Get Started with Friendly Pix

Friendly Pix is currently available on iOS and web app. Those who have androids can access it via browsers like Chrome or Firefox. The demo app is a cloned version of Instagram where you can upload images and share those using captions and hashtags. You can also follow people and other trends.

Meanwhile, a disclaimer on the web app reiterated the following:

“This is a sample application aimed at showcasing the Firebase platform capabilities. Avoid posting personal or private data.”

However, the application is fully functioning as it supports signing up with Google or Facebook to create a profile and upload photos. You can also like and comment on posts, as well as report the posts.

Despite its intended test nature, it seems that a handful of users from around the world have found the app and have started using it. Even I have logged in the app via Chrome on my phone. Also, I did see many people uploading photos with captions and others have started following as well.

It is actually not clear the intended use of the app whether it is for social networking or some other purpose. Nevertheless, Friendly Pix seem to be amusing as it is really simple and easy to use.

The whole idea behind releasing the app is to show that Firebase is actually a platform worth to consider for developers. So, if you want to have a look at the app and use it, simply click the link below. You can register your account, upload, and share photos and start following others. But just keep in mind not post anything that’s personal as Google has mentioned.

Start sharing your photos here https://friendly-pix.com/

Also read this 9 Amazing Things You Can Do With Google

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The new features that latest version of iOS provide are as follows:

1. Third-party Navigation in Car Play

With iOS 12 you can use Google maps in Car Play. With this feature, you can search for places, traffic information, alternative routes and more added feature include the ability to access lists to navigate some of your favourite spots, and traffic updates between work and home if you set up your commute. Great right!

2. Group FaceTime

With this new feature, “Group FaceTime” you can chat with around 32 people at once. You can also easily set up a group FaceTime call through the iMessage group chat window and add the effects like stickers and Memoji on the FaceTime call. This feature works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

3. Siri Shortcuts & Suggestions

With Siri shortcuts. Siri is capable of doing much more than just the quick questions and answers. Siri can learn your habits from your daily routine and provide suggestions accordingly. You can also create your own shortcuts to invoke specific actions from an app.

Whenever you use the Spotlight Search Tool, you will see suggestions show up underneath. The suggestions vary depending on what you have been doing on your device. The more you use the device, the more suggestions Siri would be able to provide you on a daily basis.

4. Animoji & Memoji

The latest update of iOS brings along more interesting Animoji with a new feature that allows you to add a tongue or a wink to any Animoji. Interesting, right?

Apple has also introduced Memoji through which you will be able to create an augmented reality character that resembles you with an option to choose different hairstyles, eye colours, and more distinct features. Amazing feature by Apple!

5. Redesigned Maps

Apple is making major changes to its maps app by adding more detailed maps with greenery and other public landmarks. The feature is not so active right now, however, the app will soon be updated.

6. Secured Location Data

iOS 12 has a new feature that makes easier to locate iPhone users if they get into an emergency. The feature, by design,  provides secure location data to first responders when you call 911.

The service combines Apple’s exciting HELO technology that estimates location based on cell towers, GPS, and Wi-Fi connectivity with a technology created by RapidSOS to securely deliver the location data information to 911 in an emergency.

7. Improved QR Code Reader

iOS 12 has made improvements to the feature. The feature will now itself highlight the code for you to indicate that it has been detected. You can also now add it to your Control Centre  so that when you want to scan a QR code, you just need to swipe into the Control Centre and tap the tile.

8. Improvements to Portrait Mode

The portrait mode in camera setting is improved since the app generates a mask when it detects a person in order to separate the person from the scene when processing the image. This is an awesome feature.

You can also import RAW-format photos from your laptops/computers/cameras with iOS 12 to your iPhone and iPad and also you can edit the photos on iPad Pro.

9. Improved Face ID

Face Id got a major overhaul for iOS 12. Two different Face ID profiles can be created with this new feature in order to unlock your device. In the settings, you will find an option to add an alternate appearance as well.

10. Better Performance

The focus has mainly been on optimizing the system when it’s under load to speed up the time faster for sheet display. CPU performance will also be ramped up to its highest state for performance and ramped down as quickly in order to preserve battery life.

You will also notice smoother and faster transition animations in iOS 12 than iOS 11.

11. Measurement App

The new “Measurement App” will allow you to measure length and breadth of the flat rectangular surfaces. By tapping the object and dragging out a line, it will display a measurement light on the screen. You can just tap on an object like a photo and the app will automatically detect the measurements providing you with each dimension.

