Free E-Book Friday by Nook - SWEAT

Today’s Free Fridays eBook selection is SWEAT, an action-packed thriller from Mark Gilleo, one of the most exciting new voices in suspense fiction. 

“An amazing story with nonstop action taking us from a garment sweat shop in Saipan to the upper echelon of Washington D.C.’s elite politicians and business men.”

When Jake Patrick took a summer internship at his estranged father’s corporation, he anticipated some much-needed extra cash and a couple of free meals from his guilty dad. He would never have guessed that he’d find himself in the center of an international scandal involving a U.S. senator, conspiracy, back-room politics, and murder. Or that his own life would hang in the balance. Or that he’d find help — and much more than that — from a collection of memorable characters operating on all sides of the law. Jake’s summer has turned into the most eventful one of his life. Now he just needs to survive it.

From the sweatshops of Saipan to the most powerful offices in Washington, SWEAT rockets through a story of crime and consequences with lightning pacing, a twisting plot, an unforgettable cast of characters, and wry humor.

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Periscope App Review

For those of you who dont know by now Twitter has a live streaming app called Periscope.  This app is pretty basic streaming app that allows Twitter users to Live Stream from anywhere in the world where they are located right then and there.  Your Twitter followers can see you live stream when you start recording.  But the users must have the Periscope app in order to get the notification and start viewing.

PROS

You can record in potrait or landscape mode.  You may use your front facing camera or your rear.  The only other options you can do while watching is text the streamer or like their video.  You also can alert your own followers as well so they will know who or what is been stream and so they can join on the conversation or event as well.  I have tried some the live streaming a few times myself.  

CONS

I had a little minor issue with my front facing picture showing the viewing upside down and when the recording was complete, it was as if there was nothing wrong.  But did receive an minor update just this past weekend.  So maybe that shouldve fixed my little minor issue.  Now sometimes it will say trying to reconnect during a watching of a live streaming. It will vary of how strong of a data connection or internet connection you have.  For the viewing and picture quality of watching a live streaming, this also depends on your connection. Sometimes I pick up a great picture of a person I am viewing and conversating with and other times it is looking so so, which means not at all great.  When the chat room gets filled up, you wont be able to send a message to the broadcaster. Now I think it is missing some features I think would get more people to use it and sign up for a twitter, is having more than one live person streaming at a time. Sort of the way that Skype and Google Hangouts works.  Also another feature that could be missing is being able to upload right to Youtube or Facebook.  This would be great for users to see and possibly join in on Periscope because they wouldn't be able to see it unless they used Twitter.  Now this definitely should be a feature, just let anyone signup and use this application.  Why do you have to have a Twitter account to be able to fully use this app?

The Verdict

At first, I wasn't too hype about this application at first when it first released on iOS and iPhones. It just seemed like a regular app to me just like how so many people are hooked to SnapChat and Instagram.  But, for a couple of weeks now I have been using this app on my Android device and I was wrong. Thankfully, I am a active Twitter user so it was easy for me to log in and start using it. I have been getting live feeds from all the people i follow the most that are using periscope and being just interacting in a way on some other apps I couldn't do. I mean, of course you have Live streaming on youtube and hangouts but at times, it is hard to get your questions answered or you answering all of the users questions. To me, its addictive and I have been using this app almost more than I used any other app I enjoy on my Nexus 6 or Windows 8.  So if you are a heavy user and participant on Twitter, I definitely recommend this app to you.  For those of you on twitter, you can follow me too @iTechUOutGuy.  So, now I would like to hear you all thoughts about Twitter's Periscope.

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Order & Chaos 2: Redemption

A BRAND NEW MMORPG EXPERIENCE! Get on the road to redemption in a completely new story in the world of Order & Chaos. Join thousands of players as you journey together in your quest to save the world and redeem yourself!

 A LIVING AND BREATHING WORLD

 • Explore vast and unique worlds brought to life with stunning graphics!

 • Multiple factions and thousands of NPCs form a rich and interactive world 

CHOOSE AND CUSTOMIZE YOUR HERO

 • 5 Races to choose from: Orc, Human, Elf, Mendel, and the all-new Kratan! 

• 5 Classes to choose from: Blood Knight, Ranger, Mage, Warrior, and Monk

 • Upgrade and evolve your weapons and make yourself unstoppable.

 • Craft and fuse to form the ultimate gear! 

 TAKE THE FIGHT HEAD ON

 • Take on hundreds of quests as you unravel a thrilling story 

• Battle the biggest and most challenging monsters and Bosses 

• Go solo in quick Dream Dungeons for great rewards! 

