App Review: Clip Stack- Multi copy clip history in android that works so well. Must have app for writers! Updated 11/4/2015 with Video Review.

Today, I came across an app called Clip Stack and it has become one of my favourite utility apps. It takes a lot of time writing an article in your android; you have to copy links now and then. But this app does a pretty good job of it. And its FREE

FEATURES:
1. Notification level- just swipe to dismiss notifications of the app without staying there permanently or you can choose to let it stay there permanently. You have that option.
2. Selecting a clip history is really easy. Just click the copy icon in the notification panel of the app. Picture attached below explains the job.
3. Simple swipe when in app to delete clip history.
4. Ram usage- fairly small, 4-6 mb
5. Its free.

Video Review: Updated on 11/4/2015

Download links:
PlayStore : Clip Stack
ZippyShare: Clip Stack

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Google Keyboard 4.0.2 Apk update now let you choose White and Material theme. +some more

The latest release of google keyboard now lets you choose Material Dark theme and White White Theme along with the usual old theme also. Now, try the other white theme look. See the pics below

Here is the apk file link
Google Keyboard 4.0.2 apk ( DevHost)

Stay tuned for more.

And by the way, Screenshots are provided below .

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Self Control- App to to get you off your phone and Study.(My daily driver)

I have been there. Constantly checking my phone again and again while I sit in my study table. I soon realize I have only studied a little. Those little distractions can take you mind off somewhere and actually make serious study harder.

Different people study in different ways. Silent type, murmurful ones, skippers, music mutitakers, and so on. As for me, I get frustrated when people are too noisy. And also the distraction of the 'smartphone' affects me a lot.

You check your phone for a few seconds and you realize an hour has passed by and so on the day passes away and years.

I'm not telling you to abandon your smartphone. That would be bad of me. Rather try this app called ' Self Control'.

With this app you can do this
  - set a timer
  - activate it
  - during the whole duration you won't be able to use your phone. Whatever you do the app will pop up and take you off. 

You may set up preferences to allow access to certain apps before you activate it. But I just have them all cut off.

See the screenshots below. Download apk link will also be provided below. Its a free app. Thanks! And all the best for your studies.
Play store link

Apk link Self Control Datafilehost

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Install Android L Play store On Any Phone (No root Required)

Once again, Google Play Store app has been ported from Android Lollipop. I have personally tested and it works well in my phone, which I did without root.

If you want the Android L materialistic look on your android phone in play store app, then go ahead and download the apk file attached below install it like any other apk file.

The apk version is Play Store 5.0.31 apk. Do check out the screenshots provided below to see how it looks.

And don't worry at all. This will not do any harm to your device because you just have to install like any other app. But, please, everything you do is at your own risk.

Here is the link : Play Store 5.0.31 (Mediafire)

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Install Android L Keyboard on Any Android Non-rooted Phone

It's not long before apps from the latest version of Android are ported to all other versions of Android. Some require root and some don't. But, here in the case of Android L Keyboard you can just make it work in your device without root.

Xda senior member, asdfzz, has modded the app, and now it may just work on any device. I tested it on Lg pro lite dual and it worked. Someone has tested it on Moto G running 4.4.2 without root and it worked there.

You can find the original source of the thread here: link

Installation:
  - uninstall the google keyboard if you installed it from play store before.
  - Just install the apk provided below like any app installation. It is simple as that.
  - after installing you have to do one more thing. Change the color scheme( You have to go to Google Keyboard settings, then Advanced Settings, and lastly change
the "Color scheme" to "Material" .

Download apk :
  - link 1 http://d-h.st/YmI
  - link 2 mediafire

As the source says, phones such as Stock Nexus without root may have problems with this app as it already has got google installed  keyboard as system app. 

But for those you may need to delete the system app file and install.

For rooted phone check this link for another tutorial to install on rooted phones : LINK

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Android L Google Keyboard Installation on Redmi 1s running MIUI v45.

Android L Google Keyboard on Redmi 1s running MIUI V45 global version with Material Theme Installation Tutorial.

Recently, I found  a way to install google l keyboard in my redmi 1s running global version v45. After installing I enable the material theme by going to 'settings-language and input- google keyboard setting- advanced options- color scheme- meterial'

You need root for this.

Download the google keyboard first:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vppe7jlla9h4o66/AACpsBYIdZJ8GpVHoyN7kar5a/Android_L_Google_Keyboard.zip

Method 1
  - flash it using cwm or any recovery

Method 2
  - extract the file.
  - install the apk that is in system/app folder in the extracted folder.
  - copy the .lib file to system/lib and change permission to rw-r--r--. (Make sure you do this otherwise it will foreclose).

Lastly, do this for material theme.

After installing enable the material theme by going to 'settings-language and input- google keyboard setting- advanced options- color scheme- meterial'

See the pictures and you will understand.

Warning: I am not responsible if you brick your device. Do it at your own risk.

source: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53709980&postcount=52

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MKV-720p File Playback Review of MX player, Dice Player, BS player and VLC Beta player

I have tested a MKV file playback in my phone, Redmi 1s, with all of the popular android video players, MX player, Dice Player, BS Player, VLC Beta. And the results are given below.

