How to Reset your Blackberry: Fix minor issues

Good day guys... just two days to xmas hope you all are having fun.

Phones tend to be all fun and smooth and fast when it is new and shiny but when time goes on it starts to age and lag which is so annoying... in the case of blackberry sometimes it just freeze and nothing works at all or it just gets too slow that you feel like hitting it on the wall, before you toss your phone read through these simple ways to fix some Blackberry issues with just a reset.

1. Perform a Hard Reset
This is so easy all you have to do is open the back cover of your blackberry and remove the battery wait for like 30 seconds and put the battery back and place back the back cover :)

• if you have a Blackberry Z10 just press and hold the power button on the top of the phone for about 10 seconds to perform a hard reset. 

2. Perform a Soft Reset
To perform a soft reset you should have a Blackberry phone with QWERTY keypad, all you need to do is press and hold the "Alt" key, press and hold the Right "Shift" key, press and hold the "Backspace/Delete" key all together then wait for the Blackberry to Reset, when the screen turns off you can release the keys you're holding and wait for sometime for it to boot.

3. Perform a Factory Reset
A factory reset or security wipe should only be the last resort if all else fails, this will erase all your phone data and personal information leaving the phone as it was when you bought it so be sure you want to do it before you proceed. Open the options on your home screen, select Security Settings and in the security settings menu select Security Wipe. Choose what you want to erase by checking the checkboxes or if you want to erase everything then check all the checkbox. Enter the code "blackberry" into the box and then select wipe. Wait for the phone to complete the wipe process, it might reset multiple times while on this just wait till its done and rebooted.

Hopefully the above methods will fix your Blackberry headache but if it doesn't or if you have a more complex issue or ran into any problem while on it, post on the comment and we'll help you fix it and answer your questions.

Update: Etisalat Bis is still working on Android, Iphone and pc

Good morning guys, most of us knew about the Etisalat Bis capped with 3gb and goes for just 1k that is working on non bb devices, many subscribers were unable to browse with their own and some believed that it has been blocked, some new subscribers say that it stops when they exhaust their bb10 15mb, I'm glad to tell you that there is a fix :) I too ran into the same issue when I exhausted my subscription and tried to subscribe again.

The Etisalat Bis is still working on non bb devices and very fast too so if yours has stopped or you want to subscribe this is how to go about it.

1. Get a blackberry phone
2. Insert the etisalat sim in it and you'll notice that you can't use bbm on it with the 3gb data you have
3. Dial 200 to call etisalat customer care, tell them that you subscribed for bb complete package that they should activate it for you
4. When its activated browse with it on that same blackberry and try to ping with bbm to make sure it worked
5. Subscribe for bb10 15mb with that blackberry and wait for a confirmation sms that the bb10 daily bis subscription is active
6. Remove the sim and put it in any device you wish then set your apn to blackberryx.net on that device and blaze on!

For new subscribers that don't know how to subscribe check here for the full tutorial 
then follow the above fix to make it work, or rather use a bb device for the whole thing.

This worked for me so drop your comment if you run into any problem while on it, I'll be here to answer all your questions.

Windows 7 is not genuine: How to Fix this

Do you have this annoying message at the bottom right of your windows 7 computer screen "Windows 7 Build 7601 This copy of Windows is not genuine." or something similar about windows 7 not being genuine? I've been there :( had that message and its not cool. After much surfing and all I found a fix that works! :) it wont make your copy genuine or crack it, what it does is give you evaluation access for 30 days and you use windows 7 as though it is a genuine copy.

Wana try it? :D here's how...

1. Click start button and type "Command Prompt" without the quotes
2. Right click Command Prompt and click Run as administrator
3. In Command Prompt type "slmgr /rearm" and press Enter
4. You will get a success message
5. Restart your computer

That's it, when your computer boots the annoying message goes away and it stays like that for 30 days after that 30 days you can rearm again with the above method.

NOTE you can only rearm 3 times and then you will have to buy windows.

