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Text Messenger - The Text Message Away Message

Hey all, I'm new here but was looking for an outlet to announce applications. I have just finished up my first Android App and was hoping for some reviews/comments/suggestions. Criticism Encouraged!
Text Messenger is a simple away message application for your Android phone. There is a full version for $1, and a DEMO version (where you cannot change the default away message) for FREE.
Give it a try, then give it a Buy!

EDIT: updated barcodes to go directly to Android Market, rather than through AndroidZoom.
Just checking in to see if anyone had a chance to review my app, and had any comments/suggestions/criticism?
To make it easier to find I will post some barcodes (DEMO and Full Version) for the apps.
Thanks.
Robott Creations

I'll check out the demo version real quick and tell you my thoughts =P

husker91 said:
I'll check out the demo version real quick and tell you my thoughts =P
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Thank You.

Don't mean to be mean, but don't people take a non-reply to mean that the recipient is away/busy ?
I can't test this because I use gvoice for texting.

britoso said:
Don't mean to be mean, but don't people take a non-reply to mean that the recipient is away/busy ?
I can't test this because I use gvoice for texting.
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That's alright, I know this isn't for everyone. With the current state of texting, especially with the younger crowd, I have seen many instances where people say "What the [email protected]#$ why aren't they texting me back!!!"...I guess this is more for those types.
Also, I find myself in situations where I really should not be reading/responding to text messages but I end up giving in knowing there is a message. With Text Messenger you can set your Away Message and automatically put your phone on silent at the same time. So when I am driving, in class, or anywhere else where I shouldn't be answering a text I do not feel the urge.

Pretty cool - few suggestions
Hey, just checked out the demo version of the app. I'm a brand new Android user. Coming from windows mobile I needed an app like this. Just a few thoughts as to what would make this an even better app. These are just suggestions and ways that I would like to be able to use the app.
1. Allow for profiles to be set up. Such as during certain user defined times, the app automatically sets an away status.
2. Allow for away statuses to be enable for specific contacts, like a black/white list.
3. Set up a quick reply list so I can select from some predefined messages such as "Call if it's an emergency", "In class"...
Keep us updated...
Nice app by the way

Robott Creations said:
Hey all, I'm new here but was looking for an outlet to announce applications. I have just finished up my first Android App and was hoping for some reviews/comments/suggestions. Criticism Encouraged!
Text Messenger is a simple away message application for your Android phone. There is a full version for $1, and a DEMO version (where you cannot change the default away message) for FREE.
Give it a try, then give it a Buy!
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I can't find the programm with my HTC Tattoo. Can you post the apk-file somewhere please?

Rubinski_be said:
I can't find the programm with my HTC Tattoo. Can you post the apk-file somewhere please?
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I do not know why you would not be able to find my app? Did you try scanning the barcodes I supplied? Do you have Android 2.2?
Anyways, I attached the apk for the DEMO Version of the app. In this version you can not change the away message, but if you purchase the full version for $1 USD the away message is completely customizable.
Thank you for the interest in my app!

ATownI20 said:
Hey, just checked out the demo version of the app. I'm a brand new Android user. Coming from windows mobile I needed an app like this. Just a few thoughts as to what would make this an even better app. These are just suggestions and ways that I would like to be able to use the app.
1. Allow for profiles to be set up. Such as during certain user defined times, the app automatically sets an away status.
2. Allow for away statuses to be enable for specific contacts, like a black/white list.
3. Set up a quick reply list so I can select from some predefined messages such as "Call if it's an emergency", "In class"...
Keep us updated...
Nice app by the way
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Thanks for trying out my app.
I plan on adding a customizable list of away messages, so you can easily set "In class" etc...look for that update soon.
The Black List & Scheduled away messages are a great idea, although the initial decision creating the app was to make it as simple and quick as possible. Adding these features would be great, but also add more complication. I suppose there is no harm in adding these as optional features though, since if people wanted a quick easy solution they could simply not enable them.
I will keep you updated on the changes coming, look for your #1 to definitely be added with the possibility of #2 and/or #3.
Thanks again for trying my app, and leaving feedback!
P.S. Anyone else that has tried the app it would be great if you could rate it on the Android Market. Only a few people have rated it/commented, and I know many more have given it a try.

