How to Sync Files Between Computers Without Storing Them in the Cloud

So you have multiple computers and you want to keep your files in sync, but you don’t want to store them on someone else’s servers. You’ll want a service that synchronizes files directly between your computers.
With such a service, you can synchronize an unlimited amount of files and people can’t gain access to your files just by gaining access to an account on a server and viewing the files via the web interface.

1# BitTorrent Sync

BitTorrent Sync uses BitTorrent to transfer files — in private and in encrypted form, so no one can snoop on them. Just install it, select a folder, and generate a secret. Provide that secret to anyone — either another computer you own or a friend you would like to sync files with — and your folder will be automatically kept in sync across all configured PCs. This happens directly — either over a local network or over the Internet — using the powerful and fast BitTorrent technology. And it’s completely free.

2# AeroFS

AeroFS is free, assuming you don’t need its more advanced features. It creates a Dropbox-like folder on your computer and files sync automatically between the computers you set up. You can share each folder with one additional person, but you’ll need the paid version to share with additional people after that. It doesn’t use BitTorrent and relies on a user account system — there’s a central server that manages user accounts and sharing, but files aren’t hosted on AeroFS’s servers. They’re only stored on your computers. AeroFS promises that it “can’t even see your file names.”

3# Cubby

LogMeIn’s Cubby offers cloud storage, but it also offers a “DirectSync” feature. DirectSync allows you to synchronize an unlimited number of files directly between computers, skipping the cloud.
You will have to create an account, and cloud storage is enabled by default in Cubby. While DirectSync was previously free now it’s a paid feature…

4# Run your own cloud server

• SparkleShare: SparkleShare is an open-source Dropbox-like file syncing solution. The only difference is that you host it yourself. You could host Sparkleshare on one of your computers or on a server you have access to and get Dropbox-like syncing that’s entirely under your control.
• rsync: rync isn’t an instant syncing solution, but it can be used to run automatic incremental backups to a server. You could run a nightly rsync job and sync your files to an FTP server.
• OwnCloud gives you universal access to your files through a web interface or WebDAV. It also provides a platform to easily view & sync your contacts, calendars and bookmarks across all your devices and enables basic editing right on the web. Installation has minimal server requirements, doesn’t need special permissions and is quick. ownCloud is extendable via a simple but powerful API for applications and plugins.

via HowToGeek

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How To Avoid Data Roaming “Bill Shock”

If you’ve read recent scare stories of massive mobile data roaming charges – where naive users have racked up thousands of $ or € on their mobile bills just by browsing the internet or downloading a few files or email attachments – then you might be worried about taking your iPhone or Android smartphone abroad with you.
*Roaming is the word used to describe using your mobile phone on another network for a short period, while still being billed by your existing provider. Your mobile phone number remains the same while roaming. When you are roaming on another network the temporary mobile phone company will bill your usual mobile phone company for calls you make while roaming on their network.
It’s summer holiday season, it’s time to pack your suitcase and go on vacation. Keep in mind that roaming data is costly, consider the following tips to eliminate roaming charges and minimize your data usage while traveling abroad.

1. Turn Off Data Roaming
The European Commission recently voted to end roaming charges by 2014, but until then it’s important to turn off data roaming on your phone when traveling outside your network.
If you want to access the Internet on your smartphone when traveling abroad, consider enabling Airplane Mode on your phone. You can still enable Wi-Fi when your phone is in Airplane Mode, so head somewhere like McDonald’s or Starbucks for free Internet access.
If you have an iPhone, open Settings and turn Airplane Mode “On.” If you have an Android, from the Settings option, choose Wireless & Networks > Mobile Networks > uncheck Data Roaming.
2. Disable Push Notifications and Auto-Synching
Does your phone alert you instantly when you have new mail? That requires data usage. If you have an iPhone, you can change this by accessing Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > Fetch New Data to turn off Push Notifications. Furthermore, on iPhone, you can manually disable push notifications for each app. Click on the app and turn the Notification Center to “Off.”
If you have an Android, go to Settings > Accounts & Synch and turn off Auto-Synch.
3. Be Aware of How Much Data You’ve Used
Reset your data tracker so you know exactly how much data you’ve used in a given time.
If you have an iPhone, go to Settings > General > Usage (“Cellular Usage” on some phones) to reset data statistics.
On Android check data usage under Wireless networks > Mobile network section or download an app from their mobile carriers. Verizon’s app is called My Verizon Mobile and allows you to check data usage, make payments, and view your current phone plan. The AT&T app is called myAT&T and lets you view and pay your bill, check data usage and locate Wi-Fi hotspots. More tips for data usage tracking: http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-20077775-285/how-to-track-data-usage-on-your-android-phone/
4. Buy an International Data Package Through Your Mobile Provider
These packages are sometimes called “add-ons.” Most carriers let you buy a bundle of data for a monthly rate, so you can use the Internet without searching for a Wi-Fi hotpot.
To check international roaming data plans for AT&T, click here.
To check international roaming data plans for Verizon, click here.
To check international roaming data plans for T-Mobile, click here.
5. Buy a SIM Card Once You’ve Landed
Buying a local SIM is often the cheapest option, but it can also be the most difficult. When you purchase a local SIM, you also get a local phone number.
If you decide to buy a prepaid international SIM card for traveling abroad, you’ll need to look into getting an unlocked GSM standard phone. We recommend asking your provider if your phone is “world-compatible.”
Companies that offer these include OneSimCard, Maxroam and Telestial.
OneSimCard sells international SIM cards for $29.95. Incoming and outgoing calling costs vary depending on your travel destination, but OneSimCard rates tend to be lower than international calling rates offered through providers like AT&T or T-Mobile.
Maxroam interntaional SIM cards sell for $20. It’s most cost-efficient for travel in Europe.
Telestial Passport offers a $19 international SIM card; it’s best for heavy data users.
6. Wi-Fi-Enabled Alternatives
There are some great apps right now, which you can use to communicate with people while abroad — if you have Wi-Fi or Internet access. What’s App lets you send messages, pictures, audio notes and video messages with friends, via Wi-Fi. Vibr is free and lets you call, text or send pictures, via Wi-Fi or 4G.
via Mashable

