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07-17-2011, 10:29 AM
I have only had my Android phone for a few days, but so far these are my favorite apps:
Amazon Kindle Reader - I have a fairly large Kindle library and this app is much better than I expected it would be.
Amazon.com - I am an Amazon Prime customer and swiping bar codes and then doing quick price comparisons will be great. No matter where I buy stuff, I often look them up on Amazon.com to read the reviews. This will let me do that while I am shopping.
CardioTrainer - I have thought about buying a GPS workout device before but they cost more than my new phone did. This app tracks distance, time, calories burned, and steps and will use the GPS to show your route (bike, walking, running, etc.) on a Google map. It will also monitor your pulse rate when paired with a Bluetooth Polar heart monitor.
Dice, CB Jobs (CareerBuilder), and Monster - These apps allow me to search and apply for IT jobs when I am away from my PC.
Maps - This is probably my favorite. Teaming a GPS with Google Maps is about as good as it gets, IMO. I will use this app almost daily.
TuneIn Radio Pro - I like talk radio and this app gives you access to thousands of radio stations and allows you to record them as well.
Dropbox - This allows me to update my resume and other docs on my desktop PC and email them from my phone or netbook.
Swype - I have pretty big hands and until now have refused to get caught up in the texting craze. Too many typos. Swype increases my texting speed by several hundred percent. I love it.
DC Metro Rails - This app gives me the time of arrival for the next few trains at any Washington Metro station. It uses GPS to show the closest station first. I have learned the hard way that leaving home a few seconds late can cost me 10 minutes or more on my commute. Now, I can start running to catch the train a few seconds earlier. :biggrin:
I am still trying out and uninstalling new apps but the ones above are "keepers."
Amazon Kindle Reader - I have a fairly large Kindle library and this app is much better than I expected it would be.
Amazon.com - I am an Amazon Prime customer and swiping bar codes and then doing quick price comparisons will be great. No matter where I buy stuff, I often look them up on Amazon.com to read the reviews. This will let me do that while I am shopping.
CardioTrainer - I have thought about buying a GPS workout device before but they cost more than my new phone did. This app tracks distance, time, calories burned, and steps and will use the GPS to show your route (bike, walking, running, etc.) on a Google map. It will also monitor your pulse rate when paired with a Bluetooth Polar heart monitor.
Dice, CB Jobs (CareerBuilder), and Monster - These apps allow me to search and apply for IT jobs when I am away from my PC.
Maps - This is probably my favorite. Teaming a GPS with Google Maps is about as good as it gets, IMO. I will use this app almost daily.
TuneIn Radio Pro - I like talk radio and this app gives you access to thousands of radio stations and allows you to record them as well.
Dropbox - This allows me to update my resume and other docs on my desktop PC and email them from my phone or netbook.
Swype - I have pretty big hands and until now have refused to get caught up in the texting craze. Too many typos. Swype increases my texting speed by several hundred percent. I love it.
DC Metro Rails - This app gives me the time of arrival for the next few trains at any Washington Metro station. It uses GPS to show the closest station first. I have learned the hard way that leaving home a few seconds late can cost me 10 minutes or more on my commute. Now, I can start running to catch the train a few seconds earlier. :biggrin:
I am still trying out and uninstalling new apps but the ones above are "keepers."
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Android Apps - by Spud6 - 05-09-2011, 08:02 PM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 07-17-2011, 10:29 AM
Android Apps - by Ballers - 08-19-2011, 02:23 PM
Android Apps - by LWC - 08-19-2011, 02:33 PM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 08-21-2011, 11:50 PM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 08-22-2011, 12:03 AM
Android Apps - by Ballers - 08-23-2011, 01:19 PM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 08-24-2011, 04:36 AM
Android Apps - by Ballers - 08-26-2011, 01:16 PM
Android Apps - by EastKyMx - 09-01-2011, 02:31 PM
Android Apps - by Cardinalfootballguy - 09-04-2011, 02:09 AM
Android Apps - by Spud6 - 09-04-2011, 02:13 AM
Android Apps - by Cardinalfootballguy - 09-06-2011, 02:17 AM
Android Apps - by ole_blue_sack_15 - 09-13-2011, 11:09 PM
Android Apps - by ole_blue_sack_15 - 09-13-2011, 11:10 PM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 09-14-2011, 08:25 AM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 12-14-2011, 08:51 PM
Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 12-23-2011, 11:21 AM
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Android Apps - by Hoot Gibson - 03-23-2012, 08:56 PM
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