I like the demo app. I would like to try the full version but don't see it on the Market. I tried the posted barcode and it never loads the link in the browser.
Thanks,

I downloaded the donation version to be able to say what I want. What an awesome application. I can easily say one of my top 5 most useful. I set it when I'm driving, in a meeting, flying (in the air force) or when I'm busy with a million other things. Here is my list of features I would love to see, forgive me for any duplicates from any other post;
1. A widget! One that when pressed will turn on the auto reply AND have a drop down list of saves/pre-made responses.
2. Option to turn off notification bar icon, I hate that big green booger on my minimalist bar.
3. Option to save messages for future use through a quicky list
4. Option to have messages be contact specific (I would love to see this and would justify a higher price as it would make this an essential app, on par with SetCPU!)
5. Lastly, some notification of auto reply being sent, I'm currently not seeing one on my phone.
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app
hey man.. gonna comment your app... it's cool and very to the point
my away message read: (away message: I am not near my phone right now.. be back when i can)
i typed away message.. it wasn't generated by the app. so cool man

Robott Creations said:
I do not know why you would not be able to find my app? Did you try scanning the barcodes I supplied? Do you have Android 2.2?
Anyways, I attached the apk for the DEMO Version of the app. In this version you can not change the away message, but if you purchase the full version for $1 USD the away message is completely customizable.
Thank you for the interest in my app!
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I'm using Android 1.6 on my HTC Tattoo. I scanned the barcode but I think i cant find it because my resolution (240 x 320) might not be supported.
I would like to buy the app, but i live in Belgium, and payd apps can not be bought from the market.
I just tried to install the app using the apk-file, but it doesn't works. Can u make a version for 1.6 plz, i really like it.

gofizzle said:
I like the demo app. I would like to try the full version but don't see it on the Market. I tried the posted barcode and it never loads the link in the browser.
Thanks,
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Thanks for giving it a try. If you press the menu button when in the DEMO Version there should be an option for "More Apps" this will bring you to the Android Market where you can see the FULL Version. I also attached a different barcode, this should link directly to the market rather than through AndroidZoom...let me know if that works for you? Otherwise just search "Robott Creations" or "Text Messenger" on the Android Market.
ImSoHungry said:
I downloaded the donation version to be able to say what I want. What an awesome application. I can easily say one of my top 5 most useful. I set it when I'm driving, in a meeting, flying (in the air force) or when I'm busy with a million other things. Here is my list of features I would love to see, forgive me for any duplicates from any other post;
1. A widget! One that when pressed will turn on the auto reply AND have a drop down list of saves/pre-made responses.
2. Option to turn off notification bar icon, I hate that big green booger on my minimalist bar.
3. Option to save messages for future use through a quicky list
4. Option to have messages be contact specific (I would love to see this and would justify a higher price as it would make this an essential app, on par with SetCPU!)
5. Lastly, some notification of auto reply being sent, I'm currently not seeing one on my phone.
Sent from my Nexus One using XDA App
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Thanks for the suggestions. I have heard more than once the need for customizable preset messages & option to turn off the notification "booger". I look to add those features this week. The rest of the suggestions I also agree with, and will hopefully work them in. I was looking to keep the app extremely simple, but the feedback so far has made it sound like the app is "too simple".
stepinmyworld said:
hey man.. gonna comment your app... it's cool and very to the point
my away message read: (away message: I am not near my phone right now.. be back when i can)
i typed away message.. it wasn't generated by the app. so cool man
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Thank you for giving it a try, I am glad you like it. Look for updates coming soon!
Rubinski_be said:
I'm using Android 1.6 on my HTC Tattoo. I scanned the barcode but I think i cant find it because my resolution (240 x 320) might not be supported.
I would like to buy the app, but i live in Belgium, and payd apps can not be bought from the market.
I just tried to install the app using the apk-file, but it doesn't works. Can u make a version for 1.6 plz, i really like it.
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I am not too familiar with the Belgium Android Community, but it sounded like you said you are unable to buy any apps? If so, I do not know what I can do about that. But I will look into comparability for Android 1.6.
Thanks everyone, the feedback I have been getting has been excellent. I look to add some of these features shortly and supply you with exactly what you are looking for.

Version 1.5 Released
I read all the suggestions, and am trying to get them in ASAP.
Here are some features to hold you over until the next Update.
New to Version 1.5
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* Custom preset Away Messages
- Easy interaction via Context Menu
* Enable/Disable Notifications
* Text Forwarding (Currently only supports other Phone #s)
* Minor Cosmetic Fixes
More Updates Coming Soon!

I hope the Android 1.6 support will be there soon. Such a lovely app ...
Sent from my HTC Tattoo using XDA App

What are the chances of you porting it to Windows Mobile?

Rubinski_be said:
I hope the Android 1.6 support will be there soon. Such a lovely app ...
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elektrik2001 said:
What are the chances of you porting it to Windows Mobile?
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Both depend on the support of the project. Currently I have been hearing good feedback, but the number of downloads does not assure me it would be worth the time of creating an Android 1.6 version and/or porting to Windows Mobile.
I am currently working towards Version 2.0, and after that I will investigate porting and 1.6 support.
Thank you both for showing interest.

Any way of choosing which Apps this works with, as just had it in a weird loop on my facebook status. As I have fb notifacations sent to my mobile via texts, its put all away messages on my facebook, then as I had a new post, got sent a new text, which then triggered another away message...... Turned it off for now, but really good and usefull app, if you can have it only work with chosen apps. Like Handcent only.

