Revolutionary E-Cigarette Technology

The electronic cigarette market is expanding rapidly with new products and brands launching all of the time. There is one new e-cigarette which looks different and stands out from the crowd.

New premium e-cigarette brand Vype have released a range of realistic disposable electronic devices. Designed to both look and feel like a traditional tobacco cigarette, they are completely different to the first generation of electronic vaping devices, which were large and bulky to carry around. Aimed at current smokers, Vype have produced a lighter and more realistic looking device.    

There are many different types of electronic cigarettes on the market, but research shows that many people when they first start to use electronic devices prefer those which look more like a tobacco cigarette and less obviously like an e-cigarette.

Vype have used the latest technology to provide a lightweight electronic cigarette with a soft tip, making it similar in look and feel to a conventional tobacco cigarette. Vype e-cigarettes are the same size as a king-size tobacco cigarette and contain ECOpure e-liquid, which is manufactured and tested in the UK. It is one of the cleanest and purest e-liquids and gives users a real nicotine hit. There are currently three different flavoured Vype electronic cigarettes, these are menthol, classic regular and classic bold.

Electronic cigarettes are battery powered vaping devices containing a water based e-liquid which is available in varying strengths of nicotine and different flavoursUsing the same hand to mouth action as a tobacco cigarette you inhale the e-liquid through the soft-tip filter. When you begin inhaling the e-liquid is heated until it turns into a vapour which can then be inhaled.E-cigarettes do not contain tobaccoand are not affected by the UK smoking ban.

With new revolutionary technology, Vype offers a genuine alternative to smoking while looking and feeling like a tobacco cigarette but without the tobacco. Visit http://uk.govype.com/ to find out more.

Apple Highlighting iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c Reviews by Tech and Mainstream Press

Apple today added a new page to its website featuring reviews of the new iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c from a number of prominent publications and sites. Carrying the tagline "It seems we've given people a lot to talk about," the review page is currently being featured on Apple's main iPhone page...

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Apple Has Raised $65 Million for (Product) RED Fight Against AIDS

U2 singer Bono, who heads up the (Product) RED charity Apple has collaborated with since 2006, today announced (via TechCrunch) Apple has raised more than $65 million to fight AIDS in Africa. 

Since it first debuted a special edition (Product) RED iPod nano in 2006, Apple hasreleased a number of (RED) devices, including several iPod nanos and shuffles. The company has also produced a (RED) iPad Smart Cover, iPad mini Smart Cover, and an iPhone Bumper, along with a new (RED) iPhone 5s case. For every (RED) product bought, Apple donates a portion of the purchase price to the charity...

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Watchdog sets out new rules on kids and in-app purchases

Watchdogs have set out new rules for stopping games from tricking kids into racking up huge bills. The Office of Fair Trading has set out eight guidelines governing in-app purchases -- with fines for anyone failing to live up to the rules.

One new guideline is that games and apps makers must make sure the bill-payer is giving their informed consent to a purchase, although how that should be done is left up to the industry. 

Currently, when a parent or account holder downloads a game or authorises a purchase on an iPhone or iPad, the password doesn't have to be entered again to approve further purchases for another fifteen minutes, allowing kids to potentially rack up expensive in-app purchases...

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Apple Announces Schedule for iOS 7 'Tech Talks' Tour in U.S., Asia, and Europe

Back in April after tickets to its Worldwide Developers Conference sold out in just two minutes, Apple announced that it would be launching a series of Tech Talks later in the year, taking seminars and hands-on help to a number of cities around the world...

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Judge in Brazilian 'iPhone' Trademark Lawsuit Rules in Apple's Favor

Apple has won the right to legally use the "iPhone" name in Brazil after a judge ruled in favor of the Cupertino company in an ongoing lawsuit with IGB Electronica. IGB Electronica, a Brazilian cell phone company, originally filed for the iPhone trademark in 2000 but did not use the name until December of 2012 when it released a line of IPHONE Android phones. 

Following the launch of the Android IPHONEs, Brazil's Institute for Industrial Property ruled that IGB had exclusive rights to the trademark as related to mobile phones. Apple appealed the decision, and on Tuesday, Judge Eduardo de Brito Fernandes overturned the ruling, denying IGB exclusive access to the iPhone mark...

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Rumor Has It: iPad rumor avalanche

If it weren't for the redesigned Home button and larger flash, the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5 would look like identical twins, at least on the outside. Take the new 5S apart, however, and the differences are more apparent -- even if only slightly so. And although it isn't the easiest phone to repair, with the right tools and a little patience, it is possible...

