CALIFORNIA - Google has just updated the Maps application for Android in version 8.2. One of the key features is the availability of elevation information for cyclists.
The updated features that allow users to various channels based on the degree of elevation (height). In addition, Google also has a voice enter a new action that allows users to estimate the time of arrival at a place.
Users can even ask Google Maps for navigation mode lasts as reported Overclockersclub, Saturday (19/07/2014).
Other features available in the My Places Maps 8.2 is accessible in the navigation menu and provide search history, places that have been saved, as well as access maps offline. Although Google has officially released version 8.2 Maps users may still need time to be able to access it in full.
Google has introduced Volta Project as part of Project L. Volta Android is Google's attempt to extend the battery life of Android smartphones owned. Android Really L will have a longer battery life?
Ars Technica site on Thursday (03/07/2014) says has done preliminary testing on a Nexus device is running Andorid L 5 Developer Preview version. In these tests, it turns out Android L had 36 percent battery life longer.
Testing is done by comparing the same device, the Nexus 5, but running different operating systems, namely Android 4.4 and Android Kitkat L.
The battery is fully charged before the Nexus 5 is tested. After that tested browsing the web with the same standards, that is by setting the brightness of 200 nits. As a result, the battery Nexus with Android 4.4 5 KitKat can last for 6 hours 45 minutes.
After testing with Andorid KitKat. Nexus 5 is the same then fitted with Android OS L Developer Preview. It will then undergo the same test.
Apparently, the Android Nexus 5 L can last longer with a record time browsing the web for almost 8 hours.
Volta Project in Android Lazy L works with methods First, the application will disrupt the smartphone standby time is preempted and a new start when really needed.
Google announced a new Android mobile operating system called "Android L" in the app's developer conference Google I / O 2014 in San Francisco, United States, Wednesday (25/06/2014). Google promises Android L will slide this year and experienced a number of major changes, especially in terms of user interface.
The big change is happening because Google's new design language called Material Design.
Senior Vice President of Google for Android, Chrome and Apps, Sundar Pichai said, is to make changes to the look of Android is quite different L with Android version 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) which slide in 2011.
Android L offers a new look flat and simple interface with elements rounded and soft edges. More than that, Google also includes animation runs smooth in transition.
Android interface L underwent major changes. This change is called Materials Design which will also be applied on the Chrome OS and Google's services based websites
We also invite application developers to beautify the look of their applications with depth effect, splashes of color, and shadow. 
In the new version of Android, users can interact directly with the notification that appears on the screen is locked.
There is also a new interactive notification system called heads-up notifications. This feature is able to work when the user is playing games and appeared incoming calls. Well, this incoming call notification will appear at the top of the screen, then the user can completely ignore, accept or close calls.
Materials Design is not just intended for Android L, but also be applied to the operating system Chrome OS and Google's services on the website. This step shows how Google wants to provide a consistent experience to users.
Conference event Google I / O in San Francisco, United States, which took place on Wednesday (06/25/2015), is used by internet giant Google to announce Android One initiative.
Android One is a program to provide low-cost smartphone platform to be marketed in developing countries.
As quoted from The Verge, Google will make smartphone reference design model alias reference. This smartphone models then can be taken to be produced by the manufacturer of Google's partner.
According to Google, the Android smartphone generated through this program should be priced relatively affordable.
One Android phones using the Android operating system of Google's stock version, but the OEM manufacturer and carrier partners can add their own applications.
The process of software updates can be done automatically as in other Android phones.
Android One program will first start up in India around the third quarter of 2014, in which the Google partners in the country, such as Karbonn, Cromax, and will be co-produced Spice One Android phone.
Google also shows an example of a unit made by Micromax One Android smartphone is equipped with 4.5 inch screen, FM radio, dual-SIM, and SD Card slot. This smart phone is valued less than 100 U.S. dollars.
Amount of content in the Google Play Store has penetrated 700 thousand applications. A very large number of applications for shop class, where the majority of applications that are served free nature. But it all has consequences in terms of quality. For example you may have seen some fake applications in the Play Store. This is due to lack of review system for receipt of applications in the Google Play Store. Even when the night application developers who create applications and
uploaded to Google Play Store, next the application is already
appearing online on Google Play Store.