[APP] Promethium = Geolocation & Lost Phone App

Hi,
After the success of the beta programme (over 100 people wanting to signup!) I decided it was time to re-write the platform to allow me to add more features and improve the overall "feel" of it. I also have plans to commercialise the platform, allowing it to be used by businesses/individuals who wish to monitor devices remotely.
The client application for Android is available freely from here and can be included in a custom ROM if you wish to make it persistant across factory resets. I do ask that if your are a ROM developer that you let me know before you do this, and also credit me in your release notes.
There will be 3 main licenses available to you:
Basic
Standard - comming soon
Expert - comming soon
(These apply to your account)
Basic
FREE!
Single device per account
GPS Location
Alarm-on-Demand
Standard
£0.99
Single device per account
GPS Location
Network Location
Alarm-on-Demand
LiveTracking
Includes software updates for 12 months
Expert
£2.99
Multiple devices per account (limit of 5)
GPS Location
Network Location
Alarm-on-Demand
LiveTracking
Includes software updates for 12 months
I am also considering the possibility of an API which a business could use to extract information and use it in their own way. Please contact me if you are interested.
How to install?
Remove any older versions from your device
Install the latest version from above
Goto "http://promethium.mobi" and signup
On your phone, follow the instructions to register your device against your account
Login to "http://promethium.mobi" and have fun!
I haven't moved any old accounts over, so you should signup again.
Enjoy,
Rich

2.0 - 24/01/2011
(uninstall previous version prior to installing 2.0)
* See OP for details

richbayliss said:
Hi,
I have created a geolocation app a bit like MobileMe or htcsense.com for any Android 2.2 device with Market. Allows you to show your device on a map and make the alarm sound, all via a web portal.
http://promethium.mobi/
This site is the main portal, There will be limited accounts to start with, just 20. These will be BETA accounts as I need people to trial the system to get feedback etc. Currently the email address has to be unique, but doesn't need to be a valid address, however this will be useful when you try and report issues.
Once you have signed up, the latest APK for the client application will be downloadable from the portal toolbar. This app will ask for the same login credentials used on the portal, and once connected you are ready to use the portal functions.
Check the site periodically, as I will allow more signups as the application progresses.
Please can we keep all bug reports within this thread, I would rather develop this in the open.
Enjoy,
Rich
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Looks pretty sweet. Nice and simple. Works well, though I couldn't get the sound to work. It just popped up in the taskbar and said "Ring! Ring".
dwizzy130

Thank you very much

This looks nice

dwizzy130 said:
Looks pretty sweet. Nice and simple. Works well, though I couldn't get the sound to work. It just popped up in the taskbar and said "Ring! Ring".
dwizzy130
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Ok. It should play the default alarm tone you have set. Could you pastebin a logcat, from before you click "play sound" until the notification appears.
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

OK people!
Thanks to all those who already registered, just a few spaces left if people want to signup. Please only signup if you are happy to engage in helping me improve this platform... any accounts created but not activated within a day will be removed!
So far I have made quite a few alterations, improvements to the UI on the portal, as well as more interactive feedback. This means that you need to re-download and install the client app - this will overwrite the current one, and will keep all existing settings
Enjoy!

Very nice application! Good

cazes010 said:
Very nice application! Good
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You're welcome, and thanks for the positive feedback!
I would appreciate if you could test out the portal/make sure it does what it is supposed to etc. Post back here if you have any niggles, but also if you can think of anything which might improve the experience.

richbayliss said:
Ok. It should play the default alarm tone you have set. Could you pastebin a logcat, from before you click "play sound" until the notification appears.
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Well that's why! I figured it would play it's own notification. I have the alarm volume set to 0 because I don't ever use it.lol
It would be nice if you had a configuration for that in the app or the portal.
Keep up the good work,
dwizzy130

dwizzy130 said:
I have the alarm volume set to 0 because I don't ever use it.
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Hmmm. It should crank the volume up to max before it plays the tone.
dwizzy130 said:
It would be nice if you had a configuration for that in the app or the portal.
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I haven't included an "alert" sound yet, as I thought people would recognise their own alerts easier. I like the idea of adding a customise option to the app though Thanks!

It so cool! Thank you.
Keep it up

richbayliss said:
Hmmm. It should crank the volume up to max before it plays the tone.
I haven't included an "alert" sound yet, as I thought people would recognise their own alerts easier. I like the idea of adding a customise option to the app though Thanks!
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Hmm that's weird. It didn't change the volume, but when I manually did it, the sound worked. Other than that, the app looks and works great!
One more suggestion though, idk if it's possible, could you have it force turn on gps? I normally leave it off so if I actually do lose my phone, it would just give me the giant radius of the cell tower location...
Also, I notice you're using dyndns. Is the computer/server you're running it on going to be up 24/7?
**EDIT**
One more suggestion, a "My Phone's Location" button on the portal that snaps to the location and centers it.
dwizzy130

