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How to Prepare Media Files for Various Devices

How to Prepare Media Files for Various Devices

Nowadays we have thousands of different gadgets to watch videos on: mobile phones, tablets, gaming consoles, PCs and laptops, MP3 players and TV sets. At the same time, video files come in numerous formats such as AVI, MKV, MP4, MPEG, 3GP, FLV, and others. The majority of modern devices support a universal MP4 format. But what if you have an old device? The answer is simple: you’ll need special software called video converter to transform the videos to a format supported by your device. Besides that, a right program will let you convert a video with the settings that exactly match your gadget and thus will improve your overall video watching experience. You may find a lot of video converters in Google search. However, keep in mind that the software should be reliable and trustworthy. Thus we recommend Freemake Video Converter. The tool can be downloaded here: http://www.freemake.com/free_video_converter/

The software was developed in 2010 and since then has been installed by millions of users. Freemake Video Converter was nominated as Best Video Converter by such popular tech resources as PC Advisor, Chip, PC World, and others.

What makes Freemake stand out from the crowd is its beautiful and user-friendly interface and multiple options for video converting and editing. Let’s learn how to prepare your media files for playing on different devices with this software.

The first thing to do is to download the program following the link above and install it on your PC or laptop. The software can run on Windows Vista, Win 7, 8, and Windows 10. Win XP is no longer supported.

Be attentive during the installation. The software might ask you if you want to integrate all media files with Freemake. If you are OK with it, continue the installation process. If you want to keep your default player, deselect this option.

When the installation process is completed, run Freemake Video Converter. You’ll see a bright interface with big colorful buttons. At the top of the software there are “+Video”, “+Audio”, “+DVD”, and “Paste URL” options. They serve to add media files into the program. According to the information on the official website, the software supports over 500 audio and video formats for input. Please note that your files must not be protected. Freemake doesn’t support such type of files since it can’t remove the protection.

How to Prepare Media Files for Various Devices

Output format choices are not so numerous but contain all major formats you might need AVI, MP4, MKV, MPEG, etc. Click the arrow sing in the bottom right and left corners to check for more output options. If you move a cursor to a format, you’ll find a start star that lets you add a particular format in Favorites and always have on the main screen of Freemake Video Converter. Among the regular format buttons, you will also see such option as to Apple, to Android, to Sony, to Nokia, and others. Each of these options contains some ready presets for most popular gadget models.

Convert videos to your device

To convert your videos, simply drag-n-drop them into the software or use the +Video button. In case you just need to convert videos to your device, choose your device manufacturer (Sony, Apple, Blackberry, etc.), then click on the drop-down menu and select your device model. After then click the Convert button to launch the conversion process. By default, your converted videos will be saved to My videos folder. However, you can always change the destination path before starting the conversion. You can find this option right above the Convert blue button.

If you didn’t find your device model among the ready presets, choose the Add custom preset option. You’ll see a new window where you can select such settings as framerate, bitrate, video and audio codecs, frame size, and some others. Check what exact settings are supported by your gadget before changing anything. When you are done, add a title to your new preset and save it for future use.

How to Prepare Media Files for Various Devices

For TV sets the procedure is pretty much the same. The only difference is that first of all you should select a video extension supported by your TV.

Convert DVDs to your device

Freemake Video Converter allows you to rip non-protected DVDs and watch them on mobile phones, tablets or modern TVs. To add a DVD, you can either use a corresponding +DVD button or drag-n-drop the VIDEO_TS folder into Freemake. Please note that if your DVD has several audio and subtitles tracks, you should pick the one you need. Freemake doesn’t support adding several audio or subtitles files to one video.

To do it, pay attention to the video line when the video is in the software. You’ll see audio parameters such as MP3, AAC or WMA and some symbols. Click these settings to see the drop-down menu and select an audio track. To preview your choice, click the button with scissors to the right of the video to run Freemake editor.

The rest of the process is the same as for a regular video. Choose your device model and rip your DVD.

Convert YouTube to your device

There are thousands of amazing video on YouTube. No double sooner or later you might like to save your favorite ones for offline watching. Freemake Video Converter will help you here. To download YouTube video with Freemake, go to YouTube website and copy a link to the video that you want to save. Please keep in mind that the software doesn't download paid YouTube movies even if you have purchased them.

Return to Freemake and click the Paste URL button to add YouTube link. Then follow the steps that you have already learned.

Edit videos for your device

Freemake Video Converter comes with a built-in video editor. There are not many features, but you can remove unnecessary videos parts such as ads or adult scenes, rotate videos, and join them into one complete film.

To make changes to your video, run Freemake editor as described earlier. To cut a video, use a left scissors button to mark the beginning of the part you need to remove, then a right scissors button to set the end of this part. Clicking on a central scissors button will remove the part. Then click the OK button and convert your video to apply changes.

To rotate a video, use a round arrow button. As for the join feature, add several videos you want to merge and enable and pay attention to the top right corner of Freemake Video Converter. You’ll see a toggle that you need to move to the right to enable join feature. After that, choose a video format and start the conversion process.

How to Prepare Media Files for Various Devices

Besides theses simple changes, you can also add subtitles to your movie in case it's in a foreign language. The tool accepts subtitles in SRT, ASS, and SSA formats. Keep in mind that subtitles colors and fonts are not supported. If you don’t have a subtitles file on your PC, you can search for it online. There are many websites that provide movie subtitles.

All in all, Freemake Video Converter is a great utility for those who prefer to watch high-quality videos adapted for a particular device model. With this software, you get a simple video editor and powerful conversion tool for online and offline videos.

