Every few days it makes you update it and blocks you from using it at all if you don't update it. I find this extremely annoying because sometimes I just have to use it to look up something really quick and I find out it won't even let me use it and I have to go through all the trouble of updating it and installing it again and everything. So this morning I got so annoyed that I just uninstalled it. Are there any other file managers that are good? If anyone can recommend any, I'd appreciate it, thanks.
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Every few days it makes you update it and blocks you from using it at all if you don't update it. I find this extremely annoying because sometimes I just have to use it to look up something really quick and I find out it won't even let me use it and I have to go through all the trouble of updating it and installing it again and everything. So this morning I got so annoyed that I just uninstalled it. Are there any other file managers that are good? If anyone can recommend any, I'd appreciate it, thanks.
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I am using ES File Explorer since Astro got ad-supported - because of them there is no space left for exploring files on screen. I think ES is good enough
Get a froyo rom the allow automatic updating for astro Simples
Ghost Commander is my most-used file manager, File Magic from the author of Tasker looks really nice too, I need to check it out myself.
Astro got deleted a few weeks ago on my N1.
it's true if you have astro installed on your android phone after a time you have to update it but I found one that does not need to be updated
try this one
I use Blackmoon File Browser.
I use Linda Manager (ads at bottom of main screen only) ... Theirs also OI file manager (to the best of my knowledge doesn't have ads) ... But my favorite is AndExplorer its free and very easy to use also no ads
Sure does, I don't know why its so popular.
i love the stock explorer in my Vibrant. Very classy and fast.
EStrongs File Explorer simply ownz Astro. No ads, free, fast, customisable and can do many things (like exploring your PC by WLAN).
I don't know too why Astro is so popular!
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EStrongs File Explorer simply ownz Astro. No ads, free, fast, customisable and can do many things (like exploring your PC by WLAN).
I don't know too why Astro is so popular!
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Well Astro could do all those things too, and it used to be ad-free
Root Explorer is cool too. Just lack the embellish icons.
EStrongs FTW!
No ads ... free ... can do everything, what do you ask more?
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Well Astro could do all those things too, and it used to be ad-free
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just pay the developer for his work if you want it ad-free, dammit.
threads like this are the reason why I don't offer my apps on the market...
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just pay the developer for his work if you want it ad-free, dammit.
threads like this are the reason why I don't offer my apps on the market...
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DONT GET ANGRY MY FRIEND lots of people make apps .. even i do it .. its not a rocket science but everybody loves some free apps .. and for apps like Astro no one would like to pay when there are others available for free..anyhow its people's choice if they wanna pay they ..
NOTE:::: WHY IS ASTRO BEING GIVEN SO MUCH IMPORTANCE.. I AM USING "ANDROZIP" WHICH NO ONE TALKED ABOUT HERE AND ITS NICE with LOTS OF FUNCTIONALITIES, EASY TO USE AND AD-FREE.
+1 ES file explorer. Luv the easy bluetooth file xfer and LAN browser.
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True that why complain about a dev going for $$ for his hardwork ? he owns the app ...
I know myself dont like Astro at all , ES is the best free app no doubt and Rootexplorer simply does it all .
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Astro Pro is finally available in the market for $3.99. I really like this file manager but why is it so much larger than other file managers, 2.2M compared to .2M to .5M for most others? I also think they are asking too much, I think $1.99 is more reasonable. For now I am going to stick to one of the smaller, free managers.
Listed as $2.99 at the moment, introductory offer.
It's a great app, I bought it.
what's so special about astro compared to estrong file explorer?
Thumbnail view (image preview) is one of the major ones I haven't found in other managers..
It's got a lot of added stuff like app manager, task killer function etc.
Really quick file moving, and according too the dev, it's supposed to handle interruptions a lot better than the rest. (say you're moving files and get a phonecall..)
The ad version is pretty bad though, too little screen space left for file-viewing.
It was my favorite until last update, now I'd rather pay for root explorer..
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I've used both, they both seem to have the same functionality, but I actually prefer estrong's look.
I bought it also
Plus remember you don't need to buy it as it just removes the ads added in the last update and helps support the developer.
In my experience I prefer astro simply because you can install an apk from within a zip file without having to unzip it. I tried many others but none seemed to be able to do this..
