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I've been using Blackberries for 15 years and an now in the process of converting to the Samsung Galaxy S3 within the next week or two.
I'm a long time user of the iPad which has been jailbroken and can load all of the hacked apps to it.
My question is that when I root the Android, are there sites out there where I can get the "hacked" apps, or an app like
Installous (on the ipad) that downloads the apps?
Android is completely new to me and am VERY willing to learn...... (something new to play with)..........
Thanks. And I appologize for the ignorance.
DSSKing
Rooting the phone only allows apps to use root access. You can get apps that use root access though the Market/Play Store, (App Store) rather than a different app (Cydia). As for Installous, I think that you mean downloading cracked apps (paid apps for free)? If so i think you can't discuss that here. One of the cool things about Android is that you can install different app stores/app downloaders.
If I know discussions about cracked software are not allowed on this forum
anyway my advice is : if you like an app pay for that app it's only a few bucks
and you give developers support to improve that app !
Warez discussion isnt allowed on XDA
ok let me introduce my self, i am a android enthusiast
i made this thread so that others who root their phone wont have to go through with the hardship to find the apps that make ROOTING WORTHWHILE
there are tons which i may miss, but here are the ones which is must install! some of them are paid but its worth the price believe me
!!ATTENTION!!
ALL THE APPS HAVE BEEN PERSONALLY TESTED IN HTC ONE V STOCK ROM AND CM9 RC3,AOKP JB, PA, PACman ROM, NO PHONES SHOULD HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THESE APPS
IF U LIKE THIS THREAD A THANKS WILL BE APPRECIATED !!
ALTHOUGH IF ANY THING HAPPENS I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE
1.SUPER USER(FREE)
SUPER USER
Superuser is the first app a user should install after rooting, if the rooting method didn't do it already. "Rooting" a phone allows a user to establish total control over the device, but Superuser is the app that provides the button for that control
2.ROM MANAGER(FREE/PAID)
ROM MANAGER
ROM MANAGER is a app that is used to flash CVM, browse ROMS and more
3.TITANIUM BACKUP(FREE/PAID0[I RECOMMEND PAID]
TITANIUM BACKUP
Titanium Backup is an enormously useful app. Not only can it backup apps, but it can backup apps and all their data, and it can delete apps—even system apps or bloatware.
4.SETCPU FOR ROOT[PAID WORTH EVERY PENNY]
SET CPU
SetCPU allows the user to exert total control over how fast, or slow, the processor runs at any given point in time
5.ADFREE[FREE]
ADFREE
Adfree may actually be the greatest root-essential app available on Android, and it's one that you never see unless it needs updating. All Adfree does is block ads, but it does it for everything on the phone
6.TASKER[AMAZING PAID APP]
TASKER
what it does best is definitely a good thing, since it can practically automate your entire phone given the right amount of power.
7.METAMORPH[FREE/PAID]
METAMORPH
Metamorph is a small app that allows you to theme any part of Android by applying simple patch files
8.BUSYBOX[FREE/PAID]
BUSY BOX
It's not an actual app that you run, but instead provides all the Linux/UNIX commands that we know and love.
9.SSH TUNNEL[FREE]
SSH TUNNEL
Recently mentioned SSH Tunnel is an app that allows an Android phone to connect to the internet using an ssh tunnel for a completely secure connection
10.AUTORUN MANAGER[FREE/PAID]
AUTORUN MANAGER
Change the APPS that start when the phone boots and more
11.ROOT EXPLORER [PAID]
ROOT EXPLORER
explores till the root of your phone
12.ES EXPLORER[FOR THOSE WHO CANT AFFORD THE ABV^]
ES (I USE THIS)
explores till the root of your phone
13.JUICE DEFENDER ULTIMATE[ALTHOUGH FREE IS ALSO THERE]
JD ULTIMATE
HELPS you in saving battery
14.ROM TOOLBOX [pro/free]
ROM TOOLBOX
a toolbox containing all the essential tools
15.TERMINAL[A TERMINAL EMULATOR FOR YOUR PHONE][FREE]
TERMINAL EMULATOR
16. SD MAID[FREE/PRO][PLEASE GO FOR PRO]
SD MAID
a complete set of tools to clean and boost ur SD card
17.INCREDI CONTROL[TO OC/UC/UV](OVER CLOCK)
INCREDI CONTROL
18.DaemonController[ADVANCED CPU MANAGER]
DAEMON CONTROLLER
19.FONT CHANGER[CHANGE FONTS IN YOUR ANDROID]
FONT CHANGER
20.BETTER BATTERY STATS[BRING UR BATTERY HISTORY BACK]
BETTERBS
21.BATTERY CALIBRATION[JUST FLASHED NEW ROM?U NEED THIS ]
BATTERY CALIBRATION
22.GREENIFY[BEST BATTERY SAVER.PERIOD.]
