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How excellent it is when two most popular IT platforms are integrated! Yes, this is really amazing as now on your Magento store, you can use WhatsApp share extension which can be used to share your products and promote your business on WhatsApp.

Be it a CMS page or product detail page, every single page on your Magento store has a WhatsApp share button with which you can easily share your products on WhatsApp and increase its views. The reason, we all know WhatsApp is a popular chat application and Magento is a well known eCommerce platform, both are popular in their own fields.

Now, with this WhatsApp share extension, you can easily share your products on with friends and other people. This will help to sell your products in large numbers. With just one touch, you can share and promote your online business on WhatsApp.

So, now WhatsApp can be used for business as well as for chat, one tool for two purposes. Well, this is really good news. Let’s take a look at some of the features of this extension:

Features of WhatsApp Share Magento Extension:

• Works well with all mobile devices having WhatsApp installed
• Can be useful with all Magento versions
• Can have share button for Static Block Content
• Small, Medium and Large size buttons which can be used as per your need
• Customized button text

This extension is really useful for your business as it enables visitors to share products on WhatsApp quickly and in no time.

We all know that WhatsApp is available everywhere on every mobile device. It has now become the part of daily lives of people. The users of mobile phones are increasing by leaps and bounds and the most important thing people prefer to do online shopping from their mobile devices.

This extension can create WhatsApp share button on Magento or open cart product detail page. Hence, try to make most use of this extension and increase your chances of selling products to huge number of people.

Availability of this extension:

This WhatsApp extension is available in English, German and Portuguese with installation support. It is available for Magento Community Edition for only $35.00. To get the demo of this version, you can take a look at: http://goo.gl/ehCahg. The released version of this extension is 1.0.0 and is compatible with Magento versions 1.7, 1.8, 1.8.1 and 1.9.

Yes, in case you need the support for this extension then you can contact Magento developers and for Magento edition support, you can get in touch with Magento developer team.

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Hope this Magento update will help you to make most use of the widely used WhatsApp mobile application. So, now you can earn while doing chat. A simple chat application can now be used for business purpose.

Make sure to take a look at its demo and clear all its doubts before actually installing it. Magento extensions are useful to boost business on the World Wide Web. For more updates about this well known online business platform, stay connected with us.

People using Apple MacBook or Google Chromebook must be very well aware about USB Type -C. This new USB type will now very soon be available in Android Phones as well. This will be available in upcoming Chromebooks and Android Phones in the near future.
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The easiest thing in the tech world is attaching USB cables. These may be small but can do very huge tasks like transferring important data; data back up and lots more. The official confirmation of this new USB type was already approved by Intel’s Developer Forum Conference on 2nd April 2014.

Features of C Type USB

It offers sufficient power, display and data via a single port which reduces the need of connecting more cables and devices. USB Type C possesses a symmetrical design which allows users to insert any kind of USB device they wish to and this eliminates the wrong ways of inserting USB devices into micro-USB cable.

This video from Google can provide a deep understanding about this new USB device type. So, now very soon the next Google Nexus device may have this feature.

Now, let’s understand how it is different from microUSB and what are its core advantages?

Difference between micro USB and USB type C

When we purchase any product having extra features or the one that is most renowned in the tech world, we always feel the urge to know why it is different, why was this invented and what are the benefits of this new feature against the older one.
So, before you use or think of using any device with USB C type, I think it’s beneficial if you are already aware about the differences between the two. Hence, let’s move ahead with the same:

How Type C USB and microUSB differ from each other?

A normal microUSB may need more power to charge a tablet or phone while as this new Type C USB implements the USB Power delivery specifications. This means this single USB port can easily work with the devices which need electricity up to 20 volts to get charged. It can also provide upto 100 watts of power in some cases.

Extra power available in USB C type can be used to run various live papers, displays and more. Chances are there this new tech invention can also support the older cables. The cable will be the same but the port will be new.

Advantages of USB Type C

This new tech invention is a small physical connector that supports various USB standards like USB3.1 and USB Power delivery. It’s a single USB connector which supports all devices. As a result, the load of carrying different cables for different devices will now get reduced.

