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[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] beetnubbin:
my concise list of android goodness

Especially pertinent coming from Iphone :)

These are all generic android apps some of you have already complained, I know, but this guys coming from iland where things are different and I intend to hold his hand and show him around.

Start with a top class customisable launcher in the form of Apex launcher.

Stay organised with a top class and beautiful to do list, Any Do.

Swift key is a pleasure to use. there is a swiftkey 3 beta currently available from their website

torrenting? TTorrent or Bittorrent.

If you are an active type try cardio trainer. free is good, pro is great.

Internet calling? Skype or CSipSimple for VOIP. (Sipgate still offer free 'landline' internet numbers)

Do you think the touch wiz dialler is dog d~ck ugly? try the miui inspired and badly named exdialler.

Google listen for podcasting.

Winamp or songbird for free wireless syncing from pc.

If you've got airplay devices then honey player can stream directly to them.

I've just installed Waze for navigation and I'm liking it a lot.

If you want all your tunes online and you have a vpn service to the states you can upload it all to google and then stream it to your phone (without a vpn) with google play music, all for free of course (except the vpn)

train travel in the uk - finding times and buying tickets is very easy with midland mainlines "train tickets" app. it has live departures/arrivals. top app, ugly ass icon.

Music/radio streaming - last.fm and tunein radio are musts,

Rooted? - then try ad-away for system level ad blocking, titanium backup for loads of reasons not least to revert to an older version of an app when a developer breaks it.

My favourite security app is cerberus. locate, lock wipe, get call and text logs, take photos, record audio and videos remotely.

there are lots of good 3d games with a HD moniker. These will get the most out of the screen and processor. go find them. many are free.

Like a bargain? one I've started using recently is appsales. once a day it tells me what's been reduced on the market so you can keep your eye out for top deals.

Also if you've got a PS3 sixaxis pad knocking about there's a tool to pair it with your phone. Once the all share cast comes along you can hd game on a big screen with a sixaxis.

that's probably enough to go on with!

enjoy

edit. i forgot to add. dont use a task killer. it's pointless and based on a misunderstanding of how linux uses memory. it will not save you any battery or any memory in the long run. all those services simply load again.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] slashnburn:
Lolololololololol (draws breath)lolololololol...
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Gadgetz:
That was very unnecessary

Here's a few of my favorite apps

QuickPic

ProCapture

AlarmDroid

ICS Calculator

RootExplorer

Desktop Visualizer

MX Player

to name a few. Hope that helps
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] AndyGalaxy:
Animated Widget - Good graphics for contacts and apps.

Calender Scroll Widget - Simple, yet clear and brilliant!

Camera 360 - Brilliant Effects for photos.

Instagram - Take a photo, add an effect and upload, all within about 10 seconds!

Catch That Bus - THE BEST bus timetable app ever!!

COL Reminder - Brilliant reminder app with pop-ups etc.. Easy to use!!

Data Enabler (widget) - Quickly turn mobile data on and off.

Flipboard - Facebook, news, science, celebrity etc..

Gallery Lock - Hide Photos & Videos - easy to use!

GTunes - Music Downloader

Monopoly HD - Cool 3D graphics game!

Multicon - Widget (you choose the size) and have as many icons as you want - HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

N7 Player - I love this Music app!! Also adds its own UGI to the lock screen for wakeup. Nice widgets too!

No to 08 - When you dial an 08 number (chargable), your phone will load browser and give you a list of alternative numbers that are NOT 08 numbers, that can be used within your minutes allowence.

0800 Wizard - 0800 numbers chage you on mobile phones. Load this app, dial the 0800 number, your phone will automatically find and dial an alternative number that will not charge you.#

Opera Mobile - Personal best for Internet Browsing.

PhotoFunia - MASSIVE selection of cool/funny photo effects.

Scramble (zenga game) - Not scrabble! Play with your facebook friends!

Smart App Protector - Lock apps being used by other people, like facebook etc..

SMS Backup & Restore - Backup your SMS

App Backup & Restore - Backup all your Apps

Songify - Fun for everyone! Say a few sentances, let it turn it into a song!

