The unofficial wich apps are working on Tattoo!

[Bertelsen]

Hi!

Since the HTC Tattoo doesn't support all the applications that are made for Android, I was thinking we could make a list, showing wich apps are working, and who isn't.

So if you download a program, can you be so nice to share your experiences in this thread? I will update this post after people (and myself) tests programs.

Downloads can be found at www.slideme.org

Have a nice day, Joachim.

Working:
CoPilot Live 8 (Needs version 8.0.0.398 or above to work on Donut.)
DoggCatcher
GPS Status
TasKiller
Astro
OfficeSuite
Twitroid
Sky Maps
Compass
ChompSMS
Facebook (Though the widget is a bit messy)
Spotify
BatteryLevel
Album art Grabber
eBuddy
IM+
Appmanager
atrackdog
Snapphoto
Wapedia
Shazam
Callbook
Netcounter
Record it
k-9 Mail
chompsms
sms popup
Wifi buddy
call dock
crumbs
gps status
power manager
astrid

Working, but have some minor issues:
Uno
Robo Defense
Colorix
geodroid
geobeagle
OS map
launcher dock

Not working:
Armadillo Roller

 

[themirkster]

This sounds like a good idea. This is what I have tried so far.

Working
DoggCatcher
GPS Status
TasKiller
Astro
OfficeSuite
Twitroid

Working but with issues
Uno
Robo Defense
Colorix

 

[Bertelsen]

Thanks! Updated the post now.
I just got the Tattoo, so I haven't gotten around to test so much yet, but I'm off "duty" tomorrow, so I will download lots of apps then.

 

[terranim]

Barcode Scanner seems to run, although the camera on the Tattoo cannot focus close enough to make it work.

Information for those who have the Tattoo from Orange:
Orange have inexplicably removed the GMail, GoogleTalk and YouTube applications. They've also put on a couple of game demos and their own links/apps, none of which can be removed since they've been installed to the system. It is possible to pull the GoogleTalk and YouTube packages out of a standard HTC dream image (HTC - Developer Center), install them via adb and they seem to work perfectly well. The GMail app, however, does not - I can install it but when it runs (or synchronisation is attempted) the program falls over. Doing a bit of digging by watching the logs as it happens I determined that Orange have also disabled the GMail permissions somewhere deeps inside the unit (probably in database that cannot be modified without root access). If anyone has official Tattoo package files for the GMail application I would appreciate a look to see if they work instead. It is very annoying that Orange have disabled some of the core functionality of the phone!

Out of curiosity, where did you find the Sky Maps package? I've searched in Market and SlideMe but can't find it!

 

[Bertelsen]

Hi!

Thanks for sharing this, I've been wondering why so many people are asking about wich Youtube-app they should use, but now I understand.

I had to download it from a Torrentpage, I don't know if I can link it here, since the torrent also includes lots of pirate-copies. I will upload the .APK to a server and give you the link to that.

I uploaded it to Megaupload, http://www.megaupload.com/?d=J1ENYNAV
If you can't download from Megaupload, please tell me a different site I can use.

 

[terranim]

I have actually found that YouTube works in the browser using the HTC flash player automatically, however it results in very jerky video. Much better to use the proper application instead!

Thank you for Sky Maps, just tested it out and it works nicely! I like how it makes use of the internal compass and sensors to match where you are looking

 

[BTaylor]

Here are the apps I use daily which work on the tattoo:

Compass
ChompSMS
Facebook (Though the widget is a bit messy)
Spotify
BatteryLevel
Album art Grabber
eBuddy
IM+

 

[MaxiP]

Working

Appmanager
atrackdog
Snapphoto
Wapedia
Shazam
Callbook
Netcounter
Record it
k-9 Mail
chompsms
sms popup
Wifi buddy
call dock
sky map
crumbs
gps status
power manager
astrid

Working but not quite 100%

geodroid
geobeagle
OS map
launcher dock

 

[Bertelsen]

Thanks everyone, just updated the list.
Will make it in alphabetical order later, also link them to some information.

 

[Mad_Sunday]

Any chance of giving some idea of what each app does please?

