Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Seeking work experience? Check out these internship jobs!

In this competitive jobs*landscape, relevant work experience is more important than ever. These internship jobs may be that career boost you need With globalisation and the advent of web and mobile technologies, it is an undeniable fact that job markets all around the world are getting more competitive.*At the same time, though, this has also...



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[Thailand] Free Seminar – How to earn revenue through a site

Promo Company and*JetRadar present a free seminar on how webmasters can earn revenue through their sites Synopsis: Currently, the e-commerce is considered to play an important role in doing business online, and has let businesses dramatically grow and made their owners*a big fortune. That said,*another revenue channel is available aside from*e-commerce, and that is being...



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Development of next major iOS 8 updates has begun

Apple has reportedly started working on iOS 8.1, iOS 8.2 and iOS 8.3.





It has merely been a fortnight since iOS 8 was finally released to the public. Apple demonstrated the new software at the Worldwide Developers Conference 2014 back in June and since then it has been in a lengthy beta stage which ended on September 17th. iOS 8 is available now for all supported devices and it is only a matter of time before subsequent major updates that bring new features are released.

So far Apple has only released two iOS 8 updates and both of them have been incremental aimed squarely at fixing bugs. iOS 8.0.1 was meant to fix the bug that kept HealthKit apps out of the App Store and instead it ended up bringing more bugs to the system. Apple quickly released iOS 8.0.2 to take care of that and now its the latest version of this new OS iteration.

Reports claim that Apple engineers are testing upcoming major updates such as iOS 8.1, iOS 8.2 and iOS 8.3 in Cupertino, California and adjoining areas. Some websites have also seen visits from iOS devices powered by these operating systems in their analytics which goes to show that testing really is being done by Apple albeit on a small scale.

So far the company has not revealed when the new updates will be released and exactly what they’ll bring to the table. Expected improvements include the ability to run two apps side-by-side on the iPad as well as overall improvements for the native Maps app in iOS. One of these updates may also bring the required compatibility settings for Apple Watch and Apple Pay both of which will be available early next year, the company unveiled both during its event on September 9th.

It cannot be said for sure right now when Apple is planning on releasing the updates so we will have to wait for official word on that.

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Samsung SM-A300 leaks again with photos and specs in tow

The pictures and specs of Samsung’s lowest-end Galaxy A phone come courtesy of Chinese certification authority TENAA.



With Samsung’s Galaxy A lineup to help break the company away from its traditional habit of launching cheap-feeling plastic devices in every price segment of the market, the Korean manufacturer is probably not happy that all three of its upcoming A series phones are continuing to make appearances in leaks and rumors.

The SM-A300, or the Galaxy A3 as it is expected to be marketed as, is the humblest of the Galaxy A trio and recently had its specs leaked through a benchmark listing. Now, the A3 has once again reared its face and has popped up at*Chinese certification authority TENAA, accompanied by actual pics of the device and some its hardware details.

In terms of design, the device looks quite similar to the Galaxy A5, with a smaller size the sole differentiating factor. There have been*rumors that the A3 (and the other two Galaxy A handsets) will be made out of metal, though a recent leak about the Galaxy A5 suggested that Samsung might have opted for a different material, something that slots in between plastic and metal as a cheaper alternative for a premium feel.



Unfortunately, the TENAA listing doesn’t give Samsung’s choice of material away. What it does do is confirm some of the specs of the Galaxy A3, like the 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8 and 5-megapixel rear and front cameras, 8GB of expandable internal storage, and a 4.5-inch display with qHD (540×960) resolution.

All of those make the Galaxy A3 decidedly low-end by today’s standards, though it remains to be seen if Samsung has the sense to price it competitively whenever it makes the handset available for sale to consumers (a Q3 announcement has been rumored before, but that is probably not going to happen.)

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Samsung makes its first selfie champ official: meet the $250 Galaxy Grand Prime

Still a long way to go until matching the sheer lunacy of the 13 MP front camera-toting ZTE Nubia X6.



2014 seems to be a year of many firsts for Samsung, as the Android rulers recently came out with their first (semi-) metallic smartphone, the first side display-sporting handheld, first budget device with an AMOLED screen, first high-end AMOLED tablets, standalone smartwatch, rugged slate, fully rugged Galaxy S variant and largest Note*to date.

Oh, and while we’re on the subject, here’s Samsung’s first selfie-dedicated smartphone. The Galaxy Grand Prime may have nothing on self-portrait powerhouses from the likes of ZTE, Huawei or Meitu (who?), but its 5 MP front-facing snapper is still a first in the Galaxy.

And true, the Grand Prime is unlikely to remain Sammy’s sole selfie specialist for long, what with the half-metal/half-plastic Galaxy A3, A5 and A7 also tipped to accommodate 5 megapixel sensors on their faces.

Nevertheless, this bad boy’s unveil is a remarkable occurrence, and we’re going to treat it accordingly, Too bad once you get bored of duckfaces, there isn’t much to do with Grand 2 and Grand Neo’s heir.



