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Hiya everyone. This type of thread isn't new to XDA as it's on almost every device fora, but I decided to bring it over here aswell.
I'm going to share the most useful applications to have on a Galaxy SIII and would like you to share your must have apps. If an app gets mentioned by numerous people, that isn't on this list, I'll be sure to add it.
Power Toggles - This is simply the best toggle app around. Able to toggle lots of main features.
Picsay Pro - This is a brilliant photo editor, but limited compared to some others. My personal favourite.
Rotation Locker - WYSIWYG. It locks your screen to either Portrait or Landscape. Really useful on some apps.
XDA App ICS Blue Colours/Themed - Our favourite forum app but with a complete red or blue colour theme thanks to our own Whiskey103
Memory Usage - Lists all current apps and tells you current memory usage, peak memory usage and priorities.
Desktop Visualizer - Makes shortcuts or widgets using a custom image and can be used to make custom icons.
Neutron Music Player - Neutron is a professional music player with amazing high quality. Great for audiophiles.
SuperSU - SuperSU is the Superuser access management tool of the future. *ROOT*
ROM Toolbox Pro - ROM Toolbox combines apps like Titanium Backup, Root Explorer, ROM Manager and others. A must-have root app *ROOT*
AirDroid - For moving files between your PC and phone using WIFI
Tasker - The best app of its kind. It does almost anything
MXPlayer - MXPlayer is one of the best apps for viewing movies.
Photo Timeline - Lets you create a time elapsed sequence of anything you want with your camera and then play as a slideshow
Home Switcher - Switches between any Home Launchers you have on your device.
PicSpeed Wallpapers - Over 170,000 HD wallpapers of all different genres, for our device.
Solid Explorer - Solid Explorer is a file manager which with two independent panels is the most attractive, eye catching and intuitive file manager for the Android.
QuickPic - An alternate photo gallery app, incase you don't like the default
AdAway - AdAway is an open source ad blocker for Android. *ROOT*
Aldiko Book Reader - Read and download thousands of eBooks right on your Android phone or tablet. Download one of the best Android eBook Readers now!
Dropbox - Dropbox is a free service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere.
ES File Explorer- ES File Explorer is a free, featured all-in-one file manager & application manager & task killer & cloud storage client & ftp client & samba client which explores the pictures, music, video, document & other files on your phone and your computer.
Rom Manager - Must have app for any root user. Make backups, flash ROMs, and own your device. ROM Manager is THE MUST HAVE APP for any Android root user.
TeamViewer for Remote Control - Remotely control your computer with TeamViewer Free while you are on the road! Mobile and flexible: remotely access computers from your android device!
Titanium Backup - EXTREMELY powerful tool. Backup ALL apps, Market links, remove bloatware & MORE! ☆Needs ROOT, Android 1.5-4.1+
ZDBox - ZDbox is an amazing and free all-in-one toolbox. It holds a collection of useful tools and has a nice and easy to use interface. With ZDbox you’re getting your mobile/cell phone under control, do easily some optimization and customize it to your needs.
ProCapture - Capture photos and panoramas like a pro with the ProCapture camera app. ProCapture adds advanced features to the Android camera experience. Multiple advanced camera shooting modes supported: Timer, Burst, Reduced Noise, Wide Shot and Panorama.
Unified Remote - Easily the most feature-filled Android-PC remote. Turns your Android device into a WiFi or Bluetooth universal remote control for your Windows PC. Control your favorite programs, mouse, and keyboard.
Whatsapp Messenger - WhatsApp Messenger is a smartphone messenger available for Android. Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, pictures, audio notes, and video messages.
AireTalk - Aire is a new communication app loaded with features that lets you talk to your friends and family in more ways than ever! Use Aire to make calls to any Aire user with voice or video for free!
Astro File Manager - It's like Windows Explorer or Mac’s Finder for your phone or tablet and allows you to easily browse and organize all of your pictures, music, videos and documents. It also gives you the ability to stop processes that burn battery life and backup your apps in case you lose or change phones.
SketchBook Mobile - Autodesk SketchBook® Mobile is a professional-grade paint and drawing application offering a full set of sketching tools and a streamlined and intuitive user interface.
Pocket - When you find something on the web that you want to view later, put it in Pocket. It automatically syncs to your phone, tablet or computer so you can view it any time, even without an internet connection.
Adobe Photoshop Touch - Transform images with core Photoshop features in an app designed for tablets and smartphones. Really this one is self-explanatory. Says what it does on the Tin
AfterFocus - Bring DSLR-like Photography to Your Smartphone
Appy Geek - Appy Geek brings you all the leading tech news sources from the industry in a cleverly laid-out user interface, including TechRadar, Gizmodo, T3 Magazine, The Next Web and more... Staying at the cutting edge of innovation has never been so easy!
