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Google Maps Comes with New Features that Notify you of Future Natural Disasters

Google has recently reported a Google Maps update, which will bring to the app even more benefits when a natural disaster occurs. Another convenient option of the app has been discovered by users as well.

The tech giant stated in a blog post that the SOS alerts feature of Google Maps was enhanced by inserting visual information when there is a natural disaster, with a brand new navigation warning system to guide users away from peril.

Besides the latter mentioned option, Google Maps users would be able to see accurate visualizations of events such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, with other new features.

The option called SOS alert would also offer an outline of the occurrences, together with related news, emergency numbers and websites with updates from the authorities. Google Maps users, in particular, those being close to allegedly impacted regions, may expect to receive a notification days before such an even, for instance, a hurricane will occur. Forecasts of the anticipated time and route of the storm would also be noted in the notification.

In addition, the magnitude and epicenter of the earthquake will be shown in a ‘shakemap,’ which will also be accessible from within the application. Color codes would be utilized to determine the intensity of the earthquake in specific areas as well.

Even though a feature that predicts where floods are probably prone to happen is already accessible in the app, Google plans to continue enhancing the Google Maps’ functions related to natural disaster, including an option that warn people when a road is impacted by an accident and consequently re-routes to a more secure way.

Google Maps users will also have a brand new augmented reality mode to expect. The feature, which was first unveiled at last year’s Google i/O event and at the moment undergoing testings, will use the phone’s camera to help identify precisely where users are located, rather than having to direct themselves via the tiny blue dot.

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Samsung Galaxy M40 vs. Redmi Note 7 Pro – What Would You Choose?

Samsung is one of the giant techs on the market, and this year, the company launched aggressive its smartphones in India. Some of the smartphones are the Galaxy A and Galaxy M devices for the mid-range budget segments. The analyzes are quite simple; Samsung is trying to fight with companies like Xiaomi and Realme this year. So Samsung Galaxy M40 is the perfect example of the company’s attempt to win the battle.

Samsung Galaxy M40 versus Redmi Note 7 Pro

First of all, Samsung Galaxy M40 arrived in India for Rs. 19.990, and the Redmi Note 7 Pro is starting from 13.999. Looking at M40 specs, Redmi 7 Pro is the biggest competitor on the market. Going more in-depth with the analyzes, Galaxy M40 has its Infinity-O display, and it is the first phone with a hole-punch screen at this price. The screen is a larger one 6.3 inches FHD+ with minimal bezels and a high screen ratio. Even the M40 doesn’t have an AMOLED panel like the M30; it comes with an upper LCD and excellent viewing angles. The screen isn’t made of glass, but from a curved plastic and two colors on hand, Seawater Blue and Midnight Blue. However, the Redmi Note 7 Pro is coming with a Gorilla Glass 5 on both sides and 6.3 inches FHD + display. It has a water drop notch and the same display qualities as M40 from Samsung.

Second of all, we are moving to one of the most important aspects of a device, the camera. The Galaxy M40 is offering a triple camera setup with 32 MP on the primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 5Mp depth camera. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 7 Pro comes with a 48MP Sony IMX 586 on the primary camera and a secondary camera with 5 MP depths. Unfortunately for Samsung, the Redmi Note 7 Pro wins also with the Night mode that Galaxy M40 does not have.

Moving on with the comparison, we are looking very good at the software and the battery capacity. Both the Galaxy M40 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro are running on Snapdragon 675, and the performance is similar when it comes to apps. But the difference is made by the OS, and Samsung is offering Android Pie and an improved One UI which is bringing dark mode and a redesigned interface, so it’s much better than the MIUI.

Finally, regarding the battery capacity, Samsung Galaxy M40 offers a 3.500 mAh battery, and the Redmin Note 7 Pro a 4.000 mAh battery. So the difference is essential, especially if we look at the Galaxy M30 and M20 that are sporting a 5.000 mAh. The choice is yours, of course, even if the Samsung Galaxy M40 is a right product as a standalone; the Redmi Note 7 Pro is offering a lot of cool features at a more affordable price.

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How to unjailbreak an iPhone [iOS 11]

If you’ve finally decided to unjailbreak your iPhone, you can do that with the Backup and Restore feature of iTunes.  To unjailbreak your iPhone with this method, you’ll need:

  • Your iPhone (obviously)
  • A laptop (window or mac) with the iTunes app installed.
  • A USB cable

If you already have the above, then you’re all set to begin the unjailbreaking operation. Simply follow the tips below to unjailbreak your iPhone.

Unjailbreaking iPhone using iTunes Backup and Recovery feature

Unjailbreaking your iPhone using this process will usually restore your device to its original factory stock; as such you may want to back up your files before continuing with the operation.

How to back up your files

  • Connect the iPhone to your computer
  • Select your device from the options under the play controls
  • If this is the first time of connecting your iPhone to the iTunes app, a dialog box will come up on your screen asking you to confirm the connection. Click on the YES button to continue and then input your password.
  • Scroll to the backup section in the iTunes app on your laptop and click on the Backup now button.
  • Your files will be backed up within a few minutes. Note: iTunes will not backup your firmware, as such when you restore this backup after unjailbreaking, your device will not be jailbroken.

