Google announce Google Drive - Howto installing & using

As you know about Cloud Storage servers such as Dropbox, SugarSync and Microsoft SkyDrive (I've talked in previous thread). today, Google official announce Google Drive, a place where you can create, edit, collaborate and keep your stuff, and a very strong competitor to Microsoft SkyDrive, Apple iCloud and DropBox.

Google Drive lets you easily upload files, videos, photos, PDF files, Google Docs and more. In addition to the above mentioned features, there is another cool feature available if you are a Google Docs lover. Google Docs is built right into Google Drive! So, creating, editing or managing your Google Docs is fairly simple job now.

See more information in this video:

Currently, Google Drive application is available for Windows, Mac and Android operating systems. An app for iOS devices is coming soon. And the best part of the service is that you can search everything using a keyword right from your computer.

Google Drive offers 5GB of storage for free. Power users can upgrade to 25GB for $2.49/month, 100 GB for $4.99/month, and 1TB for $49.99/month. Upgrading to a paid Google Drive account will also increase your Gmail account storage limit to 25GB. Google plans to add more features to the service in coming months. Visit the download page to begin using Google’s new service.

Visit this official announcement page for more information about the service.

Download Google Drive

Installing and setting the the client on Windows machine is fairly simple. Simply follow the given below instructions to download, install and setup Google Drive on your PC.

Step 1: Visit this page to download the web installer and then run the setup to download and install the program.

Step 2: Once the installation is complete, you will see Sign in to Google Drive dialog where you need to enter your Google credentials to login.

Step 3: Just like SkyDrive’s setup, Google Drive’s setup also creates a special folded in C:\Users\UserName directory. To select another location, click Advanced setup during installation, click on the Change button next to Folder location and then browse to the location where you wish to save the folder.

Step 4: Finally, click Start sync button to begin using Google Drive on your computer. Google Drive automatically starts with Windows. When the application is running, you will see a small icon in the system tray and a folder icon in Windows Explorer Favorites area. Simply drag-and-drop a file to Google Drive folder to sync the file.

Right-click on Google Drive’s icon in the system tray to quickly open Google Drive folder, pause or resume sync, visit your Google Drive on the web, view items shared, buy more storage space, view used storage space, and change preferences. Options to disconnect account and change default sync options are available under preferences.

How To Upgrade Your SkyDrive Account From 7 GB To 25 GB For Free

As the previous thread, you have known about Microsoft SkyDrive client application for Windows, Windows Phone, Mac OS X Lion, and iOS operating systems. The SkyDrive client lets users to access, browse and upload files to your SkyDrive account without leaving the desktop and offers 7 GB storage space for free.

Users who need more storage space can purchase paid storage. You can add +20 GB to your account by paying $10/year, add 50 GB by paying $25/year or 100 GB by paying $50/year. While Microsoft claims that 99.4% of the users use of 7GB or less space, it would be nice if Microsoft offered 25 GB as free storage space.

Now the good news is that Microsoft is offering 25 GB free space for loyal SkyDrive users. Just follow the instructions given below to upgrade your SkyDrive account storage space from the initial 7 GB to 25 GB for free!

Step 1: Visit this page, download the setup file and install SkyDrive client on your PC.

Step 2: Once installed and running, right-click on the SkyDrive application icon in the system tray (notification area) and click Manage Storage. This action will open SkyDrive account home page in your default web browser.

Step 3: Enter your Windows Live ID and password to login. You should see storage plans and a free upgrade offer. Simply click on Free upgrade to upgrade your storage space from 7 GB 25 GB. Good luck!

 

And the result is.....

Download & Install Official SkyDrive Client For Windows

You have maybe known about Dropbox or SugarSync as the best Cloud Storage & Sharing Files Servers. Now you can use the new one from Microsoft called Microsoft SkyDrive.

Microsoft just made our life easier by officially releasing SkyDrive client application and is now available for download. Compatible with Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Server (SP2) and Windows Server R2 operating systems, SkyDrive client lets you easily manage your SkyDrive account right from the desktop.

By installing SkyDrive application on your PC, you will be able to access, browse, and upload files to your SkyDrive account. As of now, Microsoft is offering 7 GB free space for all users and and power users can add more storage space by purchasing paid storage plans.

