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How to sync data between Android device and PC using Cheetah sync

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How to sync data between Android device and PC using Cheetah sync

Syncing one’s smartphone data with PC or laptop has always been a messy affair involving lots of wires. But, with WiFi getting speedier and devices getting faster, there is no need to follow the usual path.

Rather than struggling with the wires and the folders and the device permissions, just simply set up an automated sync with your computer and your device will always stay tuned to the latest and the most recent using Cheetah sync on Android.

Cheetah sync makes use of a two way data sync to keep the files updated on the device as well as the computer at the same time. Two-way data sync means that any changes made to the content of the folder specified on one device will automatically be replicated in the other device.
Syncing data between computer and Android device or vice versa with Cheetah Sync is quite simple. All you need to have is the mobile client and desktop server of Cheetah Sync properly set up on their respective platforms and that they are synced with each other using WiFi network.

All this requires just about a little know how and a free to use utility for both your computer and Android device to get the access of your computer in your hands. So let’s see how to control your PC with your android tablet

Step 1

Download the PC version of the Cheetah Sync utility and install it on your computer. If you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7 make sure you install the application with administrator privileges. While Windows XP user need not worry about anything. Input the required details and the setup will guide you through the whole process.

Step 2

Once the installation is complete, the software will automatically detect the network and the address of the host computer. All you need to is input the and the default directory.

Step 3

Now that your PC installation is complete, you need to install the application on your mobile device/tablet. There is a free utility by the name of Cheetah Sync that can be installed on you device. Users can either search it on the store through the device or can use the direct link as well.

Step 4

After the installation, open the application and select sync jobs to sync the Android device and the computer.

Step 5

The Cheetah sync software application will automatically detect the computer on which the application is already running. If the application prompts then enter the password to complete the connection.

This application utilises the WiFi network and does not require internet connectivity but this application can only sync when both the host Android device and the computer are in the same network. After the detection to create the job select create job from the prompt.

Step 6

The application will prompt you to select the PC folder for the sync. Select the desired folder you want to sync with your device. Note: all the sub folders within the selected folder will automatically be synced with the device.

Step 7

The next prompt will ask you to specify the folder you wish to select on your Android device as well. Select it from the prompt.

Step 8

Once successful, the next window will show you the sync folders created in the application menu. Select the job to begin sync.

Step 9

The first sync might take a longer time as the files from both devices will be transferred to their respective folders on the devices. The progress bar and files synced shows alongside the job page.

Step 10

Once the sync is done, you can either keep the sync job or if you want to tweak some options, you can select the menu option to do so. Once the job is successful you can use it every time you are in the same network to sync files and folders.

Aircel launches in MP and Chattisgarh

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Aircel has announced the launch of its GSM mobile services in Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh, taking the number of circles it is present in to 19.
In these circles, the telecom operator has introduced the tariff plan at half rate – at one paise per two seconds for all local calls. The offer is bundled with free local of up to 50 SMS, 150 SMS and 300 SMS, respectively depending on the product, and is valid for 30 days.
Aircel is also offering free incoming benefits for customers travelling to neighbouring states of Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, for a period of 90 days. For calls to Gulf, USA and Canada, Aircel is providing an ISD package for USA and Canada at Rs 1.50 per minute, and for UAE, Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar at Rs 6.25 per minute.
Gurdeep Singh, chief operating officer, Aircel said in a company statement, “With mobile penetration of 40 per cent in Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh, there is a huge opportunity to serve our consumers.”
Aircel has a subscriber base of 40 million and is the fifth largest operator in the country. It is present in 19 telecom circles – Mumbai, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh East, Uttar Pradesh West, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Kolkata, Assam, Bihar, Chennai, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, North-East, Orissa, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, and now Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh.

HTC’s cheapest smartphone coming to India via Vodafone

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Taiwan based handset manufacturer HTC is set to launch its entry level smartphone, Explorer, in India. The phone, earlier called Pico, will be unveiled today in New Delhi.
HTC Explorer will be launched in India first and then in other countries. The phone, which will be HTC’s cheapest product so far, is priced at less than Rs 10,000.

The phone is expected to feature a 600 processor, a 3.2 inch HVGA display, 384 RAM, 512 MB ROM, 5 megapixel camera, and 2.3 with HTC Sense 3.5.

The phone is also going to be offered along with special tariff plans from Vodafone. We expect it to include some free data access, and some preferential call rates for a limited period.

