Top 10 financial applications for Droid X

October 29th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Among the many features of the Motorola Droid X, it can also function as a money management device thanks to the myriad of financial assistance applications that are supported by the Android platform. Some of the best financial applications are as follows:

1. Loot

Loot is an application that emulates a cheque book on the phone. There is no link with the accounts for automatic updates but you can setup an account each time and add and subtract the money that comes in or goes out. The UI is extremely easy to use with a black background with white text and the layout is minimalist.

2. DroidSense

This application is for those users who have an income from a Google AdSense account. The data is collected over the past three days in the free version of the application and is great for analyzing daily statistics but not much more than that.

3. My Coupons

Many top brands in various industries release promotional coupons for online purchases which offer handsome discounts. This app updates daily with a list of coupon codes for various brands and sites. You can even share these coupon codes through social networking sites through the app itself.

4. Pocket Auctions

This app is the ultimate eBay app for the Droid X and features every aspect of the eBay website including categories and the advanced search options present on the full version of the site. This app also supports barcode images, allowing you to take photographs of barcodes and then using the app to find the product on eBay.

5. Share Event Expenses

This is a community application that is built on stories of people who lost money by making the wrong investments or overspending. It helps in tracking cash flows and share and stock expenses. Moreover, it can also be used as an alternate finance tracking application. Read the rest of this entry »

Could True Love Find You – Let These 3 Android Apps Help

October 29th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Dating — depending on where you are in the dating game, that one little word can make you wrinkle your nose in disgust or get a funny little grin on your face. It’s really that divisive — you’re either having a good time at the dating game, or you’re not. Of course, if you’re not having a good time at dating, you’re most likely scrambling to find a solution that really works.

What does this have to do with that shiny new Android phone in your pocket? Well, a lot of things. For starters, there are plenty of different Android apps in the marketplace, and it was only a matter of time before someone came up with a few tools to make dating a little easier.

If you’re looking for true love, here are 3 Android apps that might make it a little easier.

1. MiuMeet

All good dating starts with actually getting in touch with someone and getting to know them a bit better. However, there’s something to be read about just reaching out and contacting someone. This is where the MiuMeet Android app comes in. Instead of trying to search endlessly for people to meet up with, you can actually bring the people to you with this app. The app will scan your immediate area and pop up with a grid of different faces. Once you select the person that you want to talk to, you can text or invite them to chat with you. You can handle the rest from there, can’t you?

2. Match.com

There’s just something about match.com that makes them one of the hottest dating sites around. This isn’t a recent title — Match.com has been the destination for serious daters for a long time now. If you’re really ready to give up the dating game and find the one that you’re meant to be with, this site is for you. The Android app gives you the ability to get the best of Match.com right on your phone.

3. Flirtomatic

Social networking is great and all, but when you know that you want to meet someone awesome, you have to do a little more than post on walls and send sparkly graphics. You will want to have the ability to really reach out, and Flirtomatic helps you do just that. The power of this app is that it takes your Facebook contact list and gives you the ability to flirt with them in an environment that makes it not only effortless, but truly addictive.

As you might imagine, the list of Android dating apps is still growing. If you’re part of a major dating site, you might want to be prepared to have an Android app created just for the site. The power of these apps is great, but as more apps come on the horizon, one thing is definitely clear — the world of dating apps is going to explode exponentially, and that means that you should have all the tools in the world to find true love!

9 Business Boosting Apps for Your Android Phone

October 26th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

When you know that you really want to build a business more than anything else in the world, it goes without saying that you will need to look into any and every solution that you can in order to really move to the next level. Anything less just won’t help you get any closer to your goals than where you’re at now. Thankfully, there are more than a few resources to get you on the right rack. In fact, if you already have a good Android phone, you might be surprised by all of the different Android apps that you can use to get your business on the right path — and keep it there for the long haul.

While it’s true that there are plenty of Android apps, here’s a list of 9 business boosting apps specifically for your ‘Droid — who needs more than 9 apps? Oh wait — an Android apps junkie, which is what you might become after you’ve made these nine apps really work for you.