Highlights:

# Browse, upload and download files and folders

# Access files from your desktop

# 7GB for storage space

# 2GB maximum file size limit

# Paid storage available for US$10/year for +20GB , US$25/year for +50GB, US$50/year for +100 GB

# App available in 106 languages

Installing and setting up the application is  fairly simple. Install and run the application, enter your Windows Live ID and password to begin uploading your files and folders to cloud.

Once you install the application, you will see the SkyDrive folder in Windows Explorer Favorites. Click on the SkyDrive folder to see folders and documents. By default, the SkyDrive application chooses C:\Users\UserName\SkyDrive as its location but you can change that during the setup.

The SkyDrive application starts with Windows. When the application is running, you will see a small icon in the system tray (notification area). Right-click on the system tray icon of the SkyDrive to quickly open your SkyDrive folder, manage storage, change default settings and close the program.

SkyDrive client is also available for Windows Phone, Mac OS X Lion, and iOS. Visit this MSDN page to know more about the SkyDrive client. And if you are on Windows 8, don’t forget to check out the native Metro-style SkyDrive app.

Download SkyDrive for Windows

Android Magazine No.10 - April 2012

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How Linux is Built

(Giveaway) How to get free 23GB storage at Dropbox.com

Today, I've read a thread in XDA Developers Forum about new ROM Primos - 1.0 Beta for HTC Desire S, this thread was included zip file for us to change Stock ROM (ship ROM) for HTC Desire S up to new Leak ROM of HTC One V Smartphone (will be sold with HTC One X & HTC One S in April 2012). I've seen a picture at below:

Then I guess, there is a HTC's promotion for all of HTC One X/S/V smartphone. That's great !!!!
Before backup & wiped the current ROM, I download & install the new PrimoS - 1.0 Beta ROM (you can Download & install this ROM from XDA forum here with own risk).

It's wonderful, my Dropbox was increased up to 33.9 GB (my Dropbox capacity was 10.88 GB before). I've just tested in my HTC DS.

Good news: There is the other method for us to upgrade your Dropbox upto 23 GB:
1. As first, you need to download this apk file on  your smartphone
2. Install it, then you can see this messenge :“Continue to Dropbox!” as picture below:

 3. Choose "Next" to continue and you can sign in your Dropbox account. And you can see your Dropbox capacity will be upgraded upto over 23 GB

Thanks Theos0o from XDA Developers forum for your apk file !!! Enjoy it (as your own risk :D)

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Top 5 Free Multi Messengers for Android Phones

Source : TipsoTricks

 

Instant Messaging, abbreviated IM, is a form of communication through text messaging between two or more people over the internet. IM is commonly used in a work environment to enable employees to communicate with each other in a private chat room. IM is based on clients that facilitate connections between specified people in a contact list or buddy list. In order to use an instant messaging, you need to sign up with an instant messenger service. There are many instant messaging networks available. It is better to choose the network that your friends use.
Today there are so many instant messengers and social networking websites that people use. Logging into each of these accounts and using them seems a variety to be managed. Also installing more than one messenger poses a space constraint on the mobile phone. To overcome the difficulty, multi-messenger software for various platforms are available. The software will help you maintain all your IM accounts on a single application. By simply logging into the application, you will be signed into all the common messenger services.
As Android is the preferred choice for many mobile users, this article identifies the top five Multi Messengers for Android.

1. IM+

DIM+ for Android has a simple user interface and performs similar to any desktop chat client. You can find all your contacts made into a single list in the Contacts tab. If you want to chat, you need not switch between accounts as everybody is found in one place. To start a chat, you just need to tap the desired contact from the list. When you continue to press any contact, you will able to view the chat history, edit a contact and see contact details.
You can use the emoticons offered to you while chatting. You can also create and make use of the templates when you are required to give the same response many times. IM+ allows you to send file attachments in the form of photo images and audio files to your chat friend. A link will be generated and you can send it through your chat messages. You can customize the font size of the text message, avatars, notifications and also use the push mode which will help you remain signedin once you have closed the application.

Android Market average rating (Feb 2012):   4.2/5 stars

2. Nimbuzz

With Nimbuzz installed, you can chat with your social networking friends right from the App. It is rated one among the top Multi Messengers for Android using which you can call for free, send messages, chat and share files. You can access Twitter, Google Talk, Yahoo and MySpace accounts simultaneously using a single login. Nimbuzz for Android serves the Nimbuzz users in non-English speaking countries with the access to their national networks.

