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Monday, September 11, 2017

HOW TO BECOME A DEVELOPER AND USE OF IT

HOW TO BECOME A DEVELOPER AND USE OF IT






Friends, only few people know what is developers mode, what can we do with it Today we are going to tell you about androids this silent features gain.
1. Background process limit: Right down the bottom of the list, this option lets you set how many processes can run in the background at any one time.
2. Bluetooth HCI snoop log: The Enable Bluetooth HCI snoop log allows you to capture and analyze Bluetooth HCI (Host Controller Interface) packets. Enabling this will places them for analysis in a file on the device storage (/sdcard/btsnoop_hci.log) for retrieval.
3. Bug report: Right at the top of the list you will find Take Bug Report. Tapping this option surfaces the log files on your device, allowing you to send them wherever you wish to view them.
4. Debug GPU overdraw: GPU overdraw happens every time the application asks the system to draw something on top of something else. Debug GPU overdraw gives you information about this.
5. Desktop backup password: Android Developer Options allow you to backup and restore to and from your PC things such as apps and their associated data. This option requires a password for such backups.
6. Dont keep activities: Be very careful about using this setting: it force closes every application as soon as you leave its main view.
7. Enable OpenGL traces: A setting that records OpenGL errors. Enable OpenGL traces places errors in a log file of your choosing.
8. Force 4x MSAA: This setting forces multi-sample anti-aliasing (MSAA). This makes things look better, but puts more strain on the CPU / RAM.
9. Force GPU rendering: This setting forces apps to use hardware 2D rendering, even if they were written to not use it. It can make things look great, or it can temporarily bork your phone. Use with care.
10. Force RTL layout direction: This forces screen orientation for right-to-left language support. Useful principally for developers of multi-language apps.
11. Keep your phone awake: Check the Stay awake opotion and the screen on your phone to stay on anytime and every time it is plugged in. Useful if you are working on Android development and find it annoying that the screen keeps timing out. But it wont do your screen any good in the medium term.
12. Mock locations: Hit the Allow Mock Locations option, and you will be able to manually write location information. This is useful if you are developing an app that uses location information.
13. Pointer location: Places an information bar at the top of your screen that tells you the coordinates of the last place the screen was touched.
14. Power menu bug reports: This adds an option to the menu you see when you press and hold the power key, allowing you to collect and send a bug report.
15. Process stats: This is one of only a couple of options that remains enabled even when you switch off Developer Options. It shows you a tonne of data about what is going on in your smartphone or tablet.
16. Profile GPU rendering: This setting draws a graph - a visual rendering of how hard the GPU is working. You can either view onscreen or save to a file.
17. Select debug app: Choose an app, debug it.
18. Select runtime: Here you can choose to use either Dalvik or ART. Important for developers creating apps to run on Android L. (See also: How to fix Wi-Fi problems with Android Lollipop.)
19. Show all ANRs: Makes every process show an App Not Responding dialog if it hangs. Even if it is running in the background, which is useful if the app you are developing is interfering with another process, and you need to work out what is happening.
20. Show CPU usage: Allows you to view CPU information inscreen at all times.
21. Show GPU view updates: Enable this setting and any onscreen element drawn with GPU hardware is viewed with a red overlay.
22. Show hardware layer updates: Tells you when hardware layers update.
23. Show layout bounds: This useful tool marks the edges of all the elements in a dialog so you know where a touch will activate them.
24. Show surface updates: Selecting this option makes the edge of an onscreen window flash when its contents are updated.
25. Show touches: This option adds a visual cue on the screen wherever a touch is registered.
26. Simulate secondary displays: Allows you to simulate different screen sizes.
27. Strict mode enabled: Flashes the screen when an app uses the main thread to perform long and intensive operations.
28. Transition animation scale: This setting sets the speed for transition-animation playback.
29. USB debugging: Allows your Android device to communicate via USB to your computer via the Android Debug Bridge (ADB). You can also revoke USB debugging authorizations: When you use a computer to debug over USB for the first time, you have to authorize it and set up a keypair. This setting revokes that.
30. Verify apps over USB: Use this setting and Google scans apps you installed looking for malicious behavior.
31. Wait for debugger: Not enabled unless you are set up to debug an app. When enabled it prevents that app from starting until the debugger is attached.
32. Window animation scale: Sets the speed for window-animation playback. 

