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Most people today need help with learning or improve their English. Regardless of whether you are a non-native speaker or a native speaker, but there are still a lot to learn about the very complicated yet awesome English language. If you are good with English, you will not have a hard time conversing properly with other English speakers. You would also be able to use correct grammar when writing letters, essays, and other important documents in English.

If you have an Android, then you know that you have access to a wide variety of applications. There are so many good applications for Android and the best thing is that most of them are free. But you should know that Android applications are not just only for entertainment. There are applications that could help you learn a lot of things and one of those things is learning English. Here are a number of Android applications which could help you speak and write better in English:

Merriam-Webster Dictionary

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In order to be good in English, the first thing that you have to do is to expand your English vocabulary. Add more English words to your brain and learn how to use them! One of the best apps that could help you get a bigger vocabulary is Merriam-Webster Dictionary. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary app can be your trusted companion in your quest to be better in English. This application can be downloaded for free and you do not need an internet connection to use it.

 

 

Dictionary.com

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An alternative or even an addition to your Merriam-Webster Dictionary app is the Dictionary.com app. Nothing is wrong with having two dictionaries! Dictionary.com will be very useful to you since it also features a thesaurus. You would be able to learn more about a word’s origin and other words which have the same or opposite meaning. However, you will need an internet connection in order for this application to work right.

 

 

Busuu

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You should also try Busuu. This is among the top applications when it comes to language learning. The application has a very extensive vocabulary that features more than three thousand English words and phrases. Determine how good you are by taking the application’s tests. It also features numerous topics on what to say during particular scenarios. You would also be able to hear audio recordings by actual native speakers. The best feature this application has is that it actually lets you converse with native speakers all around the world.

Essential Grammar in Use: Activities

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Another awesome Android application to consider is Essential Grammar in Use: Activities. With this application, you would be able to learn English in numerous, fun ways. You would be able to enjoy grammar-improvement activities which feature amazing imagery and sounds. You can use the application to record your own pronunciation and compare it with the app’s recorded audio files. This application has been developed by Cambridge Apps.

 

 

Babbel.com

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Babbel.com is also another popular application that you should try. With this Android application, not only will you have the chance to learn English, you would also have the chance to learn other commonly spoken languages including German, Spanish, Italian, French, and a whole lot more. Use the application to download learning materials so that you could enjoy them even if you do not have Internet connection. You could test your speaking skills with its awesome voice recognition feature. What’s not to like, seriously folks?

 

LearnEnglish Podcast

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One cool way to improve your English is to learn them from the British Council. How cool is that? The LearnEnglish Podcast makes this possible. You could listen to podcasts in stream mode and feel as if they are personally lecturing you. If you fail to catch these streams, you can always download the recorded podcasts. The application also offers a number of activities that would help you become better in English.

 

 

 

Voxy

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Voxy is also another awesome Android tool to use. It offers numerous learning materials and the good thing is that these features are free. This application will allow you to enjoy various lessons every day. Not all applications have that feature, mind you! These lessons from Voxy will enhance your writing and speaking skills. It also offers numerous tips that you will really find useful. A lot of people found that they have an easier time learning English and be fluent in it with the help of Voxy, so join on the bandwagon today!

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Jessica Thomson is an active blogger, studying criminal law in Washington DC. She enjoys sharing information related to art and literature through her blogs. She often writes for Maryland English Institute which coaches students of various countries to get a good grasp of the English language. For more information, log on to http://mei.umd.edu/.

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The dominance of the iTunes store and Google Play continues to maintain a strong hold on the attention of most developers but we’re seeing the smart developers and publishers begin to look beyond these 2 marketplaces to drive incremental downloads for their applications. A recent whitepaper by mobile research specialists Research2Guidance titled “Smartphone App Market 2013” concluded that “managing the app store landscape will be key for the distribution success of an app”.  Smart developers whom we speak with at CodeNgo are well aware of the benefits that come from distributing their apps beyond the big 2 players.  With Baidu’s recent $1.9bn purchase of an app store in China, there is no doubt there is real value in the alternate app store market.