Tell us if you run into any issue or have any question to ask...

How to optimise windows 7

Our computer tend to slow down and sometimes even crawl, take ages to load a program and do all annoying slow stuffs after we use it a long time and download and install programs and even antivirus software from the internet.

There are several techniques to use to speed up and optimize windows 7 with special features and settings exclusive to the operating system.


1. Uninstall the programs you don't use
Programs you install take up space and slow down the computer, some manufactures preinstall optional programs like virus scanners that you probably don't need and you may not use. Uninstall them to free up space and speed up your computer.

2. Run Disk Cleanup
Disk Clean up deletes unnecessary files that you do not need and it also empty the recycle bin, this will help free up more space and speed up the computer.

3. Run the Disk Defragmenter
Use the Disk Defragmenter to rearrange fragmented data on your computer which occurs when your computer doesn't have enough space or resources to store files as a whole. In this case, components of the file are separated and rearranged to fill up other gaps caused by deleted files. The Disk Defragmenter will optimize your computer by rearranging fragmented data into places that will speed up Windows 7.

4. Don't run too many programs at once
Running too many programs and applications at once will slow down your computer, limit open programs by closing any program that you are not using.

5. Restart your computer once in a while
This process will help free up and clear memory by stopping programs that continue to run in your taskbar or unseen on your operating system.

with these 5 techniques you can get your slow computer to run faster.
Ask any question if you have or share your thoughts in the comment...

BBM for Android and Iphone will get new features in 2014

It was really exciting when BBM launched in Android and Iphone in October, many BB users switched to Android for that. Now it gets even better...

In 2014 new and cool features will come to BBM for Android and Iphone which includes:
1. BBM Voice for iPhone and Android
You get to make free calls to anyone on BBM anywhere in the world! :)

2. BBM Channels for iPhone and Android
Join a conversation on BBM community or create yours and share your thoughts and ideas with BBM users beyond your contact list

3. Faster and easier sharing – from photos to voice notes, your location and more
Sharing your photos, voice notes, location gets as fast as bbm chats, even faster! :)

4. Lots of new emoticons
More emotions gets in and you have 100 in all to make your point clear.

All these features and more gets in next year... its gonna be fun on BBM :)
Share your thoughts...

Tecno Android Phones: What you should know

We all know about Tecno Android Phones and most of us already have one, I have one too and it has really served the purpose I bought it for. Tecno has indeed brought joy to smartphone lovers like myself by offering cool and well designed cheap android devices, with as low as 15k you can get a nice smartphone or even for less which was not even thinkable in the past.

The aim of this post is to rectify the misconceptions about Tecno Android, I have heard people say Tecno Android is different from android phoes, tecno android are no good, you cannot play games or use apps in tecno android, and lots of such stuff from ignorant people that probably haven't used an android phone at all.

App and Game compatibility comes in all kinds of android phone be it htc, samsung or sony, you dont expect to run an android ics app on ginger bread, the only different you spot on tecno android and other manufactures android is the hardware and updates, like the scratch resistant corning gorilla glass or water resistive features in some high end costly android phones like htc and sony.

I also hear people say that all Tecno BBM pin starts with 7, this is true... BBM pin in all Android and Iphone starts with 7 and we are not told why but I guess this goes for identification. so even if you buy HTC ONE or Samsung Galaxy S4 your BBM pin will also start with 7 :)

Software wise you can do basically all android-can-do stuff of your own version with your tecno android and you get so much more if you root your own device and this for cheap in place of spending a fortune on other android devices.

Most android users just browse the web, play games, chat, use social network, play media and run fun apps which a tecno android can handle quite well. You do run into some bugs and crashes sometimes which is also present in any kind of device in the world.

To me Tecno Android are great devices suitable for anyone regardless of what they do, what is your say on this? feel free to use the comment section below

Why you should Root your Android phone now!

Many Android users out there do not know what it means to Root their device, some ask what the need is and others are just afraid of bricking their device. Android is one of the most open and customizable operating system out there and you can gain so much more with just a little work it takes to Root your device.

