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Recommend Top 5 must have applications

This will be my first Android phone and I would like to hear from people who already own an Android phone and top 5 apps they cannot live without.

Best 21 Android Apps
Best Google Android Apps
Best 101 Android Apps

Coming from a Hero it has to be seeds of life, live wallpaper!

don't the live wallpapers use a lot of battery?

jamiepyrite said:
don't the live wallpapers use a lot of battery?
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I expect so, but its good for showing off for the first few weeks!

It really depends on what you do with your phone, but here are my TOP 5 (in no particular order):
* DoggCatcher
* Twidroid
* Fring / Nimbuzz
* Quick Settings
* Timeriffic

If HTC sync doesn't end up handling the calendar and tasks (many of us business users don't want to use google calendar sync and NEED tasks) then G-Sync It or another solution for OTA calendar and task sync with exchange

Quick Settings might be nice (I have it on my HTC-Kaiser-Android), but
From the Market: http://www.cyrket.com/p/android/com.bwx.bequick/
The developer said:
" ... If you updated to Sense UI, expect problems with the brightness! No fix possible, sorry. ..."
So, for me is NO GOOD ... I dont want bug in my new superphone!
Karolis said:
It really depends on what you do with your phone, but here are my TOP 5 (in no particular order):
* DoggCatcher
* Twidroid
* Fring / Nimbuzz
* Quick Settings
* Timeriffic
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How about games, any good ones out there?

Is Quick Settings the widget with the four buttons (Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS and brightness)?

Nope that is an android widget called power control

http://101bestandroidapps.com/app/websharing/613/
WebSharing enables you to wirelessly transfer files to and from your phone/device using only a web browser. You can play and manage music, view your photographs, and manage files on your device using your WI-FI network and over 3g or 2g.
http://android.nextapp.com/screens.html

skanj said:
http://101bestandroidapps.com/app/websharing/613/
WebSharing enables you to wirelessly transfer files to and from your phone/device using only a web browser. You can play and manage music, view your photographs, and manage files on your device using your WI-FI network and over 3g or 2g.
http://android.nextapp.com/screens.html
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Brilliant mate, thanks.

no probs mate.

skanj said:
http://101bestandroidapps.com/app/websharing/613/
WebSharing enables you to wirelessly transfer files to and from your phone/device using only a web browser. You can play and manage music, view your photographs, and manage files on your device using your WI-FI network and over 3g or 2g.
http://android.nextapp.com/screens.html
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that looks awesome and thanks for the link to that site........
I'm surprised more people haven't listed their top 5 yet

Just found this great free app called wavesecure - not sure if it has been mentioned here before but until midnight the download is FREE!
https://www.wavesecure.com/
Lets you secure your phone by backing up the data and you can also track it locak it if you lose it.

http://www.droidapps.org/car-locator-find-your-car-with-the-droid/
Car Locator can save and remember where you parked your car and will point you in the right direction if you ever need help finding it. The app uses GPS and compass which must be enabled for tracking down the vehicle and has several view modes like radar, map, and split. To avoid unwanted parking tickets the Android app also comes with a Parking Time alarm

irkan said:
Best 21 Android Apps
]Best Google Android Apps
Best 101 Android Apps
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And those articles link on to others - does it ever end?! The second on the list is sub-divided nicely, and the third has user ratings which help.
I sometimes wish it was a lot simpler... Like for the current Windows Phone 7 applist, which is about 10 or so IIRC...
What about a sticky list of the 'Top Ten Essential Apps'? Like the one that properly kills the different battery-sapping services that chug away in the background if you let them.
Haven't got my Desire yet - should be here on Tuesday (apparently next week, but I'm still not holding my breath). Have just had my Vario IV (Raphael) returned from service a whole lot healthier, but I'm looking forward to shifting onto Android - last non-WM phone I had was 5 years ago and I've had to have phones that would sync to Exchange Server since then.