 

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With app discovery and app marketing at the forefront of most developers’ minds, the developer services space is growing rapidly with tools and services aiming to tackle the app discovery challenge. The rapid emergence of ad networks such as Tapjoy, StartApp and LeadBolt have tended to dominate the thinking of most developers causing them to over look some of the benefits of expanded distribution.  Most experts believe that app stores will continue to remain the primary distribution channel for apps for the foreseeable future. With this in mind, expanding distribution should be considered low-hanging fruit – a standard part of every app marketing plan. This becomes even more important when results show that 70 percent of developers are unhappy with current options for advertising their app.

The report also concludes that “with the growing number of apps, we will see that new app distribution platforms emerge”. It’s almost impossible for most developers to keep track of all of the stores available and to understand the audiences that they serve.  That said, navigating and understanding the distribution equation will undoubtedly pay big dividends for the smart developers who get out in front of these opportunities. Multi-AppStore Publishing

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8229213565_1ca303a350 Three Apps That Eliminate The Need For Business Conferences And Meetings

Ah, the age-old idea of the business meeting: by virtue of having everyone in the same room together, ideas, presentations and collaboration automatically becomes more efficient, communication is streamlined and any misconceptions or confusions are avoided. This has been one of the key justifications for business conferences and meetings throughout its existence, but technology has made it possible in recent years for this excuse to fall by the wayside. There are now dozens of technologies and applications in existence that can provide all the advantages of personal communication without the need to physically be in the same location (which can help businesses save time and money). Below, we will discuss three of these meeting and conference applications and how each can help your employees be more proactive, efficient and on the same page – without costly or lengthy in-person meetings.

Fuze for Tablets

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With so many businesses now having to minimize expenses and become more efficient in the wake of a slower global economy, it makes perfect sense that many would be in search of comprehensive meeting software that eliminates the need for constant one-on-one presence. This is where an app like Fuze for Tablets can be of service. One-on-one interactions are 100% free (you will need a subscription account for more than two users to be connected simultaneously), and can be used to provide video and audio conferencing over any cellular or wireless network. Users will be able to share PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, movies, PDFs and virtually any other file imaginable. Available for download via the Android Marketplace, Fuze for Tablets allows users to collaborate and share data without the need for any physical presence.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fuzebox.fuze.android

IBM SmartCloud Meetings

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One of the biggest names in the business world and a consistent team player when it comes to traditional conferencing methods, IBM has recently debuted its SmartCloud technology that will allow businesses to connect as many people to one central hub from anywhere in the world. Users will be able to see any and all shared desktop content live, see who is in the meeting and participate in group and private chats – whether that be via text or audio. Video conferencing options are also included to ensure that everyone is able to understand and convey their respective thoughts and intents. Currently available for both Android and iOS devices, IBM SmartCloud Meetings is a free download that can be used with any IBM business account to connect an unlimited number of users at once.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ibm.mobile.android.unyte

Cisco WebEx Meetings

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If you need to stay connected to your office – regardless of wherever you may be – then the Cisco WebEx Meetings app can be a valuable tool. Users will be able to connect via audio and voice, share thoughts and see everyone who has joined the meeting thus far. One of the biggest names of teleconferencing, Cisco has made it its mission to provide a streamlined conferencing app that sacrifices the intricate details for simplicity and effectiveness. Available on both the Android Marketplace and the iTunes App Store, Cisco WebEx Meetings can save everyone frustration in the long-term by ensuring that they are connected and informed.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cisco.webex.meetings

So, there you have it.  If you use one of the above apps, you can still stay in touch with your colleagues and clients even when you’re on holiday.  Just don’t work too hard!