dwizzy130 said:
One more suggestion though, idk if it's possible, could you have it force turn on gps? I normally leave it off so if I actually do lose my phone, it would just give me the giant radius of the cell tower location...
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Sorry, starting from Android 1.5 cupcake, you cannot programmatically toggle GPS. It should be fine to leave it enabled though.
dwizzy130 said:
Also, I notice you're using dyndns. Is the computer/server you're running it on going to be up 24/7?
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While I am developing the app regularly it is running on a server I have on a dynamic IP line. Once the app is ready for general release it will go onto into a hosted environment.
dwizzy130 said:
One more suggestion, a "My Phone's Location" button on the portal that snaps to the location and centers it.
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Hitting "Refresh Location" does this now, but it takes up to 5 seconds to move across the map, I will look at making it snappier

richbayliss said:
Sorry, starting from Android 1.5 cupcake, you cannot programmatically toggle GPS. It should be fine to leave it enabled though.
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Hmmm I could have sworn one of those SMS based locator apps could force toggle it. Maybe not. Idk.
While I am developing the app regularly it is running on a server I have on a dynamic IP line. Once the app is ready for general release it will go onto into a hosted environment.
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Perfect, that's what I wanted to hear.
Hitting "Refresh Location" does this now, but it takes up to 5 seconds to move across the map, I will look at making it snappier
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I'm an idiot for missing that one.lol
dwizzy130

richbayliss said:
hi,
i have created a geolocation app a bit like mobileme or htcsense.com for any android 2.2 device with market. Allows you to show your device on a map and make the alarm sound, all via a web portal.
http://promethium.mobi/
this site is the main portal, there will be limited accounts to start with, just 20. These will be beta accounts as i need people to trial the system to get feedback etc. Currently the email address has to be unique, but doesn't need to be a valid address, however this will be useful when you try and report issues.
Once you have signed up, the latest apk for the client application will be downloadable from the portal toolbar. This app will ask for the same login credentials used on the portal, and once connected you are ready to use the portal functions.
Check the site periodically, as i will allow more signups as the application progresses.
Please can we keep all bug reports within this thread, i would rather develop this in the open.
Enjoy,
rich
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i must say great start looking forward for more....keep up the great work!!! Hey could we somehow get a option to lock and such...will more add on and such be added in the future??,....keep us posted thanks alot!!!

dwizzy130 said:
Hmmm I could have sworn one of those SMS based locator apps could force toggle it. Maybe not. Idk.
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I have read through the SDK documentation and the best you can do is prompt the user to enable it. So kind of misses the point
I have also altered the JavaScript code so that clicking on the location refresh button zaps you to the marker instantly, but you still have to wait until the phone updates the server to see the latest result

xghostyxjokerx said:
i must say great start looking forward for more....keep up the great work!!! Hey could we somehow get a option to lock and such...will more add on and such be added in the future??,....keep us posted thanks alot!!!
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Thanks for the positive feedback - glad you like it so far.
Yes, more features will be coming soon, including a "Lock" ability. This is quite a complicated one though, might require the user to select a "secure" lock screen prior to first use.
I also thought of some wicked uses for the Nexus S, but that will have to wait until I get time ( here's a clue: Peekaboo! )

richbayliss said:
Thanks for the positive feedback - glad you like it so far.
Yes, more features will be coming soon, including a "Lock" ability. This is quite a complicated one though, might require the user to select a "secure" lock screen prior to first use.
I also thought of some wicked uses for the Nexus S, but that will have to wait until I get time ( here's a clue: Peekaboo! )
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GREAT LOOKING FORWARD TO IT..... Curently running off of Nexus One ... will these wicked uses work for N1?

They might work, but no good snapping your feet

Smart Protection.ALPHA

are there some annoying guys at your house?
you dont want them to mess up your phone dont you?
well, here is the app that you are searching for.
it simply works as a motion sensor, when the phone/tab is moved, the phone/tab will produce a loud noise.
please note: I AM STILL WORKING ON THIS APP, so there might be some bugs
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this app was tested on:
Samsung Galaxy Tab GT-P1000
Samsung Galaxy S2
mike2nl had tested it on:
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with Overcom 1.2.2
HTC HD2 Leo Nand with CoreDroid HD GB 2.3.3 V1.7
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Before running the app, make sure your phone is not on silent mode, also make sure that orientation lock is off (if you use version 1.0)
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please download the NEW version (Smart Protection 2.2)
leave a comment
any constructive criticism is welcome

Im sorry but this is a horrible idea :/

While you may not like it. MR.zero has spent some time creating this.
In future please keep your opinions to yourself.
If you have something constructive to add then feel free.

andyharney said:
While you may not like it. MR.zero has spent some time creating this.
In future please keep your opinions to yourself.
If you have something constructive to add then feel free.
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thank you sir

