Google Maps Releases 4 New Updates for iPhone And iPad

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Google Maps Releases 4 New Updates for iPhone And iPad
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People look at a view of Google Maps on the new ”iPad” during the launch of Apple’s new tablet computing device in San Francisco, California, January 27, 2010. Credit: Reuters/Kimberly White

Christian Post Report – Google has just released a substantial update for its Google Maps app for iPhone and iPad, featuring four new improvements for its highly popular application.

Google Maps has updated its app for iOS providing iPhone and iPad with a host of new features and improvements, including full-screen maps, a shortcut for “directions to,” transit line colors, Zagat-rated restaurants search filter capabilities, and more.

The first batch of updates were released in January, and the second batch was made available a month after. The current set of updates for March brings Google Maps iPhone and iPad versions up to 4.4.0. Apart from removing several bugs, it includes four major features and other improvements for better user experience on the mobile web mapping service.

Users can access a full-screen version of the map by tapping an empty spot on it. Comprehensive directions in the form of transit line colors will appear on the map, and users can also filter search results when on the lookout for Zagat-rated restaurants in the area, where they are available.

One significant feature dispenses with the confusion most people experienced getting directions from the earlier version of the app. The new update will allow users to tap on the mic and say: “directions to (place or address),” or type the phrase: “directions to (place or address),” and Google Maps will display faster results.

Navigational features of Google Maps remain the same, including comprehensive and accurate maps of 220 countries, voice-guided GPS for driving, walking and biking navigation, transit directions for more than 15,000 towns and cities, live traffic updates and auto-rerouting, comprehensive information on over 100 million places, as well as Street View and indoor images for restaurants, museums, and other places of interest.

The updated version of Google Maps is available for free download at the Google App Store.

Source : Christian Post

One Direction Ordered to Pay Cash Bond to Philippines Over Drug Concerns

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One Direction Ordered to Pay Cash Bond to Philippines Over Drug Concerns
One Direction (PHOTO) Reuters/Mario Anzuoni

British boy band One Direction pose on the red carpet

Christian Post Report – Popular British boy band One Direction was ordered to pay a cash bond to the Philippines Thursday to allow them to perform in two concerts in the country over the weekend.

The Philippine’s immigration bureau ordered top British boy band One Direction to pay a $4,500 cash bond March 19 over drug concerns. The band has two scheduled concerts in the Southeast Asian country over the weekend, and the imposed bond was made a requirement for issuance of work permits in the Philippines.

According to the Philippine Bureau of Immigration, drug were concerns raised by one of the country’s anti-drug watchdog groups fueled by 1D band members, Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson. The group requested a “strict scrutiny” of both singers after a video of the two shown smoking marijuana in a vehicle during their Peru tour surfaced and went viral online.

“The condition is intended to protect the public interest should the band members commit any violation during their stay in the Philippines.” Elaine Tan, spokesperson for the Immigration Bureau said.

Tomlinson, 23, will be joining the band when it performs at concerts at the seafront concert grounds of SM Mall of Asia, which previously hosted concerts for pop performers Justin Bieber and Justin Timberlake.

However, news has recently emerged Malik, 22, will not be joining the rest of his band members for the Manila and Jakarta leg of 1D’s 2015 “On The Road Again” tour. A PR representative for the band has released a statement on Twitter saying Malik had requested for time off due to stress and has flown back to UK to recuperate.

Zayn Malik Engaged

Zayn Malik Engaged to Perrie Edwards.

Unsubstantiated reports have also surfaced Malik had effectively quit the band after a scandal involving a series of photographs of the engaged singer and a blonde female named Lauren appeared on social media showing them clubbing at a nightclub in Phuket. The photos reportedly caused a rift between Malik and his fiancée, Perrie Edwards.

Source : Christian Post

Windows 10 ROM for Android Announced, to Be Piloted in China

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Windows 10 ROM for Android Announced, to Be Piloted in China
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Windows 10. Facebook. May 9, 2014.

Christian Post Report – Microsoft has found a way to install a Windows 10 ROM on Android phones and is currently testing it out with a group of “power users” in China who are using Xiaomi Mi 4 Android devices. This announcement was made by the company during its major announcement that the latest version of their operating system will soon be available to the public.

According to a Windows blog, Terry Myerson wrote: “Through a new program with Xiaomi, one of the top smartphone distributors in the world, a select group of Xiaomi Mi 4 power users will be invited to help test Windows 10 and contribute to its future release later this year. These power users will have the opportunity to download the Windows 10 Technical Preview – installing it and providing their feedback to Microsoft.”

