So, to make things easier for you, here’s a list of the best Twitter and Facebook client apps, as voted by users. They’re also the ones that are regularly updated and maintained, so you don’t run into the risk of having the application suddenly stop working.

Twidroid.

The leading Twitter client for Android. It has most of the features you need and is fast and stable. You can view and publish tweets, videos and images, shorten URL’s, share tweets using SMS or Email, reply (including reply-to-all for the paid version), and do a lot of other things. The free version has no support for multiple backgrounds, no reply-to-all and no desktop widgets, but should be enough for most users. If you need those features, you can get the paid version for $5. Of course it comes with lifetime support and a few additional phone-dependant features like shake for refresh, offline tweets scheduler and multiple accounts.

TweetsRide.

Formerly named TwitterRide, this is a simple, fast and light Twitter client application for Android. It has all the basic features one might need and nothing else. This makes it perfect for people who just want to read and publish tweets and images/photos. The latest update also includes support for video uploads through TwitVid, which is great, but can use up all your allocated bandwidth pretty fast.

Facebook for Android.

Many people thought this was an official Facebook app when it launched, but that turned out to be false. Still, Facebook seems to officially endorse it (they list it on their Facebook mobile page), so you can be sure that it works well. It is a good application with all the basic features you might need. It actually comes pre-installed on a lot of phones and you can also install it yourself if you don’t have it.

Bloo.

The name doesn’t imply it, but this app is actually a Facebook client for Android. It provides all of the basic features like status updates, viewing photos, comments, and others. That is probably enough for most users. People have reported a lot of problems with the free version, and even the developer posted a message saying you should get the paid version (which is only $1 and has no problems), but you can still try it before buying.

fooBook.

This is another client app for Facebook. It has the most features of all, but users are reporting that it doesn’t work right, so you need to try it for yourself. The free edition is missing only the comment posting feature and does not have on-demand re-syncing, while the paid version has those features and is only $1.50, so it could be worth it if the free version works on your device.

The above apps are some of the best clients for Facebook and Twitter. I’m sure they’ll be improved with the next updates, so you can safely download them knowing they’ll work. What would be really nice is one single app that would provide all the features of both these networks. Maybe we’ll see one someday, but for now we just have to wait.

1. Google Voice — Ever wanted to send a text message to someone that doesn’t have text messaging? Ever wanted to give out a number that was innocent enough to stay public while you kept your real number to yourself? If the answer to either of those questions is yes, you really need the Google Voice Android app. You will be able to send text messages to anyone with a Google Voice number, even if they don’t have a regular cell phone handy. They can read your text messages and even send messages back for your convenience.

2. Twidroid – Twitter isn’t just a nice thing to have — it’s practically necessary if you want to catch up with everyone’s tweets — or status updates as you might recognize them. Twidroid packs the best of Twitter functionality into an app that has definitely caught the Web by storm. Once you hit up Twidroid once, you’ll never regret it.

3. Glympse — If you do a lot of driving, Glympse is an app that you cannot live without. When your family wants to know where you’re at and how long you’ll be before you arrive, this app will give them the answers they want without you having to really even take your hands off the steering wheel — safety first, you know!

4. Meebo — IM should be simple, but with so many different networks out there, it can be pretty hard to keep up with your friends and your family. Thankfully, there’s Meebo — you will be able to connect to AIM, MSN, Yahoo, MySpace IM, Facebook, Google Talk, Jabber, ICQ…you get the idea — it’s a lot of different networks all at once. Everything is organized and everything will be saved to a chat history log you can view later on your phone or on the computer.

5. Skype for Android — The name gives it away — Skype is the powerhouse app for PC-to-PC calls, but you can bring that free connectivity straight to your Android. This mean that you won’t have to rack up huge phone bills just trying to stay connected to everyone you care for. Your family will also be pleased because they can get rid of the phone cards and just use their free Skype account to figure out anything and everything you’re doing.

All things considered, there are probably a lot more than five apps that you can use to stay in touch with family. However, these are the best of the best — why not check them out today?

Twidroid

For the Twitter-heads Android offers Twidroid which is a mobile application to the social networking giant Twitter (obviously). Even though it currently lacks the support for multi-accounts, it still allows you to navigate around the site as if you were sitting at your laptop or desk top. Any Twitter user will instantly fall in love with the ability to stay connected while on the move.

WordPress for Android

As blogging gets bigger and bigger with the correlation to Internet marketing and everyday information in general, we have WordPress for Android. With a very simple navigation system, WordPress allows you to publish new posts, approve comments, edit pages etc. Being a blogger will only get easier with this application and keep your interests mobile.

Google Shopper

Price comparing is made easy with Google Shopper. It truly is something out of a Star Trek movie.  Even though simple in design and idea it supports the ability to scan barcodes and automatically search for information regarding the product – prices, reviews, ratings, and other related products. Makes wondering if you’re paying too much a thing of the past.