VLC for Android Beta - VLC media player is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player that plays most multimedia files as well as discs, devices, and network streaming protocols. This is a BETA version of the port of VLC media player to the Android™ platform. It is intended for power users and hackers. This version is not perfectly stable and is slower than the final version.
Tapatalk Forum App - The only and the best fully functional forum app in the Market, endorsed by over 35,000 of forums worldwide.
Machinima - Machinima is the premier online network providing entertainment for the gaming culture, showing game trailers, gameplay videos and tips, video game reviews, first looks, and original series created in video games. One of the most viewed YouTube channels in the world!
Appextractor - AppExtractor is a tool which will allow you to restore individual applications, data, SMS, and MMS messages from your ROM Manager backups.
SmartTools - Measure length, angle, distance, height, direction and sound with your phone. Smart Tools is a complete package of 5 app sets. It includes 5 Pro sets for a total of 15 tools. In a word, All-in-One.
News Republic - NEWS REPUBLIC features more content than ever including articles and opinions from major players right alongside specialist experts - including ITN, Press Association, Tech Radar, The Sports Review, WENN, HitFix, The Next Web, AFP... More content sources are added regularly with more top names already on the horizon for the future.
CPU Spy - This is a simple app to display the time the CPU spends in each frequency state. This can be a useful tool in diagnosing battery problems or tweaking your over-clock settings.
JellyBean Keyboard - Android Jelly Bean Keyboard from Android 4.1 ported to work on your device! Alternative android keyboard that has Swiftkey like next word prediction. Now includes split keyboard for thumb typing!
Avast! Mobile Security - Full-featured, best/top-rated Android antivirus & security app
DroidWall - Allows you to restrict which apps can access the network. This is the perfect solution if you don't have an unlimited data plan, or just wants to see your battery lasting longer. For advanced users, it also allows you to manually define custom iptables rules.
GO SMS Pro - GO SMS PRO brings you cool UI, fast and convenient SMS/MMS experience. GO SMS Pro is the most popular messaging app; Very powerful, Cool, Funny, Safe, Fully customizable; Well support SMS/MMS + GO Chat(free message) + Walkie Talkie(free voice).*
Plume for Twitter - Plume is a beautiful and completely customizable Twitter app that will revolutionize the way you use Twitter! Brought to you by the authors of the popular Beautiful Widgets, Plume is one of the best Twitter clients for Android! (Plume was formerly known as Touiteur)
System Tuner - The most complete system tuner and manager for all your phones and tablets!
BetterBatteryStats - With BetterBatteryStats you can analyse the behavior of your phone, find applications causing the phone to drain battery while it is supposed to be asleep and measure the effect of corrective actions. Guys you can also find this app if you search on XDA..
GTA Radio - GTA Radio is a free way to listen to all radio stations of famous game Grand Theft Auto from every corner of the earth.
K-9 Mail - K-9 Mail is an open-source e-mail client with search, IMAP push email, multi-folder sync, flagging, filing, signatures, bcc-self, PGP, mail on SD & more!
Goal.com - Goal.com offers local coverage of all the latest developments including breaking news, exclusive interviews, transfer gossip, live commentary and much more. Whatever and wherever the story is, Goal.com offers the most comprehensive and expert coverage of the major domestic leagues and competitions, as well as all the major international tournaments
Aqua Mail - Easy automatic setup for popular email services (Yahoo, Hotmail, Gmail, and more).
Android Lost Free - Lost your android? We will help you find it. See http://www.androidlost.com. Remotely control your Android phone from the internet or by SMS.
Chomp SMS - chomp SMS is a souped-up replacement to the stock android Messaging app with a heap more features.
FilePush - FilePush lets you transfer files to your Android device with only two clicks.
Light Flow Lite - Take control of your notifications. LEDs, vibration, repeating sounds and more.
Poweramp - Poweramp is a powerful music player for Android.
Eye in Sky Weather - Eye In Sky Weather is for those who like their weather clean, simple and beautiful. The app includes 12 of the best weather icon sets available, with the ability to add your own icon sets.
Fast File Transfer - The app uses Wi-Fi Tethering for establishing a connection between the devices but does not need the Internet. Fast File Transfer is an alternative for Bluetooth file sending.
LiveScore - This application comes directly from LiveScore Ltd., the leaders and inventors of real-time delivery of live sport data and owners of the no.1 ranked football / soccer web site globally... I use it and i love it and it is ten times better than the Sky Sports Football Center app.. Must have for all footy fans
Google Googles - Search by taking a picture: point your mobile phone camera at a painting, a famous landmark, a barcode or QR code, a product, a storefront, or a popular image. If Goggles finds it in its database, it will provide you with useful information. Goggles also works as a barcode / QR code scanner.