GREENIFY
23.Xposed FRAMEWORK[ARE YOU INTO MODIFYING YOUR SYSTEMUI? , GET THIS]
Xda link
PM ME IF ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE SUGGEST IF YOU KNOW ! AND CLICK THANKS IF I HELPED
The root function for antitheft of avast (free) and cerberus (paid) i think are worth mentioning. They are wipe surviving antitheft apps that can remotely control several aspects of the phone through internet or sms.
Also, if on gingerbread, droidwall and pdroid are the paranoid's best friends (pdroid if successfully gone through the hassle of patching). Together give almost full control of permissions for apps, specially those with access to private data.
Edit: i think this list can be good, but maybe add a short description of what you use the apps for, and what advantages they might bring. Also, tasker and set cpu make juice defender irrelevant.
I don't see the point on having a anti virus, cause all the apk's are scanned my Google....and unless u use mms the chances of virus are low...and keeping those apps on drains alot of battery
yea ill add the descriptions
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I'll add 2 more that are a must.... Android tuner! It can do so any things you just have to check it out. And GMD gesture is awesome for tablets and big screen phones
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I agree that anti virus is not essential because APKs are very safe, but I think SD cards and bluetooth data transfers can be quite dangerous...
umair.usb said:
I agree that anti virus is not essential because APKs are very safe, but I think SD cards and bluetooth data transfers can be quite dangerous...
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Is this sarcasm?
APKs are not that safe.
Yes they are scanned by google but they are all not "safe"
The popular game Paper Toss was collecting peoples data.
Everyone should be aware that it may not be viruses but taking your information is to me considered not "safe"
You need to read the permissions before installing.
If you download a live wallpaper of the ocean waves it shouldn't have the phone permission to "read phone identity" or "access hardware controls".
I didnt just make this up. The comments of shady apps are flooded with people asking what the permission are needed for.
"PhonemyPc" is a pretty good app to remotely access and use your PC.
DroidCamX for using your phone as a wireless webcam.
For my SGS2 running CNA JB
GooManager
Mobile Odin
ROM Toolbox
Root Explorer
Terminal
User Management
+ everything you already have in the OP
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Free Apps
"Shush" is a good free app which once you put your phone on silent or vibrate you can set the time when you want it the normal sound settings to come back on, ideal for use at work or meetings.
"Anydo" is a great note app & is super stylish, which comes in black or white & ics blue, one of the best note apps on the market.
"Quickpic" a great gallery app which is a brilliant alternative to the stock gallery, also themed in black or white & a great layout.
"Zipsigner" is a apk signing app, you can modify your zip app files & then sign it using this app, then install & enjoy your Modded app, really easy to use too.
"Ringdroid" a ringtone maker app, use this to cut your own music tracks up & turn it in to your own custom ringtones or message alerts.
Loads more to mention really but this is a good start :0)
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Modded Devices -
Samsung galaxy s3 (foxhound Sliver v0.6 Super Modded Rom)
Motorola Xoom (Code name Android v3.3.1 Rom)
i did like 3 apps that u recomended @mattix
@deaner al those things can be done by one app called tasker!
dxppxd said:
The root function for antitheft of avast (free) and cerberus (paid) i think are worth mentioning. They are wipe surviving antitheft apps that can remotely control several aspects of the phone through internet or sms.