 STAND TOGETHER OR AGAINST EACH OTHER

 • Gather your best team to take on the toughest dungeons 

• Fight for supremacy by taking on other players in open PvP

 • Directly challenge a player anywhere to a PvP Duel 

• Trade using auction houses or directly with each other BUILT FOR MOBILE 

• Controls optimized for mobile devices 

• Better communication with optimized chat and mailbox features 

Now Available on PC, Mobile

SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick 3 in 1!

The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is an awesome accessory for your mobile devices and your PCs.  This device can run off WiFi and just off a wireless connection.  You can use it the old fashion way on your PC by inserting it into a USB port on your desktop or laptop to download or copy files to this device.  You can use it Wirelessly between your phone or tablet as well,  How this works with your mobile devices are that you need to download a specific app from the App Store or Google Play called "Sandisk Connect".  Now once installed, you will to push a power button on the USB drive to connect.  Once connection is successful, you will be able to stream music, movies, files, and photos wirelessly to your phone, tablet, or even PC.  This is a great device to bring along with you on trips, to friends house, or just when you are on the go.  Not only that, no need to ever worry about cords or other plugins that you need to connect to your PC, phone or tablets ever again.  This USB comes in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB of memory.  You can order this device now online from BestBuy.com, Amazon.com, and Ebay.com.  Now prices may vary.  The full review is coming soon.  

Pocket BETA app for Android

Pocket app itself has been out for some years now and is one of the most recommended apps for Android and iOS. This allows you to save articles, links, and even YouTube videos you want to read and watch later.  You can also organize the files and links and videos the way you want to.  You have a archive mode, my list mode, video mode, and favorites mode.  In the new beta version, Pocket comes with just 2 main tabs from its homepage. One is the "My List" tab where your most recent saved articles and videos and links are and another tab is called "Recommended" tab, where Pocket predicts which articles and videos you might be interested in.  Now if you are worried about this app collecting your data and information about your interest and habits, then you might not like this version of Pocket beta.  Another reminder, that this app comes in handy for those of you that are on a data budget and need offline access for certain things.  This app can work offline.  In the video below will show you the latest version and the new features that comes with it.  So are you using Pocket app? Leave your comments below...

You can download the pocket app below....

POCKET FOR ANDROID

POCKET BETA app homepage

POCKET BETA APP REVIEW VIDEO

Battery Doctor Best Battery Life Saver on Mobile Devices!

BATTERY DOCTOR

The battery doctor can help extend the standby time of your phone and tablet.  This app has intelligent power saving, accurate power remaining forecasting, and professional charging capabilities.  You can actually save power and extend batter life using the app.  Battery Doctor has a variety of features and battery tips that will ensure you can always get the most out of your device.  Batteries lose their power when extra apps and hardware are running needlessly.  So battery doctor can shut the apps in the background down.  This will significantly improve your battery life and boost performance.  This app is really helpful and will let you know when to charge battery and when to unplug device from the charger. Are you using this app? This app is available on iOS and Android. Let me know your experience with the Battery Doctor app.  Hands-On video coming soon.

FREE e-book FRIDAYS!!! Episode #2! The UNFORGIVABLE FIX

HAPPY 4th of JULY!!!! What a way to celebrate it with some freebies!  The e-books below are part of today's FREE E-BOOK FRIDAYS on the Nook app.  Check these out below and you can download them from the links given...

The Unforgivable Fix

A detective from the Seattle PD wants to sell his house.  He was left with his tow kids after his wife had passed.  But the kids are grown now and moved out. He has a son who has a wife now and they are on their own. He has a daughter who he doesnt come around much and lost connections with her.  Then one day she comes back to the house where all the memories comes back and now she wants her father help...

FREE ebook FRiday Bonus!

This is a free bonus for today for the upcoming special of  GO SET A WATCHMAN.  The book actually releases on July 14. But you can get an exclusive access to it as a SAMPLE today.  You may download these ebooks now for FREE! 

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Google Hangouts App Update V 4.0 on iOS

Google Hangouts gets an major update today! It has finally gotten the Material Design refresh for the app! Yes! But, wait... This update has only come to the iOS devices for now? No Android update just yet. As usual, iOS is getting the major updates from Google's app first this time. As we all knew about the much needed revamp for Google Hangouts. Still don't understand why the wait and why did Google go ahead and release it first to iOS? The crazy mysteries of developing I guess. But below are more images of the refresh look for Google Hangouts app. So are you happy for this update? Do you use Google Hangouts app?  Why or why not. Drop these comments below! Hands-On Videos coming soon!

