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With the influx of US-TM HD2 owners coming up soon, one of the things I think they might ask for is a Yelp application. I'm guessing this because I wish I had one! It seems every other mobile OS besides Symbian has a native app, but we're stuck with using the mobile site! We don't want to be associated with those Nokia people do we?
If you aren't familiar with Yelp, it's a review site for pretty much any business you can think of - very popular for restaurants, bars, etc. I know people in the US use it a lot. Yelp has a UK/Canada presence as well, not sure how popular it is.
As mentioned, we can currently go to m.yelp.com and search, but it's not ideal since you have to type in your location, type in what you're looking for, and almost makes you not want to use it.
If you get the Yelp app for iPhone, webOS, Android, BB, etc., it'll use your phone's 'network triangulation' or GPS to automatically show you what's around you. Of course, once you have that, you can filter by category (restaurant, shopping, etc.), and sort by rating (and other various features.)
If you click on an item of interest, you can read the reviews, get details on the store (location, hours, etc.), and if the app is developed enough - write reviews, post pictures, and be a contributing member of the site.
Yelp has an API that seems pretty easy and robust, where requests are passed along like so
Code:
Sample Request:
[url]http://api.yelp.com/business_review_search?term=yelp&lat=37.788022&long=-122.399797&radius=10&limit=5&ywsid=XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX[/url]
And you get a crapload of data back, all nicely formatted and easy to handle.
More info here: http://www.yelp.com/developers
TBH, I would try and code it myself, but I'd only be able to create a backend, maybe (never coded for WM before.) The GUI is the most important part since a lot of the heavy lifting is done with the API (otherwise, we'd have to scrape and... ugh.)
I'm sure I'm not the only one that would be interested in such an app, and I'm willing to pay for it. I'll start a bounty of $20 for anyone interested in developing it! All I ask for release is a touch-friendly Yelp reader that transmits current location. Further yelp-contributing features can be developed later @devs discretion.
Maybe Aloqa could help?
Hi Mazzarin,
I am using Aloqa, by default it shows Cafes, Restaurants, "what's hot", Sights, Bars and Cubs, Movies, Wikipedia, Fashion and last.fm.
You can add other channels or create your own.
All the best,
Peter
Aloqa and Yelp
Aloqa has a Yelp channel as well... but...
I would LOVE to have Yelp... +1
I will also put in $10 bounty for this.
p_fr1968: Thanks for the heads up. I'm downloading it now veeerrry slowly. I looked up the app on Marketplace and it seems to have people that either love it or absolutely hate it so lets see!
taimoorhusain: I think I convinced a dev to do it, hopefully we'll see a release soon!
Only had a very quick look at this, shouldn't be too muh hassle writing an app for this, I'd have to dev it for windows then port it WM (as I'm new to the 3.5 cf so don't know what it can and more importantly can't do)
Tried aloqa... it works okay. Seems buggy, doesn't have kinetic scrolling, and only does GPS OR GSM location, not both. I'll write the devs with my thoughts and maybe they'll fix it up! But it DOES have Yelp!
djingonthenet - That would be cool if you could do it, but like I mentioned in the above post, a dev who already has a running app has stated he'll do it. More competition or something I guess?!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=619329
^Next2Me is the app.
mazzarin said:
Tried aloqa... it works okay. Seems buggy, doesn't have kinetic scrolling, and only does GPS OR GSM location, not both. I'll write the devs with my thoughts and maybe they'll fix it up! But it DOES have Yelp!
djingonthenet - That would be cool if you could do it, but like I mentioned in the above post, a dev who already has a running app has stated he'll do it. More competition or something I guess?!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=619329
^Next2Me is the app.
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well I'll have a look anyway, maybe knock up a basic version then see how it goes from there. is the next2me app just for USA locs or does it work in the UK as well?
At the moment, next2me uses google local so... pretty much everywhere.
Re: Aloqa, got a response back really quick:
Aloqa Feedback said:
We are working on a full featured version of Aloqa for WinMo that should have all the features you mention and more, including those available today exclusively on Aloqa for Android. We hope to launch it in 6 - 8 weeks, so please stay tuned!