How about: Top 50 Apps For Android

Top ten essential apps from The Register : http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2010/04/09/ten_essential_android_apps/

What are some must have apps

Just wanted to kno if im missin out on some good apps.
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Battery Monitor Widget (free)= gives you up to the minute updates on how much power your phone is using (or getting, if you're charging). The widget tells you your battery life and clicking on it gives you several options on viewing exactly how fast your battery is draining.
Subsonic (one time donation of ~$10) = my favorite app ever, it sets up your computer as a server your phone can access so that you can play EVERY song you own without having to load it to your phone. I sold my iPod after getting this because, hey, I don't need it anymore. My 32GB iPod Touch is nothing compared to streaming all 300+GB of music I own. Audio Galaxy has a free version but if you haven't been keeping up with your id3 tags, you're screwed.
If you don't like the sense news widget you can get feedr. Not sure how much it costs though, it's a nice alternative and works very well. They do basically the same thing except feedr gives you more options and it's easier to find the rss feeds you want to subscribe to.
Other than that, I just use sense widgets. Hope this helps.

AbsolutZeroGI said:
Battery Monitor Widget (free)= gives you up to the minute updates on how much power your phone is using (or getting, if you're charging). The widget tells you your battery life and clicking on it gives you several options on viewing exactly how fast your battery is draining.
Subsonic (one time donation of ~$10) = my favorite app ever, it sets up your computer as a server your phone can access so that you can play EVERY song you own without having to load it to your phone. I sold my iPod after getting this because, hey, I don't need it anymore. My 32GB iPod Touch is nothing compared to streaming all 300+GB of music I own. Audio Galaxy has a free version but if you haven't been keeping up with your id3 tags, you're screwed.
If you don't like the sense news widget you can get feedr. Not sure how much it costs though, it's a nice alternative and works very well. They do basically the same thing except feedr gives you more options and it's easier to find the rss feeds you want to subscribe to.
Other than that, I just use sense widgets. Hope this helps.
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Yea thanks alot im a look into the subsonic app it sounds pretty interesting
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Not all of these are FREE, but look into them anyways.
Customization
Launcher Pro/ADW Launcher - These replace your launcher, or homescreen. They allow you to change a lot of the way the phone looks.
Widget Locker - This replaces your lockscreen, allowing you to change that like a homescreen. You can use custom unlock bars and even add widgets to your lockscreen.
Widgets
SwitchPro - This is my most used widget, its a transparent bar that allows you to turn on/off system settings. I use it for my 3G/4G Radios, Wifi, Bluetooth, and a quick button to turn my phone on vibrate and mute my media.
System Info Widget - If you look at screen-shots around here, you'll run into this widget. It monitors your Battery, Temperature, RAM, Disk Space, and free space on your SD card. Its a handy tool to check how much space you really have.
SMS Unread - This gives you an icon for Email, Messages and Phone that has a little bubble to show if you have new Email/Text/Calls. I keep it on my lockscreen, since my notification bar is hidden.
Applications
APK Installer - Install APK's downloaded from the internet. As you spend more time on XDA you'll find a ton of custom APK's, free programs, and beta releases.
Titanium Backup - This is the MUST have APP if your going to be trying new ROMS, it backs up your apps and data so you don't have to go through the tedious task of reinstalling them all.
AdFree - Removes Ad's from your phone. First thing I install personally.
Lookout - Mobile security, find your phone if lost through GPS, Wipe your phone remotely, backup all your data, and scans for malicious APK's.
Apps are a funny thing though, It's half about functionality, and half about what suits you personally. So I'd recommend you dig into the market and check out XDA to find the apps that you can't live without.

Thx for the subsonic..... trying it out shortly
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Check the link in my sig, it has a big list of apps that I use.
I haven't used it in a while but I preferred Mecanto over Subsonic because it is free and actually loads your music onto their servers so you dont have to leave your computer on to listen to your tunes.

MIQLive - Cloud management app (http://miqlive.com/tour)
Dropbox - Cloud Storage
Handcent SMS - A great SMS application