GOOGLE HANGOUTS V 4.0 Video

How I Made My iPod Touch 5G Into a iPhone!

I will bring up iOS every now and then.  But not too often.  I actually do like the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.  Apple went out of their way to keep up with the Androids in the world such as Nexus, LG, HTC, and of course Samsung.  But enough of all the blah blah.  In the image above, you see that that is not an iPhone. No? No, is correct.  It is an iPod Touch 5G 32GB model to be exact.  The reason why I am mentioning the iPod Touch now is for even so long that Apple has still have the 5G and no 6G announced.  The 5G 16GB model only cost $179.99 every now and then. While the 32GB is $239 and 64GB is usually $299.  Well, you still can download all the great iOS apps and Google and even Microsoft apps as well on the iPod Touch. You can still use iMessage and even FaceTime just an iPhone can.  The main difference is that iPhone has data network from several carriers and Wifi, while the iPod Touch only has Wifi.  Well, actually there are ways you can give your iPod Touch a data connection as well as wifi. You can use a device called the iPod Touch Sleeve or a mobile Hotspot that uses a data network connection. Not just wifi, but also data.  One particular company is called Freedompop. I have mentioned FreedomPop several times in my posts and articles. So for the new viewers and and readers, I will make this simple.  FreedomPop is a company that promises its consumers FREE Internet and Phone service for life! Yes, you all heard me right, Freedompop delivers Free texting, calling, and even data.  Well, to a limit at the least. For those that dont do too much talking and texting, you get 200 minutes and 500 texts for the free.  With data you get 500MB per month for the free.  If you around wifi all the time, this won't even touch your wallets!  Plus, there are a lot of ways to communicate with family and friends now.  You have iMessage, FaceTime, Facebook and it messenger, Skype, and even Hangouts. All have free calls, texts, and video message.  So with the Freedompop iPod Touch Sleeve or their 4G hotspot, you won't go wrong. You'll be free from any contracts and being stuck with a high bill.  This all would be free for life once you pay for your devices. But, other than that, that would be it.  Just think about all the money you would be saving by just doing this? Well, I have my iPhone. I don't have to pay anything anymore. Oh, yes, you can also do this as well with the Android smartphones.  Freedompop Apps are now available on the app store and google play store.   So, guys what do you think about all of this? Is it a hit or miss? You all can leave those comments below. 

My iPod Touch homescreen.  The Freedompop Text and Calling app in left corner of the screen.

HBO NOW is out on Apple TV and iOS Devices

                                                 HBO NOW available on iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, and Apple TV

A month ago, Apple and HBO had announced this great partnership.  HBO app was coming to iOS and the Apple TV.  Unfortunately, this is a exclusive deal only.  So if you do not have a Apple device such as the Apple TV or iPad or iPhone, then you are out of luck.  This will be great for on the go and for people that do not use cable or DirecTV.  Maybe this will be the break out of the quote "Cut the Cord" or "Cut the Cable".  Now with the HBO Now, all you would need to watch it is internet access or Data such as 4G and LTE.  There is a subscription for this great app. You sign up first, if you haven't already, then you try it out for 30 days. After your 30 days are up, then you will be paying $14.99 per month for HBO.  For this and the price, do you think it is worth it?  Is this enough for you to stop paying for cable and DirecTV? Do you already not have NetFlix, Hulu and Crackle accounts to watch all the movies and best originals? What about the Amazon users, Androids, and Windows users? How do you all feel about the HBO NOW being only available on iOS and Apple TV? I'm sure you all have a lot to say about Apple and HBO.  Well, don't just sit there. Drop them comments below!

Yahoo Weather App

The yahoo Weather app is one of the best, if not the best, to keep you posted about the latest weather updates in your area and even near by.  You can even search other locations and see what the weather is like in other places as well.  It shows hour to hour stats, 5 day forecast, and even 10 day forecast.  You can even see the current weather conditions right the mini radar Map in the app itself.  Plus, there are plenty of different widgets you can use to place on your homescreen of your Android device, weather its a smartphone or tablet.  I definitely would recommend this app for anyone that wants to keep track of incoming weather for today, tomorrow, and even 10 days from now.  So what is your favorite weather app and why? Have you downloaded the Yahoo Weather app yet? Well maybe you should.  Leave comments below. Thanks!

iOS 8.2 Update List

Hello everyone, below is a list of improvements and enhancements and changes that you can find in the new iOS 8.2 Update for iPhones and iPads.

