Android:How to create a "Card" UI

Android Developer Tips & Tricks: Creating a "Card" UI: The newest version of most Android apps published by Google have started featuring "cards."  Many other popular apps are also foll...

SG TV Guide - Android Apps on Google Play

A mobile friendly view of Singapore tv guide. SG TV Guide is probably the easiest application to check complete listing of MediaCorp television channels in Singapore! With this app, you will not miss your favourite drama or movies anymore.

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Android: How to Create Advance Drawer Layout with Dynamic Fragment Loading

Dharmang Soni: Advance Drawer layout with dynamic Fragment loadin...: Hello Friends, Here we are going to create advanced drawer with custom layout and dynamic fragment loading on each drawer item click. ...

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Notice: SG Supermarket Experiencing Problem

The server we are using are currently performing a maintenance. It is estimated that this maintenance should be completed within 2 - 3 hours.

We thank you for your patience and understanding.

How to Make a YouTube (or Other iframe) Video Responsive

Sometimes adding videos to your website can cause it appear ugly. By adding a few lines of CSS to your style sheet and wrapping the iframe embed code in a little of HTML, you can make your video responsive.

Step 1: Add this section of code to your CSS file.

.video-container {
    position: relative;
    padding-bottom: 56.25%;
    padding-top: 30px; height: 0; overflow: hidden;
}
 
.video-container iframe,
.video-container object,
.video-container embed {
    position: absolute;
    top: 0;
    left: 0;
    width: 100%;
    height: 100%;
}

Step 2:
Wrap the iframe code in

<div class="video-container"> </div>

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YouTube: This Video is not Available in your Country

Do you sometimes find yourself getting this message, "This video is not available in your country", when you are opening a YouTube video. This is because some videos are restricted by location.

Here is one trick to bypass this. If you are using Google Chrome, you can head over to ProxMate and download the extension. ProxMate does not only works for YouTube, it also allows you to use it on other platform such as Hulu, MTV and etc.

Yes!!! No More Annual Subscription Fee for Windows Developer Account

It seems that Microsoft have removed the requirement for developer to pay a annual fee to remain their Windows Developer account. Thus, now we only need to pay a one time registration fee charged for a developer account.

Torch Browser

Torch is a free and unique software that offers you powerful browsing together with built-in media downloading and sharing features.

Torch Browser is based on the Chromium technology platform, giving it fast browsing capabilities. With Torch, you can share sites you like, download torrents, accelerate downloads and grab online media - all directly from the browser. Everything you need is a just click away with Torch, so you don't have to use or download additional programs and tools.

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Free Web Hosting

So far, 000webhost.com is the best and free web hosting services that I have used. There are no hidden costs and most importantly, no adverts.

Free Hosting:

• Disk Space: 1500 MB
• Data Transfer: 100 GB / month
• Add-on Domains: 5
• Sub-domains: 5
• E-mail addresses: 5
• MySQL Databases: 5
• FTP Accounts: 1
• Cron Jobs: Yes
• Password Protect Directories: Yes

Wait no more and sign up now, if you are looking for a free web hosting.

SG Supermarket - Android Apps on Google Play

Going to supermarket to buy groceries? Browse through local supermarket weekly ads and promotions for stores including Cold Storage, FairPrice, Giant and Sheng Siong in just one app. It will be very convenient for those who goes shopping every week for daily needs.

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New Software Update for HTC ONE

Today I have just updated my HTC One and I am satisfy with it. This update comes with lots of new feature and improvement. You should update your phone now if you have not done so.

New Release of Girls' Generation Wiki

Check out my latest Girls' Generation Wiki app for Windows 8.1. :D

Description
Girls' Generation is a South Korean girl group formed by S. M. Entertainment in 2007. The nine member group consists of Taeyeon, Jessica, Sunny, Tiffany, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung, Yoona and Seohyun. Find out more about Girls' Generation and the members from our Girls Generation Wiki Windows 8 app.

Feature

• Simple and nice user interface.
• Display tweets.
• Display news from Soshified.
• Show next birthday.
• Live tiles showing latest news from Soshified (Wide and Large tiles only).

Tile Template

You can go to this link to find a complete list of tile template you can use for your Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone app.

How to Use Segoe UI symbol in XAML

You can go to this link to find the complete listing of the symbols that you can use.

Example

<TextBlock Text="&#xE006;" FontFamily="Segoe UI Symbol" >

How to Extend Splash Screen

Are you developing a Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 app and need to extend the splash screen? You can go to this link to learn how to extend the splash screen.

How to Display Code in Blogger Post

1. Firstly, we need to add some html code in the head section of the blogger template.
• Select Template -> Edit HTML
• Copy the code below to just before the closing head tag (</head>).
  
  

  <link href='http://alexgorbatchev.com/pub/sh/current/styles/shCore.css' rel='stylesheet' type='text/css'/>
  <link href='http://alexgorbatchev.com/pub/sh/current/styles/shThemeEclipse.css' rel='stylesheet' type='text/css'/>
  <script src='http://alexgorbatchev.com/pub/sh/current/scripts/shCore.js' type='text/javascript'/>
  <script src='http://alexgorbatchev.com/pub/sh/current/scripts/shBrushXml.js' type='text/javascript'/>
  <script language='javascript' type='text/javascript'>
  SyntaxHighlighter.config.bloggerMode = true;
  SyntaxHighlighter.all();
  </script>

  
  For the above code, I am only including the XML code. But if you need to include other code, you can go here to find the complete listing.
2. Secondly, we need to prepare the code to ensure it is rendered properly. To do so, you can use the following tool:
• http://www.opinionatedgeek.com/DotNet/Tools/HTMLEncode/encode.aspx
3. Now, you can copy it to your blogger post inside the <pre> tags.
   Example
   <pre title="Titles here" class="brush:xml;">
   ... ...
   </pre>

11 Steps to a Perfect Logo

[Windows 8] Singapore PSI is not Working Anymore

Singapore PSI is not working anymore on Windows 8. A new version of Singapore PSI will be projected to release in the later part of the year. Most likely the app, Singapore PSI, will be release for Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone 8.1 only.

