Speck CandyShell Card iPhone 5 Case

Speck recently released a new protective case for iPhone 5. If you need a handy way to hold multiple cards along with your iPhone 5, the CandyShell Card iPhone 5 case may be able to catch your eyes. The CandyShell Card is a practical form-fitting protective case designed for iPhone 5.

As we can see from the images, the iPhone 5 case features a built-in rubberized slot to hold your up to 3 credit cards, and the custom designed opening allows you to conveniently take your cards out from the card slot. Moreover, the iPhone 5 case also features a patented single-piece construction with two-layer protection plus raised bezel and rubberized shield buttons in order to protect your iPhone 5 from bumps and scratches. Apart from that, all buttons and ports of your iPhone 5 are accessible via custom cutouts.

The CandyShell Card iPhone 5 case is available in two colors including black and red, each one is priced at $39.95 USD. If you’re interested, jump to Speck official site for more details. Additionally, if you need other options you might like to check the Stash iPhone 5 case and more via “iPhone 5 case” tag. [Via]

Bluetooth BBQ Thermometer

They say that cooking is an art, and for those of us who happen to burn the pot while one is boiling water, it goes without saying the kitchen is a whole lot better off without you in it. The thing is, you have this passion to tinker around the kitchen much to the chagrin of everyone else living under the same roof as you, but thank goodness technology has progressed to such a stage where it is able to help out even the most clueless of chefs.

Case in point, BBQs are fun, but it is an art to know whether that slab of meat, or row of sausages are well cooked right to the inside. Enter the $79.99 Bluetooth BBQ Thermometer to help you get the job done. With the Bluetooth BBQ Thermometer, no longer do you need to hang around a hot grill in order to check on the temperature of the food being cooked constantly, leaving you time and opportunity to chat up that sweet young thing whom you have had your eyes on for the longest time already.

The Bluetooth BBQ Thermometer would come across as a grilling, cooking, smoking thermometer, where it will work in tandem with an app on your iOS-powered device, or other compatible smartphones. A dual temperature probe will monitor a couple of different meats simultaneously, even up to 200 feet away, and will alert you the moment your food has reached the temperature you set on the base station. [Via]

Root Galaxy S4 (Snapdragon 600/Exynos 5) on Android 4.3 without Warranty Void.

Samsung had upgraded both Exynos 5 octa-core and Snapdragon 600 quad-core (LTE) variants of Galaxy S4 bearing model numbers GT-I9500 and GT-I9505 respectively to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean in November last year. Along with other notable features, the update brought with it Samsung Knox security feature.

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Guide to root Galaxy S4 I9500/I9505 on Android 4.3 without Knox warranty void.

XDA senior member, k1mu has now shared a root exploit, which works on a number of Android powered devices. It also supports the Galaxy S4 and does not void warranty but set the custom flags. Besides, the root exploit package installs su, SuperSU and other necessary support files to enable the root.

"This rooting process should work with a wide range of Android devices, particularly those running Linux Kernel before 3.5.5 (which most Android 4.3 ROMs use.) It's known to work for may GS4 variants and is harmless if it fails to work (no "Warranty Void" flags get set.), notes the developer. Head over to the development thread to learn more about the root release.

Galaxy S4 users who wish to root their devices using root exploit, may follow our step-by-step guide.


IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held liable for any damage to the device. Users are advised to ensure their devices meet following set of requirements.


Pre-requisites.

1) Install USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy S4 to connect the Android device with the computer.

2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on phone to connect it with computer and use Android SDK with it. [Navigate to Settings>> About phone. Tap on Build Number several times until a message appears saying 'You are now a Developer.' Now enable USB Debugging Mode by navigating to Settings>> Developer Options.]

3) As the tutorial might wipe out all data of the phone, create a backup. If the device is having any custom recoveries such as CWM/TWRP then backup data using the same.
 
4) If the Android phone powers off due to lack of battery while the installation process, it could damage the device. Therefore, the Galaxy S4 should have charge above 80% battery charge.

5) The Root Exploit package works only with Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 and GT-I9505. As applying this to any other variant might brick the device, verify the model number of Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings>> About device>> Model number.


How to root Galaxy S4 I9500/I9505 on Android 4.3 without tripping Knox

Step-1: Download Root Exploit for Samsung Galaxy S4 I9500/I9505
Download link: saferoot.zip 

Step-2: Extract the Root Exploit package using WinRAR/7-zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool

Step-3: Connect the Galaxy S4 to computer using USB cable

Step-4: On the computer, navigate to the extracted directory and double click install.bat file. A command prompt window will appear, which will detect your device and automatically run the scripts

Step-5: Follow the on-screen instructions. When the process is completed, the phone will reboot automatically
Samsung Galaxy S4 I9500/I9505 running Android 4.3 should now be rooted successfully. You may now install any app that requires root permission. Also, verify the root status of the phone by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: This procedure will not set the Knox warranty void flag. It will set the Custom flag, which is nothing g to worry about.

 

LG G3 release date tipped for as early as May

Does it make sense for LG to launch the sequel to the LG G2 less than a full year after the flagship was announced? Probably not, but crazier things have happened in the mobile industry. Buzz out of Korea says LG could be targeting a May release (or at least announcement) for the LG G3, the name likely to be associated with the G2 successor.

Specifically, a date of May 17th is on the docket. Should we mark our calendars? History says not to hedge bets on rumored smartphone release dates so far in advance. Too much could happen between now and then to cause a shift in expected plans. That is, of course, assuming the report holds some shred of truth.

