Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Office 365 Changed To Microsoft 365 With Screen App Coming Android And New Outlook Features...

Microsoft launched Office 365 on June 28, 2011, as a new subscription model for the company’s popular suite of office applications, but it has gradually expanded in scope since then. Yesterday, it was announced that Office 365 is being renamed to Microsoft 365, and there are new features for both consumers and large organizations alike.

Most of the new features announced for Microsoft 365 are for the desktop: a new editing service built into Word and Outlook.com, an updated presenter mode in PowerPoint, and so on. There were a few topics of interest for Android, though. The Play My Emails feature that arrived in the Android Outlook app last year will soon offer improved search:
Play My Emails can help you catch up and act on what’s new in your inbox whether you are mid-commute or getting ready in the morning, so that you can be fully present when you are home. To further enable hands-free activities, you can now use Microsoft Search that recognizes natural language on iOS and Android. Simply find your results faster and easier by using language you use every day to filter and narrow your search—just speak it or type it. The new search functionality and Play My Emails availability on Android will begin rolling out in the coming months.
For families subscribed to Microsoft 365, a new application called ‘Microsoft Family Safety’ will enter limited preview “in the coming months.”

The app will manage screen time across Windows PCs, Android, and Xbox, and also make it easy to check the locations of family members. Microsoft specifically mentioned that “we don’t share your information with third parties.”

Finally, Microsoft also revealed that its Teams messaging platform will be available for Microsoft 365 family plans.

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Saturday, February 22, 2020

12 Effective Ways To Protect Your Smartphone From Malware And Unwanted Access.

Right from the introduction of modern computers, malicious software or malware has been an omnipresent issue. Viruses, Trojans, rootkits, spyware, keyloggers and several others of the like continue to assault your computing devices all the time, looking for vulnerabilities and loopholes in your defenses to get through. Generally, users have become aware enough to deploy some form of protection on their desktops and notebooks, and while infections continue to plague the computing world, they’re significantly reduced in impact.

Smartphones today are nothing short of portable computers as well, and just like that, are prone to malware attacks. Hard as it may seem to believe, developers do spend time creating Smartphone malware that would let them access your personal information, exploit personal data and otherwise do damage to your device. Android Device is a fast-growing mobile platform with apps exceeding 600,000 in the Google Play Store, and believe me when I tell you that an assessment puts over 100,000 of them as “questionable”. While most users don’t pay much attention to it, it’s imperative that you secure your Android smartphone or tablet against the growing threat of mobile malware. They say prevention is better than cure, and in this post, we’ll provide some basic pointers on how to achieve that.

Ways to Keep your Android/Tablet Device Secure
There are easy ways to reduce the risk of infection in your Android. Most of these ways are simply common sense. Developers and specific cell phone manufacturers do encourage their customers to use the proper download applications and widgets.
    1. Download Only From Official Stores
    When downloading apps, prefer the well-reputed channels, mainly Google Play Store and the Amazon App Store. Google implements a rudimentary “bouncer” to ward off malware, and the rest is taken care of by the very active Android user community. Hence, these two sources are your most reliable ones.
      2. Keep Installation of Apps from Unknown Sources at “Off”
      Unless you’re a power user, it’s highly advisable to keep the installation of apps from Unknown Sources at “off” in the device’s settings. This will help ensure that nothing enters the system except through official channels.
          3. Rooted Devices are More Susceptible
          Most advanced users choose to root their Android devices, be extra cautious about granting Superuser access to any app. Make sure you understand the purpose of the SU access and trust the developer enough to grant it. This is the highest level of access that anyone (or anything) can have on your Android device, so be really careful with this one. 

          4. Install an Antivirus/Security App on Your Android Smartphone
          A lot of capable contenders are available in the Google Play Store for that purpose, with more notable ones being Avast! Free Mobile Security, Lookout Mobile Security, AVG Mobile Security, Kaspersky, and Norton Mobile Security, just to name a few. There is a different feature-set offered by each, so you have room to weigh your options carefully before making a decision to go with one.

          5. It is Important to Read App reviews and See ratings before downloading
          Read app reviews and see ratings before you choose to download anything. If it’s something from a renowned developer, you’re less likely to run into trouble as opposed to an app with hardly any downloads and just 2-3 reviews. As a rule of thumb, I don’t prefer apps with a rating of less than at least 3 stars.
              6. Examine the Permissions that an App is Asking For, During Installation
              Carefully examine the permissions that an app is asking for, and use your own judgment to decide whether you want that app or not. E.g A puzzle game asking to access your contacts and the phone app is never really a good idea, and neither is a torch app seeking internet permission. Discard apps that seem shady – they’re usually not worth risking personal information over.
                  7. Keep Your Phone Locked Always
                  While not strictly a malware protection measure, it’s still a good idea to keep your phone locked for security. Someone else gaining access to your device might be able to install undesired software before you reclaim access, and hence, causing you to remain unaware of the whole deal until it’s too late. Likewise, a remote wipe app should also be there, should you ever encounter a scenario where normal access to the device gets blocked by the malware infection.