Here are the Full Moto X4 and Z2 Force Oreo Update Release Notes

Here are the Full Moto X4 and Z2 Force Oreo Update Release Notes
Motorola's Moto X4 and Moto Z2 Force are two of their best phones of 2017. Recently Motorola started pushing Android 8.0 Oreo update to both of them. The update has already started rolling out in India, Brazil, US, and other countries. The update is a big one, though, and we have the full changelog for you below.

Because this is Oreo and also Motorola's lightly touched version of Android, it appears that we’re getting the full Android 8.0 experience here. From Picture-in-Picture Mode, to Notificiation Dots from Google Pixel, there is a lot to take in. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

What's new in Android 8.x (Oreo)? - Moto X4 & Moto Z2 Force


Android 8 brings new simplicity and style featuring:

Better Organized Settings: Find what you need easier in better categorized menus. You can still use the magnifying glass to search at the top.

Better Controls in Quick Settings: Touch the text below the icon to open common settings. Touch and hold the icon to open all the settings for that feature.

Picture-in-Picture Mode:

Android 8 introduces picture-in-picture mode. This allows users to watch a video or navigate in a smaller screen while also browsing Facebook, checking Snaps, or reading emails. The possibilities are endless!

To use picture-in-picture
  1. When you’re playing a video or navigating with Maps, touch the home button. The video (or navigation) shrinks.
  2. You can drag the video (or navigation) anywhere on the screen.
  3. To return it to full size, touch it twice.
  4. To close it, drag it to the bottom of the screen. Or, touch it, then touch X .
To see which installed apps support Picture-in-picture
  1. Go to Settings > Apps & notifications > Advanced
  2. Touch Special app access > Picture-in-picture.
  3. Touch an app to change its permissions.

Notification Dots: A small, blue dot over an app icon indicates you have an unread notification for that app. Touch and hold the app to preview the notification.

Snooze Notifications: Swipe right slowly, and touch the clock , then select a duration to snooze notifications.

Android 8 offers improved storage management options:

Manage Phone Storage

Free up space by scanning for unused and old items like downloads and apps
  1. Go to settings > storage
  2. Touch FREE UP SPACE
  3. Uncheck any items you don't want to delete.
  4. Touch Free up XXX
  5. Touch Remove

Schedule Automatic Removal of photos and videos:


If you automatically back up your photos and videos turn on storage manager to remove copies from your phone's internal storage every 30, 60, or 90 days.
  1. Touch settings > storage
  2. Touch Storage Manager
  3. Toggle it ON, touch OK
  4. Touch "Remove Photos and videos over xx days old" to select an interval.

Note: If you store photos or videos on your SD card, this does not delete them.

Android 8 offers increased security measures

  • Play Store protection: Google Play Protect scans your apps to keep them secure and free of malware and viruses.
  • Installing apps from sources other than Play Store: The Unknown sources setting has been removed from Security settings. Now each time you choose to install an app from an unknown source, you are required to grant the “Install unknown apps” permission. You can easily see which apps you granted this permission and can revoke it at any time.
Via: Motorola | 2

Moto G4 Plus Picks Up December Security Patch in the US

Moto G4 Plus Picks Up December Security Patch in the US
Moto G4 Plus has picked up a new software update that introduces the December 2017 security patch.

If you own a Moto G4 Plus in the US you should have received the over-the-air update notification for December 1st, 2017 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software version (NPJS25.93-14.7-3).

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.


Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus - Maintenance Release Notes [December 1st, 2017]

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto g4 and moto g4 plus by Motorola. This update brings important security improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotog.

NOTE: You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:
  • Android Security : Includes the updates of Android security patches through December 1st 2017.

Download: Samsung Galaxy S9 Wallpaper

Download: Samsung Galaxy S9 Wallpaper
If you need to get your hands on the Samsung Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S9 Plus wallpaper, you can grab them straight from the link below. There's only one exclusive wallpaper created by Graphic Designer AR7 from Evan Blass's Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ Renders.

Downloadable in WQHD+ 1440x2960, FHD+ 1080x2220, iPhone X 1125x2436, 1080x1920, the wallpaper will look great on your Smartphones. To get it on your phone, you can simply save the image from below, or follow the link to a direct download (End of Article).

Samsung plans to unveil the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus during Galaxy Unpacked event which is scheduled for 12 p.m. EST on February 25, a day before Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.

Samsung says that the Galaxy S9 will reimagine the camera and [redefine] the way you share your moments.

Wallpapers: 1080x1920 , FHD+ 1080x2220, iPhone X 1125x2436, WQHD+ 1440x2960 (Left to Right). Open the below image link in a new tab and download it from there.

Moto G6 Play In All Its Glory

Motorola and Lenovo are expected to reveal the Moto G6 family at the Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, Spain.

Rumors are making rounds over the internet regarding the upcoming budget phone from the company, but until now we haven't seen a clear look at the phones. But, that's going to change today, thanks to Compareraja and OnLeaks for posting the clear renders of the Moto G6 Play.

The leak further says that the Moto G6 Play will be 5.7" 155.4×72.2×8.94mm (9.35mm including rear camera bump). 

In terms of specifications, the Moto G6 will feature a Snapdragon 450 CPU, while the Moto G6 Plus will be powered with Snapdragon 630 SoC. The G6 and G6 Plus features a 5.7" and 5.93" FHD+ Display, while the G6 Play gets a HD Display with an Unknown Screen Size. The Moto G6's battery weighs in at 3000mAh which is a bit disappointing, but you get 3200mAh with the G6 Plus, and 4000mAh with the G6 Play (Seriously?).

Moto G6 will be available in black, a silver tone, and a rose gold color options, while the Moto G6 Plus wll ship in Deep Indigo (black), Nimbus (silver), and Dark Lake (dark teal). The G6 Play will get dark charcoal, gold, and deep blue colors. The Moto G6 Plus and Moto G6 will be available in $330 and $240 later this year.