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Pixel Launcher 11 Build 825 Is Available to Download with New Fixes

The Google Pixel Launcher is a custom launcher made by Google to grant users access to the home screen experience of smartphones like the Pixel and Pixel XL, which are also developed and made by Google.

It has multiple critical features like:

  • The ability to swipe right from the home screen to browse personalized Google cards that can bring you custom information, news, and more, just when you want it!
  • Fast access to Google Search on the main home screen.
  • App suggestions that help you find apps that suit your needs rapidly.
  • Swiping up on the bottom Favorites to find the app you are looking for rapidly.
  • Long-pressing on apps that support shortcuts to jump right where you want to. There is also the option to long-press a shortcut and drag it to the home screen.

Here are some patch notes that Google still displays with each new update of the launcher:

As of October 2016:

  • The weather appears in the top right corner of your current location
  • Visual refresh of wallpaper picker
  • New circular folder presentation
  • Shortcuts on long-press of supporting apps

The launcher receives occasional updates. Each new update adds extra features or fixes bugs that are present on existing features.

The app reached build 825. It is available for download from the Google Play Store.

We recommend that you keep the launcher updated at all times so that you benefit from top-notch performance.

Also, try to download updates from official means (Google Play) as other third-party markets typically hide some unwanted content beneath their friendly shell. It can be bloatware, malware, or viruses. It just isn’t worth the risk considering that the launcher is free.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Playing Games Online

Let’s suppose you’re at your workplace, and you have nothing to do for the moment. You would definitely like to play a sports or shooter game as you do at home, but it would be a bit embarrassing to install such software on the computer that your boss gave you only for your work. We know the feeling, we’ve all been there. That’s why playing games online becomes a great option.

Playing games online is a nice idea also if you’re usually suspicious when it comes to installing software on your machine. You won’t even have to worry if you have the right configuration or not, as online games work on pretty much any PC that has a decent internet connection. There’s no wonder why there are a lot of games that you can play online directly, and they’re becoming more and more prevalent. Here’s where to start:

  1. Choose your preferred website

There are tons of websites that offer online games, and they’re usually free of charge. Surf among each of them and choose for yourself which one offers the games that interest you the most. Here are some of the most visited websites that offer online games:

You can look for a game by category (racing, sports, fighting, etc.) or by directly typing the name of the game itself.

  1. Use a controller

Connecting a controller to your PC isn’t mandatory, but it will grant you a much more pleasant and efficient approach to some games. It would be a bit complicated to play a fighting game, for instance, with your keyboard. You need to have all the necessary buttons at your disposal fast, and you need to push them without looking even for a second at what you control with your hands. That’s why connecting a controller, gamepad, or joystick (as you wish to call it) is a good idea.

You must also keep in mind that not any online game offers support for controllers, but a lot of them do, such as NBA Jam, Life in the Static, The Lair, Tanuki Sunset, and many more.

  1. Configure your controller

If you have to spend a few bucks for the controller itself, this part won’t require you any money. In most cases, you’ll just have to connect the controller to your computer/laptop, and the operating system will do all the hard work of the configuration. If your controller’s box also has an installation CD, simply insert it into your computer and follow the simple instructions that appear on your screen.

One of the best aspects of playing games online is that anybody can do it. Whether you want to do it just for fun, or to have a more relaxing break from work, websites for online games will always be there waiting for you. A simple search on Google will reveal those websites for you.

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Reports Suggest WhatsApp Is Testing New Playback Speeds

There are numerous cases when you get a lengthy voice message and wish to go through it a little faster.

Thankfully, WhatsApp possibly got you covered.

The app is reportedly trying out numerous playback speeds on Android and iOS, WABetaInfo reported.

The outlet reported the modification in a new update in Apple’s TestFlight beta program and the Google Play beta program in recent days.

As for WABetaInfo, there will be a total of three playback speeds available on iOS and Android: 2.0X, 1.5X, and the default speed that we are used to.

The feature is still under development, and it isn’t yet available for the general public.

