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So without further ado, let us see what’s new in this WordPress 4.0 Beta 1 Release and its features. That said, this is a beta release and should only be used for testing purposes, and never install this beta release on your own site. Moreover, as this is a beta release; there is no guarantee that all the features discussed here will be there in the final release. Choose Between Languages Using WordPress in multiple languages is a long-awaited feature for most of the non-English speaking users and that has been covered in this major upgrade....

Why Make The Upgrade Free? First off, the upgrade isn’t 100% free. Second of all, to qualify for it, you have to have a compatible device (we’re still not absolutely sure what that is), and you have to have Windows 7 SP1 or Windows 8.1 installed on it. If, for one year after Windows 10 is released, you do not upgrade, you will have to pay for a license. Also, should you be using an Enterprise version of Windows, you will have to pay for your upgrade to Windows 10....

A popular security method around 40% of Android users choose is a pattern lock. A pattern lock may sound more appealing because it’s easier to enter. Also, no one can see you tap on particular letters and numbers. But, are pattern locks really that secure? The Risks of Pattern Locks According to new security research from Lancaster University, Northwest University in Chine, and the University of Bath, 95% of Android patterns can easily be guessed in 5 attempts or less....

Shoving aside conspiracy theories about how Microsoft is trying to force us into exclusively using UWP (Universal Windows Platform) apps on its OS, we’re going to take a look at what we know about Windows 10 Cloud so far, complete with lovely leaked screenshots. So What Is Windows 10 Cloud? The simplest way to put it is that it’s Microsoft’s answer to Chrome OS, Google’s cloud-based operating system that almost exclusively runs on the web and browser-based applications, ensuring that you have a lightning-quick experience on even bare-bones PCs (subject to your Internet speed)....

Workflowy came along and eased all my frustrations. It’s the simplest and lightest note-taking app you can find anywhere and works wonderfully for keeping notes, organizing projects or simply making lists and collaboration. Availability Workflowy is a web application that can be accessed from most modern web browsers, though you can also get it to work offline by using its Chrome application, meaning that you can take advantage of the unique features it provides whether you’re operating a Windows, Mac or Linux machine....

First Impressions I personally think that stock Xfce without any customization is hard to look at and use. There are plenty of distros that customize Xfce heavily and make things just a little nicer to look at, but plain, vanilla Xfce is not something I’m interested in. There are some really great things about it, however – on older, more lethargic systems, Xfce is quite snappy and brings old machines back to life....

Applications iPhoto iPhoto is a great choice for any new iPad user looking to make the most out of the new and improved 5MP camera. The iPad also has a camera connector that allows you to import photos from your SD card or digital camera. iPhoto allows you to edit your photos, everything from cropping and enhancing to changing the exposure and filter. iPhoto for iOS has some great features for an application that is only $4....

Below I have handpicked ten Chrome apps that are worth checking out, especially if you’re using a Chromebook. Some of these apps are useful replacements for traditional tools, sync with online services, are simply fun to use, or otherwise just make your life more convenient. 1. Google Keep At this point, Keep needs little introduction. It’s a simple note-taking app that replicates the experience of using sticky notes. This app doesn’t offer the functionality of more established offerings, like Evernote and Springpad, but it doesn’t come with the complexity either....

Interested in customizing your Apple Watch? We show you how to create personalized watch faces for your Apple wearable. 1. Enable Low Power Mode Turning on Low Power Mode on your Apple Watch reduces battery consumption, as it turns off the Always On Display while limiting sensors (e.g., heart sensors, accelerometer, etc.) and Wi-Fi connection. From the Watch app, go to “Workout -> Low Power Mode” to turn it on....

I have found fifteen excellent applications that utilize material design. We’ll go through them one by one below: 1. Feedly Reader Feedly Reader is a very solid third-party Feedly reader app for Android and works quite well. It comes with plenty of themes for you to select from. Once you connect your Feedly account, it will sync your existing subscriptions according to your pre-defined settings. You can also subscribe to new feeds from the app....

What are the best tools for sending bitcoin over Telegram? In this article we take two good solutions and talk about why you might want to try them! What Is Telegram? Telegram is an end-to-end encrypted instant messaging service. Its main claim to fame is the fact that it’s very privacy-centric. For those who are privacy-focused, this program is probably one of the best choices out there. If you’re interested in learning a little bit more about this messenger, consider reading this article....

By itself, the update manager in Ubuntu has done a really good job in performing regular check with the repository and prompts you when there are update available. What it doesn’t do is to remove junk files and clean up your system. This is where 2ClickUpdate comes in. In addition to the regular system update, 2ClickUpdate also removes junk files, cleans used space and optimizes RAM memory. The following is what 2ClickUpdate is capable of doing:...

In no particular order, here are a few that I have recently encountered and are worth mentioning. Countdown Widget With my graduation less than a month away, this widget is the perfect reminder of how many projects I have to finish before I complete my courses. But the widget itself can be used for any sort of countdown: your birthday, payday, anniversary, or anything else you want to remember....

1: Bitcoin Is Completely Untraceable For many, Bitcoin presents the ability to make anonymous transactions without the scrutiny of their local country’s government. Since the government is not in control of the currency, it’s not traceable, right? Not really. An exchange can still receive a subpoena for the transaction history of any particular wallet address. “But wallet addresses aren’t registered to a name, right? What are they going to do with a simple number?...

1. Kill the X Server Most “crashes” on Ubuntu are caused by an unresponsive X Server. If you’re not familiar, the X Server is the service that manages the Linux graphical environment. It’s a large complicated piece of software, and it tends to be the first thing to break down when something goes wrong. Since X is just a service like any other running on the system, you should be able to stop and restart it....

What Is an Android Launcher? A launcher is essentially the user interface of your Android device. It is where a user can “launch” various applications and perform other tasks. Most folks refer to the launcher as their “Home” screen. This screen is filled with shortcuts to apps and widgets that you’ve placed there. If the pre-installed launcher isn’t doing it for you anymore, you can easily replace it with a different one....

Do you just grin and bear it? Do you jump ship to Apple? Maybe you’ll shun smartphones altogether and pull your Nokia 3310 out of whatever drawer its been living in for the past 15 years. Before you do anything that drastic, consider installing a custom ROM on your Android device. Installing a custom ROM is easy; however, it does require that you have root (administrative) access. Be aware that rooting your phone is something that almost always voids your warranty....

While Linux desktops offer most of the web browsers you’d use on Windows and Mac, there are some lesser-known browsers that aren’t available for the latter two operating systems. Our top four picks for the best browsers you can use on Linux support the majority of most top distros, but your distro’s performance may vary for each of these browsers. Here are four of the best web browsers for Linux....

Getting rid of spam calls/SMS on your Android device is actually as easy as using one of the following apps. These apps will make those annoying calls disappear to finally give you some peace. The days of having to deal with spam calls are over. 1. Call Blocker – Blacklist App Not only will Call Blocker block unwanted spam calls, it can also filter SMS as well. Spam can reach your phone as SMS, but it won’t anymore with this app....

1. InterfaceLIFT InterfaceLIFT offers a massive selection of wallpapers uploaded by artists and photographers. There are hundreds of pages available, each with ten wallpapers to choose from. The majority of the pictures on this website are photographs, but some are original abstract creations put together in Photoshop and various other artistic tools. The website can auto-detect your screen resolution, but you also have the option of downloading each wallpaper in a large number of sizes ranging from outdated cell phone screens to the latest MacBook Retina Pro....