Author: Henry R. Lares

Henry Lares is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including Tech Crunch and the Huffington Post.  In regards to academics, Henry earned an engineering degree from Apex Technical School. Henry has a passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.

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Aptoide 9.0 Now Available to Download – The Best Alternative to Google Play Store

The Play Store has plenty of apps available for all tastes and genres. There are, however, many apps that don’t make the cut which can be very useful for a variety of situations, including games, downloaders and much more. In order to enjoy a greater variety of apps, you should download the newly released version of the Aptoide repository, which has become a very popular alternative to Google Play Store.

Aptoide also offers several advances all listed below.

There is no need to register an account

You can freely use the app after installation without entering data or register an account. The app is a safe and reliable download source for over 30,000 apps, and all of them are constantly update. It even features an update mechanic similar to that of the Play Store as you can batch update all your apps with one tap.

Easily revert to a previous version of an app

Let’s say you upload an app. You launch it soon after, only to discover that it does no longer run well on your phone, a feature you liked was removed, it is now plagued by ads, etc. While you can’t do anything if it was downloaded from the Play Store, Aptoide has a handy rollback feature. Merely tap a button and you can restore your app to the previous version anytime you feel like it.

Intuitive interface and easy to use

The app offers a simplified user interface that allows you to easily find the app you want to find and download. You can also find interesting apps that were removed from the official Play Store such as downloaders, overclocking apps, superuser apps and many more. It is also great for older Android phones as it gives them access to apps that are not available to them otherwise.

The most recent version is available on the official website. Keep in mind that you must allow the installation of apps from unknown sources before you try to install Aptoide. Enjoy!

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Is it Legal to Download the ShowBox APK app?

With a growing popularity of binge-watching, many users start to wonder: is it legal to use video streaming apps? This question is a recurring subject of discussions in online forums. Currently, the most widely used app for video streaming is ShowBox. Let’s take a look at ShowBox APK then, in search for an answer to this question.

The advantages of using ShowBox

Talking about ShowBox, it is hard not to notice this free media streaming app’s versatility, as it supports PC, Apple, Apple TV, Xbox, Android and many other platforms. The important thing for many users is surely the fact that no subscription is required in order to watch videos through this app. ShowBox is also easy to use, which is definitely a plus for a little bit older users.

Some of the features of ShowBox

The success of ShowBox is not a surprise, considering its features, such as a library containing a wide selection of all genres and languages, high-quality video streaming, offline video downloading and unlimited streaming and downloading.

Is ShowBox legal or not?

Asked whether streaming through ShowBox is legal or not, many users would surely give us different answers. It looks like there are many opinions on this subject.

Of course, there are many who have nothing against using it for video streaming. Some are concerned with the safety of getting such app, as it is not too secure and does not protect against viruses.

ShowBox is most likely not a licensed app, therefore it cannot be found in the Google Play store, but we have to visit a third-party website in order to download it.

The lack of an official website also worries many users, so there is no way to interact with the app’s developers or get technical support if needed.

It looks like there is no answer as to whether ShowBox is legal or not, and all users have to make their own decision before they decide to download it.

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Fortnite Update 5.21 Patch: Update Download Available

The most recent patch released for Fortnite, v5.21, was introduced this week on Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox One, PS4 and mobile. This update adds new features to the game: time-limited modes named Sniper Shootout and Soaring 50s, as well as a weapon called Heavy Sniper. In this article we will take a closer look at these additions to see if they are improving Fortnite in any way.

Sniper Shootout LTM

This new LTM features only sniper rifles, such as scoped guns (including newly added Heavy Sniper) and non-scoped long-range guns. A very important part of the shooter genre, snipers-only mode provides players with an exciting experience, creating a stressful and tense atmosphere. While it is better to avoid getting shot, the map offers many health packs and shield buffs, so there is always a chance to improve the health levels. Overall, Sniper Shootout is definitely up there with other great Fortnite LTMs.

