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Useful and Cost-free Car Apps for iPhone Users

April 24, 2013 by DailyBits Leave a Comment

Apps for smartphones come and go and oftentimes, people are easily tempted to subscribe to many of them. Unknowingly, they end up spending so much on these applications that they’re not even using regularly.

The low price of these apps or the absence of it is what normally attracts people to buy them instantly without much thought. But when this buying habit happens frequently, the cost can get high.

Fortunately, there are very useful and free car apps ideal for iPhone users. They provide useful information and help people save money moving forward.

Free Apps

Gas Buddy – This is a free and crowd-sourced app that helps users locate gas stations in your area that offer the cheapest prices. The information used here is based on data submitted by users on a regular basis. The app does its job via the GPS when it gets information on the user’s zip code after which it shows a list of gas prices in the surrounding area. [Read more…] about Useful and Cost-free Car Apps for iPhone Users

Conduct Safe and Anonymous Browsing Through Mobile Phones

April 17, 2013 by DailyBits Leave a Comment

Browsing is the act of exploring the World Wide Web essentially through following links that users deem interesting. In browsing, there is a definitive purpose of obtaining information although the way of going about it is not clearly planned. Web browsing is a common task or activity done by computer users. Even mobility has not prevented many from performing the same task especially with the availability of anonymous browsing through mobile phones.

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Mobile Browsing

Mobile browsing is essentially what the term implies. It is browsing done through mobile devices such as a mobile phone. It became a natural extension of traditional browsing as people discovered they found it impossible not to stay connected even outside the usual work area. It would appear that the need to access and view documents knows no limitation in time and space.

Mobile browsers are specifically designed to facilitate Web content display on small screens. Wireless handheld devices are working under its natural limitation of lower memory capacity and low bandwidth. With the continuous innovation in technology, the mobile browsing experience is only expected to get better.

Anonymous Web Browsing

An online user who wishes to hide his or her IP address and other identifiable information from the website being visited can choose to browse anonymously. The most common way of doing this is through the use of proxies. Another is to send information through a net of routers.

Anonymous web browsing can sometimes result to slower page loading because of the need to reroute information. It is also highly possible that some page elements will not be able to load. Internet users usually resort to anonymous browsing if they don’t want their online sessions to be monitored. However, even if a certain degree of anonymity is achieved, the user’s IP address is still shared with the proxy server.

Safe and Anonymous Browsing Through Your Mobile Phone

As of this time, there are not so many available tools that can be used to achieve safe and anonymous browsing through a mobile phone. One is the use of Tor for android phones. Another is the use of a web-based proxy on any phone that can run on Opera mini. Still another option is to download content to a PC using a phone that can connect to it and then posting from there.

It is important that the user trusts the persons running the proxy and believe that they have the ability to keep the information secure. Users should consider getting more information about Virtual Private Network or VPN. For relevant reviews on VPN services, visiting www.bestvpn.com will prove very useful.

Cloud Backup for Mobile Devices

April 9, 2013 by DailyBits Leave a Comment

Cloud backup for mobile devices is getting to be a more attractive option for many users. Mobile devices are very convenient and portable because of their size but these same features can also make them more prone to loss, theft, and misplacement. That is why it makes good sense to backup contents of mobile devices.

Reasons to Backup Mobile Devices

Mobile devices have become the new lifeline of the human society in terms of staying in contact and doing business. Losing its contents permanently is more distressing than losing the device itself. One can always buy a new phone but not every lost information can be recovered.

The loss of list of contacts and other important information stored in mobile devices can be very disruptive to personal lives and business transactions. Many describe the feeling of being isolated, stressed, and virtually lost because of their dependence on these devices.

Having to go through the inconvenience of losing important data is not necessary, especially if it can be avoided. Different backup products and services are being offered in the market. Users just need to consider the best option for them.

Why Cloud Backup for Mobile Devices

Backing-up files contained in any mobile device should be done and there is no question about that. The only question that remains is how it is to be done. The traditional way is store data in USB drives which is not always reliable. Another way is to download software from mobile device makers to allow the backup. It is highly advised that downloading ,whether for free or for a fee, should be done from the manufacturer’s site. A third party developer is another option.