AbsolutZeroGI said:
Battery Monitor Widget (free)= gives you up to the minute updates on how much power your phone is using (or getting, if you're charging). The widget tells you your battery life and clicking on it gives you several options on viewing exactly how fast your battery is draining.
Subsonic (one time donation of ~$10) = my favorite app ever, it sets up your computer as a server your phone can access so that you can play EVERY song you own without having to load it to your phone. I sold my iPod after getting this because, hey, I don't need it anymore. My 32GB iPod Touch is nothing compared to streaming all 300+GB of music I own. Audio Galaxy has a free version but if you haven't been keeping up with your id3 tags, you're screwed.
If you don't like the sense news widget you can get feedr. Not sure how much it costs though, it's a nice alternative and works very well. They do basically the same thing except feedr gives you more options and it's easier to find the rss feeds you want to subscribe to.
Other than that, I just use sense widgets. Hope this helps.
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I used Subsonic for sometime the only that really got to me was the fact that you had to keep your computer on all the time if you wanted access to your music library.
I recently discover Mecanto, it's free and it stores all of your music on their servers, meaning you can pull it up anytime anywhere without your computer having to be on. It's truly amazing! Many people havent heard about it but they are doing a great job. I'm not sure how long it is going to last free, so if I were you I would get it ASAP. It doesnt have all the tweaks as subsonic but the music is streamed in CD quality and it's fine.
As far as other must have apps...
Handscent
Wireless Tether
Pulse - Amazing news reader and very easily customizable
AdFree - blocks ads...lots of debate about this one...
Dolphin Browser
Dropbox - Probably the God of all other apps
Epistle - Takes notes on your phones and automatically syncs with your dropbox! I use this all the time!
Folder Organizer - If you use folders this is the app to have!
Sportacular - to keep up with sports, sends you realtime updates
Music Junk - stream and download music for free!
TV Show Stream - Watch tv shows free on your phone
Where's My Droid - God this comes in handy all the time
Zedge - download millions of ringtones and wallpapers
Wordfeud - it's scrabble, play with friends or

The best app in my opinion that streams music from your pc is audiogalaxy alot better then subsonic and its free.

Yes but audiogalaxy has a 3GB limit. Oh and your computer needs to be on as well.
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_MetalHead_ said:
Check the link in my sig, it has a big list of apps that I use.
I haven't used it in a while but I preferred Mecanto over Subsonic because it is free and actually loads your music onto their servers so you dont have to leave your computer on to listen to your tunes.
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I came across your thread last week and found one of the best android games, imo. Glyder© 2, really great game mechanics and HUGE environment.
My other must-have apps:
AdFree - not working for me on CM7
Autostarts
Audio Manager
DocsToGo
Dolphin Browser HD
-MyPDF, Dolphin add-on saves web pages as .pdf, excellent!
-Desktop Toggles, Dolphin add-on easily switches user agent.
Dropbox
gUnit
Handcent
OS Monitor
Pandora
Photobucket
Remote Desktop
Root Explorer
ShootMe
Swype
SystemPanel
TinyURL - very handy, adds tinyurl to share context menu. No more split links in sms!
Titanium Backup Pro
UltraChron
Google Voice

oblivior72 said:
Yes but audiogalaxy has a 3GB limit. Oh and your computer needs to be on as well.
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Huh, I didn't realize there was a limit... guess I'll keep Subsonic installed as a backup then.

nebenezer said:
I came across your thread last week and found one of the best android games, imo. Glyder© 2, really great game mechanics and HUGE environment.
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Glad you like it, it's one of my favorites.

oblivior72 said:
Yes but audiogalaxy has a 3GB limit. Oh and your computer needs to be on as well.
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wait so with the other one your comp does not need to be on?

Not with MeCanto. And its free and unlimited space.
Sent from my EVO

These are the apps on my phone:
Google Voice - Love this app. First thing I install and set up.
LauncherPro Plus - Launcher replacement.
AndroZip Pro - For all your archive needs.
BeamReader - Best PDF viewer out there.
Better Terminal Emulator - If you're a nerd like me, the terminal is a must.
Chrome to Phone - Look things up on the computer and send links to the phone.
Digital Clock - I like being able to customize my nightstand clock.
Documents to Go - Office software.
Key Ring - For all those store club cards my girlfriend insists I use.
Pandora - For the music I don't own.
Root Explorer - Best file manager out there.
Barcode Scanner/Shopper/Shop Savvy - Really pisses off retail workers.
SME Storage - Why limit yourself to Dropbox? Use all of them, including Google!
Square - Accept payments for services using your phone.
VPlayer - Best movie player I've found so far.
WinAmp - For the music I own.
Wireless Tether - Phone as a wireless modem.
I need to check out some of these apps people have posted now...

another option for music is Musikcube. your pc does need to be on but it is also free and no size limit.
just giving options.