                  8. Never access links embedded in mass-broadcast messages/emails on your phone. 
                  You never know what’s hidden underneath a URL, and it’s harder to check that on a Smartphone as opposed to a traditional computer. Phishing scams thrive under unrestricted access through your web browser.

                  9. Beware of Fake Apps Even on Play Store
                  On the Play Store, there are loads of fake apps designed with the intention of infecting your device and stealing your private information. Some apps are designed only to push ads to your Smartphone. As a matter of fact, most popular apps often have similar ones that are actually fake. You should be careful with these sorts of apps.
                    10. Avoid Pirated Apps
                    If you love the cracks and pirated apps, your device may become infected without you even knowing it. Pirated apps most often carry Malware strands. Besides, you’re not helping the developers who work hard trying to create these games and apps. Saving $0.99 isn’t worth it, really.

                    11. Porn is the Most Efficient Source of Malware Delivery
                    I’m in no position to judge you or tell you what to do with your device, but it has been proven that pornographic sites are the most efficient when it comes to infecting your device with malware. Well, you know what to do… be careful with sites you visit.

                    12. Stay Updated
                    Be on your toes so far as updates are concerned. This is one way in which manufacturers and carriers ensure that you remain protected from Malware attacks. These updates can include enhancements, bug fixes, new features each of which are designed to keep your system in tune with the right way to tackle the malicious attacks. Apart from updating your apps, be sure your device operating system is also up-to-date.

                    Conclusion
                    Following the above steps will help you ensure that your device remains secure, safe from malware, and most importantly, exclusively yours.

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                    Friday, February 21, 2020

                    See All You Need To Know About The Latest Android 11 Unveiled By Google.

                    The current Android 10 which was released last year was a major move for the operating system. Besides the fact that we got the hotly anticipated dark mode and significant changes to the app permissions, Android 10 also denoted Google's takeoff from dessert names and introduced another Android logo/brand.

                    Android 10 was a cycle of growth and maturity for the operating system, and those equivalent standards are being continued to Android 11. We're as yet a couple of months out from the final build been accessible for everybody, but with a developer preview now out in the wild, we have a smart thought of where Google needs to take Android in 2020.

                    Eager to learn all about what Android 11 is packing? Here's All you need to know!
                    • Developer Preview 1 is out
                    • Top features
                    • 5G Network is a big focus
                    • Tons of messaging improvements
                    • Permissions keep getting better
                    • You can flash it right now
                    • New form factors
                    • Security
                    • Updates and other features
                    • The final build is coming in Q3
                    Developer Preview 1 is Now Available
                    On February 19, Google kicked off the hype train by releasing the first developer preview for Android 11 — giving us an early look at its biggest features and new logo.
                    Source: Google

                    Based on what we know so far, Android 11 looks to be a fairly modest year-over-year improvement compared to Android 10. At least in Developer Preview 1, there aren't any major UI changes (though this could change later on). We'll dive deeper into some of the biggest features below, with some of them being improvements to how Android handles 5G connections, support for more display types, and more powerful permission controls.

                    That may sound kind of boring, but don't check out quite yet. Google often keeps changes and updates coming with each new developer preview, meaning Developer Preview 1 is not indicative of what Android 11 will look like in its final form.

                    These are the top features

                    5G Network is a Big Focus
                    5G finally started making its way to people last year, and throughout 2020, more and more folks are going to connect to the next generation of wireless data. To help that process be as smooth as can be, Android 11 adds a very important "Dynamic Meterdness API."

                    That may not sound very exciting on paper, but it essentially allows phones to take full advantage of all the power 5G brings.

                    If the API detects that you're connected to an unlimited 5G signal, you'll access the highest possible quality for videos and graphics. The potential for 5G is pretty darn cool, and this API ensures you take full advantage of the speeds available to you.

                    Lots of improvements for messaging
                    Reading through Google's initial press release for the first Android 11 developer preview, it's obvious that this update is doing a lot to improve Android's messaging experience. In fact, there are three core upgrades that should make a big difference in your day-to-day use.