It works as an adapter to connect with an HDMI or VGA output, huge USB Type A connector as well as small USB type C connector both with a single port. This means any USB, HDMI; display port on various laptops can be connected with a single type of port.

Yes but one thing with this, two cables can’t be attached at a same time. This means if you wish to view images while listening songs from MP3 player then for that one USB can be plugged in to USB C and second to the normal so that two tasks can be done simultaneously.

If we need to summarize the advantages of this new USB then it can be done as follows

• Tiny but useful This new port is really very small but it works more as compared to currently used micro USB ports.
• Easily convertible For the current USB ports, we have to check which side of the USB cable will actually fit in while for this USB Type C , the side of the cable doesn’t matter you can easily plug in any way you want.
• Speedy Data transfer is very quick with latest versions of USB protocols which is upto 10Gb per second.
• Can render more power: It can offer upto 100 watts of power and this makes charging the devices very easy.
• Adaptable Using different adapters, older devices can be easily connected to Type C port and those devices that don’t use USB technologies can also be connected with ease.

Take Away

It seems that USB type C is really a useful upgrade and very shortly it will be seen in each and every tech device, be it iPhone, Android, MacBook, Chrome book or any new version. So, now within short span of time you can make your Android Phone, your laptop the sole connector to all cables because now it will have a unique Type C USB port.

Hope you like this post. Share this information with as many people as you can and spread the word about this new tech update and keep in touch with Softqube Technologies, iPhone Apps Development Company to stay aware about the updates in the technology world.

Apple has launched an amazing wearable watch which can do lot more than a normal smart watch. After iPad, Apple has involved in creating smartphone watches which are highly useful as a compared to the normal watch.

Some of The Features and See Why It is so Popular

• Highly customizable: Apple’s smartphone watch can be easily customized. It is available in three different editions and all three are developed from three different metals available in multiple snap in wrist bands. This watch is available only for $349.
• Touch interface: The first and foremost watch that is available with the touch interface which can easily distinguish between the light and harder touch. Apart from this, it also has a digital crown which allows users to quickly check the lists without hiding the screen.
• Pairable with iPhone: This watch possesses the feature to be easily paired with iPhone for many functions and can get back up data from many iPhone devices. It can also pair to get GPS connections to identify the location, incoming calls, text messages and more .
• Treasure of Apps: Like other Apple devices, this watch too consists of innumerable apps that user can take advantage of while on the go. For example, it has a Tesla app that shows the status of electric car when it’s charging and another app called Starwood makes the watch act as room key.
• Mini doctor: This watch has an inbuilt function which can check the heart rates whenever you wish to i.e. while resting, while doing normal work etc through the entire day. The main function is of the light sensors which can carry out this job easily.
• Apple Pay: How can a device manufactured by Apple cannot include its accessories? Apple watch also includes Apple Pay, one of the digital payment platforms developed by Apple to make payment easy for apple device users. To use it, just swipe the watch in front of the compatible kiosk and automatic payment will be made.
• Battery: This watch can easily stay for a day without being charged. This is the only downside of this watch. This watch can be recharged with the magnetic system as shown in the given image:
• Many bands: This watch can be easily worn with many customizable bands which slip on and click in place at the top and bottom of the device’s body.
• Different sizes: This watch comes in two sizes 38mm and 42mm which can be used for different size wrists.

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Will you love to buy one? It’s amazing that all tasks can be done with just a single touch on the wrist. This post was quite informative, isn’t it? Technology is growing by leaps and bounds and so daily tech giants come out new inventions and updates, for more such latest updates from Apple, stay tuned with Softqube technologies, well known Mobile development firm offering affordable app development services in India.

Microsoft has launched a new lock screen app recently on Google Play named as Picturesque. One more proof of brilliance of Microsoft as a cross-platform company. Picturesque is not the Microsoft`s first Android exclusive app or lock screen mobile app; this credit goes to last year introduced Next Lock Screen.

The work to develop this app began in 2010 in Microsoft`s Garage program as an outlet for some company`s employees to give a good shape to their ideas. It seems that Microsoft Garage employees write Android apps in their free time.