I will quickly unfold to you some of the benefits/gains that comes with rooting.

• Unlock Hidden Features and Install Incompatible apps

There are lots of features in your android phone that you do not know is there and with rooting you can install incompatible apps, emulate some features from other phones, get features from the latest version of android and so much more.

• Block Ads in apps

Well basically most developers use ads to make money while  keeping the app free but sometimes ads get in the way and use up a lot of data, with rooting you can block ads in certain apps or on certain devices. You can use Adfree, Adblock and other good options for that. If you haven't rooted you can go on airplane mode to block ads.

• Automate Everything

There is an app called Tasker, though ypu do not need root to use it but if you are rooted you can do so much more like: changing CPU speed, turning the screen on, toggling 3G. Thus rooting unlocks all the features in tasker. you need root do do similar stuffs in other apps.

• Remove Preinstalled apps

With Titanium backup you can uninstall all the battery-draining, space-wasting crapwares that come preinstalled on many phones. 

• Flash Custom Rom

You probably know this already, yeah yeah... but it is one of the best benefits of rooting. A custom rom is basically a custom version of android, it changes the way you use your phone, some roms bring stock android to non-stock phones or later versions of android that is not available for some phones yet. Some adds lots of features and changes your phone from head to toe.

Well that's just a few of what you stand to gain when you root your android phone, all in all it makes you the true owner of your phone and lets you do whatever you want with your device.

See how you can Root your android phone

Etisalat Bis working for Android, Iphone and Pc: 3gb for 1k

Good morning guys... its really sad now that airtel is on the verge of stopping their bis from working on non bb devices, that's left us all in wonder on what next to do, tho the airtel bis still works but who knows when its going to finally stop :( but today I am glad to announce to you all that there is an alternative that is better, faster and cheaper than airtel bis. :)

Etisalat Complete Monthly Blackberry subscription goes for just one thousand naira and you get 3gb of data and amazing speed, the best news now is that you can use it now on your Android phone, Iphone and even on your pc with any modem!!! isn't that great?

Here's how you can enjoy this goodie...

1. Get an etisalat sim and subscribe to blackberry complete monthly plan by dialing *499*3# or text COM to 399 which goes for #1000 or blackberry complete weekly plan by dialing *499*3*1# or text COW to 399 which goes for #500

2. Wait for a confirmation sms that the subscription is successful and active

3. Subscribe again to bb10 daily plan by dialing *599*3*2# it goes for #100 and you get 15mb

4. Wait again for confirmation then set your apn to "blackberryx.net" without quote
Save and surf

That's all so you just spend #1100 for 3gb + 15mb, what the bb10 sub does is convert the monthly complete sub into normal data so that you can use it on any other device with the apn... its has been personally tested and confirmed working by me.

5 best softwares for taking screenshots on windows

Hi guys, previously I made an article about 3 Ways to take screenshot on windows without software some of us might find the opening a program and pasting issues too difficult to follow so today we will be looking at cool softwares that allows you to take screenshots on windows effortlessly. Their main purpose is to help you take screenshots fast and easy.

In this article I'll list the softwares, the pros and cons on each but they will be in no particular other. I will also give link to the website where you can download each one so the final choice is left for you.

Well then lets get to it.

GreenShot

Pros:

GreenShot is an open source screenshot capturing software, allowing you to take screenshots of the complete screen, active window or an area of the screen. It has been under my own use ever since I started blogging, specifically for its area capture mode. Taking over the Print Screen button, it allows you to quickly take area specific screenshots and edit them. The GreenShot Image Editor allows you to move or remove the mouse cursor even after taking the screenshot. Other options include drawing different shapes, adding text to image, obfuscating elements, filling color etc.

Cons:

The complete window capture of GreenShot is not that good, and sometimes, either cuts the edges of windows off, or adds a little bit of background around the edges.

