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"...There's an app for that."

I have seen alot of iphone commercials on tv and the "there's an app for that" commercials bother me because I know that there are android programs that can do exactly the same thing. So I thought it was time for a thread where we list the iphone app and the android app that serves the same purpose. Ready? Let's Go
Iphone Android
SnowReports -Snow Report (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.reddroid.snowreport)
Posimotion -CarDar (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.clinkybot.parkmark2)
RocketTaxi -cab4me (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.cab4me.android)
Tipulator - tipper (http://www.cyrket.com/package/ru.adroid.tipper)
MultiLevel - bubble (http://www.cyrket.com/package/bz.ktk.bubble)
Yelp -Where (yelp is on this app) (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.ulocate)
Shazam -Shazam (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.shazam.android)
Loopt -Loopt (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.loopt)
UrbanSpoon -Where (guess where feature) (http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.ulocate)
That's what I could come up with from the Commercials I just watched on Youtube. If you know of other ones or want to venture into the app store on itunes please continue the comparison.
and just for fun....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZyYjQHcXEU&NR=1

It's a shame there isn't any real advertising standards, or they aren't upheld in the US, there is so many lies I've more or less given up being annoyed about it any more.
Apple has already had advertising yanked off UK TV because the govt body said that it wasn't truthful.

What? You mean that I have the real, not watered down, not mobile internet...but no flash? I am always a little happy when the UK takes Apple to task for false advertising. It makes me feel warm and happy...lol

How about instead of "...there's an app for that" we put together "there's not an app for that, unless you have android..."
For instance:
Metal Detector
Overclock Widget
Home screen replacements
Iphone users feel free to chime in with "but I can use -appname- to do that"

i'm waiting for Trapster, so i can finally say...There's an app for that haha

sonikamd said:
How about instead of "...there's an app for that" we put together "there's not an app for that, unless you have android..."
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I can block ads on my phone with AdFree, I can run apps in the background, the app I'm running doesn't get killed because of an incoming phone call.

As one of my co-workers who abandoned an iPhone and got a G1 after he saw mine......
"Yeah, there's an app for that.....only it doesn't cost anything on Android."

rofl yeah the only place the i phone as us beats is the games. but emulators are changing that i my opinion.

Iphone interface?
Theres an app for that.

I showed Nesroid to an iPhone user of a coworker a couple weeks ago and he said "that emulator runs better than mine."

You forgot... "We have a keyboard for that to "

imbonez9 said:
You forgot... "We have a keyboard for that to "
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Not all android devices are going to have physical keyboards...

Now they have this crap at the WWDC:
"Snow Leopard
The World's Most Advanced Operating System"
Bull****

ma3a20 said:
Now they have this crap at the WWDC:
"Snow Leopard
The World's Most Advanced Operating System"
Bull****
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Considering the actual OS is built on top of BSD, does that mean BSD is the worlds most advanced operating system?

Actually does anyone know if there is an app that can hook into a desktop PC/laptop and you can use the keyboard on it to type into the GUI on android?

delta_foxtrot2 said:
Considering the actual OS is built on top of BSD, does that mean BSD is the worlds most advanced operating system?
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Exactly. It just annoys me so much that they are actually allowed to say that. I will never get locked into Apple's business model like that. When people told me they had to 'learn' Facebook's layout I laughed.
delta_foxtrot2 said:
Actually does anyone know if there is an app that can hook into a desktop PC/laptop and you can use the keyboard on it to type into the GUI on android?
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I actually ripped the hardware keyboard from my dad's old Ericsson PDA. I'm working on getting that compatible with Android.
Both OSs have a gameboy emulator

delta_foxtrot2 said:
Not all android devices are going to have physical keyboards...
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ahhh [email protected] your right about that, well for the time being in the US we could run that... haha

Saw this somewhere else on xda:
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mmafighter077 said:
Saw this somewhere else on xda:
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Some people made a fortune selling pet rocks, not much changes?

ya i loved that pic... its so tru!!!