Zinio - Download the Zinio for Android app and read top magazines from around the world instantly. Zinio is the premier app for magazines on Android, giving readers immediate access to thousands of global titles.
Screen Filter - Applies a shade that acts as a dimmer to ensure your eyes don't hurt. Far more powerful than Android's built-in brightness setting.
Headset Button Controller - Headset Button Controller is very configurable, allowing you to play music, change tracks, adjust volume, answer phone calls, start Voice Command and many other things, just by clicking the button on your headset. Paid app but worth the money
MD5Checker - This application allows the user to compare the MD5 checksum between two files or alternatively between a file and a value entered manually. When loading a .md5, it will read its content and put it in the field instead of calculating the hash.
Speedy Uploader for Facebook - Uploads pics in an instant, after compressing them. Great stuff.
Fast Reboot - Simulates a reboot by closing/restarting all core and user processes and thus frees up memory. Your phone should be much snappier after using Fast Reboot.
Falcon Pro for Twitter - Falcon Pro brings the Ultimate Twitter Experience to your Android Phone and Tablet.
Trial Xtreme 3 - Trial Xtreme 3, will take your breath away with its new innovations and amazing features. Tackle 76 completely original courses, fighting your friends for the race, win while carefully controlling your bike to ensure that you don’t fall victim to one of the many hundreds of mines, water pipes, or wrecked cars that are standing in your way. Great game and highly recommended and it is free
Temple Run - Need i say more
Subway Surfers - I like this game. Very fun and great graphics to.
Instagram - Share your photos in a simple photo stream with friends to see - and follow your friends' photos with the click of a single button. Every day you open up Instagram, you'll see new photos from your closest friends, and creative people from around the world.
Viber: Free Calls & Messaging - Viber allows you to call, text, and send photos worldwide for free.
MovieTube: Free full Movies - MovieTube is a missing channel on YouTube for Free Full Length Movies. It manages free movies in 14 languages including: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi, Arabic, Thai and Malay movies.
Amazon Mobile for Android - The Amazon Mobile app allows customers to browse and shop by department, search, compare prices, find deals, read reviews and make a purchase right from their mobile device.
IMDb Movies & TV - Does what it says on the tin..No need for further introduction..Must have specially if you are a movie fan
Netflix - Netflix is the world’s leading subscription service for watching TV episodes and movies on your phone.
Temple Run 2 - Sequel to the best game around in my eyes..Must have
Jorte Calendar - For personal use or for business, Jorte will assist you to manage your daily schedule thoroughly.
Cerberus Anti Theft - Cerberus is a complete anti-theft application, the best protection you can get to recover your misplaced, lost or stolen Android device
BubbleUPnP - BubbleUPnP is a full featured UPnP/DLNA Control Point, UPnP Media Renderer and UPnP Media Server. Play easily your music, videos and images on your phone and devices on your network (DLNA TVs, XBMC, WMP, ...), from your external UPnP Media Servers.
Chrome - No need for any introduction here
ColorNote - Color Note is a simple notepad app. It gives you a quick and simple notepad editing experience when you write notes, memo, email, message, shopping list and to do list.
Messaging + Google Voice - Stock Messaging Application with Google Voice capabilities.
Sliding Messaging - Easily manage text messages in a new and up to date format compliant with the Android design guidelines and visually based on the stock messaging app from Google, with added features. Get Pro for more features though and show support to dev
CPU Sleeper Quad Core - Since we have Quad Core CPUs, we have a CPU 0 and a CPU1/2/3, core 0,1,2,3 while the screen is off we really only need to have 1 core active "CPU0", this App will make sure CPU 1/2/3 shuts off while the screen is off, then resumes normal usage when the screen comes back on.(You need to pay for this app)
LINE: Free Calls & Messages - LINE is a new communication app which allows you to make FREE voice calls and send FREE messages whenever and wherever you are, 24 hours a day
Sygic: GPS Navigation - High quality TomTom maps stored on your Android (no internet connection needed!) together with a robust set of navigation features help you drive with confidence.
Orbot:Tor on Android - Orbot is the official port of Tor to Android. Tor is a network of virtual tunnels that allows people and groups to improve their privacy and security on the Internet. STANDARD/NO ROOT - Works best with Firefox Mobile+ProxyMob Add-on - Works with Orbot-enabled apps like Gibberbot (secure chat) and Orweb
GSam Battery Monitor - Does what it says on the tin...Read the description in the link to find out what exactly it does..But this is the best battery monitor app out there...Link for FAQ here regarding the app
Buzz Launcher Beta - Buzz Launcher is a new concept launcher which enables you to apply others’ Homescreens to your own smartphone. Download Homescreens best suited for your taste and preferences via Homepack Buzz Service. Homescreens will be applied instantly.