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From Cnet:

We are happy to announce that we have officially launched our new Pay-Per-Download (PPD) tools for use on all categories and platforms that are eligible for PPD. This back-end change will be superficial for most users–nothing fundamental has changed about the bidding, promotion, or payment systems. Publishers will now simply have access to a better system for submitting, managing, and renewing PPD bids on their Download.com software products.

This change to our processing tools is part of a new infrastructure that allows us to add new and requested features to our PPD system. One notable feature of today’s release is that you will now be able to manage your PPD and SpotBid campaign with the same tools.

To submit bids for August 2013, publishers will still follow the same process as usual. Links to submit bids will still be available from their “My Products” page. The only difference is that those links will take users to our new tools.

Note: When publishers click on the PPD links to our new system, they will be asked to log in again using their Upload.com credentials. Do not be alarmed. That is the expected behavior.

The same minimum PPD bidding rules apply to participate — 15 cents minimum CPD and $250 minimum spending cap. As usual, the winning bids and spending caps will vary by category. The bidding window is open as of today, and it will close at 12p.m. PT on July 26, 2013

For more information about the PPD program click on the FAQ here.

If you have any questions about these changes to our PPD tools or any questions about the PPD program in general please submit a request viaUpload.com Support (make sure to select “Pay Per Download” in the Category field).

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Whether you drive for a living or simply use your vehicle for picking up the kids and going shopping, there must be times when you could use a little extra help. Traffic jams are getting worse than ever before and when it comes to parking in a busy city centre, just forget it! As for the speed limits that seem to bear no resemblance to any kind of logic, you’ll need a small mortgage to cover the radar camera related fines. So it’s a big relief to learn that Android have a range of driving related apps that will slot into your Smartphone quicker than you can turn on your ignition. This article looks at some of the more useful ones and hopefully you may see one that will make your next journey a little easier!

My Car Locator – Free – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nomadrobot.mycarlocatorfree

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Our first Android driving app deals with a scenario has surely happened to most drivers at least once before. You are in an unfamiliar town or perhaps you parked in a different lot, as a result you just can’t remember where your darn car is! It can take hours and nobody wants to be searching those streets after dark, especially in the downtown areas. Well now you can rest easy, My Car Locator is an absolutely free app from Android that will locate your vehicle using state of the art GPS technology. You’ll need to have access to a GPS signal and then you simply save the original location to your Google maps app and you’ll never have to worry about the street name again. You will need some clear sky for this to work 100% but even Android can’t guarantee the weather!

Waze – Free – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.waze

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Can you remember when Satellite Navigation systems first came out and everyone was amazed at the way these tiny boxes gave us directions to wherever we wanted to go? Well, they have got even better but still seem to be missing the human element a little bit. Now we have Waze, and this app has definitely got a fun element to its navigational qualities! As well as telling you all about the local and national traffic issues, Waze is a gateway into a real life community that helps motorists to help themselves. You’ll get the cheapest fuel prices in real time alerts and any accident hot spots will also be relayed to you. If you happen to witness anything untoward on your roads, just upload the information to your fellow ‘Wazers’ and you’ll be rewarded in kind. As well as offering an accurate navigation display, Waze will relay the directions in a friendly human voice if you prefer. An awesome driving buddy that will certainly make your journeys more fun and a lot safer!

Car Mode – Free – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.schwimmer.android.carmode&hl=en

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Our final Android driving app is a real corker that has your safety firmly on its mind. Car Mode will switch all of your smartphone’s calls onto the speaker system once activated. Do this just before you set off on your journey and you will be decreasing the chances of an accident by about 30%. It will not use the car’s speakers and will certainly allow you to drive without the added issues of not being able to take those important calls. It is missing a few advanced features such as voice recognition, but considering this application is totally free, we forgive it!

Driving With Android Is Cool!

Each of these apps have something to offer the discerning motorist, as they are all totally free, why not download the lot?

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The author of this post, Ian Newman, is a part of the team at Capital Volvo, a provider of trucks and truck parts in Florida. He has a keen interest in traveling and enjoys sharing his ideas via blogging.

