Download Updated YouTube App With iPhone 5 & iPad Supports

Yesterday Google has updated its YouTube for iOS app with added support for the iPhone5 and iPad. Now you can watch your favorite videos on your iPhone 5 larger display and on iPad as well. One more important feature that has been introduced is the support of Airplay that will help in streaming the videos smoothly. You can also tap logos to open the guide of channels.

Below are the features of YouTube App for iOS:

Features:

• Enjoy YouTube’s vast video catalog
• Find videos and channels more easily with voice search and query autocomplete
• Subscribe to channels and instantly access your subscriptions with the channel guide UI
• Read comments, browse related videos, enable subtitles and more – all while watching
• Easy video sharing to Google+, E-mail, Facebook and Twitter

What’s New In This Version:

• Optimized for iPad and iPhone 5
• Stream videos with AirPlay
• Tap logo to open your Guide of channels
• Add and remove videos from your playlists
• Clickable links in video descriptions
• Improved accessibility with VoiceOver

The YouTube app is available for free and you can download it from the App Store.

Download YouTube App For iPhone 5 and iPad

Nokia Lumia 620 Announced – Affordable Windows Mobile 8 Device

Here comes another brand new Nokia Lumia device i.e. Lumia 620 which is now most affordable as compared to previous two models Nokia Lumia 920 and 820. Today Nokia has announced Nokia Lumia 620 and released a video showing the features or Lumia 620, the important thing is that Lumia 620 is featuring an embedded 5 mega-pixel camera of same quality that the previous high priced Nokia Lumia versions are having giving plus point to this comparatively cheap device.

RIM today confirmed at Blackberry Jam Asia that BlackBerry 10 devices will be coming out in both Full Touch and QWERTY editions. This puts the rumours about RIM killing QWERTY keyboard to rest.

RIM is also releasing a new developer device today known as the Dev Alpha C which will be packing a QWERTY keyboard.

LG Optimus L9 launched in India at Rs. 23000

LG has launched the Optimus L9, their new Android Smartphone in the L-Style series in India. It was announced back in August and went on pre-order in India last week. It has a 4.7-inch qHD (960 x 540 pixels) IPS capacitive touch screen display and is powered by 1GHz dual-core TI OMAP 4430 processor. It runs on Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and has a 5MP auto focus camera at the back with LED flash, 1080p Full HD video recording and a VGA front-facing camera.

Airtel launches Emergency Alert Service

Airtel has launched Emergency Alert Service for their customers. This new 24×7 service lets them alert a pre-defined group of up to 10 mobile numbers automatically during emergency. Instead of sending messages to everyone during an emergency, subscribers can SMS SAFE to 55100 to let their loved ones know that they are safe along with their location. You can also SMS HELP to 55100 that will inform them that you need help.

Both the Airtel pre-paid and post-paid subscribers can call 55100 or type START or START <1stMobileNumber> <2ndMobileNumber>…. and SMS to 55100 to activate this service. The subscriber’s family and friends should verify their numbers if you add them to the service.

Other than SMS and call alerts, the subscriber’s family and friends would also receive 3 location updates at 10 minute intervals, after the initial alert. You can SMS TRACK ON to 55100 to activate the tracking feature.

The Airtel Emergency Alerts costs Rs. 30 for 30 days. Once the pack is activated, SMS to these numbers are not charged and works on all the mobile phones with SMS feature even if there is no balance.

Facebook Photo Sync feature starts rolling out for Android, iPhone and iPad apps

Facebook started testing Photo Sync feature for their Android, iPhone and iPad apps back in August. Now they have started rolling out the feature to everyone. There is no app update for this feature, you just get a notification when you open the Facebook app to enable Photo Sync feature. This automatically uploads entire photos in your phone as you capture. You can also sync your entire phone photos, and you get 2GB of storage for it. The auto photo upload feature is already available on Google+ as instant upload and in Dropbox as Camera Upload.

Norton Mobile Security released for iPhone and iPad

Symantec has released Norton Mobile Security for iPhone and iPad. It lets users keep their device secure, recover a lost or stolen device and prevent strangers from accessing their information. Unlike the Norton Mobile Security for Android, you can’t lock the device remotely or Block calls or SMS yet.

Features of Norton Mobile Security for iPhone and iPad

• Backup contacts online and restore it across devices (iPhone, iPad or Android)
• Control the security of the devices from one convenient Web interface
• Scream Alarm sets off an audible alarm to find the missing device
• Remote Locate lets you pinpoint a lost or stolen device on a map so users can find it fast

The Norton Mobile Security is priced at Rs. 599 for 1 year protection and is available for purchase from Norton online store. After purchasing the license, you can download the Norton Mobile Security on your iPhone or iPad and login with those credentials to use the app.