                    First on the list, we have chat bubbles. Similar to what Facebook's offered for years with its Messenger app on Android, chat bubbles in Android 11 will hide your ongoing conversations in little bubbles on the side of your screen. You can move the bubbles around, and tapping on them will reveal that specific conversation. The Bubbles API is being made available for all messaging apps, with Google encouraging developers to adopt it.

                    In another effort to make sure you can get to your messages as quickly as possible, Android 11 introduces a dedicated conversation section in your notification shade that'll offer instant access to any ongoing conversations you have. In theory, this should help make your messages stand out from other notifications.

                    Speaking of messages and notifications, Android 11 makes it possible to send images when replying to a message directly from the notification shade.

                    One-Time Permissions
                    Looking back on Android 10, one of its highlights was its improved handling of app permissions. Android 10 gave users more control over applications and what they could access, and Android 11 keeps this train rolling with a wonderful new addition.

                    Now, when an app asks for permission to use sensitive features like your location, microphone, or camera, you can choose to only grant it access on a one-time basis. The app will be able to use that permission during that instance of you using the app, but as soon as you leave it, the permission is revoked. The next time you use the app and it wants to use that permission, it needs to be granted access again.

                    Giving apps permission to these aspects of your phone should not be taken lightly, so we're thrilled to see Google giving users more control over their data like this.

                    You can Flash Android 11 on your phone (but you shouldn't)
                    Android 11 currently exists as a developer preview, and right now, it is in the earliest stage that we'll see. You can put it on your phone if you want, but we'd advise against that.

                    First of all, you need to manually flash Android 11 Developer Preview 1 to get it on your phone in the first place. Unlike later builds of the OS, you can't just download an over-the-air update.

                    Furthermore, the purpose of this initial developer preview is so developers can start working with the new Android version and get their apps ready for its final release. In other words, it's not meant for regular use on your daily driver.

                    With all of that out of the way, if you're dead-set on putting Android 11 on your phone right now, we have a guide walking you through the process of exactly what you need to do.

                    New Form Factors
                    As more devices with unique designs enter the market, such as vertically- and horizontally-folding smartphones, Android has evolved to include support for these new form factors.

                    Android 11 includes APIs which let developers optimise their applications to support these form factors, including waterfall and pinhole screen designs.

                    Security
                    Android 11 will sport improved security features, from expanded biometrics support to secure ID storage.

                    These changes are detailed below:
                    • Biometrics – BiometricPrompt now supports three authenticator types with different levels of granularity and can be more easily integrated with different app architectures.
                    • Platform hardening – Improvements to the protection of security-critical components and heap pointer tagging for catching memory issues.
                    • Identity credentials – Support for the secure storage and retrieval of identification documents, such as mobile driving licenses.
                    Android 11 will also allow applications to share data more securely through a Blobstore Manager.

                    Updates and Other Features
                    Google said it has been working to reach a wider range of devices more quickly with its updates.

                    “We’re also working to make updates faster and smoother by prioritizing app compatibility as we roll out new platform versions,” the company said.

                    We have a few months to go before the final build
                    Source: Google

                    Android 11 may technically be available right now, but we have a ways to go before it's ready for everyone.

                    Developer Preview 1 is the current version, and Google will release two more between now and April. Once May rolls around, the first public beta will be made available and see two subsequent updates that focus on platform stability. Then, in Q3, the final version of Android 11 will be released to the masses.

                    In total, that'll see Google releasing six betas/previews leading up to Android 11 in its final form.

                    Developers can now visit the Android 11 developer site, download a system image for the Pixel 2, 3, 3a, or 5, and try out the new operating system.

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                    Wednesday, February 19, 2020

                    The Number One Instant Messaging App, WHATSAPP, Just Crossed 2 Billion Active Users.

                    The number one instant messaging app, WhatsApp announced it has crossed the mark of 2 billion users, up from 1.5 billion it revealed 2 years ago. It also remains free of ads and does not charge its users any fee.

                    The announcement today makes WhatsApp only the second app from Facebook to join the two-billion-users club. (Facebook’s marquee app has 2.5 billion users.) In an earnings call in late January, Facebook also noted that there were 2.26 billion users that opened either Facebook, Messenger, Instagram or WhatsApp each day, up from 2.2 billion last quarter. The family of apps sees 2.89 billion total monthly users, up 9% year-over-year.

                    WhatsApp founded 11 years ago and sold to Facebook for $19 billion six years ago. 3 years back, it reached the mark of 1 billion active users.

                    2 years back, India blamed the company heavily because of a video of people who were perceived as child kidnappers were circulated widely on the platform, which led to several lynchings in the country.

