Android apps, what free ones would you suggest?

abandonallhope said:
Most of the pro's on the xda developer forums strongly advise against using task killer apps like juicedefender etc, it messes around with the android OS, which manages running tasks in it's own way. And free ram is wasted ram.
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Erm, Juice Defender is not a task killer... Just saying :p

But yeah I'm also against it as well, but also recommend the use of Watchdog. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zomut.watchdoglite

If you wanna learn more about it(Why not to kill tasks all the time) read this article http://lifehacker.com/5650894/andro...ed-what-they-do-and-why-you-shouldnt-use-them
 
I don't really know about the other manufacturers, but in HTC's case you don't have to root or S-Off the phone to load a custom android ROM. You unlock the bootloader via the official HTCDev website, and then you replace the standard recovery image to a 3rd party one which enables you to do the necessary to install a new android ROM.

It's all quite safe really.
 
There are few I may recommend and they are: Facebook for Android, Tune In Radio, Sky News, Dolphin Browser HD,Opera Browser, Aldiko(book reader).ASTRO File Manager makes your phone feel like a computer, and makes you feel like you're in charge of it.
 
Dion Disco said:
The best app for Android ever
Should be part of the phone OS
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Amazing hey? My biggest gripe is I can't connect my phone to my corporate wifi so it's useless for me at work. I'm keen to see if I can use the site on an iPad :D
 
Fudzy said:
I'm keen to see if I can use the site on an iPad :D
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You can ;)

http://airdroid.com/userguide.html

What are the requirements to run AirDroid?

The AirDroid Android app should be compatible with most Android devices running Android 2.1 or later. The Web Desktop should be compatible with most modern web browsers, including IE 8 or later, Chrome 12 or later, Firefox 3.6 or later, Safari 5.0 or later. Support for mobile browsers, like Safari on iPad, is experimental.
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thus far from the list.
watsapp
findmydroid
samurai vs zombies
and a few others
 
NQ Mobile Manager - for blocking calls and sms's
Record my call - nice free app to record your calls etc
History eraser - delete your browsing history
Kingsoft Office - nice free app to see MS office apps
NoLED- Low battery consumer that indicates activity ie sms/email/call etc
Navfree South Africa - Not gr8 but a good free standing when your gps isn't with you
 
friendcaster is a revelation after I've been using the official Facebook app for so long. Friendcaster is much much faster and in most scenarios has the better interface.
 
Hi guys, getting my first android device... Far overdue... Moving from my N97 which i love... Moving to Huawei s7 slim... I know its android froyo but it was 50 bux from 8ta... Few qs

1. Whats airdroid?
2: i have a laptop but no router, is there a way to link laptop to tablet via wifi without the router?
3. Is angry birds free(all versions) from the market?
4. Any android tricks or shortcuts that i shud know?
5. Any sites for amazing living wallpapers?
6. A good pdf viewer or does one come standard?
7. An app to convert word documents to pdf on device(i know there are free sites but data and dont wana clutter my email)

Thanx a million
 
dheshenp said:
Hi guys, getting my first android device... Far overdue... Moving from my N97 which i love... Moving to Huawei s7 slim... I know its android froyo but it was 50 bux from 8ta... Few qs

1. Whats airdroid? Control your phone from a web browser.
2: i have a laptop but no router, is there a way to link laptop to tablet via wifi without the router? yes
3. Is angry birds free(all versions) from the market? yes
4. Any android tricks or shortcuts that i shud know? pinch in maps and photos (or just about anywhere) is awesome.
5. Any sites for amazing living wallpapers? Play store
6. A good pdf viewer or does one come standard? adobe reader.
7. An app to convert word documents to pdf on device(i know there are free sites but data and dont wana clutter my email) no idea, search of the play store seems promising, check it yourelf if you like :) https://play.google.com

Thanx a million
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hope this helps
 
No I am not a spam bot. I am new on this forum and I was replying to this post:

"Hi guys, getting my first android device... Far overdue... Moving from my N97 which i love... Moving to Huawei s7 slim... I know its android froyo but it was 50 bux from 8ta... Few qs

1. Whats airdroid?
2: i have a laptop but no router, is there a way to link laptop to tablet via wifi without the router?
3. Is angry birds free(all versions) from the market?
4. Any android tricks or shortcuts that i shud know?
5. Any sites for amazing living wallpapers?
6. A good pdf viewer or does one come standard?
7. An app to convert word documents to pdf on device(i know there are free sites but data and dont wana clutter my email)"
 
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I would mention some good office Apps: Free PDF Reader for Android - Adobe Reader
Free E-Book Reader for Android - Moon+ Reader
Free Comic Book Reader for Android - Perfect Viewer
Free Calendar for Android - Calendar Pad
Free Timer and Alarm Clock for Android - StopWatch & Timer
Free Reminder -To-do List for Android
 
Well since I have had the phone for a while and recently reset it, here is the list of things I kept:

2X Client RDP
ASTRO File Manager
AirDroid
ElectroDroid
FBReader
Firefox (with phony addon).
Kingsoft Office (Free)
Swiss Army Knife
Gentle alarm

Stuff I like that comes pre installed:
Local


Oh wait, that's it.

Not actually found an absorbing game as yet, I get bored with them after the first 30 minutes then never play again.
 
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