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The Android Realm Podcast Episode 228 GooFi

May 1, 2015

Episode Guide

  • Headlines (29%)
  • Apps (32%)
  • Devices (26%)
  • Service Review - Google Fi (aka Project Fi) (13%)

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Tags podcast, android, google, google fi, project fi, t-mobile, sprint, wifi, chrome, youtube, chromebook, loch ness, street view, cyanogen, oneplus, facebook, vlc, meerkat, flesky, lg, chromecast
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The Android Realm App Review Override DNS

February 18, 2015
  • Automatically set to DNS provider of choice (i.e. Google DNS, OpenDNS)
  • Works on Mobile Data and WiFi
  • Select individual WiFi network(s) if desired
  • Turn notification on/off for DNS update/change
  • Works on Android 4.3+
  • Requires SuperSU (aka Superuser) - tested w/ Chainfire version
  • Google Play - $Free

Tags app review, android, google, override dns, dns, domain name service, mobile data, wifi, 3g, 4g, mobile, notification, superuser, supersu, root, chainfire, google dns, opendns
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The Android Realm Podcast Episode 218 Useful Lollipops

February 7, 2015

Episode Guide

  • Headlines (29%)
  • Apps (29%)
  • Devices (18%)
  • Feature Review - Chromebook / Android 5 Smart Lock (25%)

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Tags podcast, android, google, chromebook, chromecast, lollipop, material design, feedly, vlc, htc one, samsung, galaxy, smart lock, wifi, bluetooth, paranoid android, youtube, twitter, action launcher
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The Android Realm Feature Review Chromebook / Android 5 Smart Lock

February 4, 2015

As we get more into connected devices, Google has provided an option for users of Chromebooks and Android devices. As long as your devices fit a few requirements, logging into your Chromebook has just become a little easier.

  • Requirements
    • Chromebook
      • Runs ChromeOS 40+
      • Bluetooth enabled
      • WiFi enabled
    • Android
      • Runs Android 5.0+
      • Bluetooth enabled
      • WiFi enabled

If your devices fit all of these requirements, then the setup process is a breeze. The first step is to go into your Chromebook’s settings and click on ‘Show advanced settings.’ From there you will navigate to ‘Smart Lock (Beta)’ and click on ‘Setup Smart Lock.’ Before clicking ‘Find your phone,’ make sure your Android 5 device’s bluetooth is enabled and in discovery mode so your Chromebook can find it. Once found, you will verify the passcode matches on your Chromebook and Android device and pair them.

Now every time you want to login to your Chromebook, you will see a green lock with ‘Click to enter’ if your Android device is nearby. The main requirement for this entire process is that your Chromebook and paired Android device be on the same WiFi network for the authentication.

Once your Chromebook is logged in, your Android device will show a notification saying as much.

Tags android, google, chromebook, chromeos, password, passcode, bluetooth, wifi, notification, lollipop, smart lock
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The Android Realm Android 5.0.2 / CyanogenMod 12 Preview

January 14, 2015
  • Preliminary Information
    • Device: HTC One M7
    • ROM: CyanogenMod 12
    • Build: 01/11/2015
    • Mirror Beta
  • Features
    • Notification Drawer
      • Single Swype - Notifications
      • Double Swype - Toggles
      • Battery - Percentage and time remaining
      • Settings shortcut
      • User profile
    • Recents switcher
      • 3D UI
      • Chrome windows as “app”
      • Quick search
    • Volume Control
      • Press Volume Up or Volume Down
      • All - normal audio notifications
      • Priority - Receive notifications based on settings in priority sounds
      • None - silent mode
      • Touching bell puts phone in vibrate mode
    • Priority Interruptions
      • Events/Reminders, calls and messages
      • Set days and times 

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Tags android, lollipop, cyanogenmod, material design, recent apps, swype, toggle, wifi, bluetooth, notification, battery, percentage, mirror, clockworkmod
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The Android Realm Podcast Episode 191 Mobility Based and iOS Too

July 20, 2014

Lots of releases to iOS, Chromebooking and more!

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Device Review - Samsung Chromebook 2

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The Android Realm Device Review Samsung Chromebook 2

July 16, 2014
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  • Initial Setup

    • Connect to WiFi to have default profile

    • May download various updates

    • Tour system and UI

  • Performance

    • Internet speed limited only by network connection

    • Mouse sensitivity adjustments may need changing

    • Adjust display to fit viewability

    • Smooth performance even after installing apps

  • General Use

    • Easy transition if already using Chrome browser

    • Mouse supports swype gestures to switch between tabs

    • Some shortcuts may differ but all the same ones in other OS's available

When considering the purchase of a Chromebook, it is hard to believe that its setup and use can be as easy as they say but I would say it is about 99% accurate. The only thing difficult would be learning some keyboard combinations and maybe learning how to zoom in and out on websites.

 

To start with the initial setup, the step by step process guides the user through connection to a WiFi network the logging in with your existing Google account (or setting up a new one). A Chromebook can be used without a Google account but with limited functionality (i.e. no apps besides what is already on the device. Once the user is logged in, a quick tour is given of the UI and that is about it. If you have used a browser then perfect and if you've used Chrome, then even better.

 

Overall system performance is very responsive. Booting the device takes around 5-10 seconds (mine takes around 6, even after installing apps). Switching between tabs and navigating the UI is very smooth, even with several tabs open. If there is an update that requires a reboot, a little arrow shows up in the task drawer. The only setup the user may need to work on is the screen brightness and mouse sensitivity which I find to be a very personal touch. Getting used to the mouse takes a little bit of getting used to as it supports multi-touch and gestures so remembering to not leave my fingertip on the pad takes some time but is not unfeasible. The brightness setting, on the other hand, does not even require even going into settings as there are keys built into the keyboard. Speaker sound quality is about as much as can be expected from laptop speakers so plugging in external speakers is your best bet (or headphones for that matter) for better sound but the built-in speakers work well enough in quiet environments or for a quick listen (i.e. Google Voice voicemail).

 

As far as laptops go, getting a Chromebook is a good bet. It works well for e-mail, checking RSS feeds, watching videos, etc. The screen quality looks good on at the 13.3” size to make HD videos enjoyable to watch and battery life makes it easy to forget to charge, even while during regular usage. Finally, the price is easy on one’s budget, especially better when compared to other laptops with similar specs to do the same thing.

Tags samsung, chromebook, google, chrome, browser, wifi, performance, mouse, gesture, swype, internet, sensitivity, transition
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