest Microsoft Certified Office Specialist in Office Word 2010

Nigeria youngest Microsoft certified specialist Jomilogu Tunde-Oladipo
Nowadays,  kids are no longer the ''only-play'' type. They have changed. They even do pretty cool things. Becoming a certified Office specialist, regardless of ones's age, is a BIG achievement. Now a young Nigerian has joined the likes of  Shafay Thobani, Arfa Karim and others, in the league of youngest Microsoft Office Professionals

Friday, 11 October 2013

Google New Terms of service update: Users faces will be used on ads

Google New Terms of service update: Users faces will be used on ads
Google and Facebook now have one thing in common--use faces of users on ads appearing on their respective social networks. Google recently made some changes to its terms of service. The new terms of service will go live on November 11, 2013. Here's what the new terms of service entails.

iPhone 5S users complain of experiencing blue screen of death on the phone, a bug found on the older Windows PCs

iPhone 5S users complain of experiencing blue screen of death on the phone
I haven't gotten the iPhone 5S yet, so I don't really know what is going on right now or fix it. But some iPhone 5S users are complaining that they are experiencing blue screen of death on the new phone, while using an app and also when trying to return to the home screen. This forces to the smartphone to restart. Anyone else having this same issue?

Thursday, 10 October 2013

How Google Plus can help you land that dream job, without you even applying

How Google Plus can help you land that dream job, without you even applying
Companies are now turning to social media platforms to get potential candidates suitable for employment. Many of us are not aware of this new tool used by employers. Now, some of us would ask, why would I spend more time on Google Plus? this article will provide some helpful tips on how you can use Google Plus to back up your CV when looking for employment.

Next-generation iPhone, the ''iPhone 6'' will sport a 4.8-inch screen

Next-generation iPhone, the ''iPhone6'' will sport a 4.8-inch screen
Apple doesn't want to be left behind in the race for smartphones with bigger screens next year. The Cupertino, Calif based company is reportedly working on a bigger iPhone model, unofficially called the ''iPhone 6'', according to claims made by one of Apple's respected analyst Peter Misek at Jefferies.

Pinterest first ads ''promoted pins'' is live

Pinterest first ads ''promoted pins'' is live
Online retailers, it is time to get on Pinterest. I love Pinterest, and I know for sure your answer is Yes! most of us would ask, does Pinterest need money? considering the worth of the company. My dear, no service is for free on the internet.

That being said, Pinterest announced last month that it would start showing advertisement on the social network ''promoted pins'' for the first time. Today, the company is rolling out that  option for online retailers to reach a wider audience in the form of ''promoted pins'', but only a limited number of advertisers for now.