All about this new App

Picturesque app is a cross-platform app that has certain limitations as it profoundly depends on Microsoft`s Bing search engine, as contrasting to Google Search. Picturesque grabs benefits of the big splash images present on Bing`s front page and puts them on your Android phone`s lock screen. This launcher heaves a Bing search bar that can easily be accessed without unlocking your system.

You can scroll up to six images provided by Bing and also get quick access to various settings like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, volume and brightness. This app can also reveal notifications from your messaging app and phone, and news and weather reports from Microsoft. It also shows your messages and missed calls, and accesses your camera, phone and several device settings. You can also find some India specific aspects like regional calendars.

While using Picturesque, a separate launcher app is to be installed. You will find plenty of third-party launcher apps provided by independent developers and several companies like Yahoo, Google and Microsoft Left Behind. If you desire to make your lock screen neat and tidy and need Bing, then you can download Picturesque from Google Play Now on your Android phone or tablet.

It is very incredible to witness that Microsoft is sponsoring company`s employee`s projects, and this newly Picturesque app seems that it will provide the lot of functionality to your Lock screen. If you possess an Android device, then you can hit the Google Play link to try this amazing app yourself.

Below mentioned are the key features of the Picturesque Lock Screen mobile app

• Search`s ability on the lock screen: You can search on the web and can visit all the link pages from lock screen directly without unlocking your phone.
• Bing Homepage Images: this app will update your screen image with daily beautiful Bing images.
  You can get update with the latest news.Get your local weather report and forecast for the week.

  Missed call and message notifications with a quick call or reply option from the lock screen only.
  Easy control on your Phone Wi-Fi and camera.

To know about the reviews and more features of this app, you can view it on Google Play.Enjoy this new mobile app from Microsoft and transform your android device into Microsoft device. Really loved this post? Then stay in touch with Softqube Technologies, Custom Application Development company India and get updated with newer app releases by Microsoft and other IT giants.

The latest technology world is regularly changing, and if talking about developing new application and software for mobile phones, there is a tough competition. Each and every application needs to have a special quality and attractive feature that makes it superior than the other applications available in the market. If you want to know the main thing of successful application that there is only one, your application should catch the attention of the users, nothing else.

If you want to search best mobile app Development Company, you can see there is very tough competition. It is not a simple task to search the best mobile development company in India or other countries. If you want to develop an app, then you should prepare a project plan and you have to set your requirements first.

Android Lollipop Updates in Samsung

You should prepare plans and try to make presentations to explain what you exactly want. It will be very useful during the phase of development.

In between the tough competition, you should try to find the best mobile development company, because one perfect decision can give you favorable results. You can see that after a long period, Finally Lollipop is available in Samsung Galaxy S5.

The company is regularly trying their best to improve the performance of their mobiles. The updation of Lollipop is available for specific mobiles. According to Verizon, Samsung’s customer can expect something that can boost the performance of their mobile.

Checking through the screenshots, it seems like the main mode of notification has survived, and the company has accepted the latest Lollipop lock screen.

System apps of Samsung are now utilizing the button with floating action, and the mode of Recent Apps appears just same as it works in Lollipop.

The latest updates have to be rolling out these days, and these important things normally take the time of approx two weeks to hit each and every Samsung device. If you also want to update your Samsung Smartphone, as per Verizon you can “check update” regularly. Here you can see the popular company like Samsung, still updating their existing software to give better and outstanding features. So, you should also check the compatibility and effectiveness before choosing any mobile development company.
 
 

 
 
Good experience and proper knowledge inthe mobile development field is measured to be very important. When you are searching suitable mobile development company knowledge and high-level of experience performs a very important role. You should always keep a try to search a suitable company who has experience and knowledge in developing mobile systems. A perfect mobile development company can help you to make favorable system exactly as per your requirements.

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On the other hand, when choosing a mobile development company budget should always a main concern to choose a company. Keep in mind that high compensation doesn’t necessarily indicate that the company is highly capable of providing you favorable results. Thus, you should check some of their previous projects and make your decision accordingly.
 