AndNav2 works, free turn by turn navigation.

http://www.andnav.org/index.php/download/

Pete

 

[terranim]

On another forum somebody posted a comment they received from Orange saying that they had not disabled GMail functionality and that users could install the app themselves and it should work. This is contrary to what I have found so far, however the GMail apk I used was taken from the Dream 1.6 image from HTC, so perhaps there were changes that mean it will not work on the Tattoo.

To further my research would it be possible for somebody with an unmodified Tattoo to copy the GMail packages from the /system/app folder and send them to me please?

 

[MaxiP]

To further my research would it be possible for somebody with an unmodified Tattoo to copy the GMail packages from the /system/app folder and send them to me please?

From an unmodified Tattoo (UK Vodafone) - RapidShare: 1-CLICK Web hosting - Easy Filehosting

HTH

 

[NigelCBS]

There seem to be a lot more applications available in Market today than there were last week, maybe a lot more have been marked as compatible over the weekend?

 

[terranim]

MaxiP:

Thank you very much. I installed the Gmail package and unfortunately it still does not work, however, the error message I get when debugging is very different and the package is quite different from the Dream one I was using.
I think the error message is now something to do with missing another related package, possibly the GmailProvider apk file. Can I be really cheeky and ask you to upload that one too, possibly include any others that you think might be related and perhaps also the GoogleTalk and YouTube ones too, since they are likely to be slightly different from those in the HTC Dream image.

Many thanks,
Dan

UPDATE: Ignore that request, I've managed to pull all the packages from an actual tattoo image!

 

[jaH]

Hey there!

i've got a problem with my Tattoo.

@ Bertelsen: where did you get the IM+ (lite) app?

I've been searching for it the whole day.
It's not in the market and I also couldn't find it in the internet.

the same with eBuddy.

would be nice if you (or somebody else can tell me where i could get them.


here is my list:

working:

aSpotCat
Document2Go
FotMob4.5
GPS Status
Mileage
SayMyName
SMS PopUp
TasKiller



Greetz

jaH

 

[BTaylor]

go to getjar.com on your phone and download eBuddy from there

 

[jaH]

thanks, I found some more Apps

 

[terranim]

I've written a tutorial on how to restore the Google applications on the Orange Tattoo here:

http://androidforums.com/htc-tattoo/13765-orange-customers-restore-your-google-applications.html

 

[raccoontoid]

Layar seems to work fine, get it here layar / Download the APK

 

[rhustle]

Hi guys, I just got my Tattoo on Monday and have been a little disappointed with the apps available for its low resolution. But I love the phone and am happy to say that Last.FM is now available through the Android Marketplace. It works quite well too.

How do you get eBuddy or Skype Lite? Do I go to slideme.org on my phone or though my computer?

Thanks

 

[rhustle]

I've also found that nimbuzz (similar to ebuddy) is available on m.getjar.com
It includes skype contacts but you are unable to make skype calls, only chats.

 

[Appventive]

We just posted an update of Executive Assistant (Appventive) that supports the Tattoo. Our other apps will become available for the Tattoo over the next few days.

Just search for Appventive in the Market or scan the qr code in my profile.

I'd love to hear from anyone who tries it out on the Tattoo (or in general).

Cheers,
Steve

 

[chiyan2000]

so far i've tried:

what is ok:
TowerBloxx

what got a bit of problem but still ok:
Bejeweled

By the way, anyone know if the My maps editor is available to download anywhere in the planet? I need it badly!!

 

[Appventive]

We released an update for ICE: In Case of Emergency (Appventive) yesterday that supports Tattoo (and Droid). Motion & Sound Alarm to follow shortly.

BTW, our Executive Assistant app (also available for Tattoo) made it to the final round of the Android Developers Challenge (ADC2)!

As always, please let me know if you have any questions, suggestions or problems.

All the best,
Steve

 

[Opspin]

I'd just like to thank everyone for making this list, and tell you about another app.

If you go to qik.com you're presented with an option to download their program and install it right away , it works like a charm although the video can be a bit choppy at times, I've only tried it on the wifi network yet as I'm waiting to get a data plan.

If you don't know what Qik is , it's just like ustream.tv, bambuser and other live video sites.

On the not working (at least for me) list is myspace.com where you're also greeted with an apparent link to the Android Market that doesn't work (presumably because the myspace app hasn't been approved for the puny qvga screen yet)

also I'm very sleep deprived right now and can't focus on just writing posts, must play with smileys and fonts!