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What phone finding software do you use (i.e. SeekDroid, Lookout, etc)?

Just wondering what, if any, phone finding software people prefer. I had installed SeekDroid on my previous phone when it was a free download from amazon. Prior to that I remember at some point having wavesecur when it first came out but now that is mcafee. Not having insurance on this phone I'm thinking of installing SeekDroid back on it.

dbldown768 said:
Just wondering what, if any, phone finding software people prefer. I had installed SeekDroid on my previous phone when it was a free download from amazon. Prior to that I remember at some point having wavesecur when it first came out but now that is mcafee. Not having insurance on this phone I'm thinking of installing SeekDroid back on it.
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Wheres My Droid is the bomb diggy!

Tasker
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Theft Aware is great. Especially if you're rooted.
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I'm using SeekDroid because it was free for a day and it works, I never lost a phone but you never know what can happen

seekdroid, also on the free amazon day. Does just what is says, and doesn't seem to cause any issues. Nice to see they added texting recovery/locking/wiping options recently also, so you don't need to have internet handy when you realize your phone is gone, you can just borrow someones phone.

How can I get Cerberus free license ?

dnesh.sharma said:
How can I get Cerberus free license ?
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This forum isn't the place to ask how to get a free license
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[INFO] Quickoffice pro($14.99) is free in the amazon app store today 11/14/2011

Just a heads up, quickoffice pro ($14.99) is free in the amazon app store today 11/14/11

Thanks for the heads up. I don't check amazon everyday but I do like to catch the expensive apps when I can.
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Wow good find. Thanks.
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Not sure if I'd ever use it... But why not download it? It's Free! Thanks!!

you wanna just post up the apk?
really not wanting to give amazon my email and phone number. i hate spam garbage its so annoying. and i know thats what they use it for

cobraboy85 said:
you wanna just post up the apk?
really not wanting to give amazon my email and phone number. i hate spam garbage its so annoying. and i know thats what they use it for
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Most likely the application won't run unless the Amazon App store is installed. Applications that originate from Amazon's app store tie in with their DRM.

Mitalis said:
Most likely the application won't run unless the Amazon App store is installed. Applications that originate from Amazon's app store tie in with their DRM.
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There's no "most likely" about it, it WON'T run without having the AAS installed. As for the previous poster, you REALLY don't already have an amazon account?!

cobraboy85 said:
you wanna just post up the apk?
really not wanting to give amazon my email and phone number. i hate spam garbage its so annoying. and i know thats what they use it for
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You give google access to every facet of your life including everything personal and private to you but you refuse amazon for sending targeted ads that only access your browsing/buying habits on their website? Hahahahahahahaha
Wake up. I trust amazon more than I do google (well I trust ANYTHING more than I do google actually), and even more than Apple. Amazon is a straight and clear-cut business with no aspirations about your personal/private info. Google does not differentiate between the two. It's all fair game with them.
Amazon as I know it, is a truly ethical, worthy company to invest in. They have earned my trust and money and a spot in my email inbox.
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cobraboy85 said:
you wanna just post up the apk?
really not wanting to give amazon my email and phone number. i hate spam garbage its so annoying. and i know thats what they use it for
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I've had Amazon App Store on my phone for 2 weeks now and haven't received any spam as a result of that yet. I check it most everyday and was sooooooo happy to see the free app today.

