Showing posts with label Tutorials. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tutorials. Show all posts

Thursday, 16 May 2013

6 Facts You Need to Know About Blackberry 10

Blackberry 10 is out in the market now after the modification of years. Users get secure platform by using Blackberry 10, as it proffers immediate operating system. Before going to buy Blackberry 10 you have to know some important facts about it. These facts include its handset, BBM, apps, features and many more.

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Facts You Need to Know About Blackberry 10

1. Handset

Blackberry handset is the mixture of different qualities. Dial pad, contact list and calls are the main tabs that are vital in any phone. While you receive calls by using Blackberry 10 phone, you will get it best. The contact list has similarity along with contact application. Hence, while you click on dial pad you can hear different tones on pressing every key. Contact app allows you different options while you are going to make any call such as call audio and call forwarding. Blackberry 10 lets you call waiting, call summary, voice mail, call blocking, Bluetooth, as well.

2. Blackberry Messenger

BBM is becoming the main marketing median while you make use of Blackberry 10. You may experience something new while you use BBM at Blackberry 10. It is refurnished in manageable way. It possesses main features include e-mail, voice call, emotions, music and video player, picture messages and video messages. Excluding these main features it also includes video chatting that makes you feel more pleasure. You can make video chatting with your friends and families by using this valuable application.

3. Addition of Navigation Features

Blackberry 10 is planned with different navigation tools those include Blackberry Peek, BlackBerry Flow and Blackberry Hub. With the use of Blackberry Peek you are capable of peek other application while you are using any other application. You can use eight apps at the same time with the use of BlackBerry Flow.Users get notification of their e-mails, new text messages and social medial alerts via Blackberry Hub.

4. More than 70,000 Apps

Now blackberry 10 offers more than 70,000 apps like other Android handsets. It announced lots of apps such as Angry Birds, ESPN Score Centre, Kindle Fire, Skype, Cut the Rope, radio, Twitter, Flixter and many other apps just like that. You can download these apps very easily from your handset by using Blackberry shop. You can download anything from here as it contains every type of app include music, theme, entertainment and many more.

5. Separate vocational and personal apps

Now, blackberry offers unique app through which you can separate your business and personal apps. While you use this app your personal data don’t mixed with your official data. Asa result, if you or any of your co-workers will leave that company then all of the information of that person will automatically removed from the data.

6. Unique Keyboard

You can experience a unique design of keyboard that having unique features. Users can flick the words directly to the screen by using this awesome keyboard. 

Why Small Business Should Have a Website


IN the past few years, internet and online interaction has taken a few great strides and business trends are constantly changing and becoming more and more online oriented. The number of people using internet as a source of information are on the rise and this number is not set to slow down in the next few years. IN such a scenario, those who still think on the conventional lines for their business and feel no need to have a website for the small business that they own, they are committing a huge mistake.


Websites have grown in importance and this doesn’t just go for huge corporations but small businesses as well. Taking the website development and maintenance cost as a huge and profitable investment is the way to go and there are a number of great benefits which you can reap by just having a website which informs the customers about your product, engage them in information which is helpful and interesting and attract potential customers towards your product or service. Mentioned below, are some of the great reasons which will definitely convince you about the importance of a website for your small business.

Why should a Small Business have a website?

Increase in Visibility 

The amount of people resorting to the use the online way to look for services is phenomenal and you not having a website, mean people cannot find your product or service even if they want to when they type your name in the search engines. This is one of the biggest advantages of having a website and with this you are able to gain maximum visibility possible. You can use a number of mediums like social media to direct your target market towards your site and also help in increasing the awareness about your product. From not existing at all your business can be something which who people know about and this ultimately leads to a wider customer base.

Cost Effective Marketing

Once your website is up and running, you can be sure that now you will be able to market your product better as you are the one who is calling the shots and it totally depends on you as to what you want to highlight about your product. Also, SEO which is search engine optimization will help you in getting the right people or target market to approach you with the help of keywords which you use. This way, marketing costs will be saved and you won’t have to invest in conventional ways of promoting your product in the market.

Promotes Credibility

Credibility is important for every business and there are many people who wouldn’t even look at your product if they feel you don’t have a good website, or worse, no website at all. Few of these things have to be kept in mind. Also, if you have been into the business scenario for sometime then you would probably know that credibility is not just about customers but it also covers other businesses as well. Having a website also appeals to other businesses and owners who you would want to work with and they are definitely going to take you more seriously when they know that you have a good website in place. This is because a website is a clear indication to many that you are doing well in your business and this is considered attractive for businessmen and customers alike.

