Sunday, July 5, 2015

Downloading YouTube Videos to Android phone or Android tablet

If one of the things for which you enjoy using your Android phone or Android tablet is to watch YouTube, the need to be in range of a Wi-Fi hotspot can be a pain. And if you are using a mobile data connection, watching those old favourites time and again can quickly put you over your allowance. The solution is to download YouTube videos to your Android device for offline viewing. Here's how.



If one of the things for which you enjoy using your Android phone or Android tablet is to watch YouTube, the need to be in range of a Wi-Fi hotspot can be a pain. And if you are using a mobile data connection, watching those old favourites time and again can quickly put you over your allowance. The solution is to download YouTube videos to your Android device for offline viewing. We'll also show you how to download YouTube to an iPad or iPhone, and how to download YouTube to a PC or laptop.

We originally wrote this article a couple of years ago, and some readers are now complaining that the TubeMate app we detail here is no longer working for them. We checked it out on our Samsung Galaxy S6 and found that a new version of the app is available, which works just fine, so it may be that you simply need to download the new version (note that because this app is sideloaded you won't get app update notifications for it from Google Play).

Note that in publishing this tutorial we do not advocate the downloading of copyrighted videos, and in our examples are using only the videos on our own PC Advisor YouTube channel.

Also note that because our Samsung Galaxy S6 runs the TouchWiz UI, some of our screenshots will look a little different to your own experience, although the steps are the same on any Android phone or tablet.

Download YouTube to an Android phone or Android tablet

Step 1. Several free apps are available that let you download YouTube videos to your Android phone or Android tablet. We like TubeMate, but unsurprisingly you won't find it at Google Play. Head to tubemate.net on your phone or tablet's browser and click to download version 2.2.5 from one of the list of verified sites. We chose the first option: Android Freeware. The link will take you directly to the download page; click on the large Install app button, then click OK when your device warns you that the file you are downloading can harm your device. (It won't harm your device, but you will get this notification any time you download an app installer file outside of Google Play.) See Android Advisor.

Step 2. By default, Android won't let you install software from sources other than Google Play. Tap Settings, Security (on our S6 it's in Lock screen and security), then enable the option to allow installation from Unknown sources. Tap Ok to the warning. Remember to reverse this setting following the installation of TubeMate.

Step 3. Now you're ready to install TubeMate. You should be able to access the downloaded .apk file from your drop-down notification bar; if you've already cleared the notification then you'll need to use a File Manager if you don't have a direct link to your Downloads folder. For peace of mind you might want to use a security app such as Lookout to scan the file before you install it, otherwise you can simply tap on the notification to begin the installation.

Step 4. TubeMate will prompt you to agree to certain permissions (tap Next on the first screen, then Install). When the installation is complete tap Open. The latest version of TubeMate lets you make use of a Fast Download Mode that uses both Wi-Fi and a 3G/4G mobile connection to download your video faster. It's up to you whether or not you enable this option (although if you have a limited data allowance it may be best not to); you can always change your mind later in TubeMate's Preferences menu.

Step 5. When TubeMate first launches you'll find a selection of videos on the home screen, and can use the Search option to browse more YouTube videos. From the Settings menu (three dots icon) you can also access a playlist option.

Step 6. Find a video you want to download and select it. At the top of the screen you'll see a green arrow - tap this. TubeMate will offer you a range of download-quality options, and which you will choose will depend on the speed of your device, your internet connection, and how much storage you have. There is also a Download as MP3 option if you want only the audio and not the video (for music videos, for example). Select the option you want and press the Download button at the bottom of the screen.

Step 7. Once your YouTube video has downloaded you'll see a notification in the drop-down bar at the top of the screen. If you tap on this the TubeMate app will open. You can swipe in from the right side of the screen to access your downloaded videos, or you can use the three dots icon at the top right and select Download List. Then you simply need to tap on the video to begin playing it.

Step 8. Should you need the video file itself, perhaps for loading on to another device, you'll find videos are automatically saved to your device and visible within the Gallery or a file manager app (look in the Video folder). If you want to move the file elsewhere, tap the three dots icon next to the video in the Playlist and choose Move to. Select a save location and press Ok.

Credits: pcadvisor.co.uk

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Federal Grant Money: How It Can Help You Provide Your Needs

The federal government provides certain grants to everyone. Well, you actually have your own share. So, if you are not getting anything, someone else might be taking advantage of the federal grant money that is supposed to be for you and your needs. I am perfectly sure that you don’t want this to happen, right? Read on and learn how you can get yours today.

Nowadays, federal grant money plays a very vital role in the society; it has become an important part of one’s success in business as well as his personal ventures and activities. The following are some benefits that you’d surely enjoy when you get your own share of financial aid from the federal government:

• This may help you put up your own business and make it more financially stable and secured. Giving you such financial support to keep your business going and helping you manage it with more finances and better opportunities, certain federal grant money allows you to expand your endeavors and avenues towards a more successful and financially established life.

• Through this federal financial aid, you can actually build or renovate your own house according to your means and preferences. Living a life that you’ve always dreamed of can definitely make you feel happier and more comfortable – setting up a good place where you can relax and have fun.

• With these federal funds, you can clear your debts and forget about your worries about finances. Federal government grants are considered as an immediate solution in today's period of global recession. Since no one is ready or prepared to give you a hand, you need to think of some immediate ways to help you out. One great way is to qualify for such federal grant money that can clear your debts and relieve you from liabilities.