@MR.zero:
that sounds amazing and it likes not real, because there was once an app in wm6.5 times. Named Stop Motion or something like that....
Your idea and the 1st version is more then i had expect here. I had used it all the time for my wm phone. Because we have some strange people coming in and coming out while we are very busy by our customers, so this was allways cool. And now you . I will test it under real conditions.
Question:
- will this also run on the sgt10.1 3g version? I think well because you use the motion sensor, and so far what i know from the sdk, it is the same call. Or i am totaly wrong?
- i think after the first tests my question is anwsered by myself ;-). Ok some issues about screen resolution but this logical at this alpha state.
1st test 10 minutes after the download:
- device: SGT10.1 3G (it was a must for me ;-)
- app installed without any issue from sd crad
- app started
- the app is shown only in the top of the screen and then in the middle (logical it is for the 7 inch tab)
- i has to scroll a little bit up to see the START button. Start pressed and then i have waited 10 seconds
- then i have moved the tab from the table and was walking 1 1/2 meter and now my neighbours are awake (it is 30 minutes before midnight, sh..t)
- result: it is working!!
Ok for an Alpha Version is this a very good result.
- Some ideas about settings (sensity, rotation,...).
- Some ideas about screensize (auto size function - landscape and portrait mode). This for the 10 inch version ;-)
- and a lot more, but i will wait for the next version, and i will test this now under real condition.
2nd test 15 minutes after the download:
- device: HD2 Leo NAND CoreDroid HD V1.7
- same way of using as in test one
- result: it is working!!
I think this little app has a great feature here on XDA. Congrats so far!
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natious said:
Im sorry but this is a horrible idea :/
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I can say only one thing about that:
this is one of the worst case users i have ever met here on XDA. I hope the admins will follow you. This is not the way to interact in a community, where people give back something to all of us. But users like you make it nearly impossible to say nothing about that.

mike2nl said:
@MR.zero:
that sounds amazing and it likes not real, because there was once an app in wm6.5 times. Named Stop Motion or something like that....
Your idea and the 1st version is more then i had expect here. I had used it all the time for my wm phone. Because we have some strange people coming in and coming out while we are very busy by our customers, so this was allways cool. And now you . I will test it under real conditions.
Question:
- will this also run on the sgt10.1 3g version? I think well because you use the motion sensor, and so far what i know from the sdk, it is the same call. Or i am totaly wrong?
- i think after the first tests my question is anwsered by myself ;-). Ok some issues about screen resolution but this logical at this alpha state.
1st test 10 minutes after the download:
- device: SGT10.1 3G (it was a must for me ;-)
- app installed without any issue from sd crad
- app started
- the app is shown only in the top of the screen and then in the middle (logical it is for the 7 inch tab)
- i has to scroll a little bit up to see the START button. Start pressed and then i have waited 10 seconds
- then i have moved the tab from the table and was walking 1 1/2 meter and now my neighbours are awake (it is 30 minutes before midnight, sh..t)
- result: it is working!!
Ok for an Alpha Version is this a very good result.
- Some ideas about settings (sensity, rotation,...).
- Some ideas about screensize (auto size function - landscape and portrait mode). This for the 10 inch version ;-)
- and a lot more, but i will wait for the next version, and i will test this now under real condition.
2nd test 15 minutes after the download:
- device: HD2 Leo NAND CoreDroid HD V1.7
- same way of using as in test one
- result: it is working!!
I think this little app has a great feature here on XDA. Congrats so far!
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I can say only one thing about that:
this is one of the worst case users i have ever met here on XDA. I hope the admins will follow you. This is not the way to interact in a community, where people give back something to all of us. But users like you make it nearly impossible to say nothing about that.
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THANKS!
i will try to re-design the app, so it would work on the galaxy tab, and also any other device.
i will also re program the app so it would become more sensitive
the update might be available soon

the new version is here!
here is whats new:
1-Smart Protection is now much more sensitive, it no more depends on the screen orientation.
2-resolution error on other device solved.

MR.zero said:
the new version is here!
here is whats new:
1-Smart Protection is now much more sensitive, it no more depends on the screen orientation.
2-resolution error on other device solved.
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Jesus, MR.zero... that's really fast. Ok will try it out tomorrow on my work at the customer. This will be fun again. I'll report then tomorrow evening, when i am back at home. But 1st... Thank You.
A hint:
because the possible fast and often update(s) of your app in the 1st time now, you can add the latest download to the first post.
Or write it down and a link in which post we can find which version. Also the changelog in the 1st posting. Looks professional and cool ;-).
And that helps a lot, for shure...
You can also add the SGT10.1 3G with Overcom 1.2.2 and the HD2 Leo Nand with CoreDroid HD GB 2.3.3 V1.7 to the tested or testing devices ;-).

mike2nl said:
Jesus, MR.zero... that's really fast. Ok will try it out tomorrow on my work at the customer. This will be fun again. I'll report then tomorrow evening, when i am back at home. But 1st... Thank You.
A hint:
because the possible fast and often update(s) of your app in the 1st time now, you can add the latest download to the first post.
Or write it down and a link in which post we can find which version. Also the changelog in the 1st posting. Looks professional and cool ;-).
And that helps a lot, for shure...
You can also add the SGT10.1 3G with Overcom 1.2.2 and the HD2 Leo Nand with CoreDroid HD GB 2.3.3 V1.7 to the tested or testing devices ;-).
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ok, thanks for the nice tip

This is an awesome idea for an app. Thanks for making it, unfortunately, I personally have no use for it. But if I was still working, or lived with roommates, or in a dorm, I would most defiantly use it. But I will still follow your updates and help test.