How to enable Developers mode 
in android 

1-Launch the Settings Application
2-Scroll Down and Tap on About Phone(or About Device)
3-Locate the Build Number Section
4-Tap on the Build Number Option 7 Times
5-Go Back to the Main Settings Page
6-Scroll Down and Tap on Developer Options

 In xiaomi
The Developer Options is hidden by default from the Settings menu.
To enable the hidden Developer Options, please follow the steps below :
  1. On your Redmi phone, find and launch the Settings app.
  2. Tap General settings.
  3. Tap About phone.
  4. Tap Android version for 7 times.
  5. Once you reached the 7th times, you�ll see the �You are now a developer� message appears on screen.
    you are a developer
  6. Once turned on, you can tap Developer options on the General Settings screen to access a list of options which deemed to be mainly useful to the developers.
  7. Lastly, you can do a factory reset to hide the Developer options.
Note: You can also go to Settings > General Settings > Apps >All >Settings and execute clear data to hide the Developer options.

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Tuesday, September 5, 2017

How to Use Dual Sim SD Card Simultaneously in Hybrid Slot

How to Use Dual Sim SD Card Simultaneously in Hybrid Slot


The new Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is an amazing phone. Those who are dual sim phone owners must be disappointed that you can either choose Extra Space; or Dual Sim with internal space.
Well, if you are willing to do a little bit of hack, you will be able to use Dual Sim and MicroSD space on Samsung Galaxy Edge S7.
Here are the RISKS if you decided to proceed with the hack;
  1. Your Nano sim will not be able to reuse again (replacement new nano sim).
  2. Your Micro SD Card may attach to the Nano Sim. Forever
  3. Prepare to walk into your Telco and get a replacement of Nano Sim, if it failed to work.
  4. One of your Nano sims need to be your permanent line; because it�s attached to your Micro SD Card.
  5. If you didn�t do it right, you might break your S7 Edge ??
So, I have a primary line; which I use daily i.e Celcom Line, alternatively sometimes I hop on Mobile (a lot of data 3GB�), so I�ve decided to hack on my Celcom Nano sim, and Mobile will be� an on and off sim which allows me to plug into slot 1; besides if you travel a lot, can use to plug the travel sim card into slot 1 too.
Prepare Your Tools
Here are the simple tools I am using to hack the Nano sim.
  1. Nano Sim (MUST BE Nano Sim because it�s easier to cut and remove)
  2. Lighter
  3. Scissor
  4. Double side tape OR Uhu/Elephant/Gajah Super Glue. (I used double sided tape because I love the free MicroSD card from Samsung)
  5. MicroSD Card.
  6. Read the next line

Step 1: Make Sure the Nano Sim Card Placing is Correct.

Here are 2 SIMs (Mobile and Maxis) I am using to do the comparison, which one should face up/down.
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Maxis Hotlink Sim Card
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Mobile Sim Card
I notice that all the sim card (included Celcom, shown later), have a breaking part. that should give you an indication which one is Up or Down.
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Maxis Hotlink Sim breaking off part
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UMobile Sim Breaking off part
So now you should know which part should face up/down using looking at the breaking part on the sim card.

Step 2: Removing the chip from Nano Sim

Heat up the Nano Sim (the plastic side ok) for 30 secs to 1 minutes, and use your finger/sharpen tools to remove the chip out from the nano sim card. It should look like this�
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Nano Sim Chip
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Nano Sim Chip
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Nano Sim Chip Removal
By now, you are almost 50% done with the work ?? If it�s not successful, it�s time to walk into your cells and do sim replacement ??

Step 3: Trim Nano Sim Chip and Attach to MicroSD Card

If you want to play safe and don�t salvage your MicroSD Card, you can use double sided tape attach the nano sim and MicroSD Card together. But before that, make sure you trim the Nano Sim Chip and make it just nice (am-am) fix into MicroSD Card.
Which part should I trim it? Refer to picture below.
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Trim/Cut off both side of the nano sim chip
I use scissors cutting off both side, 1mm to 2mm (well I didn�t measure, just by gut feeling). We move on next, you may need to trim the nano sim chip.

Step 4: Attach Nano Sim Chip onto MicroSD Card

Now, here is the part, attach the Nano Sim Chip onto MicroSD Card. Refer to picture below for more explanation.
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Attach Nano Sim Chip onto MicroSD Card
So, if you MicroSD chip reading if on your ride, your Nano Sim Chip Breaking part should face up highlight in Orange color.
Besides, make sure the Nano Sim Chip is aligned to the corner of your MicroSD Card as highlighted in RED color.
You are about there!