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Vine for iOS Gets New Features

Twitter today announced what it says is the biggest update to Vine for iOS yet, adding a slew of new features and fixing multiple issues. You can download the new app now directly from Apple’s App Store. First and foremost, the new app now has channels where you can submit posts or browse from the Explore screen; each has their own theme and Popular feed. As of today, there are 15 channels available: Comedy, Art & Experimental, Cats, Dogs, Family, Beauty & Fashion, Food, Health & Fitness, Nature, Music, News & Politics, Special FX, Sports, Urban and ‘wier d’.

Next up is the new “On the rise” section that lets you discover new people “who are starting to capture the attention and interest of the Vine community.” In other words, it’s another place to check out trending users. Most interesting of all, however, is “revining.” Just like retweeting, you can now share other people’s posts with your all of your followers in one tap.
Twitter has also redesigned the camera and included new grid, focus, and ghost tools. This is key for those who want to push the limits of producing great content on the platform. Last but not least, Vine now offers protected accounts. Although most posts are public (they can be viewed, discovered and shared by anyone on Vine), just like on Twitter, if you want more control over who can see your posts, you can now protect them. Again, just like on Twitter this means only the people you approve to follow can see them, unless you share them elsewhere.
Read more at TheNextWeb

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HTC Butterfly S Released in Taiwan for 767 USD

Late last month, HTC launched a Butterfly subsequent version – Butterfly S, and today, the phone is being released in Taiwan.
HTC Butterfly S is available in three colors: gray, white, and red. It will be officially started selling in Taiwan, the retail price is NT $ 22,900 yuan, equivalent to about 4700 RMB (767 USD). With the Taiwan version is on sale, we believe that licensed version will be coming soon.
It features with the former Butterfly device and uses BoomSound dual front speaker designs. In the hardware configuration, Butterfly S is basically a combination of HTC One version with Butterfly.
HTC Butterfly S comes with a 1080p 5-inch screen and 2GB of memory, moreover, the device is also equipped with the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor and 4 million pixels UltraPixel super-camera that HTC One used to have.
Check this out if you want to buy a similar phone with lower price:
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Twitter Translating Tweets: Egypt

If you are one of them people that come across a thing called the NEWS, then you might have heard from one of the media sources about recent events in Egypt. Plagued by civil unrest and empty promises, the Egyptian army has removed Egypt’s first Muslim ruler President Mohammed Morsi.

As you can expect he was not best pleased so he decided to express himself like everyone else does and that is via the internet. Behind a monitor, anybody can be John Cena and dish out threats and what they are going to do and as well as telling other people what to do. Using the almighty social media tool known as Twitter, Mohammed Morsi has been expressing his disbelief and what he thinks is a miscarriage of justice. He wants to let the world known that this is wrong; however, not all the world understands and reads Arabic. It is like a bird in a cage tweeting away, and while you think it is singing songs of joy the bird could actually be cursing you for locking him up permanently in a small caged confinement.

Twitter is now translating tweets that are posted by Egyptians so that good folks from around the world can be nosy and see what is going on. Mohammed Morsi’s tweets have been translated so that the world now knows his anger.

 

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MediaTek working on a 2GHz, 8 Core CPU

MediaTek has been known to build affordable processors with great specs and it seems that this time, they are trying to jump over the competition by offering the first true 8-core processor for mobile devices. Yes, Samsung launched the S4 with an 8 Core CPU but it used different technology only letting the CPU use 4 cores at a time and alternating depending on the current task. MediaTek is planning on starting the mass production of those insanely fast chips in November and to ship them out in devices by the start of 2014.
ATuTu benchmarks rate the CPU around the 30.000 score, making it a close competitor for the high-end Snapdragon Chip from Qualcomm.
This means that in approximately half a year, ElectroShopWorld is expecting its first load of 8core powered phones coming in. Hang in tight for more news!

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DoubleTwist launches new open-source MagicPlay service to rival with AirPlay

Qualcomm and DoubleTwist teamed up to make a more open standard for streaming music across devices and as a result of this, MagicPlay emerged. This open source standard will give users a new way of listening to music on their wireless speakers of streaming it to other devices, similar to Apple’s AirPlay functions. The technology of choice so far was Bluetooth but MagicPlay is promising better sound quality and stabile connections. Unfortunately, MagicPlay won’t do video sharing nor screen sharing. Hopefully will the lack of licensing fees set some accessory makers in motion to soon deliver us some MagicPlay speakers.

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