Good News! Get Telerik's Windows 8 and Windows Phone Controls For Free For Limited Time

Telerik, a market-leading vendor of UI controls, end-to-end solutions for mobile app development, ALM tools across all major development platforms, is offering free Windows 8 and Windows Phone controls for free for the next 4 days to help celebrate TechEd 2014 and .NET developers.

Simply go to www.telerik.com/TechEd to claim your free license within the next 4 days.

Streem - Unlimited Cloud Storage

Need unlimited cloud storage space for your files? Sign up for Streem today! It is as easy as 1-2-Streem.

Streem is a cloud based hard drive that offers unlimited storage space for your needs (files, movies, music and etc.). All files are stored securely in the cloud and streamed to you on-demand, saving you terabytes of spaces on your hard drive.

It is different from other cloud storage providers, such as Dropbox, as it does not require you to keep your files on your hard drive and sync them to the cloud. Streem is not a cloud syncing tools. Streem stores everything in the cloud, instead of on the device, and streams the files to you on-demand when you need to access them, which will saves you tons of space and time.

So how much does it cost? Streem are now offering unlimited storage for free to everyone that share their unique link during their beta period after signing up. After the beta period, users will receive an additional month of free unlimited storage, and then will have the option of staying on at $20/month (discounts will be given to all beta users), or switching to their free plan, which offers up to 20GB of storage, with all the benefits of their software at no additional cost.

Sign up now @https://streem.com/r/S8TbbS

How To Use Openpuff Steganography To Send Sensitive Info Securely

OpenPuff is a free professional stenography tool, with unique features suitable for highly sensitive data covert transmission.

• Carrier chains: Data is split among many carriers. Only the correct carrier sequence enables unhiding. Moreever, up to 256MB can be hidden, if you have enough carriers at disposal. Last carrier will be filled with random bits in order to ensure that it is indistinguishable from others.
• Support formats: Images, audios, videos, flash and adobe
• Layers of security: Data, before carrier injection, is encrypted, scrambled, whitened and encoded.

For more information, please refer to OpenPuff website.

Slack: Be Less Busy

Try it now! Slack is an web application that brings all your communication together in one place. It's real-time messaging, archiving and search for modern teams.

I find it really easy to use and it solve the team communication problems. It makes our life easier and be more productive in our projects. All your messages, files and everything from Dropbox, Google Docs and dozens of other services and are link together. Click here to see the full list of services that Slack has integrates and more are being added every week.

Everything is perfectly in sync as you move between your desktop, iPhone, iPad or Android device.

An Internet Search Engine for Developer

DuckDuckGo is an Internet search engine that emphasizes protecting searches' privacy and avoiding the "filter bubble" of personalized search results. Wikipedia

It is really a helpful tools for a programmer and it teaches you how to code and debug. As you can see above, the results are not stored on DuckDuckGo Search engine's own server, but it searches the world wide web for information.

Plan Your Wedding With Google

Use free wedding templates and designs in GoogleDocs, Google Sites and Picnik to make planning your big day easy.

Link: Google Wedding

Download Free 40 Valentine Icons

Credit webdesignerdepot

Valentine day is coming soon, you may download these icons for free for your blog/website. This set of 40 icons is designed by roundicons and is free for both personal and commercial use.

Credit: webdesignerdepot.com

How To Flash LG Optimus One Back To Original Firmware

1. Download and install driver for LG P500
2. Restart your computer, then go to Device Manager and disable LGE Virtual Modem
3. Download and extract kdzupdater and install msxml.msi
4. Download LG P500 firmware that is suitable with your region.
5. Turn off your phone
6. Press and hold Power + Volume[+] + Back buttons, until your phone boot to emergency mode
7. Connect your phone to PC via USB
8. Run KDZ_FW_UPD.exe in administrator mode
9. Select Type: 3GQCT and select PhoneMode: DIAG
10. For KDZ files, select the firmware that you have downloaded
11. Click launch to start the update
12. Wait until it is done (around 5-10 minutes) and unplug the USB cable
13. Do a hard reset, hold Power + Volume[-] + Home buttons
14. Done!

*Do it at your own risk

Top 3 Best Free Android Car Racing Games

1. Asphalt 8: Airborne
2. GT Racing 2: The Real Car Experience
3. Real Racing 3

Microsoft Extends Updates for Windows XP

Microsoft have announced that it will continue to provide updates to its security products (antimalware engine and signatures) for Windows XP users through July 14, 2015.

http://thenextweb.com/microsoft/2014/01/15/microsoft-extends-updates-windows-xp-security-products-july-14-2015/#!smd34

Windows 8.1 Preview Expires Today

"If you’re still running the preview, take note that it’ll expire today, January 15. If you’ve not fired up your machine for a while, you should now see a notice advising you to upgrade every time you sign in. After January 15, your PC will also restart every 2 hours, and you’ll lose any unsaved data."

http://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/m/tech-news-psa-windows-81-preview-expires-today

Free Bootstrap Themes

If you have been using Bootstrap a lot...check out this site http://www.blacktie.co/ where you can download really nice and free Bootstrap themes.