Stoney60 said:
I've had Amazon App Store on my phone for 2 weeks now and haven't received any spam as a result of that yet. I check it most everyday and was sooooooo happy to see the free app today.
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Yeah, it's always nice to see one of the expensive apps for free I got printshare what way too

Yeah I guess you are right, haha. About google

HD ver too
Grab the HD version too in case you ever get a tablet. It will tell you it's not compatible with your device but you can click through that popup just fine. I show as owning both versions in my app list now. (Did this from a PC browser)
http://amzn.com/B005QPH25U

b1g.p0ppa said:
Grab the HD version too in case you ever get a tablet. It will tell you it's not compatible with your device but you can click through that popup just fine. I show as owning both versions in my app list now. (Did this from a PC browser)
http://amzn.com/B005QPH25U
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Thanks! Grabbed it for my Transformer I didnt get the not compatible message because my TF is linked to my amazon account

So Polaris vs Quick Office? I already have Polaris, any real reason to get Quick Office?
(So far I have been happy with Polaris)

xjacko7x said:
So Polaris vs Quick Office? I already have Polaris, any real reason to get Quick Office?
(So far I have been happy with Polaris)
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Then don't bother with Quick Office. I now have both since they were both free. Wanted to compare the two. Polaris is a far better program. Deleted Quick Office now since I don't need it wasting space.

thanks for info

There was officesuite pro for free a few weeks back. That one couldn't search all sheets in a workbook so I uninstalled it....need that feature for work.

graffixnyc said:
Yeah, it's always nice to see one of the expensive apps for free I got printshare what way too
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Damn I missed print share! Ill be following amazon apps daily now haha
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Wow what a deal! I hope its still up, as its past midnight.
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Meh, no google docs support. Back to docs to go
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Cerberus - Is it worth it?

Right now, I have two phones, and tablet. I have yet to use the free 25 dollars given to use by Google, and I was wondering if the app was worth the license.

Hell yes. It's like $5 lol
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I got it when they had a free sale, I would've happily paid $10 for it, I never worry about my device being lost because of the features in cerberus
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I dunno. It monitors cookies and browsing habits and system logs. Screw that.
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In my opinion, this is probably the single most important android app to install. Also, one license for work for 5 devices. It's absolutely worth the asking price, and much more.
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Imo it's absolutely worth it, and it's really a steal at like $2.50 or whatever it comes out to. Yes the permissions and access the app (and therefore the developer) has can be a bit concerning, but from everything I've seen so far it's nothing to worry about and I personally haven't had any issues whatsoever. The developer seems trustworthy and keeps the app updated, including for JB devices. Honestly you'd have to be pretty paranoid to refuse to install such an essential app onto your valuable devices for this type of reason, and if my phone or Nexus gets stolen I'll have the peace of mind knowing the app is installed and ready to do whatever needs to be done to get it back and keep my information from being accessed.

Personally I think its a little overpriced, given the exchange rate. Maybe as and when they have a sale.

I thought the only way to pay for this was via PayPal? Anyway, I agree, this is now the second app I install on the phone / tablet after flashing. The first remains Tasker.
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It's a must have app.

is it the one by LSDroid it is showing up free in the market?

player911 said:
I dunno. It monitors cookies and browsing habits and system logs. Screw that.
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No it doesn't. It asks for these permissions in order to be able to wipe them (without root) if need be.

I have Cerberus and I recommended it to everyone. I do believe that Cerberus does collect info and sell it. They are upfront about this and keep that info anonymous. Who cares if they see how much porn I watch?

Here it is. In the terms of use and privacy policy.

This video goes over the app with a tablet and phone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK9BkOzlFPE&list=UU25TmsJidl31Hbf5PVckK8Q&index=1&feature=plcp
It's worth the money!

clago87 said:
is it the one by LSDroid it is showing up free in the market?
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That's the one; there's a free 1 week trial then an in-app purchase.
rwb2073 said:
I thought the only way to pay for this was via PayPal?
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You can pay for it with an in-app purchase now.
I recommended this app to a friend who had his phone stolen and he's been very happy with it. I haven't bought it myself, but I'm thinking I will very shortly as it's one thing to lose a phone, but another all together to lose my N7.

Avast Antivirus does more and is free... just saying
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+1 for Avast
Avast = 4.7 rating = free
Cerberus = 4.6 rating = lunch

It is worth ... I think this is one of the most amazing app for Android. All those features. Great app!