I love warez
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In my experience I prefer astro simply because you can install an apk from within a zip file without having to unzip it. I tried many others but none seemed to be able to do this..
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I totally agree! Buying today! Been using it from day one...G1 launch!
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I love warez
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Real nice, talk about ripping off developers on a developer forum.
I bought it, love the smb share and being able to install from zips
I've been doings lots of research and I wanted to know what some of the best apps are.
I'm already looking at
Advanced Task Killer or something simular
dolphin HD or opera mini
GBA Emulator for Pokemon and Advance Wars
Sad to see the Swype beta is closed again I really wanted that on this phone too (Coming from Touch Pro 2)
Any advice on must haves or other nice apps? I did search that's how I came to the decision on the above.
Here's some of my favorites
Battery Indicator (puts a battery symbol with a percentage number on the system bar)
RockPlayer(plays everything, even mkvs)
ShootMe(for quick screen shots of your phone. useful for debugging and showing off)
Speed Test(tests your internet connection speed)
ROM Manager(A MUST if you're going to do any custom ROM flashing)
AppBrain(Alternative to the app store)
Tapatalk(so you can browse XDA on the go)
Titanium Backup(if you're rooted. excellent backup)
Shazam(identify music)
ES File Explorer(exactly what the name says)
Google Goggles(just a fun app. take pictures of whatever and it googles for that item)
Pandora(streaming internet radio)
p.s. the swype apk is still available on these forums
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=687056
good luck! and welcome to the family!!
SilverStone641 said:
Here's some of my favorites
Battery Indicator (puts a battery symbol with a percentage number on the system bar)
RockPlayer(plays everything, even mkvs)
ShootMe(for quick screen shots of your phone. useful for debugging and showing off)
Speed Test(tests your internet connection speed)
ROM Manager(A MUST if you're going to do any custom ROM flashing)
AppBrain(Alternative to the app store)
Tapatalk(so you can browse XDA on the go)
Titanium Backup(if you're rooted. excellent backup)
Shazam(identify music)
ES File Explorer(exactly what the name says)
Google Goggles(just a fun app. take pictures of whatever and it googles for that item)
Pandora(streaming internet radio)
p.s. the swype apk is still available on these forums
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=687056
good luck! and welcome to the family!!
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Thanks a lot for the list, I'll be sure to get most of those, I think Astra(astro?) might be a better file explorer? I hear of it more often. I forgot about pandora and titanium. Really excited that I can still get swype!
I know this matters to you fellas here so i'll say that I do intend on rooting once CM6 is fully released.
jesusispimp said:
Thanks a lot for the list, I'll be sure to get most of those, I think Astra(astro?) might be a better file explorer? I hear of it more often. I forgot about pandora and titanium. Really excited that I can still get swype!
I know this matters to you fellas here so i'll say that I do intend on rooting once CM6 is fully released.
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I will save you some trial and error too get root manager its awesome I only wish i would have had it sooner I finally got it on my droid after 6 months of not knowing now I cant live wthout it welcome too the evo club you will love it
Hey guys, I just got my evo as well after returning the new iphone, love this evo! Just install astro followed by swype and learning more! What I am confused about is "rooting" can someone briefly explain this? Im learning as I go.
Thanks guys!
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STAY AWAY FROM TASK KILLERS OR MANAGERS they do more harm then good ;-)
702DROID said:
STAY AWAY FROM TASK KILLERS OR MANAGERS they do more harm then good ;-)
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I disagree ATK on aggressive with close apps on screen shutoff works wonders for me and I get great battery life.
mongoose8p said:
I disagree ATK on aggressive with close apps on screen shutoff works wonders for me and I get great battery life.
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http://geekfor.me/faq/you-shouldnt-be-using-a-task-killer-with-android/
But hate the unsupported file types. There is a program called download all files. It runs in the background and will allow you to download apk, rar, exe, and many more. I personally love the stock browser but had to keep a spare to download certain file types. I have tested this and it works. So if you can use it try it out. Make sure to show the dev some love if you use it and like it. I personally installed this and uninstalled three.
Programs this replaced for me was savemyattach as this will also let you save attachments for gmail and such. Dolphin and opera webrowsers. Great app.