                    Last year, it was caught in the storm as NSO Group, an Israel-based security company, used a flaw in WhatsApp to target journalists and activists across the world. Later, in October, Facebook sued the Israeli firm.

                    Government across the world have pushed WhatsApp to pp9 traceability to track the origin of a potentially problematic message. However, the company has stood firm till now and said this function would require them to break the encryption and put the privacy of customers at risk.
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                    In an interview published with the Wall Street Journal, Will Cathcart, CEO of WhatsApp, said “the company’s focus on encryption and privacy communications was “the right model” for messaging, despite the commercial and regulatory complications.”

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                    Thursday, February 13, 2020

                    Globacom Nigeria Introduces Another Cheap Data Plan Of 1.5GB For N500.

                    It's no longer news that Glo network is not helpful in most parts of the country when it comes to the high speed of the internet, but that can't stop the self-acclaimed Grandmaster of Data from adding the new data plan to its catalog of data plans.

                    Globacom has added various mouth-watering data these past few months, the like of 7GB for N1500 weekly plan, etc., and now its offering 1.2GB data for N500.

                    For those of you in cities where Glo is working flawlessly, you can get 1.2GB for N500 usable all day and all night. 1GB is usable all day and 200MB is usable all night.

                    How to Activate Glo 1.2GB data for N500
                    Dial *777#, choose 1, and 1 again to activate the plan.
                    The validity for this plan is 14 days.

                    Dial *127*0# to check your data balance  or go to his.glo.com

                    If Glo network is good in your area, then this data plan is for you.
                    Stay connected!

                    Wednesday, February 12, 2020

                    MTN Nigeria Introduces New Cheap Data Plan Of 1.5GB For N300.

                    The number one Telecommunication network in Nigeria, MTN Nigeria has quietly added a more affordable bundle to its data plans just like the 1.5GB for N500. The new plan is also exclusive to MyMTN App users only via the Mega Deal Zone page.

                    You can actually get 1.5GB data for just N300 directly from MTN Nigeria. This is their way of making data plans more reasonable for Nigerians and one of the benefits of having the MyMtn App installed on your device.

                    How to Activate MTN 1.5GB for Just N300
                    • As I said earlier, the plan can only be accessed through the MyMTN app. 
                    • Recharge your MTN SIM card with N300 airtime.
                    • After installing the MyMTN app from Google Play or iOS App Store, launch it.
                    • Look at the top in the app, tap Mega Deal Zone
                    • Crack The Egg page will display to you, tap on Bundle and you’ll get a message like this “Get 1.5GB Data for as low as N300 only…
                    • Accept and your data will be activated with 1.5GB of data.
                    The validity period for this plan is just 7 days. And if you are having data before you activate this plan, the bonus on this plan will be exhausted before your initial normal data.

                    Try out this new data plan and share your views and comment via the comment section below.
                    Thanks.

                    Sunday, February 9, 2020

                    How To Configure Your Glo Sim To Enjoy Free Unlimited Browsing On Your Phone/PC.

                    Once again, it's time to enjoy unlimited free browsing on your Glo Sim. YourFreedom VPN has now come on board as it has opened up the firewall of Glo for free browsing. It is unlimited free browsing but requires the use of a premium YourFreedom VPN account. Android and PC users can get connected for FREE with #0.0, the browsing speed is quite okay. The only downside to this cheat is that the download speed is not that fast. But being a free browsing, you have to manage it till we get an alternative.

                    YourFreedom is one of the oldest tunneling VPN and I'm pretty sure that most of us are already familiar with it, so no much talk. Let's go straight to business.

                    Needed Materials:

                    • A Premium YourFreedom VPN account
                    • Config file
                    • A Glo 3/4G SIM without data
                    • YourFreedom android app

                    This new cheat works best when using a Glo 4G SIM, it makes it more faster. The config file does not expire and you can download it from here. You also need the current working version of YourFreedom VPN Client Android app which you can download from the play store here.

                    YourFreedom VPN Setting for Glo Unlimited Free Browsing

                    • Once the YourFreedom Client has been downloaded from the link above, visit www.your-freedom.net using a VPN.
                    • Next is to create an account and then subscribe to the MobilePlus plan. The cost of the plan is just $2 and payment is via PayPal.
                    • Import the Config file you downloaded above on YourFreedom VPN, by clicking on Configure > Backup/Restore > Load Config, then locate the config file and import it.
                    • Add your premium account details you earlier created, kindly input your username and password in the YourFreedom app, by clicking on Configure > Account Information.
                    • Go back to the main page and tap on Start Connection.


                    It will connect within 10 seconds, when it connects, just minimize the app and start browsing and downloading.

