When it comes to customizing Android, there's no better way to make it your own than by installing a custom ROM. You gain new features that were not accessible on the stock firmware that came with the phone, and you get complete control over how your system looks and feels. But there's definitely a learning curve.
The default screen timeout on most Android devices is 30 seconds. This usually offers a good balance of usability and battery savings, but sometimes, you need the screen to stay on longer. For instance, practically every time I try to show something on my phone to someone else, the screen locks before they get a chance to see it. But increasing the system-wide screen timeout isn't a great solution either, because this can lead to unnecessary battery drain and even screen burn-in.
Prior to this year's WWDC, there were lots of rumors that Apple might finally be making a version of iMessage for Android. While that never came to fruition, a few big updates to a very useful app have now ensured that we can seamlessly send and receive Android texts in Apple Messages on our Macs.
Hello Strangers, This is my first article for null-byte and its about staying anonymous on the Internet. But the question is why would you want to stay anonymous online?
Who says you have to cook on Thanksgiving? If you need a break, have surprise guests in town, or simply don't want to be in the kitchen cooking all day long, never fear: you have options.
As much as app developers would like to simplify things with icons and visual cues, text is still a huge part of a smartphone's interface. Much of our media consumption is text-based, and while Google's Roboto font is a beautiful typeface, a little variety here and there certainly wouldn't hurt.
This is a perfect dress to wear for summer--a sleeveless, two-tone strapless mini dress. You will need a bit of elastic to make sure your dress stays in place, and a sewing machien to put it all together.
If you're a college student, then you're super busy all the time. Between running around to classes, hanging around with friends, fraternity parties, volunteering, and work there's very little time to devote to preparing a healthy meal.
Whether you're dieting or you're simply watching out for your health, beans are one of the most nutrious, low-calorie, and filling foods you can consume. Because they're so high in fiber you can eat just a little and stay full for hours.
If you've ever been to the Harajuku district of Japan then you know that nothing is off limits to Japanese girls (and sometimes guys) when it comes to makeup. Whether they're dolled up in the Lolita style or the slightly racist Ganguro style (in which girls dress up as black-faced "average American teenager"), makeup shows off each person's personality.
One of the newest and most effective types of dry powder asmtha inhalers is called a Diskus. They can be confusing to use for those used to a more traditional inhaler. This video will show you how to use a Diskus to treat your Asmtha symptoms and make sure your device stays clean and effective for a long time.
Gmail has been the best free email client for a while, but now it's even better. It has added a Skype-like service by which you can call any number in the US or Canada from the US or Canada for free. This video will show you how fast and easy it is to use this new feature to cut down on your phone bill and stay connected.
We love yoga: it prepares us for the day ahead and stretches out any residual tension in our shoulders and back. But waking up at 6 AM in the morning and doing that first down dog can be...rough. That's why it's so important to stretch before you start your morning yoga routine.
Is your dad's favorite pastime taking his boat out from the dock at Marina del Ray and just sailing into the sunset, staying out on the broad ocean for hours at a time? Then he will most definitely dig your gift for him this Father's Day when you create these adorable origami sailboats.
In this next serious and important tutorial, you'll be taking a look at how to defuse or prevent any voilence from occuring in the workplace. This can range from a fist fight with a customer to an armed robbery. You'll find out what you need to do in order to stay alive and make sure that no one gets hurt.
In this tutorial, animal expert Marc Morrone shows you exactly how to feed and care for your pet bird so that they live a long, healthy life. Check this out and learn when, how and what to feed your feathered friends.
Katy Perry is one quirky cutie who always puts her own spin on looks on the red carpet. Whether it was her shocking Smurf blue hair at the MTV Video Music Awards or her glittery cat eyes for her "California Gurls" music video with Snoop Dogg, she's always ahead of the game.
Reptiles need special food too and in this tutorial, Marc Moronne will show you exactly how to care for your scaley friends. Make sure you give your reptiles the right amount and type of food so they can live a long, happy and healthy life.
In this tutorial, learn how to feed your dog properly with help from expert Marc Morrone. You want to make sure you are feeding your dog the right food at the right times of day so that they stay happy, healthy and energetic. Follow along and make sure you know what your puppy is eating.
In this tutorial, Pete the bike mechanic, explains how to install a back rack to your bicycle. Especially if you are taking your ride to the beach or around town, you will need to carry things with it. Whether it is lunch, towels, groceries or whatever else, make sure you have a nice sturdy carrier installed to help out. Follow along and stay safe while you ride.
In this tutorial, learn step by step how to assemble and tune your front and rear handbrakes. This video, hosted by Pete, will walk you through the process of assembling your brakes so you stay safe on the road. This how-to will work for beach cruisers, mountain bike and BMX bikes, too.
When you adopt a new cat, it is important to make sure you know what is best for their health and happiness. In this tutorial, learn how to get the right food for your pet and feed them properly so they live a long and healthy life.
