How to Backup Chat Messages in WhatsApp

WhatsApp is no doubt one of the fastest growing means of keeping up with friends and other contacts from your mobile phone. It’s like BlackBerry Messenger on Android and iPhone – and we love it!

Now just imagine, you have had an important chat with a friend around evening and later that night, you plan to do a full reset on your phone. Well, you will lose that chat you had in the evening with your friend.

WhatsApp creates a backup automatically of your conversations everyday at 4am, but in case you want to back up your conversations at some other time, you can do it manually.

 

How to Backup Chat Messages in WhatsApp

Follow the steps below to backup your Whats chat conversations:

• Open WhatsApp.
• Press the Menu key, and go to ‘Settings’.
• Scroll down and go to ‘More’;.
• Now tap once on “Chat History Backup” and backup will start.

That’s it! Next time when you re-install WhatsApp after a full reset, you will be asked to restore your previous backup (which is stored on your SD card).

Backup WhatsApp Messages – Video

Watch the above steps in the video:

Download Android USB Drivers for Windows

USB drivers for Android phones and tablets are needed for connecting our devices to the computer. This includes, using the device for development which requires ADB and Fastboot drivers, transferring media content and files to your phone storage etc.It is always good to have these drivers before hand so you can easily installed them or use whenever needed.

You can download the Android USB drivers for Windows (Android phones and tablets, ADB and Fastboot) mostly from the official websites of device manufactures, but in cases you cannot, we have compiled a list of all the major manufactures and links to their USB drivers / PC Suite (which includes the driver).

Download Android USB Drivers for Windows (ADB and Fastboot) – Android Phones and Tablets

Here is a list of popular Android device manufacturers with a link to their USB drivers for download:


Samsung: Download Samsung USB Drivers or Download Samsung KIES (drivers included).

HTC: Download HTC USB Drivers (HTC Sync).

Motorola: Download Motorola USB Drivers (Motorola Device Manager).

Huawei: Download Huawei USB Drivers or Download HiSuite (drivers included).

• HTC MediaPad 10 FHD: Download Drivers.

LG: Download LG USB Drivers.

• For device specific drivers, go to LG website > Search for product > Resources > Download driver.

ASUS: Download ASUS USB Drivers or Download ASUS PC Suite (drivers included).

• Nexus 7: Download Nexus 7 USB Drivers.

SONY: Download SONY PC Companion (drivers included).

ZTE: Download ZTE USB Driver.

DELL: Download DELL USB Drivers (device specific).

Fujitsu: Download Fujitsu USB Drivers.

Intel: Download Intel Android USB Drivers.

How To Install Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean On Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 Using Custom Firmware [Tutorial]

Verizon started rolling out the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean update for the Samsung Galaxy S3 only from Friday, lagging way behind other major US carriers.

However, thanks to a custom firmware build, users of Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 I535 can try their hands on the latest Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean. In order to install Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean on the Verizon Galaxy S3, users need to install custom firmware LiquidSmooth ROM, which is based on Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean AOSP, on their devices.
The LiquidSmooth ROM is considered as one of the smooth, stable and fast ROM as it has been built from the AOSP release. The ROM includes many customizations that are usually found in CM10.1, AOKP, Team CAN and Team EOS ROM, Android Jinn has reported.

The report added that most of the features of the LiquidSmooth ROM work fine. But given that the ROM is still under development, users might come across some issues and bugs while using it on Verizon Galaxy S3 I535. However, all these issues are expected to be fixed as development progresses.

Below is a tutorial to install Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean on Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 I535 using custom firmware LiquidSmooth ROM. But before going ahead, users must be aware of some prerequisites:
- Backup your data so that you can recover if you lose any.
- Ensure that the device has at least 80 percent battery power.
- Backup your EFS Folder.
- USB drive must be installed for Samsung Galaxy S3 in your PC.
- USB Debugging must be enabled.
- Make sure that your device is rooted and has ClockworkMod Recovery Installed.
- Don’t skip Nandroid backup as it’s very helpful if this custom ROM doesn’t work the way you wanted.
- This tutorial is only for Verizon Galaxy S3, model number SCH-I535. Don’t try this on any other Android device.
- The users must note that IBTimes cannot be held responsible if anything goes wrong. They should proceed at their own risk.

Files Needed
- LiquidSmooth ROM For Verizon Galaxy S3 [Filename: Liquid-JB-v2.1-Beta1-d2vzw.zip]
- Google Apps [Filename: gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip]

Procedure

Step 1: Connect your Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 to PC via USB.

Step 2: Copy all downloaded zip files to the SD card of your phone. But don’t extract any file.

Step 3: Disconnect USB and turn off your phone.

Step 4: Boot into ClockworkMod recovery in your Galaxy S3 by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power button together till you see Samsung logo on screen.
Now release all three buttons. You will see ClockworkMod recovery screen soon. Use Volume keys to browse between options in recovery while using Power key to select an option. (You can also try this alternative method to achieve Recovery Mode without key combination)

Step 5: Perform a Nandroid backup of your existing ROM. To do that, select Backup and Restore, then on the next screen, select Backup again. Go back to the main recovery menu after backup is complete.

Step 6: Perform data wiping task. To do so, select wipe data/factory reset, then select Yes on next screen to confirm your action. Wait for a few minutes till the data wipe is completed.