Sure, you can play games, videos, run all sorts of apps and browse the web, but everything is bound to feel a little sluggish and look a tad hazy on the 5-inch 960 x 540 pix res display and with a quad-core 1.2 GHz processor covering the raw speed business.

Meanwhile, I guess the 2,600 mAh battery and 8 MP rear cam aren’t that bad, and the 1 gig of on-board RAM is pretty standard. As are the 8 GB of internal storage space for a device in this price range. Speaking of, the Galaxy Grand Prime has thus far only been spotted on the shipping manifest of a plane to India, where it’ll cost the rough equivalent of $250 (Rs. 15,499).

A fair price to pay? It depends on how attached you are of the Samsung brand, and how badly you need the crispest selfies, as Motorola, Asus, LG and several local brands offer better overall choices for comparable retail costs. Ultimately, the decision is all yours.

Source: AndroidOS



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Startups in Asia do not fully understand venture capitalism: Howard Hartenbaum

A company must learn to defend itself, says Howard Hartenbaum, Partner, August Capital, in an exclusive chat with e27 “Propose an idea that can be a global household name in less than 10 years,” is Howard Hartenbaum‘s main advice to startups. The Partner at August Capital spoke exclusively to*e27*at last week’s Techventure 2014 held at...



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[Singapore] Innovate Now! Session on The Sharing Economy

Get insights on the future and potential of collaborative consumption from the insiders and pioneering start-ups. Synopsis: Join Airbnb, The Innovators Network, SUTD, Padang & Co, MoolaSense and others in the upcoming Innovate Now! Session on The Sharing Economy. Get insights on the future and potential of collaborative consumption from the insiders and pioneering start-ups....



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Skystar Ventures Incubator’s second batch is now open

Last day for*registration is*November 27, 2014; the programme will start on February 26, 2015 Prepare yourself startups, as the Skystar Ventures’*second batch of incubation is now open. The registration period will last until November 27, 2014 and the programme would be started on February 26, 2015. This event will provide the chosen ones with a...



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Ola launches prepaid wallet; adds new features to the app

The Indian taxi booking app*will allow customers to recharge their account through a credit / debit card or their online banking account Ola, the Indian app for cab bookings, has announced the launch of its*in-app wallet feature, enabling cash-free rides for customers and a seamless payment experience. The wallet will allow customers to recharge their...



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[Singapore] Startups and Public Relations

Join us for a workshop on*startups and public relations, and learn how to engage stakeholders in your business Synopsis: Startups = opportunities + challenges So you have your idea, your product, your company; now what? How do you make it real, make it work? What do you need to do to… …secure funding? …recruit the...



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Motorola Nexus 6 all but confirmed after new round of credible speculation

Google may still be trying to keep it a secret until Android L (Lollipop?) is done and dusted, but the Motorola-made Nexus 6 is an open book already.



I remember it as it if happened yesterday. The first Motorola Shamu-centric rumor. At the time, no one really knew how to react. On one hand, it was certainly pleasing to hear further confirmation on the continuation of the Nexus program.

Also, we couldn’t be happier vis-à-vis Google’s choice for its new hardware partner, following LG’s retirement. Then again, 5.9 inches felt a little extreme for a product lineup that generally receives only one refresh every 12 months..

Unless this year, we’re looking at two. The 5.9 incher and, say, a more pocketable 5, 5.2 incher. Only as time passed, plausible intel on the so-called Nexus 6 or Nexus X piled up, and nothing, literally nothing of substance emerged in regards to a smaller version.

Then, 9To5Google went on record with the most comprehensive Shamu-related report, leaving the speculation door open to a… Nexus 5 Plus? Nexus 6 mini? But now Android Police crushes our every hope, also adding precious inside information to the N6 pile.



According to AP, since “absolutely nothing credible about a smaller Nexus phone this year” came to their attention, the odds of such a handheld being in the pipeline are a million to one.

Meanwhile, the Nexus 6 gets a 9 out of 10 confidence level, likely sporting a mouth-watering Quad HD display with 496 ppi and gigantic “3,200+” mAh battery. So yeah, a capacity over the 3,200 mark is a possibility.

A near certainty is the “Shamu” will support Motorola’s innovative new turbo charger accessory, thus being capable of lasting around 8 hours of typical use after a minimal 15-minute charging session. And things just keep getting better and better once you add the 13 MP OIS rear camera in the equation, the front-facing stereo speakers and 2014 Moto X-style aluminum frame.

Intriguingly, there’s no mention of the on-board processor or RAM this time around, but hopefully, that doesn’t mean Google is having second thoughts about going for the top-shelf Snapdragon 805 and 3 GB. Oh, and just for the record, both images used to illustrate the Nexus 6 are mere product renders based on gossip and assumptions, not actual live pics starring the device.

Source: Android Police



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Myntra launches fashion incubator programme for budding designers

The first batch is expected to roll out in January 2015 and as many as 10 entrepreneurs will get on board early next year In a move to foster an ecosystem for entrepreneurship in India, e-commerce firm*Myntra.com*has announced the launch of year-long ‘Designer in Residence’ programme under its Myntra Fashion Incubator (MFI) initiative. The firm...