12. Improved Photos App

A new section has been added in the Photos app, “For You” which will have the best photos of your photo library and your memories. You will see suggestions to apply effects to your best photos to make them better. You can also search photos by typing places, events, and activities captured in images. There is also “Sharing Suggestions”, which will come in handy when you see all your friends taking tons of photos together.

13. Grouped Notifications

iOS 12 groups all notifications for you not just by the app but also by topic and thread. This is a great feature! You can tap in and look at particular notification and with a simple swipe, an entire group notification can be wiped off. Siri even suggests which notification should be turned off depending on the apps you don’t use often.

14. Managing Screen Time

To allow users more insight and control over how much time they spend on their device, the updated version provides users with a detailed weekly activity summary. You can see how much time you spent on your device, be it just picking up the call, or on any app. There is also an App Limits feature, you can actually set your own limits for how much time you want to spend on a specific app, you will then receive notification letting you know that time is almost up once you have reached the limit.

iOS12 has brought up a noticeable speed boost wherein apps load really quickly. With its focus on functionality, stability, and performance, iOS12 is not the most revolutionary upgrade ever, but with the upgrade devices have become better and that’s what the users need. Right?

So, what are the new feature of iOS that you are excited about?

How to update ?

To download the update you will have to make sure that all of your data is backed up and you have the latest version of iOS. You can follow the steps to download the update:

1. Go to Settings>General>Software Update Apple’s iOS 12 page
2. Select the option to install iOS 12.
3. If you don’t see an option to update, just check that your device is supported as all Apple devices do not support the latest iOS version.

Here is the list of devices that support iOS 12:

1. iPad Air 1, iPad Air 2, iPad Pro (12.9, 2015), iPad Pro (9.7), iPad 2017, iPad Pro (10.5), iPad Pro (12.9, 2017), iPad 2018
2. iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4
3. iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X
4. iPod touch (sixth generation)

You can check of compatible devices list on iOS 12 official page here.

Now, it’s your turn to express views on the new iOS 12 and its features. Also, leave your comments below if you have expected some more features and if we missed out on something.

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Here are the all new Apps for you

Storyboard

This app is currently available on Android Platform only. Storyboard transforms your videos into comics. It selects, lays out, and stylizes video frames using experimental research technology from Google that runs entirely on your device. Its very easy & simple to use as other Google’s Apps. You need to Load a Video than Pull down to refresh till you get your desired layout & Tap on it to select. Your creativity can be Saved or shared. You can download this all from Google Play.

Selfissimo!

This App is for both Android & iOS platforms. This App is really amazing. It will take your Black & White selfie each time to pose in a new style. When you finish your poses, tab anywhere on screen to see your all selfies in different poses. Now you can select from the grid & Save or Share them. It uses experimental research technology from Google to capture photos automatically each time you pose. iPhone/iPad user can download this from App Store & Android phone user from Google Play

Scrubbies

Google has launched this App only for iOS platform currently. It lets you easily manipulate the speed and direction of video playback to produce amazing video loops that highlight actions, capture funny faces, and replay moments.
How you can use this App – Open the App, tab on Get Started & shoot a video. Click on recording button to once you finish your video. Now you can it back by swiping with one finger. Swipe it with two fingers to record the playback. Here is your loop ready, now you can share it with word & save in phone. You can always return to your captured footage as it automatically saved in the gallery. You can download it from iOS App Store

For more & detailed information, you can go through Google Research Blog Please let us know how much you liked these apps in our comment section below.

Enjoy New Photography highs…!!!

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Now Facebook has come up with its own video community “Facebook for Creators” for video lovers.

You can upload your videos, share them with people. You can like videos & comment on them. As we are doing on YouTube as well. Facebook may be launching this to give competition to Google’s YouTube. Well its new community, Everyone is not not families with it. May be Facebook will also provide monetization option for video as YouTube does with GoogleAdsense. Currently,  only registration can be done on Creators.

Registration is Simple as Follow

1. Go to https://www.facebook.com/creators & Click on Join button (on Right upper side of website) or Simply go to https://www.facebook.com/creators/join
2. Now it will ask for Sign in with Facebook. You must have a Facebook account to get registered on Creators. Click on “Sign in with Facebook“
3. Now it will ask you an active email address and basic details about your videos and your upload frequency, Part-time or Full-time & existing account URLs where you post videos 
4. Click on “Let’s do this!” and & You are ready to go.

Facebook has also provided iOS app for Creators. You can download this from iOS App Store.