Soundhound - Identify the music being played around you (like in the pub or car or shop, etc..)

Thumb - Brilliant for when your on the toilet (lol) or just bored! Answer friends/other peoples questions, ask your own.

Traffic counter (widget) - Personal best for keeping track of usage - Simple and clear! Track Wifi usuage, Data usage, Minutes usuage and SMS usage - Set it up with your own contract settings, for example it will refresh on your bill date and start counting again from 0.

TV Guide - Easy, simple and clear, whats on the telly!

Vlingo - Screw Apple's Siri, or Samsungs attempt, i LOVE this one!

Whatsapp - Personal best for chatting with phone contacts. Send pics, music etc..

Wifi Manager - My wifi on/off switcher and identifier.

Zedge - HUGE collection of HD wallpapers, notification sounds, ringtones and NOW even live wallpapers, SO QUICK AND EASY TO DOWNLOAD AND SET!

:)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] gooshy:
Thanks for all of the replies. As a long time iPhone user the suggested list of apps has been really helpful.

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Wow its been a while since i posted. Time to update the sig.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Gadgetz:
You're welcome man, hope you like your Android experience
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] hbk19:
Gunman Clive is an amazingly fun game.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] pinmemo:
Astrid task

very powerful function-packed to-do app
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] raz0r9199:
Although I'm new here, but are you working for Google Play Store?
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] surprise123:
facebook，twitter，everonte， more apps see google play store feature section
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jovu55:
A must have app that I've missed using since selling my S2 and (STILL) waiting for my S3 - so that I can continue to use is: aCar

//bit.ly/NKFHSt

Description: Track the fillups, maintenance, fuel mileage, trips & expenses of your vehicles. Manage and keep track of your vehicles: Fillups, Fuel Mileage.

Use this daily and feel lost without it.

More to come once I get my S3.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] theonlyanil:
Updated: 10 Must-Have Galaxy S3 Apps - http://bit.ly/M0JXuv
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] logan6:
my top apps:

titanium backup

amazon

aCalendar

xda premium

ebay

nova launcher

SlideIT

games:

plants vs zombies (not compatible with S3 at this time) :(

fruit ninja
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] doree:
Apex Launcher

Google Currents

SiMi Clock Widget

Nearly every single Game from Kairosoft ;)

Apollo Music Player

MX Player

Tapatalk

SwiftKey

Total Commander

Gesendet von meinem GT-I9300 mit Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] THE.W!ZARD:
-Vipre Mobile Security

-Friendcaste

-PLume

-Whatsapp

-Yahoo Messenger

-IMO Messenger

-K-9 Mail

-Angry Bird

-IMDB

-Fring

-NPT BOOM

-Euro Sport
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] adchesney:
Just got my S3...and love this forum - I thank the OP :-)

ADC
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] knights.JayTana:
it actually depends on what kind of user are you...

viber, line, skype, springpad, fancy widget, camera 360, dictionary
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] bibia:
Man.. U still don't get it, do u?

He's new to android. And it's like, if u buy ur first car, u would ask the same thing (which stupid question for non-newbies).

n since this is a forum, where else he/she should ask?

this is the best place for us to share.

no offence man. I'm also a newbie here.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] :
Cerberus

It costs €2.99, but its well worth it's money. It allows you retreive your phone if you ever lose it or if it gets stolen. I suggest you watch the following video for a more detailed explanation :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkJ8jeWb0V0&feature=player_embedded
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Rentus:
Is there actually an advantage to SamsungDive?
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] SlimJ87D:
I do not recommend ATK at all. Killing apps doesn't save battery... it can cause wakelocks as your phone will keep opening and trying to put them into the system "cache."
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Aimara:
using this as well , any idea how to add more into the led notifications like wifi and gps ?

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sometimes i wonder whats a forum for ?
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] funb0b:
This thread has been one of the most helpful, i have found a number of the mentioned apps very useful indeed, for things i had'nt even consider before, many thanks to all those who have posted in a positive manner.

Much appreciated.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] :
Yes it does!

