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EACH WEEK, WE highlight five apps that are worth downloading for your smartphone and tablet. There are a lot of apps released on a daily basis, but not all of them are worth paying attention to.
This week includes a cleaner that will speed up your Android phone, a way to see all the photos taken close to you and a homage to SEGA’s Shinobi series.
The Cleaner
For: Android
Cost: Free
- One of the worst things that can happen to your phone, or any device, is when it becomes slower than usual, normally due to lack of free memory to work with.
- The Cleaner can help clear up your smartphone and get rid of redundant files and free up memory and RAM.
- If you’re regularly uploading new files and apps onto your phone, you can run scheduled checks so your phone doesn’t become overwhelmed.
- It can also help battery life since the less apps that are running, the less battery power that’s being used up.
Even if you’re not having memory or speed trouble, it’s handy to have if you don’t want to experience any unexpected surprises.
(Image: The Cleaner/Google Play)
Basemark OS II
For: iOS, Android, Windows Phone
Cost: Free
- Our smartphones are becoming more powerful, but ever wonder how it compares to other phones and tablets?
- Made for each OS, Basemark OS II runs a number of tests to see how your phone compares.
- Your phone is rated in five areas: system, memory, graphics, web browsing and camera.
- There’s a pro version but unless you really want to get into specific details, the free version will suffice.
- If you ever get into a “my phone is better than yours” debate and you’re feeling confident, then this may help you out.
(Image: Basemark OS II/Google Play)
Shadow Blade
For: iOS
Cost: €1.79
- There aren’t many original ninja games out on iOS. The closest would be Sega’s Shinobi III, but touchscreen controls just makes it awkward to play, especially during later levels.
- You control your ninja through swipe gestures, but thankfully there’s the option to use traditional controls if it gets awkward.
- There’s a nice balance between pace and controls. It’s simple to play, but there are enough challenges to keep you on your toes.
- Chances are dedicated players will blast through it in the space of a day, but like all smartphone games, it’s designed for dipping in and out of.
- Anyone looking for a smartphone-friendly version of Shinobi will find a lot to enjoy here.
(Video: Game Mob/YouTube)
Alphega
For: Android, Windows Phone
Cost: Free
- Geotagging is something that you’ll either find weird or fun. If you’re in the former, you might like this.
- Alphega takes all public updates from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Flickr and other networks and presents them on a large 3D map.
- It’s mainly photos you’ll get to see which is handy if you’re looking for new places of interest.
- For those worried, you can control your privacy settings so you can choose to see everyone around you or just your friends.
- Currently, both Android and Windows Phone versions are in public beta mode so there are a few kinks to iron out. An iOS version is also in the works.
(Video: UV Hertzog/YouTube)
Timeshift Burst
For: Android
Cost: Free
- Ok, so this isn’t strictly Android. It’s more for Sony Xperia phones although you’re free to check if it’s compatible.
- With that out of the way, Timeshift Burst captures 61 frames in the space of two seconds. That’s a lot of photos to work with.
- Then you can cycle through all the photos and pick out the ones you like the most.
- Alternatively, you can view them all in a burst sequence, creating a GIF-like effect.
- For everyone else, there Burst Mode Camera which effectively does the same, but with slightly lower image quality.
(Video: Sony Xperia/YouTube)
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Trump has killed any future prospects for America. The trust in the US is gone. Regardless of it’s leadership.
@Manni: meloni is a very strong woman and leader. I applaud her.
@Adam H2022: oh yes it will !!! But that’s not going happen. If Europe falls, everyone falls. We might not like the USA at the moment thanks to Trump, but we in the western world are are doomed if we split up.
No-one will pay your dole. Dog eat dog. Old European demons will awaken again.
Be careful of what you wish for.
@Basildon Joe: Thatcher
@offside again: she was a minor demon in European history, probably wouldn’t make top 40
@Oh Mammy: the witch is dead.
@Adam H2022: The EU is the wealthiest trading block, so of course it is going nowhere.
No rush….just needs to educate himself first
lol, great picture… ‘those cows are close up, and the other ones are far away’
A 6 time bankruptee is crashing the markets lol hope he gets a third term
@Housing Hunger Games: what’s he worth now? A bit more than you I’d say. So with your logic he knows more than you.
Probably the most astute Prime Minister in the EU. Plays the game.
The comments under Trump articles always remind me of the South Park episode, where it’s revealed that the Family Guy writers are actually manatees, picking random words out of a big pile and putting them together. 90% of comments here will be interchangeable with other Trump articles, might aswell just be unsophisticated bot posts at this point. Uninteresting, generic and pointless comments like “Tango man destroy democracy” “Orange man dumb” “Cheeto man Russian puppet” etc etc… Come on guys, make an effort at least. Try adding some insight or some new material. It’s bloody boring.
@Ekumbe Adesiyan: “They’ve already seen it get much better.” – Living here 38 years and I beg to differ. Most people who were on the fence about voting him in are seriously regretting their decision. It is a daily feed of chaos, and it’s only getting started. He’s not even trying to cover his tracks and has given cart blanche to many unscrupulous individuals. But he controls the media basically and the narrative, and his minions believe every lie. The Presidency has certainly enhanced his bank account and his brand though. Actually made him a real billionaire, many times over.
@POC: If he controls the media, then why is the vast majority of coverage about him negative? Wouldn’t he make them say nice things?
@Ekumbe Adesiyan: Dont be silly, he controls the media in the USA (ie will exclude any network that asks questions).
A prominent professor of history in the US said recently that it took Hitler nearly 10 years to do what Trump has done already.
@king kong: Absolute nonsense comment in every respect. I don’t even know where to start with that beauty.
@king kong: ah Hitler! History teacher said…. Blah blah. Actually Hitler was a national socialist, hated landlords, capitalists and anyone who made money from investments. Supported Palestinians (Mufti of Jerusalem) and as for Jews…. Totally the opposite of Trump. That doesn’t make Trump a good guy, but the comparison with Hitler is wrong.
@Ekumbe Adesiyan: What media sources in the US are you referring to? CNN, MSNBC don’t carry nearly the weight of Fox, X and Truth Social, and even Facebook for that matter. It’s all thing Trump over here. If you’re not on board you’re the enemy, unpatriotic, un American.
I came here during the Reagan term , when the Presidency was respected by default – regardless of policy mistakes and differences. I was shocked when Bush Snr wasn’t re-elected, Clinton was a good President , though his 2 terms were spent defending himself against a merciless vendetta. If not for 9-11, Bush Jnr would have been jettisoned – though I do believe he is a humanitarian. Obama was hated because he was black – simple as. Biden’s record will stand the test of time. I would take any of them again above the current imposter. He will go down as one of the worst to occupy the White House. He IS, a criminal. If you have any solid refutes to my opinions, please share.
A balloon
Thank you Mr Trump
Because your actions have decreased my mortgage repayments
That’s something real for.me
Rather than than all the bluster and lies from FFG
Amazing that , an American can get me to keep more cash in my account
Trump prob thinks Italy love him because of their great great leader Mussolini
A chuckle of clowns
@Ian McDonald: a gang of weasels.
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