IPCam viewer lets you look at traffic cams in your area (if you have any). Quite nice for watching traffic or weather.

[Q] What would be the best set of apps to install at first ?

Hi,
Coming from symbian/winmo phones, the S2 will be my first android phone, what would the best apps to install right away -input, launcher, navigation, etc. (I don't care about games, and I don't mind paying for my apps).
Thanks in advance for your help.

Pulse is the best news app.
Google Maps is the best nav app.
Launcher Pro is my favorite home replacement.

Google Goggles
Opera Mini
Callmeter NG (data count calls sms..)
Astro (file manager)
Barcode Scanner

Bit useless question to me, although understand that your asking for it, Ill try to give an impression what apps are needed for me and why
adfree: no more adds, even in paid games etc.
astro: mentioned before, best file manager
chrome to phone: send stuff from your chrome browser directly to your phone (note: works with both chrome and firefox!)
dropbox: send files directly from your pc to your phone
google maps: navigation etc etc
msn talk pro: best msn client
root explorer: file manager with root acces, nice if your a bit more comfortable with your phone and you want to place stuff in system folders
simi folder: nice free folder manager (very customizable)
launcher pro plus: best home replacement/launcher
skype: not the best app, but hey, skype on your phone.
soundhound: best music recognition app (similar to shazam, but a bit better)
google talk: nice messenger app from google, will soon work with video calling
thinkfree office: nice office package (also reads pdf)
titanium backup: best backup app for me
google translate: handy if your abroad all the time (like me)
whatsapp: free message app, similar to ping! or blackberry messenger
widgetsoid: (all in one widget creater, place nice toggles and shortcuts easily, very customizable)
Games:
ashpalt 6: good racing game
eternal legacy: good ff replacement
fruit ninja: just try to beat my highscore! (987)
Illusia: nice 2d adventure
JetCarStunts: really addictive platformerish game
Modern Combat 2: nice fps
Speedx 3d: strange reflex game, highly addictive
I have some more stuff, but these are my recommendations!

Thanks tennis11, okorn and stitch !
I understand your point stitch, it is a little bit like if I was asking "what would be the qualities I should be looking in a GF ?" We are all different, and our choices in anything including what we install in our phones directly reflect who we are, what are our personal interests, etc.
Still, if I could avoid going through 3454 web sites and 234 threads to discover what's the best rss reader or nav app, I would be very happy
Therefore merci beaucoup for the time you spent answering me guys !

and on the top of it, you will see a fair share of complete android noobs (like me) who juste made the move because of THIS phone !
Sorry in advance for the large number of basic questions we will ask the seasoned android warriors over here...

i'm one of these noobs too
thanks for asking JohnDoe01, and thanks for answers

JohnDoe01 said:
and on the top of it, you will see a fair share of complete android noobs (like me) who juste made the move because of THIS phone !
Sorry in advance for the large number of basic questions we will ask the seasoned android warriors over here...
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Yeah I do understand, as I mentioned, thats why I gave my complete list. For rss reader you might want to try BeyondPod podcast manager, its the best rss feed reader imo.
I see that your French, you might want to check out the ratp and sncf apps as well.

Pulse news reader has a nice layout. Free aswell
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On games add Angry Birds, but be careful...dont give the phone with Angry Birds installed to your GF, she wont five it back

Tx Stitch! !
You helped me a lot and spared me a lotta time searching.
These are the apps I will definitely need too ..........
Lemme ad:
Ulysse Gizmos (level meter, compass etc.)
Ulysse Speedometer (nice app for drive-tracking)

Stitch! said:
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where did you get this? i can only find Asphalt 5!
Dickie
Never mind, was being a 'tard, forgot about GLs site lol

We are all differennt so here is my list of apps that I use:
General
LaunchPro
Fancy Widget (Pretty clock on screen + date weather etc)
Productivity
Android Agenda Widget
Astrid (and then integrated into Android Agenda Widget)
K9 Mail
APG (Gnu PGP encryption for K9 Mail)
Games
Pew Pew
VideoPlayer
mVideoPlayer
AudioPlayer
MIUI player (don't think that this is in the Market, but there is a link for it on this forum)
News and affairs
BuzzBox
Connectivity
ConnectBot (SSH/Telnet)
Torrents
tTorrent (lite). The paid version allows unlimited d/l whilst the free one allows a max 250kB/ps, which is quite adequate.
All these app are available for free on the Market (bar MIUI player, which is freely available). however some have paid versions that offer better features. LauncherPro comes to mind. I bought this.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=827898
Doom Live Wallpaper works perfectly and looks great on the SGS2 screen.