Also, if on gingerbread, droidwall and pdroid are the paranoid's best friends (pdroid if successfully gone through the hassle of patching). Together give almost full control of permissions for apps, specially those with access to private data.
Edit: i think this list can be good, but maybe add a short description of what you use the apps for, and what advantages they might bring. Also, tasker and set cpu make juice defender irrelevant.
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posts updated!! check!
NicholasQ said:
I'll add 2 more that are a must.... Android tuner! It can do so any things you just have to check it out. And GMD gesture is awesome for tablets and big screen phones
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yea i dont know about android tuner but GMD i have on my phone and is pretty nice! ill surely update in next post!
robogoflow said:
Is this sarcasm?
APKs are not that safe.
Yes they are scanned by google but they are all not "safe"
The popular game Paper Toss was collecting peoples data.
Everyone should be aware that it may not be viruses but taking your information is to me considered not "safe"
You need to read the permissions before installing.
If you download a live wallpaper of the ocean waves it shouldn't have the phone permission to "read phone identity" or "access hardware controls".
I didnt just make this up. The comments of shady apps are flooded with people asking what the permission are needed for.
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if u r a smart android user u will eventuallyy come to know there is no use !
cybervibin said:
@deaner al those things can be done by one app called tasker!
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I know tasker is a wicked app but I've never got the hang of it? Dunno how to work it properly? I may give it a second try? Anyone got ant tips to using it
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Modded Devices -
Samsung galaxy s3 (foxhound Sliver v0.6 Super Modded Rom)
Motorola Xoom (Code name Android v3.3.1 Rom)
I definitely recommend Cerberus as mentioned before.
I'll also suggest Solid Explorer as it's smoother than the file explorers you mentioned and has a great UI.
''Evil corrupts the mind of the weak but fails to feed off the mind of the strong''
Apps that come to my mind are Lucky Patcher, Quickboot, and TBackup.
Yea there are a million f tutorials on tasker
Just use the search function
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The best apps for rooted phones -
Superuser / Super SU
Of course.
Root Checker
Checks if you have root.
Busybox
Gives more functionality to rooted phones
ROM Toolbox
This app rocks. It has features of almost every app in the rooted phones section.
SD Maid
A really awesome app for our phones. This app finds duplicates of files in SD Card, cleans your system, etc.
Chainfire 3d
The best app for playing HD games. Though it is said that it is for only 1 ghz+ devices, it workes perfectly on our mobile.
Seeder
Makes your mobile fast by using entropy seeding.
Wifi Key Recovery - @ViNOK16Bit
Nice app. Supposing you forgot your password to your Wifi connection, then this app deduces it.
ClockSync - @ViNOK16Bit
Good for people who have flashed ROMs which show incorrect time.
Titanium Backup
Backs up apps and their complete data.
Usb Tunnel
The most useful app for people with internet on only their computers.
Root Firewall
Blocks other apps from accessing internet.
Triangle Away
Resets the flash counter.
Hide My Root
Temporarily hides root. May not work.
Tasker
Cool automaton.
Samba Filesharing -ViNOK16Bit
Transfer files from your computer using Wifi.
XDA Members, if you know other apps, feel free to post it here. I'll quote ya.
P.S. - XDA citizens, I hope that you'll rate this thread.
As it is my first thread i cant post the links !
but at play store it is mentioned tht to use chain fire 3d htc devices will require s off along wid root and there are people who worry tht they wont brick their phone during the process of s off even i do
or is there any way to use chain fire 3d on our phone ?
for chainfire to be installed u need s off and this increases chances of bricking our device so better u dont install chainfire
ImPrath said:
The best apps for rooted phones -
Superuser / Super SU
Of course.
Root Checker
Checks if you have root.
Busybox
Gives more functionality to rooted phones
ROM Toolbox
This app rocks. It has features of almost every app in the rooted phones section.