[APP REQUEST] Playstation Network for Windows Mobile

I know that at least one app has been developed for iPhone to work with the PSN (on PS3) so that a person can see their friends list, so why can't it been done with Windows Mobile? I don't see how it's not possible (but, I'm not a developer, either).
You CAN see whether your friends are online and their status within a browser at http://www.us.playstation.com/PSN/Home, btw.
I will keep my fingers crossed in hopes that there is something out there for this or that someone would be able to develop a simple app for it.
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Here's what workshed's "myPSN" iPhone app looks like:
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"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
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Any developers have their eye on this? I hope so!
Just sneaking in here to bump it up.

Yea this sounds like it would be an awesome app. If I was any good at programming I'd try it. But i'm not even sure what programs people use to make apps for mobile phones.

guitarman584 said:
Yea this sounds like it would be an awesome app. If I was any good at programming I'd try it. But i'm not even sure what programs people use to make apps for mobile phones.
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I know... I would use this all the time. On my way home from work last night I was just thinking "man, I wish I had an app to see if any of my friends are on PSN right now". It'd be so helpful.
But, only a dream as of now. I wish someone would jump on this. If they did I'd be sure to donate to 'em.

The only programs you need to make an app are notepad and a compiler. It sounds more simple than it is though.

Scalage said:
The only programs you need to make an app are notepad and a compiler. It sounds more simple than it is though.
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Well if I knew C++ or whatever it is you use to write apps, I would [try to] do it. All I know is some web dev stuff like HTML, CSS, and such.

I was thinking about something like this the other day. I'd be very interseted in this as well.. Maybe I'll look into it a bit..

l3it3r said:
I was thinking about something like this the other day. I'd be very interseted in this as well.. Maybe I'll look into it a bit..
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Look into it, as in consider trying to write an app like this? Sounds good.

what about the xbox360?

siggty7 said:
what about the xbox360?
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Try some Google.
#1. xbox live friends status app for windows mobile
#2. How to Check XBox Live Info on BlackBerry, iPhone and Windows Mobile
My Google search: xbox live windows mobile app
Now we just need some support for PSN (PS3)!!

I've found some promising places to start with this. Will update if I can get the list to actually work.

l3it3r said:
I've found some promising places to start with this. Will update if I can get the list to actually work.
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Sweet, dude. I love you.
jk. But that's great. Looking forward to anything you come up with.

So far I've found out how to login to the network. I can return the PSN username and some other limited information. The list still eludes me..

l3it3r said:
So far I've found out how to login to the network. I can return the PSN username and some other limited information. The list still eludes me..
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Sounds good. You're making progress.

How's the progress, sir?

Can I get ANYONE else interested in working on something like this?

Getting the list is proving to be quite difficult.

PSN for Windows Mobile... Yes Please.
Someone really needs to make an App like this.
I find it hard to believe that the iPhone got one before Windows Mobile...

Kruegmeister said:
Someone really needs to make an App like this.
I find it hard to believe that the iPhone got one before Windows Mobile...
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I know.. seems like no one with the ability is interested.

I hope there's someone who knows.. I wil be watching this thread..

[Theme] ScrewPaw Cynogen's 3.9.7

ScrewPaw Theme
Name Curiosity Of imbonez9
I just want to let everyone know that i am not the creator of this theme, nor i will be porting it to any new builds. I am just uploading this theme because there are alot of members who wanted them.
Screen Shots
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Cyanogen 3.9.7 - http://www.4shared.com/file/124508301/95cca0ae/Palm-pre-19-CM-397-signed-ROMTHEME.html
cyanogen 3.9.5 - http://sharebee.com/ce1877c3

uhhh.....yea

Might want to get rid of your sig reference if you're doing that, along with the download name too

lukekirstein said:
Might want to get rid of your sig reference if you're doing that, along with the download name too
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haha, much agreed. I know about the cease & desist issues w/ that theme, but at least do a decent job of changing it....or give credit

<33 update to 3.9.8 plz

G1-evolve said:
<33 update to 3.9.8 plz
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dnt know how....i only uploaded

Is there any way to extract the theme ONLY so I can put it on cyans 3.9.8?