Helps you Grow

A website makes it easier for people to share information about it and it is a fact that the highest numbers get convinced by something because someone they know suggested it to them and this is how the network grows. By having a website, you give a marketing tool in the hands of your own customers so that they can share what you have to offer and engage in some healthy word of mouth marketing for your product or service. They simply have to post the limk of your website on any of their social media pages and you instantly have gained access to a wider market.

Learn More about Your Customers

Last but not the least; a website helps you in predicting as to what your clients want and how they want their job to be done. Having a website in place is one of the best ways to know how the minds of your consumer function by taking into consideration the consumer behaviour. As more and more people come to know about your website, you can use the website statistics to keep a tab on their needs wants and what works for them the most. This way you will be able to reap the maximum out of a website.

Theseare just a few of the reasons why a website is a must for your website and there are many others which will come up when you actually start gaining profits due to one. Having a website is priceless for your business and it must be set up for better results in whatever you choose to do. 

3 Simple Tips to Follow Before Domain Registration

Think about it this way, everyone is addressing you by many pronouns and adjectives, eventually some end up confused that whom are they talking about? And suddenly a noun is muttered, your name.... and the clouds of confusion diffuse. Similar is the case with your domain name. Value your domain name registration and treat it like the naming ceremony for your business’s first baby. This should be the very first step to create a perfect identity for your company/business/personal use etc. 

Scientifically, domains are integral elements of magnet but for an internet based business these domains themselves work as magnets, when chosen wisely, attracts customers directly. A creative, influential and relevant domain name can create wonders for your business.

Tips to Follow Before Domain Registration

How To Name?

Listening only to the creative part of your mind does not prove smart enough while selecting a name for your online based business. You need to open your mind and look for all possible words & phrases. Should be short, meaningful, compelling and relevant i.e. should relate to your type of business. If you are a writer then the domain should be in your name, if already exists try your name with some funky variation and BINGO! Generic names brand themselves very easily for instance onlinecounseling.net and find.org These domains explain their own services, it sounds relevant and drives traffic very conveniently. Keeping keywords on your priority list will ease up the process.

But, it does not mean that you can’t think out of the box. Go wild and shake every corner of your brain to get the best and spell binding name for your web. What if someone else has thought about the same name you have.... no worries, always keep some options and then go on a searching spree on some reliable free domain search websites and then finalize your domain name. 

Where To Look For Name?

Recently, I was wandering on internet to find a domain name if it existed in the web world and I came across an awesome service called ineedname.com The question arises is why I found it awesome is  it makes the search process easy and very friendly and totally free. All you need to do is just add ineedname.com in your G-talk account, write down your desired domain and Viola! It will show you if the domain exists. And the best thing is, if your desired domain does not exist, for example, you want to ownwww.taskbin.com , and it's not available, it will show you another option likewww.taskb.in so that you get your desired name with further more options.

How to Own Name?

Registration is the most common and important term in every possible aspect of any business. You are not a recognized entity until you go through this process, so better be cautious and trust reliable & cost effective web hosting sources only.

Various web hosting sites provide many options and many ways to own a domain name like, shared web hosting, where a single server is capable of hosting more than one site. Dedicated web hosting, its required if your website is big and needs to be safe, reliable and fast, and Re seller web hosting, its an easy way to start an income and to generate sufficient revenue to expand one's business.. Choose what best suits your requirements and go ahead with your business plan.

It is always the best option to register your domain with a two year validity, this shows your seriousness regarding your business plan. DOT-COM is the most popular and most searched among all. Try for it first but don’t feel low if you can’t get it with your desired name selections. There are endless options served on your online platter, and everyone is invited in the virtual world. So go ahead, think something exceptional, search it, get it registered and bask in the glory of recognition.


Saturday, 11 May 2013

Viber Desktop For Windows And Mac

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Recently we posted a 10 WhatsApp Alternatives For Your Smartphone post which featured Viber at the top of the list. The great thing about these messaging apps is that they rely on Internet connection instead of your carrier service, so calls can be made for free and across all supported platforms. Viber now has taken it a step further by extending the service to desktop. And it is still free.
Viber Desktop is a new update to the Viber app, which allows you to now make video or voice calls across multiple platforms. We’ve given the new app update a run to see what Viber has in store and you may be surprised with some of the new features introduced. Note that to be able to enjoy the new features 
Viber Desktop has to offer, users need to update their Viber smartphone app to version 3.0.
Download or update your app via the following links.