So how good would Cerberus be on the N7 though? Seems like the power lies in it being able to accept SMS commands, right? Since the N7 isn't a phone, would it still be worth it, or am I not understanding how it works?
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Good Q... I'm using it, but clearly only works if the N7 is connected to the thief's WiFi so not quite as powerful on a phone I guess..
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Google Play vs app store for games?

So do you guys think Google Play will ever be on par with the apple app store? I know they are close in amount of apps in total but I feel like android doesn't get as much games or much support for some of the games. Also, their amount of total apps mostly come from themes and keyboards it seems. I can also name many apps/games from big developers that are missing from android. It sucks its like this with this amazing phone. You would think developers would like to up their customers and support android devices. Why do developers do this? Do they do this because it's easier to get cracked apps on Android without jailbreaking? Is it that much work to change code? Is apple just a test market?
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Seriously?
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Seriously what?
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I'm sure he means this is not Yahoo answers...
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This is not about piracy or support for it. It's about apple app store vs Google Play store and asking a serious question of why android doesn't get support or game development like apple app store. The issue of piracy was raised as a question for seeing if it was a reason for developers to avoid android.
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Also I felt this was a general discussion topic other than a Q& A board post.
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And most of Apple's apps comes from fart apps. Usually there is something at least comparable on the android play store. But both systems require different coding, and also you have so many phones on so many different versions of android, which probably also causes compatibility issues. That's the one advantage Apple has, is their whole system is in house, phone and os, where as Android is put out by almost every other manufacturer there is, and they all put on whatever version of Android the want to.

Sadly when it comes to games there isn't usually a comparable version if android doesn't have it. Is it really much of a task/cost for a developer/team to recode and up their customer base? Is it much different from windows on many different types of computers and versions of windows being able to run the same game/app?
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Bodoct said:
So do you guys think Google Play will ever be on par with the apple app store? I know they are close in amount of apps in total but I feel like android doesn't get any of the good stuff or support for some of the apps they do get. Also, their amount of total apps mostly come from themes and keyboards it seems. I can also name many apps/games from big developers that are missing from android. It sucks its like this with this amazing phone. You would think developers would like to up their customers and support android devices. Do they not do this because it's easier to get cracked apps on Android without jailbreaking?
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I think you're in a very small minority that feels as though there aren't as many apps or games in the Play Store as in the app store. Polished apps may be an issue (although it is not for me), but I haven't heard too many people complaining about lack of apps compared to Apple.
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This thread is unbelievable. I can do so much more with an Android phone than an iPhone. I don't even need apps to fulfill what I need and want in a smartphone. If you haven't noticed android is taking over the smartphone market not because of those stupid apps the App Store has.
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I have no problem with the Google play store, and I used to be on an iPhone. And if you can't usually find something comparable, then you aren't looking hard enough. Yes, some of the ones made for iOS you may not find a counterpart on the play store, but I think that margin is dwindling. Google's play store is now growing at a faster rate than the Apple app store. It's just a matter of time.

Just to name some
Gems with friends and some other zygna games not avaliable
Popcap games aren't usually as up to date as other devices
Alot of adult swim games aren't avaliable (ie amateur surgeon)
Minigore
The Sims games
Psychopedia
These are just a few random apps that aren't supported or not on play store
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I forgot to say I love the play store design and overall store better than the app store its just the games themselves I'm wondering about
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I know I love Android and the note 2 coming from having an iphone for 4years. But when something like a game app doesn't exist or is not supported there isn't much you can do except ***** and wonder why.
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Brava27 said:
This thread is unbelievable. I can do so much more with an Android phone than an iPhone. I don't even need apps to fulfill what I need and want in a smartphone. If you haven't noticed android is taking over the smartphone market not because of those stupid apps the App Store has.
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Ps this isn't about comparing phone to phone just asking a question about why Google isn't getting the games. I should of been more clear and stated games and not utility apps/phone enhancements. Also if this us a thread you don't like or think is lame or beneath you don't post or read it.
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It could be that Apple has exclusivity rights to a game for a certain amount of time as well, kind of like Xbox and Playstation. Usually one will have exclusive DLC content, or have it before the other for a certain amount of time. Like back when Sony had exclusive rights to a couple of the GTA games for a year or two. It sucks, but that's really the decision of the company making the app. Like I said, the Play Store is growing faster than the App Store is now, so I'm sure it's only a matter of time. (I did see The Sims on the play store, by the way)

