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How WhatsApp Spying Creates a More Aware Digital Parent.by Hanry James #WhatsApp #DigitalParent #XNSPY

Is your child accessing content they should not or do you know what your child is doing,have you set up restrictions on home PCs and tablets,installed parental controls ???? Its estimated around 70% of children hide content from their parents……..

Spying is a touchy subject but being a Digital Parent in todays world is not  Hanry James explains how you can become  a digital parent and talks about XNSPY .

I know how sometimes catching up with your children’s tech trends can be exhausting. Just when you thought you’ve caught up with Facebook, they’ve moved onto Twitter and so forth. But that’s what we’re here for. To keep you informed so you can be the alert digital parent. So today, we’ll talk to you about WhatsApp spying. The reason this is so important in 2014 is because kids are increasingly using WhatsApp, the instant messenger as their means of communication. And if you’re not monitoring this, you’re eluding 70% of their digital communications.

Why is WhatsApp Monitoring Important?

Well, for starters, conversations on WhatsApp tend to go longer than your average SMS conversations. The reason is simple: WhatsApp is not only free, it is instant. And for another thing, it allows kids to have group conversations, which means more than 2 people can be involved in one window. See why monitoring WhatsApp becomes so important?

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XNSPY, the Number 1 WhatsApp Monitor

So when I talk to you about monitoring your kid’s WhatsApp, one software comes to mind: XNSPY. It is the parenting app that lets you remotely view all the activities on your child’s smartphone. And this includes WhatsApp. With XNSPY, you’ll be able to view your kid’s chats live as they are happening. As if you were actually holding their phone. You’ll be able to

Read through the entire WhatsApp chats

View all the media shared through those chats

Retrieve the names and numbers of the WhatsApp contacts

Know the exact time and date at which each message was sent/received

You can also set limits by putting some contacts or words on your ‘Watchlist’. So any time a suspicious word is used or an undesirable contact messages your kid, you will be sent a notification.

Be a Complete Digital Parent

Leaving children unattended with their smartphone maybe  irresponsible, it is also dangerous. WhatsApp spying and monitoring their phones as a whole only makes you a more responsible digital parent who is in tune with their kid’s technologies. Trying XNSPY might just let you protect your kids better.

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Yahoo LiveText now on Android and iOS #Yahoo #Android #iOS #Chat

Yahoo has officially announced Livetext, an app where users chat with friends by sharing video and text — but THERE IS NO SOUND.Yahoo Livetext  was being tested in Hong Kong, Taiwan and Ireland over the last few months.Plenty of messaging apps out there today but this is something new and as consumers we like new ideas so lets have a look….

Arjun Sethi, Senior Director, Product Management  says  “Connecting with your friends should be spontaneous, convenient and memorable – but also fleeting, just like a real-life conversation. So today, we’re introducing Yahoo Livetext – a new way to communicate that blends the immediacy, simplicity and ease of texting with the expressiveness of video, without the audio. We see video as a way to make your conversations more authentic, and we see text as a way to connect that’s quick and non-intrusive. We think you’re really going to love it.Starting tomorrow, Yahoo Livetext will be in five new countries – U.S., U.K., Canada, Germany and France.

Yahoo Livetext puts your words and your friend’s real-time reactions at the center of your conversation. Whether you’re watching Avicii DJ at the Creamfields Festival, at Venice Beach or taking in the view from the Eiffel Tower, you can spontaneously connect with the people you care about and invite them to experience moments with you. Your friend’s goofy look or giant smile, even her eye roll or silent sigh, suddenly become a part of your conversation. Simple conversations are transformed into vivid, authentic and memorable experiences that you can share anytime.

Key Features:
FREE FOREVER: You and your friends can live video text as much as you want! Livetext uses your internet connection (Wi-Fi when available and your cell connection otherwise.)
ONE-TO-ONE: Not for group messaging, it’s like you’re passing notes in class.
TEXT + LIVE VIDEO: Both at the same time – it’s amazing.
NO CALLS: Just live video text your friends and you’ll see them instantly when they enter chat.
ADD FRIENDS: Use their Livetext ID or your address book contacts to connect.
PROFILE PICTURE: Use any image to show your friends who you are.

Note this is only rolling out now so you may need to check back depending on region

[Download on Android] [Download on iOS]

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Selfie stick owners rejoice,there is a site to tell you if you are banned or not. #SelfieStick

Selfie sticks are a craze right now and also a pain in the ass for some,personally I hate them,they are annoying and pointless in most cases,with mobile phones getting better and devices that have cameras with good front facing cameras like Lumia phones there is no need for them and eventually we hopefully will see the craze slack off.

However people still carry them around like a spare limb and they annoy people with them,quite similar to folks who carry umbrellas and carelessly wave them all over the place..

There is now a site that can tell owners if they are allowed bring their weapon of annoying destruction with them or not,over the last year many places have imposed bans on them which is welcome in my book..

 

CanIBringMySelfieStick.com lists more than 100 attractions around the world, and whether selfie sticks are permitted are not.

Users can search by name, city or country and the website will list relevant locations with either a Yes or a NO.. As seen below we have a few Yes votes here in Ireland…

The website also gives more detailed information where needed, for example, Alton Towers says ‘yes’ to selfie sticks, but not on the rides.

While selfie sticks are the affordable tech gadget of the moment, their increasing use has led to a backlash with many finding them annoying and obstrusive, as well as potential safety concern.

Created by online ticket company AttractionTix.co.uk, the website will soon be adding the ability to submit new attractions.

Selfie stick restrictions are becoming increasingly common and have already been banned from numerous locations including several sports ground, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, London’s National Gallery, and all of Disney’s theme parks.