How to unjailbreak your iPhone

  • With your iPhone still connected to your computer, Press and hold the home and power button simultaneously for at least 10 seconds
  • Hold the home button for another 5 seconds until you see connect to iTunes, once this appears, you can let go of the home button.
  • The next step is to launch the iTunes app on your laptop
  • A dialog box will come up asking if you want to the app to make changes your device, click the YES button to continue
  • Once the app finishes loading, you should see a Check for Update button and also a Restore iPhone Button.
  • Click on the Restore iPhone button
  • Your iPhone will begin the restoration process and will take several minutes to complete. Note: your IOS will also be upgraded to the latest version during the restoration.
  • This unjailbreaking process restores the phone to its default settings as such all your data and settings will be wiped clean.
  • Once your phone has been fully restored, you can follow the prompt up screen to setup your device again

How to restore your backed up files

After completing the set up, you can restore your backed up files from the iTunes app on your laptop, by connecting your iPhone to it, and launching the iTunes app.

  • Go to the backup section again and click on the restore from backup button.

This will restore your previously backed up files.

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How to fix app crashes on jailbroken iOS 11

Jailbroken and currently facing those annoyingly constant app crashes on your iPhone? Well now you can fix those frequent crashes on your jailbroken iPhone following these simple tips.

Causes of app crash and how to fix them

  • App not compatible with your current OS

Your first troubleshooting step should involving checking the compatibility of the app with your device OS. While this may seem like an obvious cause and an easy fix, most users often neglect this important step.

Open your Appstore and Check if the app is compatible with your OS or the repository and check the requirements, If it’s not compatible, kindly uninstall it and check for an alternative.

  • Opposing apps installed

Not all apps play nice with one another especially those that makes use of the low-level permission (jailbreak). Some of these apps may not work well if the other is installed. As such you may want to check the timeline of the installation of various apps and see when the crashes began. Uninstall your apps chronologically starting with the newest and you’ll end up catching the culprit.

If you observe such incompatibility, you might want to send the developer an email to help them make changes to the app so that you can use them later.

  • Bad apps from an untrusted repository

One of the responsibilities that come with jailbreaking is taking care of your phone security. There are many repositories out there that you can get powerful apps from once you jailbreak your iPhone. Unfortunately, not all of them can be trusted. Some are quite dangerous. As such if you have installed an app from any repository you’re not sure of their integrity, you should definitely uninstall such app as they may be the cause of the crash.

  • Restoring from a jailbroken backup

After unjailbreaking your device, you probably have restored your files back again from a backup created from a previously jailbroken iPhone. If you find your springboard constantly crashing, this might be the culprit. To fix this, you might want to completely restore your phone and start afresh. This may seem a huge price to pay but for peace of mind, it might be your best option.

Quick troubleshooting tricks to find the apps causing crashes on your jailbroken iPhone

  • Install iCleaner app
  • Launch and click on the + sign
  • Add all the Cydia substrate add-ons
  • Toggle the switch button for the first 50% apps (if 10, turn off the first 5)
  • Close the iCleaner, respring and see if the crash still occurs. If yes then the bottom apps may be the cause of your problem.
  • Toggle half of the remaining apps, respring again and see if the crash still occurs.

Continue this process until you’re left with the app that causes the problem and then uninstall it. This should fix the crashing problem.

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How to fix Subway Surfers freezing issue

Are you a fan of Subway Surfers game? It’s one of the best games established, popular among game lovers. Subway Surfers is a game that has to do with running as fast as you can, dodging being hit by trains. It also has some nice features like the skateboard, the bouncing shoes, shield protection and many others. However, some game lovers face difficulties in playing this game.

Freezing and lagging is one of the common issues faced by some Subway Surfers gamers. Instead of having fun playing, they get frustrated with the game’s performance. You don’t get to enjoy the game when going through freezing issue. Nevertheless, we will show you how to resolve Subway Surfers freezing and lagging issues.

Fix: Subway Surfer freezing issue

If you experience freezing problem when playing the Subway Surfers game. It may be as a result of technical issues. Nevertheless, there are tips to help you run Subway Surfers smoothly on your device/PC. Let’s look at some of them below.

Solution 1: Disable Screen Animation Screen

Screen animations makes your screen looks good. Nevertheless, it’s one of the reasons why Subway Surfers keeps lagging. If you want to enjoy playing the game smoothly, disabling animation screen running in the background is one of the steps to take.

Solution 2: Clear Application’s Cache

Subway Surfers might be undergoing freezing problem due to excess cache on the app. Clearing them should help the app to perform better. To clear the application’s cache, go to “Settings” > “application manager”, tap on Subway Surfers and look for the option “clear cache”. Completion of this process will help stop the freezing problem.

Solution 3: Download cleaning apps

Another reason for the freezing of Subway Surfers is due to too many apps running in backgrounds. Download app cleaners like automatic task killer, game booster and the likes. This helps to clear the background running apps and can stop the freezing issue.

Hope you find this helpful?

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