HTC’s global team is coming for the event and is expected to talk about the companies’ strategy for India. HTC has already said that India is one of the most important markets for the country and this global launch proves that.

Spice to launch dual SIM Android handset

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Spice Mobility (S Mobility), which has changed its focus from low end feature phones to smartphones, is set to launch a new dual handset with 3.5 inch screen in the next couple of days.

While talking to The Mobile Indian, Payal Gaba, general manager of marketing at Spice Mobiles, said, “We are going to launch Mi350 Android phone in the Indian market within next two-three days. This will be India’s first dual GSM SIM Android handset with capability. It will also have a 3.5 inch capacitive touchscreen and a 5 camera.”

She added, “We are pricing it close to Rs 9,000 and the phone will be based on Android 2.3 Gingerbread.”

Spice Mi350 is already available in the Malaysian market with the same name, and is part of the portfolio of CSL, which is a Spice group company. However, in that country the phone is based on Android 2.2 Froyo and comes with a 600 processor.

Other features of the phone include GPS, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth, and 5 megapixel camera. Other Android essentials like a gravity sensor and are also present.

The 3.5 inch capacitive touchscreen displays 480 x 320 pixel or HVGA quality, and is powered by a Qualcomm 600 MHz processor, 512 and 512 MB ROM.

Payal also said that Spice will be aggressive in launching Android devices in the next couple of months. We will bring you all the details in the next couple of days.

Currently Spice has another dual SIM Android phone – Mi270, but it does not have 3G capability. The only other dual SIM Android phone in India is Motorola Milestone XT800 which is a CDMA+GSM dual SIM high end phone that costs nearly Rs 19,000.

RIM to launch Bump-like app using NFC

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BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (RIM) is planning to launch a peer to peer (P2P) application like Bump to transfer information

RIM recently launched Curve 9360 and Bold 9900 smartphones in India with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, which allows communication between two devices that are up to 20 cm apart. needs chips, software and an platform like BlackBerry OS7.

Krishnadeep Baruah, director of marketing at RIM India said to The Mobile Indian, “RIM will soon launch a P2P (like Bump), through which users who have NFC enabled smartphones like Curve 9360 or Bold 9900 can transfer contacts, images and other files among themselves.”

He further added, “We are also working in other areas like mobile payment where we can incorporate NFC technology embedded in our new phones to make the lives of BlackBerry users simple but it will take some time as necessary approvals from regulators and our partners is awaited.”

In the meantime, RIM is working with HID Global to enable users of new versions of RIM’s Bold and Curve smartphones, which support NFC. HID Global manufacturers access card systems for door locks and secure areas. In companies, employees often have to swipe a plastic card at a reader to gain access to their building or to activate the lift.

BlackBerry’s NFC operates at a similar to HID’s contactless smart cards, meaning the company did not have to change its existing systems to migrate to smartphones carrying the chip.

In the days to follow, users in India can expect BlackBerry devices which support NFC to function as mobile wallets, card readers and in the P2P (peer-to-peer) mode.

In mobile wallet mode NFC devices can function as credit cards, debit cards, or tickets for public transport.

In card reader mode NFC devices can read tags. This is similar to how barcode scanning works today. This mode of using NFC is currently being used in London’s museums where visitors just need to touch their phones to tags of certain exhibits and can instantly get more information about the display.

Buying mobile phones outside India? Think again

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Buying mobile phones outside India? Think again

A plethora of mobile phones is now available in India but many people still feel that the grass is greener on the other side (i.e. in the West). Anyone can be tempted to buy a mobile phone or pick up a tablet while on a trip to western countries. One may certainly get a good deal on the price but unknowingly loses out on something very important &#151 warranty. That’s one thing which everyone expects but rarely bothers to dig deep into.

Recently, the unlocked iPhone 4 was one of the hottest and most sought after devices in India. Such unlocked mobile phones can be bought from grey markets, third-party channels and also through official stores from Western countries.

However, in case your mobile phone starts giving you issues, then the only thing that comes to your mind is warranty. There are three different types of warranty from different mobile phone manufacturers.

The manufacturer’s warranty is the one offered by the original manufacturer of the product for repairing the mobile phone in case any defects are found after purchase. For example, Micromax recently announced an exchange policy for defective handsets.

Second is the replacement warranty which is offered by the dealer/seller or the manufacturer to replace the mobile phone for any manufacturing defects and if the device is still in the warranty period.

