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Best Android Apps - sans Twitter

It seems that whenever I do a search for apps that others find useful, Twitter and Facebook are all the rage.
Seriously, there are "Top Ten Apps" lists out there that will have two or three different Twitter apps listed on them. It drives me insane because I don't care about Twitter and I don't find it productive in the least (just a personal preference matter, no offense to you tweet-aholics out there).
I would like to know social networks and twitter aside, which apps do you find most useful or productive?

Advanced Task killer (name says all)
Astro (explorer that allows you to browse SD card and install apps)
aTrackDog (allows to check new app versions)
Call logs backup & restore/SMS Backup & restore/APN Backup & restore (names says all)
CoPilot Live (payed GPS)
Meridian (Media player with subtitle support)
Shazam (app that "listens" the song and identify it)
Uninstaller (app to uninstall apps)
Zedge (to search for nice wallpapers)
Doubletwist (media player with PC version that allows to sync libraries)
GPS test (to check for satellites in view)
AppBrain App Market and Fast web installer (market alternative that allows to install straight from the webpage)
Games:
Angry birds
Frozen bubble
Jewls
These are my must have every time i try a new rom.

DeuXGod said:
Advanced Task killer (name says all)
Astro (explorer that allows you to browse SD card and install apps)
aTrackDog (allows to check new app versions)
Call logs backup & restore/SMS Backup & restore/APN Backup & restore (names says all)
CoPilot Live (payed GPS)
Meridian (Media player with subtitle support)
Shazam (app that "listens" the song and identify it)
Uninstaller (app to uninstall apps)
Zedge (to search for nice wallpapers)
Doubletwist (media player with PC version that allows to sync libraries)
GPS test (to check for satellites in view)
AppBrain App Market and Fast web installer (market alternative that allows to install straight from the webpage)
Games:
Angry birds
Frozen bubble
Jewls
These are my must have every time i try a new rom.
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Nice, there are a few on here I will have to check out. Thanks for not mentioning Twitter or Facebook apps!

My list includes:
- Maps BRUT (Turns maps / naviation into a full car GPS unit)
- Missed Reminders (Does what it says)
- MeContacts (nicer app for placing favourite 'instant dial' widget')
- Double Twist (Mentioned above)
- Pocket Auctions Ebay
- Slideit Soft Keyboard / Swype
- Time Clock Time Traking by Spotlight 6 (Used for tracking work time for clients)
- Dolphin Browser
- Shazam (Mentioned before)
- Robo Defense (Fun game)
- Executive Assistant. (Summary of sms's, emails, missed calls, etc as a widget)
- Flashlight (Name says it all)
- Weatherbug
- Springpad. (Online notes that sync with phone and vise versa)
- Starfield Active Wallpaper (coz I'm a geek ;-)
- The Weather Channel

Here's my current list - 113 market apps, not a single "social" one among them.
http://www.appbrain.com/user/nawoa
Note the absence of a task killer, since I wasn't dropped on my head as a child.
All those, plus the standard Cyanogenmod and Google Apps stuff and a couple that aren't available through the market, like Swype. Thank goodness for DT-A2SD!

Thank you. I bought my phone today & I'm downloading some apps from your link.

Glad to be of service! What kind of phone did you get?
More than anything else, make sure to install Juice Defender. It does simple, completely transparent background power management that should've been built into the OS from the beginning, imho.
Example, if your screen's off, what are the chances you need your power-hungry data connection going? Why not shut it off for 14 minutes out of every 15, and then keep it running until it's no longer being used? Instantly your battery life is greatly extended during times when your phone's in standby.
Or, how about doing the same thing, only keeping it off most of the time a certain application, like a video player, is in the foreground?
Makes sense, right?
No, I'm not affiliated with its developer
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HTC Desire (SLCD) S-OFF / Cyanogenmod

nawoa said:
Glad to be of service! What kind of phone did you get?
More than anything else, make sure to install Juice Defender. It does simple, completely transparent background power management that should've been built into the OS from the beginning, imho.
Example, if your screen's off, what are the chances you need your power-hungry data connection going? Why not shut it off for 14 minutes out of every 15, and then keep it running until it's no longer being used? Instantly your battery life is greatly extended during times when your phone's in standby.
Or, how about doing the same thing, only keeping it off most of the time a certain application, like a video player, is in the foreground?
Makes sense, right?
No, I'm not affiliated with its developer
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HTC Desire (SLCD) S-OFF / Cyanogenmod
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I have a SE Xperia X8. By the way, do ypu mange roms ? Can you take a look at my post about the Xperia X8 ?
( forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=816819 )

[Q] What prodctivity apps do you use?