 
 

Introduction

People mostly face two types of problems: one whose solutions can be easily available and those whose solutions are hard to find. Certain problems can be easily solved by finding its solution from books, journals, reference guides etc. These problems are solved in a general problem solving pattern as shown here:

General Problem solving technique

A particular problem is considered as general problem and then general solutions are found to that problem which ultimately becomes a particular solution to the problem.

Second type of Problems

Now, some problems are such whose solution is neither available in journals or books and reference guides. One needs to find a solution to such tough problems. These are known as inventive problems that lead to the evolution of a new solution. In today’s time when such problems occur, we term it as psychological issues that directly connect with brain, insights and the research done.

To solve these problems, people generally use trial and error as well as brain storming methods. Based on how complex the problem is, trails may be more or less. However, if the person solving the problem is of that particular field or has some knowledge about the same then such trails can be completed quickly.

Sometimes, people feel that solution can be found from their own experience and avoid using any latest technology to find a solution to that unsolved mystery. This can be known as psychological dullness which highly obstructs new technological solutions of the problem.

It often occurs that solution lies outside the field of expertise. It’s like pain was in stomach but the actual reason of pain was not overeating but high stress level. This means that the ideal solution to cure any problem may be outside the field.

Now, how these problems can be solved from technology point of view?

Invention of TRIZ

Above we discussed about problems that have solution outside the field of their expertise and sometimes in order to solve such problems, it is necessary to develop a new approach. TRIZ was a similar kind of technology based approach invented by Genrich S Altshuller to solve such inventive problems. According to him, an inventive problem solving theory should fulfill the following conditions:

1. Must have step by step process
2. Must be an ideal solution provider
3. Can be repeated and relied on without any use of psychological tools.
4. Must be familiar to inventors so that they can easily find the solutions.

Searching for various methods that met these conditions, Altshuller finally invented TRIZ. Based on his research, Altshuller has categorized solutions into five levels for any problem irrespective of the industry. These levels are as follows:



TRIZ: New Innovative Approach

TRIZ is a theory of inventive problem solving which consists of several laws. One such law is Law of increasing ideality where technical systems are found to progress ahead towards increasing degree of ideality.

Ideality is a state where there are no benefits and no harmful effects and only beneficial results are generated.

TRIZ: Systematic Process



As per Altshuller, problem solving technique must be systematic in such a way that it is easily able to solve the problems as shown in Fig 1. So, the step by step process of TRIZ is as follows:

• Defining My Problem First the entire system must be studied through an innovative situation questionnaire. It’s operating environment, need of equipments, basic useful functions, harmful effects and ideal results should be known.

Example: Coca Cola Bottles- bottle used to fill coca cola which are filled and stored. The resources here needed are weight of empty and filled bottles, bottle construction. The main purpose of this bottle is to contain coca cola. Harmful effects can be cost of machines used to prepare bottles, fill coca cola in the bottle, wastage that includes broken or leak bottles.

The end result is that we need bottles that can contain sufficient amount of coca cola and can easily be carried by human beings without any damage to bottles as well as liquid filled inside the bottle.

• Examine the problem through TRIZ Go through the entire problem by means of physical contradiction, know all the possible problems that could take place and check if any solution to the problem is actually giving birth to other problem or not. Are there any chances of technical conflicts?

Example: Price of raw materials can be the reason to reduce costs and this can in turn lead to the creation of low quality bottles which may not bear the capacity to contain and preserve the cold drink for longer time.

Now here if we reduce costs then raw material quality won’t be good resulting into low quality bottles which are not fit to contain the beverage. So, this is the contradiction and once it is solved, ideal result can be achieved.

• Check for any similar problem solved perfectly Out of 1,50,000 patents, only 39 standard technical features were considered by Altshuller that really were the root cause of conflict. While identifying the problem, the principle that led to the problem is to be found and then the contradicting principle is to be identified and then the need arises to check which principle should be changed and then the principle that creates secondary effect must be known. This way one can find the standard technical conflict.