• Most importantly, federal grant money can be used to fund someone’s education and pursue academic excellence. Such financial assistance is guaranteed by the government and fairly stable in terms of their disbursement amounts and availability. It primarily goes to students with high financial needs and good class standings/GPA. It can really be a great help since motivated and deserving students can earn a degree and look forward to a better life.

It is true that federal grant money offers a handful of benefits to many citizens. Yet, these qualified individuals, the grantees, shall bear in mind that they must utilize such funds responsibly, wisely and productively. Check yours today and make your vision a reality. All the best!

♥♥♥ Myraine ♥♥♥

Monday, March 8, 2010

How to Buy Gymboree Infants Sleepwear Online


Gymboree Infants Sleepwear – A Good Sleep is Important

Are you a parent? I believe we, parents only want the best for our kids. We see to it that everything seems to be perfect – from their necessities to their desires and cravings. One of the things that we make sure at all times is that they feel comfortable, relaxed and secured every time they sleep.

Through Gymboree infants sleepwear, we can help our children get the right amount of good sleep that they need for proper body nourishment and brain development. Most researches state that a good eight to nine hours a night is sufficient for most toddlers and school-aged children.

More so, studies show that getting enough sleep especially among children is very important. Our infants and toddlers need good, sound sleep to ensure proper body and mind development. Experts believe that sleep is the powerful source that keeps their mind alert and calm. Every night and at every nap, a good sleep recharges their brain's battery – increasing their attention span and allowing them to be physically relaxed and mentally alert at the same time.

On the other hand, sleep deprivation among kids is likely to trigger behavioral problems and disorders including symptoms similar to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD and is characterized by a very short attention span, impulsiveness and hyperactivity. Also, poor sleeping habits can influence their diet, moods, cognitive skills, and ability to carry out daily activities.

As responsible and caring parents, we definitely don’t want these things happen to our kids. So, let us all take our children’s sleeping experience to the next level through Gymboree infants sleepwear. Buy one now and see how happy our kids can be – making us fulfilled parents. Happy parenting!
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Make Your Kids Sleep More Comfortable with Gymboree Infants Sleepwear

I believe parents like me only want the best for our kids – assuring that everything seems to be perfect and well-provided. Among those things that we put on top, we make sure that they feel comfortable, relaxed and secured every time they sleep. That’s why we invest in quality sleepwear that can provide them better sleep at night or during naps.

Among the manufacturing and retailing apparel businesses, Gymboree Corporation has become an international family of specialty retail brands that provide unique, high-quality products over the years. Meeting the needs and satisfaction of its customers, Gymboree has been widely recognized in the United States, Canada as well as in other countries – taking a lead in providing children, from newborn to twelve years old, the most comfortable and the finest Gymboree infants sleepwear.

Through Gymboree infants sleepwear, we can help our children get the right amount of good sleep that they need for proper body nourishment and brain development. Most researches state that a good eight to nine hours a night is sufficient for most toddlers and school-aged children.

We purchase the best and the most comfortable Gymboree infants sleepwear well as the softest and smoothest bedding, sheets and pillows. Well, we invest into these sleeping apparels and bedclothes because aside from security and comfort, their convenience and satisfaction are our primary concern.

With this, we make use of all the available resources to help them meet their growth requirements. Thus, in order to address to their needs of a good and complete sleep, we need to extend extra parental support and guidance in providing them their needs to sleep comfortably and soundly.

♥♥♥ Myraine ♥♥♥

Friday, November 13, 2009

How To Go Online – The Power of Internet

As more and more people are taking a leap into a lot of new crafts and innovations nowadays, most of them want to be globally competitive in their own means. With this, they try to acquire necessary skills, experiences and knowledge to pursue their own ventures and meet excellence and success at the soonest time possible.

As internet marketing soars high and many online businesses become in demand in different industries and areas, people need to be fully-equipped with the right attitude, skills, resources and tools to make their goals and desires happen.

Today, words, texts, images, videos and the likes have been remarked and recognized globally as powerful tools in persuading people, influencing their beliefs and perceptions, helping them decide on various matters and many more. We basically depend on the power of technology as it puts quality, reliability and convenience all in one great package. Well, there is simply nothing wrong about it as long as we use it accordingly, reasonably and purposively.

Advantages of Internet
We certainly appreciate innovations as these provide us many benefits and advantages. In the advent of the Internet, we make use of it for many different reasons – communication, education, research, business, marketing, advertising, shopping, entertainment, social networking and many more.

Internet has been perhaps the most outstanding innovation in the field of communication in the history of mankind. As with every single innovation, internet has its own advantages and disadvantages. But usually, greater magnitude of advantages outweighs its disadvantages.

As getting online has become a famous trend all over the world, we need not to be left behind. Buying or selling products and even services is made possible with just a very few clicks. As more and more people are getting very convinced and less skeptical on the effectiveness and reliability of online communications, transactions and marketing, experienced online sellers, website owners and web enthusiasts have to be trustworthy, credible, unbiased and sincere enough to their words.

Reliable and virtual communication around the globe is now at our fingertips; so, let us make use of this technology to experience maximum convenience and satisfaction in many great ways possible. Let’s take our online experience to the next level today and see how this can benefit us at all times – making this world a better place to live in. Enjoy each click and have fun!