On a side note more apps will be added in the coming days so stay tuned for more goodies..Will be adding more apps that i use as well and find useful and just like my other thread wanna compile the most used apps on your handset.
IF YOU'VE FOUND THIS POST, OR ANY OF THESE APPS USEFUL, INSTEAD OF POSTING THANKS, JUST USE THE BUTTON!
If there are any apps that you feel shouldn't be in this list, please let me know and suggest a better one. I can then test it and maybe add it to the list, in place of the other one.
If you don't suggest a better app, I won't change anything.
Must have Widgets List
Beautiful Widgets - Beautiful set of Widgets containing clock widget, clock and weather widget, weather widgets, date widgets and toggle widgets with skins/themes support!
Fancy Widgets - Personalize your Android home screen with highly customizable clock widgets, weather widgets, home (clock & weather) widgets, forecast widgets, and more with lots of customization options.
Appy Geek - Have to add this part of the widgets to cause it is simple awesome to read all the main headlines on your homescreen and saves from going into the app to find out what is happening in the tech world
Spotify - Spotify gives you instant access to millions of songs on your Android device. With the Spotify app, you can choose to listen for free, or subscribe to Spotify Premium
Flipboard - Flipboard brings together world news and social news in a beautiful magazine.
Elixir 2 Widgets - This application is an add-on for Elixir 2 but it can use as a standalone application too. Widgets makes it possible to put higly configurable widgets to your home screens.
Battery Monitor Widget - Complete battery monitoring with notification icon, history, graphics and alarms
Zedge - Free Ringtones, Wallpapers, Alerts, Live Wallpapers & Games enjoyed by millions.
Daily Mail Online - The Mail Online (Daily Mail) app has been optimised for Android mobile devices on OS version 2.1 and above and offers various features that will allow you to stay up to date with the latest news, gossip, sport, pictures
SiMi Clock Widget - This is a simple minimal Clock Widget. Available size 2x1 3x1,4x1 and 5x1 (Galaxy Tab). !!! If you have a Taskmanager running please exclude SiMi Clock !!!.. I highly recommend this great widget..I personally use it and it is a must have
Battery Clock Calendar - Battery, Clock and Calendar in one widget. Nice design, and good looking.
Falcon for Twitter - Falcon is a powerful *WIDGET* that brings a full Twitter client to your homescreen
GO Email Widget - GO Email Widget supports most of the popular email boxes in the world
Pulse News - Pulse News is a beautiful app that takes your favorite websites and transforms them into a colorful and interactive mosaic.
Hi just wanted to let you know its kidcarter93 mate.
Also wanted to give you a suggestion that maybe adding a photo or 2 to the description of each app mate.
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Hi just wanted to let you know its kidcarter93 mate.
Also wanted to give you a suggestion that maybe adding a photo or 2 to the description of each app mate.
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Mate click on the app name mate and will take you to the market link mate. So no point of unwanted pics mate.
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Yeah i know. But my main thing was the correct Name you credited to.
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Yeah i know. But my main thing was the correct Name you credited to.
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well spotted
nice thread mate. it helps me a lot. thanks for sharing :thumbup:
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Bumping up so more people will see it
''Absolute power corrupts absolutely, but absolute powerlessness does the same''
added a few more apps for you guys..check OP and feel free to hit the thanks.
Nice thread. Same way, can we have a list of must have widgets ?
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Nice thread. Same way, can we have a list of must have widgets ?
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Can do yes
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Nice thread. Same way, can we have a list of must have widgets ?
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Pretty sure that Android Pro Widgets should be in this list.
I would also like to recommend Nova Launcher for an even smoother experience (as if the S3 isn't smooth enough). )
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Pretty sure that Android Pro Widgets should be in this list.
I would also like to recommend Nova Launcher for an even smoother experience (as if the S3 isn't smooth enough). )
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Beautiful widgets plus you also can add HD Widgets to
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Nice thread. Same way, can we have a list of must have widgets ?
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Check post 2 already started a list of the must have widgets. Added a few that i am currently using and if you guys have anymore feel free to share:highfive:
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Beautiful widgets plus you also can add HD Widgets to
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I wanted to say that UCCW is an awesome clock widget that can be customized, but I can't seem to find it in my Google Play. O_O
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I wanted to say that UCCW is an awesome clock widget that can be customized, but I can't seem to find it in my Google Play. O_O
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its under as one clock free widget
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its under as one clock free widget
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Oh! Name changed? Hahaha no wonder I didn't notice it. :laugh: Yeah, it's an awesome widget tool as well, and there are a lot of amazing skins for it.