1. Scan2PDF Mobile

This is the #1 Android app that seems to go on every business list, but there’s definitely a reason for that. It makes you a lot more productive in more ways than one. For starters, you’ll be able to scan any document from your phone and turn it into a PDF. Getting a document scanner in the palm of your hand is pretty powerful, you know.

2. TripIt!

Here’s another business-boosting Android app — TripIt basically becomes a travel assistant in mobile form, giving you the ability to track all of your business trips with ease. Let’s face it — who wants to really do all of that IRS recordkeeping on their own? TripIt makes heavy documentation effortless — just the way it should be.

3. Recordoid Dictaphone

Get revenge on anyone that’s ever called you a windbag with the Recordoid Dictaphone — the perfect solution for anyone that has a lot to say but not enough notebook paper to write it all down on. This handy Android app lets you jot down every thought you have without breaking a sweat — just what every writer and business professional needs to have on hand.

4. Cashbook

If you’re still using Microsoft Excel to balance your checkbook, here’s a newsflash — that’s so 1999. Jump into now with the Cashbook app for your Android phone. From trips all the way up to managing inventory, cashbook can help you track it all and still have you looking cool while doing it.

5. GoPayment

There’s just no getting around how credit cards have taken over. If you’re trying to run a mobile business, you don’t want to try to carry around bulky credit card terminals. Intuit’s GoPayment Android app will give you the ability to process credit card payments and email receipts to your customers right there on the spot. Not a bad app to have when you’re trying to make the entire world your office, right?

6. LogMeIn

When your computer is at home with all of your work files, there are just going to be some times where you can’t run home and get the files you need. LogMeIn’s Android app is the perfect answer to this problem, since you will be able to get into your computer remotely anytime you need that last minute file.

7. MightyMeeting

The power of full scale presentation software in the palm of your hand. Cheesy? Only if you haven’t seen MightyMeeting in action. It’s a great little program that can really help you dazzle and sparkle at your next meeting.

8. Locale

What does Locale bring to the table, you might ask? Well, this little Android app is all about helping you cast the best image possible as an up and coming business professional. There’s a time and a place for your cell phone to ring, and if you have a problem remembering to turn your phone off and on before and after meetings respectively, this app is definitely for you. ‘Nuff said.

9. Docs to Go

The Microsoft Office suite and business go hand in hand like peanut butter jelly, the moon and the stars, and uh…business and taxes? Either way, this is a fantastic Android app that will allow you to open, edit, and even create brand new spreadsheets, word processor docs and even those all important presentation files. If nothing else, this one app can definitely get your business running on smooth ground. After all, you can’t play Android games at the airport all the time, right?

Overall, these apps are a mix of functional programs and image-enhancing programs that are sure to get you noticed at the office and beyond. These days, it’s not a given that business will even be done in one location, let alone one continent! Why not use these Android apps to get you everywhere that you need to be?

eReading Devices and Apps Bring Out the Best In Your Android Phone!

October 20th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Reading on the go? We can definitely relate to that. More and more people are finding that curling up with a physical book just isn’t the way to go anymore. For starters, if you decide to go the traditional route, you’re only going to be limited to one book. That’s really not great for avid readers who can eat through a single book in a matter of hours. Once you finish with that book, you’re going to have to end up going back to the library, spending gas, money, and time just to get something else. Wouldn’t it be better to have a selection of eReading devices and apps that can help you read on the go in style as well as comfort.

It’s true — today’s modern eReaders are designed to be as comfortable on your eyes as possible. Taking care of your eyes is pretty important — after all, you really only get one set so you need to make sure that you take good care of them. From this point, you need to really think about the type of eReader that you really want to invest in.

One of our favorites would have to be the Amazon Kindle, for a wide number of reasons. For one, it’s really the first device that kicked off the super eReading craze as it stands today. In addition, you can find a Kindle app for the Android that works really well. If you’re used to carrying around your Android phone everywhere, then you’ll find that the two platforms link into each other quite well. There are even some social functions in place to really make life a lot easier for you over time. Why wouldn’t you want to share what you’re reading with other people? You can also browse other people’s recommendations so that you never run out of interesting things to read.