Finally, dealer warranty is when the dealer offers to get the mobile phone repaired within a certain period after purchase.

Whether online or offline, the purchase of unlocked handsets have the manufacturer’s warranty limited to the country of purchase. So if you have purchased a handset from India, then you cannot have it replaced outside India even if your phone is within the warranty period.

Talking about the warranty of iPhone 4, Apple India stated that the “iPhone is the only Apple product that comes with the warranty limited to the country of purchase.”

Even Apple Authorised Resellers like Maple India will not offer any replacement warranty on iPhone. The same is reflected in the iPhone 4 Limited Warranty document.

For instance, if you have bought an unlocked iPhone 4 or BlackBerry handset from the United States, then the warranty on that device is limited to the United States only. In case you bought the same unlocked handset to India you will not be able to claim warranty on the mobile phone here.

In short, the warranty of a mobile phone is limited to the country in which it was purchased.

Primarily, the warranty period of the handset is offered for a twelve month period. Chargers, batteries, headsets, cables and usually covers are covered under warranty ranging from six months to nine months. A majority of mobile phone manufacturers like Sony Ericsson, Samsung, LG, Nokia and HTC offer a year-long warranty that involves repairing the defective parts or replacing software.

Mobile phones are usually available in India in two basic ways &#151 unlocked or carrier locked. An unlocked mobile phone means without any carrier code/apps and ready to be used with any GSM module. In several countries, only cellular operators enjoy the pleasure to sell contract-free or unlocked handsets but in those cases the mobile phone still comes with some carrier software.

Carrier-locked mobile phones mean the device comes with specific software and has network connectivity locked down to a particular cellular service provider. Unlocking carrier locked handsets violates the device warranty in any country.

Advait Vaidya, senior product manager for RIM India, shed light on the matter, stating, “International warranty on mobile phones is a big logistical and regulatory challenge. In many countries, the cellular service providers sell unlocked as well as locked handsets with their own verified code running on it. In case anyone flashes or applies a software version other than the original one, the warranty is void.”

So it is a big logistical challenge for mobile phone makers to offer international warranty on mobile phones because a) cellular operators wish to get consumers to buy mobiles from them or use their custom code bearing software, and b) legal regulations differ from country to country. The most important reason for employing country specific warranty is to prevent the grey market import-export business from flourishing so that official retail partners are protected.

An online marketplace like eBay is the ground for several sellers for offering handsets with or without warranty. However, eBay India does give clarity on different types of warranty that sellers on eBay India may offer, which can be read here.

Basic requirements to claim warranty

The basic requirement to claim warranty is that you have the warranty card/certificate duly filled and stamped by the seller. Besides that, several manufacturers provide warranty that covers faulty part replacement only. Also, the owner of the mobile phone is expected to produce/share the original copy of the bill that has the handset’s number clearly mentioned on it. The mobile phone owner is required to visit the nearest service center with the mobile phone, warranty card and original copy of the bill to make the best of the warranty.

When purchasing a new mobile phone, thoroughly check for original logos, markings and see that the packaging is intact &#151 non-tampered. Always insist on getting the warranty card stamped and signed by the dealer.

Do not be surprised or agitated if the official channel of mobile manufacturers in India refuses to repair/service your mobile phone in case you fail to produce all the documents mentioned above or if the handset has been bought outside India. In that case you will have to shell out some cash from your own pocket and get your phone repaired from third party service centers.

Skype for iOS gets anti shake video update

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Skype has released an update for its application, which also brings a host of new and neat features including some bug fixes. The updated Skype application can now be used through a headset or handsfree just the way you use it while making a regular call.

To make the much more usable while walking and even while driving Skype has added a video stabilisation feature. Along with this some tweaks have been made to the interface as well to make the app easier to use.

But along with the good additions Skype has decided to spoil the fun for freeloaders. Now users who do not use the premium features that require them to purchase and use Skype credits will see advertisements while making free video and voice calls to other Skype users.

With the security vulnerability bug fix, we hope that Skype users will now be much more secure despite having confidential data on their devices.

Skype’s latest version of the mobile audio/video and text chat application is compatible with devices running iOS version 4.0 and above. It is advised to users that they connect to a high speed internet source such as a data or WiFi hotspot to download this as it is a 26.1 MB installation file and can take a while to download over a regular connection.