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With the influx of US-TM HD2 owners coming up soon, one of the things I think they might ask for is a Yelp application. I'm guessing this because I wish I had one!
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Did you ever find a Yelp one? I know you mentioned the developer of Next2Me incorporating it into that (nice) app; but it doesn't seem to have happened.
I find Aloqa's interface a bit scruffy. I noticed there's an app for Qype in the uk app store (Qype's like Yelp but better for Uk/Europe; bit sketchy for U.S.) but I still can't find anything for Yelp in the U.S. or otherwise
Does the Yelp iphone app let you leave your own reviews (like Qype does)? I had a quick look at the Yelp API but it looks like it's 'read-only'. I think that's half the fun being able to tell people when your restaurant food arrived cold!
James.
Never found one unfortunately. Not sure about the capabilities of the iPhone app, but I'd be happy to get read-only access still!
Yeah me too. Thanks for letting me know. Fingers crossed the big organisations start writing their apps for at least WP7.
I'll email the author of the winmo Qype app (Magic Guidebook) and see if he's willing to add in Yelp.
Awesome, let me know how it goes.
Hi there...
I`m pretty new to android and i am looking for an app were i can control my xbmc with.
On ther IPhone i had RemoteX and i am looking for something like that...
It should have an server software for the PC so i can start xbmc with the phone...
Perfectly it should include WOL, XBMC Starting...
Thx in advance
I'm also looking for such a program. But nothing suitable has not found ...
I use this one on my xbmc...
http://xbmc.org/freezy3k/2010/07/13/official-xbmc-remote-for-android/
Though im running xbmc live on my acer revo. but it works great.. not sure if it does what you need.. but take a look.
Team XBMC sez:
Nearly a year ago, topfs2 started working on a remote client for Android phones and was shortly joined by me, not even having my phone yet. The project grew rapidly and soon the_alien and mikkle joined the show. While the app was always freely available via Google Code, we’ve decided today that it’s time for a public beta release on Android Market. It’s still not final, but we’ve received much positive feedback from users, and after all a Market distribution is much more convenient for both us developers as well as the users.
There is still a lot to do, but the basics should work fairly well. Besides using the app as pure remote control with the look of the famous Xbox DVD Dongle, you’ll be able to browse your music, movie and TV shows library. Browse through your albums by genre or artist, select or queue an album without even turning on your television? No problem. Make incoming calls automagically pause the film you’re watching? Go to settings and check the option. You can find a complete list of features on the project page. Also check out the screenshots gallery.
You’ll need at least Android v1.5 (Cupcake) and XBMC v9.11 (Camelot) in order to run it correctly. Also, XBMC’s coming up Dharma release will be fully supported. If you have a suggestion or find a bug, please use our issue tracker and not the comments in Android Market. If you need discuss other stuff you’re not sure about, use our forum. We are looking forward to your comments and suggestions
hxxp://xbmc.org/freezy3k/2010/07/13/official-xbmc-remote-for-android/
I use it every night, works great, very stable.
Well that is pretty nice...
Ist there an app were i can remote start programms incl an wol client? Or an app were i can just remotely start without wol...
That would be sweeet...
(my) First app ever! Proof of concept, wanted to port some java code into android as fun project. This app is effectively a slimmed-down version of Google Hacks for android.
It performs a modified google search with emphasis on specific file types to help you find music, movies, books or anything else right through your browser, directly to your phone/tablet.
It is very small, but effective, especially with the right searches. It's also easy on the eyes and has simple controls. Comments and suggestions are welcome! I'm a fresh android developer and would love to hear what you think.
Very nice!
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Are you the same developer for blackberry version of file Scout?
That's what she said...
@onestop: thank you!
@ayysir: no, I am not affiliated with the developers of FileScout for Blackberry in any way. I wrote this app without the intentions of publishing it, just as a test, and picked the name on a whim to help describe the app's function a little better.
Perfect man. Well done
Just released this to the Play Store yesterday. It may be a simple app, but it can really come in handy. It lists every shout available for Skyrim for use with the Xbox's Kinect and includes the original voice recordings to give users an idea of the pronunciation of the dragon words.