Version 2.2 is here!
The error in the last version was:
The 'turn off' button wasn't actually working.
This error is now solved!
hope you like it!

MR.zero said:
Version 2.2 is here!
The error in the last version was:
The 'turn off' button wasn't actually working.
This error is now solved!
hope you like it!
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Thanks! It's apps like these that truly make our phones smart.
I'll try it tomorrow and report back.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App

Thanks dude, I often put my tab on my working table for tethering my laptop. since my office is placed in front, so there's a handful people going back and forth the office. I seldom close my office door, so this app works for me
I put it on the tble, and i started the app. I press start protection, press home and turn off my screen. I lift it up, shaking it all over, err, nothing happened.
tried again, started the app and then i found that the protection has been turned off again. so i press start protection again, and this time i didn't leave the app. i lift it up and it works
pretty cool app
just curious, can you make it run in the background so it will still works even if i close the app? or maybe make another independent app that u can put on launcher dock for automatically turn it on/off
when u press it? (like screen off app)
but still , thanks anyway

Justin^Tan said:
just curious, can you make it run in the background so it will still works even if i close the app? or maybe make another independent app that u can put on launcher dock for automatically turn it on/off
when u press it? (like screen off app)
but still , thanks anyway
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man that's a great idea!
working on that, thanks for the great tip!

MR.zero said:
man that's a great idea!
working on that, thanks for the great tip!
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Hey Mr.zero I also have one or two suggestions so far.
Is it true that someone tech savy could just turn the media volume down or quit the app to stop it? It only runs in landscape mode and doesn't fit the screen on my P1010.
Apart from that, maybe letting it run in the background would be enough for this app to alert you without the need to make it complicated!
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App

MR.zero said:
Version 2.2 is here!
The error in the last version was:
The 'turn off' button wasn't actually working.
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Mr. Zero, thank you for the update, and yes i had seen that. I was away for some days and i had have a lot of fun in russsia by a customer. My tab laying on the table and i was a way sometimes for some seconds and everytime i heard the noise, that was really funny. The guys are running away when the alarm goes on. He, he... i will test now the new version.

bump:
Mr.Zero, you have som enew information for us? You are allready working on it?
Please give us an update...

[App] TechTalk - (NOW GeekBytes) - All The Android News You Need In One App + More!!

Hey everyone,
Please note the name has been changed from TechTalk to GeekBytes
I just put this app together and wanted to put it on here and see what everyone thought about it and if you had any suggestions. I plan on adding a lot more things into it, but decided to go ahead and get it out there.
All you need Android news in one app!! Articles from the following site:
XDA-Developers
Android Central
Android Authority
Phandroid
Android Police
Android and Me
Cult of Android
Droid Life
Android Pit
Android Headlines
Android Spin
Droid Games
Rootz Wiki
LIVE ON THE PLAY STORE
Download from the Play Store to get all of the updates!!
Get it on the Play Store - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.techtalk.mschussler
Get Geekbytes Pro - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geekbytespro.mschussler
Let me know what you think!
Thank you!

Updated:
v1.2
What's New:
Added XDA forum and XDA TV (youtube channel) - testing the waters.
See the above post to download the update.

What's New v1.3:
Android Authority - YouTube
AndroidPit - YouTube
Android Spin - YouTube
Android Central Podcast Audio and Video
Rootz Wiki - News & Forum
All feedback welcome!!

v1.3.1 - Quick change
Updated the refresh interval to 4 hours instead of 2. (This can be manually changed in Settings)

Question for anyone that is using that app, if you have used the Rootz Wiki Forum you notice it takes you to the webpage because they do not have the TapaTalk plugin. Do you like that it uses the in-app browser or would you rather it open your default browser and use that instead?? Would love to hear you thoughts!
Thanks!

v1.4.1
What's new?
Updated Icon
Added this forum post as the web help link

So all you did was rename an awesome app like flowly and pawned it off as your own. Really lame dude. You weren't even original enough to change the icon you just rounded the corners

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So all you did was rename an awesome app like flowly and pawned it off as your own. Really lame dude. You weren't even original enough to change the icon you just rounded the corners
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First off, if you were to keep up with that app you would know that guy abandoned it. Also he did not develop it at all. He used appyet just like I did, hence why I said "put together" I never said I developed that app ever. The icon is defiantly different, I am still looking for a new one but got this one for now due to the first one not displaying correctly for the notifications. I like Flowly a lot, but seeing that it would no longer be updated I decided to make one like it and keep it updated when appyet updated the code, and keep it current with all the new feeds. Also this is temporary while I work on my own that I actually developed, once that is done it will replace this one.