Be sure that you treat your eReading devices and apps well — keep in mind that you can end up going through a lot of battery life, so it’s a good idea to keep your devices as charged up as you can. There are mobile docking stations that can power multiple devices at one time, meaning that you don’t have to worry about running out of power on those long flights when you don’t have access to a plug.

Now is the best time to go out and get a good eReader like the Amazon Kindle, or even to start looking around the Android Marketplace for apps that can turn your Android into an eReading device of sorts. Why not check it out for yourself?!

Android Entertainment Apps You Can Enjoy for Free

October 17th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Some of the best things in life are free and free phone apps are no exception. There is an endless supply of no-cost Android apps on the market and it can become tedious to download and test out each one  in order to find the ones you like the best. If this reason is stopping you from enjoying some of these freebies, review the free apps on this list and take the guesswork out of your search. If you are in the market for some great entertaining Android apps, you are bound to enjoy at least one of the following applications.

FMyLife FML Official

Be prepared to become addicted to this app. With FMyLife for Android, you can browse through a slew of posts written by average, disgruntled and upset people across the world, making your bad day seem, well, not so bad. In addition, viewers of FMyLife are able to rate each post and make comments. It is too easy to waste away several hours reading the amusing and sometimes horrifying posts on FMyLife.

Funny Jokes

Funny Jokes is definitely one great Android application you can use to find some of the most hilarious jokes of all time. All jokes on this app are divided into 12 various categories, allowing you to avoid subjects you do not find funny.

Magic 8-Ball

Almost everyone remembers their old magic 8-ball that sat on the dresser in their bedroom. Now, you can bring back that fun and nostalgic feeling with the Magic 8-Ball application for Android, except with a ton of cool features the traditional 8-ball could never provide. So if there is a burning question you must have answered, simply pull out your Droid and let the 8-Ball give you the answer you need.

Steamy Window

Although this application is interesting, there is not much practical use for it. But because the Steamy Window is so unique, it deserves a spot on this list. After selecting the background picture of your choice and covering the picture with steam, you will be able to wipe the screen off with your fingertips. This app makes a perfect reproduction of steamy mirror or shower door; you can even see moving water beads.

TMZ

TMZ is a guilty pleasure of many who follow the latest celebrity news and now, there is a special TMZ application for Android users. With this app, you can keep up with up-to-the-minute celebrity gossip from anywhere in the world. Even though the lives of celebrities are unimportant, it sure is fun knowing the latest “scoop” before your friends.

Samsung confirm the release date for their new handset

October 13th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

The Samsung mobile giant has recently confirmed a release date for a much-anticipated handset. The handset in question offers an assortment of high tech features and apps and is available in the UK in just over a month.

So which handset are we talking about? The mobile phone in question is in fact the Samsung Galaxy Note and if you are lucky, you may be able to get your hands on one in the very near future!

This isn’t just a smartphone, it is also a tablet and a hybrid and the much talked about device was raved about at the IFA 2011 in August.

So what can we expect from such a unique smartphone? The specs include an 8-mega-pixel rear mounted camera, which in fact features 1080p HD video recording facilities as well as a front facing 2-mega-pixel lens! This means taking photos of you and your friends together no longer requires the task of trying to hit the button from the other side of the camera. This is a technique that often results in missing half of the group out of the camera shot!

The operating systems included are Android Gingerbread 2.1, which is powered by a 1.4 GHz processor. Despite all of the technology squeezed into this handset, it still only measures 9.65mm. This is great news for those that desire a high tech gadget that isn’t bulky but instead easy to carry around, whether this is too and from work or whilst travelling to various venues.

Samsung have stated that they have in fact brought an extremely innovative product to the market with the introduction of this handset. The Samsung Note is said to be the fastest handset to date and still offers the entire award winning specifications expected from a state of the art smartphone. Visit the site to see more about this new innovative mobile phone at the Dialaphone website.