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Anyone who has considered a makeover, a new hairstyle or other beauty accessory knows that the two biggest challenges revolve around cost and choice. With so many different styles and options to be considered, it can be difficult to know beforehand which best complements your features. The other consideration is cost: even the most basic cosmetic changes can cost an arm and a leg at certain salons, which makes many reconsider a visit. Fortunately, there are several applications that can aid users in both decision-making and cost savings; in the following article we will discuss four of these applications and what each has to offer.

Hair Salon

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With hundreds of hairstyles available, some users need a little prior assistance for the selection of the perfect hair-do. The Hair Salon app is a great tool that can be used with Android device to see what any particular hairstyle will look like before you commit to chopping off those bangs. Users can quickly upload a photo of themselves to the app and the included facial detection system will determine where best to place any proposed hairstyle. This app has dozens of different hairstyles that you can try out to see which one works best for you. Currently available for free, the Hair Salon app is an awesome solution to help you know before you go.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.liogames.hairstyle

Nail Salon Designs

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The Nail Salon Designs app for Android helps its users find inspiration for the perfect nails through thousands of premium nail designs that can be perused at will. Much like a catalogue, the app can be used to browse nail designs by category or colour in order to find the most desired template. Users can then either attempt to recreate their own DIY-style or show the design to their local salon professional for recreation. Currently available for free via the Android Marketplace, users of the Nail Salon Designs app can save time before they head to the nail salon and have ready the perfect design for their tastes.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skollabs.nails

How to Do Your Own Cute Nails

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If you want a manicure or new set of nails but do not have the time or money to visit the salon, then the How to Do Your Own Cute Nails app may be the perfect solution. Available for Android devices, this app includes more than 200 different tutorials on how to prepare your nails for any design, proper care techniques and individual instructions for various types of designs. Those with a variety of nail polishes and acrylic nails can experiment with dozens of different looks to find the one that best suits their tastes. Like the other apps in this article, How to Do Your Own Cute Nails is a free download and can be found via the Android Marketplace.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cutenails

Hair, Nails and Makeup

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The Hair, Nails and Makeup app for Android combines various elements of salon treatments so that users can quickly achieve a great makeover. With thousands of videos and hundreds of tips on how to properly create and maintain beautiful hair, nails and make-up styles, users will never have to rely on the expertise or opinion of someone else (though you may still wish to have certain hairstyles and nail creations done by a professional).

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hair.nails.makeup

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The author of this post, Dave Peters, works for a leading company that provides spa services in Australia. He indulges in blogging in his free time.

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2013-11-07-Firefox-OS-logo Firefox OS sets out to rock the low end smartphone worldThe HTML5 vs App “battle” has raged for a long time, with companies like Netbiscuits with obvious motivations pushing HTML5 along the way. The HTML5 camp got a boost from Mozilla’s launch of the Firefox OS, and the Keon phone. UK news source The Register is not too enthusiastic about the phone, but does give some good accounts on what the potential can be for the OS itself.

According to Mozilla management they are not trying to compete with Apple and high-end Android devices though, rather they are going after lower end phones for developing markets . In those markets, and even in mature markets, the average selling price of smartphones is going down, thus Mozilla is banking on a trend where there is a need for a cheap OS and simpler experiences that even slimmed down Android phones will not be able to provide, as Firefox uses much less memory capacity of the phone.

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While the OS may succeed in carving out a niche, as they certainly have very strong backing from mobile operators, and even Apple manufacturer Foxconn. But is HTML5 perhaps an Achilles heel in the whole scenario? Mobile cross platform tool provider Appcelerator completely blasts HTML5 as a viable platform, siting a lack of monetization models, poor user experience, the fact that browser fragmentation is ever present, and that Android and iOS gets releases several times a year or once a year respectively, while it has taken 5 years to get an HTML5 standard ratified. Still, they point to that HTML5 is certainly beneficial for apps where information is constantly updating and that users sometimes don’t want to download apps. So Firefox OS may face an uphill battle, not because of substandard devices or performance of the OS, but weaknesses with HTLM5. However, we’ve certainly seen cool examples of HTML5 apps, that are awesome for displaying information, so good designers can certainly do good things with the platform. The beauty of the whole thing? CodeNgo will quite easily support distribution to HTML5 app stores when and if the market takes off!

