Topic: Everything Android - The Official Android Thread

[BranDonk Kong]

On a side note, I'm developing my first Android app, which has a simple premise, but I think it will be a refreshing take on the basic thing that it does. It's for school, so it will take a while, but I'll show it off when it's done.

[Oblivion]

Free or paid? Will you release it to the Google Play store?

[BranDonk Kong]

Free (no ads), but possibly with a paid version (a few more features), and yes. A paid version would be $.99 if I did put one up. Play Store rules dictate that you can't put it up for free and then change it to paid, so I'll have to make that decision before the first release.

[pokepal148]

Disabling doesn't delete the app itself although it deletes anything it collected.

So, you're calling me a liar that doesn't know his own phone? When I "disabled" the "bloatware" that comes preinstalled on my Nexus 5, it is deleted too. It's completely gone from my menu, including my list of all apps.

But the factory version is still stashed in the memory somewhere for if you restore factory settings or something.

[BranDonk Kong]

And MS Paint is included with Windows 8, quit whining.

[shingi_70]

Been using newsstand instead of press and feedly, but it needs a ton of work. I wish Google would have made it replace Google Reader in functionality. I like how newsstand integrates magazine and newsfeeds, but the lack of alot of news content and not being able to add RSS feeds is a bit annoying.

[pokepal148]

Ok Google, we need to have a talk... I really hope this was just some sort of oversight.
http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/02/17/external-blues-google-has-brought-big-changes-to-sd-cards-in-kitkat-and-even-samsung-may-be-implementing-them/#

[BranDonk Kong]

This actually seem like it makes supporting SD cards more seamless for app developers.

[pokepal148]

Like I said I hope it's just an oversight or something being misread

[shingi_70]

Nokia X and Nokia X+ (and XL)

All 3 run Android and use Microsoft rather than google services. (NO PLAY STORE) Similar design as the Lumia 520.

Price is

X: 89 Euro (4" screen)
X+: 99 Euro (4" screen)
XL: 109 Euro (5" screen"

X+ has extra memory (RAM?) and storage.
XL has 5" screen and 5Mp camera. WVGA LOL

Features

- Glance screen
- Windows Phone influenced GUI
- Notifications
- Supports folders + widgets

Forked android so no play store. Not coming to North America or Western Europe.

[Adrock]

What's the point of that? It's Android dressed up like Windows Phone. Why not just make another Windows Phone phone (phone)?

[shingi_70]

What's the point of that? It's Android dressed up like Windows Phone. Why not just make another Windows Phone phone (phone)?

Emerging Market where they can fork android and sell an android phone with Microsoft services.


Windows Phone and ASOP are the only markets in smart phones with any growth now.


http://www.businessinsider.com/these-market-share-numbers-show-why-google-is-clamping-down-on-the-android-open-source-project-2-2014-2


It'd about getting the markets that will be big with growth over the next few years used to using micrlsoft devices. As the market goes up the X will be replacing the asha line, which will eventually taken over by Windows phone and 8.

[BranDonk Kong]

Lame. Very, very lame.

[shingi_70]

Lame. Very, very lame.

Well its not for us. Its for markets where smartphone penerration is low.

Its the same reason why the 2DS exisits.

[pokepal148]

Any thoughts on the S5?

I'm happy they ditched the dartboard approach for software in favor of a smaller number of seemingly more well made and practical features.

[BranDonk Kong]

Waterproof = awesome. I'd have to see one in person though, not a big fan of the back of the phone. Also, no matter how good they make Touchwiz look, I will always hate it - so I'd either get a developer edition, or wait for that one to come out so I could unlock the bootloader and make it a developer edition (happens with all the other developer/GPE phones). Having said that - getting a developer/GPE Galaxy almost makes no sense since Samsung's software is a big part of what makes the phone special so...I'm not gonna get one.

[shingi_70]

Galaxy S5 and the samsung watches are going on pre-order at ATT tomorrow.

[shingi_70]

Just got a new TV so I guess its time to get a Chromecast.

[BlackNMild2k1]

Just got a new TV so I guess its time to get a Chromecast.