Step 5: Placing the MicroSD Nano Sim onto Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Tray

So, placing the MicroSD Nano Sim onto your S7 Edge tray and get ready to activate the dual sim, I attached with Maxis sim card for testing.
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Flip it over, make sure the Nano Sim Chip is aligned on the corner as Highlight in the Red Square. Alright, slot it into your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge!

Final Step: Configure with Dual Sim Manager

If you see picture below on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, that mean now your S7 Edge is enabled with Dual Sim and Expanded MicroSD Card Storage! Congratulation!
samsung-galaxy-s7-edge-dual-sim-microsd
Now you should head over and configure your data sim/call sim / 4G LTE network sim with Dual Sim Manager.
For those who failed on Step 2, don�t give up, get a new nano sim and do it again ??
Here is the Sim card manager
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Monday, September 4, 2017

After Buying A Domain Name Whats The Next Step In Starting A Website Should You Use Site Builders

After Buying A Domain Name Whats The Next Step In Starting A Website Should You Use Site Builders


Here are the two steps to going live on the web:
1. Register your domain.
2. Rent some server space.
As you already have a domain, we will jump to point 2 - Rent server space to host your website
When renting space on a server so that it can serve your website on the World Wide Web, it is often called hosting. Companies that provide this service are often called host or hosting companies. You can choose which type of hosting would you prefer: shared hosting, dedicated hosting, VPS hosting or cloud hosting.
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After you registered your domain, all you need to do it contact a hosting company and tell them you want to host your website and that you have a proper domain name. They will guide you through the process and you should be live on the web in no time! Some hosting companies do provide with a domain name too. You can ask them for more details if you need any.
A cheaper option
Some people may not want to buy a domain or go for free hosting because they have just a personal website for fun or practice. You can still get your website live on the web by using a free hosting service that allows creating what they call a sub-domain. A sub-domain is just a domain that is part of another domain. In that case, your website address will be like, for example:
www.5hoster.com/YourWebsite/
Or it could be like:
yourWebsite.5hoster.com
This is fine for fun/project websites, but if you are serious about your website (say its your business website) using sub-domains is like taking someone elses business card and writing your name on it! Also, there are security concerns.
One last point, Ive heard of free hosting services that will allow you to host proper domains with them for free and without annoying ads that other free host will insert into your pages. But Ive never used them, and in my opinion, you always get what you pay for.
Choosing the Right Hosting plan
You should check out the following before choosing which plan to go for as per your requirement:
1. Amount of web space
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This means how much web space the web hosting company will allow you to use for your web site. This can vary but usually starts at around the 100 megabytes mark, and can go all the way up to 1000 or 2000 megabytes. For all but the biggest web sites, 100MB is more than adequate. Some web hosting companies offer much more space � they are able to do this because they know that the average web site comes in at less than 100 megabytes.
2. Number of email addresses
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This means how many emails address the hosting company will permit you to have. For budget accounts, this is usually somewhere between 1 and 10 email addresses. Some higher-end packages permit say 250 addresses.
3. Bandwidth (or data transfer)

This is a much-misunderstood measure, but it is really important if your web site starts to generate a lot of interest from web users. It means the amount of data your web site can transmit to web users. For example, if a web page in your web site is 10 kilobytes (about 1000 words on the page) in size, and one Internet user views it, you have used 10 kilobytes of bandwidth. If 10 users request that page you have used 100 kilobytes of bandwidth. Bandwidth is normally measured monthly.
Most small web sites will need under half a gigabyte of bandwidth per month. That means you can serve about 52,000 web pages per month (assuming the pages are an average of 10 kilobytes in size).
4. Windows or UNIX?
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The last major differentiating factor between web hosting packages is the operating system. Just like your desktop computer (probably running Microsoft Windows or an Apple Mac OS), web servers run an operating system. It�s the software that makes the computer go. There are two major types of OS in the web hosting world � Windows and UNIX. The major variant of UNIX is called Linux.
For basic web sites, it doesn�t really matter whether you choose Linux or Windows hosting. Your pages will work just the same whichever you choose. But for more advanced users it pays to make the right choice.
Which OS to choose comes down to what you want to do with your web site. For example, if you want to install certain apps such as WordPress then you need to know which OS the app runs best on. Here are some examples:
Apps that run better on Linux:
WordPress blogging system
 Magento shopping cart
 Joomla website building software
Apps that run better on Windows:
Umbraco website building software
 nop commerce shopping cart
 BlogEngine.net blogging system
But � almost all the Linux apps can also run on Windows!
Moving your web site files onto the server
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After you have your domain name registered and your hosting service in place, the last step is to upload the website to the server. You can transfer your website to your hosts server using an FTP program.
An FTP program is a type of software that is used to move files from one computer to another over the Internet. FTP is the acronym for File Transfer Protocol, this just means that this is a way of moving files. There are several free FTP programs you can use to move your files onto the server, and many HTML editors and web design programs like Dreamweaver have FTP capabilities built in.
One option you probably have to FTP your files to the server is Internet Explorer. Internet Explorer 5 and up have an FTP program built right in and you can use it by just typing in the FTP address of the server in the address bar preceded by the keyword: FTP. Here is an example:
http://ftp//192.99.204.1/yourweb.