I know most people will not have a use for this application, but if you fall in the minority that owns an Xbox, a Kinect, and an Android device, this app is for you.
Give it a download on the Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...MsImNvbS5hbmRyb21vLmRldjU2MjU0LmFwcDU4MDUzIl0.
I just happen to fall under the "minority" you mentioned. Testing it out now.
I have finished playing Skyrim a month ago, and had no idea Bethesda enabled Kinect voice control. The game suddenly has replay value again.
Pros:
The app works well on my B&N Nook Tablet CM7.
A simple app that nicely fits an existing niche. All I can remember without this is probably just Fus Roh Dah.
Cons:
Some shouts are truncated too quickly and ends abruptly.
The shouts also seem higher pitched than what I'm used to from the games.
The kinect update is already out? Man I'm behind....
Come over to the dark side...
Planned updates
Not sure how many of you are aware of this, but this app required no coding on my behalf. I used an application generator called Andromo.
In the future, I'm hoping to code this myself and include many more features.
I will eventually include all 200+ commands into this application once I have coded it myself. This app is just a test to see if there is any interest.
Thanks for the support
Thanks a lot for the feedback. I had some issues with the sounds files from the game. These issues should be sorted shortly.
All of the shout files are divided into two files; the first file contains the first word and the second file contains the last two words. Joining the files together was a bit of a problem, but I'll improve them soon.
Thanks a lot
Large update planned:
Hoping to include all 200+ voice commands, not just the shouts.
So the app should become a huge help when playing the game.
This app is awesomely helpful....however I'm having a ***** of a time actually getting my kinect to respond quickly.
Come over to the dark side...
Works great as a sound board. I haven't got a Kinect -- I have an Xbox 360, but I play Skyrim on the PC, so this app is useless to me for the intended purpose, but I downloaded it because I thought it would be fun. Anyway, works great on Electrify 2.3.5, if you were looking for compatibility.
Thanks for the support and the feedback everyone!
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Updated to version 1.1 in the Play Store
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Forget about S-Voice, the Speaktoit (Speak To It) Assistant App, is Prettier, Faster, Better and Easier to Score
Named on of the "Top 10 Apps for Android Phones" by the New Your Times .... Runs on Android 2.1 or higher ... No need for Root (runs on UnRooted devices)
FROM PC WORLD REVIEW:
" Speaktoit Assistant is a virtual buddy for your Android device that uses natural language technology to answer questions, find information, and connect you with various web services, such as Google, Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, and many others. .....The Assistant works with your smartphone to get maps, search for news and images, look up weather reports, convert currency and measurements, send email, and much more. .....No need to memorize special commands or complex interfaces - simply speak or type in everyday language and the Assistant will understand and respond with what you need. ... If you want a Siri-like app on your 'droid, this is one of your better options. " PC WORLD
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I downloaded S-Voice over a week ago. I was somewhat impressed, but kept running into a number of problems.
So I continued researching. I tried Vlingo, and number of other voice assist apps.
After all this, I've come to the conclusion the Speaktoit Assistant App is the best.
Give it a try, I think you will like it. Especially, if you have been frustrated witht he crippled functionality of S-Voice so far.
So for now, I say "Forget about S-Voice, the Speaktoit Assistant App, is Prettier, Faster, Better and Easier to Score"
(( I like the Pretty Girl Avatar. If you don't like pretty girl avatars, you can change it to a Dude, or even a Microphone ))
The current version of Speaktoit Assistant App is ver 0.4
Available at Google Play Store: HERE
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...SwyLDEwOSwiY29tLnNwZWFrdG9pdC5hc3Npc3RhbnQiXQ..
Also Available at these Alternate download Sites:
http://depositfiles.com/files/cmcpkyctz
http://www.crocko.com/C7BAE4FC3C2C4B59BA261F04DCA2559E/Speaktoit_Assistant_v0.4.apk
http://www5.zippyshare.com/v/10988789/file.html
http://apk-apps.blogspot.com/2012/04/speaktoit-assistant-v039-apk-app.html
https://rapidshare.com/#!download|6...k|2064|R~3C809F63ABD604A919E81E58A725D8E9|0|0
http://www.crocko.com/C7BAE4FC3C2C4B59BA261F04DCA2559E/Speaktoit_Assistant_v0.4.apk
Google Search: http://www.google.com/search?ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&q=Speaktoit+Assistant+v0.4&btnG=Search+Now
+1
Been using Speaktoit Assistant for a looong time
That's why I always laugh a little when someone mentions Siri or S-Voice
Speaktoit craps on them both
I guess you should post some more info about that apk
Just remember that the leaked S-Voice isn't a finished product.