GTask also has a nifty, useful widget.
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Oh! Name changed? Hahaha no wonder I didn't notice it. :laugh: Yeah, it's an awesome widget tool as well, and there are a lot of amazing skins for it.
GTask also has a nifty, useful widget.
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Will add them buddy
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added a few more apps to the OP guys
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added a few more apps to the OP guys
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Thanks for the list Goku80 :good:
I want to make a list with nice apps for our Sony Smartwatch 3.
Which apps are you using?
Give us some good apps, why they are great/better and if possible with their links! Please read and don't post doubles.
My List for now:
APPS:
Wear Mini Launcher
Need to have this one for starting apps the easy way. Also handy for finding your phone and quickly change watch brightness.
Runkeeper
Run Sports Tracker, compatible with Google Fit
Task Manager
See whats happening and force close apps..
Wear Battery Stats
Wear Battery Stats, monitor your Android Wear device battery life and when an app is installed, updated or uninstalled.
Evernote for Android Wear
Take notes and sync them with your computer
Flashlight for Wear
Sort of light..
Sleep as Android (PAID)
Sleep tracker with wear support.
Multi Calculator
Wear Internet Browser
IFTTT
For doing many things, like turn my Philips Hue Lights On from the watch.
Google Fit
Steps and movement Tracker compatible with Runkeeper
Google Maps
Calendar for Android Wear (PAID)
Very nice calendar app! Add appointment with keyboard or voice. Change time of appointments and more.
Facer (PAID)
Nice app to make watchfaces, many free watchfaces available (including mine!) Another similar app is called "Watchmaker"..
Sony Walkman App
Musicplayer compatible to sync music offline to the watch.
tinyCam Monitor Pro (PAID)
Lets you "send" a camera feed to your watch so you can watch it there.
Ghostracer Beta
Very nice running app for standalone watch support. Use Bluetooth smart HRM monitors and listen to music with the Walkman app at the same time.. Many features and upload possibilities to Strava and other running apps (in future). Join this LINK for BETA.
PixtoCam
Camera remote tool. Kinda handy for making stop motion video's with your phone!
Hue Control
For now a good app to control the Philips Hue lamps from the watch.
Sony TrackID
Track the name of a song with the watch's mic.
GAMES:
Sheep Shield
Funny game for a couple minutes..
Birdy Wear
Another Flappy Bird rip off.
BiDot
Very nice little ball game. Played it for a while..
* Calendar for Android Wear (PAID)
Very nice calendar app! Add appointment with keyboard or voice. Change time of appointments and more.
I took a chance, only a few downloads but ok I will see
* Calendar for Android Wear (PAID)
Very nice calendar app! Add appointment with keyboard or voice. Change time of appointments and more.
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I took a chance, only a few downloads but ok I will see
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What are you trying to tell us? Is it an app?
Send with Tapatalk on Sony Z2
djgodlike said:
I want to make a list with nice apps for our Sony Smartwatch 3.
Which apps are you using?
Please don't discuss here too much! Give us some good apps, why they are great/better and if possible with their links! Please read and don't post doubles.
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I have not used this app very long, but it has worked great so far to allow me to easily lower the brightness below the normal settings. This will be great at night. I went ahead and purchased it for a dollar from the play store to support the developer, but the developer is offering it for a free trial right now thru 12/21/14.
SWApp True Dark Wear - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=57615301
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I have not used this app very long, but it has worked great so far to allow me to easily lower the brightness below the normal settings. This will be great at night. I went ahead and purchased it for a dollar from the play store to support the developer, but the developer is offering it for a free trial right now thru 12/21/14.
SWApp True Dark Wear - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=57615301
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Thanks! I like the idea but at my watch it looks like a black/brown layer on top instead of adjusting the brightness. For example with "wear mini launcher" you can adjust the brightness below the normal settings. Only thing is when screen turns off and on again, brightness setting is to default again... <br />
Your app holds its settings, so that's a good workaround for now.<br/>
Check this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pixtogram.wear.zicam. For me is the best taking photos on Sony SW3
Does anyone know how to activate the Android Wear channel in ITTT? I can't seem to figure it out, tried opening ITTT on the watch, tells me to use the phone and then the phone has no obvious place to enable it (well other than the activate android wear channel--but that doesn't work haha)
Does anyone know how to make a negative watch face when the watch is "resting"? What I mean is, when the watch goes into rest mode and you see the e-ink display of the watch face, it would be nice to have that in a negative tone. You'd be able to see it better.
I use Facer and have different displays depending on whether the watch is active or idle. Active has full digital information, idle just shows hands. I assume something like what you are after may be possible.