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It could be that Apple has exclusivity rights to a game for a certain amount of time as well, kind of like Xbox and Playstation. Usually one will have exclusive DLC content, or have it before the other for a certain amount of time. Like back when Sony had exclusive rights to a couple of the GTA games for a year or two. It sucks, but that's really the decision of the company making the app. Like I said, the Play Store is growing faster than the App Store is now, so I'm sure it's only a matter of time. (I did see The Sims on the play store, by the way)
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Ah didn't think of that.
Sorry meant to put the Sims 3, medieval, simcity etc etc
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The Apple App Store sucks. When my wife got an iPhone a couple of years ago, I tried to find some battery saving apps. Nothing. Then I tried to find something that could turn off wifi and bluetooth automatically. Nothing. If you're looking for anything that will help your phone do anything, they got nothing. If you find an app that you think might work, good luck finding a free one...
Themes and keyboards etc are great, that's how you make your phone your own. In the Apple App Store, nothing.
However, if you're looking for an app to make fart noises, you have 30 pages to sift through, but they're all $4.99
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I'll admit app store sucks for utilities and customization but that's apple control freak issues so you'd have to use 3rd party sources like cydia for that stuff. But for games app store gets more and more support for those games. Example plants vs zombies is missing a lot of the features like mini games that app store has. App store is a better gaming store even though android is a better os/has better phones.
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Watchmaker Premium for Free

Watchmaker premium is now free as a part of Amazon's underground program (which means it's really free with no IAPs). Just thought people here would like to know.

Thanks for the heads-up!

Very good app.
Haven't had a watch in some time but i preferred it over faced after the updates.

Many thanks TheSt33v.

unfortunately it seems Amazon provides an outdated and buggy version. Or does date work for you when creating new faces?
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I have downloaded the apps through Amazon app store. However, for some reason I don't see it in my watch. It seems the watch is looking only for apps downloaded through Play Store. Any hint.
and thanks for the tip.

apply a watchface, after that you should be able to chose it on the watch
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too bad that the underground is only for the freaking USA.....

spider623 said:
too bad that the underground is only for the freaking USA.....
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It's not. I'm in Poland and I have full access to all Underground apps

oposiasty said:
It's not. I'm in Poland and I have full access to all Underground apps
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Odd, you are in the same category as me but i don't
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its saying not eligible.... :/ any solution?

spider623 said:
Odd, you are in the same category as me but i don't
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There is no location lock, so You just need to have Amazon account with any random adress in USA, then it works in every corner of the world (unlike Prime etc).

One issue, I will not be able to order products home lol
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spider623 said:
One issue, I will not be able to order products home lol
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Use your fake US account to download free apps, and use your real account to order stuff.

TheSt33v said:
Use your fake US account to download free apps, and use your real account to order stuff.
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OK, what state has the cheapest taxes lol
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Delaware has no sales tax. But since you're only using the US account for free apps, tax doesn't matter.

I already owned it.
But for my friend downloaded it on his lg g3
Dont remeber wat it was. Or the app didn't open or opened and force closed.
Any how it didn't work.
I happy to have bought it for 1euro on the play store

if you've updated your moto 360 to marshmallow, this version is buggy at best. Updated version, 3.9.7 is on the play store, devs updated it to work with marshmallow

Tax Free
Florida is tax FREE also.

I'm trying to get an answer about this from Amazon chat. Unfortunately, I'm not hopeful about getting an answer, they aren't very good about that.
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