Windows Phone 7.8 update coming in ‘early 2013′

Microsoft just announced that the long awaited Windows Phone 7.8 update for existing handsets will roll out only in 2013. The most obvious part of the update is the new homescreen which will feature the same resizable live tiles as on Windows Phone 8 running smartphones.

The update will also bring some security enhancements for Exchange users and additional theme colors. The feature additions extend to the lockscreen where you’ll be able to automatically set the Bing picture of the day. While not as good as a complete upgrade to Windows Phone 8, the update should bring most of the user experience related improvements to current devices. Expect it to roll out to most of the Windows Phone 7.5 running devices sometime in Q1, 2013.

Flipkart launches Flyte eBooks for Android

Flipkart has launched Flyte eBooks for Android. The company launched Flyte MP3 downloads earlier this year along with a Flyte MP3 Android app. The new Flyte eBooks for Android that lets you download eBook on your Android device from a collection of over 60,000 paid books and about 4000 free eBooks. You can sign in to your Flipkart account, add money to your wallet and start buying the book from the app or purchase it online. Unlike the Amazon’s Kindle format (.azw or .mobi), this uses Flipkart’s propitiatory format (.fkb). You can download each Flipkart eBook to a maximum of six devices, similar to Amazon Kindle books.

Features of FlipkartFlyte eBooks for Android

• Preview up to 10% of a book for free before buying it
• Purchase books, add to your library and access from any Android device even when you’re offline.
• Flip through pages effortlessly with a simple tap or swipe
• Sync your reading location across multiple devices
• Take notes, highlight text, search, add multiple bookmarks and sync these to multiple devices
• Search for keywords and sentences in a book
• Adjust the display brightness, Change fonts and enable night mode while reading a book

Download Flipkart Flyte eBooks for Android from the Google Play Store for free.

Nexus 4 online orders for India and pricing

We’ve been bringing readers plenty of news about the Google Nexus 4 made by LG and although readers in many regions have been able to order directly from Google Play, our many readers in India have not been so fortunate. Today though we have some news on the Nexus 4 and online orders for India with pricing, although unfortunately the price for India is rather steep.

Customers in many countries have already been able to order the Nexus 4although it sold out notoriously quickly and so there are many people still waiting to get their hands on it. This Android 4.2 Jelly Bean handset is in huge demand while supplies are scarce. Although it went back on sale a few days ago in the US, those who managed to order it found that shipping times are now several weeks. However those in the UK have not got the option to order as the phone is simply listed at the Google Play Store as sold out, asking potential customers to check back another time.

Windows Phone 7.8 running on Nokia Lumia 510, coming this Wednesday?

The guys over at winp.cn posted a video demoing the upcoming Windows Phone 7.8 running on the Nokia Lumia 510. Check the video after the break.

The new update is rumored to be released in the coming weeks but according to WMPoweruser the update might be start to roll out this Wednesday. Windows Phone 7.8 will bring some nice features like: re-sizable Tiles, new accent colors, dynamic Bing Lockscreen wallpaper, Bluetooth File Transfer and other improvements.

New Apple Ad By Best Buy [Finding Santa]

Watch below a new ad about the Apple products that titles “Finding Santa”.

You can do anything with your gifts – including track down Santa Claus with all of your Apple products. All things Apple. All at your local Best Buy.

FaceFlow Will Be The Skype Alternative On BalckBerry 10

Faceflow is the one of the free voice and video calling and instant messaging service, which is available for use on your computer. If you want to use the Faceflow on your mobile till now the official app is not available but they have given a mobile section. If you visit the link you can see clearly that they have mentioned that Faceflow will be very soon available on BlackBerry 10 operating system. The BlackBerry 10 is the next generation BB operating system which is expected to be released in January 2013. By using the FaceFlow BlackBerry app, users shall be able to place voice & video calls on BlackBerry devices free of charge to other Faceflow users on any device and to other BlackBerry devices.

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Nokia Asha 205 and Nokia 206 launched

It seems never a day goes by without more new smartphones being announced or leaked and today it’s the turn of the Nokia Asha 205 and Nokia Asha 206. These two new affordable phones have just been announced by Nokia and introduce a new Facebook button as well as Slam, a new service enabling fast content sharing.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE with Android Jelly Bean launched in Korea

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE running Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) for the Korean Market. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE comes with similar features as the Galaxy Note 10.1, including a 10.1-inch WXGA (1280 x 800 pixel) TFT display, 1.4 GHz Quad-Core Processor, 2GB RAM and a 7,000mAh battery. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE would come with VoLTE (Voice over LTE) feature that simultaneously supports voice call, video, and data transmission.

The Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) would bring new features including  multi-screen, an upgraded version of multi-window feature, Air View, that lets you just hover with the S Pen over an email, S Planner, image gallery, or video to preview the content without having to open it and Easy Clip S Pen feature. It would also have new fonts, enhanced Pop Up Play and more.

Samsung started rolling out Android 4.1 Premium Suite Upgrade for the 3G version of the Note 10.1 earlier this month, starting from Germany. They plan to roll out the update to other countries gradually later this year.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE would go on sale in Korea starting from 23rd November through all the 3 major carriers , SK Telecom (SKT), Korea Telecom (KT) and LGU+.

Nokia HERE Maps for iPhone and iPad now available for download

Nokia announced  last week that they would launch HTML5-based HERE Maps app for Android and iOS. Now the HERE Maps is available for iPhone and iPad users.  This uses NAVTEQ mapping data and lets you explore and search places easily. It also offers live traffic view, public transport line, driving directions, voice navigation, option to save maps data for offline use and more.

Features of Nokia HERE Maps for iPhone and iPad

• Map views – Pick the map you need from map view, live traffic view, public transport line view or satellite view
• Save map areas & wander without data coverage
• Access community maps created and updated by users in select countries
• Maps, search and place coverage for nearly 200 countries
• Search with history and suggestions
• Share places with just a tap, including the location and how to get there, over SMS, email, or social networks
• Organize places you love into Collections
• Sign in to HERE Maps with your Nokia Account or Facebook login
• Sync with Here.net – Access your Collections anywhere
• Step-by-Step voice-guided walk navigation
• Walk navigation through pedestrian routes, parks, alleyways, and more
• Public transportation and driving directions

Download HERE Maps for iPhone and iPad from the Apple iTunes Store for free. We will have you the hands on demo of the app soon.

Aircel Pocket Internet Games Card with unlimited games and 2G data launched

DisneyUTV Digital announced yesterday that they have partnered with EA Mobile to bring games for carriers and OEMs in India. Now, Aircel has launched Aircel Pocket Internet Games card in partnership with DisneyUTV and Electronic Arts (EA). This would let Aircel customers download and play any number of games and play immediately without staying connected. Some of the EA and Disney’s exhaustive gaming title library include, Need for Speed, EA Cricket, FIFA, Medal of Honor, Pirates of Caribbean and more.

This card would also offer unlimited 2G internet surfing on mobile. This is targeted at youth and young working professionals. Aircel prepaid users with GPRS enabled mobile handset can enjoy these games with Rs. 34 and Rs. 69 Pocket Internet Games card. The Rs. 34 and Rs. 69 gaming cards offer 7 days and 14 days validity, respectively.  These gaming card denominations vary based on the circle.

Aircel has released a series of 6 exclusive card designs for Pocket Internet Games which would be available over the retail counters for mobile users. The company plans to bring in more designs to refresh the youth interest based on the response. You can read more about the games from pocketinternetgames.com.

Jolla unveils Sailfish OS and SDK, partners with ST-Ericsson and DNA

Jolla Mobile, the Finnish mobile startup has unveiled their new Sailfish OS with effortless and innovative User Interface (UI) at the Slush startup event in Finland as they announced last month. They have also released Sailfish Software Development Kit (SDK) for the developer community and announced that the Jolla devices would be powered by ST-Ericsson’s Nova Thor processor. They have also partnered with Finnish carrier DNA.

Skype for Android v3.0 update brings new Tablet UI, Improved audio

Microsoft launched the Preview version of the Skype for Windows Phone 8 was launched last week, now the Skype for Android app has been updated to version 3.0. This version has new User Interface (UI) that is optimized for large screen on tablets. This would make it easy to make a voice or video call and send messages with the new split screen interface on tablets. This version also has improved audio quality with a new wideband audio codec, option to merge your Skype account with your Microsoft account and more new features.

World of Red Bull app released excusively for Nokia Lumia and Asha phones

Nokia has launched World of Red Bull app exclusively for Lumia and Asha phones. This app offers latest news, interviews, interactive maps, localized events, access to athletes, moving and still images from all Red Bull sports and playgrounds, all at one place.

Features of World of Red Bull app

• Offers Updates, content and behind the scenes footage of Red Bull athletes
• Get videos, news stories, images, interviews and features about athletes
• Get upcoming Red Bull events in one place
• Culture channel for discovering Red Bull Dance, Film, Gaming, Music, Creativity and more
• Map feature shows world map with videos and still images and events in a maps view
• Near Me option shows events happening in your area
• My Red Bull channel lets you find an event, athlete, sport or featured story and lets you register your interest with Add To My Red Bull option.

Download World of Red Bull app for Lumia devices from the Nokia Collection and for the Asha devices from the Nokia Store.