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Beginner tips?!

Gevis

Android Enthusiast
Dec 4, 2009
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Ok. I know there are a few other (older) threads about this. I haven't even got my Eris yet, but will be getting it Saturday. I've read through the the how to extend battery life thread. I have yet to look at the tips and tricks thread though.

Anyways, what I would like to know is what are the "Must have" apps. What should I do with it right out of the box? Anything particular I should know/expect?

Thanks guys. I hope this will be a pleasant experience, it's my first Android phone (first smartphone actually) although I do have an iPod Touch, so I hope that will shorten the learning curve.

Thanks everyone.
 
Spare Parts: Cool settings tweeks
Handcent: SMS/Texting
Pandora
Tune Wiki
Hi AIM
Astrid - Task/schedule
Digital Clock - Alarm clock.
Locale
K-9 (push mail)
Ringdroid - Make custom ringtones/notificaitns
Remote Droid - Donwload script for computer, controll your computer with Droid.
 
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ASTRO - Great app for browsing your SD card and doing basic file management on it

Agreed with Dolphin, it's a great browser.

Right out of the box... CUSTOMIZE! There's some awesome widgets you can use by HTC to add some really nice features and useful things.

I really wish the Market made it easier to find widgets vs apps... also in general wish there was more widget development (maybe I'm just not aware of it).
 
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