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I haven't used this one yet because the UI is hideous.
"Prettier" - I'm sorry, what..?
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DirgeExtinction said:
Just remember that the leaked S-Voice isn't a finished product.
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Neither is Speaktoit.. it's a work in progress and it does fantastic. It's in the market for free, try it if you want to see for yourself. IMO, works way better than Siri, and my friends who have the iPhone agree..
You can change the avatar to be an microphone icon and use your background
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I will concur, this is a great app.
FJ pimped my pride
1) That's the problem with applications being grabbed from a phone that hasn't hit the market yet and run on phones that aren't "officially" supported - somehow people still blame the developers.
2) Tell me if you understand these questions....
What is David Wright's career batting average?
What time is Grimm on tv?
Once a Voice Assistant can understand questions like that I will call it "useful". To me, all these programs are still in development stage. I've tried all of them (except S Voice) and they are all limited to pre-programmed commands and hit-or-miss some very simple everyday questions.
njmsmith said:
1) That's the problem with applications being grabbed from a phone that hasn't hit the market yet and run on phones that aren't "officially" supported - somehow people still blame the developers.
2) Tell me if you understand these questions....
What is David Wright's career batting average?
What time is Grimm on tv?
Once a Voice Assistant can understand questions like that I will call it "useful". To me, all these programs are still in development stage. I've tried all of them (except S Voice) and they are all limited to pre-programmed commands and hit-or-miss some very simple everyday questions.
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Ok, but Speaktoit still outperforms the alternatives...
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Best vlingo by far. Once navigation is back, it will be my daily driver.
FJ pimped my pride
ingenious247 said:
Neither is Speaktoit.. it's a work in progress and it does fantastic. It's in the market for free, try it if you want to see for yourself. IMO, works way better than Siri, and my friends who have the iPhone agree..
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Yeah, but where does Speaktoit get its information from? Both S-Voice and Siri get their info from Wolfram Alpha.
I'm waiting for Google's Assistant, aka Project Majel, to hit. I'm sure the Nexus devices will be among the first to get a taste. Instead of using Wolfram Alpha, Assistant will use Google's own search engine and their new Knowledge Graph.
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DirgeExtinction said:
Yeah, but where does Speaktoit get its information from? Both S-Voice and Siri get their info from Wolfram Alpha.
I'm waiting for Google's Assistant, aka Project Majel, to hit. I'm sure the Nexus devices will be among the first to get a taste. Instead of using Wolfram Alpha, Assistant will use Google's own search engine and their new Knowledge Graph.
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Or you can just download the Wolfram Alpha app.
Customize Your SpeakToIt Avatar to your Personal Likes
Customize Your SpeakToIt Avatar to your Personal Likes
Wow, I just discovered that you can go into Settings and Customize your avatar.
I managed to enhance my already pretty avatar by changing her hair, eyes, lips, nose, etc.
Now when she speaks to me, I understand her in a more personal way.
You can also Build you own avatar,
Change You Avatat's Body, Hair, Brows, Eyes, Glasses, Nose, Mouth, Clothes
Change your avatar's Voice, FemaleUSA, MaleUSA, FemaleUK, MaleUK
Change your avatar's background.
You can also change your Te3xtToSpeech Engine - Google or Pico or Samsung (if installed)
I'm having fun with this SpeakToIt voice assistant app.
To be honest, im looking forward to utter since it seems to have the best functionality overall
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1508195
Probably common knowledge but I found if funny...
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App design is like a cartoon! Maybe if it was made more professional looking, I could use it. Now it is just a toy trying to ride on Siri's popularity. I would rather use Galaxy S voice. Even though it sucks. These days looks go hand in hand with performance.