Step 7: Select install zip from sdcard and then select choose zip from sdcard. After that, locate the Liquid-JB-v2.1-Beta1-d2vzw.zip file that you copied earlier in Step 2 and select it by pressing Power button (tap on it if using touch version).

Confirm the installation by selecting Yes – Install _____.zip on the next screen. The ROM installation will begin.

Step 8: After the installation process ends, repeat step 7. But choose gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip instead of ROM zip to install the Google apps package.

Step 9: Once the installation is completed, go back to the main recovery menu and select reboot system now to reboot the smartphone and boot up into customized Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean ROM LiquidSmooth. The first boot will take time.

Step 10: If you want to go back to the previous ROM, boot into recovery, select backup and restore then restore your previous ROM by selecting it from the list.

Sony Alpha A35 Digital SLR Camera Coming Soon!

Sony Alpha A35 Digital SLR Camera Coming Soon! – Come more rumors about news photo of the Japanese giant, which in this case want an imminent launch of the new Sony Alpha A35, which A33 the heir to the already known. The changes from the previous model should not be many, but nonetheless significant. Sony Alpha A35 is a camera with translucent technology, equipped with a sensor Exmor CMOS APS-C from 16.2 megapixels, also features panorama sweep in 3D mode and support for video recording Full HD 1080p at 60 fps in AVCHD format.

Sony Alpha A35 Specification

Indeed, while the body will have basically the same aesthetic, the new Sony Alpha A35 will have a kit lens 18-55 mm f3.5-5.6. The camera should be the same as the previous year, 14.2 megapixels, introducing the Full HD video recording using the same counterparty Nikon, the D3100. Although the number of megapixels should be identical to the A33, the performance could be improved by introducing its new features.

Last thing about Sony Alpha A35

Among other innovations appear to have confirmed a higher shutter speed in Sony Alpha A35 camera, the more points preset for auto-focus and an improved battery life. To confirm the rumors of the imminent launch of this new camera is removed from the list of the A33 by the Japanese market by Sony, while the headquarters briefly showed the first images on its official web site of the new Sony Alpha A35. Sony is probably just waiting to use up stocks of A33 and then officially launch the new model.We’ll wait for more credential features, prices, and availability of this Sony Alpha A35, stay tuned!

Sony NEX-C3 New Mirrorless Lightweight Camera

Sony NEX-C3 New Mirrorless Lightweight Camera – as well as doing many other manufacturers of digital cameras, Sony has decided to continue the development of devices mirrorless , which represents the right compromise between portability and performance. Since August, Sony NEX-C3 will replace NEX-3 and will join the compact digital NEX-5, top of the line output about a year ago. Compared to its predecessor, at least in appearance do not seem to be many differences. In reality, provide by the manufacturer, the improvements will be evident to those who have the ability to use the new model.
The Sony NEX-C3 camera body is lightweight (only 225 grams) and easy to handle, thanks to the metal grip on the right side and the outer coating, which will be available in different colors, gives the camera an elegant and modern. Sony Nex-C3 is equipped with a sensor Exmor CMOS APS HD 16 Megapixel, better than this on Sony NEX-C3, and is able to capture movies in high definition at 720p. Photo Creativity Through the new interface you can change the setting of photos and videos in a simple and intuitive means of navigating the menu screen 3-inch LCD.
For those who are beginners, you can also operate in automatic mode or personally choose the settings using a language more intuitive than technical. Sony , in fact, is convinced that this model can be suitable even for inexperienced photographers. Obviously, you can operate in manual mode, personally checking the settings before proceeding to the next step.
For those interested in buying, we note that Richard Butler of dpreview and Lori Grunin of CNET were able to test a preview of the new model and have reported their first impressions on their respective websites. The version with 18-55mm lens will be available in silver, black and pink. Sony NEX-C3 will be available starting in August.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55, Thinnest Pocket Camera

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 the thinnset pocket camera with rich features.

Introduced new pocket camera from Sony. It is Sony’s thinnest camera, called Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. It  has a thickness only 1.23 cm.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 is capable for taking AVCHD Full HD video pictures and 16, 2 megapixel still images. This product has the Exmor sensor R and “By Pixel Super Resolution” technology that allows to do 10 times zoom without reducing resolution quality .
Picture effect debut for Cyber-shot on the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 series allows users to edit images directly from the camera, even before the picture is taken. A wide selection of picture effects like HDR Painting, Rich-Tone Monochrome, Miniature, Toy Camera., Partial Colour, and High-Soft Key can immediately selected before taking a picture. selected before taking a picture.
Options to edit images through touch screen makes Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 camera easier to use. The  thinness form allows Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 can be carried in a wallet or small purse with the ability to take pictures like a DSLR quality, it is  a large and heavy camera.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 is the first Cyber-shot cameras that have slots for Memory Stick Micro (M2) and microSD flash memory card or SDHC. All cards are equipped with free PC software (available via download), also File Rescue to recover files and photos when damaged and lost, and x-Pict Story which simplifies photo slideshow creation.
Using Image Processor “Bionz”, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 has exposure compensation of plus or minus 2.0 EV, 1 or 3 EV step, and ISO auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, and 3200. This camera also supports video modes for Shooting, scene selection for the image, and feature outstanding 3D (three dimensional) as 3D still image, 3D Sweep Panorama, 3D and Multi-Angle Sweep.