I've tried a number of the free ones and I've bought a few, with mixed results. I guess I expect something more. Anyone have any recommendations for managing your phone better?
Clutch Pad is one of the best I've found. I've been following it since beta and the dev is responsive and updating drastically with huge improvements. I'm running my phone faster now, which is great.
Anyone else try it? Alternatives?
G2 & Galaxy Tab
-CA

wow.. 90 views and zero replies..
anyway.. a few that I use are..
1. mint.com - it links to your bank accounts and gives you a bunch of info about them.. as well as how your spending your money.. I love this app!! (FREE)
2. dropbox - link folders from your computer to your phone and other computers. (FREE)
3. job search - app that you can search for jobs from thats on indeed.com (FREE)
4. logmein - remote access to your computer... this program is alright. TOO expensive.. probably around 30 dollars (PAID)
5. PrinterShare - allows you to print documents, pictures ect. from your phone to a wireless printer. (FREE/PAID)
6.Smooth Calendar - calander app that links to your default calendar and has a great home widget for it.. I love this one (FREE)
7. Swarm - lets you download torrents to your phone. (PAID)
8. YouMail - alternate voicemail app. allows you to change voicemail for anyone that calls you to whatever you want. so everyone can here something diffrent.. plus more.. I LOVE THIS PROGRAM.. YOU MUST TRY PLUS ITS FREE!! (FREE)
9. Yahoo Answers - app that links you to Yahoo Answers website (FREE)
10. Flashlight - Turn your camera flash into a flashlight. (FREE)
Google Maps - You should know lol.. (FREE)
NOT SURE IF THESE ARE PRODUCTIVITY APPS BUT HERE YOU GO..
1. Wireless Tether - allows you to wirelessly tether your phone to a computer.. must be rooted (FREE)
2. Where's My Droid - if you lose your phone. you can send it a text and either get a google maps location or here it ring. even if the ringer is all the way down (FREE/DONATE)
3. Roam Control - "Turn your phone into a Veriszon phone". allows you to turn on roaming and keep it on without having it trying to look for a Sprint signal (PAID)
4. Safe Neighborhood - locate sex offenders either by your GPS location or search by address. (FREE I THINK)
5. Realtor.com - App that links you to Realtor.com where you can look for a house to rent or buy. (FREE)
6. PdaNet - wire tether you phone for internet access to thru USB or blutooth (PAID)
THATS ALL I CAN THINK OFF.. IT TOOK ME OVER A HALF A HOUR TO TYPE ALL THIS.. SO I PRAY IT HELPS.. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF IT DID!!!

If you are looking for a program to enhance your launcher, Itching Thumb is my favorite. Its still in beta, but coming along nicely. I turn off the indication bar on the side & just double press the home button to use it. It has thumbnails of open programs (large ones if you are rooted!), a bar for entering gestures to start apps, as well as a bar for shortcuts. Works great for jumping from app to app!
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- I second dropbox. Love this app so much. Makes it so easy to share/move files.
- I'm a GoLauncher fan. I tried LauncherPro but it just was slow for me.
- Evernote. I use this on all my computers. It's the program I use to capture recipes, design ideas, travel ideas, and any other articles/websites/photos I want to remember
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Dropbox for syncing various applications and documents to multiple files.
Gmail: Whenever I see a link or find something I want to watch or read later, I just email the URL to a separate email address made just for this.
Colornote: For inputting notes and stuff when I need to remember something.
Astrid: Class work and homework goes in here; it gets displayed on my home screen with executive assistant.
Executive assistant: program that aggregates a lot of data (sms,email, missed calls, tasks, calendar) into a widget. (Paid)
Rooted/ROM Captivate
Rooted Atrix

Must have apps??

What are some must have apps?? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Also if you have some apps that you like just cause it's fun or you really like it that would be great.
- Titanium Backup and Rom Toolbox [FOR ROOTED PURPOSES].
- TSF SHELL {As my launcher}
- n7player {as my music player}
- SoundAbout { for faulty wires, it detects when an AUX cable is plugged in}
- ZArchiver { to unzip files }
- Alarm Clock PLUS { so i can wake up in the morning }
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE APPS???