                    How to Force Your Glo Data Connection ON
                    Well, we all know that without data on your Glo SIM, you won't be able to see 3G, H+ or 4G connection on your phone. This is because Glo has disabled data connection on SIMs without active data.

                    Don't worry, we have a simple trick to force Glo to show data network on your SIM. Here's the trick.

                    All you have to do is subscribe to the Glo Night plan of 1GB for N100 valid for 5 days on the Glo Cafe app. Simply download Glo Cafe app from play store here and sign in with your Glo number.

                    After that, click on Data Packs on the main page > Scroll down till you see Night 100 1GB, then subscribe. Your data connection will pop up immediately.

                    Sometimes after doing this, Glo will just leave your data connection on after the expiry date base on your luck.

                    Note that if you browse at night from 12AM, Glo will deduct from your Night bundle.

                    Enjoy it while it lasts.

                    Wednesday, February 5, 2020

                    GTBank Introduces Live WhatsApp Chat Platform For Their Customers. See How To Resolve Issues With The Platform...

                    Bravo! The long awaiting Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) Whatsapp Live Chat Platform that has been in testing longer than one year is own available for customers use.

                    GTBank is imploring the huge popularity of Whatsapp to reach many customers and provide yet another alternative way of self mobile banking. In case you don’t know, GTbank now makes it easier to connect with them on WhatsApp, either you want to open an account, or you want to quickly get your issues resolved without visiting the banking arena, then this post is for you.

                    Note that GTBank is not the only Nigerian bank that has introduced WhatsApp banking services, but some other financial institutions have done the same.

                    Below are some of the basic transactions you can complete using GTBank WhatsApp Banking Service;
                    » Dispense Errors
                    » Product Enquiries
                    » Service Resolution
                    » Account Opening

                    They are available to chat with you between 8am - 5pm from Monday to Friday!

                    How to Connect with GTBank on WhatsApp
                    » To get started with the GTBank WhatsApp banking platform, save this number 07016974994 as “GTB WhatsApp Live Chat” in your phone contact list
                    » Launch your WhatsApp App and search for the name “GTB WhatsApp Live Chat”
                    » Once you locate it, simply tap on it to open the contact
                    » Now send “Hi” in the chat area to get started
                    » GTBank will reply to you with instructions that you need to follow promptly to get your requests done.

                    It is as simple as that.
                    What else are you searching for? GTBank WhatsApp number, how to connect GTB on WhatsApp, GTBank transactions to be done using WhatsApp chat.

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                    Friday, January 31, 2020

                    How To Make And Receive Calls On Windows 10 PC With Android Or iOS Smartphones.

                    In December 2019, Microsoft launched the use of windows 10 PC to make and receive calls. This is really attainable through the installation of the “Your Phone” application. At the time, this feature was limited to Windows Insiders users only, but now, Microsoft has officially launched this feature for all Windows 10 users.

                    The Microsoft Your Phone app is available for all iOS and Android phones. However, the app’s performance is more prominent in high-end Android phones (such as the Samsung Galaxy Note 10). In addition, the phone gallery function in the app has also been optimized. Users can now use the touch screen on the PC to interact with the phone. At the same time, it also supports dual SIM cards, new message notifications, battery status, wallpaper PC visibility, stylus Support, and copy and paste features across devices. This feature saves users the stress of multitasking across devices and you can attend to your phone and PC from your PC.

                    The idea of Your Phone is to link the PC and phone closer together, allowing you to receive notifications from your smartphone on the desktop, for example, and benefit from the convenience of replying to texts with a keyboard.

                    Taking calls on your PC is another reason why you might never need to pick up your phone again (or at least not be reaching for it nearly as much, anyway).

                    Enabling the phone calls feature requires permissions on your PC (unsurprisingly).

                    Seamless implementation
                    As to what you can actually do with this functionality, it allows you to make or answer calls on your PC as you’d expect. For making phone calls, there’s an in-app dialer and the ability to initiate a call directly from your contacts list.

                    And when there’s an incoming call, you don’t have to answer it – it’s possible to send it to voicemail, or alternatively decline it with a predefined message. Your Phone also allows users to seamlessly transfer a call between phone and PC, and it keeps a log of recent calls.

                    In short, it’s a very handy addition, and it comes on top of a ton of work that Microsoft has been doing of late to the Your Phone app. That includes transforming your PC’s touchscreen into a giant digital art pad for your phone (allowing for support for pressure sensitivity). Plus there’s potentially a nifty content transfer feature in the pipeline, to allow for the easy shuttling of files between PC and smartphone.

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