Far different from the review system for receipt of applications in
Apple's AppStore that take weeks to fib iOS application developers could
appear in Apple's AppStore.
Now, with the rise of the bogus applications allow users lay trapped because it was already downloaded it. His name is also a false application, the developer intentions were
varied, ranging from simply want to imitate the original application,
until the negative intentions, such as the spread of malware and scams.
Indeed, one can download the application minimized if users diligently read the article and see the reviews on the application. Or read the first comment from the user application at Play Store. Will be read, if the application is authorized or KW. But nonetheless there are users who are stuck. Seeing
the above case, for those who care about kelangsungkan Android
ecosystem, it's good to report to the 'authorities' when aware of
fraudulent applications. So sure, he reported to the police instead.
Departing from the number of users complain, Google in fact already prepared a path for the application of false reporting. Link reporting are:
https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/contact/takedown?hl=en
And, display the form is as follows
You just enter the name and link the application suspected of being spam or fraudulent applications. Of course you will report on further review by a team of Google. Well, so you also help the Android community in order to make Google Play Store free of fake applications.
WASHINGTON - Google has just released an update to the Google Maps application services for smart phones in iOS and Android . Reportedly , the update brings a number of special features , among others , can access Maps offline .Reported by BGR , Saturday ( 10/05/2014 ) , in order to enjoy the capabilities of Android and iOS users must first set it up .
First , the user can touch the profile button on the top right corner . Furthermore, scroll down and select mode " Offline Maps" .Find the area you want to keep as offline . In addition , this mode can store up to 6 regions . Phone Arena said , the region of the city of Paris just take as much as 6 MB of memory load .
When the area is too large to be stored , then I would suggest to re- zooming and save . Only after all that is done , users can enjoy features without an internet connection while activating the GPS .This facility is very useful when users travel to another country , in order to keep saving roaming charges .
Other features are also included in the update is , Sattellite , Terrain , Indoor Maps and 3D Buildings . But unfortunately , that particular feature can not be used offline .
Google has just released Google Docs productivity applications and Sheets for iPhone and iPad users. This application can be used to edit, create and view files both online and offline.
Thus, the choice of a growing number of iPad users have previously also been launched Microsoft Office for the iPad. Unfortunately, relatively Freemium Office for iPad, we are required to subscribe in order to edit the document.
With Google Slides, we can make presentations, like PowerPoint. Meanwhile, Google Docs has a feature | Recently Edited Files and Autosave, so users can work without worrying about missing documents when suddenly the error.
Google Docs and Google Sheets already available for free in the App Store (Docs, Sheets) and of course, also available on Google Play Store
For some types of Android phones , like the Nexus 5 or Galaxy 5 , the user can taste a sophisticated voice command system . And it will continue to be developed .
Call ' Ok Google ' on the home screen Galaxy Nexus 5 or 5 , then Android can be ordered to do several things . Unlike other phones that typically have to open the application or pressing certain buttons .
Voice command function on Android will continue to be developed , not
exclusively for the reminder schedule or declarant cucaca information
and points of interest around , but start teringrasi with certain
applications .
Leaks
reported by Android Police mentioned that Now the style of accessing
Google Galaxy Nexus 5 and S5 could have taken another keperangkat with
lower specs . And sophisticated , voice commands can be used while in the application .
When
was brosing for example , staying said ' Ok I ' then go to command
others to share web pages, take a screenshot , and a few other things . This also applies when the user opens the photo gallery , you can send pictures to other devices simply by voice .
In keselurahn function of the commands Android voice will be much integrated into alikasi . Unfortunately, Google is still silent about this leak
Google officially entered in the business of smart devices that can be used in the human body ( wearable device) to provide the Android operating system Wear . To begin with , Google is moving aggressively to invite its partners to make smart watches with Android Wear .
A number of features in Google's flagship Android has prepared Wear . In a promotional video Wear Android , Google shows the features of the flagship .
