Tools:
SnapTell (Barcode scanner)
Handcent (Text Message app)
Dolphin Browser (Internet Browser)
Bank of America
Craigsphone (Craigslist app)
LinkedIn
Open Table
USA Today
Key Ring
Shop Savvy
Barcode Scanner
Health:
Calorie Counter
Cardio Trainer
Music/Ringtones:
Pandora (Music)
i Music (Music)
TuneWiki (Music)
Shazam (Music)
Mobilo Ringtones (Ringtones)
Ringdroid
this is the thing, everyone has a different definition of "must have" so eventually every app in the market will be posted here...
Not really. Because the market store isn't as good as the Iphones market store for searching I think doing it this way will help people get some good apps. I feel like even though everyone has a different definition people will still only post useful, good apps on here.
I started out using lite, with which you can use in game saves and everything works. GBA games are made for mobile, so most of them have pretty reasonable save points. (The SNES Final Fantasy games ported to GBA added save anywhere for example)
Then I decided to buy the paid version for even more save options and to support the developer. I got the games just Googling for them.
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Long list of stuff up there. The most useful one I have installed for customization is Ring Extender.
It allows me to assign any sound I have to my incoming text messages and notifications so I know who is texting me.
It does not show up as an app so there will not be an icon for it. To use it,
press menu/settings/sound and display/phone ringtone or notification ringtone. A pop up will ask what program to use, choose rings extended. You will have access to other ringtones, mp3 files, or sounds that you have on your SD Card.
If you have a 3rd party text like chompSMS, you will have to customize the sounds through that application.
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Make sure you follow these directions. If you try to open it, it will just give you an error screen.
To use it, after it is installed...
From the Home screen - press menu>settings>sound and display>phone ringtone or notification ringtone. A pop up will ask what program to use, choose rings extended. You will have access to other ringtones, mp3 files, or sounds that you have on your SD Card.
If you have a 3rd party text like chompSMS, you will have to customize the sounds through that application.
Last edited by superchaos; December 13th, 2009 at 01:21 PM.
Reason: added from home screen
i use FxCamera alot. i love the toy camera and symmetrical camera modes. i also use the daily dilbert app to pass by 1st period physics. the metal detector app is a good party trick too .
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Rings Extended and ChompSMS work great! Now I can have differents sounds for text messages from different people. One thing that was driving me crazy. Got to have Guns and Roses Sweet Child O Mine notification for the kids!! Love this phone!! Love this forum! Thank you everyone for your time and knowledge. Ya'll rock!!
Thanks for the list of must have apps. However, lots of people post what they call the app, not necessarily the actual name of the app. When we search for the app listed it says it does not exist. Pleas post the actual Market Place name of the app so others are able to find it in the Market Place.
thanks!!
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Ok since the update to ChompSMS I can't get it to work. Have uninstalled and reinstalled more times than I can count. Every time I hit send button it force stops. Sucks. Maybe they will have new update that will fix it.
ChomSms is doing the same thing to me as well but only for Verizon numbers. When I text someone thats on a different network it goes through..... I had to download Handcent to send out texts and its working flawlessly...... I am liking Handcent more and more
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Originally Posted by moonsbabe
Ok since the update to ChompSMS I can't get it to work. Have uninstalled and reinstalled more times than I can count. Every time I hit send button it force stops. Sucks. Maybe they will have new update that will fix it.
Mine is working. No problems sending to VZ or others yet. Do you have to reboot your phone after setting the chompSMS to default?
Last edited by superchaos; December 14th, 2009 at 02:00 PM.
Reason: reboot
I wouldnt call it "must have", but I came across a very handy app ... aFile Lite 1.2.0 by mAPPin Inc. Formerly known as Discover.
It allows you to transfer files to and from your phone using the WiFi in your phone. The only downfall thus far is having to restart the phone to use the files.
Does anyone know how to reload or mount/unmount the SD card without hooking it up to a PC? This program would be perfect if you could move the file over and it would show up right away.
Does anyone know how to reload or mount/unmount the SD card without hooking it up to a PC? This program would be perfect if you could move the file over and it would show up right away.
But um...I don't know how to mount the card once you do that. Probably have to either hook it up to the computer, or physically take out the card and then put the card back in. Doh...
Edit:Yeah, I took off the battery cover and took out the microSD and put it back in. It mounted automatically. Pain in the... though.
I just noticed there's a space to the right of the camera that should be where the flash is! Dang it...I wish they had kept the flash in there, instead of skimpin' out like that...
Last edited by ttran97; December 16th, 2009 at 12:32 PM.
But um...I don't know how to mount the card once you do that. Probably have to either hook it up to the computer, or physically take out the card and then put the card back in. Doh...
Edit:Yeah, I took off the battery cover and took out the microSD and put it back in. It mounted automatically. Pain in the... though.
