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14 Jun 2016

5 Clever Android Features You May Not Have Tried Yet

By SURE Universal

Check out these 5 clever Android features you may not have tried yet.

Do you have an Android smartphone?

If you’re not an Android user and you’ve either been thinking about becoming one, or making the switch from iOS, you’re not alone. Up to 45% of iPhone users think that the Android platform is more advanced than their iPhone.

With a wide selection of different apps and a different mobile experience that’s far more customizable, Android comes out on top in many areas.

Nowadays your smartphone acts as your laptop, watch, camera and stereo, all in one. But here at Tekoia we found five additional things many Android phones can do that you may not realize – or that you may not have even considered!

Let’s check them out.

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17 May 2016

Planning a Road Trip? Don’t Forget These 8 Tech Essentials

By SURE Universal

Summer is Fast Approaching. Have You Started Planning a Road Trip?

For many of us, getting away for a week or two with the family is something we look forward to year after year.

Whether it’s a trip to a National park, the coast, or a big metropolitan city, if you’re hitting the road, you must come tech-prepared.

Because even though you will be out enjoying nature, that doesn’t mean you have to give up the luxury of technology. Having your smartphone or iPad close by provides entertainment, safety and travel information that’s crucial when taking road trips.

Let’s look at eight tech essentials you should consider to make a smoother, more comfortable and enjoyable summer road trip.

1. Chargers

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What’s usually the one thing people forget when they pack?

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03 May 2016

7 Fun Activities For Kids During The Summer Vacation

By SURE Universal

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained during the summer? We found seven awesome summer activities you can try out with them!

For kids, it’s the most wonderful time of the year – summer. But, for parents, it might mean changing your schedule, booking camps, finding babysitters or racking your brain for activities to keep your kids busy for the day.

We here at Tekoia love innovation, technology and fun. That’s why we came up with seven awesome summer activities you can try out with your kids. It will keep them busy, happy and nag-free for a good hour or more.

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05 Apr 2016

Five Best Movie Trilogies and Series to Binge Watch

By SURE Universal

We Found the Best Movie Trilogies to Help You Relax!

Had a tough week at work?

Is the boss breathing down your neck and you can’t seem to escape all the gossip happening in your department?

When this happens, I’m sure all you’re thinking is, when is it time to go home?

And sometimes all you want to do is get in your comfy chair, grab your SURE Universal remote and start binge watching.

You deserve it, right?

Working long hours and having little time to yourself, you decide to take the weekend and have fun watching some oldie but good movies.

But, these aren’t just any movies. These are trilogies or movie series. Packed with action, fighting, drama and suspense, these top binge watching movies will help you forget about the hectic week you just had.

Grab your popcorn and favorite drink, and let’s get ready to watch some of the best movie trilogies.

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22 Mar 2016

Past and Latest Lighting Technologies

By SURE Universal

When you think about lightings technologies – well actually – maybe you don’t really think about lighting at all. It’s something that many, if not most, people take for granted. Need some light? Turn on the switch. Light bulb burned out? Replace it. Too sunny? Lower the shade.

Even the cavemen probably didn’t think about lighting all that much. When they needed light, it was either the sun, or a fire.

But looking back through history and examining the types of lighting used in each era is fascinating.

From the earliest oil lamps – which were invented before candles if you can believe it – to using the SURE Universal remote to control the latest smart lighting, let’s take a look at how lighting has evolved over the years.

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15 Mar 2016

Best Android Apps You’re Probably Not Using

By SURE Universal

Trying to figure out what the best Android apps are for your phone?

Now it goes without saying popular apps like Netflix, Facebook and Instagram are often among the first apps installed on a new phone, but we wanted to give you a list of some popular utility-type apps that you’ll definitely want to try out.

You could be looking for a podcast listening app, a universal remote, a weather app or even a photo editor. But, with so many to choose from in the Google Play store, you may find it daunting to riffle through countless apps that all appear to do the same thing.

How do you know which one is the best? You want to be assured you have the easiest-to-use and most feature-filled app there is, right?

If you’re looking to load up a new Android phone, or just needing a change or wanting to try something new, check out these six must have apps for 2016.

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08 Mar 2016

Which Media Streamer Should You Buy?

By SURE Universal

Looking to Purchase a Media Streamer? Not Sure Which One?

Your friends are doing it, your neighbor is doing it, and even your grandparents who can’t program their VCR are doing it.

What’s everyone doing? Streaming their media, of course.

Maybe you’re not quite ready to upgrade to a Smart TV, but with the latest release of Fuller House on Netflix, you can’t wait any longer. You’ve got to hop on the streaming bandwagon, but what media streamer should you choose?

From the Apple TV to the Roku, Chromecast or Amazon’s Fire TV, we’ve got you covered.

Let’s take a look at some popular media streamers that will let you get into the binge-watching game.

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02 Feb 2016

Are Your Smart Home Apps and Devices Cool Or Frustrating?

By SURE Universal

3 Ways Smart Home Apps Lag Behind Their Hardware

You’re excited because you just got home and want to try out the new smart home device you just bought. This might be a smart lock or smart LED lights or even a smart plug.

With new smart home trends on the rise, you’ve made the decision to purchase these devices as a way to be more environmentally conscious and to be a leader in the IoT space.

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19 Jan 2016

How to Build Your Own Home Theater System

By SURE Universal

Are you interested in building your own home cinema system? Maybe you want that movie-like feeling when you’re sitting at home with a bowl of popcorn. Or, you just want a better experience when you watch your favorite sports or action movies.

With all the latest HDTVs, 4K TVs and the best speakers around, now is a great time to get in the DIY mindset and make room for a custom home theater.

But, with all the options available how do you know what to buy? In this post we will discuss what electronics you need and the options you have when you are ready to build your home theater system.

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13 Jan 2016

Top 4 Apps to Help Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

By SURE Universal

Another year has passed and guess what? It’s time to set some New Year’s goals and resolutions again.

If you’re like most people, this time of the year means looking for ways to get healthier, stay saner and make life easier.

And with smartphones overtaking our lives lately, using technology to help us with our resolutions is a great way to ensure we conquer them.

But, be careful; 80% of people won’t keep their New Year’s Resolutions.

Do you want to know why?

Because they set their goals too high. So, when making your goals for the year, strive for greatness, but do it within reason.

To help you out we’ve rounded up the best four apps to help you achieve the goals you set on the first of January.

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