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What Will Happen To Android AR/VR In 2019?

Each year comes with impressive technological improvements, and this year should be no exception. We cannot wait to see what Android developers have for us in store in 2019. We already have a couple of predictions for Android and we are ready to share them with you.

Machine learning

Machine learning can be used as a tool and it has been implemented in various projects. Apps for social media, healthcare, the financial sector or banking have used machine learning successfully in the past. It is expected that Quantum computing will use machine learning in the future in order to handle large numbers of vectors in high-dimensional spaces.

Virtual assistants

The past year was huge for virtual assistants. Controlling them via voice commands makes things very simple for users. In 2019 we expect Android to take voice commands even further. A new user interface would be needed and the virtual assistant should receive several enhancements as well.

AR and VR

Another big trend for 2018 was represented by virtual reality and augmented reality. This should continue in 2019 and we should receive some improvements as well. These systems can be used for various purposes, especially when it comes to gaming. More and more apps have started to make use of virtual reality and we expect big things this year.

AR can be also used for designers, architects and others in order to visualize their final product. This way, they can make the needed adjustments before completing the project, which is something that should save time and money.

Getting root access

Rooting your Android device allows you to control it completely and it makes it possible to install apps that were not compatible initially with it. However, there are also some risks to that, as the sources might not always be reliable.

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VLC 3.0.93 Beta for Android Is Available With New Features

VLC is one of the most popular multimedia players in the world. It is an open source software, and it is available on virtually any platform out there, including Android. And about the Android variant, we’ll talk today. VLC 3.0.93 Beta for Android is now available with new features, changes, and several improvements.

VLC for Android Features

The VLC for Android is a full port version of the Windows-based variant. That means the Android version is, like the VLC for PC, allowing users to play any type of video and audio file, network streams and shares, as well as DVD ISOs. VLC for Android also comes with a whole bunch of features, including an excellent equalizer and some ‘cool’ filters, among other functions that we’ll discuss below.

VLC is virtually supporting every kind of video and audio files, such as MKV, MP4, AVI, MOV, Ogg, FLAC, TS, M2TS, Wv and AAC, and the app includes its own codecs so that you don’t have to download additional files to enjoy VLC at its maximum. Also, VLC is entirely free, comes without ads, and is also completely safe and malware-free.

VLC 3.0.93 Beta for Android Is Available With New Features

In short, according to the official release notes of the VLC 3.0.93 Beta for Android, the new version is boasting the following new features and changes:

  • Application:
    • Fix subtitles not reloaded when multitasking
    • Fix forward/rewind actions with Assistant
    • Improve video player accessibility descriptions
    • Stability improvements
    • Misc. fixes
  • TV:
    • Video player: improve the use of the search bar with remote control
    • Fix crashes in the main screen
    • Restore recommendations on Oreo
  • VLC:
    • Update VLC core

Besides these before-mentioned new features and changes, the new VLC 3.0.93 Beta for Android comes with bug fixes and improved stability. Also, keep in mind that this VLC 3.0.93 Beta is only a Beta version, so some of the new functions might not work correctly.

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Google Launches Google Maps Assistant Integration for Android and iOS

According to a report released on January 8th, Google plans to roll out Google Maps Assistant integration for both Android and iOS versions of the popular navigation application. As Google reported, the implementation of the Google Assistant in the navigation app would deliver information on ETAs, reply to messages, initiate and answer phone calls, play music or podcasts, and search for places on the map, among other features.

“On Android, the Assistant works with messaging services from the following providers: SMS, WhatsApp, Messenger, Hangouts, Viber, Telegram, Android Messages and more. And when you’re driving, the Assistant automatically calculates your ETA from Google Maps if you want to send your arrival time to friends,” Google reported.

“There’s a lot to keep track of when you’re traveling, from your flight confirmation number to the address of your hotel. Soon, you’ll be able to check in to your flight (starting first with domestic flights with United Airlines), save and retrieve your boarding pass, all with the Google Assistant on Android or iOS,” Google added.

Google Launches Google Maps Assistant Integration for Android and iOS

Google Maps Assistant integration would be one of the most important Google Assistant updates that the giant Internet company announced during CES 2019. Besides, Google Maps, the company also informed that the Google Assistant would also roll out in other Google Apps, as well as on several other products, such as Smart Clock and Display.

On smartphone devices, Google would also allow Google Assistant to help users even f the devices are locked. On the other hand, at CES 2019, Google also presented the new Google Assistant interpreter mode which permits users to translate phrases in real-time.

Back on the Google Maps Assistant integration for Android and iOS, in short, this mode would help users make use of the Assistant while on the go.

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Top 3 FREE Text Apps For Android To Send Free SMS

When looking for free text apps for Android, you might get confused quickly. You’ll bump into a lot of apps that would use your smartphone’s SMS service to send messages (which is not entirely free, depending on your carrier and your plan) or instant messaging applications that would indeed send messages in real time but won’t send real SMS. Luckily, there are some text apps for Android that you can use to send free SMS. Here are our top 3 FREE text apps for Android to send SMS.

Top 3 FREE Text Apps For Android To Send SMS

Google Voice

Google Voice is one of the best FREE text apps for Android that allows users to send SMS, as well as to make and receive phone calls. It is also one of the most popular apps in this regard, but it’s only available in US and Canada, so if you reside in another country in the world, you might experience poor coverage.

Text Free

Text Free is another excellent free SMS app for Android that also allows users to make free phone calls. It is also available on iOS where it is quite a popular application. Text Free enables users to sign up for an account, get a phone number, and send real SMS. It also permits users to make phone calls, but not more than 60 minutes per month for a free plan. However, you can either watch video ads or purchase extra minutes.

TextNow

TextNow is boasting the cleanest user interface among the apps in this top 3 free text apps for Android to send SMS. Thus, it is straightforward to use and very fast to set up. It allows users to send free SMS or make phone calls for free, but it also works like an MVNO of some kind. It also offers additional plans, the most interesting one being the unlimited everything plan which also provides unlimited Internet, but which only works on CDMA smartphones. Otherwise, the app is limited to the US and Canada.

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Minecraft Pocket Edition can be Downloaded on Android via Aptoide

If you are a Minecraft fan, you must be looking for the best ways to enjoy your favourite game. Now, the community found out some news about the Mobile version of this game. It looks like the Google Play store is not the only way you can get Minecraft: Pocket Edition on your Android device.

More and more voices claim that people can download this version of Minecraft by using Aptoide. If you choose this method, you’ll get the full APK without having to pay for all the required fees. On the other hand, we know that nothing is totally free, so you might discover that there are some disadvantages if you download the game through Aptoide.

The full Minecraft: Pocket Edition APK is now available in Aptoide

People who want to play games that can’t be downloaded from Google’s official store can start thinking about getting them via Aptoide. This is a good alternative for those who own Android devices.

However, in case you choose this method, remember that APKs coming from third-party app stores are not supported by developers, so you might get into a lot of trouble. Also, you won’t be able to hold the developers responsible for whatever issues you experience and this could be referring to anything from poor graphics to legal matters.

Despite the threats, Minecraft fans are willing to take any chances. Even if the game doesn’t come with excellent graphics when it’s downloaded from Aptoide, it still remains fun and addictive.

If you want to see how the Minecraft: Pocket Edition APK works after being downloaded from Aptoide, you have to follow some simple steps:

  1. Download Aptoide on your device;
  2. Once the installation is completed, open the store and look for Minecraft: Pocket Edition;
  3. Before you start downloading the game, make sure that you enable the Download from Unknown sources feature;
  4. Install the Minecraft APK and have fun!
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