Did you know that Roku is releasing it's version of a Chromecast?
http://www.amazon.com/Roku-3500R-Streaming-Stick-HDMI/dp/B00INNP5VU/ref=sr_sp-btf_title_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1395535232&sr=8-12&keywords=chromecast

It's $50.00 though.

[Stratos]

Will it be a Roku WITH chromecast-like functionality or a separate device?

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Upon reading the item listing it looks like it will not be an All-In-One device.

[BlackNMild2k1]

I don't know, it kinda sounds all in one (minus the angry birds maybe)

Roku 3500R Streaming Stick Product Features:
-Compact stick design. Plugs discreetly right into the HDMI port. Great for wall-mounted TVs.
-1,000+ entertainment channels and counting. By far the most movies, TV episodes, sports, news, music, kids’ shows, and free channels of any streaming player.
-Control with included remote. Comes with a simple-to-use remote that the household can share. With RF technology, you can use your remote without pointing it at the TV.
-Or control with your smartphone and tablet. Download the free Roku iOS or Android app to choose what you want to watch on your Roku player via your mobile device. It’s your choice.
-Send to TV from mobile. With apps from Netflix and YouTube, cast videos from your smartphone or tablet straight to your TV.
-Display personal media. Send your videos, photos and music stored locally on your smartphone to your TV screen with the Roku app.
-Find what you want to watch. Roku Search makes it a snap to find your favorite movies and shows from top channels like Netflix, Hulu Plus, HBO Go, Amazon Instant Video and VUDU. Even compare pricing.
-Channel shortcut buttons. Jump straight to favorite channels such as Netflix and Amazon Instant Video with the push of a button.
-Stunning HD video quality. Immerse yourself in the action with rich, vibrant video streaming in up to 1080p HD.
-Dual-band wireless. A robust extended-range wireless connection seamlessly streams video with ease and speed.

It doesn't outright say it is a mini Roku that plugs into the HDMI port, but I suspect that is what it is. and it allows streaming from your portable iOS or Android device ontop of Roku features.

Now I have to go see what the Chromecast offer out of the box to see if the Roku version would be worth an extra $15.00


edit:

-Stream online video, music to your TV using your smartphone, tablet, or laptop; Available for Windows computers running Windows 7 or higher.
-Supports Netflix, YouTube, HBO GO, Hulu Plus, Pandora, and Google Play Movies and Music mobile apps as well as select content through Chrome browser
-Works with Android, iOS, Chrome for Mac, and Chrome for Windows
-Easy setup: Plug into any HDTV and connect to your home WiFi network
-Box includes Chromecast, HDMI extender, USB power cable, and power adapter

Sounds like Chromecast will display pretty much anything from your handheld device, but you have to use your handheld device.

So the unique feature(s) look like:
Chrome:
+ putting a single tab from your Chrome Browser up on the TV.
+ Streaming of your Google Play Music & Movies to your TV/connected Stereo
+ HBOgo from your phone to your TV

Roku:
+ A Roku the size of a USB stick (all channels - TV, Movies, Netflix/Hulu/Vudu/) <no mention of games>
+ Does everything (locally stored only?) personal digital media (videos, pictures & music?) from personal handheld device to the TV like a mini Plex Server


Edit 2: The Roku Stick is basically a Roku 2 with a different remote (more buttons, but no headphone jack)
http://i61.tinypic.com/aep2qr.jpg

I think I'll hold out for the reviews on the Roku stick. seems like a much better value for me personally.
$50 for an extra Roku sounds awesome if you ask me. I might buy 2 if they are any good.

[BlackNMild2k1]

Google is calling you all you Pokemon Masters to the playground

[BlackNMild2k1]

Free App for a very limited time

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lsdroid.cerberus

Cerebus is free till tomorrow.
Cerberus is a complete anti-theft application, the best protection you can get to recover your misplaced, lost or stolen Android device.

Get it while it's free.

[BranDonk Kong]

Wow, I might have to get that.

[Plugabugz]

Thanks, i got it.