Installing Facebook Home on ANY android device !

If you are an Android User and you've heard of the new recently launched 'Facebook Home'

Which allows you to integrate facebook into your homescreens,

You might be disappointed because you found out that it only runs on certain High-End devices such as Galaxy SIII, Note II, HTC One X, etc...

But fear not, because it definitely is possible to install it on your android device as well !

You just need to install a modded version of Facebook Home which allows you to bypass any device restrictions, Meaning it will work on all android phones and tablets!

1. Uninstall the original Facebook Application, Facebook Messenger, etc..             (you may need root access if your phone comes with preinstalled facebook app)                        
2. Download these files:  Facebook Home and Facebook Messenger

• Extract the RAR files and you will have 3 files:
• com.facebook.katana.apk ( Facebook App. )
• com.facebook.home.apk ( Facebook Home )
• com.facebook.orca.apk ( Facebook Messenger )

Then Install the apps in the following order:

1. First install Facebook App ( com.facebook.katana.apk )
2. Then install Facebook Home ( com.facebook.home.apk )
3. Then install Facebook Messenger ( com.facebook.orca.apk )

Now just open Facebook Home Application and you will see it Installed successfully.

Selecting Facebook home as default launcher

You can also set Facebook Home as Default Launcher for Android.

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Clear History - Useful Keyboard Shortcut

Ever wanted a much faster way to clear the history, cache, cookies and other data from the browser quickly?

Without even having to open the settings and go through all those pesky mess of options.

Especially in chrome, a keyboard shortcut comes in handy when you want to quickly delete history.

Just use the key combination of Ctrl-Shift-Delete to Directly open up the clear history option !

See More Useful Shortcuts:

HOW TO: OPEN TASK MANAGER DIRECTLY IN WINDOWS VISTA, 7

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HOW TO: Open Task Manager Directly In Windows Vista, 7

"Ctrl-Alt-Del"
The Classic trio that's called in to kill pesky applications that stop working !
Are you used to the task manager popping up directly like in Windows XP ?

Why wait for that silly screen when your computer is barely responding, right?
Fear not, Just get used to this shortcut instead:

Ctrl-Shift-Esc

A much more reliable solution in times of need.

This shortcut is a big relief if the whole reason you want to open the Task Manager is to kill a program that's hogging system resources–system resources your computer would need to display that pesky options menu

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2 utilities that can improve your PC performance

With continuous usage, all sorts of gizmos tend to wear off, making their maintenance harder. With proper management of the junk that lies in your system, you can clearly avoid becoming a victim of a laggy computer. Check out these two awesome utilities from Piriform.com.

1. CCleaner

This is the best computer cleaning utility I've ever used, solely due to its easy to use interface and great functionality. Once installed, you can Analyze any junk that remains left behind in your computer after a regular work session. This may include Internet history, stored passwords, cookies, urls, everything that occupies some amount of system memory and may slow down your system. You can flag what to clean and what to remain untouched with check boxes. You will be surprised that the junk goes into Gigabytes after the first cleaning!!



You can also use CCleaner to clean your Registry and also uninstall programs without the need to access the Control Panel. The biggest functionality of CCleaner is the Drive Wiper. It allows you to wipe any drive on your computer and it isn't as slow as the default Windows Cleaner.
This tool is pretty famous all over the world, so if you still haven't installed it yet, get it at:  http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner



2. Disk Defraggler

Kind of a funny name don't you think. Well I'm thankful to this nifty piece of software in making my Pentium computer a tad bit faster(at least the crashes stopped). When disk space is fragmented(for different reasons it requires greater memory space thus slowing down your system. Disk Defraggler works like a Defragmenter and saves up a really good amount of space. It also gives you insights on what the software is doing, how much space has been saved, etc.
However, you do have to wait for more than an hour to complete the defragmentation. You can continue working, but it's not recommended to save files.

Download Disk Defraggler at: http://www.piriform.com/defraggler

You will receive periodic updates on both these tools which provide minor upgrades, though it isn't necessary to always download them.So download these utilities right away, and improve your PC performance right away!!


About the author: Mr. Technoid is very experienced with computer hardware and specializes in gadget consultancy. He's also a gamer with 150 hours of experience on Counter Strike and a budding pianist. Consider him as our "go-to" guy for tech news. Check out his tech blog techngizmos.com You can catch him on Facebook

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Airtel Free Cricket Alerts by SMS !

Here is the Latest Working Trick For Free Cricket Alerts on Airtel. 

Get free Cricket scores ball by ball.

 This trick is free for all Airtel Users in India. 

This is a life time trick.

 Here's how you can activate free cricket alerts on Airtel :

• Just Type SUB FREE and send it to 54321 

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How To: Facebook Full Site View From Mobile Browser

Most mobile users of Facebook use the default mobile version of facebook on their mobile browser. 

Several features available on the full site are not available on the mobile site.

So if you want to be able to access the full site from your mobile browser, Here's how:

1. Go to Facebook.com and sign in.
2. Go here http://www.facebook.com/home.php?m2w or here http://www.facebook.com/home.php

And there you have it!

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15 sites to send free SMS online

Over 15 Ways to Send Free SMS in India and Worldwide
SMS is one of the most popular means of communication in today's world. Messages are transferred within seconds to any country but at nominal rates. But online services exist that allow you to send SMSes free of cost!
Have a look at these 15 services that allow you to send SMSes for free, some work only in India and others Worldwide

FooSMS : has been top on the list of free sms services, as the name comes in "Foo" means blowing air from mouth, your message is delivered at that speed. No registration required. Works in India.

FullOnSMS : Free cost messages, you can create unlimited groups and message all of them in one go, super fast delivery. quick registration required but sends messages instantly.

YouMint : provides free messaging service with upto Rs.2500 free coupons as soon as you join their website which you can use to redeem gifts and much more.

Way2SMS : popular messaging service with plenty of features, group messaging, email alerts, mobile recharging and much more. Also download Way2SMS Client for easy desktop message publishing.

160by2 : Works on the Way2SMS platform, but faster

FreeSMSMantra : Indian based messaging website. Requires registration

FreeSMS8 : offers single fast sms, group sms service, message scheduling option, gaming, movies and much more right on your phone.

SMS440 : supports messages upto 440 characters !

SendFreeSMS : Worldwide messaging service. supports upto 140 characters

FreeSMSix : send your message to 40 different countries without registration

SeaSMS : also provides you with free international sms and mms service, you can upload images and send it to anywhere in the world. Just select your country from the map and start sending messages.

FreeSMSTous : somewhat like SendFreeSMS service you just have to type in your number and your message. You can send upto 150 characters.

SMSFree4All : also provides free messaging to many nations worldwide, you need to clear the captcha though.

CBFSMS :  only works for numbers in the United Kingdom.

SendSMSNow : also provides international messaging service, select your country from the dropdown menu. But you can send only 13 characters.

Feel free to comment if you know any other sites.


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