Wear with Android devices can provide notification of the application reminders , messaging , phone , social networking , e - mails up to run on smart phones . Yes , Android devices can be connected to Wear Android phone via Bluetooth connection .
Google also allows Android Wear support multi - screen . For example , a song that is played from watches , musical sounds can be removed from the speaker in the smart phone .
Fitness applications become a key feature of Android Wear . When running or cycling activities , Google claims the operating system is able to record in real -time speed and distance and accurate information .
Digital map Google Maps application are included as complementary fitness applications and serves as a guide . However , the Google Maps application on Android Wear course has been modified and trimmed function given the limitations of screen size on wearable devices.
There are also features Google Now that allows users to give commands by voice . Features search by voice command or it can diaktfikan by saying , " Okay Google . "
Google successfully woo big technology companies to make smart watches with Android Wear . Asus , Samsung , HTC , Motorola , and LG , have expressed commitment to support Android Wear .
Motorola has introduced a smart wristwatch named Moto 360 . The product carries a minimalist design , with a screen that is protected by a circular frame .
Not only circular watches , Android also supports design Wear a watch with a square screen . LG make smart watches square , named G Watch . The product is in production stage and is expected to be available in the market in the second quarter of 2014.
Not only technology company , Google also lobbied fashion companies in order to adopt Android Wear . Fossil watches will release Android Wear the end of 2014 .
Google has just officially broadcast related companies developing Android projects Wear . Wear Android is the Android platform specifically for wearable devices that are currently still mostly overwhelmed by the smartwatch . After hours of smart , focused operating system will be extended to smartgadget in the near future .
Wear Android allows users to interact with wearable hers through voice commands . Miniature version of the mobile OS can give a direct answer to the user , either through the display screen and voice feedback .
Wear maximize Android smart clock function to receive notifications from the device , as well as showing the info and advice you need . Users will be facilitated in receiving a variety of messages and updates from your favorite social apps , chat apps , latest news , and more .
Wear one Android sophistication seen in the features ' Ok Google . ' Just to say ' Ok Google , ' you can ask a question though most details , such as how many calories in an avocado , how long your flight time , or who want to know the score of the match . Features ' Ok I ' can also be used for things such as daily necessities call a taxi , send text messages , make restaurant reservations , setting alarms , to play music playlists on the phone .
Wear Android capabilities can also be utilized to monitor the health and fitness . Attach reminders and review your health summary from the Android Wear . Favorite applications can provide real-time speed , distance and time information when running or walking straight from your wrist .
Talk continuity Android devices will contain Wear , Google has formed partnerships with handset manufacturers such as Asus , HTC , LG , and Samsung , plus manufacturing including Broadcom chipset , Imagination , Intel , Mediatek and Qualcomm . Wear Android is undergoing a process of mass production , and will be reaching the market at the end of this year .
Google finally gives certainty will plunge into segments " wearable gadgets " . Certainty is revealed after Google promised to launch the software application development ( SDK software development kit ) that is made specifically for wearable devices .
This was revealed by Sundar Pichai , Google 's senior vice president of Android at SXSW conference in Austin , Texas , as quoted from Cnet ( 03/09/2014 ) .
According to Pichai , Google's SDK for wearable gadgets that will be released within the next two weeks or the end of March 2014. Thus , third party developers can begin using the Android operating system that could be used in wearable devices .
" In the next two weeks we will launch first for the Android SDK , so developers can have a view on this segment of the market , " said Pichai .
By launching the SDK , Google increasingly widely rumored to be making the operating system designed to run on wearable gadgets , like smartwatch . In addition to software , Google is also rumored to make the smart watches their own version .
Sources inside Google told CNET in February that at the time I was involved in talks with Korean vendor , LG for possible cooperation makes smartwatch . The plan , smartwatch will be showcased at the Google I / O in June.
Smartwatch - centric operating system that Google made the source said voice assistant based on Google Now and search features . Two features that are also known to be used in the Google Glass .
Smartwatch market does not generate significant profits . However , according to research carried Juniper Research , smartwatch segment will have the business value of up to 19 billion U.S. dollars in 2018 .