Android Apps Every Business Traveler Needs

October 10th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

When your place of employment requires you to travel, there are certain tools you need to manage your files, communicate with your home office and navigate the city you are visiting. With the Android device, any business traveler can enjoy simple productivity via the various apps specifically designed for this mobile device.

Always Be Local

Always be Local is a “travel companion” that utilizes GPS technological in order to locate destinations and the various stores, restaurants and other activities within the vicinity. This application is ideal for those in town for a short stay, especially in an unfamiliar one.

Cab4Me

Many business travelers rely on public transportation and cab companies to save on traveling costs. If you are one of those travelers, Cab4Me is a free application that locates the nearest cab companies in your area. Service reviews of each company are even included.

Cashbook

Cashbook tracts expenses on a weekly and monthly basis. Users of this Android device can even keep tabs on their mileage.

Currency

When using this app, it is possible to covert 160 different currencies. The exchange rates are calculated in real-time. Charts, trends and other news are included for an added bonus.

GoAruna

If you have decided to pack light and want leave your laptop at home but you fear you may need to access certain files, GoAruna is a wonderful solution. This application lets users drop their files into their device before they leave, allowing access to them at a later date. This also relieves you of the hassle of getting your laptop through airport security.

Meeting Notes

Meeting notes lets the Android user not only write notes, but also take pictures and records voice memos. In addition, it provides the capability of organizing, search and e-mailing photo and audio clips. You can multipurpose this app by using it to take pictures of and organize expense receipts.

Talk to Me

If you find yourself in a foreign country during the course of your work-related traveling, Talk to Me is a fantastic translation app for Android. Not only is it free, but also covers five different languages – English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.

TripIt

Many Android users appreciate TripIt for its ability to organize a wide array of itinerary information in an easily readable format, such as restaurants, flights and hotels. Other features of this app include GPS technology and gate-change alerts at the airport.

Three Android Security Apps That Will Keep Your Device Safe

October 6th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Most Android users tend to store tons of data on their devices, data they want kept safe. Besides running the risk of strangers getting access to your personal information, replacing an Android can be a costly expense. And after replacing it, you still need to reload all of your old data and applications. This makes the following three apps invaluable to your Android’s safety.

Lookout

Lookout is a great application with many excellent features, such as a firewall, intrusion protection and antivirus software. But even though this application has many tools, it still takes up little space on the Android, allowing the device to run smoothly. If you happen to misplace your phone or realize it is stolen, you can simply log onto the Internet through any computer and track its whereabouts. In addition to these features, Lookout also has the ability to backup data such as e-mails, videos, pictures, text messages and contacts.

Protector

This application is quite different than the Lookout app mentioned above. Protector lets the user apply password protection to the Android apps and features of their choice. A password can be applied to virtually anything – e-mails, Settings, SMS, Gmail, Notepad, Calender, Chat and much more. If you want to get increasingly specific, it is possible to assign a password to specific functions within an application, allowing you to further safeguard your device. Any app with a password will still be locked tight even when using the Task Manager.

Even better, if someone attempts to uninstall the Protector app, they must use the PIN code with which it is associated. However, the only downside to this particular feature is that the PIN can never be recovered. So if you do decide to get rid of this app, you cannot do it if you forget the PIN; be sure to write it down and put it somewhere safe.

WaveSecure

WaveSecure is an Android app with some similarities to Lookout. With WaveSecure, the user can block their phone from accessing the Internet so that if the phone is lost or stolen, it becomes useless to the person who has it. It also allows the user to activate an alarm and show a message. In addition, you can track the phone, back it up from a remote computer or set its auto-backup function. What WaveSecure offers as opposed to its Lookout counterpart is that WaveSecure will allow you to to wipe out any data stored in the phone by logging onto the Internet through a computer.

For Android App Developers – Applying a Licensing Policy via Google

October 1st, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Android app developers usually deal with a lot of aggravation when it comes to application piracy. This is why Google Android has created a way to combat against unauthorized usage, which has brought some relief to quite a few Android developers. The newly released Google Licensing Service has quickly become an invaluable protection tool to application developers everywhere.