We agree it seems strange to launch a followup to the G2 in such close proximity to the the initial model’s release, but LG has the incentive to get a jump on the Samsung Galaxy S5. The Galaxy S5 looks to be the phone that the G3 will target as a direct competitor, and Samsung’s major smartphone announcement has typically occurred during the late spring/early summer (and looks to follow that pattern again this year).  If LG simply teases the phone or offers a full announcement while delaying actual commercial availability an additional month or two, it might be enough to steal some of Samsung’s thunder.

The report also reiterates specs that have previously been associated with the LG G3, including a 5.5-inch QHD display (2560 x 1440), LG Odin octa-core CPU, and 16MP camera. While these specs, like the release date, remain unconfirmed, they seem within the ballpark of reality. Still, take the whole thing with a but of skepticism.

Hale Dreamer Alarm Clock Speaker Android Dock

Hale Dreamer Alarm Clock Speaker Android Dock tell you when it’s time to rise and shine
to sleep is not always as easy as laying down and shutting your eyes. For many, there is a bit of science to it. There needs to be little or no light, music or silence, and your phone either needs to be set to vibrate or have the volume turned down so you’re not woken up by every text. There is a nighttime mode that will screen calls for you, but there are docking systems out there that will cater to your specific needs a little bit better.

The Hale Dreamer Alarm Clock Android Dock is a multi-function alarm clock that will give you the ability to do much more than just charge your phone. It has SmartSilence, which will silence your phone unless there’s an emergency, and it can act as a sound machine that has a optional shut-off timer with fade-out. In addition to giving you actual buttons to press, it plugs into your audio jack and micro USB to charge up your phone and play music through its 10w, full-range speakers.

There is a snooze button, as well as brightness and volume knobs. From this alarm clock, you’ll be able to set everything just the way you like it. You can choose how often you repeat your alarm, wake up to custom tones, the snooze length, and the numeral style. This will cost you around $80, which isn’t too bad for a docking system. The only thing it lacks is the light coming on gradually with your alarm. [Via]

Lenovo Vibe Z LTE Smartphone Launched

There is always a first time for everything, and when it comes to the folks over at Lenovo, the Lenovo Vibe Z will be the first LTE smartphone from the company which is more famous for their range of notebooks and desktops than anything else. Sure, they have had some smartphones in the past that ran on Intel’s architecture, but those did not really manage to catch on with the crowd. This time around, the Lenovo Vibe Z would join in the ranks of the high end smartphone segment, so it will be interesting to see just what kind of reception it will get when it hits the market later this February. On to the details, then!

First of all, it is best to describe the Lenovo Vibe Z as a gorgeous razor-thin, blazing-fast device that comes with gesture controls, photo enhancement software and various premium technologies. Being the first smartphone from Lenovo that features LTE capabilities, the Vibe Z will be able to deliver data upload at up to 50 Mbit/s and downloads at up to 150 Mbit/s, on paper at least. Playing nice with GSM/UMTS networks up to 2100, other connectivity options will also include 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0.

As for the exterior, expect the svelte Vibe Z to arrive in a thin 7.9mm silver or titanium body, where it tips the scales at just 147 grams. The laser-etched, fabric-feel rear cover is a beauty to behold, being comfortable in your hands, while it has a 5.5” Full HD (1920×1080 resolution) IPS wide angle display that boasts of a pixel density of 400 pixels per inch. Underneath the beautiful exterior, you will find a quad-core 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor that is able to deliver extreme performance, 2GB RAM, up to 16GB of internal memory, Android 4.3 Jelly Bean as the operating system of choice, a 13-megapixel shooter at the back and a 5-megapixel camera in front for those video calls and great looking selfies. [Via]

3D Printed Abacus iPhone 5s Case

We aren’t sure whether you know how to use the ancient calculating device, but if you just need a unique way to protect your iPhone 5/5s, the 3D printed iPhone 5s case may be suitable for you. This is an interesting form-fitting protective case that measures approx 2.4 x 5.0 x 0.5 inches, and designed for iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s.

As we can see from the images, the iPhone 5 case is shaped as an abacus along with Apple logo-like beads, and all the tiny beads can be moved smoothly and freely so you can use the protective case as a real abacus. Moreover, the iPhone 5s case is made of white nylon plastic polished to reveal a smooth matte finish in order to protect your iPhone 5/5s from bumps and scratches and provide a comfortable grip. Apart from that, all iPhone buttons and ports are accessible via custom openings.

The 3D printed abacus iPhone 5s case is priced at $24 USD. If you’re interested, jump to Shapeways official site for more details. Additionally, if you need other options you might like to check O!Coat FaaGaa iPhone 5s case and more via “iPhone 5 case” tag. [Via]

Google Nexus 5 Android Phone Now Available

Google Nexus 5 has been available at Google Play, including two memory models and two colors. If you’re curious, let’s go on checking the official Android phone. Google Nexus 5 is a high performance Android smartphone that measures 69.17 x 137.84 x 8.59mm and weights 130g.

The smartphone runs Google’s latest Android 4.4 KitKat mobile operating system, and as we can see from the images, Nexus 5 also features sleek ultra-slim design, and comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 2.26GHz quad-core processor with Adreno 330 450MHz GPU, 2GB RAM, 16GB/32GB internal storage, 4.95-inch full HD IPS display with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, and 8-megapixel rear camera with optical image stabilization. Moreover, Nexus 5 also has Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, dual-band WiFi, GPS, built-in wireless charging as well 2300mAh rechargeable battery that offers 17 hours of talk time.

Google Nexus 5 Android smartphone comes in two colors and two memory version, and starting at $349 USD. If you’re interested, jump to Google official site for more details.