Translate

Translate is a mobile version of the Google program Google Translator. Perfect for any traveler or person interested in, or in need of, communicating with people who have language barriers. It offers 150 language pairs and translates into English or your native language – pretty neat, to say the least.

Notepad Apps

Notepad apps can be invaluable, however, due to their dull tone and basic design, we rarely use them. Google takes this a step farther and uses AK Notepad which spices up the interface and makes it a more fun/friendly app to use as opposed to the traditional notepad.

The Google apps will do nothing but evolve over the next several years and if you are currently seeking an Android, or interested in learning more about applications and the functions they offer, the Internet is the best place to start. You can learn everything there is to know about the creation, development, and purpose of any Android app.

1.    Ringdroid – Make Your Own Ringtones

RingDroid

One amazing, intuitive and an addictive application designed exclusively for the Android platform, Ringdroid is a ringtone composing application, which allows you to mix and match your own tunes within seconds. An extremely simple, non-intimidating interface along with a great set of features, the Ringdroid is a must have for all Android users.

2.    Google Listen – Create Personalized Podcasts

Google Listen - Android Apps

If you’re an avid podcast audiophile, then you know how much it pricks to be on the move without the latest updates from your sources. Google Listen allows you to carry your podcasts on the move, letting you listen to the latest and hottest updates out there. The application also allows the user to save the episodes to the phone itself, allowing you to listen to them at leisure when you get time. A must have application for the podcast fanatic.

3.    WaveSecure – Anti-Theft Application

WaveSecuer - Android App

If you’re prone to losing your phones, WaveSecure helps you to retrieve it easily and helps to keep your data intact and secure from malignant attacks. With features like Remote Lock-Down, this clenches up all the info within the phone, WaveSecure maybe the ultimate solution to retrieving and securing data on lost phones.

4.    3DCoche – Dude, HERE’s my Car!

3dcoche - Android App

Lost your car in a huge parking lot? Can’t remember where you parked your car last? No need to go “Dude, Where’s My Car?” 3DCoche will help you find your car, faster than you can say its name. Using the application is ridiculously easy. Once you park your car, fire up the application and save your current location. The application makes use of Google Maps and Augmented reality, to remember and find your car. Interesting eh?

5.    DocumentsToGo – Carry Your Office Suite With You!

DocumentsToGot - Android App

Of all the applications in the Android Market, one that stands out and appeals to the businessman on the move is the DocumentsToGO.  Expanding the potential of the Android phone to include an entire office suite onto the portable device is an amazing offer. From Microsoft supported word, powerpoint and excel documents to Adobe’s PDF format, it’s all supported on this application.

6.    Evernote – Note Taking Was Never this fun!

Evernote - Android App

Android phones usually don’t come with a default note taking application. One requires manually downloading and installing a 3rd party software application for this purpose. So, if you’re going to do so, why not get an application which synchronizes various notes, files and photos across various platforms? This application is still in beta, but can kick some serious ass.

7.    Flixster – Movies on the Go!

Flixster - Android App

Flixster, well known for its amazing movie rental service, had ogled all the iPhone users and now it’s Android’s turn to do the same for its own audience. Flixster Movies has helped millions of users figure out and find brand new movies they would like to watch on their phones. The best part of this application is that it’s FREE. Users can connect to Facebook directly from the app itself and share their views regarding the last movie they saw.

8.    FxCamera – Fundroid your Camera

FxCamera - Android app

Bored of the default camera application on your phone? Need something new and fun to play around with? Well, FxCamera should keep you entertained for quite some time. Stuffed with loads of features such as  ToyCam, Polandroid, Fisheye, SymmetriCam, Warhol and normal modes, the application makes taking picture a hell lot worth the effort. You’d rather want to be behind the lens rather than infront of it, once you see the app. If your phone has flash, this application will support that as well. So, if you’re a shutter bug, this application is meant for you, hands down.

9.    Twidroid – THE Android Twitter Application

Twidroid - Android App

Being the only perfected Twitter application for the Android platform, Twidroid, has an amazing set of features, which will keep the Twitter Addict on his finger tips 24×7 (pun intended). There are two versions, the free one and the paid one. The paid one has a lot more features than you can ever want, including the Bit.ly short URL-ing support, multi-account support, and shaking phone to refresh the page, etc. The application is an amazing alternative to its competitors, with a fresh, clean and simple interface t work with. Get it NOW!

10.    Wapedia – Wikipedia Unleashed on the Android

Wapedia - Android App

Wapedia is one of the most fastest and most intuitive applications designed for the Android platform. With access to over 3 million articles over the internet, Wapedia gives you access to almost all the pages from Wikipedia and tons of other Wiki’s over the internet right to your phone. It’s quite fast, even on simple 2G networks, along with multiple language support as well. The application also shows up featured content from the wikis such as the latest news and trends. A must have android application for the general knowledge enthusiasts.