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It's official, iPhone 6 and 6 Plus availability starts October 17 in China

A little later than previously rumored, but clearly, it could have been much worse.



Apple may have lost one or two battles the past week or so, getting its reputation tarnished by a somewhat blown-out-of-proportion #bendgate scandal and iOS 8 glitch brouhaha, plus yielding the head start on Chinese sales to Samsung’s Galaxy Note 4, yet the fate of the war remains unchanged.

Nothing and no one can touch the popularity of “the biggest advancements in iPhone history”, and if you thought iPhone 6 and 6 Plus sales numbers looked mind-blowing before, wait until the two take the world’s largest handheld market by storm.

And yes, China used to be all about low-cost devices. But lately, folks around those parts have begun caring more and more about things like premium build quality and social status, and the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus offer them both.



So no, it doesn’t sound like it’ll be such a hassle for iFans to cough up RMB 5,288 and up. That’s the equivalent of $860, mind you, so needless to say pundits and tipsters were horribly wrong when predicting the iPhone 6 would ape the price structure of the 5s from last year.

Not even close. The 5s was available for roughly $130 less. Once again though, people will pay as much as it takes, so RMB 6,888 ($1,121) for the 128 GB variant, or RMB 6,088 ($990) for the 16 GB iPhone 6 Plus shouldn’t be a problem.

As far as the exact timetable goes, both the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus will be up for pre-orders online on October 10, with reservations for in-store pick-up open four days later. Finally, October 17 shall see the gold, silver and space gray models end up on store shelves, doorsteps and the sweaty, grubby, excited hands of iFans, with cellular service offered by all three of the nation’s major networks: China Mobile, Telecom and Unicom.

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[Singapore] Kopi Chat for Entrepreneurs: Eddie Chau

Kopi Chat happens every month for the startup community by experienced entrepreneurs Synopsis: Kopi chats is a series of talks for the start-up community, served specially by NUS Enterprise alongside a good fresh brew of local coffee. To find out more, go to www.blk71.com, drop us a mail at blk71@nus.edu.sg, or reach us on +65...



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Preschool SaaS startup LittleLives nabs funding; heads global

Potential markets include Africa, China and the US. How will LittleLives fare? Singapore-based preschool Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) startup LittleLives has today announced receiving a six-figure amount of funding from angel investor Lee Han Shih, Founder, Potato Productions. According to an official statement, the three-year-old firm will use the funds to expand globally. Potential markets include Africa,...



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Monday, September 29, 2014

The advice all entrepreneurs should ignore

You will never start if you keep listening to your critics. Embrace every opportunity and there will always be more In 2011, my friend Kostas and I saw an opportunity. If we developed a hyper-accurate keyboard app — one that enabled users to type without looking at the screen — we could change the way...



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Qualcomm's first high-end 64-bit chips are coming to a device near you in H1 2015

Don’t worry if all’s quiet on the high-end mobile processing front for Qualcomm of late, as Snapdragon 808 and 810-powered gadgets could see daylight as early as January 2015.



Given that Apple introduced 64-bit mobile chips in 2013, many expected 2014 to be the year of 64-bit processing in the Android space too. Only Cupertino’s move came as a shock for both Google, the architects of the popular operating system, and Qualcomm, the main supplier of SoCs for device manufacturers.

The leading global semiconductor producer ultimately came up with a 64-bit-ready CPU for 2014, the Snapdragon 410, but the most advanced Android version in circulation is still confined to running 32-bit apps.

Besides, the 410 is nowhere near a powerhouse, delivering speeds closer to the middling 400 than the upper-tier 800 or 805, so clearly, this hasn’t been Qualcomm’s proudest year.

But 2015 may well be, with two 64-bit superstars slated for commercial releases by the end of June. Granted, that sounds distant and bleak, however it’s merely a precaution on Qualcomm’s part, as we’re likely to see Snapdragon 808 beasts showcased at CES next January.



Perhaps even one or two flagships built on S810, though at first, the 20 nm octa-core processor was scheduled for a wide-scale launch in H2 2015. Now it’s been moved up to H1, but a triumphant appearance at CES or MWC still seems like a long shot.

Don’t be sad, the 808 is zippy as hell, as it’s likewise built on a 20 nm platform, with a matching Adreno 418 GPU, six cores ordered in a big.LITTLE Cortex-A57/A53 arrangement, LPDDR3 memory technology, LTE Cat 6/7 support and 4K video playing abilities.

Meanwhile, the 810 adds two extra cores in the equation, takes things a step further in the graphics department with an Adreno 430 GPU, enables 3D gaming on 4K displays and supports LPDDR4 dual-channel memory. Forget Samsung’s Galaxy Note 4, LG’s G3 or HTC’s One M8, the S6 and Note 5, LG G4 and HTC One 9 will be truly epic.

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Seoul-based online grocery retailer Hello Nature raises US$1.4M

The startup has received funding from Softbank Ventures and Mirae Asset Venture Investment Hello Nature, an online grocery retail startup, has announced a US$1.4 million investment from Softbank Ventures and Mirae Asset Venture Investment. Organic foods are popular among Koreans, and according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the organic food market...



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