The updated Skype application is available for download from the iTunes store. Users who wish to install it can visit the app store from their smartphone or can follow this link to download it directly.

Amazon Kindle Fire tablet launched for US

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Finally, Amazon has announced the new Kindle Fire tablet with WiFi connectivity. The new Kindle Fire tablet flaunts a nice 7 inch IPS display and houses a dual-core 1 GHz processor. Amazon will offer bunch of cloud services and storage with the Kindle Fire tablet. This new tablet is available for US citizens for pre-order starting today at price of $199 (Rs 9800 approximately) and will start shipping from November 21.

The Mobile Indian reported earlier that Amazon Kindle Fire tablet will not have any cameras and will note possess any network support.

Jeff Bezos, president and chief executive officer, Amazon at the launch stated that the Kindle Fire tablet has anti-reflective coating and constructed with technology. This display supports 1024×600 and has 169 pixels per inch density.

Amazon has customised the user interface and tablet is not running the Honeycomb OS but instead running some currently unidentified version of the operating system.

Under the mere 11.4 mm thick chassis, the Kindle Fire houses a dual-core 1 GHz TI OMAP4 family coupled with 512 RAM to support a customised version of Android operating system. With 8 onboard storage, this tablet only supports WiFi wireless connectivity. There is a 2.0 connector port and a 3.5mm audio port to hook any pair of earphones.

Kindle Fire features a new tablet web called Amazon Silk that uses hardware power of the tablet along with the power of Amazon cloud services for speedier performance. Amazon Silk works on split architecture and is a brand new web browser for tablets albeit with different work mechanism compared to traditional web browsers.

Silk name has been coined from actual silk thread and stands for invisible yet incredibly strong connection to fetch the web pages from the Amazon Web Services cloud servers to the Kindle Fire tablets. Based on the user’s browsing preferences and behaviour along with the learning from other web servers, the Amazon Silk browser uses predictive technology pre-cache the web pages on the tablet itself which eventually allows faster loading.

Kindle Fire supports Whispersync technology to sync the user’s Kindle eBooks library along with other things such as bookmarks, notes and highlights. The Whispersync technology even extends to video offering to continue where user exactly left off watching movie or TV Show on the TV. With that Amazon has opened up its library of 18 million movies, TV shows, apps, games, songs, books, newspapers, magazines, audiobooks and other content for the Kindle Fire users.

The tablet also brings Amazon Store to allow users to browse, purchase and install several Android apps. For all the apps, movies, TV shows, and ebooks, Amazon offers free unlimited as well &#151 only for Amazon Content.

Research analyst Gene Munster from Pipper Jaffery stated that Amazon is keen and focused on providing super content delivery by leveraging on its Cloud servers based services. However, the company is likely “losing about $50 per Kindle Fire” and that corresponds to the hardware upfront.

Initially the Amazon Kindle Fire will be sold through Amazon Digital Services in the US only and we are not aware whether company plans to start shipping the tablet worldwide. Two years ago, India has got the Kindle as part of Amazon’s Global expansion. However, there are no intimations on whether the Kindle Fire tablet will be available in India as well.

Without any camera, the Kindle Fire is purely content consumption device where one can read eBooks, watch videos and listen to music at one’s comfort.

Hungama.com introduces Aaja Nachle a special pack for Festivals

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Hungama.com has created a pack of content christened ‘Aaja Nachle’ which includes exclusive songs, ringtones, videos and wallpapers of top nine legends of dance from Bollywood. Aaja Nachle is a special pack created to mark the festive season and is available on Hungama web and WAP.

Starting 27th September, the festivities begin with Akshay Kumar to be followed by Priyanka Chopra on 28th Sept, Shahrukh Khan on 29th Sept, Kareena Kapoor on 30th Sept, Salman Khan on 1st Oct, Katrina Kaif on 2nd Oct, Shahid Kapoor on 3rd Oct, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan on 4th Oct and finally Hrithik Roshan on 5th Oct.

Hungama is reaching to consumers through various social media contests, on ground activations at the pandals wherein users can win music CD’s, vouchers etc.

Aaja Nachle’ is a part of bundled content offerings from Hungama, specific to the festivities. Hungama offers bundled content from celebrity specific, to festival based, or even tied in to various occasions.

‘Aaja Nachle’ has the same pricing model as the rest of Hungama.com – Rs 10 for single downloads, Rs 20 for the value pack of 4 downloads, Rs 99 for the Super Value pack for 99 downloads on 30 days and the monthly subscription of Rs 99 for unlimited downloads. The service is compatible with over 400 mobile handsets and on your personal computers.