Tap-a-Talked
I've been using this for a while. Its amazing.
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I know I can't believe I didn't find this sooner. It was so aggravating having to switch back and forth between browsers.
Tap-a-Talked
Ha I bet! I used to use dolphin HD but then decided i liked the stock.browser a lot better.
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Stock is fastest n stabled
Stock browser
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But hate the unsupported file types. There is a program called download all files. It runs in the background and will allow you to download apk, rar, exe, and many more. I personally love the stock browser but had to keep a spare to download certain file types. I have tested this and it works. So if you can use it try it out. Make sure to show the dev some love if you use it and like it. I personally installed this and uninstalled three.
Programs this replaced for me was savemyattach as this will also let you save attachments for gmail and such. Dolphin and opera webrowsers. Great app.
Tap-a-Talked
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Any Idea how to reinstall stock browser? I accidentally deleted it and now voice search tool doesn't work.
ok my AK Fire users I have decided to share the golden apple of knowledge... I havent seen any info on this app whilst browsing the fire threads. But I have been using it now for a couple days and I highly recommend it. Not only can I use it for at home to download/upload files to and from my Fire from my PC, but Ive also found out if that if say your mobile out and about and do lots of customization from Android to Android. I found that turning on the wifi hotspot with my G2x then running this app on the g2x that not only can I 1, get data access via the hotspot but also navigate to my phone via the ip address provided and download/upload files that way too!! And visa verse! Truly wireless and baddass! So if you don't have the wifi file explorer app then get it here! its only .99 cents and its the best money you'll spend for your Fire. And btw only for root users of course.
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ok my AK Fire users I have decided to share the golden apple of knowledge... I havent seen any info on this app whilst browsing the fire threads. But I have been using it now for a couple days and I highly recommend it. Not only can I use it for at home to download/upload files to and from my Fire from my PC, but Ive also found out if that if say your mobile out and about and do lots of customization from Android to Android. I found that turning on the wifi hotspot with my G2x then running this app on the g2x that not only can I 1, get data access via the hotspot but also navigate to my phone via the ip address provided and download/upload files that way too!! And visa verse! Truly wireless and baddass! So if you don't have the wifi file explorer app then get it here! its only .99 cents and its the best money you'll spend for your Fire. And btw only for root users of course.
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Yes, pretty cool, I transferred a rom from my PC in a couple seconds.
I've been using the free version and it seems to do everything I've wanted it for. It does work great.
is this better than the following apps:
1. file expert
2. es file explorer
3. swiftp
there are many kinds of wifi file sharing in the market, what do you think is the best?
i'll try this wifi file explorer
The app doesn't matter..... Its the connection you use that decides the speed...
I use wifi explorer cuz i paid for it a very long time ago. Airdroid is good too https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sand.airdroid doesnt need root.
I set up a webdav ftp on my computer to eliminate need for thirdparty etc. Dropbox is a beauty
I really like AirDroid a lot.
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I really like AirDroid a lot.
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I havent tried it... maybe ill check it out.. the ui looks interesting, but I know I wont like it better than wifi explorer due to root.
androidcues said:
The app doesn't matter..... Its the connection you use that decides the speed...
I use wifi explorer cuz i paid for it a very long time ago. Airdroid is good too https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sand.airdroid doesnt need root.
I set up a webdav ftp on my computer to eliminate need for thirdparty etc. Dropbox is a beauty
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nice.. that works too.. I was really gearing this towards transferring stuff from my g2x to the fire and vice versa... but ftp is always good too! Also I like the wifi explorer pro or not, because you can copy the apps in the /system folder as well as anywhere else that needs root to browse..
trycks said:
is this better than the following apps:
1. file expert
2. es file explorer
3. swiftp
there are many kinds of wifi file sharing in the market, what do you think is the best?
i'll try this wifi file explorer
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I haven't tried file expert or swiftp but yes, I think wifi explorer is better then es file explorer.