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Monday, August 28, 2017

How to use WhatsApp Without Internet

How to use WhatsApp Without Internet


How to use WhatsApp Without Internet

It�s a Real problem that you want to use WhatsApp but there is no internet connection. We have Good news and bad news for you regarding this issue. Bad news is that you have applied many tricks those all goes in vain, but your good news is that this trick gonna work.

How to use WhatsApp without internet: WhatsApp Bluetooth Messenger There are number of technology blog and Download reviews suggest WhatsApp Messenger for using this without internet access. The name sets alarm bell ringing because this Bluetooth is short range radio technology that�s not needed internet. As like, when someone says, it does not matter about phone or internet signal. I have Bluetooth.

The Fact is Play store should set bell and fact is it uses Your WhatsApp Name without having internet connection.  And it also doesn�t use the WhatsApp user names or passwords. Dear reader WhatsApp Bluetooth Messenger works with your Bluetooth name," as one bit of blurb put it. It�s crap. How to u?? WhatsApp w?th?ut ?nt?rn?t: u??ng Wh?t?A?? via SMS You ?r? not allowed t? u?? Wh?t?A?? thr?ugh SMS. Whatsapp u??? the ?nt?rn?t ??nn??t??n. If Wh?t?A?? use phone n?tw?rk, It w?uld be strange th?ng? It�d be a b?t l?k? Ub?r ?ff?r?ng t? ??ll a yellow cab, ?r A?rbnb r???mm?nd?ng a h?t?l.

H?w t? use Wh?t?A?? without ?nt?rn?t : using Ch?tSIMTechnically, u??ng Ch?tSIM d??? u?? th? ?nt?rn?t � but it u??? ??m?b?d? else�s ?nt?rn?t, ?? th?t d???n�t really count. It�? a r??m?ng service: so ?f you�re in a l???t??n wh?r? ??u ??n�t get ??ur usual ?h?n? network ?r?v?d?r�? data ??gn?l, ?r if ??u�r? tr?v?l?ng ?nd th?r?�? n? W?-F? ?r?und ?nd data roaming ?? ?r?h?b?t?v?l? ?x??n??v?, th?n ChatSIM might be the ?n?w?r.

It�? a ?h?t-?????f?? global SIM ??rd th?t�? ?tru?k d??l? w?th a wh?l? r?ng? ?f m?b?l? ???r?t?r? t? d?l?v?r d?t? ?nd MMS services. With th? SIM ?n?t?ll?d ?v?r?th?ng�? automatic: if ??u�r? ?n range of a partner�s d?t? service, ??ur phone ??nn??t? t? ?t ?nd you ??n Wh?t?A?? ?w?? t? ??ur h??rt�? content Ch?tSIM ???t? �10 f?r a ???r ?f unl?m?t?d chats ?nd t?xt? (?r?v?d?d ??u behave yourself: ??u mustn�t r????t?dl? ?x???d th? average d??l? traffic l?m?t, which ?? d?f?n?d ??: "th? average tr?ff?? exchanged b? ?ll active basic rate Ch?tS?m cards"). If you want t? ?h?r? mult?m?d?? content ?u?h ?? ?h?t?? ?nd v?d??? ?r make v???? ??ll? you�ll n??d t? buy a recharge, wh??h ???t? �25 for 250 MB ?f tr?ff??. Recharges expire ?ft?r 30 d???.