Sync To Desktop App

To start, first download and install Viber onto your computer. Run Viber. Viber will ask if you have installed the Viber app for smartphone (Android | iOS) on your phone.
If you have, you can sync your contacts and chat history to the desktop version. Click ‘Yes’ when prompted. Punch in your mobile phone number. To change your country code, just click on the ‘Flag’ icon.
enter mobile number
After entering your mobile number, Viber will send a 4-digit verification code to your mobile device to verify that you own the number. Enter the code to verfiy this.
enter verfication code
Viber will then load, and all your Viber contacts will sync up in the desktop version of Viber.
contact list

Making A Video Call On Viber Desktop

On the ‘Contact’ tab, by clicking on a contact you’ll be able to view your chat history with them.You can call them or have a video call by just clicking on ‘Call’ or ‘Video’.
click on contact
Note that for Video call, it is currently still in beta, and you’ll need a webcam to use it.
When you use it for the first time, the video feed needs to be turned on. To show your video feed to your friend, just click the video icon (second from left) inside your window.
calling contact
If you are making the call from desktop to a smartphone you will not have a video feed. It will just be a regular call.

Transfer Calls Between Devices

One fun thing you can have with this Viber update is you can seamlessly transfer calls between one device and another. This means if you are entertaining a video call on your desktop, you can transfer it to your smartphone without hanging up and making another call.
To do this, in the middle of the call, tap on the ‘Transfer call’ button to the right of the red ‘hang up’ icon (see below).
The device the call is transferred to will start ringing and you can pick up the call from there.

Send Location

Another handy feature you can use on Viber is the ability to send your location. To do this, just send a ‘Location Message’. The receiver can then open up the link which shows your location in Google Maps.

Limitations

We’ve also found a few limitations.
1. So far, the app does not support multiple conference. When you are in the middle of a call, you cannot receive another call. The caller will see you as ‘Busy’ and you will receive a ’1 Missed Call’ notification from the caller.
2. While you can have video call on the desktop app, you cannot however, add contacts via the desktop app. Contacts can be added via the smartphone app and then synced over to the desktop app, hence this isn’t a big problem.
3. If you fancy using stickers or emoticons in your text messages, then you might want to go back to your regular messaging app rather than try this one one out.

Wednesday, 24 April 2013

Install Multiple IE Of Different Version On Windows, Linux And Mac

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One of the biggest obstacles for web designers/developers (or at least for me) is to cater our interface for those who are still using Internet Explorer 6 and below. Whether we like it or not, there’s still a big crowd out there hanging on IE6 or worst, IE 5.5 and IE 5.
To develop and test on these outdated browsers, it’s tedious. Here’s how you can install different versions of Internet Explorer (let it be IE3, IE4, IE5, IE5.5, E6 or IE7) on Windows, Mac and Windows.

IE3, IE4, IE5, IE5.5, IE6 On Windows – MultipleIEs

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MultipleIEs allows you to install all different version of IEs, except IE7 on Windows. Everything works with a little bit of drawbacks:
  • Developer tool bar from Microsoft WILL NOT work in IE6.
  • Sometimes IE5, IE5.5 and IE6 crash unexpectedly.
  • Multiple IE doesn’t work on Windows Vista.

IE7 (Standalone Version) On Windows

MultipleIEs did not come with IE7, to add IE7, download Internet Explorer standalone Installer.

IE5, IE5.5, IE6 On Mac – Ies4osx

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The better alternative to install Internet Explorer on Mac is to use Parallel, VMWare, or any other application that allows you to install Windows on Mac. However if you are not ready to pay just to get IE running on your Mac, try ies4osx. It’s supports running IE5, IE5.5, IE6 on Mac.

IE5, IE5.5, IE6 On Linux

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Folks at simplehelp has a step to step guide on installing different version of IE on Ubuntu Linux using IEs4Linux. Click here to read more.

Screen Capture Shortcuts For Windows And MacOSX – Complete Guide

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Providing printscreens or screen captures is probably one of the easiest way to discuss, understand and deliver any information over the Internet. Major operating systems like Windows and MacOSX comes with default keyboard shortcuts to perform screen capturing, but are you using them to the fullest?
Looking for more keyboard shortcuts? Here’s some you might be interested
Full content after jump.

Windows Printscreen Keyboard Shortcuts

By default, there isnt too much option in doing screen capture but enough to get the basic jobdone. Here are the keyboard shortcuts to do screen capture (printscreen) in Windows.
  • PrtScn – The Print Screen button will save the entire screen in clipboard. You will then need to further edit it in some image editing programs or Microsoft Words.
  • Alt + PrnScn – By holding Alt key while pressing PrtScn button, it captures only the active window. That means the window screen currently in view.