lukekirstein said:
Might want to get rid of your sig reference if you're doing that, along with the download name too
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Pursuant to the US Fair Use Act, it is COMPLETELY LEGAL and NOT COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT to parody, use in part, or use for research purposes the non-trademarked copyrights of an individual or business....
That said...of course I'm downloading...
I might host too, if I can find the extra bandwidth.
EDIT:
Palm Pre Style Theme for Android OS CM 3.9.7
The more hosters the better. Feel free to link this in the OP if you want.

sha.goyjo said:
Pursuant to the US Fair Use Act, it is COMPLETELY LEGAL and NOT COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT to parody, use in part, or use for research purposes the non-trademarked copyrights of an individual or business....
That said...of course I'm downloading...
I might host too, if I can find the extra bandwidth.
EDIT:
Palm Pre Style Theme for Android OS CM 3.9.7
The more hosters the better. Feel free to link this in the OP if you want.
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u know damn well people are gonna download....they just won't say anything.

samethsom said:
u know damn well people are gonna download....they just won't say anything.
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I know....terrifying, isn't it? People afraid to show their faces because of one letter.

Not saying this theme isn't complete as is but with the news over what has happened have you thought about maybe editing the splash screen to have the android guy pee'ing on the palm logo like how in the "[Theme] mbiza v0.1 CM_3.9.8" the Android guy is pee'ing on the CrApple logo? That would just put this over the top IMO

samethsom said:
u know damn well people are gonna download....they just won't say anything.
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Speaking of which, my secondary link got.....100 dl's overnight?

can someone make a bootloader like this with a "mlaP" logo or "erP" looking phone image?
just like photo

gho0o5t said:
can someone make a bootloader like this with a "mlaP" logo or "erP" looking phone image?
just like photo
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You might want to read above 2 post this was already suggested

Thank you, and F the Palm Pre.
This might be fake, but if it's true Palm Pre sucks that bad?
Android pissing on Palm pre please.

Did I miss something? What happened with Android/Palm Pre?

tehseano said:
Did I miss something? What happened with Android/Palm Pre?
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There was a "letter" sent to the maker of the Palm Pre theme so he took it down without trying to stand up for his work IMO.

I will be editing the splash screen as you guys request....android pissing on pre. But i wont be abke untill 2am tomorrow, have to do the 10 hr shift right now.

Another name, I suggested in the my other thread:
ANDROID PALMER!

hey, i noticed that in one of the screensahots, the market icon says PALM. You might wanna change that. lol
-BMFC

Windows 6.5 in nexus!

Is this possible to install Windows mobile 6.5 in nexus replacing its android? I mean its obvious that Android doesnt have a variety of softwares like WM.
thanks

no. now go away little troll.

faz_2k2000 said:
Is this possible to install Windows mobile 6.5 in nexus replacing its android? I mean its obvious that Android doesnt have a variety of softwares like WM.
thanks
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Really???? seriously????? thats all i got to say WOW!!!!

LOL
in a while it will be a "variety of old software" ..

whyy!! how!! NOOOO!!

Don't do that to your nexus... It would be a shame.

christiankk said:
no. now go away little troll.
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This. (+10 characters)

wow.
You actually went there and compared windows mobile to android hahahah
I am being forced into using the htc hd2 for work.
And windows mobile have to be the biggest piece of **** i have ever had the unfortunate pleasure of dealing with.
The htc hd2 is such an amazing piece of hardware but windows mobile completely kills it.
Why would you even think about doing something like this?
And what software are you talking about? wm more the android?
I cant even find a bank of america, pandora, last.fm simple apps like that for windows mobile.
You are not worthy of the droid.

can a mod please close this thread? it's an obvious troll

hm, who is the troll?
The person who just asked a simple question, or the people who have to run to bash him? Don't think you hard, you might hurt yourself
A dual boot would be kind of cool. The one thing that bothers me the most about android is not having native windows office support. It would be nice to get a real MS office program on my nexus.
I hate the viewers and I'm not really sure I want to try an editing software for $15 which probably is crappy.

This thread fails.
... to entertain...
... to be relevant...
... to be humorous...
... to be likely...
... to be worthwhile...
... to B.S.