39 Engineering Parameters

1. Weight of moving object
2. Weight of nonmoving object
3. Length of moving object
4. Length of nonmoving object
5. Area of moving object
6. Area of nonmoving object
7. Volume of moving object
8. Volume of nonmoving object
9. Speed
10. Force
11. Tension, pressure
12. Shape
13. Stability of object
14. Strength
15. Durability of moving object
16. Durability of nonmoving object
17. Temperature
18. Brightness
19. Energy spent by moving object
20. Energy spent by nonmoving object
21. Power
22. Waste of energy
23. Waste of substance
24. Loss of information
25. Waste of time
26. Amount of substance
27. Reliability
28. Accuracy of measurement
29. Accuracy of manufacturing
30. Harmful factors acting on object
31. Harmful side effects
32. Manufacturability
33. Convenience of use
34. Repairability
35. Adaptability
36. Complexity of device
37. Complexity of control
38. Level of automation
39. Productivity

If we relate our example, then our contradiction is to reduce the length of bottle to reduce costs i.e. principle no.4 “length of non moving object”. If we do so, bottle will have more tension, pressure (principle #11). So, here the technical conflict is “the more we lower the quality of any product, the more it will lose its capacity to carry the weight”.

• Find Analogous Solutions and then consider any one as “My Solution” 40 inventive principles created by Altshuller will support anyone to identify an inventive solution to the problem. To know what inventive principle must be used, table of contradictions was developed by Altshuller that lists 39 prinicples on X axis and possible solutions on Y axis , the intersection of these cells are the perfect inventive principles that can be used to get a solution for any problem.

List of 40 Inventive Principles

1. Segmentation
2. Extraction
3. Local Quality
4. Asymmetry
5. Combining
6. Universality
7. Nesting
8. Counterweight
9. Prior counter-action
10. Prior counter-action
11. Prior action
12. Cushion in advance
13. Equipotentiality
14. Inversion
15. Spheroidality
16. Dynamicity
17. Partial or overdone action
18. Moving to a new dimension
19. Mechanical vibration
20. Periodic action
21. Continuity of a useful action
22. Rushing through
23. Convert harm into benefit
24. Feedback
25. Mediator
26. Self-service
27. Copying
28. Inexpensive, short-lived object for expensive, durable one
29. Replacement of a mechanical system
30. Pneumatic or hydraulic construction
31. Flexible membranes or thin film
32. Use of porous material
33. Changing the color
34. Homogeneity
35. Rejecting and regenerating parts
36. Transformation of the physical and chemical states of an object
37. Phase transformation
38. Thermal expansion
39. Use strong oxidizers
40. Inert environment
41. Composite materials

Useful for solving various problems

TRIZ is an approach that can be applied for solving problems of many fields including medical. The main thing is it is used to solve inventive problems by following the TRIZ process where basically problems are formulated through TRIZ.

Different TRIZ Tools to solve difficult problems

• Algorithm for Inventive Problem Solving This is one of the tools that follows systematic procedure to get solutions without any contradictions. Based on the nature of the problem, solution can be found within five to six steps.
• Steps included are
1. Problem formulation
2. Converting the problem into a model
3. Carefully examining the model
4. Resolving contradictions
5. Generate ideal solution.
• Su Field Analysis This tool basically includes functional statements that are related to one another. This can be used to know where actually a function fails
• Anticipatory Failure Identification While developing new product, it is important to prevent sudden failures. This tool is used to discover failure mechanism and then identify the reason for their occurrence. Factors that lead to failures can be removed with this tool.
• Direct Product Generation It contains 8 patterns of technological system development which is useful in creating product technologies rather than just making predictions about them. This tool is useful in generating future technology patents and stay ahead among competitors.
• TRIZ used with Quality Function Deployment Engineers and developers can easily solve their problems using theory of inventive problem solving. It can also be used to invent new technologies.

When used with Quality function deployment, it can identify new functions and performance levels to gain better quality of products. The combination of TRIZ and QFD gives amazing results such as making use of direct concepts to give an overview of new products to the customers, solve engineering contradictions, remove quality contradictions, set the target values.