Nokia introduces first NFC smartphones in India

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Nokia has unveiled its enabled smartphones in India with Symbian Belle update. NFC or Near Field Communication is a short wave wireless technology that enables two NFC enabled devices to communicate with each other. This technology can be employed for mobile transactions. The new Nokia handsets are Nokia 700, Nokia 701 and Nokia 600.

Symbian Belle, which is the update of recently introduced Anna update, brings important improvements to the Nokia handsets that include NFC technology, faster web browsing experience, 1 Ghz processor, increase in number of home screens for improved display of applications and services, and live widgets in five different sizes. The update will be available to other Nokia handsets in coming time.

Nokia 700

Nokia 700 is touted to be the world’s smallest smartphone and was previously codenamed as Zeta. Flaunting a 3.2 inch Amoled “ClearBack” display with Gorilla Glass with 320×640 pixel resolution, this handset houses a 1Ghz ARM design based processor. This handset is said to be made using recycled metals and bio-plastics. It will come in five different colours. At the rear, Nokia 700 features a 5 megapixel full focus camera that is capable of recording 720p video at 30fps.

Nokia 700 features 3.0 that promises faster data transfer speeds (up to 24Mbit/s) and also consume less power compared to the previous generation Bluetooth 2.1 based devices. With up to 2 GB internal memory, the Nokia 700 handset comes with 1080 mAh battery and offers up to 7 hours of talk time on 2G and 4.5 hours of talk time on 3G. Nokia 700 comes with integrated GPS, Compass, and WiFi network support.

The Nokia 700 is priced at Rs 18,099

Nokia 701

Claimed to be the brightest smartphone, Nokia 701 previously codenamed as Helen and comes with 3.5 inch IPS &#151 ClearBack display with Gorilla Glass. The display comes with 16:9 aspect ratio and 360×640 pixel resolutions. This display supports multi-touch and comes with proximity sensor as well as accelerometer. Even this handset houses a 1 GHz processor. At the rear, the Nokia 701 has 8 megapixel camera with Dual Flash and 2X Digital Zoom. The camera is capable of recording 720p HD video at 30 frames per second and apparently comes with a front facing camera for video chat.

This handset features Stereo FM with RDS and Bluetooth 3.0 that promises low power consumption and higher data transmission speeds. This handset supports as well as WiFi for speedy data connectivity. Its 1300 mAh battery offers up to 7 hours of talking time over 2G and about 6.5 hours of talktime over 3G Networks. Nokia will offer this handset in three colours.

The Nokia 701 is priced at Rs 18,999.

The Nokia 600

Priced at Rs 12,999, this phone is touted as the loudest smartphone with loudness of its speaker estimated at 106 Phons. Previously codenamed as Cindy, Nokia 600 comes with 3.2 inch TFT LCD display with 16:9 aspect ratio and nHD (360×640) pixel resolution. Even this handset comes with 1 Ghz processor to power the new Symbian Belle update. At the rear lies the 5 megapixel camera with full focus and capability to record 720p HD video at 30fps.

This handset too comes with Bluetooth 3.0 for high speed data transfer at low power consumption and WiFi network support for wireless data connectivity. Internationally, this handset comes with FM transmitter and internal FM Radio but we need to check if it will be available for India as well.

Featuring pentabend 3G network support, this handset comes with 1200mAh battery which promises 15 hours of talk time over 2G networks and 6.5 hours of talk time over 3G networks. Nokia 600 will be offered in three different colours as well.

Nokia 701 is already available across the country while Nokia 700 and 600 will be available starting October.

Ra.One available through NFC

Meanwhile, Nokia has announced that it will offer content of the movie Ra.One through its priority stores. Nokia users just need to go to the nearest Nokia priority stores and tap their NFC enabled device with the Ra.One NFC tags.

Commenting on Ra.One’s association with Nokia, Shahrukh Khan, actor and brand ambassador, Nokia India said, “There is great synergy between Ra.One and Symbian Belle as they both represent technology of the next level. I am delighted that Ra.One will be the first movie in the country to be marketed through NFC. There are many path breaking initiatives that Nokia has undertaken with Ra.One that will allow the consumers to experience the world of Ra.One through ‘Just Tap’ with NFC feature on the Symbian Belle smartphones.

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