Just to add;
Ghostracer Beta (GPS, Bluetooth HRM support, Syncs with Strava and all others that sync with Strava (my fitness pal, runkeeper etc.)) -- Works by itself! No phone required.
Walkman App beta (Lets you transfer Mp3s to your device that aren't through Play Music. Does it via Playlists rather than "everything" like Google Play Music.) -- Listen directly from your watch to bluetooth headsets! Great for listening with leaving your phone at home on runs/walks.
Tinycam Monitor (PRO) -- Paid -- Lets you "send" a camera feed to your watch so you can watch it there.
Wear Calendar -- I like this calendar above the rest currently out there
At work -- Useful time keeping wear app to check in and out of work to manage your timecard
Flopsy Droid -- Flappy bird rip off because why not??? This app actually makes a lot of sense for a wear device.
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Does anyone know how to make a negative watch face when the watch is "resting"? What I mean is, when the watch goes into rest mode and you see the e-ink display of the watch face, it would be nice to have that in a negative tone. You'd be able to see it better.
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I have used Facer for this with my home made Casio watchface ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2956934
Watchface for Facer, Casio White ). I prefer the new white, with digital big clock in ambient mode...
At the moment I'm trying the "Watchmaker" app with the same Casio face. It has more options to tweak...
Will update this section soon with all of our new "must have apps"..
I'm really enjoying the Walkman app that imnoob55 mentioned in his post above. I found it at this link ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2728110 ) and it's working flawlessly on my Note 2 paired with my Sony Smartwatch 3.
Good afternoon friends, how I can do for my SWR50 vibrate with WhatsApp notification, someone can help me with this?? Really I'll appreciate your help!
Xperia Z3 D6603.
charlypaez said:
Good afternoon friends, how I can do for my SWR50 vibrate with WhatsApp notification, someone can help me with this?? Really I'll appreciate your help!
Xperia Z3 D6603.
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I think this question belongs in the Question section!
Turn on the Whatsapp notifications on your phone. That should do the trick...
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I think this question belongs in the Question section!
Turn on the Whatsapp notifications on your phone. That should do the trick...
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Sorry for disturb with my question ?... I receive the notification for WhatsApp.. My problem is that my SWR50 not vibrate whit this app..
Xperia Z3 D6603.
Added some apps to the first post. Also thanks to you guys!
Is somebody using Watchmaker ? I can't get it to work properly, it seems that there is some sort of lag with the minute while in ambient mode. Facer is working fine but Watchmaker has weather icons out of the box.
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Is somebody using Watchmaker ? I can't get it to work properly, it seems that there is some sort of lag with the minute while in ambient mode. Facer is working fine but Watchmaker has weather icons out of the box.
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I converted my watchface made in Facer to a Watchmaker face, but had a batterydrain and some other issues. Maybe it's just me but at the moment I'll stay with Facer. I actually like the variety of features from Watchmaker though..
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I converted my watchface made in Facer to a Watchmaker face, but had a batterydrain and some other issues. Maybe it's just me but at the moment I'll stay with Facer. I actually like the variety of features from Watchmaker though..
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I use Facer too, but now I have the same problem since the last update. The minutes are always 1 minute late and update when I wake up the watch.
Samsung Galaxy S3 is one of the most popular device is Samsung Galaxy Series. This device comes with amazing specification and feature which give neck to neck fight to the Android device released in 2015. Samsung Galaxy S3 is an overall brilliant smartphone, there are some features missing in the device which you can cover up by using Android apps.
If you’ve any old or new Samsung Galaxy S3, then you might be looking for some of the best apps which ads more functionality to your device. Why don’t you check the first one:
1. Lumosity
Lumosity is designed by neuroscientists to train memory, attention, and more. With foundations in the study of neuroplasticity, Lumosity games are used in research, and have been incorporated into studies done by top scientists worldwide.
2. AirDroid
AirDroid allows you to access and manage your Android phone or tablet from Windows, Mac or the Web, wirelessly, for free.
3. 7 Minute Workout
If you want to lose weight, get a flat tummy & strengthen abdominal muscles, get the dreamed abs with sixpack, 7 minutes abs workout can strengthen your core and tone your abs, with videos on how to perform each exercise. Don’t have an hour for daily workout and abs workout? you might not need it, just try 7 minute quick fit workout, it has Video Tutorial to help you do it right.
4. Battery by MacroPinch
Battery is a small, sleek and elegant app that will help you follow the current battery percentage on your Android device, and even serve as a battery saver.
5. Microsoft Office Mobile
Microsoft Office Mobile is the official Office companion optimized for your Android phone. You can access, view and edit your Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint documents from virtually anywhere. All the documents look like the originals, thanks to support for charts, animations, SmartArt graphics and shapes.