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Samsung – Galaxy Unpacked event for August 13th #Samsung #GalaxyUnpacked

Samsung have announced a date for the next Unpacked Event which is slated for August 13,no details on what devices will be announced though its speculated that it will the the Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy 6 Edge plus.Viewers will be able to watch the event on You Tube too.

All there is to go on for now is an image with curves..

 

The deets..

  • Date: August 13th (Thurs) 11:00 EDT (Doors Open at 10:00 EDT)

 

  • Venue: Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, New York, USA

 

The One Plus 2 finally goes official. #OnePlus2 #Tech #Mobile

In the early hours of the morning the much awaited One Plus 2 was unveiled with an exclusive VR launch or you could have used the One Plus launch app..

The OnePlus 2 comes carrier-unlocked with wide range band support for service providers worldwide. And, with dual SIM capabilities, you can connect to two networks simultaneously to travel with ease. Manage your work life and personal life without the need to carry around two phones. It’s one device, for everything.This first device was also sim free and now this being dual sim offers more to customers,the first model was single sim..

The One Plus 2 comes with a Snapdragon 810 (v.2.1) 4GB ram, 64GB storage, 5.5′” display, 3300 mAh battery, FP scanner & dual SIM 4G. But something is missing for some and that is NFC….there is none..perhaps later NFC could be added with a modded cover ??

The OnePlus 2’s laser autofocus system locks in a touch-free and precise focus in under 0.2 seconds. When you prepare to take a picture, lasers automatically scan the scene, finding the ideal focus point. Never miss that perfect shot or let blurriness ruin a perfect moment.The sensor contains large 1.3µm light-collecting pixels—the biggest ever in a 13MP smartphone camera—for unmatched low-light performance. A six-element lens prevents distortion, making sure that photos are clear and crisp. Day or night, make every shot beautiful.The OnePlus 2’s camera app is simple to use but packed with power features, allowing you to fine-tune settings and capture stunning 4K video, slow-motion video, time lapses.

The One Plus will be priced at $329 (€339) for 16GB and $389 (€399) for 64GB variant  and again we have an invite system to get the device,this may annoy some but One Plus say they have more stock this time around so the wait should not be what some users experienced on the first version..The One Plus 2 also comes with style swap covers which gives user more customization this time around too with a removable back cover.Do we have a flagship killer again this year ?? It looks go and we will report soon when we get ours… See more over at OnePlus.. or check out the video below from the you tube master Marques Brownlee.

 

World’s First Smartphone Wireless Charging Monitor, by Samsung #Wireless #Charging

Samsung has announced the Worlds First Smartphone Wireless Charging Monitor the SE 370.this comes in two sizes 23.6 inches and 27 inches. It was bound to happen and Samsung have got here now, Other companies already havE introduced built in Wireless Charging into items such as tables and bedside lockers etc you now  have it for your workspace and really it just saves clutter,will be handy for those who work on PCs all day…

Displays are Full-HD 24-inch display named the S24E370DL, as well as a 27-inch panel, named the S27E370DS. Both screens come with AMD’s anti-flicker gaming tech and a 178-degree viewing angle, making them ideal for gaming..

“Technology should support, not interfere with, active lifestyles. Our customers increasingly rely on mobile devices to obtain information and interact with others; so by doing away with the clutter on their desks, we are helping them to use their mobile devices in a smarter way,” said Seok-gi Kim, Senior Vice President, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Through the integration of wireless mobile charging technology, our innovative SE370 monitor dramatically improves efficiency, convenience and connectivity at home and at work – representing another significant milestone in our long history of industry-firsts.”

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Laya Healthcare App. Paperless claims make life easy #Apps #Laya #Health

Laya Healthcare users will be delighted to know there is a new app in which cuts out the paper which is not only time consuming its also good for the environment. With this app you can submit receipts and get claims back much quicker than the traditional way..

The Laya Healthcare App gives members the option to photograph their day to day medical expense receipts and submit directly to our Claims Department for assessment. Not only can you easily and securely submit your day to day expense claims, but you’ll be supporting a cleaner environment, as no paper will be sent to laya healthcare for the completion of your claim. You will also be able to review past claims submitted through the app and your membership details.

Features:
· Easily submit your day to day claims.

· Simply photograph your receipts and add a couple of details.

· Submit one receipt or save them up to submit a few in one go.

· Easily sign up to use the app.

[ Download on Android 4.0 devices and higher ] Download on iOS ]

Meerkat launches GoPro integration on iOS #Meerkat #GoPro

Streaming video app Meerkat will now allow Go Pro 3 users stream from their camera which sound pretty cool as Go Pros are popular these days,Go Pro 4 users can do so with the next update,Periscope users cant do such a task yet and its a move for Meerkat to capture some audience so what will periscopes next move be ??

As of now its for iOS users only so most likely the next move is Android one would presume..

https://twitter.com/AppMeerkat/status/624271796867592192

This is the latest move as Meerkat and rival Periscope step up their battle for the next frontier of video. It’s the latest in a series of announcements for Meerkat, including the ability to connect to Facebook profiles, and “Cameo,” the ability for users to switch their live stream over to someone else, for a brief cameo.

Meerkat made the announcement at VidCon, the online video creators conference, where it was first reported by CNBC.

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One Plus 2 launch app is ready to download. #OnePlus #App #VR

The VR APP is now ready to download from the playstore folks go get it now..This means if you missed out on the VR Cardboard giveaway you can still watch the event from your device.. You can also register for an INVITE right HERE

[ The launch app is available for download ] Use it to watch the world’s first product launch come to life on July 27, 7 pm PT.

If you don’t have a headset to watch in VR, never fear! Just click here for more information. We wont go on about all the speculation of the device,we leave that to others..

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