Stitch! said:
Bit useless question to me, although understand that your asking for it, Ill try to give an impression what apps are needed for me and why
adfree: no more adds, even in paid games etc.
astro: mentioned before, best file manager
chrome to phone: send stuff from your chrome browser directly to your phone
dropbox: send files directly from your pc to your phone
google maps: navigation etc etc
msn talk pro: best msn client
root explorer: file manager with root acces, nice if your a bit more comfortable with your phone and you want to place stuff in system folders
simi folder: nice free folder manager (very customizable)
launcher pro plus: best home replacement/launcher
skype: not the best app, but hey, skype on your phone.
soundhound: best music recognition app (similar to shazam, but a bit better)
google talk: nice messenger app from google, will soon work with video calling
thinkfree office: nice office package (also reads pdf)
titanium backup: best backup app for me
google translate: handy if your abroad all the time (like me)
whatsapp: free message app, similar to ping! or blackberry messenger
widgetsoid: (all in one widget creater, place nice toggles and shortcuts easily, very customizable)
Games:
ashpalt 6: good racing game
eternal legacy: good ff replacement
fruit ninja: just try to beat my highscore! (987)
Illusia: nice 2d adventure
JetCarStunts: really addictive platformerish game
Modern Combat 2: nice fps
Speedx 3d: strange reflex game, highly addictive
I have some more stuff, but these are my recommendations!
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That was a nice collection. Allow me to add more.
In alphabetical order:
1Mobile Market: As great as the normal Android market, has some additions IMHO.
aMetro: Subway maps for various countries.
App Update Notifier: As the name says. You can also schedule updates check.
AppRemover: Best uninstaller out there.
BatteryCalibration: As the name says.
Cache Cleaner: As the name says.
Dual File Manager: Best file explorer IMHO (Root Explorer is great too if you want to access the system, but this one has a better interface).
FasterFix: A fix for applying fast GPS lock.
HD Wallpapers: As the name says.
JuiceDefender: Best battery saver out there, truly makes a difference.
Maxthon: An excellent browser indeed. As well as xScope.
MoboPlayer: Best flv videos player (Am not sure if SGS2 plays flv by default).
Mp3TaggerPro: Best tags editor for your music tracks.
MultiTasking Pro: Visual task switcher (Something like the good old task manager, back in WinMo days ).
PhoneUsage: Statistical reports for your usage (calls, SMS, and data).
Plume: The very best Twitter app out there.
PowerAMP: The very best music player out there.
SD Speed Increase: As the name says, makes a difference in reading/writing speeds.
Smart Keyboard: Best one IMHO, as well as SwiftKey.
Where's My Droid: Excellent one, if you lost your phone, just SMS it & it will ring.

NoLED is pretty handy - it shows a little sprite on your screen if you have a missed call or unread text etc, and uses very little power because of the SAMOLED+. A bit like the glowing trackball on the Nexus One.

can i download the apps on the pc and then install it on my phone?
If yes how?
and where can i get the apps to download from?

Try market first.

I personally think spark 360 is an excellent app for xbox live costs about a pound but well worth it if u have xbox
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Music downloader and other requests
I've just arrived at Android, having spent the last 18 months with the HTC HD2 and would like to try to find some similar apps to Winmo ones that I particularly miss (I don't miss the phone though...).
My wish list is for the best Android versions of;
Scilor's groovedownloader - absolutely superb free mp3 downloads
SPB Backup - saved my sanity on many occasions
iGo Primo - Great offline sat nav
That will do for now, if there are any suggestions out there.
I am loving this phone.

[Q] Must have apps

I am new to Android and just got my DINC2 this past week. What are peoples opinions of "Must Have" apps?
BTW, I work at a help desk, so if there are help desk specific apps that might be cool.
TIA!