Xiaomi in a separate statement clarified that this is not a formal partnership and that Microsoft is “working directly with select members of our Xiaomi fan community in China” in this “experimental program.” According to a report in BGR, Microsoft will create a custom build of Windows 10 and have select Mi 4 users who are already familiar with installing custom ROMs use it on their devices. Xiaomi also reiterated their commitment to the Android ecosystem.

As far as what the custom ROM can do, according to BGR, it allows the user to flash Windows 10 on their smartphone. It also comes with Microsoft associated apps such as Cortana, Skype, OneDrive, Office and more. This is what makes it attractive to users in China because of current restrictions on the Google Play market in the country. A report in TechCrunch also cited that “there is a greater spirit of customization in China, particularly for Android users since third-party app stores are the norm as Google Play is severely restricted there.”

Beyond the pilot however, Microsoft has already hinted that this software will be available soon.

Source : Christian Post

‘Hart of Dixie’ Season 4 News, Spoilers: Jaime King Confirms Show Cancellation; Will Zoe and Wade Exchange Wedding Vows?

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‘Hart of Dixie’ Season 4 News, Spoilers: Jaime King Confirms Show Cancellation; Will Zoe and Wade Exchange Wedding Vows?
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The CW’s “Hart of Dixie”

Christian Post Report – Despite the petition of fans, The CW’s hit drama TV series “Hart of Dixie” will finally take its bow for good. However, this doesn’t mean that followers of the show won’t be able to enjoy its last two segments because as spoiler reports suggest, the penultimate as well as the finale will be packed with thrilling and exciting sequences.

This week’s showing titled “End of Days,” will tackle on Zoe (Rachel Bilson) and Wade’s (Wilson Bethel) relationship issues. A synopsis for the episode was posted on the Futon Critic and it indicates that the two will be surprised to find out that “they have very different opinions about marriage.”

Meanwhile, AnnaBeth (Kaitlyn Black) will be visited in a dream by BlueBell’s founder. The entity will tell AnnaBeth “five omens about the end of BlueBell” which will consequently “creates a town-wide panic” thanks to Crickett (guest star Brandi Burkhardt) who relays to everyone right away what AnnaBeth has revealed.

Meanwhile, George (Scott Porter) will face a dilemma when he “gets an offer that could change his life forever.”

In related news, the show’s cancellation was further confirmed with its cast member who went to her social media to break the information.

Show creator Leila Gerstein previously hinted fans that the program might not be back for a fifth round. Jaime King, meanwhile, tweeted that “it’s our last season so watch the rest.”

The 35-year-old actress recently posted on her Instagram a photo of her showing her growing baby bump. The mother of 16-month-old, James Knight, later on took down the photos.

“Hart of Dixie” Season 4 Episode 9 “End of Days” airs this Friday, March 20 at 8 p.m. while the finale episode reportedly titled “Bluebell” will be in March 27 on The CW.

Source : Christian Post

‘The Walking Dead’ Season 5 News, Spoilers: Huge Trouble Ensues Inside the Walled Paradise

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‘The Walking Dead’ Season 5 News, Spoilers: Huge Trouble Ensues Inside the Walled Paradise
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Darryl says “We brought dinner” as they walk into Alexandria, on The Walking Dead.

Christian Post Report – Last episode of the hit post-apocalyptic TV drama series “The Walking Dead” Season 5 features both intense and tragic developments. And spoiler reports suggest this could continue in this week’s episode titled “Try.”

In “Spend,” fans saw the tragic demise of Noah (Tyler James Williams) who was literally devoured by the Walkers. It also revealed Rick’s (Andrew Lincoln) people getting more crucial positions inside Alexandria – a thing that upsets Father Gabe (Seth Gilliam) who told the community’s leader Deanna (Tovah Feldshuh) that having Rick and Co could spell disaster within the walls.

And this could turn out to be true, at least in the case of Rick. Spoiler reports indicated that the next episode will tackle on the conflict that is about to happen between the survivors’ leader and Alexandria’s esteemed doctor, Pete (Corey Brill).

A report from Design & Trend cited fan site The Spoiling Dead Fans saying that although Pete won’t be killed in the upcoming segment, he will, nonetheless, face the anger of the show’s main protagonist.

It was claimed by TSDF that Pete’s wife, Jessie (Alexandra Breckenridge) has suffered abuses from him. Seeking the help of the Safe Zone’s newly appointed constable, a fight consequently occurred between Rick and Pete.

