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Are you tired of turning your phone on and off every time you take it out of you pocket or pick it up from the table? Wouldn’t it be better if the phone automatically turned on whenever you picked it up? If that is what you want, then the app you need to download is called Gravity Screen Off, and it only asks you for three permissions. By using your phone’s sensors (position and proximity), this app can detect the movements you make when you put your phone in your pocket and automatically blocks them....

One of the best things about the Linux command line is your ability to put together scripts that make your life easier. At its most basic level, a shell script is a list of commands executed one after another, as if you typed them yourself at the command line. While shell (for example, Bash shell) programming can be just as complex as programming in other languages, it is easier to pick up a few basic tricks that you can use to make yourself more efficient....

Microsoft has released the Windows 8.1 Pro Preview. It’s available as an upgrade to all Windows 8 users and an ISO will be provided soon. In the meantime, users can make the choice if they want to take advantage of Microsoft’s beta test of the first Service Pack for Windows 8. Before the upgrade Windows encourages users to create recovery media before upgrading to Windows 8.1. This ensures that if something goes wrong, you have a way to restore your PC to Windows 8....

Privacy is a big concern with me. I think about all the information going through my phone on a daily basis and it freaks me out. For this reason, I like to lock certain apps over and above the normal Android security options. App Lock (Hi App Lock) allows you to lock Android apps and provide some added security for your phone. Locking Individual Android Apps A good example of an app to add additional security to would be your email or Facebook app....

In computer networking, a workgroup is a collection of computers on a local area network (LAN) that share common resources and responsibilities. The term is most commonly associated with Microsoft Windows workgroups but also applies to other environments. Windows workgroups can be found in homes, schools, and small businesses. However, while all three are similar, they don’t function in the exact same way as domains and HomeGroups. Workgroups in Microsoft Windows Microsoft Windows workgroups organize PCs as peer-to-peer local networks that facilitate easier sharing of files, internet access, printers, and other local network resources....

V Rising can be played solo but if you want to experience the joy of planning, hunting and playing together with friends, you need to create or join a clan. In this guide, we will take a look at all the benefits of joining a clan in V Rising. Why should you Join a Clan in V Rising? With a Clan Affiliation, players can coordinate their efforts to hunt for V blood, rebuild castles and also battle other clans....

Valheim has given us one of the most beautiful procedural-generated maps in recent history. It has different vast biomes, including an Ocean biome. Part of your game is to explore your biomes, by sailing through the Ocean. But the winds might not in your favor. There are situations when we need to go somewhere on the map like a particular area, but the wind is blowing in the opposite direction. For situations like this is there a way to overcome the wind and move ahead?...

Warframe players would be eager to know all about Khora. She has been renowned for being fiercely powerful. She was introduced to the game in the Beasts of the Sanctuary update. In this article, we will tell you all you need to know about her. All You Need to Know About Khora in Warframe As we mentioned earlier, Khora has a reputation for being immensely powerful. You will find her along with Kavat Veneri, who constantly accompanies her....

WebversusWeb is a very useful online tool that allows you to compare the search engine optimization details for various websites. You can compare your website with others and it will show you in-depth analysis of both domains. It shows you all the search engine optimization information such as relationship entity with text and HTML, header tags usage and presence of sitemap. It also tells you important details such as incoming links (from SEOMoz and Alexa), quality of URL, domain authority and much more....

This week on Pureinfotech: Microsoft made available another preview of Windows 10 (build 21327) in the Dev Channel with new system icons to help modernize small parts of the operating system. This walk-through video gives you a closer look at the new Fluent Design-style icons and other improvements. Also, you can check this write-up with more details about these new visual changes that the software company plans to ship with version 21H2....

This week on Pureinfotech: Microsoft released a new preview of the next version of Windows 10 (build 18267) to testers introducing a new enhanced mode for file search and few other improvements. Windows 10 April 2018 Update (version 1803) received a new cumulative update addressing a slew of problems, including issues with Microsoft Edge, Windows Defender, Office apps, memory, graphics, Bluetooth and more. Surface Pro 6, Surface Go, and Surface Laptop 2 also receive a new firmware update to improve system stability, battery life, processor, and sound....

Are you not a fan of passwords? Perhaps you find it tricky to remember them all, or you dislike the idea that every site is one data breach away from leaking your login information onto the Internet. Recently, there’s been a development in WebAuthn that may make logging onto websites much easier. If successful, this new standard may be a great backup second authentication method or even take over passwords entirely!...

Ranks in Ninjala are used to show how powerful and good you are in the game, if you are one of the best in the game, a rank will show that to everyone who is checking up on you. Not only does this give you automatic bragging rights but it feels good to achieve something. If you wish to know about all the ranks in Ninjala, check this guide out....

Before you can connect to an AOL email account via POP3, you need to know the AOL POP settings. Then you can access your AOL Mail messages in Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or any other compatible email client. What Are the POP Settings for AOL Mail? When you want to connect with your AOL Mail account via POP from another email program, provide the following requested information: It’s also possible to access your AOL email account via IMAP with the AOL IMAP settings....

iPhones have changed the dynamics of smartphones since their release. The craze and excitement of using an iPhone are unmatched. People all around the world use iPhones with great admiration for them. With iOS as the operating system, Apple products are at their all-time high and are one of the best smartphones alongside Android. To match the fast-paced life and new technologies, iPhone keeps on updating its operating system. One such recent update in its devices came in the form of iOS 15....

Arguably one of the gaming industry’s most famous characters comes from a game about surviving with blocks: He’s mean, green, and has an explosive personality. In short, a Minecraft creeper is nothing to mess with. Creepers Were Originally Pigs The original creeper was brought into Minecraft on August 31, 2009. Accidentally altering the length and height of a pig, video game programmer Notch reversed the numbers and wound up with a pig was skinny and tall vs....

A prime lens is a fixed-length photographic lens, which means it can’t zoom in or out. Learn the definition of a prime lens and how these lenses compare to zoom lenses. What Is a Prime Lens? With zoom lenses, you can adjust the focal length by moving glass lenses inside the lens body, typically by using a rotating or sliding sleeve on the external barrel of the lens. A prime lens, on the other hand, has a fixed focal length....

Bixby Vision is a feature built into some Samsung Galaxy models that enhances the camera app with artificial intelligence. Using the phone’s camera, you can use Bixby Vision to identify places and objects the camera can see, shop for products you photograph, translate text, and more. What is Bixby Vision? Bixby Vision is a combination of several related technologies. Since it offers to take action on what the software detects in the camera, it is part personal assistant....

When shopping for a new HDTV, make sure it is HDCP compliant or else you might have trouble watching certain TV and movies. Learn the meaning of terms like HDMI, HDCP, and DVI to help you make an informed purchase. What Is HDCP? High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) was developed by Intel as a security feature to protect copyrighted material. It requires compatibility between the sender and the receiver. In other words, a cable box with built-in HDCP technology will only work with TVs that are also HDCP-compatible....

Ben Smith, media columnist for the New York Times, penned a piece this week entitled, “The Week Old Hollywood Finally, Actually Died.” Key Takeaways Industry experts predict the collapse of movie theaters.Global time spent viewing streaming content increased an average 56 percent in April, May, and June.74 percent of Ernst & Young (EY) survey respondents say they use streaming services. Well, Hollywood hasn’t died yet, but a five-month spell of Americans trapped in their living rooms has put the movie theater industry on life support....