Key Success Factor:

Allowing you to take screenshots by simply hitting the Print Screen button on your keyboard and selecting the required area makes GreenShot a very useful and time-saving screenshot capturing tool.


Screenshot Captor

Pros:

Screenshot Captor is one of the most extensive and comprehensive screenshot taking tools out there. It has an array of options allowing you to take screenshots, edit them, add special effects, add colors, objects and share the screenshots. You can specify pre-capture and post-capture settings, and edit the image using the built-in editor. You can create mailing lists to share captured images with multiple people or print them directly from within the application. Other options allow you to crop image to selection, resize the image, adjust image, enhance selection, blur the image, adjust its colors, add captions, change its transparency etc. There is also support for multi-monitor setup allowing you to take flawless screenshots across all connected monitors.


Cons:

Compared to GreenShot or Shotty, setting up and learning to use Screenshot Captor can be a bit difficult. Users will have to put some time and effort in getting to know the software to use it at its full potential.

Key Success Factor:

To be honest, I cannot name any one factor which makes this tool stand out from the crowd. The massive number of options let you perform almost every thinkable function for capturing and editing the screenshot.



Shotty

Pros:

Being a full-featured screenshot taking tool, Shotty is used as the primary screenshot taking utility by a lot of people (including a lot of us at AddictiveTips). Its ability to capture the Aero-Glass effect in Windows Vista and Windows 7 allows it to take HQ screenshots with semitransparent borders, along with the shadow of the selected window. Some other useful features include cropping the captured image, captioning the image, marking a specific area and inserting text. It can not only capture the selected windows, but also the windows running in the background without having to bring them to front. Shotty also lets you directly upload images to image hosting websites.

Cons:

Even though the high quality image looks pleasing to the eye, the compression of PNG images is not that good. Resultantly, the size of the captured image is quite high, and further compression with an external image editor is required specially if you want to upload it to a website.

Key Success Factor:

The ability to capture Aero-Glass and shadow effect and take screenshots of windows running in the background makes this software a perfect choice for taking high quality screenshots of complete windows.



Live Capture

Pros:

Live Capture can easily be a direct contender to Screenshot Captor in terms of the number of available options. It boasts a whopping total of not 4 or 5, but 12 screenshot capturing modes. Each mode can be equipped with its own hotkey. That’s not all, there is also a Magnifier, Color Picker, Color Palette, Ruler, Editor, Crosshair, Protractor and GIF animator packed within the application. The “Capture Bar” stays on top of every window – with adjustable transparency – allowing you to quickly grab the screen you want. Other than the usual file capturing modes, Live Capture has Window Control Capture, Timing Capture, Repeat Last Capture, Web Capture and Program Menu Capture.

Cons:

The application doesn’t have its own image editor. You will have to use MS Paint (selected by default) or any other external image editor of your choice.

Key Success Factor:

The 12 different capturing modes, supplemented with several other tools, such as Color Picker and GIF animator, makes it a feature-rich tool for capturing any kind of screenshots.

Snappy

Pros:

Recently, a screenshot taking application named Snappy caught our eye, mainly because of its Event Capture feature. The Event Capture feature allows you to set a timer for capture and initiate screenshot capture on specified mouse and keyboard events, such as every mouse click, release or double click or every keyboard key pressed or released. It stores each screenshot in to its own memory and allows you to Export all the selected images in a single PDF file. The image editor lets you tag additional data to the image, adjust its RGB values, Brightness, Contrast and Color, as well as add lines with adjustable width. There is also an option to directly email the images for sharing with someone, from directly within the application.

Cons:

It took me a lot of time to find out something missing in this tool, but finally I noticed that there is no Aero-Glass effect or shadow capturing option available in Snappy.

Key Success Factor:

The Event Capture option is definitely a useful tool for effortlessly capturing screenshots specially while making guides and adding visual aid.