It has the option to take a picture with the front camera as soon as the user interacts with the screen, enters a wrong passcode, or dismisses an alarm. You can also record video and audio. This means that you know how the thief looks, which means you can even look him up on Facebook using a picture scanner :)

And once you are rooted, you can flash it so that the app will remain there even after a factory reset.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] saldawop:
Cerberus sounds like it could be really good.What effect does it have on battery life?
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] theonlyanil:
But more the apps are open in background, more the phone gets heated up, uses RAM. btw I agree with the point that they keep on opening. But sadly, its Android's ecosystem fault.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] :
It doesn't affect daily usage at all. It will only be active when you're logged in on their web-client (https://www.cerberusapp.com/)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jastonas:
These are most like Android must have than S3 must have...
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] theonlyanil:
Or you can say, Android ICS must have. After all, S3 is Android mobile ;)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] sphinxy:
I dont really agree with your point regarding "more apps are open in background, more the phone gets heated up".

If the program was coded badly and continues to chew CPU/resources, then yes, it will get hot because its causing the CPU to continue to process.

If you just wanted to close apps because you are afraid of them running in the background when you dont want them too, then press and hold the home button, find your program and swipe it, or, just go to the built in task manager for S3, no need for ATK I rekon.

(not starting an argument - just mentioning I dont really agree, especially when lots of new android users will read this thread).
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] MarksThinkTank:
Since you're coming from iPhone: Flipboard is now officially out for Android and looks awesome on the SGS3's size screen.

Google+'s most recent version looks really nice! I'm thinking I'll have to spend more time over there to support it.

HD Widgets - I use this for the clock/weather widget

... And of course <cough> all of the apps in my sig </cough> ;)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] mootjee:
Thank you all for this awesome apps. I found some apps really usefull. This is my first android phone.:p
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] T.K.B:
This is turning up to be a really nice thread :) I'm a new sgs3 user too and so far I can't count how many suggestions I've taken from here :). Also if you're into customizing stuff on your device (being on Android who isn't??? :p) then I'd recommend Widget locker. It let's you totally customize your lockscreen with sliders, widgets, shortcuts and what not.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jb8986:
Nice thread thanks - it would be nice if people could put what the app does though just a small description :silly:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Vprnl:
Hope this isn't been posted yet:

Amazing list of amazing looking apps:

http://androidniceties.tumblr.com/
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jdsemler:
MightyText is extremely useful
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Aimara:
just install nova 3 , i have to say great improvement from nova 2 , good game to try out on sgs 3
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jeezy85:
Yes I'm glad I made this thread :laugh::good: it has helped me a lot with finding decent apps

Thanks everyone for posting
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Disconn3ct:
There are two (well, 3) kinds of background app. The running apps/services (either you started them or they woke up due to events) can chew cpu or do anything else a normal front-facing app does. The only way to reliably make that stop is uninstall the app (or freeze it, which is basically the same thing.) They show under "active apps" in the task manager and "running" in the app manager (settings->apps.)

The cached apps are different - they aren't running, they are just sitting in otherwise-unused memory so that they can be started up nearly instantly. ("Show cached processes" in the app manager.) They aren't doing any work, using any cpu/battery or otherwise interacting with the system.

There are two problems with android here though. The first is that developers overuse the "light weight" services - sure, on a blank phone it doesn't hurt to fire up a service to navel-gaze in the background, but once a couple of dozen apps do it it adds up. The second is that dalvik (and the rest of the framework) takes a relatively long time to start and init an app, but instead of finding a real fix there are a bunch of workarounds (app caching, forks from zygote, etc.)

</OT rant over>

As far as apps, mostly they've been listed already but:

google reader

apex launcher

handsent sms

google voice (at least for voicemail, even if you don't use it as a main number)

light flow (doesn't work on tmob btw :( but soon..)

friendcaster is the best fb app out there right now

call app - integrates your contact info (including fb/g+/twitter/linkedin/etc) into the ringing and in-call screens

PvZ works (for a quick test at least) on tmob SGSIII :)

acar is the best gas/maint tracker and reminder out there. try it free, but its totally worth buying.