Your question is pretty broad. It's about the same as asking that about your PC, and for both, you're going to get as many different responses as there might be people responding. So maybe the better question is what do you want to do with your Inc2 and maybe we can point you in some directions for some apps to fill that role.
As an example, I use my Android device to help me manage my diabetes. I use an app called OnTrack for this. This is a must-have app for me, but most people won't need nor use it.
It's also my primary portable media device, which I use a few different apps for.
As for anything to help with a helpdesk related job, I can only think of email access if it is externally accessible, and a task management app. The stock email client will likely work for your email access. For task management, I've yet to find one I was really happy with, but Astrid is pretty good, and I'm currently in the process of getting to know Taskos.

Thanks for your reply!
I kept the question broad on purpose. I have been using my iPod Touch and my wife's iPhone for years so I could come up with a list of my "Must Have" apps for those. The way I figure it is a smart phone is similar to a computer, but probably doesn't have dozens and dozens of apps installed (or at least not used daily). So I was hoping people would list their 5-10 most used (useful) Android apps.
My co-worker who has been using his Android device for a few years suggested:
- LookOut antivirus (like it so far)
- Android Assistant (dito)
- Launcher Pro (haven't taken the time to customize, so sticking with Sense for now)
- Barcode Scanner
After a little Google'ing I installed the following:
- Facebook App (just because)
- Angry Birds (loved the iOS version)
- arcMedia (seems decent, lots of codec support)
- ASTRO File Manager (UI seems very intuitive)
- Google Music (I got an in invite to the Beta)
- Pandora (use this on my laptop a lot, thought I'd try it on my DINC2)
- ShopSavy (again, loved the iOS version)
- xda

A few off the top of my head:
Titanium Backup - Requires root, but great for freezing bloat and backing up the device
Root Explorer - Doesn't necessarily require root, but is handy for going through the file system
EverNote - Keeps a LOT of my recipes handy, as well as notes for other things
DropBox - I occasionally need info there, so it's really quite handy for that
Google Reader - For reading my RSS feeds
Skype - Not critical, but handy when I'm without cell signal but have wifi
Titanium Media Sync - Keeps my pics backed up to Dropbox
XDA and DroidForums apps - Well, gotta be able to catch up when mobile
There are others I use, but honestly, I have found the stock apps cover most of what I need nicely. I will say that although I doubt I actually need it, I am playing around with JuiceDefender.

Clipper is one that I use a lot. The free version works excellent. It is a quickly accessible clipboard you can access from your status bar for all your log on data and different email signatures. I have to use several different email sigs depending on the level of security required for the recipients.

Well if all you want is a list of apps that people use regularly...
LauncherPro - Launcher/home replacement (paid version)
Slacker - Streaming music (the latest version blows, though)
Winamp - Better than the stock media player
Waze - Social mapping and realtime traffic
OnTrack - Diabetes oriented health management
eBuddy - Multi-protocol IM client
Arity - Advanced calculator
DriverDiary - Vehicle cost tracking tool (fuel, etc)
File Expert - File browser (I liked this one better than the other common ones)
Package Buddy - Shipping tracking tool (as in shipping packages)
Tweetdeck - Social networking app primarily used for Twitter
I don't do a lot of gaming, but I do some.
Wordfeud
Angry Birds
Live Blackjack