Ok. For me the must have apps are:
1. Google Service Framework.
2. Input.
3. LBE Privacy Guard (If I need to control the privacy permission and data usage).
4. Link2SD.
5. WPS Office.
6. Youdao Dictionary
As for launcher, I'm using CM's Trebuchet.

Falcon Pro - Twitter client
Action Launcher Pro - Minimal launcher with quick access to search and App drawer
Pocket - Google Reader
Exynos SIII; CM10.1

For me...
Titanium backup.. A must if you like to switch roms often.
TSF Shell as my launcher... In my opinion the best launcher out there. More than worth the money
Power amp player as my default music player... The best in my opinion as it has a built in equalizer where you can tweak the sounds to your liking.
Button savior... Only because I have a modded body glove case to house my anker 4440mah extended battery and I don't like pushing the buttons too much and this app allows the main buttons to be on the screen.
Zedge... Only because I switch wallpapers constantly and Zedge fits them the best to the s3 screen without cropping or resizing
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SetCPU.
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Titanium Backup
Swiftkey
Adaway
Clean Master
....
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Titanium Backup
Dropbox
Solid explorer

Angry Birds, of course, because of several important reasons
gStrings to tune my guitar
Google Translate comes in handy when Chinese text needs to be translated
Airdroid

Cool Reader first of all, as I love reading books. Titanium Backup is also a must for all rooted devices. And n7player for music.

AW: Must have apps??
PowerAmp for music
HaxSync
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How could i forget???
- Onavo Count { to see how much data you have used up for limited plans}
- Tiny Flashlight+LED { To see in the dark }
- TweetCaster { fastest twitter- yet I like the main app better}
- Mx Player { to watch movies with better resolution}

Play Store
Superuser (Elite)
3G Watchdog
TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile Security
Busy Box (Pro)
Corporate Adressbook
Droid Wall
hike
Hill Climb Racing :laugh:
LBE Privacy Guard
QR Droid
ROM Toolbox (Pro)
SoundHound
Titanium Backup (Pro)
Voltage Control (Extreme)
WhatsApp
Clean Master
AdFree
App-Shop (Amazon)
BetterBatteryStats
BurgerKing
UnlockYourBrain

My Apps
1. Action Launcher pro - personally I love the launcher, it's simple to use, and does a good job of simplifying everything. I feel as if it's still a young launcher, so there are somethings missing like being able to back up the current set up, but it's impressive, and continues to get better with every update.
2. Snapchat - instead of sending a text you can send a picture or video for a specified amount of time for a friend to view. it's fun to use.
3. Chrome Beta - it works the same as the regular Chrome browser but seems to be a little faster.
4. Google Drive - same as Dropbox, but it's connected to your gmail account. If you're an android user, which I expect you to be if you're on this link, than using google drive is a benefit.
5. Skydrive - is you use Microsoft than Skydrive is good to have. I keep all of my photos and video's on here, and keep my files on google drive, and dropbox.

nice apps

TheNec said:
Play Store
Superuser (Elite)
3G Watchdog
TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile Security
Busy Box (Pro)
Corporate Adressbook
Droid Wall
hike
Hill Climb Racing :laugh:
LBE Privacy Guard
QR Droid
ROM Toolbox (Pro)
SoundHound
Titanium Backup (Pro)
Voltage Control (Extreme)
WhatsApp
Clean Master
AdFree
App-Shop (Amazon)
BetterBatteryStats
BurgerKing
UnlockYourBrain
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How to they help? - - for some of all.
I have a question is Battery Calibration good?
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nemanja1990 said:
3. Chrome Beta - it works the same as the regular Chrome browser but seems to be a little faster.
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If I'm not mistaken, there's some kind of data compressor implemented in it, so it should work faster than regular chrome.