Slice - automatically finds reciepts/shipping info and tracks your new toys so you know when they'll be on the porch

Radar Now! - magic live radar view for wherever you are.

Weather buddy - looks like its not in the store anymore :( but it gives simple instant local results and forecasts. Basic, small, fast, no spyware, no services, etc.

Tapatalk or xda premium (depending on how many other forums you use from it)

Almost forgot! Chrome Beta and Pocket (read it later.)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] xdboyxd:
GMD GestureControl ★ root

Light Flow

Titanium Backup

Smart Statusbar+

Bird Bar Premium
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] isveçli:
peopl

GT-I9300 cihazımdan Tapatalk 2 ile gönderildi
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] dan0s:
Great thread!

I really want to find some new fun games, everything i download or play i get bored of very quickly. Probably just not a big mobile gamer...I'm also not a fan of the touch screen fps either, i find them very hard to control! Mouse and keyboard ftw!

Are there any command and conquer type games that are any good?
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jastonas:
Is this an app?
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] As2O:
Must Have Apps

Power Amp ( Music Player )

Beats Audio ( Sound Effects )

Google Chrome ( Best Browser )

Everything From Dev Team is Very Good ( Theme Changes )

Viber ( Free Text and Calls )

Audio Mananager ( Hide Pictures,Texts Also Hides Apps )

And The Usual Every Day Need Stuff Like Facebook, Ebay, Youtube ETC

Hope this is of help
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] dporem:
Advanced Task Killer

adbWireless

Air Control

Alarm Clock Plus - i just love the fact that i have to do math to dismiss it. It wakes me up every day!

Astro

Easy Uninstaller

Fancy Widges

Ndrive - Since i sometimes have to leave my country and i might need GPS

PlayerPro

SwiftKey X

SwiFTP

Terminal Emulator

Titanium Backup
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] dave_uk:
At risk of justifiably being accused of trolling, may I suggest that the next person to recommend a task killer as a "must have app" gets a ban? :p
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Aimara:
connect to ps3 controller wireless

credits to nztechfreak

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Gq_ZU9p5Nk
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] coolsixty:
My favorite list

System Enhancement:

-Beautiful widgets - very good desk enhancement.

-titanium backup - backup /restore even you do factory reset, amazing .

-ES file explorer - non-root , but it is good enough to be my best file explorer

-Quick PIC - best replacement for viewing pictures , fast and smooth.

-RocketDial Pro - best dialer so far, comprehensive and fast, lots of HD caller ID integrated too.

-Go SMS - My favorite replacement for message.

Other:

-SoundHound- find music by listening

-Dolphin Browse - very good browser , I like the translate plugin.

:laugh:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] sydios:
i like :

root explorer: nice if youhave root ;)

CalenGoo: great Calendar app

Next Episode: shows you when you favorite tv shows has ne epsisodes

Dreamdroid: to control your dreambox

TuneIn Radio: Online Radio

FML: very funny

goggles: nice app

draw someting: fun game

Widget Locker: To put handy widgets on your look screen
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] shaharofir:
If you like theming, themex is a must

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.redphx.themex
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] lejars1:
But does it work for everyone?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1740601&highlight=screencast
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] theonlyanil:
If you like reading personalized news, Pulse is a must.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] MilkChan:
i suggest you use "go launcher". It is esay to use and user friendly. The important thing is free!
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Disconn3ct:
Apex is tons better though

:-)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] hisee:
but apex does nt have effects as many as go has ++ go have more widgets
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] apisfires:
How about nova launcher? lol, read what he post, Go Launcher is free apps, Apex and Nova you can try to find pros and cons.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] adilator:
Seriously, what kind of useless reply is that? Who are you to tell someone what kind of question he can post or not?

As for the OP, I advise him to get all the major google apps, their latest versions are really nice and optimized for HD displays like the one in the SIII.

"Google Currents" is a really nice app if you want to have access to well organized information grouped from the best websites and magazines on the net.

For media playing, get Playerpro.