What It Does and Who Can Use It

The way this service works is by pinging the application attached to the Licensing Service and sending it to Google’s main server in order to check if users have paid for it. However, this app is only available to other applications that come at a cost; the Licensing Service can be utilized by Android 1.5 and newer versions.

With this free service by Google, Android developers are able to access the paid applications on Android Market. Unfortunately, this app can only be installed on devices that are compatible and and have highly-secure internal storage. With the exception of certain Google libraries, this Android app can access the licensing server of Android Market’s to find the users’ licensing status. Based on the sales records from the store, the user can determine whether or not users have the proper authorization.

All in Real-Time

Google’s Licensing Service runs in real-time in order to give the Android developer more flexibility when selecting their strategy for enforcing licensing. This method is considered to be more secure than copy protection in regards to protecting apps from unauthorized users.

Customized Constraints

If the developer finds it necessary, they may use customized constraints that are based on the app’s licensing status in Android Market; this only adds to the security of Google’s Licensing Service. When this app searches for an application’s licensing status, Android Market’s server will sign off on the results of the query by using a unique key pair linked to the developer’s account.

Although it is too soon to tell how it will perform, if Google’s Licensing Service is effective in keeping unauthorized usage at bay, this may be the answer to every developer’s worst nightmare. So even though they must deal with a parallel rise in Droid popularity and pirating challenges, the ever-developing technology and strategies will help the entire Android developing community continue to thrive in the marketplace. Anyone who needs a paid Android app should use one created by a developing company that provides not only a great deal of expertise, but also uses the latest security measures to support the hard-working creators that develop the many wonderful Android apps consumers love.

Finding the Best Android Browser

September 28th, 2010 Admin No Comments »

Even though many users find Android’s standard browser to adequately suit their needs, there are just as many who prefer browsers created by a third-party developer. The following are five of the newest Android browsers, any one of which will make a great alternative to Android’s default one. It all depends on your personal preferences and needs.

The Coco Browser

Designed straight from the Droid’s standard browser, Coco browser takes the basic functions of its predecessor in order to bring more fun to the Android web-browsing task. The biggest features that give this browser distinction are its Google account synchronization capability as well as its tabs feature. Another positive aspect of Coco is that it does not take up a lot of the phone’s memory, allowing everything to function smoothly.

The Dolphin Browser

This browser feels like the usual types of browsers one uses on a PC, except with typical features found on a mobile device. There are many features supported by the Dolphin browser, such as common command shortcuts, zoom, multi-touch pinch, cache/history saving to the SD card, tab browsing, sharing pages, marking pages and themes. However, even though the Dolphin has a sophisticated interface, it tends to load web pages somewhat slowly.

The Opera Mini Browser

Most people who are familiar with smartphones have heard about the Opera Mini web browser for mobile phones. It’s history in the mobile device industry is long standing. Also, it is known to have a better and faster interface in comparison to the Android default browser.

Not only does the Opera Mini offer great features, but also does an excellent job of optimizing the Droid’s screen space. And when it comes to web page loading, Opera Mini surpasses the other browsers on this list as it compresses pages to simplistically present them, which is ideal for loading pictures. Bottom line – the Opera Mini works great and looks great.

The Skyfire Browser

Skyfire first found a following by Symbian phone users but the version made for Android is still a solid performer. In order to make the format more user-friendly, Skyfire displays web pages and video content in a reduced size. And similar to the Opera Mini, Skyfire translates videos through its server before displaying it on a user’s Droid. While most people agree that Skyfire is a decent mobile web browser, it is currently in the beta-testing phase, which means there are features that require improvement.

The xScope Browser

The xScope Browser seems to have a promising beginning on the Android market. It carries such features as multi-tab browsing and pinch-to-zoom. In addition, xScope is a file and task browser. Currently, this browser comes in a free, lite version as well as paid version that costs a mere 99 cents.

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