An Android App is not yet available on PlayStore. Facebook will soon provide for Android users as well.

For more details & learn how to use this new feature, you can go through Facebook’s guide for this. There is a “Learn” section on website for this https://www.facebook.com/creators/learn

You can use Creator for your Personal Facebook profile or Facebook Page Profile. You will be asked to select between User Profile & Facebook Page Profile (If you have any Facebook Page)

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1.Shuffle Cantina (Free)
One of the most beautiful 3D game on iphone and ipad optimized for retina display. It takes you to the Another universe where you face your opponents in frantic and spectacular Air Hockey matches in Duel, Betting and Survival modes.

2.Spooky Hoofs (Free)
Experience the fastest, weirdest and most addictive coach ride ever! 

Guide this noble stagecoach and its black horses through eery woods and foggy marshes but beware of the creepy dwellers that will cross your path…

3. iBlast Moki 2 HD (Free)
A puzzle game where you place bombs strategically to blast away Moki to wormhole.Colorful World, Bombs and Sound effects maes this game even more awesome.

4.Rat Fishing (Free)
A logical game where you place cheese to trap the Rats with amazing graphics and many other fun ways to exterminate the rats.

5.Flick Home Run (Worth Buying)
I am in love with this game.The rule is simple. Hit the ball by flicking your finger with the same feeling in which you would swing a bat in real life. Think of your finger as a bat, and flick it with speed and accuracy to score a Homerun.

Believe me it take balls to hit out of the park, if you know what I mean :p

Like in angry birds you have different birds with different, here you have different balls to trick you.

6.Granny Smith (Must Buy)
Spent almost whole night playing it and can’t get enough.Granny Smith is a fast-paced racing platformer filled with spectacular crashes and amazing stunts. Jump, glide, swing and smash your way through 48 hand-crafted levels in three distinct settings. Just be sure to land on your feet!

You will definitely smile while playing this game.

7.Chicken raid (Paid)
Bored of angry birds.Create a master plan to teach this rowdy chicken gand a lesson.Amazing graphics and awesome strategy will kill you time and you will enjoy every minute of it

8.Pocket Truck HD (Free)
Epic Truck racing game with amazing stunts and graphics.

9.Ragdoll Blaster 3 : Deluxe HD (Free)
Addictive gameplay where you fire ragdoll out of a canon precisely to hit the target. Gorgeous 3d Visuals and sound effects..Nothing more to say.

10.Skypander’s Cloud Patrol (Free)
Tap to shoot or slide your finger across targets creating amazing knock out combos.It gets damn interesting as the level increments.

11.Cool Race (Free)
Slide down the snow-covered mountains and try to beat the other mammoths in this simple and fast-paced physics-based racing game.

12.Are You Quick Enough 2 Pro (Free for a limited time)
Most awesome reflex game so far.Get ready to test your brains reaction time with different challenges.

13.Kumo Lumo (Free)
Play as a smiling cloud as you float over the world in this one-of-a-kind rain ‘em up! Use rain to grow forests and douse fires, and use a bolt of lightning to zap enemies intent on ruining Kumo Lumo’s world.

14.Jump Out (Paid)
Yet another physics based gameplay with stunning graphics and levels.

15.Zombie Tsunami (Free)
Check the screen, It’s a Zombie Tsunami out there.Beginning with a single zombie running through the streets, chase down the living and add them to your chaotic procession of dashing undead

16.Angry Gran Run (Free)
Almost a copy of  Temple Run but  with more Run, jump and slide over and around tons of different and WACKY obstacles in this crazy new running game!

17.Aerox (Free)
I played this game almost for a day.Aerox is an innovative ball-rolling adventure, packed with plenty of platforming action and physics-based puzzles! Dynamic and varied gameplay mechanics are complemented by stunning visuals for a blissful and engaging mobile experience.

 18.Wimp: Who Stole My Pants (Free)
Travel across unique and amazing worlds chasing the thief. Every level is packed to the brim with fun, challenges and new game mechanics. The detailed environments, tricky puzzles and Wimp himself will do their best to keep you from getting bored of the game.

19. Anthill (Paid)
The award-winning user interface enables you to draw pheromone trails to direct your troops, moving streams of ants rather than individual and attacking them.

20.Free App a Day (Website)
I have all the games on my iphone listed above.Nope, I did not purchased any of them. Everyday an iphone game gets free for 24 hrs, FAAD keeps alerting you about the Paid Apps For Free For You to Keep Forever!

Think I’ve missed something? Give a shout-out to your favourites in the comments below.

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