Hows it going guys. I'm on these forums as well as many others constantly. I'm constantly trying new stuff (Tools, apps, mods, ROMS, Kernels, etc) and have always wondered what other people from the community used. So if you would post some apps/tools you would recommend for any purpose. Whether it be for games/mods/messaging/etc because I plan on going through and trying everything posted. I might find something very useful i havent before. Anyways thanks for taking the time
App:
Location to download:
Purpose:
Best feature about it:
Well, it is all very individual. One person thinks his app is cool, another will not even look at it. I download everything from android market because several days age I caught a trojan while downloading from Internet - it was some live wallpaper or so. Beware of files where it's written that they may send paid sms.
As for apps:
I liked Explorer+ very very much. It is the best explorer because it's well organized and has a search button.
Next antivirus Avast is awesome. It has inbuilt antytheft and prevents the phone from sending paid sms.
GoldenDict helps me a lot. You may load there your dictionaries you need and use them.
I like Kaiten Mail email client as well. It is simple to use and everything is handy.
OfficeSuite is also nice. I came to android from wm and have windows xp at BB. So it opens all my documents easily without any dances.
Hope it helped. Waiting for your list as well.
PS. I need a substitution for my spb finance and need to convert my 3-year base to android. Can you suggest anything?
Mobile: HTC Sensation
Rom: Elegancia ICS (actually v3.3.5) with Sense 3.6
Kernel: 1,5GHz - 3.0.16-gda3fdfc by SebastianFM
Favoured Apps:
Mail: K9 - in my opinion nice to use and to configure
Messenger: WhatsApp / IM+ (Jabber/XMMP-Support)
Navigation: Navigon Mobile (payed) - reliable/stable
Antivirus: Kaspersky Mobile (payed) - really high hit rate
Alarm Clock: Alarm Clock Plus - many features for alarmclock like caculation for shutdown alarm
File Explorer: EStrongs / ES - well-arranged/easy to browse
Webbrowser: Opera Mobile - dunno y
Maybe there are some suggestions for you
I use esfile explore because its easy, free, clean looking and gets the job done, on cm7 roms or cm9 rom I delete the stock file manager..simply because its useless, and just taking up space, instead of having 2 file managers I just keep es and delete the stock. I use wifi tether, everyware I go I have my phone and my tablet, so if I need internet on my tablet or if my freind needs internet for his itouch then I just turn on my wifi hotspot. Apk manager is great for editing system images. Gimp is great for creating images or changing colors for my phone/tablet system. Opera mini is very fast for quick searching unlike most stock browsers, if you don't need flash then go with opera
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I use esfile explore because its easy, free, clean looking and gets the job done, on cm7 roms or cm9 rom I delete the stock file manager..simply because its useless, and just taking up space, instead of having 2 file managers I just keep es and delete the stock. I use wifi tether, everyware I go I have my phone and my tablet, so if I need internet on my tablet or if my freind needs internet for his itouch then I just turn on my wifi hotspot. Apk manager is great for editing system images. Gimp is great for creating images or changing colors for my phone/tablet system. Opera mini is very fast for quick searching unlike most stock browsers, if you don't need flash then go with opera
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Explorer is also good for the users its more easy to use than es for me
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My favourite apps are:
Swiftkey x
Bankdroid
Unified Remote
Screebl pro
Root explorer
Unified remote is the app i use most.
App: Titanium backup
Location to download: Play store
Purpose: to help you to manage apps after reflash ro mor other
Best feature about it: works on any roms
App: News Republic
Location to download: Play store
Purpose: give you some synthetic news about your subject
Best feature about it: very quick and simple to use
Thanks I've tried most of these but ill try the ones I haven't. Keep posting people and thanks
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ColorNote is an app that I use all the time, if you haven't tried it, check it out. It's a good note app, check list, task list, etc. It is attractive and easy to use.
Another app that is good is Bing. I didn't expect to like it but if you are looking for just about anything, it will find it - local stuff, stores, services, movies, web searches, pizza, you name it.
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You should obviously try SD Maid, which will satisfy all your file handling needs.
And if you are the type that likes to put CPU/RAM etc. usage on his desktop computers wallpaper try Diagnosis.
If you have apps in the market, andlytics is pretty awesome.
Give this a try too, while you sleep.
Titanium backup is a very good tool for all who change there rom very often (like me because of CM9)
Also I like PlayerPro because it has advenatges like sleep timer etc.