For a more in-dept look on Mozilla and Firefox, we recommend an excellent report by securities firm Wedbush. The fox is loose – let’s see what the hens do (we don’t even know what that means, but sounds good as finish :)).

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Anyone who has identified troubled areas of their home may wonder how they can fit the time in to fix the issues – let alone the finances necessary to accomplish the task. In the past, home remodeling was a chore that usually require professionals to provide their services, but technology has made it possible for us to achieve much more on our own. In the area of mobile applications, there are a variety of tools and solutions to help us get any job done. Below, we will discuss four home remodeling applications that can be used to fix just about any area of the home.

Dream Home

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If you need inspiration for your next big home remodeling task, then the Dream Home application for Android devices will make a great selection. Users can browse hundreds of different home design elements and sort them by room, category or color. Whether you are interested in architectural elements or simple furnishing to liven up a room, the Dream Home app provides them all in one easy-to-use interface. Currently available for free, users of the Dream Home app can save their remodeling and design ideas direct to their SD cards for future reference and subsequently share them with friends or professional renovators hired for a particular task.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wangsong.dreamhome

Interior Design Gallery

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Anyone who sees areas in which home remodeling and design elements can be improved will enjoy the Interior Design Gallery, a free application currently available for download via the Android Marketplace. Users will be able to browse a variety of different rooms – sorted by category – in order to find inspiration and know-how for that next big project. High definition photos make it easy to see how each element of the room interacts with the ambiance of the design, and users can save these photos directly to their SD cards. Before you head to the home improvement store, be sure to give the Interior Design Gallery app your attention, and get ready to be inspired.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=house3.lsf.wallpapers

Flooring DIY Advice

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One major element of home renovations, flooring, is often a popular and low-key way to add value and ambiance to the home. The Flooring DIY Advice app for Android devices allows it users to peruse a variety of valuable topics on how to install hardwood flooring, how to repair scratches and dents, how to properly clean and maintain floors and dozens of other topics. What can often cost an arm and a leg via a professional can cost you pennies on the dollar once you are armed with the knowledge that the Flooring DIY Advice app can provide. This app is available for free and can be found on the Android Marketplace.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.easysource.flooring

Home Improvement & Repair

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Let’s face it: not every job is a candidate for DIY repairs or renovations. This is where the Home Improvement & Repair application can assist home owners. You will be able to find a variety of qualified contractors in your area that specialize in many elements of home repair and improvement. Whether you need gutter cleaners, masonry, painting or electrical work performed, the Home Improvement & Repair app can connect you with someone who is local and qualified. This app is free and available for all Android devices.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.friendtrusted.androidapp

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6873123450_8cc80bf531 Make Driving More Enjoyable And A Little Safer With Android Apps!

Many of us have lost our enthusiasm for driving because it just seems like an uphill struggle most of the time. The roads are full of cars and the situation is getting worse on a daily basis. More learner drivers are passing their tests and as a result we are seeing levels of congestion like never before. To make matters worse, there are millions of experienced drivers who seem to have forgotten most of the stuff that enabled them to get their license in the first place. Thankfully, Android have released some clever driving apps that promise to remedy some of this difficult situation that faces motorists every day. This article looks at a few of them and gives an unbiased review.