Soaring 50s LTM

Getting its name from added mobility options, Soaring 50s is a standard 50v50 mode. This extra mobility was achieved mostly thanks to the glider, which can be used in the air at least 10 meters above the ground. The additional launch pads, bounce pads and impulse grenades provide more ways of starting the flight. The mobility in this LTM allows to escape the danger in many situations, but it can also isolate a player from his teammates. This mode is fast-paced, but also chaotic, so there will be those who will not enjoy it fully.

Heavy Sniper

This new weapon is available in Epic-level and Legendary-level versions. It can be found in vending machines, chests, supply drops and regular loot. The Heavy Sniper causes a lot of destruction, as its damage is 150+ per shot and 1050+ against structures. Thanks to a minimal bullet drop, this weapon is very effective at long-range distances. The only real downside is rather the long reload time and just one bullet in the chamber, so every shot matters while using Heavy Sniper.

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Diablo III Available to Download and Play on Switch

Finally, there is some good news for the fans of Diablo III. This very popular game will become available on Switch later this year, being the first Blizzard title compatible with a Nintendo platform in around 15 years. But this is not all, as Legend of Zelda should also arrive on Switch somewhere in 2018.

Porting of Diablo III to Switch went smoothly

According to Pete Stilwell, a senior producer, the process of porting Diablo III was accomplished without any complications and the hardest part of it was the “conversion on the graphics site”. During a meeting that took place earlier this week in San Francisco, Stilwell offered hope to the fans of Blizzard productions, saying that the porting of Diablo III to Switch is just the beginning and more titles are expected to follow. He also praised Nintendo for their help and attitude in the porting process.

The whole process took nine months

Diablo III was a perfect choice for a Switch port, as a lot of work was done a few years ago, when the game was transformed from PC to consoles. It is also worth mentioning that Blizzard had additional help from Iron Galaxy, the studio responsible for the Switch port of Skyrim in 2017. In case of Diablo III, the whole process of making the game compatible with Switch took around nine months.

What about other Blizzard games

The successful process of porting Diablo III does not mean that all other Blizzards titles will be adapted to Switch, as each game will still require a separate process. Overwatch was given as an example of such game, however, Stilwell said that there is a possibility of a Switch port of this title as well.

We do not have good news for those who hope to see Diablo on mobile devices, as Stilwell stated that there is no interest in this. He also said that they would have to face many challenges in the process of adopting Diablo to the requirements of smartphones.

The senior producer also stated that the version of Diablo III will be much improved, compared to the game we all played after its launch in 2012.

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Google Earth Newest Version Download Available for Windows and Mac

People that love to travel around the world via Google Earth have a new reason to be happy as the latest downloadable version brings lots of new interesting features.

Google Earth is compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows. It is also available on Mac as Google Pro.

Among the basic features of Google Earth we can list

  • Availability of advanced measurement data
  • Pro data layers that are only available in the app
  • The option to print high-resolution maps
  • You can import spreadsheets
  • Built-In movie maker for interactive geography lessons
  • The ability to import vector image files via GIS import
  • The update adds a plethora of new features:
  • Security fixes and the improvement of certificate support
  • Improved support for older Mac file formats and CSV importation
  • Improved layout, data synch and stability
  • International languages also receive better support, keyboard shortcut and missing translations were added
  • Fixes for the 64-bit version of Windows regarding crashes, joystick support and COM application support

Google Earth a program that creates and renders a 3D representation of the Earth by using satellite imagery. The program works by superimposing satellite images, aerial shots, and GIS data in the form of a 3D globe, which allows users to observe the globe from various points of view. You can explore the world by entering an address or coordinates.

The program is also available on the mobile platforms via apps, but they are merely a simplified version of the original desktop ones. The computer versions offer additional features such as additional globes for the Moon and Mars, and a tool to observe the night sky. A flight simulator game is also included in the app.

The program has been banned by some countries as they consider it to be a threat to national security, while others have requested that sensible locations such as military bases should be obscured.

The program is available for free on the official website and select app stores.

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