SD Maid
A really awesome app for our phones. This app finds duplicates of files in SD Card, cleans your system, etc.
Chainfire 3d
The best app for playing HD games. Though it is said that it is for only 1 ghz+ devices, it workes perfectly on our mobile.
Seeder
Makes your mobile fast by using entropy seeding.
Wifi Key Recovery - @ViNOK16Bit
Nice app. Supposing you forgot your password to your Wifi connection, then this app deduces it.
ClockSync - @ViNOK16Bit
Good for people who have flashed ROMs which show incorrect time.
Titanium Backup
Backs up apps and their complete data.
Usb Tunnel
The most useful app for people with internet on only their computers.
Root Firewall
Blocks other apps from accessing internet.
Triangle Away
Resets the flash counter.
Hide My Root
Temporarily hides root. May not work.
Tasker
Cool automaton.
Samba Filesharing -ViNOK16Bit
Transfer files from your computer using Wifi.
XDA Members, if you know other apps, feel free to post it here. I'll quote ya.
P.S. - XDA citizens, I hope that you'll rate this thread.
As it is my first thread i cant post the links !
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thank u man!!...
i already had some of these apps..but didnt knw abt samba,traingle,wifi recvry..
thank u for sharing :good:
I installed chainfire once and it require busybox and root
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welcome....
Recently been rooted and i have the app GameKiller... good app but it only seems to work on a few games was just wondering what other tools are out there?
i would dearly love to be able to hack a game called "BloodBrothers RPG" by mobage, ive downloaded rar files (all password procted which i dont think exists) and done i dont know how many surveys i know.... mug lol but if anyone knows how id be eternally gratefull!:laugh:
but yeah as i say ive recently rooted my samsung s3 and would like to make the most of it so any good apps for "free stuff" apps would be extremely awesome,
thanks for reading guys
Try to support those apps that you found it is useful
Must have...
Busybox
Titanium backup
Rom toolbox
Rom manager
Game killer
Adblocker
Xpose
Xposed is a must :thumbup:
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Lungsofsteel said:
Recently been rooted and i have the app GameKiller... good app but it only seems to work on a few games was just wondering what other tools are out there?
i would dearly love to be able to hack a game called "BloodBrothers RPG" by mobage, ive downloaded rar files (all password procted which i dont think exists) and done i dont know how many surveys i know.... mug lol but if anyone knows how id be eternally gratefull!:laugh:
but yeah as i say ive recently rooted my samsung s3 and would like to make the most of it so any good apps for "free stuff" apps would be extremely awesome,
thanks for reading guys
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Seeder, for lag reduction:good:
abhi7395 said:
Must have...
Busybox
Titanium backup
Rom toolbox
Rom manager
Game killer
Adblocker
Xpose
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sounds great where can i get them and what are their functions mate?
Hey get the freedom app. It allows you to do in app purchases for free. Try that. You don't have to buy for real money in an app.. And freedom requires rooted device.. Have fun, enjoy
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adaway
titanium backup
rom manager
wifi tether
freedom
Greenify is another application I use along with most of the applications already posted.
recently i used titanium backup and an app for usb host, 2 fantastic app
Also try goomanager and root browser!
☆☆DeMeNtEd_ChAmP☆☆ don't forget to thank!★
What are the first 5 things u install to your new Android device as soon as u receive new one or restore device?
I took almost a 3 year break from Android and now that I am back, most of the Apps I used to use are no longer updated.
I'm used to try lots of custom roms and some of my must install apps are:
Titanium Backup,
Greenify,
Metal (FB app, but less memory hungry),
FireTube (listen YouTube music with screen off),
OneDrive (got more space than Google Drive),
PlayerPro (for me best player),
QuickPic,
Root Explorer,
SuperBeam,
SwiftKey and
Xposed + GravityBox.
If ROM doesn't come with performance function I use System Tuner Pro.
On older systems I was installing SMS Backup & Restore (but no need any more...)