It�s important t? n?t? th?t ChatSIM ?? ?ll ?b?ut chat, ?h?t ?nd nothing but ?h?t. If you r??d th? ?r??? blurb ??u�ll see that it actually bl??k? tr?ff?? fr?m non-chat apps in ?rd?r t? k??? chat ???? runn?ng smoothly, ?? ?t�? n?t a ??lut??n if ??u w?nt a full? fun?t??n?l ?nt?rn?t ??nn??t??n wh?n you�re tr?v?l?ng. For that, ??u�ll n??d a SIM with d?t? roaming, n?t just ?h?t.

D? ??u live ??ur l?f? ?n Wh?t?A??? And ?f ??u do, d? you g? thr?ugh th? seven ?t?g?? of gr??f when ??u ??n�t get a d?t? connection? L?t u? kn?w ?n th? ??mm?nt?!

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Saturday, August 26, 2017

How to Use ES File Explorer to Edit and Modify System Files on Android

How to Use ES File Explorer to Edit and Modify System Files on Android


Rooted Android phones provide many additional benefits when compared to a non-rooted phone and that�s because we can read and modify system files. Now the thing is, most of the time when we have to modify system files, we use an app or script to apply the updates directly. Not always convenient though.

Sometimes, we might need to edit and update certain system files manually in order to apply some custom mods and patches and that�s when we need a root file explorer. There are many apps in the market (some of which are paid) that claim to do the task, but we will see how to use ES File Explorer, one of the most trusted file explorer apps, for the task.

ES File Explorer as a Root Explorer

Launch ES File Explorer and open the app�s settings by pressing the menu soft key. In Settings scroll down to Other Settings  section and tap the option Root Settings.


Now in Root Settings, check the option Root Explorer and Up to Root. For the first time when you enable this feature, your phone will ask if you would like to grant the particular app root access on your phone. Select the Remember option and enable it.



 You will now be able to view all the root files when you tap the up button instead of exiting the app. If you want to gain write access over system files, enable the option Mount File System. You can now edit system files on your Android manually.


You can also opt for the option to backup system files automatically before you modify and save a file. This makes sure that you always have a failsafe file on your device to roll back to if anything goes wrong.

 Note: Please be very careful while editing system files. Always refer to reliable source if you are planning to apply any mod or patch to your device. Even a small mistake can put your phone in Force Close or boot loop. You were warned!

Conclusion

So this was yet another great use you can put ES File Explorer to. Don�t forget to have a look on how to use ES File explorer to manage your files on computer over Wi-Fi and even on cloud storage tools such as Dropbox and SkyDrive.

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Thursday, August 24, 2017

Mi PC Suite and USB connection problems not detected and need to update your device to use Mi PC Suite

Mi PC Suite and USB connection problems not detected and need to update your device to use Mi PC Suite


Hot Kiss Clock Widget APK
Show everyone that you are a true fanatic of love and romance and set Hot Kiss Clock Widget Hot Kiss Clock Widgeton your phone screen! Blow a kiss and make it romantic and passionate at the same time - with one of the most beautiful widgets on the app store you can celebrate love every day! If you like romantic wallpapers and love backgrounds, this Android � widget will blow your mind! Boys and girls, get ready to be dazzled by our unique �kiss clock� and have fun with this analogue clock! Get romantic clock widget completely free of charge and start this summer with a sizzling love 
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Updated
January 27, 2015

Size
2.3M

Installs
10,000 - 50,000

Current Version
1.0

Requires Android
2.3 and up

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Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Unable to use selfie stick with Android phone Settings to check

Unable to use selfie stick with Android phone Settings to check




Free Download Nitro Nation Racing 3.8 APK for Android

For those who live lives 1/4 mile at a time, the Nitro is the most addictive free Android Drag Racing Game!
Race real licensed cars, dozens of modern and lyrics. Start a team, invite your friends, win a tournament. Trade parts online and build a custom car with other drag racers.

More than 20 million players can not be wrong! Nitro Nations top rated multiplayer racing game experience




Fair Play - no need to wait for your "fuel". For cars or upgrade free "delivery time". Each car is competitive and no "premium" upgrades. Its all about the player driving skills and dedication.

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The Supercars and Exotics? Check. tuners and street racers? Check. Classic and modern muscle? You bet! The best part? In their games is always more!

