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It's been a short while since the launch of Apple's latest software update iOS 8. This has given us lots of time to play around and see all the great new features that the OS has to offer. One promise I was excited about was the ability for developers to create custom keyboards. Want to do the same? Here's how: I tried this with the most popular keyboard app "SwiftKey" and it works beautifully and gives you the option to use the ever so popular Swype Text. - Launch the App Store - Search "SwiftKey", Download and Install - Go to Settings>General>Keyboards - Add a Keyboard - Select the SwiftKey Keyboard - To switch between the Apple and SwiftKey Keyboard, hit the little Globe symbol in your keyboard. Enjoy :)  

Smartphone lovers are up in arms from Apple's announcement of the iPhone 6 Plus, their version of a next generation Phablet (Phone+Tablet). I myself am pleased to see that Apple has a larger screen, but let's be honest, Samsung created the Phablet and they do it right with their next generation of the Note series, the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. Here's what we know so far: Screen The Note 4 is still packing it's beautiful Super AMOLED 5.7" screen. This time it has better resolution with better viewing for pictures and videos. Camera Take brighter and clearer images with the 16MP rear camera and 3.7MP front facing camera. This camera has the same technology as the Samsung Digital Camera series making this a first class picture taking device. Let's not forget the 4K video recording. Smart Select Copy and paste sections of an article or webpage and paste them into a text message or e-mail with the use of the ever so popular S-Pen. Advanced S Pen T...

If you didn't have time to tune in to Apple's live stream of Apple Event 2014, here's what you missed. Two versions of the iPhone were revealed. The iPhone 6 with a 4.7" screen and the iPhone 6 Plus with a large 5.5" screen. I think at this point we know that Apple isn't big on completely reinventing their product. The iPhone 6 has the simplicity of previous models yet has upgraded hardware in every way. Most importantly, they have size! Let's see what's under the hood of the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. Hardware Lightning USB port. (Don't worry you won't need to buy new cables) 8MP iSight camera with new light sensors and a wider angle lens. This camera also has an improved autofocus for a clear and more precise image. 1080p video recording at 30-60 fps. The Slo Mo feature has been upgraded to 240 fps!! Unfortunately no updates to 4k video recording. Upgraded A8 processing chip and M8 motion processing chip. The A8 processor allows ...

What is a digital footprint? It's a collection of data that is left behind every time you enter passwords, usernames, bank account details, visit websites or basically click on anything. It is very important that you are educated enough to stay safe when entering the wonderful world of the Internet. Here's some tips on how to stay safe: 1. Don't Leave a Big Trail - Ask yourself, does the application or website I'm visiting really need all this information to function? Think twice about enabling services like geotagging and location services. These services will let the entire world know exactly where you are. In fact many home invaders use this information to see when you aren't home to break in at the most opportune times. 2. Screen your E-mails - Many times we will receive e-mails from companies or services that we may have never subscribed for. Think twice about clicking on the link to the service they may be offering. It's best to flag these e-...