Day: July 19, 2014
goTenna, lets you send messages even when there’s no cell service
For those times when your cell service provider is not working or when you’re in an area where there’s no coverage, a device called the goTenna keeps you connected by letting you send messages to other goTenna users for free, even if you don’t have a signal or working internet connection.
goTenna is a Bluetooth-LE-equipped device that pairs with your smartphone (range of up to 20 feet) and, with the help of an app, lets you send messages or share your GPS coordinates to other goTenna-equipped smartphones for free. It uses low-frequency radio waves to transmit messages so it doesn’t rely on cell towers, WiFi, or working Internet connection. It works even if your smartphone is in Airplane mode.
The goTenna claims a range of up to 50.5 miles depending on your elevation and environment. It is also water-resistant and dust-tight so it’s good for outdoor use.
goTenna app features:
* Send & receive text messages for free
* Share locations on detailed offline maps
* Instantaneous transmission within range
* Automatic message retry & delivery confirmation
* Individual & group messaging
* “Shout” broadcasts to anyone within range
* Proximal friend map & location pinging
* Emergency chat
* End-to-end encryption (RSA-1024) & self-destructing messages
* Compatible with iOS & Android
goTenna hardware specs:
* Antenna
* 2-watt radio
* Flash memory good for 1000’s of messages
* Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
* Micro-USB connector
* Bluetooth-LE data interface
* Status indicator lights
* Nylon attachment strap
* Water-resistant
* Dust-tight
The goTenna sells for $150 per pair and will ship in the U.S. and Canada in October.
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How to use GCash to send load to other networks via text
Using Globe‘s GCash wallet to send load to other networks like Smart, Talk ‘N Text, and Sun is now possible by texting! Simply follow the steps below to share load to your friends and family.
Sending load by keying in *143#
To send Php15 load via text, just type in TRANSFER(space)recipient’s 11-digit mobile number(space)your 4-digit GCash PIN then send to 2882. Here’s an example of how your message should look like:
TRANSFER 09XXXXXXXXX 1234
You’ll be getting a confirmation message once the transaction is completed. If you don’t reply, no amount will be deducted from your GCash account. As of now only Php15 is allowed to be sent thru text which is useful for emergency purposes. Otherwise, you can still choose to buy prepaid load for Smart and Sun using *143#.
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THL 5000 to be available in the Philippines
Novo7 Tech has announced on their Facebook page that they will soon offer the THL 5000 – a 5-inch Full HD octa-core Android smartphone that packs a huge 5,000mAh battery.
THL 5000 specs:
5-inch Full HD IPS display, 441ppi
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
1.7GHz MediaTek MT6592W octa-core CPU
2GB RAM
Mali-450 MP4 GPU
32GB internal storage
microSD card support
13 megapixel Sony IMX 135 rear camera, f/1.8 aperture
5 megapixel front camera
HSPA+
WiFi b/g/n
NFC
Bluetooth 4.0 w/ A2DP
GPS, A-GPS
USB OTG support
NXP-box audio
Android 4.4 KitKat
5,000mAh battery
144.9 x 72.3 x 8.9mm
Local price is still unknown but it’s good to know that this monster smartphone will be hitting our shores soon.
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