If flowly is abandoned and grilledbacon picked up where it was left off, I'm all for it. Good stuff, grilledbacon.

Thanks been looking for a replacement for blinkfeed now I can run nova prime again.

Thanks guys! Working on getting it on the Play Store should be soon now!

Thanks for carrying on the work of the flowly developer. Will there be ability to star articles? The ability to customize sources? Great work so far. Thanks again!
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Hey everyone,
I just put this app together and wanted to put it on here and see what everyone thought about it and if you had any suggestions. I plan on adding a lot more things into it, but decided to go ahead and get it out there.
All you need Android news in one app!! Articles from the following site:
XDA-Developers
Android Central
Android Authority
Phandroid
Android Police
Android and Me
Cult of Android
Droid Life
Android Pit
Android Headlines
Android Spin
Droid Games
Rootz Wiki
Let me know what you think!
Thank you!
Note: Will be releasing on the Play Store soon!
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Question for anyone that is using that app, if you have used the Rootz Wiki Forum you notice it takes you to the webpage because they do not have the TapaTalk plugin. Do you like that it uses the in-app browser or would you rather it open your default browser and use that instead?? Would love to hear you thoughts!
Thanks!
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I would prefer that it open in my default browser dude. So that I can carry on reading articles in your app after the links have been opened in the browser. This way I can read on my browser later.

I really like the idea, good job. However, I'll wait till you put it on the Play Store to receive the updates immediately without having to visit this thread again and download the new APK. Another thing, can you please add Ardroid.com to the app (and yes, that's an "R", not an "N")? It is an Arabic news site.
Thank You, and keep up the good work!

I just looked in the Play Store and there's already a TechTalk... That might be a bit of a problem...

I'd actually like to be able to use both an in-app browser AND my default browser. BUT if I had to only have it one way, I definitely want to use my default browser. Also in regard to Flowly, which I still use religiously, thanks for picking up the ball after it's abandonment.

kmarc33 said:
I just looked in the Play Store and there's already a TechTalk... That might be a bit of a problem...
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I have noticed that, too. But I think he can maybe change the name?

Just used the app for an hour. Ignore my earlier comments about needing an external browser. The current implementation is perfect.
However, I would still like the ability to delete some sources. Great work so far! Thanks Dev!

Awesome app, very nice to have all the news in one place, but the app icon is really plain. Maybe some material flare would be nice. I mean no offense by that. You did a great job getting it all into one app.

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I have noticed that, too. But I think he can maybe change the name?
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I'd assume so. But since I found this app because of a post in the XDA Portal I'd probably suggest changing the name before it becomes too widely known. Better to rename with 50 users than with 5000 users...

Nice to have all the news in one place...
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So all you did was rename an awesome app like flowly and pawned it off as your own. Really lame dude. You weren't even original enough to change the icon you just rounded the corners
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You could at least give credit to the original developer of the app in the OP.

[APP] [BETA] Phone Usage Monitor

Hello,
I want present my new app. that is in beta stage but fully functional: Phone usage monitor.
With this app you will be able to know when and how much you use your device and the apps that you have in it.
Please, report issues, if any, and suggest more events to monitorize.
Thanks
Play Store Description
Are you obsessed with your phone?
Up to what point?
Do you want to be aware of which apps are the most used?
Do you want to know what WiFi networks you connect to and at what time?
When are your applications updated?
Do you want to know if your phone suffers a expontaneous reboot or when you turn on or off the screen?
You need this app and you know it!
Play store link
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ryosoftware.phoneusagemonitor

Looking good! An option to exclude certain apps like Nova Launcher would be nice.

WDawn said:
Looking good! An option to exclude certain apps like Nova Launcher would be nice.
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Thanks for the suggestion. Great idea!

It would also be nice to be able to monitor a remote phone (opening up the app to for parental monitoring for example).
This could be achieved by either allowing to :
- send a daily report by mail
- having a client app with data synced whenever a connection is avaialable
- sending data to a central server
...

anyway to export the data as .csv ?

Hello, thanks for app!
Any chance to remove "full network access" from permissions in future ?