As further revealed, Alexandrians have long been aware of Pete’s suspicious behaviours. In the Walking Dead comics, Douglas Monroe (Deanna’s comic book counterpart) will even ask Rick to end Pete’s life.

Executive producer Scott M. Gimple already told through The Hollywood Reporter that Season 5 will follow closely with the events on the comic book. This goes to say that Pete might be eradicated, not on this episode as it was reported, but likely on the succeeding ones.

“The Walking Dead” Season 5 episode 15 titled “Try” airs this Sunday, March 22 on AMC.

Source : Christian Post

‘Revenge’ Season 4 Cast News, Spoilers: Margaux is Hit by a Cab, Christa B. Allen Wants to Return

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‘Revenge’ Season 4 Cast News, Spoilers: Margaux is Hit by a Cab, Christa B. Allen Wants to Return
Revenge ABC (Photo: ABC Network/File)

Revenge airs on the ABC network.

Christian Post Report – Suspense and intrigue keeps on building up as the fourth season of the hit TV drama series “Revenge” continues in this upcoming segment titled “Loss.”

Karine Vanasse’s Margaux is certainly a force to reckon with within The Hamptons as we saw her in last week’s episode “Retaliation” successfully hurting Emily (Emily VanCamp) through Jack (Nick Wechsler) whom she had arrested under false pretences.

But despite all her efforts of destroying the Revenger, the scheming Margaux will still learn that chances won’t always be in her hands. A spoiler report from Melty cited the upcoming segment’s teaser video (provided below) showing Margaux getting hit by a speeding car while Emily looks on from a distance.

The promo also offer other explosive scenes like a mysterious figure – thought to be one of Margaux’s henchmen – aiming a gun at Emily’s head. But thankfully, the show’s protagonist was able to react in time and she was able to deter the hit man.

The video also featured Ben (Brian Hallisay) turning up at Nolan’s (Gabriel Mann) place and the latter was apparently disturbed with the visit. Madeleine Stowe’s Victoria Grayson is also seen crying over something.

On related news, avid followers of the show have long been wondering the status of another Grayson member who disappeared on one of the previous episodes.

Speaking with TV Line, cast member Christa B. Allen admits she wasn’t sure if her character would make a comeback to the Hamptons.

“I haven’t heard anything,” she told TV Line. “But I know that they’re still waiting to hear on their next season pickup, so I think it’ll depend largely on that. … They do try to keep their options open on that show.”

Allen’s character Charlotte was last seen in “Damage” where she was apprehended after a slew of murder and drug cases landed on her lap.

“Revenge” Season 4 returns this Sunday, March 22 at 10 p.m. with episode titled “Loss” on ABC.

See the trailer below:

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Source : Christian Post

‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Cast News, Plot Spoilers: GoT Stars Dish About Upcoming Season

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‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Cast News, Plot Spoilers: GoT Stars Dish About Upcoming Season
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HBO’s “Game of Thrones”

Christian Post Report – The cast members of the hit fantasy drama TV series “Game of Thrones” recently appeared in public to promote the launching of the show’s upcoming brand new fifth season at the Tower of London.

Fans present during the gala were able to take a glimpse of GoT stars like Kit Harington (who plays Jon Snow), Gwendoline Christie (as Brienne of Tarth), Sophie Turner (as Sansa Stark) and Alfie Allen (as Theon Greyjoy) grazing the event.

The occasion also features a slew of interviews with the cast where they unload amounts of information about what followers of the TV series should expect when Season 5 kicks off this April.

The Greyjoy actor started off by saying that the forthcoming chapter will be filled with “shocking scenes without a doubt.”

“I’d like to see how much farther they can push the sort of dark side of it as a show as a whole,” the 28-year-old actor told The Daily Record.

Fans, meanwhile, should also never worry for his neutered and broken character when the show returns to the small screen as there will be a “little bit of light at the end of the tunnel” for him.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (as Jaime Lannister) also teased that this season will be the “most exciting” part of the show.

“This season we are getting into the end game of this story so some of the major storylines start to overlap,” he said.

Echoing what George RR Martin said about the HBO adaptation veering away from the book canon, Michael McElhatton (who plays Roose Bolton) reveals that there will be major twists that will surely shock the fans.

“There’s a lot of shocks particularly for the book readers. There are things that happen now that aren’t in the books,” McElhatton said. “The world has just got bigger and bigger and we are going to move into the world towards Dawn a lot more and introduce a lot of new characters there.”