QuickPic

A-FrenZy said:
How to they help? - - for some of all.
I have a question is Battery Calibration good?
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Sorry but it don't know if I understand the first question. Do you want to know what those apps do?
And the 2.:
You should never use any Battery Calibration app. Afaik those apps reduce battery life if you use them too often. I've read some articles on the internet about that and it seems that the best for your (lithium ion / lithium polymer) battery is to keep the charge level between 20/50% and 80%. This means that you should avoid going below 20% and over 80% and charge the battery when its under 50%. And also NEVER under- or overcharge it. This may cause serious damage! Those things should extend your battery life to the maximum. And again: I'm no expert on this. This is just what I've read from people who say that they are experienced with such things
If you have a new battery and that's why you are asking:
The battery needs 4 or 5 complete charge cycles to get to its full capacity (5 x 0% to 100% or 10 x 50% to 100% or 25 x 40% to 60% and so on)

GAME APPS
- Magic Piano
- Hill Climb Racing
- Temple Run 2
- Subway Surfer
I would typically play these apps when I'm bored

TheNec said:
Play Store
Superuser (Elite)
3G Watchdog
TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile Security
Busy Box (Pro)
Corporate Adressbook
Droid Wall
hike
Hill Climb Racing :laugh:
LBE Privacy Guard
QR Droid
ROM Toolbox (Pro)
SoundHound
Titanium Backup (Pro)
Voltage Control (Extreme)
WhatsApp
Clean Master
AdFree
App-Shop (Amazon)
BetterBatteryStats
BurgerKing
UnlockYourBrain
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[How to] install apps on your Android Wear

How to install apps on your Android Wear smartwatch
>> By David [email protected]
1. Find your apps
Google has kindly put up a gallery of Android Wear apps on Google Play – most of these apps have been updated to provide something else on your wrist besides simple notifications. A growing number of them (including @here) have been built specifically for watches rather than phones, but are still installed through your mobile.
You can find the same selection from the Android Wear app on your smartphone: choose 'Browse suggested apps' from the front page of the app.
2. If you've ever installed apps on your phone then you can install apps on your smartwatch – the process is exactly the same for Android Wear apps whether you're using Google Play on the web or the Play app on your phone. Tap through the confirmation screens (and any payment information dialogs) to start downloading your chosen app. Apps specifically built for Android Wear will be transferred over automatically and won't show up as icons in the list of apps on your smartphone.
3. If you want to run an app from your watch, with the new Lollipop 5.1 update there is a new list of apps to choose from before you hit the old actions list - just tap any app to start using it. The menu is the first list that comes up when you swipe to the left before contacts.
Most apps also come with a voice command you can use as an alternative way of launching them (check the app descriptions for details).
4. Watch navigation and Launching from your phone, Setting up notifications>>Setting up default apps

Good tut

Thanks for the tutorial. Very easy to follow.

How to install apps on your Android wear
Soon I'm planning to hit a purchase to android wear smartwatch & the informative content that you have posted will be helpful for me in future.. Thanks a lot for the same.

Useful information. But will it work, if I am using a modified version of Android. Like I am thinking about having a Block Modular Smart watch.

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Can I just say what a relief to find someone who actually knows what they're talking about on the internet? You definitely know how to bring an issue to light and make it important. More people need to read this and understand this side of the story. I can't believe you're not more popular because you definitely have the gift.

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Why does it take so many apps to do what I want ?

So I love the flexibility of Android and use it for my entertainment and data in my SUV, but what does it have to take so many apps to give me what I want. I have to use several apps to create my own dashboard. I would love to pair up with someone to create all this in a single app, I have no coding skills or I would work on myself.
Apps Needed:
Zopper Widget Pro
Tasker
Torque Pro
Waze
Spotify
Tablet Talk
Popup Widget Pro
The main screen has basic calendar events on the right side, the left side will show when I'm connected to the cars ECU, GPS is active, WIFI on or off, and if the bluetooth is connected to my phone. It also pulls some relevant car data using Torque Pro, these are just some of the more relevant points of data for me. They update in realtime by having the data written to a log file and Tasker pulling the data from the file. The music button will popup a grid layout of my Spotify playlist, or minimize after a few seconds if nothing is selected. Navigation will open Waze. The OBD button will switch to screen 2 below.
Screenshot_20160611-220833 by Kevin Hughes, on Flickr
On this screen I wanted to be able to see a lot of data points, some are just to fill space since this is not in a sports car.
Screenshot_20160611-220816 by Kevin Hughes, on Flickr
What do you like or dislike about this setup?

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230428 here ask about this