Real racers & teams - we are all about multiplayer racing, there is always waiting for you on the street or track an online competitors. Test your nerves are starting to get a full 1/8 mile race any distance or create a team, winning the tournament with your staff, work your way up the leaderboard rankings, or stakes races.

EPIC upgrades - to update and improve the unique car components with 33 aftermarket blueprints in 3 categories. Satisfy your need for speed and construction of the machine is a kind of a drag racing. You ever dreamed of an exotic smoking 800 HP Volkswagen Golf? NN happens every day on the streets.
Personal touch - you drag car browse dozens of custom, cool decals, arrange them the way you like and make your own paint color and finish every bit. Add your vehicle to install a whole new look to the aftermarket bumpers, skirts and spoilers, rims of aftermarket!

There CAR geeks - we have the most realistic physics engine in racing style, which means that everything works the way it does in real life. Tune your gears with detailed specs, Dyno Graphs, charts and innovative gearing race statistics will help you to use the knowledge of the race.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Updated
January 27, 2016

Installs
10,000,000 - 50,000,000

Requires Android
4.0.3 and up

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Wednesday, May 13, 2015

FAA to allow passenger use of iPhones iPads other electronics during all phases of flight


The rule change will allow passengers to be able to read e-books, play games, and watch videos during all phases of flight, including landing and takeoff, with very limited exceptions. Previously, passengers had to wait until their plane was at a high enough altitude — 10,000 feet — before they could turn on their devices.

The FAA will require that electronic items, books and magazines be held or put in the seat-back pocket during actual takeoff and landing. Cell phones must be kept in airplane mode or have cellular service disabled, and they will not be able to be used for cellular voice calls.

The FAAs decision means that by the end of the year, passengers will be able to use their portable electronic devices in airplane mode during all phases of flight, with a few rare exceptions.

If a carrier offers Wi-Fi service during a flight, that may be accessed. In addition, short-range Bluetooth connections are also allowed.

"We believe todays decision honors both our commitment to safety and consumers increasing desire to use their electronic devices during all phases of their flights," said Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. "These guidelines reflect input from passengers, pilots, manufacturers, and flight attendants, and I look forward to seeing airlines implement these much anticipated guidelines in the near future."

The FAAs advisory board recommended to the agency in September that they loosen regulations on electronic device use during flights. Critics of the previous regulations said the rules are baseless, pointing out that newer aircraft are adequately equipped to deal with interference that may be caused by a portable electronic device.

In response, the FAA put together a PED Aviation Rulemaking Committee, which concluded most commercial airplanes can tolerate radio interference from consumer electronics. It recommended that handheld, lightweight devices such as iPhones and iPads should be allowed for use in airplane mode at all altitudes, once an airline verifies the tolerance of its fleet.


A flights crew can instruct passengers to turn their devices off in rare instances, such as low-visibility. The committee also recommended that heavier electronic devices should be safely stowed under seats or in overhead bins during takeoff and landing.

"I commend the dedication and excellent work of all the experts who spent the past year working together to give us a solid report so we can now move forward with a safety-based decision on when passengers can use PEDs on airplanes," said FAA Administrator Michael Huerta.

The FAA on Thursday also provided passengers with a list of 10 things it says they should know about the expanded use of electronic devices on flights:
  • 1. Make safety your first priority.
  • 2. Changes to PED policies will not happen immediately and will vary by airline. Check with your airline to see if and when you can use your PED.
  • 3. Current PED policies remain in effect until an airline completes a safety assessment, gets FAA approval, and changes its PED policy.
  • 4. Cell phones may not be used for voice communications.
  • 5. Devices must be used in airplane mode or with the cellular connection disabled. You may use the WiFi connection on your device if the plane has an installed WiFi system and the airline allows its use. You can also continue to use short-range Bluetooth accessories, like wireless keyboards.
  • 6. Properly stow heavier devices under seats or in the overhead bins during takeoff and landing. These items could impede evacuation of an aircraft or may injure you or someone else in the event of turbulence or an accident. 
  • 7. During the safety briefing, put down electronic devices, books and newspapers and listen to the crewmembers instructions.
  • 8. It only takes a few minutes to secure items according to the crews instructions during takeoff and landing.
  • 9. In some instances of low visibility - about one percent of flights - some landing systems may not be proved PED tolerant, so you may be asked to turn off your device.
  • 10. Always follow crew instructions and immediately turn off your device if asked.


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