Cloud backup for mobile devices comes highly recommended. These mobile devices are literally extensions of people’s computers. It is therefore in the best interest of users to backup their contents with the best possible option.

With Cloud Backup, users can access their required data at any time and any device connected to the Internet. The data are all protected from unauthorized access through encryption. All data that has been transferred from a mobile device to a backup server are guarded for privacy.

Online cloud backup offers data storage that is safe and easily updated. It is however necessary to find a Cloud backup provider that is competent and able to provide expert services. Competitive pricing is also a major consideration. To know more about online backup providers, look into www.bestbackups.com.

Skateboard Video Games that Made a Mark

April 9, 2013 by DailyBits Leave a Comment

Skateboarding has such a huge fanbase around the world. The number of people engaged in this activity as of 2002 was pegged at 18.5 million. Majority or 85 percent of skateboarders are teenagers as well as males.

This popularity of skateboarding in many parts of the globe has led to the construction of skateparks and has inspired numerous video games since the 1980s. The best part about them is they can be played by both skateboard enthusiasts and those who are just fans but don’t play it.

Pro Skater

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater features professional skaters that players can choose from. The graphics used are of superior quality and the tricks are simply the best. In this game, street and ramp skating can be combined for a thrilling adventure. [Read more…] about Skateboard Video Games that Made a Mark

Is Modding Your Android ROM A Good Idea? It Can Be With The Right Precautions

April 8, 2013 by DailyBits Leave a Comment

One of the biggest frustrations among Google Android users is the inability to immediately upgrade their Android OS when a new version becomes available. Because the OS is fragmented among smartphone manufacturers an upgrade for one device does not necessarily guarantee an upgrade for another device.

In many cases a powerful smartphone could be looked over as its manufacturer moves onto new devices. In those cases it could be worth voiding your warranty to mod your smartphone.

Considerations For Modding A Smartphone

First, is your phone out of warranty? Most devices have a one year manufactures warranty, after that point it typically won’t matter what happens to your smartphone since repairs are not supported without costs associated.

It is also important to consider the devices specifications. As Google continues to build out a more powerful OS the power requirements to keep the system running increase. If you’re running a dual-core processor with an OS built for a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor with 4-cores you might experience system lag.

Finally, make sure you choose a reputable developer for your system mod. I personally use XDA-Developers forums to find widely accepted Google Android mods.

PREPARING YOUR SMARTPHONE FOR A GOOGLE ANDROID OS UPGRADE

There are a few things you need to do in order to prepare your smartphone for an unauthorized Google Android OS update.

First, you need to make sure your device is fully charged and plugged into a power outlet. You want to make sure the devices full upgrade occurs before power runs out.

Next, download Android USB drivers so you can connect your device to your computer. You will need to install the ROM upgrade directly from your computer.

Backup your device. Download files, contacts and other allowed information to your PC or MAC. In case of a system failure this will help ensure that you don’t lose your favorite photos and other important data. Typically your smartphone manufacturer will sell your smartphone device alongside an Android backup application.

Bio:

Frank Hendel is a mobile phone sales expert in the b2b sector. In his spare time he loves modding the ROMs on older Android devices, recently he worked to install ICS on HTC Wildfire handsets. You can read more about ROM upgrades at Geeksuper.com.

Driving Tips and Stats for Your Safety on the Road

March 16, 2013 by DailyBits Leave a Comment

Driving a car leisurely provides a feeling of freedom and relief to any individual. When the road is free from traffic and you’re looking forward to sightseeing or arriving at your destination, driving can be a nice experience.

Sadly, not all drivers maneuver their vehicles with utmost care the reason why road accidents occur. Each year, more than one million people worldwide get killed in car crashes. Statistics also show that road mishaps are the top cause of death of young people aged 15 to 29.

Car accidents take place often due to the carelessness of drivers. Common causes are using mobile gadgets, eating, reading, grooming, drowsiness or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

If you often travel to other countries and you’re planning to rent a car and drive it personally, it would be a good idea to learn about some important statistics. Life is precious and it’s just fitting that we value it by ensuring that we drive safely all the time to and from our destinations.

We share an infographic below about countries with fast roads that could be dangerous for drivers. It would be worth looking at it to give you a bird’s eye view on what to expect in your future destinations.