Ok thats it on the 5 best screenshot softwares, do you have any other one already? which is your favourite? Let us know on the comment below.
Also see 3 ways you can take screenshots on windows without software

BBM finally gets on Android and iOS

Good news guys... The wait is finally over as bbm for android and ios is finally here, you can now open play store on your android and download the official bbm app in Nigeria.

Some of us that signed up for the update notification by email @ bbm.com will start using bbm immediately but those that did not has to wait in line for their turn according to blackberry.

For more info on how the line works visit blacckberry blog

Happy pinging..

3 Ways to take screenshot on windows without software

Sometimes we run into issues with our computer, maybe a program or something and you may want to take a screenshot so you can show someone to help you or upload it to fix your problem and then ??? you dont know how.

Well good thing you are here today because I will quickly show you 3 ways you can take screenshot on your windows without the use of a third-party software.

Lets get to it then...

Method 1: Taking a screenshot of the entire window (full screen)

1. Press the "Print Screen" button on your keyboard. This will snap your entire screen and copy it to your clipboard so you can paste it in a program, the size of the image captured will be the same as the resolution of your desktop.

• The "Print Screen" button may be labeled "PrtScn", "Prnt Scrn", "Print Scr", or something similar. On most keyboards, the button is usually found between the "F12" and "Scroll Lock" keys. On laptop keyboards, you may have to press the "Fn" or "Function" key to access "Print Screen". 

Note: You will not receive any confirmation that the screenshot has been taken.

2. Paste and save your screenshot: you will need a program like paint where you can paste and see your screenshot.

To open paint click on Start then All programs then Accessories then paint.
press Ctrl + V on your keyboard to paste on a new blank canvas.

Click File, then Save to set the name and file type of the image. The most common file types are JPG and PNG. The recommended format for screenshots is PNG, due to the high quality and small file size.

You can also paste screenshots on other programs such as photoshop, word or even the body of an email.

In windows 8 pressing the Windows key + Print Screen will save a full-screen screenshot directly to a file, without having to paste it into another program first. The file is saved to the Screenshots folder in your Pictures folder. If the Screenshots folder does not exist, Windows will create one. 

• The picture is saved in PNG format.

• Screenshots are automatically labeled "Screenshot", and a number will appear in parentheses for each consecutive screenshot.

Method 2: Taking a screenshot of the active window (one window screenshot)

1. Click the window that you want to capture an image of. The One Window screenshot function will take a picture of the "active" window on your screen. This means that it should be in front of all your other windows.


2. Press and hold the "Alt" key and press "Print Screen". An image of the window will be copied to the clipboard. The size of the image will be determined by the size of the window when the screenshot is captured.

3. Paste and save the image in a program just like in the first method above.


Method 3: Using the Snipping Tool

The snipping Tool is available in Windows Vista, 7 and 8


1. To open it in Windows Vista and 7, click the Start button, select All Programs, then Accessories. Select the Snipping Tool from the list.
In Windows 8 simply start typing “snipping tool” while on the Start screen and select it from the Search results.

2. Choose the shape of the Snip. "Rectangular Snip" is chosen by default. Click the Arrow button next to the New button to change the Snip shape.

• "Free-form Snip" lets you draw any shape with your mouse. The area inside the shape will be snipped.

• "Rectangular Snip" lets you select a rectangular area, which will be snipped.

• "Window Snip" lets you choose a window to snip.

• "Full-screen Snip" snips the whole screen, with all windows (except the Snipping Tool window) included.

3. Take a snip and then save with any format you like.

Thats it, so if you ever need to take a quick screenshot now you know how. :)

Check out 5 best softwares you can also use to take screenshots 

How to block unwanted calls and sms on your Android Phone

Good day guys, So many times we get unwanted calls from really buggy people and then we wish we could just stop them from calling us, well you could with your smartphone and I have seen some china phones with blacklist capabilities, lol.

Today we are focusing on Android and I will show you how you can stop someone from calling you by blacklisting their number with an app you can download in play store.

Though there are so many apps that you can use to block calls and they all have their own functions and capabilities but I'll be introducing you to this really spectacular one that I've tested and liked for its easy interface and easy settings.

