Monday 22 February 2016

Google Play Store Keeps Crashing


The other day I dusted off my old Samsung Tablets to use them as an Alarm Clock for trading the Asian Forex Session and my older Samsung Tab 7 didn't want to update...

Technology is Great... When It Works!

There is nothing more painful than not being able to install or even update existing apps.  Every time I went to update "Market" (yep that's right, I bought it before Google Play Store was launched...) I get an error and have to do a force stop.

Then I started thinking ok, obviously I can't be the only one that has this issue and started searching and found some answers at Android Central, but despite there being some great tips, I was still stuck with the problem.

Then I got thinking, you know there has to be an apk for that!

So I googled, and sure enough found an Android Application Package (apk) for Google Play Store at apkmirror, an executable file that can be run to install apps, and installed it.

Now I'm back in business and can run Tune In Radio to stream my favorite music station, Toronto's 102.1 The Edge and not only that, but I can set it as an alarm to wake to and get up in time to catch the Asian Session.

PS:  If you are still unsuccessful getting your apps to work, then try searching for a Legacy APK.  For example google "Legacy APK Metatrader" or "Legacy APK Instagram" etc and search for an apk dated around the time your device was discontinued or matching your Android Version (found in Settings >> About Device)  and download and install.  It's a little time consuming but lets you at least use the apps!  

Another option is to try and getting someone to upgrade your device to a newer Android Version.

Wednesday 17 February 2016

Nutella

Is Nutella Healthy?

Growing up I didn't get to eat a lot of Nutella.  ...and I'm glad!  Here is why:

 
What most people don't realize is that it's about 80% crap and a very small amount is made up of hazelnuts.  To put it in perspective, if you spread Nutella on a slice of toast, you are consuming one hazelnut, a pinch of cacao, and the rest is sugar, palm oil, and skimmed milk powder.  Hardly the breakfast of champions.
 
If you're like me though, you love the taste.  Well the good news is you can make Nutella yourself, a healthy version that you can eat guilt free every day!!
 
 

Home Made Nutella Recipe

 
Ingredients
  • Hazelnuts
  • Maple Syrup
  • 100% Cacao
  • Almond Milk (optional)
 
The key is roasting the Hazelnuts first.   Just spread them out on a backing pan and put them into your oven at 190C (370F) until you can smell that awesome toasted hazelnut smell and they turn darker in color. About 10 to 15 minutes.
 
Let them cool down and then put them in your blender or food processor.  A small blender will do.  They are actually easy to grind.    Blend them for a bit then add 2-3 tablespoons of 100% Cacao.  Blend again.   Then add a tablespoon or so of maple syrup.    Blend again and taste.   Add cacao and maple syrup as you see fit.  You'll be surprised how little maple syrup you need to make it sweet and tasty. 
 
Optionally you can add water or almond milk to make it creamier and blend again. 
 
That's it!  How healthy is that!!?   If you are able to restrain from eating it all then you should keep it in the fridge and eat it within a week.
 
What does this have to do with trading?  Easy, keep your body & mind healthy and reward yourself with a treat once in a while.