In Design, new variations can be introduced to lure customers, avoid failures while developing new products with the help of AFD tool. TRIZ is used to create new products with direct product evolution, reduce costs and lots more.

In short, use of TRIZ makes overall work smoother and easier.

Firms Using TRIZ

Below mentioned are some firms those who have started using TRIZ in U.S. in 1993:

• Allied Signal Aerospace Sector
• Chrysler Corp.
• Emerson Electric
• Ford Motor Co.
• General Motors Corp.
• Johnson & Johnson
• Rockwell International
• UNISYS
• Xerox Corporation

TRIZ Software

Seeing the increasing popularity of this inventive problem solving theory, its software also came into existence. This helps engineers, developers to easily get the results by learning this technique within a short span of time.

It has various software packages that are responsible for different functions such as Improver is a software package which is used to improve currently available designs, manufacturing process, system quality, performance, manufacturing cost, product features, patent application etc.

Contradiction Analysis – 1 – TRIZ Analysis

iPhones are in great demand. If you are the one who love to use Apple Smart phones and has now purchased new version of iPhone, iPhone 6 or got as a gift then this blog post will be useful to you as people mostly are in need of any proper guidance regarding its installation and activation.

Here, we have provided some useful tips and advices for its set up process

Installing your iPhone in a perfect manner

• Upgrading from old to New:In case you are upgrading just your iPhone version then first of all you need to back up your old iPhone by transferring all the apps data and setting to the new smart phone that you purchased. This back up can be easily made via iTunes or iCloud.
• If you are New to iPhone:On the other hand, if this the first iPhone you have ever purchased then transferring data from Android can be easy if iPhone is activated and installed in a proper manner. This will reduce all your problems later on and then you can easily transfer the data from your previous android, blackberry to the new iPhone.
• iPhone back up via iTunes:Before you choose iTunes for back up, make sure your iPhone has its latest version installed. Choose iTunes> Check for updates. For back up or update with iTunes, connect the old device with computer and synchronize it through USB.

  Synchronization can be done via iTunes> Select device> Sync button.

• iPhone back up through iCloud:Back up is available on daily basis for smart phones having iOs7 or iOs 8 operating systems. The device will create an auto back up at least once in a day when it is connected to WiFi network provided that your device has the sufficient place for backup storage in your iCloud Account.

  Alternatively, manual back up is also possible via Settings> iCloud> Storage & Backup> Back up Now. It takes more time as compared to iTunes. So, kindly avoid this option if you need a quick back up.

• New iPhone Set up:Switch on the new iPhone 6/6 plus with the oblong on/off button located at the top right of the device. Once it starts, go to “ Slide to set up” option and here you will be given enormous options like as Language and country, WiFi connection, Location services, iCloud Back up restore, restoring iTunes back up or Set up New iPhone. Select the last one” Set up a new iPhone”.

  Yes, in case of upgrading the device, you can choose Restore back up option either from iTunes or iCloud wherever the backup is located.

• Activating iPhone:Those who are new to Apple may face difficulty to operate this phone. So, here we have discussed it in detail.

  1. Unbox your iPhone
  2. Switch it on with On/off button.
  3. A welcome screen stating “Slide to Set up” will appear.
  4. Once the activation process is started then you will need to select language and country, set the location services to enable or disable mode as per the need.
  5. This will provide access to third party apps and apple apps to identify your Wi-Fi networks as well as GPS (Global Positioning system) location.
  6. Tap the Next button
  7. Your new device is set perfectly and now you can use your smart phone (iPhone).

• Transferring emails, contacts and calendars to your iPhone:If you have a gmail account or any other POP –IMAP email account then it can be easily added to your iPhone. This is because Apple has an automated setup with Microsoft, Gmail, Yahoo, hotmail etc. Further, any other IMAP or POP account can also be set up manually.

Take Away

We, at Softqube Technologies; a renowned Apps Development Company India strive hard to provide all type of required assistance to our readers. With these guidelines, we are sure that it will be easy for you to install and activate your new iPhone 6. Best of luck and have a nice time using your new smart phone.