That quite well about rounds up the never-so-ending list of gorgeous and mind boggling applications designed exclusively for the Android platform. Indeed, the true iPhone competitors are now surfacing, thanks to the Google’s Android OS, which helps to bridge two ends of a horizon, both software and hardware alike. If you don’t own an Android phone, don’t call yourself as a tech-enthusiast individual. Keep your eyes peeled for more such roundups of great Android applications on this site.

As with many other operating systems, whether on phones or on computers, one of the must-haves for the system is the ability to play games.  Since Android is the answer to the iPhone, the ability to use applications, or apps, is very important. Apps can be anything from something very useful in a person’s every day life – like the ability to turn the phone into a giant alarm clock to something that is played with just for fun – like the Android application Mahjong Solitare, which is in 3-D and is a calming puzzle game that is a classic computer game.  Due to the great difference in types; there is a very large selection of applications.  Listed below are some of the best according to users of the Android operating system.
Breadcrumbz

Breadcrumbz Application for Android

Breadcrumbz seems to be a favorite and people who are better at understanding visual directions than written ones will love this application.  Breadcrumbz gives the user picture-based routes when they input directions.  Much like Google Maps, only in pictures.  An example of this in use would be the application telling the user to turn left at the big maple tree instead of saying “turn left from I-16 onto I-95”.  The application also has a fun and interesting feature which allows friends of the users to make routes and record them for the user with the built in camera and GPS system.

ShopSavvy

Shopsavvy - andorid apps

ShopSavvy is another very useful Android application, much like Breadcrumbz only for an entirely different reason.  It allows the user to take a picture of the bar code of an item who’s price they would like to compare to the price of that same item at a different store.  ShopSavvy gives the best prices online as well as nearby stores.  The application also tells which store has the cheapest price and, if it is local, where it is in relation to where the consumer is.  Two other applications that do basically the same thing are CompareEverywhere and GoCart, though GoCart does not have the GPS that CompareEverywhere and ShopSavvy share.

IM with Android

Hi Aim - Andorid apps for IM

For those who love to IM, also known as instant message, it is important to know what applications will allow for this type of action.  Hi AIM is a fairly straight-forward and basic client for Android which supports the AIM buddy list and smileys.  Meebo IM is essentially a one-stop shop for any instant messaging service both online and, apparently, on the Android interface.  Not only will it allow a user to sign into clients like AIM, MSN, Yahoo, MySpace IM, Google Talk, Jabber, and ICQ but it automatically saves the chat history and allows it to be accessed anywhere as long as the user has an account with Meebo.

Social Networking on Android

Twidroid

Likewise, for those who Twitter, the Android application Twidroid was the first fully functioning Twitter client application.  It features photo posting, location support, auto-completion, and a notification system of twitter buzz from the user’s Twitter feed.  Similarly, Myspace Mobile allows users to keep up with what is happening on the popular social network Myspace.  With this application, the user would be able to browse Myspace as if they were sitting at a computer.  Opposite of Myspace is Facebook and the free application Fbabble allows the user to keep up with status messages and the going-ons of friends off of Facebook.  In addition to this, the application allows the user to upload photos, change status messages, and chat in real time.

Android Games

Robot Defense - Free game on Android

The Android operating system isn’t just known for its usefulness, there are many games which allow a user to escape into a no doubt far more interesting activity.  One of these games happens to be Robot Defense, which is essentially a tower defense game involving robots.  A tower defense game gives the user a set amount of lives and then the user is placed up against an enemy after being weapons in this case, a gun tower, a rocket tower, and a slowing tower.  The user then sets up these weapons strategically in such a way as to allow the fewest lives to be lost throughout the game.  Tower defense games, in general, can be time consuming but ultimately rewarding.

Bejeweled - Free game for Android

A popular computer game known as Bejeweled made the switch to the Android OS and has proven as popular on a cellphone as it is on a computer.  In Bejeweled, the Blitz mode of which is a very popular game on Facebook, one is given a “box” full of gems and is asked to place them either vertically or horizontally in groups of three or more with extra items being given if they are able to get the gems in rows of four or five.  The only complaint about Bejeweled that one can really make is that it is not a free application.

Cooking Capsules

Cooking Capsules is a game that can be both fun and practical, making it a wonderful combination application for the Android operating system interface.  After watching a short video, usually under three minutes long, the user may then shop for the products that they will need to make their dish.  Then the user will be able to make their dish with step-by-step directions.  It can be particularly useful when making dinner as it gives the user the exact amount of each item that they would need depending on serving size and then the application gives very precise directions, which makes fixing dinner easier on the busy people of today.