How to block calls on Android

1. Go to play store and search for "blacklist" click on the one made by "AntTek Inc".

After install open the app and do some settings to your choice.

• You can block private numbers

• You can block numbers that are not in your contact

• You can set it to pick up the call and then hang up

• You can block sms and mms

• You can hide the app's icon from your app drawer for security

• You can use password when you launch the app

• You also get notified of any call blocked and sms blocked 

These are cool features you dont find from most blacklist app... enjoy!

How to Root any Android Phone

Good day guys, I'm guessing we all know what it means to gain root access in your Android device. If you have an Android phone and you haven't made out time to root it yet then you are totally missing out on all the good stuff about Android.
See why you need to Root your android phone


With that said, Android has different versions and different manufactures and the method of rooting each one varies too, some very easy and some very difficult but hey! That's why I'm here to help you out right?



Good news is we going to root all your Android devices ASAP and allow you enjoy all the sweet stuff that comes with rooting and all you have to do is comment with your device model and manufacturer and your email too, you'll get the easiest method and files needed delivered to your email directly and answers to all the questions you may have.


Cool right? Now you don't have to ransack Google for some trial and error method while  you can just get it in your email inbox with support incase you get any issues.

Comment with your device name (Model and Manufacturer) and your email address and we send you the how to root your device easiest step available :)

8 Things you can do to secure your wireless router

Most of us use wireless routers and we know how important it is to keep it secured. A security researcher recently discovered a Backdoor in many D-Link routers, this allows anyone access to your router without even knowing the username or password. This is not the first security issue with wireless routers and it certainly won't be the last.

Good news is there are things you could do right now to protect yourself, ensure your router is configured securely. This isn't just about enabling Wi-Fi encryption and not hosting an open Wi-Fi network.

So how do you secure your router and protect yourself? I'll show you how.


8 Things you can do to secure your wireless router

1. Disable Remote Access

Routers offer a web interface, allowing you to configure them through a browser. The router runs a web server and makes this web page available when you’re on the router’s local network.

However, most routers offer a “remote access” feature that allows you to access this web interface from anywhere in the world. Even if you set a username and password, if you have a D-Link router affected by this vulnerability, anyone would be able to log in without any credentials. If you have remote access disabled, you’d be safe from people remotely accessing your router and tampering with it.

To do this, open your router’s web interface and look for the “Remote Access,” “Remote Administration,” or “Remote Management” feature. Ensure it’s disabled — it should be disabled by default on most routers, but it’s good to check.


2. Update the Firmware

Like our operating systems, web browsers, and every other piece of software we use, router software isn’t perfect. The router’s firmware — essentially the software running on the router — may have security flaws. Router manufacturers may release firmware updates that fix such security holes, although they quickly discontinue support for most routers and move on to the next models.

Unfortunately, most routers don’t have an auto-update feature like Windows and our web browsers do — you have to check your router manufacturer’s website for a firmware update and install it manually via the router’s web interface. Check to be sure your router has the latest available firmware installed.


3. Change Default Login Credentials

Many routers have default login credentials that are fairly obvious, such as the password “admin”. If someone gained access to your router’s web interface through some sort of vulnerability or just by logging onto your Wi-Fi network, it would be easy to log in and tamper with the router’s settings.

To avoid this, change the router’s password to a non-default password that an attacker couldn’t easily guess. Some routers even allow you to change the username you use to log into your router.


4. Lock Down Wi-Fi Access

If someone gains access to your Wi-Fi network, they could attempt to tamper with your router — or just do other bad things like snoop on your local file shares or use your connection to downloaded copyrighted content and get you in trouble. Running an open Wi-Fi network can be dangerous.

To prevent this, ensure your router’s Wi-Fi is secure. This is pretty simple: Set it to use WPA2 encryption and use a reasonably secure passphrase. Don’t use the weaker WEP encryption or set an obvious passphrase like “password”.