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I think this may have its own advantages actually...although I did move from the HD2 to the N1 almost solely for Android...it would be nice to be able to use Windows Phone 7 though (thinking that the games for it would be nice, the preview is nice after all)....

Honestly, if someone made some kind of emulation for it, I'd do it just because "my phone can handle it" etc.

I'm sorry, you missed April Fools Day about 29 days ago! FAIL!

Wow I guess android fan boys are just as rabid as the apple ones. Who knew? I know that it goes against logic that someone may actually like windows mobile..

I came from WM to android because its so boring!...
I luv android and its apps!

Yes, steady guys!
We generally allow a member a few posts before labelling them a troll.
Assume a first time poster is genuine before making assumptions. If you think what he wants is not a wise choice then explain why and don't assume he knows as much as you.
Words to the wise
Mike

faz_2k2000 said:
Is this possible to install Windows mobile 6.5 in nexus replacing its android? I mean its obvious that Android doesnt have a variety of softwares like WM.
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Seriously man, thats the funniest sh*t for today...
If you wanted WMo 6.5 then why did u waste your money on N1... You could have got that for a lot cheaper....

I should internet slap you.

Themes for Vista

Man I have been looking for themes for Vista and the only ones out there I can find want you to buy a third party app for $20 to install them on my laptop.
M$ site has zero themes for Vista even though you can change your theme where you personalize windows (right click desktop>personalize>themes)
I have googled enough to know that I need to patch Vista to allow third party themes but I am leary to do that when I know nothing about the sites I would be downloading from.
Just need a nudge in the right direction. Want to change the look of Winblows. Not just colors and background. Really kind of like to find an Android type theme.
Any help would be appreciated.
Running Vista Home Premium SP2
Considering going to 7 soon though and there appear to be a lot of themes for it out there but don't know if they need the third party app. M$ has like 4 themes.

Rainmeter (I think that's what it was called) my themeing days were 5 years ago, should've asked me then. Lol
Sent from my HTC Vision using XDA

In before teh lock?

Also, you can check on one of the boards on 4chan, I think it was wallpapers. There is usually a guide on how to theme desktops. That's where I learned my stuff from, and I had some crazy themes, and you couldn't tell it was any OS you know.
And before anyone says something, 4chan is a great site for many things. Its only looked down upon because of the /b/ board. And whatever you do, don't go to /b/, trust me, you won't be normal anymore. Not saying you are normal now, but you know what I mean.
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jaszek said:
Rainmeter (I think that's what it was called) my themeing days were 5 years ago, should've asked me then. Lol
Sent from my HTC Vision using XDA
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That is ****ing perfect dude. You got two thanks. LOL
AshtonTS said:
In before teh lock?
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huh? Nevermind.

I never understood Rainmeter. It looks amazing when people work the hell out of it, but I just didn't have the patience.
Sent from my coffee pot.

.....confused......people still use vista? I thought it died off like Windows ME.

StormMcCloud said:
.....confused......people still use vista? I thought it died off like Windows ME.
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Knock it off. Yeah. People still use it.
Sent from my coffee pot.

TheSkinnyDrummer said:
I never understood Rainmeter. It looks amazing when people work the hell out of it, but I just didn't have the patience.
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I am finding that out. Steep learning curve. It is not worth the time right now.
StormMcCloud said:
.....confused......people still use vista? I thought it died off like Windows ME.
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Yes people still use it. It is a solid OS. And Windows 7 has been out long enough that it is getting near stable enough to switch over to so I will be migrating soon.
I hate that about the time Micro**** finally gets an OS working then they come out with a new one. Why not wait until the **** works right before releasing it?

Finally got around to playing with Rainmeter. Steep learning curve but fun to play with.
Here is my work in progress. This is a compilation of about 5 skins. Parts from here, from there. Then tailored in colors. The multi RSS feed was a PITA.
But it will evolve.
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If you're looking for some inspiration or guides on how to set up something cool, take a look at Lifehacker's weekly featured desktops. Maybe you'll find something interesting.
http://lifehacker.com/featured-desktop/