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Virus Protection on Windows

It is a well known fact that viruses are more common on the Windows platform. This is purely because of the larger user-base. There are many steps you can take to protect your computers & devices from these threats. In the video below, not only do I share some advice, but also some interesting real-world examples.

 

I am the 'Geek Ambassador' for Hotspot Shield ...
Get behind the Shield here.

 

iPhone 5c CROCS Inspiration & Giveaway

It seems that Apple have been taking a lot of digs lately, with many saying they have not been innovating. With the recent launch of their new iPhone 5c, maybe they got their inspiration from the funky rubber footwear we all love so much. That said, even if their inspiration did come from Crocs, the colours certainly are vibrant. 

Here at Geekanoids, we were lucky enough to get our hands on an iPhone 5c today, in the striking green colour. You can see us unbox it here, in all its glory. Despite the back casement being plastic, it certainly does not feel cheap. Apple did their research and engineered the back from quality materials, that are solid in the hand, with no creaking or flex.

The screen, performance & overall user experience have been great so far. It is too early to comment on battery life with such a new model. There are plenty of charging options available out there today, so even if your 5c does run out of juice midway through the day, it is often not an issue. During my first day testing, I did find the back casing get a little warm though. This may be the battery or the processor, I am not sure at this stage.

Button placement and ports seem pretty much the same as last years iPhone 5, with the only noticeable change being along the bottom edge where the microphone, speaker, headphone jack & lightning connector can be found. The tiny drilled holes are finished to perfection though. Apple really have done a stellar job.

If you are as excited as we are here at Geekanoids about this new smartphone from Apple and really eager to get your hands on one, the awesome people at MobileFun are giving away an unlocked 16GB iPhone 5c … with a choice of colours for the winner. The giveaway is very easy to enter and can be found here. Give it a go, you never know your luck !

5 Niche Social Networks to Avoid Facebook Fatigue!

Getting bored with Facebook? You’re not alone! Luckily, there are some really exciting, more niche social channels that can put some fun back into networking!

It seems that the kings of social media land, such as Facebook and Twitter, have grown so large that users tend to get a bit dizzy and feel lost in the overload of trivial and often uninteresting information. A new research for example has shown that Britains are suffering from ‘Facebook fatigue’. Many users describe it as boring, not relevant or not useful. Users are increasingly looking for a more personalised experience, which bigger networks with a one-size-fits-all approach simply cannot offer. 

In the shadow of the dominant networks, new social networks are springing up everywhere and pushing social networking into more specialised directions. These niche social sites allow users to connect with fewer people who share the same interests. They embrace the fact that they are different, so find your own niche and get personal: 

1. 43Things 

Are your goals and hopes piling up in front of you as a huge mountain? List your goals and accomplish them with the help of 43Things. Discuss your goals with others, share how-to stories, write about successes you’ve had and cheer others on towards achieving their goals. Don’t forget to set up a designated e-mail reminder in case you are forgetting about your life-changing plans. Through the website you can also find other users who are working towards the same goals and maybe even make some friends along the way.

After you achieved a goal, you can give yourself a pat on the back and finally make the long-awaited 'I Have Done This'-click, but you can also ask yourself if the goal was worth accomplishing and how exactly you achieved it. Your responses are not only a good tool for some self-reflection, but they can help others who are seeking to achieve the same goals. Best of all, your profile comes with a ‘Year in Review’ page that keeps track of all your goals! Finished? Simply browse the network to get inspired by thousands of goals that others have created and list some new ones!

2. Goodreads


Goodreads unites bookworms around the world! The site revolves entirely around users’ ‘bookshelves’, a list of books they have read or are currently reading. Goodreads allows users to discover new books to read, browse through what others are reading, discuss literature, recommend books they love and keep track of what they have read. You can even start your very own online book club. Users can also integrate their lists and groups with Facebook and Twitter, but probably the best thing about Goodreads is how it allows authors to connect directly to their readers.

3. Care2


“Do you feel guilty tossing those spent toilet-paper rolls into the recycle bin? Check out some crafty ways to re-use them instead!” says a post on Care2. Well, do you? Then this website for the social philanthropist might be something for you. It’s the place to be for people who want to make a difference. Whether you want to go green, live healthy or take action on important causes such as human rights or animal rights, visit Care2 to: get informed about important causes; share tips; ask questions; and even start online petitions. Interestingly, the butterflies on their logo stand for the "butterfly effect", of course the concept where one small change in one place can cause a chain of events leading to large-scale phenomena in the future. 

