Update - Google to block apps from accessing entire app list on phones

 In an update, Google said that app developers will have to provide a solid reason for why the tech giant should let them access other apps on users' smartphones,

Google has now updated its Developer Programme Policy, restricting which apps are allowed to use the permission.

"Apps that have a core purpose to launch, search, or interoperate with other apps on the device may obtain scope-appropriate visibility to other installed apps on the device," Google said.

There's an exception for financial apps like banking apps and P2P wallets, which the page says "may obtain broad visibility into installed apps solely for security-based purposes."

Source - The Economic Times

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Top 3 free music apps for iOS

Apple iOS platform has matured quite a lot in the past five years and several music-centric apps are now available at the App Store. At times it is almost difficult to choose between several apps offering similar functionality. However, we tried our best and listed five free apps that you must try on your iPhone or iPad.

1) Ocarina 2

Ocarina 2

Blow into your phone, play the notes, feel the magic as Ocarina 2 responds to your breath, touch and movement. Turn your phone into an ancient flute-like instrument with Ocarina 2, and play the songs you love. Ocarina 2 brings all the magic from the classic Ocarina - one of Apple's All-Time Top 20 Apps - and more!

The sequel to the original, Ocarina 2 now includes a completely new song mode. Easily play and learn your favorite songs as scores light up to guide your fingers. You control the notes, speed and tempo, allowing your expressivity to shine.

This app will work with iPhone 4 or higher, iPod Touch fourth generation and iPad 2 or higher devices running at least iOS 5.0. Download the Ocarina 2 app for free from the Apple App Store.





2) DJ Studio (iPad)

DJ Studio (iPad)

Got 2 minutes to make some music? DJ Studio is built to help you find – and release - your Inner DJ.

The idea is simple: We built a powerful DJ App which requires no skill to use and we packed it full of great Loops & Samples from top Artists & DJs. Then we folded in some advanced features and premium content options which you can unlock at your own pace.

The result: you’re officially a DJ!

DJ Studio for iPad brings DJ-ing to a different level, for beginners and professionals alike.

Download :
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dj-studio/id530513023?mt=8

 
 Features:

• Browse built-in library of Loop & Samples and drop onto your 4x4 Deck
• Tap Pads to play – auto-sync means you’re always on the Beat
• Manipulate Level, Mute and FX Send for each Pad
• Mixer provides Level/Mute, Insert FX & Outboard FX Send on 4 independent channels
• Delay FX Unit provided with autoset parameters to match Tempo
• Save your Sets and Record your Live Performances
• Absolutely no experience required
• It’s FREE!


3) Mashbox (iPad)

Mashbox (iPad)

Beatport, the world’s largest music store for DJs, presents Mashbox, the ultimate mobile mashup machine.

Play with music™ and put your own spin on original hits from some of the world's biggest artists. From basslines to vocals, you're in control. Mashbox's professionally cut loops make it easy with auto-adjusted beats for seamless overlays without distortion.

Mashbox comes loaded with free music from Tone-Loc, EDX, and Tiësto vs. Diplo featuring Busta Rhymes. More songs are available in the Mashbox music store from artists including Moby, Fedde Le Grand, Armand Van Helden, Butch, and Booka Shade with additional music being added weekly.

With songs from a variety of artists continuously being added to the music store, Mashbox unlocks endless opportunities for you to play with music.

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BIGFlix launches its Windows Phone Application

The biggest movie-on-demand company, BIGFlix has a lot of films over the web and it also allows you to watch them online. Today they announced application for the Windows Mobile cellphone platform. With this launch of the BIGFlix app reaching the Windows Mobile cellphone Marketplace, it is the first and only Native Indian video-on-demand app available on Windows Mobile cellphone, featuring complete films across all major Native Indian languages Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and others in DVD like quality.

BIGFlix Windows Phone Application

All Windows Phone 7.5 Smart phone customers can obtain the BIGFlix applicatipon free from the Industry and observe lots of films at the convenience of their Smart phone. To look at complete films customers can register for it. Same logins would also work on PCs and notebooks, Pills and other Smartphone’s. This application performs easily and plenty the theatrical trailer and also the films quite well.

Those users who have Windows Mobile cellphone 7.5 OS running Smart phone and wish to enjoy watching movies on it then head over to the Windows Mobile cellphone Marketplace for installing the application.

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