Heya! Congrats on making the portal. Good stuff you got there.
Here's some suggestions for the intro texts:
Part 1 - Current
"Do you want to know how do you use your smartphone?
You have installed this app, so the answer will surely be affirmative.
With this app you can know with what apps you lose your time; time which you could lose living your real life..."
Part 1 - Suggested
"Would you like to know how you use your smartphone?
Well, as you've already installed this app, that'll be an affirmative!
By gathering statistics about your apps with Phone Usage Monitor, you'll know where your precious time is creeping off to. Time you might want to spend on living your real life..."
Part 1 - Motivation
The second "do" doesn't really have a function in the first sentence and I made it a bit softer to make a more friendly first impression. I mentioned the app's name to remind the user what's going to help them (branding, be proud of your creation). I stayed true to your intention, the reference to 'real life', but made that a bit softer as well by using "might" and not mentioning a negative word like "lose". We're all winners here!
Part 2 - Current
"To let us know this information we will run a service in the background to monitor the use you make of your smartphone.
Quiet!, it will not consume more than a little bit of the precious battery of your mobile..."
Part 2 - Suggested
"You're probably wondering how much battery this app will consume. Don't worry, just a tiny bit.
Think about the time you will save after gaining all this usage intel. You won't even need as much battery anymore."
Part 2 - Motivation
Shouting "Quiet!" doesn't come across very friendly. There's also never a comma after an exclamation mark. I wrote the text to match the battery icon better. I'm also pushing the major goal of the app forward.
Part 3 - Current
"We will give you more information if you let us see how do you use the apps in your device..."
Part 3 - Suggested
"Sorry to bother you but I will need some usage access in order to provide you with all these awesome statistics. Is that okay with you?"
Part 3 - Motivation
"let us see" gives the impression multiple people or a company will be watching along, which totally isn't the case. I wrote it a bit more personal, fun and friendly.
Part 4 - Current
"Do not worry!
The data we collect is NOT sent anywhere."
Part 4 - Suggested
"Do not worry!
The data I collect is NOT sent anywhere."
Part 4 - Motivation
As in part 3, It's better to speak from a first person point of view, "I" instead of "we". It's just the app and the user, "you and me", which is a more comforting thought.
Instead of "START APP" I'd use something more vivid like "Lets go!" or "Show me some numbers!" or "Start saving time!"
The UDPA looks good, people are used to not reading these disclaimers and accepting them anyway. It's also a nice reminder that even if there is a "we", it's literally stating no personal data will be collected on any server. Kudos! :highfive:
I personally don't like the last paragraph but ah well, one has to make a living, right?
Looking forward to those stats...

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Heya! Congrats on making the portal. Good stuff you got there.
Here's some suggestions for the intro texts:
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Thanks, thanks, thanks!
I have updated the app with your suggestions.
English isn't my matter language
MaXX99 said:
It would also be nice to be able to monitor a remote phone (opening up the app to for parental monitoring for example).
This could be achieved by either allowing to :
- send a daily report by mail
- having a client app with data synced whenever a connection is avaialable
- sending data to a central server
...
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I need to think on it.
I would not like it to be used without consent to spy on anyone :/
legendnexus said:
anyway to export the data as .csv ?
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Sounds pretty good.
I have added to the ToDo
panfiluta said:
Hello, thanks for app!
Any chance to remove "full network access" from permissions in future ?
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Sorry, but Internet permission is needed to display Ads.
I understand that you do not believe in my word when I say that I am not sending data anywhere, but I need to access the Internet to load the Ads

Please add export data functionality! Csv format for example. Great app otherwise, thanks!

Crashing
Hi,. Unfortunately the app crashes every time I open it on my OnePlus 6 that runs Android 9. The first time run screens work fine and permissions are assigned ok but then I can't open the app. I have tried clearing the storage/cache and that hasn't helped. Any ideas what to try next please?

Hi
Assuming you're rooted, please, post a logcat or send by email.
Thanks
Peteba said:
Hi,. Unfortunately the app crashes every time I open it on my OnePlus 6 that runs Android 9. The first time run screens work fine and permissions are assigned ok but then I can't open the app. I have tried clearing the storage/cache and that hasn't helped. Any ideas what to try next please?
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bartito said:
Hi
Assuming you're rooted, please, post a logcat or send by email.
Thanks
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Sorry no not rooted..

Peteba said:
Sorry no not rooted..
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OK, I will try it by my self

Hello
I've tried but no luck reproducing the issue.
If possible, enter app settings then enable debug mode then reproduce the issue then sent the log file.
If not possible, please, contact by email or PM to receive a debug version of the app to track the issue.
Thanks in advance
Peteba said:
Sorry no not rooted..
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Peteba said:
Hi,. Unfortunately the app crashes every time I open it on my OnePlus 6 that runs Android 9. The first time run screens work fine and permissions are assigned ok but then I can't open the app. I have tried clearing the storage/cache and that hasn't helped. Any ideas what to try next please?
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I have the same Problem on my OnePlus 6 (A6003) running Android 9 (OxygenOS: 9.0.4)

max_m42 said:
I have the same Problem on my OnePlus 6 (A6003) running Android 9 (OxygenOS: 9.0.4)
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I have answered your PM

hi, in my view for PRO version i would like to keep data live for 365days and to export them in csv in order to analize with spreadsheet or other stuff.
thanks