4. Vizify


Looking for a job? Vizify, a visually-dominant online resume, might prove to be a big help. Although CEO Todd Silverstein, the website’s co-founder, doesn’t believe Vizify should be labelled as a social network, it retrieves all its information from a sea of social media accounts (such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram). Once you set up an account and grant Vizify access to your other social media accounts, it will create an entire profile page showing the best of you online.

But Vizify goes further than that. You can also list your past jobs, education and photos on your profile. Vizify gives your prospective employers a visually pleasant overview of your personality, interests, education, achievements and work history. So, for example, when you are applying for those ever-growing niche IT jobs, your well-designed Vizify profile can act as a showcase for both your skills and understanding of new media technologies.

5. Meetup


Imagine attending an event that gathered only people who share the same interests as you?  Well that’s exactly what Meetup does; the network allows you to get in touch with other people in your niche and plan to take part specific events in your area. Meetup describes itself as the “world’s largest network of self-organised clubs and community groups.” No matter how extravagant or obscure your interests are, the chances are big that there is a Meetup for you. If not, you can always start planning your own event!

Haven’t found your niche yet? Don’t despair; there are plenty more of such targeted social networks out there, and the old-kid-on-the-block, Google, will probably help you find it.

Android Kit Kat vs. iOS 7

With tech giants Apple and Google squaring off this year with the release of their new operating systems, we take a look at both and discuss some of the key features and benefits. 

iOS 7 
Always keen to stay one step ahead of the competition, and eager to make up for some issues with iOS 6, such as the ineffectual Maps app, Apple’s new iOS 7 will be available for the iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, the iPad 2, iPad third and fourth generation, the iPad mini and the iPod touch fifth generation.

The new feature and update list is lengthy to say the least, but here we take a look at some of the most important innovations that we think will make iOS 7 the most intuitive operating system that Apple has produced to date.

Putting you in control
The new control centre, accessed by swiping upwards on any screen, is a handy little feature that allows you to access an inbuilt torch, control your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, switch to Airplane mode, adjust the brightness of your screen and play music. In addition, you can also switch your phone’s Do Not Disturb function on or off, which is really useful when you find yourself in the cinema or in a quiet area.

Account logins
This is one of the features we are most excited about for iOS 7. The new operating system allows you to store passwords, account names and credit card details in the iCloud, with the details being automatically filled in when you sign into a website or online shop that you’ve previously visited.

Smartphone users have been waiting for this feature for a long time and, with Apple’s guarantee that details will be securely encrypted, it’s certainly going to be a real time-saver for Apple’s customers.   

Fingerprint ID
This is only going to available to users who purchase a new iPhone, but, long term, it’s got the potential to transform the way in which users access downloads, as well as all other kinds of data, by replacing the need to remember hundreds of different usernames and logins. 

Android KitKat
While Apple has a reputation for keeping their cards close to their chest, it seems that Google have become pretty adept at that particular feat themselves. In contrast to the iOS 7, we know very little about the Android KitKat, apart from information gleaned from the online rumour mill.

It’s strongly speculated that the Android KitKat will launch in October or November 2013 and all that Google are publicly saying at this point is that they are committed to making “an amazing Android experience available for everybody."

With this in mind, we fully expect the KitKat OS to be made available to older phones, as well as the new, long-awaited, Nexus 5.

In terms of specific features, sources indicated that the Android KitKat will include tweaks to gallery visualisation, new animation APIs and new notification widgets. At this point that’s all we know, but the suspense is killing us and, if the rumours are anything to go by, the KitKat should make the wide array of Android OS pay monthly phones available on the market that little more exciting.

The debate
It’s difficult to come to a conclusion on which operating system is going to be the most exciting and functional, largely because we know so little about the Android KitKat. So, if you’re in the market for a new phone this year, we think that patience is certainly a virtue you should covet, at least until we have a little more information at our disposal.

Article Credit: Ben Williams

Multiple Data Sources Suggesting iOS 7 Adoption Rates Well Ahead of iOS

36 percent of active iOS devices are already using iOS 7 according to information published by Mixpanel, a mobile analytics firm.

Apple has frequently touted the rapid adoption of new operating system upgrades as a significant strength of its mobile operating system, ensuring that developers who adopt new APIs and features like iCloud or Passbook will see a large market for their wares...

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