Best Sony Smartwatch2 [SW2] Apps&Games

NOTE: This thread isn't updated by me anymore as I had to sell my SmartWatch 2. Check the latest replies to the thread for new apps, though. Keep 'em coming!
Good day fellow XDAians!
I recently bought my very own Smartwatch 2 and I had no idea where to start looking for applications. The built-in search function of Sony's Smartwatch2 app redirects to the Play Store with a certain search query but it not always shows all apps that belong to the category you've selected. So I decided to make a thread dedicated for only the best Apps&Games for the Sony Smartwatch 2!
If you know a great app or game, please let me know. I'll try to include most useful apps in this post. For each category, the free apps and games are listed before the paid ones. Let's get started.
First off, the application that is required for the SW2 to connect with your phone:
> SmartWatch 2 SW2 by Sony Mobile Communications
Secondly, with the new firmware where we can change wallpapers and create our own watchface, Sony decided to add an Easter Egg to the calculator. Have you ever wondered what 1035 equals?
> 1035 = Free Snake Game
(in case it wasn't clear yet, if you type "1035" in the calculator on your smartwatch and then press "=", you'll find the new game on your SmartWatch)
Notifications
> WatchIt! by Jonas Petersson
[free]
Will pick up notifications from the phone and display them in various ways.
> Watchify (Beta) SW2 Extension by A. Sagrebin
[free] [XDA thread]
Allows tons of notifications to pop up on your smartwatch, with Whatsapp, Email, Gmail and Hangouts currently supported to show 'extended notifications' so they'll show the entire message. It also allows setting options for these notifications such as not vibrating at night.
> Calendar smart extension by Sony Mobile Communications
[free]
Shows each upcoming calendar item with location and tapping an item shows more details.
> Quick Reply for SmartWatch 2 by IngeniousApps
[rooted] [€2,41] [XDA thread]
Lets you actually write replies to whatsapp messages as well as view incoming ones on the smartwatch.
> Tasker - Smart Notifier by Shouvik Basu
[free] [donate app at €1,21] [requires Tasker at €2,99]
Send notifications and choose actions accordingly on your SmartWatch via Tasker!
Control apps
> Tasker - Smart Extensions by Shouvik Basu
[free] [donate app at €1,21] [requires Tasker at €2,99]
Ever wanted to decide yourself what to control with your SmartWatch but don't have enough programming knowledge to make your own apps? With this Tasker extension you can!
> Media Control Extension by Lex
[free]
A beautiful app with large, comfortable buttons to control your smartphone's volume, play, pause, skip and for-/backward music; takes little time to load as opposed to Sony's media control application.
> Camera Smart Extension by Sony Mobile Communications
[free]
Turns your smartwatch into a remote smartphone camera trigger. Don't expect the live view to be smooth however.
Games
> 2048 for Smartwatch by Jonathan B.
[free]
Can't get enough of this game on your phone or in the browser? Why not have it on your smartwatch for free!
> BlackJack Extension by Tesseract Mobile
[free] [features ads on phone when replenishing bank money]
"When I'm getting a Smartwatch, I'll get one with BlackJack and Hoo... wait, let's just keep it at BlackJack."
Smartphone apps with added support for the Smartwatch 2
> Light Flow by Reactle
[€1,75] [lite version: free]
Has the option to push all sorts of device notifications to the Smartwatch, but not the extended ones. Therefore you won't get full messages, only short text (pretty handy still if you had already bought this app).
> SmartVanilla Music by Alexander Watt
[free]
Extension to control music through the application
Other
> RSS for Smart Extras™ by Sony Mobile Communications
[free]
Read your RSS feeds on your SmartWatch!
> Tiny Tasks by Lex
[€0,72]
Syncs with Google Tasks so that you can view and mark tasks as complete on your watch.
> Slideshow smart extension by Sony Mobile Communications
[free]
Makes it possible to view images from your phone on your wrist.
> Remote Widget for SmartWatch2 by NeFa Studio
[€1,13] [working ideas]
Put any SmartPhone widget on your SmartWatch!
Do you have anything to add? Please let me know by posting it including a link below!
This list is constantly updating, so keep an eye out!

Lightflow or Lightflow lite supports notification push to SW2 too in recent updates

noobandroid said:
Lightflow or Lightflow lite supports notification push to SW2 too in recent updates
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Is the Lite version also capable of sending to the Smartwatch? I thought I read in the specific thread about the app that only the Pro version was capable. Anyway, I added a new section to the list: Smartphone apps with added support for the Smartwatch 2 :good::cyclops:

Try my app
Quick Reply Whatsapp and SMS for Sony SmartWatch 2
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ingeniousapps.hellosmartwatch
Lemme know your view

khonarr65 said:
Try my app
Quick Reply Whatsapp and SMS for Sony SmartWatch 2
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ingeniousapps.hellosmartwatch
Lemme know your view
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That definitely looks like an interesting app!
Now I just wish I had a way to pay for it *come on Google, introduce me to your Play Gift cards here as well*
I will however included it in my list, as it seems original enough. Does it let users accurately reply whatsapp messages to incoming ones, and does it work in group chats as well? I just wish there was a way to have full whatsapp on your wrist, including all contacts and previous messages.
Does it actually show your message after replying in a 'conversation kind of way', including previous messages? If not, could that be an improvement to save previous messages as well? :angel:

Ha! Great thought..
It does accurately reply to whatsapp individuals and groups and sms as well..
I am working on full whatsapp conversations.. But even if I succeed in it.. I ll be a standalone app with no notifications stuff.. Because SW2 api limitations have binded me to cut short a few things...
Love your collection btw.. Keep it up! Cheers mate!
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Hermantje said:
Is the Lite version also capable of sending to the Smartwatch? I thought I read in the specific thread about the app that only the Pro version was capable. Anyway, I added a new section to the list: Smartphone apps with added support for the Smartwatch 2 :good::cyclops:
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both will work, difference only is that limited apps to use in lite version

I just found a great widget for the Remote Widget SmartWatch extension.
Try putting Sony's TrackID widget on the watch. Clicking it will result in a music search even with the phone's display off!
It's a perfect example of what this app is capable of!
*More ideas may follow in this post*
If you have any other perfect examples, be sure to share them here so I can include them in the list

okay, in the light flow app, the notification is only showing amount of unread notifications, like in gmail, it shows 1 unread, total 1, instead of showing context
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Google Tasks App
So far this app has been a lifesaver. Tiny Tasks syncs up with your Google Tasks so that you can view and mark complete all from your watch
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appman.smarttasks

jamdiggity said:
So far this app has been a lifesaver. Tiny Tasks syncs up with your Google Tasks so that you can view and mark complete all from your watch
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appman.smarttasks
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Added :cyclops:
If you have anything else, let me know! :good:

Hermantje said:
Added :cyclops:
If you have anything else, let me know! :good:
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I think WatchIt! should be in this topic too.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=se.petersson.watch
It's a notifications plugin too.

thank you for this gathering

I'm a new SW2 user as well. SmartTasker is another nice app (although not free), nicer interface than the Tasker Smart Extension.

Chillout said:
I think WatchIt! should be in this topic too.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=se.petersson.watch
It's a notifications plugin too.
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I don't even... know why I never found this app when I was searching on the Play Store for potential apps.
I have yet to try it still, but it looks very promising!
*added to the top of the list*
If anyone knows some more free games, or very good (non laggy) paid ones, I'd love to put more of those on my list

Hermantje said:
I don't even... know why I never found this app when I was searching on the Play Store for potential apps.
I have yet to try it still, but it looks very promising!
*added to the top of the list*
If anyone knows some more free games, or very good (non laggy) paid ones, I'd love to put more of those on my list
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It's great, I've been using it for some time now, and even works while the bluetooth connection is lost, the notifications are still available then.
Also be sure to hit 1035= in the calculator for a nice game

Chillout said:
It's great, I've been using it for some time now, and even works while the bluetooth connection is lost, the notifications are still available then.
Also be sure to hit 1035= in the calculator for a nice game
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Totally forgot to put that in the post!
That game is basically the only game that does not lag, I'm guessing because it's the only one where the smartwatch itself does the calculations?
Oh if only I knew how to program my own apps..

Sudoku: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.epix.sudokuforsmartwatch
Snake (free): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coltsoftware.snake
Blocks, Tetris game: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=se.vaggan.tetris
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michpan said:
Sudoku: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.epix.sudokuforsmartwatch
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I haven't tried it yet. Does it work well?
The idea of my post is not to put random apps in there, but apps that are actually one of the better (the app has 3 one star ratings and 3 two star ones, which makes me wonder...).
It looks to work well though, when I read the description. I might update my post with this game :cyclops:
EDIT: on your snake game: I tried it and it was laggy. Laggy in a way that it wasn't playable to me. The "calculator easter egg snake" is much better so I won't put that snake game in the post.

No problem, haven't tried the sudoku or the blocks game yet.. Someone else might have though..
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Hmm.. Forgot to mention a very interesting free app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sonyericsson.extras.liveware.extension.rss It displays RSS feeds on your watch. I've added RSS feeds from news sites and combined with the watchit app I get notified whenever there's a new news item..
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