When you are camping, it is always nice to have a comfy place to sleep or rest. In this tutorial, learn how to construct a strong but cheap DIY "whoopie sling" for making a hammock. This suspended cocoon will let you enjoy the great outdoors while staying safe, comfortable and off the ground.
In this video, learn what to do when your Zippo runs out of fluid. You won't be able to get a good flame or perform any tricks without a totally full Zippo and in this clip, you will get a step by step on refueling. Follow along and stay safe and strong with your flame.
If your pet has recently had surgery or been ill, they may need to wear a medical collar. A medical e-collar or a cone will prevent your pet from chewing or licking an area of their body that they shouldn't be touching. In this video from Dr. Lauren, you will learn where to get an e-collar and how to secure it to their head so that they stay safe and happy.
A lot of commonly used household items are actually poison for your furry friends. In this clip, learn all about which items can pose a danger for your dog or cat. It's not only chemicals that are bad for your pets, innocent seeming items like fruit, veggies, chicken bones, chocolate, human medications and many other hidden dangers exist as well.
These days it seems like budgets are on everybody's minds. Big or small, financial planning is an essential part of daily life following the latest recession. In this tutorial you will learn how to create budget resources, using MS Project 2007, that you can assign to your project to compare you actual hours and costs against your budget.
In this clip from IGN, learn how to dominate the challenge room in Batman: Arkham Asylum. This video will give you some essential do's and don'ts to survive Story Mode in this game. You won't be able to complete the game 100% until you've completed all 16 maps and in this clip you will learn the easiest and fastest ways to do that while staying alive.
Here's a question many have asked but few have had answered: Just what species of bird is the Twitter bird? For those of us who are Twitter addicts, we encounter this plump blue creature on a daily basis. But do we really know who - and what - this bird is?
Following video makeup tutorials can turn your makeup look from so-so to so hot...if you have the time and patience to follow through on your newly honed advice.
Facebook privacy has been a big issue in the news lately. You can never be too careful when you put your information on the Internet. In this tutorial, learn how to download a very cool new application for Firefox called "Facebook Privacy Scanner". This tool is installed in your Firefox browser and helps you stay on top of your Facebook and information.
If you are looking for an awesome look for summer that will stay put and out of your face, check out this tutorial. In this video, you will learn how to create this style from superstar Nicole Richie.
If you have upgraded your Windows to Windows 7 and want to stay current with all the new operating systems and software but hate it when you're faced with all the changes upgrading brings, you can download the 7 Taskbar Tweaker to configure your taskbar to your preferences. If you liked the old feel of Windows you can change that by choosing the option, you can also change what happens when you click on certain buttons to make your computer user friendly.
Want to pin a Windows 7 application or browser window such that it's always on top of your screen? It's easy. So easy, in fact, that this free video software tutorial can present a complete overview of the process in just over a minute and a half's time. For complete, step-by-step instructions on how to force any window to stay on top, take a look.
Joni Marie Newman shows how to make a vegan style bacon and egg breakfast burger. Crumble some extra firm tofu in a bowl, and flavor it with mustard, salt, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, and some fake bacon bits. Mix all the ingredients together, then add flour until it reaches a sticky consistency so it will stick together when you form the patties.
In this Food video tutorial you will learn how to make simple potato wedges. Get potatoes depending on how many people are going to eat. Wash them and brush them so that they are clean. Then dry them up. Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees. Now cut the potatoes in to wedges. Take a cookie tray, spread aluminum foil over it and spread olive oil on the foil. Spread out the wedges on the foil and sprinkle salt and pepper. Put the tray in the oven and after about 45 minutes the potato wedges are rea...
Fitness guru Tony Horton has just what you need to lose your saddlebags and get the firm abs you've always wanted! Follow these easy tips form Tony Horton and you will start seeing results right away. Don't forget the hardest part is staying motivated! This video will show you how to lose your saddlebags.
Steal a makeup look from right off the runway with help from Fashion Face TV makup tutorials. Rule your school, party, event with this impeccable blue smokey eye and dark gothic magenta lip. The following makeup products were used in this video:
In this Computers & Programming video tutorial you will learn how to use TweetBrain to increase your Twitter followers. It basically links up people who are using this program very well so that every body is tweeting about everybody. You have to go to TweetBrain and get an account. When you answer a question from anyone, it goes out to all your followers. Similarly, if someone answers your question, it goes out to their followers. So, your id is going out to so many more people. And some inte...
This is a Computers & Programming video tutorial where you will learn how to hack Google to find anything. There are no audio instructions; only a demonstration of the steps to follow. Go to Google and type into the search box: intitle:”index.of” (type anything here) and search. For example, type in: intitle:”index.of”Shakira mp3. And click search. Then you will get the search results. Now you can click on Index of…/songs and it will take you to the songs index page. From there you can downlo...