I just noticed there's a space to the right of the camera that should be where the flash is! Dang it...I wish they had kept the flash in there, instead of skimpin' out like that...
Good to know, but defeats the purpose of having an easy was to move documents onto your SD card from your computer. If there was a toggle for mounting/unmounting that would work well.
Google Voice
Ebuddy (Multi IM Client)
Bloo (Facebook)
Movies (Flickster)
Pkt Auctions (Ebay Client)
ak notepad
lastfm (like pandora but better)
1337pwn (xbox live)
cherry player *lots of free stations)
google goggles
lookout (cell location)
paypal
pdanet
Google Voice
Ebuddy (Multi IM Client)
Bloo (Facebook)
Movies (Flickster)
Pkt Auctions (Ebay Client)
ak notepad
lastfm (like pandora but better)
1337pwn (xbox live)
cherry player *lots of free stations)
google goggles
lookout (cell location)
paypal
pdanet
thats what i have
I thought google goggles only works with 1.6. When I do a search, it says, no matches in Android Market.
my current favorite app has to be gmote! it is a remote on your phone to open things on your computer such as music movies and internet. You need a computer that can use internet on a wireless network otherwise it won't work but it is fun to randomly turn music on from anywhere in your house.
Good to know, but defeats the purpose of having an easy was to move documents onto your SD card from your computer. If there was a toggle for mounting/unmounting that would work well.
Ok, so now it is a must have. Using your WiFi connection you can transfer files from your computer to your Eris or from your Eris to your computer using aFile. If you move the files to your Eris, you then need to run SCrescan so the Eris can find the files. This is so much easier than using the USB connector.
A lot of these apps on here I use everyday! But for me, an app that is a must have is "Screebl", free and works perfectly. This app uses the accelorometer to prevent your phone from sleeping while you are using it. I suggest you check this app out, once you install it you almost forget it is there. But if you ever uninstall it you will want it back ASAP!!!
I compiled a list of the Apps that I currently use frequently. All the links provide a QR Code to download the app as well as screenshots and comments. I hope it helps somebody.
GAMES
Bonsai Blast (Free): shoot to match colored balls in groups of 3 or more. The action gets increasingly more difficult as you play.
Movies by Flickster (Free): Get showtimes for the top box office movies. View local theaters, browse 65,000 DVDs, watch 15,000 trailers, and read reviews from Rotten Tomatoes
OpenTable (Free): Find the 100 closest OpenTable restaurants in the US, Canada, UK/Ireland, Mexico and check availability. Plan ahead and book reservations, view restaurant menus, and view fresh reviews from recent OpenTable diners
Slacker Radio (Free): Listen to free personalized radio on your mobile phone. With millions of songs from thousands of artists, Slacker Radio is the best way to discover new artists and hear your favorite songs. Listen for free to over 100 expert-programmed radio stations from every genre or create your own custom stations.
TuneWiki (Free): Allows you to listen to music while watching subtitled lyrics, translated to 40+ languages. Features include Music Maps, Top 50 Charts, Shoutcast, Last.fm, and music videos.
TV.com (Free): Access the videos you want anywhere you go including full episodes. Get video from CBS, The CW, CNET, ET, Showtime, CBS News, CBS Sports and much more! Watch your favorite shows anywhere, anytime on TV.com. No subscription fees apply.
Evernote (Free): Evernote turns your Android phone into an extension of your brain. This app lets you remember and recall anything that happens in your life. From notes to ideas to snapshots to recordings, put everything into Evernote and watch as it all instantly synchronizes from your phone to the Web to your PC.
Barcode Scanner (free): Scan barcodes on CDs, books, and other products, then look up prices and reviews, or search for a word in a book and find where it occurs. You can also scan QR Codes containing URLs, contact info, calendar events, and more.
Meebo IM (Free): Chat with friends on AIM MSN Yahoo Facebook MySpace Google Talk Jabber and ICQ. It uses data (not SMS). Use a Meebo account and your IM history will be saved and you can access it from any computer at Meebo - Connecting AIM, MSN, Yahoo, Facebook, MySpace messengers
NBA Game Time Lite (Free): Live scoring app from the NBA - refreshed for the 2009-10 season with more information and a stunning new look. Follow every game with live scores, team and player stats and TV information. See all games for any day of the season, arranged by start times.
Better Cut ($1.99): Create system setting shortcuts to toggle gps, wifi, etc. The ability to change shortcut icons and names. Create website shortcuts.
SDrescan (Free): A small tool that invokes the android media scanner to rescanning the SD card for new media files. This is a must of your going to move files on to your devise over WiFi or by FTP.
WaveSecure Mobile Security (Free if downloaded before Jan 31): A mobile security app that protects your phone, data & privacy in the event of theft. Track SIM changes, lock, backup, wipe & restore your data. Manage or find your lost phone via a secure site.
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List of must have Apps! (please add)
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