In the report regarding the Android version, the outlet claimed that users would be able to modify a voice message’s playback speed by tapping a speed label. Here are some screenshots of the feature at work:

As is the case with other updates, it isn’t yet clear if this one will be introduced to the mainstream, as there is no set release date.

Still, we wish that the feature will make it into WhatsApp. We all know the struggle of receiving a 10-minute long voice message and having to go through it slowly. Speeding things up by a factor of 1.5 would help us learn all of the messages faster and save some time.

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How To Compress a PDF File Online?

There are plenty of situations when you need to compress a PDF file that’s too large to handle. That’s when the Lua online app from getlua.com comes in handy. It’s ok to be sceptical and precautious when you’re thinking about installing anything on your computer. We all are, but the Lua app doesn’t even demand to run directly on your machine to do its job.

Let’s suppose you have a large PDF (Portable Document Format) file, and you need to send it via email to an employee for proofreading. In many situations, the file’s size could be too much to handle by your email service. Therefore, we propose a simple way of solving this common issue: the Lua app.

Lua works for Windows, Mac, and Linux

First and foremost, grab a PDF file of a maximum of 5MB that you want to compress and type ‘getlua.com’ in your browser. Just scroll down a bit, and you’ll immediately see the ‘Compress PDF’ link. Access it without hesitation, and the remaining steps are also simple:

  1. Hit the ‘Choose PDF File’ button.
  2. Locate your PDF file on your computer and click on it.
  3. Wait for the online app to compress your file (the compression process will start immediately).
  4. Enjoy the result!

Your PDF file will be compressed in no-time, and the online Lua app has even more to offer! You can use the software to play with PDF files in many other productive ways. Whether you also want to merge them, convert them into other formats, or even convert other formats such as JPG, Word, or Excel into PDF, the Lua app is there to help you with such tasks!

The Lua app from getlua.com won’t even charge you a single dime if you use it! The web app even works for all computer operating systems, whether you’re using Mac, Linux, or the good old Windows.

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Eternal Fury 3.0 Update – New Improvements and Excellent Features

Browser-based fantasy MMORPG Eternal Fury has undergone an epic worldwide update. New mounts, systems, and a slew of flashy wings await in Eternal Fury 3.0 as well as a brand new Marriage Officiant. Sorry players, there’s no more excuses for putting off that proposal.

Eternal Fury is a classic struggle-for-power story between the forces of good and evil, the holy heavens and depths of hell. Taking inspiration from Norse mythology, players are tasked with facing off against the goddess of the underworld, Hel, as her forces attempt to wrest control of the Human World for their overlord. Turn-based battles against these hellish denizens combine with castle-building and PvP elements to bring a classic fantasy RPG experience to the browser.

With 2 million satisfied players, Eternal Fury has enjoyed high rankings in the Google Play and App Stores. But the new-and-improved Eternal Fury 3.0 is upping the ante with the following updates awaiting new and returning players:

New Mounts

These include the Destructive Emberdrake, Cloudchaser Unicorn, and Golden Lion; players can ride their favourite beastie into battle or simply walk alongside them as a particularly flashy companion.

Marriage Officiant

The romantic players among you can now buy a bouquet and wedding ring for their significant others. Honeymooners can rejoice in paradise as new map locations open-up to newlyweds.

Class Advancement System

The updated class advancement system allows players to change their class after completing a certain number of quests. An ideal boon for indecisive gamers. Classes include Archer, Mage and Knight, each with unique active skills.

Holy Wings

Holy Wings now include new designs to further finetune your look. With aspects ranging from the demonic to the divine, these striking wings will also bestow bonuses after each battle.

New Ally

The Goddess of Flame is now available to lend her aid through the Goddess system. Designed to help players gain the upper hand in battle, the Goddess will enhance your troops and rain fire upon the enemy demonspawn.

All new servers for Eternal Fury 3.0 are up-and-running and free-to-play, so there’s no time like the present to enjoy these new toys. Learn more via the official Eternal Fury website or facebook page or play directly on R2Games.

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