Canadian Driving Tests by Monologix Inc – Free https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kep.driving.canadian&hl=en

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Our first Android driving app is a real corker that will help learner drivers and experienced ones at the same time. This ranked as the number one Driving Test App in Canada and rightly so! This application will help any driver to learn all about the present driving rules in Canada, and many experienced drivers could do with a thorough refresher course. It contains over 3200 province specific questions and covers every sign and rule you could imagine. Each test you take will automatically reshuffle the contents so you will never get the same sequence twice. You can take this test offline so you are never restricted to requiring an internet signal at any time. All of the questions are taken from the latest version of the Canadian rulebook and you will see exactly the same ones in the official theory test. The interface is extremely user friendly and very intuitive indeed. We love this app and believe it will be a real boon to those learning to drive and those who should know a little better!

I’m Driving by imdrivingapp.net – Free http://imdrivingapp.net/

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One of the biggest causes of driving related accidents is when the driver becomes distracted for whatever reasons. The cell phone tends to be a chief culprit and it can be so annoying when you are trying to concentrate and that pesky device just won’t stop ringing! Well that will no longer be an issue if you care to opt for a free download of this bad boy app! I’m Driving is an ingenious piece of software that has your safety at the forefront of its ‘mind’. When your buddies keep on calling your phone, they have no way of knowing that you are driving a vehicle. They may have some important news and will persist in calling you until you pick the darn phone up. This is where the I’m Driving app steps in with its size nines. It will automatically send any caller a pre-defined message to let them know you are otherwise engaged (driving).  You can select the option that only replies to people on your contact list if you’d rather not reply to unknown callers. We love this app and believe that it will reduce the amount of accidents on the Canadian roads, if you are interested please download it when you have a chance!

Android Loves Safer Roads!

So there you have it, 2 very cool Android Apps that are doing their bit for Canadian road safety!

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150911102_598328224d When A Lock And Key Is Just Not Enough

It’s a great feeling when you are home for the day after a hideous 8 hours at work with a nasty commute tagged on the end of it. Your close the door and feel grateful for your lovely home and even lovelier family! But are you certain that the safety of your home will not be compromised? Due to the current economic recession, there are more and more desperate individuals who would like nothing better than getting their mitts on your possessions. The sad fact is that your family are also at risk as long as these people have a way of entering your home. We are looking at a number of products on the market that will give you a little more security in your home. The good news is that most thieves are lazy incompetent devils that will always shy away from a little extra effort. Please read this article for some information about a few rather clever little helpers.

Lockitron – $179 – Available from Summer 2013

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We get the ball rolling with an outstanding application form the geniuses at Lockitron. It is not available for a couple of months but there are already 14,704 people who have reserved this app! The idea behind this product is very simple indeed, and you install the physical locking device over your existing deadlock/deadbolt system. The device will then let you know, via your smartphone, whether or not your door is locked or open. You can simply lock or open the door using your application. This will work from any location in the world. You can give your friends and family access to the door and you will be alerted when they use the appropriate entry method. This will work with any smartphone and even older phones will be able to open and shut doors protected by Lockitron!  There is even a Bluetooth feature that will open the door automatically from your iPhone as long as the app is installed correctly. In a world of doubt and insecurity, thanks heavens for this brilliant and innovative device!

Locked Door Reminder – Android – Free

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How many of us have driven or walked away from our homes and suddenly wondered whether or not we have locked the front door? Rush back and see the darn thing is still open, after a quick check inside we lock the door and go on our merry way. And then the doubt sets in, did we check every room? And maybe someone is hiding in our home? Well, those days will become unpleasant memories thanks to this absolutely free app from those clever folk down at Android.  All it takes is a peek at your Android device and you will soon be in the picture, it is as simple as that. You can even add your vehicle’s entry system to the application and it will take care of that too! If your door is forced open whilst you are away, you will get an instant notification to alert you of an intruder.

Two Of The Best?

We think that both of these apps are pretty much on the money, even though one is free! If you like the sound of either, well just let your touch screen do the hard work whilst you sit back and look forward to a more secure family home!

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Today’s featured contributor, Mark Victor, is a security consultant at Protector Locksmith. He is a frequent blogger and likes to update his readers about the latest door lock and other security systems available in the market.