Android Market average rating (Feb 2012):   4.0/5 stars

3. Trillian

Trillian is a free, fast and allows you to connect to IM and other social networking services at the same time. Trillian supports Google Talk, MySpace, AOL, Jabber, Yahoo and more. You can update Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare and LinkedIn at one time and receive notifications from Facebook and Twitter. This client ensures security to your data as it is stored using AES encryption.

Android Market average rating (Feb 2012):   4.4/5 stars

4. eBuddy

One of the oldest and best Multi Messengers for Android. With eBuddy, you can chat on multiple MSN, Facebook, Yahoo, AIM, ICQ, GTalk, MySpace & Hyves accounts at the same time. The easy to use interface, makes the eBuddy top choice for android users.

Android Market average rating (Feb 2012):   4.2/5 stars

5. Palringo

Palringo is a mutli platform IM App for Android. It is a group messaging service community. With Palringo installed you can stay connected, socialize and send text/voice messages and share photo images with your chat buddies. You can stay connected on Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo, Jabber, Apple iChat and Facebook at one time.

Android Market average rating (Feb 2012):   4.0/5 stars

Control Your Android from a Browser with AirDroid

Source: How-to-Geek

AirDroid for Android replaces your USB cable with your web browser. Transfer files back and forth, send text messages, play music, view your photos and manage applications — all without installing anything on your computer.
AirDroid is completely free; it doesn’t even contain ads. It functions as a web server, allowing your Android device and your computer to communicate over the network.

Getting Started

AirDroid is available for free from the Android Market. It supports Android 2.1 and later. Android 4.0 isn’t as well supported at the moment, but AirDroid should update with improved support soon.
Launch the AirDroid app once it’s installed and tap Start to start the AirDroid server.

AirDroid tells you exactly what to do — plug the IP address into your web browser’s address bar.

You’ll see a login page. Use the code from your Android to log in. This prevents unauthorized access to your device.

If you don’t see a login page, your Android device and computer are probably on different networks. They must be on the same network to connect. If your computer is connected via a wired connection, it’s possible the Wi-Fi network and wired network are isolated from each other.

AirDroid’s Home Screen

Once you’ve connected, you’ll see AirDroid’s main page, which contains links and statistics about your device. At the bottom right corner, you’ll see the Wi-Fi connection strength, bars of cellular coverage and battery level of your Android device.

Click the Detail link to see more information about your device’s storage and the files it contains.

Transferring & Managing Files

Click Files to view the contents of your SD card. If you want to clean out your file system, deleting files from here is quicker than going through a file manager on your Android.

Use the right-click menu to manage files — Delete deletes them permanently, while Export downloads them to your computer. Export as ZIP downloads several files or directories to your computer as a single file.

Use the Import button to add files to your device over the air, without lifting that USB cable.

Sending Text Messages

You can send SMS messages using the Messages panel. No need to pick up your Android and type messages in; participate in a conversation right from your web browser.

The Contacts and Call Logs panels allow you to browse your Android’s contacts and view its call history.

Playing Music

The Music panel allows you to use your Android device as a jukebox. Search for music and play it — you’ll get a widget that stays on AirDroid’s home screen.

The same Export and Import options allow you to transfer music files to and from your device.
Ring tones can be managed separately from the Ringtones panel

Viewing Photos

Use the Photos panel to show off photos on your monitor instead of your Android’s small screen.

Managing Apps

From the Apps screen, you can view your device’s installed apps. You can search for specific apps, or sort them by their size or installation date.

Use the Uninstall button to remove an app or the Export button to download it as an APK file to your computer.
If you want to install an app from an APK file, use the Install App button to upload it to your device and install it. To install apps from the Android Market, click the Market icon.
You’ll have to confirm each app removal and installation by tapping the option on your Android’s screen.

Using the Clipboard

If you want to copy and paste between your computer and your Android, use the Clipboard option. The From Device button copies the clipboard from your device into the clipboard box. The To Device button sends the text in the box to the Android clipboard.

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Now you’re ready to replace your USB cable with your web browser. If it wasn’t for charging, you’d never have to touch your Android’s USB cable again.