For home launcher replacement, get Holo launcher, it restores the original ICS launcher which is much better than the samsung junk.

a good free game to showcase the 3D muscle of the SIII is Asphalt academy.

If your phone is rooted:

Get Systemapp remover to clean up some of the bloatware safely.

Get rid of ads while using free apps by downloading an app called Adfree.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] brianwilkie76:
Where do you find Asphalt academy?? I have looked on the play store and Samsung apps but nothing??

Thanks
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] mmeidl78:
I can recommend SRT AppGuard. It let's you controll the rights of an app:

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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.srt.appguard.mobile
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Disconn3ct:
:(

How does it compare to PDroid? (Pdroid needs a patched framework, fyi, so it doesn't work on SGSIII yet.)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] adilator:
Sorry, got that title wrong because it's based on the asphalt series, it's actually called "GT Racing: Motor Academy Free+": https://play.google.com/store/apps/...5nYW1lbG9mdC5hbmRyb2lkLkFOTVAuR2xvZnRHVEZNIl0.

It's the best free racing game and has real brand modeled cars.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Dyosr:
good thread, got many useful app here :)

i want to add 2 more app; fasterfix (boost your gps)

and wifikill (kill/disable unwanted device)

you can find this app in 'Android Apps and Games' section
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] shami_n:
Got some useful apps to try.

I would recommend Waze - navigation app.

I sometimes use it while going to a new place in bus to get down at the nearest busstop. Its very accurate.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] crandf:
Scrolling Wallpaper - To restore scrolling custom wallpapers to your S3

Display Brightness - To replace the missing screen brightness adjustment on the notifications bar

Dropsync - Download and sync a custom folder with your dropbox contents!

LauncherPro - Great for getting 6 rows of icons on S3's high res screen
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] brianwilkie76:
Guys

Some of the apps listed here are great, thanks to all...

I haven't seen the below mentioned yet:

1. ShadowGun - amazing game for mobile, SGS3 runs it really well

2. SongPop - A lot of fun guessing music tracks

3. Drawsomething - A good laugh!!

4. Ultimate Custom clock Widget (UCCW) - Great for creating your own clock widgets

5. Real Racing - I rate this racing game.

6. PES 2012 - It's ok...

Thats it for now.... Will add more if I come across more.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] MUYAMAN:
I also use Onavo count which allows me to limit access to my data connection.

You can set data usage in the settings of the apps or OS settings but, the Onavo count has really nice data monitoring widget :)

I used the app data monitoring to set certain apps to wifi only as well

All them app refreshing and downloding info through the phone plan may not be an issue for certain plans (I have a 10GB plan) but, restrictions to downloads through the cell carrier network does improve battery life. :)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jerricson:
+1
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] drowsword:
SanDisk Memory Zone - Just found out about this when my microSD card (64g) came. It's actually a pretty sweet program. A one stop shop for all your drives, internal, external SD as well as the main cloud services. Seperates multimedia into several pages, songs, movies, pics, docs, as well as apps. I THINK it's only available in the US and Canada though (but not 100% on that).

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sandisk.mz&hl=en

SanDisk Memory Zone puts you in complete control. Manage and backup both your local and cloud memory with one free app. Move files back and forth from your memory card to select cloud services, or from the cloud directly to your phone. Cloud services supported: Box, Dropbox, Google Docs, Picasa, SugarSync, SkyDrive and Facebook.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] pruhster:
Here's what I use the most:

Google Goggles - barcode and real life object scanner

VLC - media player

Chrome - browser

Swiftkey 3 - keyboard

Google Drive - cloud storage

aTorrent - torrent client

Call Meter 3G - keeps track of you mobile plan

Smart Tools - lots of handy tools

DiskUsage - visualizes used space

AdFree - removes adds (root)

Aix Weather Widget - hourly weather forecast widget

and some games:

Trainyard

Osmos HD

OnetouchDrawing

N.O.V.A. 3
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] clockcycle:
My must have apps on my S3

Adaway

Astro

Google Voice

Quickboot

History Eraser

CacheMate

SpeedTest

Thumb Keyboard

Chrome

Barcode Scanner