Vista

Together with Windows Vista, an utility call Snipping Tool was introduced. It gives much more flexibility for screen capturing. Learn how to use Sniping Tool.

Mac Printscreen Keyboard Shortcuts

Mac OSX covers more different ways to do screen capturing. It allows you to print screen active/non-active windows, full screen and selective area.
The following screen capture shortcuts print and output images on desktop in the format of .PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
  • Command + Shift + 3 – Prints the entire screen, everything inside your monitor screen.
  • Command + Shift + 4 – Prints the screen according to user selection. By using the following shortcut, your cursor will turned into a cross-hair and allows you to select the area you want to capture.
  • Command + Shift + 4 then Space – By holding down Command + Shift + 4, your cursor will turn to cross-hair. Then hit the space bar once it will turned to a camera icon. This allows you to capture any opened windows, regardless of active or hiding behind.
If you want your screen capture to be kept in clipboard so you can paste them in image editing tools (eg. Photoshop) instead of output as .PNG, just include Control while using the shortcut.
  • Control + Command + Shift + 3 – Captures entire screen, hold image in clipboard.
  • Control + Command + Shift + 4 – Captures screen according to user selection, hold image in clipboard.

Changing Output File Format

By default, Mac outputs screen captures in .PNG (Portable Network Graphics) format if you did not include ‘Control’. If you prefer JPG, GIF, TIFF over the default .PNG, here’ how you can it manually.Launch Mac’s Terminal and insert these 2 commands.
  1. defaults write com.apple.screencapture type jpg  
  2. killall SystemUIServer  
The above commands change your output to .JPG. Simply change that to any format you want. Remember to include the second command killall SystemUIServer that basically does the restarting to make sure your changes will work.

Display Google Feed Subscriber Count In Text

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However, if you’ve recently migrated your feed from Feedburner to Google Feed, you’ll noticed those codes will no longer work. Here’s the workarounds, for those who wanted to display Google Feed subscriber count in text for better styling.

Previous Code For Feedburner…

This code will only work if you intend to display Feedburner feed count in text, but for those who are already on Google Feed, some changes are required.


  1. //get cool feedburner count  
  2. $whaturl="http://api.feedburner.com/awareness/1.0/GetFeedData?uri=feedburner-id";  
  3.   
  4. //Initialize the Curl session  
  5. $ch = curl_init();  
  6.   
  7. //Set curl to return the data instead of printing it to the browser.  
  8. curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, 1);  
  9.   
  10. //Set the URL  
  11. curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_URL, $whaturl);  
  12.   
  13. //Execute the fetch  
  14. $data = curl_exec($ch);  
  15.   
  16. //Close the connection  
  17. curl_close($ch);  
  18. $xml = new SimpleXMLElement($data);  
  19. $fb = $xml->feed->entry['circulation'];  
  20. //end get cool feedburner count  

The Solution

Replace line:2 from:
  1. //get cool feedburner count  
  2. $whaturl="http://api.feedburner.com/awareness/1.0/GetFeedData?uri=feedburner-id";  
to the following:
  1. //get cool feedburner count  
  2. $whaturl="https://feedburner.google.com/api/awareness/1.0/GetFeedData?uri=feedburner-id";  

The Complete Code

Here’s the complete set of code to display Google Feed subscriber count in text. Remember to replace feedburner-id (line:2) with your real feed ID.
  1. //get cool feedburner count  
  2. $whaturl="https://feedburner.google.com/api/awareness/1.0/GetFeedData?uri=feedburner-id";  
  3.   
  4. //Initialize the Curl session  
  5. $ch = curl_init();  
  6.   
  7. //Set curl to return the data instead of printing it to the browser.  
  8. curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, 1);  
  9.   
  10. //Set the URL  
  11. curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_URL, $whaturl);  
  12.   
  13. //Execute the fetch  
  14. $data = curl_exec($ch);  
  15.   
  16. //Close the connection  
  17. curl_close($ch);  
  18. $xml = new SimpleXMLElement($data);  
  19. $fb = $xml->feed->entry['circulation'];  
  20. //end get cool feedburner count  

Troubleshoots

Here are some of the possibilities if the above code don’t work for you:
  • Double check if you’ve correctly replacedhttp://api.feedburner.com/awareness/1.0/GetFeedData?uri=feedburner-id withhttps://feedburner.google.com/api/awareness/1.0/GetFeedData?uri=feedburner-id
  • Did you replaced feedburner-id with your actual Feed ID?
  • SimpleXMLElements requires PHP5. If nothing shows up, chances are your web host is still on PHP4. You should contact them about the upgrade.