• Apple Watch Support
• Apple Watch App
• iPhone 5 or Later
•  Health App Improvements

• Stability Enhancements includes
• Mail
• Maps
• Music
• Voice over reliability
• Connectivity with iPhone Hearing Aids

Bug Fixes

• Maps
• iTunes Purchases
• Music
• Call Audio with Siri
• Bluetooth Calling
• Timezone calendar events
• Fixes Certificate Error
• Calendar Event Automatically 
• Show busy events

APPLE WORLD and iOS 8.2 update

Tim Cook on Stage from Apple Watch Event 2015

This week was Apple's week! A lot came out of the Apple watch event today.  So we know what the apple watch can do and how much it cost. So from what you all seen by the watch.  Also there was  an announcement for retina displays in the Macbooks.  They also will have another upgrade chipset in their macbook airs and pro lines as well.  We also seen the new USB C-Type which was shown in the new Macbooks.  This new USB is to be way powerful and more superior than the rest that is out there to date.  But, it is brand new to the market. More information coming soon.  Along with the Apple Watch and Macbooks, there was also an OS update to iOS.  IOS 8.2 is now available to upgrade your iphones and iPads with and is suppose to be compatible with the new Apple Watch as well once the Watch is released to the consumers.  This week also brought an announcement from the CEO of HBO. Starting in April, HBONOW will launch and release for the iPhone, iPads, and the Apple TV.  Now, some reports were suggesting that the HBONOW would be on free trial for 1 month, then after would be $14.99, while the CEO of HBO had later said 3 months of free trial and then 14.99 a month.  Either way, it looks like the Internet might be taking over your livingroom and everywhere else.  So with all the news and announcements, which ones were you excited about and not so excited for?  Please leave your comments below.   Thanks

WhatsApp is Calling!

WhatsApp is a  popular way to send messages to other smartphone users, no matter what platform they’re on – so popular, in fact, that Facebook in an effort to acquire it earlier this year. And while WhatsApp may do text messaging quite well, sometimes we crave the sort of communication you only get when speaking directly to a person. Voice call support has been expected to come to the for a while now, with early hints popping up months back, but now it looks like the pieces might finally be falling into place, as the latest Android WhatsApp release reveals just such a voice call framework. While the feature isn’t yet active, resources within the new Android that arrived the other day provide enough hints at UI structure and functionality to piece together the mock-ups you see above. The call notification and history screens are pretty standard-looking Android fare, and there also seem to be signs of call recorder functionality. At least in this build, voice calls appear to be segregated from text communication, but we don’t yet know if that’s how things will work in the final release.
This is big progress, but there’s still no clear ETA for WhatsApp’s voice mode. We’d like to believe that this new release means that it’s undergoing internal testing, but even then, testing can take months. Maybe once the developers are a little further along, we’ll hear the announcement of a formal due date, but for now, these teaser shots will just have do.
 See below after the break.

Box App for Android iOS blackberry and Windows

Box allows you to put everything on it in a few clicks.  It has native apps for iPhone, iPad, android, windows phone, and even blackberry. Also using their mobile site you can work with your files on any device.

 

With Box, you can upload and backup photos, videos, and files from your mobile device to Box. You can view your content with their high fidelity preview option. You are able to view over 100 types of files. That is a lot of different types of files to preview if you ask me.  The app will allow you to search and organize faster with its built in search. It also allows you to organize your photos, files, and videos with ease.  Box will give allow you to save files for offline access and have them available when you don't have Internet connection.

 

As we all know that sharing is caring, Box reminds us of this when it comes to sharing with friends, family, and colleagues. This application allows us to share photos, videos, and files right from our phones and tablets.  You can easily send a photo or video or even a whole folder just by emailing a link from within the app.  You keeps you up to date and connected when there is a new file added or updated an existing file. It also will allow you to invite people to collaborate on whole folders and give feedback by adding comments.

 

Using Box Onecloud partner apps, these will allow you to do even more with all your files you have stored on Box. You can open Box files to easily edit, annotate, e-sign, present and more right from your phone or tablet.  You can use over 1,000 apps that are integrated with Box. You will also be able to save files back to Box to keep all your files in one place. Box mobile apps offers a variety range of security features such as application passcode, permissions for sharing links and more. So all of your information is protected.

 

Having this app on your phone or tablet, you can take your files anywhere you go. You can even access Box on the web from your computer and install Box Sync to automatically sync files from your desktop to your Box account.