File Info
Name : Dawn of.
Resolution : 1280 * 688
Frame rate : 23.97

Format : MKV

None of them can play it. MX player could play but the audio and video are not in sync. Dice player gave an error when trying to play it. Vlc beta played but stuttered here and there with pixilated colors like an old worn dvd. Bs player was next to Mx in term of playback.

I tell you, you just wouldn't enjoy watching the video
with any of the above players and many that are out there.

Update: Km player can't play the file

Rockplayer 2 can't even open the file.

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Hide Pictures -Hide It Pro 4.0 Apk, The best app to hide Pictures, Videos, Messages, Music

Today, I am going to share an app called Hide Pictures - Hide It Pro.  Don't worry if you find the name little odd. The name will become 'Audio Manager" when you install it on your phone. At least, that's what you will see in your app drawer or app icon.

**Icons and disguise**
In the pro version you even have the ability to change icons. Like in the pictures below, the app disguises like an audio manager. You just have to long press Audio Manager and then you will be transferred to your log in page.

**Types of log in**
  - pin based
  -   password based
Pictures are attached below for the same. There is also an Option for ***fake log in***.
If you enter a specific password, you can log in but the vault will be empty. One of the best ways to fool others in case they force you to see your private content.

**Gallery**
The app does a pretty good job here. You can hide easily using the share option and selecting Audio Manager. It works for both video, audio and pictures. You will definitely like the gallery. Do check it out. Nothing gets better than this. That's what my experience tells me.

**Media types that can be hidden**
  - Audio
  - Video
  - Pictures (definitely)
  - Messages an tons of other features like encryption and file manager.

** How to Hide Files**
  - Go to your gallery, select your picture or video, select share, select Audio Manager among the list. After that, it will ask you to select a folder or create one. Simply select one and your media will be hidden.
  - Or open the app. Go to pictures. You will find the plus icon. Click that. You will find pictures. Select the ones you want to hide. Do the same for Videos and others. 

**CHECK THE SCREENSHOTS**
**LINKS FOR DOWNLOAD**
PLAYSTORE- Hide Pictures- Hide it pro

Hide pictures- Hide It Pro 4.0 Apk Zippyshare

Hide pictures- Hide It Pro 3.3.1 Apk Zippyshare

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Send Pictures Now Using Wifi in Quickpic

Quickpic has recently been updated with additional feature for sharing pictures using your WiFi. This feature can be accessed using the  "Transfer" option in the app. I have attached photos for a preview in case you are interested.

We have come across times where we wanted to share a lot of pictures via Bluetooth but couldn't due to the slow speed and vastness of the file size.

And also app like Fast File transfer is cumbersome and buggy when trying to send using WiFi. I have been there. But, now there is a solution to all of it

TRANSFER in Quickpic

1. What you do is click the transfer option in quickpic (screenshot provided).
2. Select the photos you want to share.
3. Select the user you want to share ( the recipient must also be in Transfer Mode ( which is step 1).
4. Just wait. Files will be send using wifi.
5. Precaution: Keep the WiFi of both devices turned on before sharing ( just a precaution I take for errorless and easy sharing).

All done!

Here is the apk:
Quickpic-Zippyshare link

Or
PlayStore Link
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MyScript Calculator- Handwriting Math Calculator

Ever Heard of MyScript Calculator?

This app can understand your handwriting and solve math problems for you. You just have to write your math problems in your handwriting and the app will sort the answer out. Quite an innovative app, don't you think?

With MyScript© Calculator, perform mathematical
operations naturally using your handwriting.
Specially designed for Android devices.

And you know what? It's free!!

Here is the Play Store link
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.visionobjects.calculator&hl=en

Here is the apk link: 

http://www.datafilehost.com/d/909b8de2

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Adaway, the best android app for Blocking ads: Root Required

So, after testing many apps within my reach, I have finally settled with Adaway to deal with ads. But, just keep in mind that this app wouldn't block youtube ads in the android youtube app. There is no way around the youtube ad for now, although, there are ways, like for example, using the xposed module. But, for the most part, Adaway will do just fine enough for you.

Download the apk file here:


http://www.datafilehost.com/d/71badf0f





Install the apk file

Download and enable the host file.

Now, just any website to see if ads are showing.

Here are the screenshots of the app with blocked ad in a wesite

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Extract app/apk without root with AppExtractor

Well, today I was juggling around inside my phone. I realized that I wanted to uninstall Facebook to free up ram and space to make my phone faster. But, downloading it again from Play store takes too long. So, I found a way to save the apk file in my memory card for later installation with an app called App Extracter.

Here is the file apk link :

http://www49.zippyshare.com/v/41390422/file.html

Just install it. After installation, open the app. It will show you the list of app in your phone. Simply click the app you want to save. It will be automatically saved in your default storage location in apk format.
Good luck. And thanks for reading.

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