“Game of Thrones” Season 5 is scheduled to premiere on April 12, 2015 on HBO.

Source : Christian Post

WATCH: Woman Removes Her Makeup & Reveals Her True Beauty

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WATCH: Woman Removes Her Makeup & Reveals Her True Beauty

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The above video features Cheri Lindsay and her willingness to reveal the truth that lies underneath her makeup.

Lindsay has vitiligo, the very same disease that Michael Jackson was diagnosed with in his lifetime.

“It’s not that easy to deal with,” admits the very beautiful Lindsay. “When I first got vitiligo, I had to ask myself a couple of questions. Does it hurt? No. Is it contagious? Not at all. And can I still live with this and be successful? Yes.”

Cheri kicks off Dermablend Professional’s Camo Confession campaign by sharing her story and how she has used Dermablend to stand out for who she is and not for her vitiligo.
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‘Attack on Titan’ Live-Action Movie Trailer Released, Details: First Footage of Upcoming Film Revealed

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‘Attack on Titan’ Live-Action Movie Trailer Released, Details: First Footage of Upcoming Film Revealed
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The characters of upcoming live-action feature film adaptation of “Attack on Titan”

Christian Post Report – After the cast of the live-action movie adaptation of the hit post-apocalyptic series, “Attack on Titan” (Japanese title: Shingeki no Kyojin) was introduced last year, the first, recently released trailer of the upcoming big screen offering circulated online and it took the fans by storm.

A report from Comic Book cited a Japanese television program broadcasting the first brief footage of the “Attack on Titan” live-action film.

Although indecipherable for non-Nihongo speakers and western fans, the video, as presented by the TV show offers a great deal of what to expect in the upcoming title.

As detailed out, the promo teases the infamous Titans that appear to be slightly different from both the manga and the anime series’ creatures.

Nonetheless, the giant humanoid entities were featured looming around the walled city scooping up humans and devouring them.

It was further reported that the full-length feature was written by author Hajime Isayama and the screenplay by Tomohiro Machiyama. Meanwhile, “Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods” helmer Yusuke Watanabe was credited for the direction of the film.

What started off as a 2009 manga series written and illustrated by Isayama, “Attack On Titan” branched off into other media like light novels, anime series, video games, movie compilation, and this time, a live-action film.

The fiction, as a whole, follows characters Eren Yeager (Japanese actor Miura Haruma), his adopted sister, Mikasa Ackerman (Mizuhara Kiku), and their childhood friend, Armin Arlert, as they tread on a grim world plagued with people-eating giants called the Titans.

Check out the video below:

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Source : Christian Post

A New Solution That Stops Snoring and Lets You Sleep

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A New Solution That Stops Snoring and Lets You Sleep

If you constantly feel exhausted, experience headaches for no obvious reason or have high blood pressure, it could be the result of snoring.

More than a simple annoyance, snoring is also the most common symptom of a potentially serious health problem—obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Over 18 million Americans snore, and it’s related to OSA. People who suffer from OSA repeatedly and unknowingly stop breathing during the night due to a complete or partial obstruction of their airway.  It occurs when the jaw, throat, and tongue muscles relax, blocking the airway used to breathe.  The resulting lack of oxygen can last for a minute or longer, and occur hundreds of times each night.

OSA has been linked to:

  • Acid reflux
  • Frequent nighttime urination
  • Memory loss
  • Stroke
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Heart attack
  • Consistent lack of sleep

People over 35 are at higher risk. OSA can be expensive to diagnose and treat — up to $5,000 — and those treatments can sometimes be quite painful. Plus, they’re not always covered by insurance.

However, a recent study published by Eastern Virginia Medical School’s Division of Sleep Medicine concluded that wearing a simple chinstrap while sleeping can be an effective treatment for OSA.

The chin strap, which is now available from a company called MySnoringSolution, works by supporting the lower jaw and tongue, preventing obstruction of the airway.  It’s made from a high-tech, lightweight, and super-comfortable material.  Thousands of people have used the MySnoringSolution chinstrap and reported better sleeping, and better health overall because of it.

An effective snoring solution for just $119

The “My Snoring Solution” Chinstrap is available exclusively from the company’s website, which is currently offering a limited time “2 for 1” offer.  The product also comes with an unconditional 90-day, money-back guarantee!

If you want to stop snoring once and for all, without expensive CPAPs or other intrusive devices, this may be the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Click here to learn more about this special $119 offer from MySnoringSolutions.

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