6. SwiftKey Keyboard
SwiftKey is able to understand not just patterns in your typing, but also how words work together. Swiftkey can continue to learn from SMS, your email and even social media accounts (if enabled), so it gets better at making predictions as you type.
7. WhatsApp Messenger
WhatsApp Messenger is a messaging app available for Android and other smartphones. It uses your phone’s Internet connection (4G/3G/2G/EDGE or Wi-Fi, as available) to message and call friends and family. Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, calls, photos, videos, and Voice Messages.
8. Instagram
Instagram is a simple way to capture and share the world’s moments. Transform your everyday photos and videos into works of art and share them with your family and friends. See the world through somebody else’s eyes by following not only the people you know, but inspirational Instagrammers, photographers, athletes, celebrities and fashion icons.
9. edjing – DJ Music Mixer Studio
One of the best music app for Android that let you access to a pair of virtual DJ decks and pulls in music from both SoundCloud and Deezer, along with any music stored on your device.
10. QuickPic
Fast, lightweight, modern, QuickPic is the best alternative album app for all your beloved photos, which can replace the stock Gallery app.
11. AccuWeather
Stay connected to the latest weather conditions with AccuWeather. This free app features the new AccuWeather MinuteCast, the leading minute-by-minute precipitation forecast, hyper-localized to your exact street address. AccuWeather offers the same Superior Accuracy and great experience across all Android smartphones and tablets, and Android Wear.
12. Opera Max
Opera Max is a free, data-savings and data-management app that extends your data plan. Using this you can easily manage your data by monitoring daily data usage and limit data-hogging apps to Wi-Fi only. Opera Max also provides data savings by compressing videos, photos, media and more on almost all of your favorite apps and websites
13. Google Drive
Get started with Google Drive for free and have all your files within reach from any smartphone, tablet, or computer. All your files in Drive like your videos, photos, and documents are backed up safely so you can’t lose them. Easily invite others to view, edit, or leave comments on any of your files or folders.
14. Nokia Here
Nokia Here is a map application by Nokia which works without Internet, can be accessed whenever and wherever, which is great for city breaks when you’re steering clear of the roaming charges.
15. Chrome Desktop
Google Remote Desktops enables users access to a Windows or Mac machine in order to make connections through the Chrome Web Store app. Users will then launch Android app via their phone or tablet, tapping on the computer’s name which they’ll like to control.
16. Retrica
Retrica will transform your photo experience into something truly memorable. Choose how you want to remember that great view from your trip, or that delicious meal you shared with a friend. With Retrica’s live filters, you can preview how your photos will look, before you even take the photo.
17. IF by IFTTT
IFTTT lets you create powerful connections with one simple statement if this then that. You can activate and connect your Channels services like Facebook, Dropbox, and Gmail as well as devices like Nest Thermostat, Fitbit, and Philips Hue for limitless ways to automate and empower your life.
18. EvolveSMS
EvolveSMS is a powerful texting replacement app that makes talking to your friends quick, fun and easy. It’s been designed from the bottom up with the newest Android guidelines in mind to look beautiful and just plain work. Feel completely immersed in the app with a design that flows freely between, you, all your friends, and Android.
19. Yahoo Aviate Launcher
Yahoo Aviate is the launcher that will take your phone to the next level. Gone are the days of a cluttered and boring stock Android phone. Yahoo Aviate automatically organises your apps and shows you the information you need, at the moment it’s useful.
20. Digg
Digg delivers the most interesting and talked-about stories on the Internet. Its powered by social signals and old-fashioned human judgment, our editors turn the Internet’s vast and cacophonous flood of articles, blog posts, magazine pieces, status updates, photos and videos into the elegant and endlessly engrossing mix known as Digg.
21. Material Wallpaper (Android L)
Material Walls contains High Quality Handcrafted Wallpapers dressed in the famous Material Design / Quantum paper design introduced recently and will debut on the upcoming Android Lollipop (Android 5.0) by Google. All the wallpapers are available in the perfect resolution for almost every device out there as almost all resolutions are supported.
22. Spotify Music
With Spotify, you have access to a world of music. You can listen to artists and albums, or create your own playlist of your favorite songs. Want to discover new music? Choose a ready-made playlist that suits your mood or get personalized recommendations.
These are some of the best must have Android applications for Samsung Galaxy S3. Why don’t you try these application to give life to your device.
Source: What's With Tech
I will be setting up my new Moto 360 and was curious which sports scoreboard (and news) apps people were using to get score update notifications on their watches. In the past I used ESPN and 360 Sports but hopefully there are better ones at pushing notifiations to the watch?