5. Disable UPnP

A variety of UPnP flaws have been found in consumer routers. Tens of millions of consumer routers respond to UPnP requests from the Internet, allowing attackers on the Internet to remotely configure your router. Flash applets in your browser could use UPnP to open ports, making your computer more vulnerable. UPnP is fairly insecure for a variety of reasons.

To avoid UPnP-based problems, disable UPnP on your router via its web interface. If you use software that needs ports forwarded — such as a BitTorrent client, game server, or communications program — you’ll have to forward ports on your router without relying on UPnP.


6. Log Out of the Router’s Web Interface When You’re Done Configuring It

Cross site scripting (XSS) flaws have been found in some routers. A router with such an XSS flaw could be controlled by a malicious web page, allowing the web page to configure settings while you’re logged in. If your router is using its default username and password, it would be easy for the malicious web page to gain access.

Even if you changed your router’s password, it would be theoretically possible for a website to use your logged-in session to access your router and modify its settings.

To prevent this, just log out of your router when you’re done configuring it — if you can’t do that, you may want to clear your browser cookies. This isn’t something to be too paranoid about, but logging out of your router when you’re done using it is a quick and easy thing to do.


7. Change the Router’s Local IP Address

If you’re really paranoid, you may be able to change your router’s local IP address. For example, if its default address is 192.168.0.1, you could change it to 192.168.0.150. If the router itself were vulnerable and some sort of malicious script in your web browser attempted to exploit a cross site scripting vulnerability, accessing known-vulnerable routers at their local IP address and tampering with them, the attack would fail.

This step isn’t completely necessary, especially since it wouldn’t protect against local attackers — if someone were on your network or software was running on your PC, they’d be able to determine your router’s IP address and connect to it.


8. Install Third-Party Firmwares

If you’re really worried about security, you could also install a third-party firmware such as DD-WRT or OpenWRT. You won’t find obscure back doors added by the router’s manufacturer in these alternative firmwares.


Consumer routers are shaping up to be a perfect storm of security problems — they’re not automatically updated with new security patches, they’re connected directly to the Internet, manufacturers quickly stop supporting them, and many consumer routers seem to be full of bad code that leads to UPnP exploits and easy-to-exploit backdoors. It’s smart to take some basic precautions.

Browse for free with your Android -- TroidVPN

Good morning guys, today we will all benefit from a tweak from MTN that allows you browse the internet and use apps that requires internet access on your Android free of charge unofficially, using a VPN app (TroidVPN).




The best part to this tweak is that you don't need to have a dime in your balance and it works on full speed if you have TroidVPN premium account, though the free account is stable too.


So are you wondering how? I'll show you.


How to configure TroidVPN to browse free with mtn sim:

1. Go to play store and install TroidVPN if you don't already have it

2. Open TroidVPN and set protocol to TCP

3. Set LPort to 5222

4. Set RPort to 1110

5. Make sure your apn is set to web.gprs.mtnnigeria.net

6. Connect and enjoy!!!


That's it guys, browse and download to your fill while it last...

How to create your own QR Codes with an Android Phone

Most of us know what QR Codes (or matrix barcodes) are and might have seen one around somewhere, its cool how it works, you just scan it with your smart phone and it takes you to a website, email address or location embedded in it. QR Codes has become so common that many businesses and individuals has started encoding their own information.

Good news is you can also encode your own information in a QR Code too, all you need is an app and an Android Phone.

Ok less talking already, let me quickly show you how.


How to create your own QR Codes with an Android Phone

1. Search for "Barcode generator/reader" in Play store and click the one made by LADVAN APPS. 

2. Click Install and click Open when when its done.

3. Click on the drop down menu that says "text" in the Barcode app and select the type of information you want to embed in your barcode. I choose url in mine so it will lead to a website.

4. Type your site in the textbox and click on "Generate".

5. Click on save to save your Barcode or share it with friends.

Thats all on creating your own barcode, hope it was explanatory enough. If you need further help or any questions please use the comment section below.