CALIFORNIA - The world increasingly concerned about cyber hacking and prone to theft as well . Based on recent reports security firm says , as many as 98 percent of apps in Android malware stored hazardous .
Recent data from the security firm Kaspersky Lab said, finding 10 million malicious Android applications that can mess up the system on one's smartphone . Start of sending spam or junk email , to steal the password of an account .
But the most targeted by cyber criminals is financial information , such as mobile banking applications , or SMS banking services , as well as BitCoin virtual currency .
" If 2011 was the year of mobile malware began to explore device , especially for Android devices . And in 2012 until the year of mobile malware growing diverse , then 2013 was the era of mobile malware became more vicious , " said Kaspersky Labs as quoted Dailymail , Monday ( 10/2 / 2014 ) .
The reason why Android into a hotbed for malware to breed because of the freedom provided by Google . Anyone can register his application developers with little requirements . This is in contrast to Apple's App Store that strictly select the application you want displayed in the App Store .
" Android continues to be the number one , with as much as 98.05 percent of malware . Nobody approached other OS . Why Android , because Android has an open architecture that makes it easy to use by the application developer or creator of the malware , " Kaspersky Labs spokesman said .
Malware is the most widely roam Android Trojan - SMS is as much as 36 percent , 26 percent Backdoor , Trojan 16 percent , Trojan - Downloader 7 percent , and various other malware as much as 15 percent .
Kaspersky Labs cited the loss that can be caused by malware named Trojan Carberp made in Russia . The malicious mobile viruses steal various financial information of mobile phone users , including the balance in the account , and then send it to the maker 's bank server malware .
According to information from the research institute IDC , in the second quarter of 2012 and has dominated the Android smartphone market share in Indonesia . Android is said to have reached 52 % market share , depose the dominance of the BlackBerry ( BB ) . It was also in line with global market trends . One impact is the purchasing power of Android-based smartphones and tablets jumped sharply , concrete and more people are switching from BB to Android users , too little or not having BB and Android . The point is to use two smartphones are now not something strange anymore .
And then the question arises among many users , how easy way to move contacts phonebook that has so much to buy a new Android gadgets . Or it could be the opposite , you want to transfer phonebook contacts from Android to BB . Nah , do not need to be complicated anyway , consider the following tips .
1 . Log in to the BB browser , type the URL : http://m.google.com/sync . Then after that instantly download . Once the application is installed , run the application directly , please do contact sync , if you want to sync the calendar can also be . Make sure you already have a Gmail account before, and this application is not available in the BlackBerry App Store .
2 . Then let the application work and upload the entire content .
3 . Once the process is complete a notification as the number of contacts that have been copied .
4 . The next process in the Android phone . You can easily pull the contact list before, just use Gmail email settings and snyc Gmail , all that data will automatically appear .
5 . Within about 5 menitan , the entire phonebook contacts can be displayed in full on the Android contacts menu . Access speed synchronization of course also related to the quality of the data rate , typically using WiFi will be faster .
KitKat new Android 4.4 officially launched Google olhe. Debuting with the new Nexus, Google directly targeting 1 billion users Android 4.4 for KitKat.
This target is not without reason that Google is preparing Android 4.4 to be used in all devices.
As known earlier, because of the memory constraints of a low-end smartphone could not get a newer version of Android. However, with the advent of KitKat was it going to change. Google claims Android 4.4 due KitKat unnecessary and consumes large memory, therefore the Android OS it will run smoothly, even on devices with only 512MB RAM.
After 2 Months ago announced, the latest Android version 4.4 finally officially diluncukan. And the good news is KitaKat Android 4.4, can be used for devices that use a minimum of 512 MB RAM.
Through this latest Google Android design view is more convenient for the music player, video player, gaming and ebook reader. Not only this users can also experience better performance while doing multitasking processes. In addition there are many other new features.
The latest Android version will debut with the new Nexus, the Nexus 5. And with minimum compatibility, then maybe the Entry level Android device will be able to experience the latest updates of the latest Android OS from Google's
CALIFORNIA - Google has just updated the Maps application for Android in version 8.2. One of the key features is the availability of elevation information for cyclists. 