Nomad1600 said:
I will be setting up my new Moto 360 and was curious which sports scoreboard (and news) apps people were using to get score update notifications on their watches. In the past I used ESPN and 360 Sports but hopefully there are better ones at pushing notifiations to the watch?
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I use espn for most sports but for international soccer I us Forza soccer. Visca Barça!
The native Google Now app on your phone does a great job. Just add your teams and you get card notifications just like weather or anything else. Seamless
:good::good: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sofascore.results
I would have to say FotMob from the Playstore has been great for me on my Moto 360 and I ended up paying for the pro version.
Really like TheScore app. I have custom notifications set-up for all of my teams already and those get pushed to the watch as well. Great for keeping up on games when I am not home and now I don't have to pull my phone out to look at it to see the notification.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fivemobile.thescore
Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I will check out TheScore and SofaSports.
I was wondering which apps are really recommended to install when starting using the watch (or Android wear watch in general)
e.g. sleep as android or remote camera
and is there an app like flux or screen filter for smartwatches (to dim the screen for dark areas cause brightness 1 is still too bright)
No one that can recommend cool Android Wear apps?
Always On watch, PDF reader, Weareal, Wear edge controls...
Feel the Wear
If you have a Logitech Harmony, I recommend Harmony Wear.
alose said:
If you have a Logitech Harmony, I recommend Harmony Wear.
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no, don't have one
flux and sleep as android both have plugins that work with the watch
i have both of them paid versions
f.lux controls your watch screen as well as your phones
and sleep as android monitors your movement and heart rate etc when you wear the watch to sleep. (i charge it in the morning as soon as i wake up, and its at 100% before i am (shower food etc) )
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Always On watch, PDF reader, Weareal, Wear edge controls...
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Where can I find Always On Watch and Wear edge controls?
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Where can I find Always On Watch and Wear edge controls?
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=alwaysonwatch.thirdprogression.com.alwaysonwatch
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgecontrols.android
beautiful, thank you
Always On Watch and Wear Edge Controls
Id love to know, why, when I click either one of those links, and see the play store, and I click to see which of my devices are compatible with the apps, both apps tell me that my Huawei Watch is incompatible, theres an X next to my watch in the device compatibility list (and a checkmark next to my Note 5)
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Id love to know, why, when I click either one of those links, and see the play store, and I click to see which of my devices are compatible with the apps, both apps tell me that my Huawei Watch is incompatible, theres an X next to my watch in the device compatibility list (and a checkmark next to my Note 5)
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One reason could be if you're on the Developer Preview. If so, you have to install directly on the watch with the watch's Play Store.
Bought an Android!! Good luck for anyone else in my shoes. Thanks apple for me going to the other side.
Make a watch with a real clock faces and a phone that works with other watch's.
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I have an Iphone and no Android. I have ADB working right now and like to side load some faces but they all have a .watch file. Can I put the application of Facer or WatchMaker on the watch and then adb a .watch file? Need a way to make this work and I know there are a-lot of smart Tech Cats out there!! Please Help
Cant find any .APK of nice watch faces or even Rolex Mov and others!
1. Install watchmaker from the playstore on your smartphone.
2. Go to https://plus.google.com/communities/106982503578105386202
3. Find a watchface you like, then download it or send it to your dropbox. (I use dropbox myself)
4. Download the .watch file to your smartphone. (I use export from Dropbox to Downloads folder on my Nexus)
5. Open watchmaker and use the "import" button on the top-right of the app and browse to where you saved the .watch file
That's it. Now you can use the watchface by clicking "Set Watchface".
^good stuff!
Best apps I use:
2048
Bees Recorder
Browser
File Boss
Find My Phone
Heart Trace. THE BEST APP IN THE UNIVERSE
Photos
Pocket Casts
Shazam
TypeIt Wear SMS
Yeah, to stay ontopic, here's my top favorites as of now:
Yatse (if you have a Kodi mediaplayer, you can use your watch as a remote and browse your media)
Domoticz (I use Domoticz as a home automation tool on a Raspberry and this app enables me to switch lights, heating, etc.)
Endomondo (for heartrate monitoring during workouts, but Fitbit is more accurate)
Spotify (I own BT wireless headphones and with this, I'm able to control my Spotify from my wrist instead of taking my phone out of my pocket)
I would recommend Coffee SMS for Android wear. However, I uninstalled it because it does not show group SMS. If they update it to show group SMS, then I will get it agian.
A Must Have!
SmartWear Dev
Automagic (the best one so far)
I've developed a flow that my mobile change to silent mode when I open the Theather Mode on my watch.
I also use another flows, start and stop a record on my mobile, make a call... and so on.