And than I install some "optional" apps (not allways):
Adblock,
MIX (powerfull pict edior but comes only for Samsung I believe),
Some of Runtastic apps,
SD Maid,
TeamViewer,
Weather & Clock Widget and
Xda app.
Good question but this it's the place for this discussion!
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Discussion
somebody a hand of help
THX
monkteo said:
Good question but this it's the place for this discussion!
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Discussion
somebody a hand of help
THX
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Sorry, i put in the Apps section since i was asking for users to share Apps that they use.
teckauz said:
I'm used to try lots of custom roms and some of my must install apps are:
Titanium Backup,
Greenify,
Metal (FB app, but less memory hungry),
FireTube (listen YouTube music with screen off),
OneDrive (got more space than Google Drive),
PlayerPro (for me best player),
QuickPic,
Root Explorer,
SuperBeam,
SwiftKey and
Xposed + GravityBox.
If ROM doesn't come with performance function I use System Tuner Pro.
On older systems I was installing SMS Backup & Restore (but no need any more...)
And than I install some "optional" apps (not allways):
Adblock,
MIX (powerfull pict edior but comes only for Samsung I believe),
Some of Runtastic apps,
SD Maid,
TeamViewer,
Weather & Clock Widget and
Xda app.
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Thanks for taking the time to post.
I will try some of them out.
I wish ROOT was available for my device but i have the US version of the s7 edge.
iTouch24 said:
Sorry, i put in the Apps section since i was asking for users to share Apps that they use.
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You now it's not an wrong intention.
Nova Launcher
Newsblur - RSS reader
Google Calendar
Messenger - Google's SMS app
Expense IQ - Budget Tracker App
Root explorer
Xposed installer
Mx player
Adaway
Viper4android
Awesome. Keep them coming guys.
Could u also recommend an app that shows u apps that r on sale or went free?
AnThOnY- S7 Edge
Nova launcher
Root explorer
box.net
dropbox
Poweramp
Twilight
Ablock for samsung browser
Amazon shopping
and others like flightradar, skyscanner, snapseed etc.
iTouch24 said:
Awesome. Keep them coming guys.
Could u also recommend an app that shows u apps that r on sale or went free?
AnThOnY- S7 Edge
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There's an app called "Free App of the Day"
you can give that a shot
You should also get Google Opinion Rewards.
You basically do surveys and get like 10-40 cents per survey, sometimes even more, which can be used to buy apps and other things on the play store.
iTouch24 said:
Awesome. Keep them coming guys.
Could u also recommend an app that shows u apps that r on sale or went free?
AnThOnY- S7 Edge
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This one tells you when an app is on sale:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...medium=appbrain_web&utm_campaign=appbrain_web
+1 for AppSales. I used to use Free App of the Day but after not seeing anything useful over the course of a couple of weeks, I quit looking at it.
I install Lightning Launcher, Solid Explorer, Authy, Lastpass, Join, AquaMail, AutoMagic, TouchPal keyboard and AppSwap
myMail (multiple accounts)
WhatsApp
Tapatalk
Waze
FX rootexplorer
Swiftkey
Titanium Backup
Dropbox
Nova Launcher
Inbox
Busybox Pro
Titanium
Titanium Pro
Nova Launcher
Nova Prime
Boot into Recovery
Xposed @xXx Barebone Cleaner
Latest Kernel
Reboot
Restore
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Authy
Smooth Calendar
Evernote
Waze
Whatsapp
Google play store (coming from mi2 Chinese dev rom, no need on s7)
SMS backup and restore (always had errors with ti backup)
WhatsApp
Titanium backup
Bnet authenticator (because wow ;p)
Getting my s7 edge tomorrow, first new smartphone in 4 years. Just change phone because of broken battery, 4h with 30-45min of screen on time -. -
Google Now Launcher.
Once that's installed, all of my previous apps are restored automatically, even where I placed them on my home screen.
Really don't need anything else except for side-loaded apps, but not that many now that I don't have root on this phone.
Nova launcher
Titanium backup
Busybox
Xposed
Viper4Android
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