yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mesasone:
Not going to post all my apps like some seem to, just the select few that I consider "must have":

LauncherPro ($) - I paid for Pro Plus but I don't think I use any of the Pro Plus features! Still worth it to support the developer.

BeyondPod ($) - far and away the best podcast manager. I have it set to turn on my wi-fi and update my podcasts at 6:30 every morning. And it I have it's Smart Playlist feature set up so my podcasts play in my preferred order when I press play.

SimiFolders - best "folders" implementation I've found yet. Very easy to use and pretty slick.

Angry Birds - given that it's free and such a great time waster, I'd loathe to be with out this game on my phone.

Dropbox

Titanium Backup

Honorable mention goes to the game "Dungeon Defenders" which I have been playing a bit of lately. Very fun game, though the expeirence clearly hasn't been optomized for the phone. Just a bit cramped on a 4" screen - and it can be a real battery hog. I think it would be especially awesome on a tablet, and I look forward to the release of the Windows version on Steam!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] s1l3nt:
same here but kind of a random post for this thread lol

i forgot about widget locker not using though for now since its a bit buggy for me and waiting on update
[Captivate Themes and Apps] jasapper:
My Favs

Some slightly more original apps:

* Keep the Lights On - keeps the SGS backlights for the capsense buttons on while the screen is on

* Waze - community GPS navigation, real-time user generated traffic updates

* Elixir - system information application with highly configurable widgets

* Remote Notifier - see phone notifications, such as phone ring, SMS and low battery, on the screen of your Mac, Linux or Windows desktop.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] danhalt:
I had liked the Weather Channel app until the last few days. Ever since they started sending notifications about this blizzard, my battery life has gone to crap. Lost 50% over last night. In the 4 hours since uninstalling I've only lost 2%.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] neotekz:
thanks! this is a great app. makes my cappy almost too loud on highest volume setting. is there any special way i should set the gain? i just put everything to max
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TitaniumBarbell:
Thanks for Keep the Lights On!!!! This is a very great app for the Captivate!

My MustHave apps:

1. Launcher Pro Plus

2. Keep the Lights On

3. Color Flashlight

4. MIUI Music

5. My Backup Pro

6. Plume

7. Uninstaller for Root

8. Shoot Me
[Captivate Themes and Apps] jasapper:
Couldn't escape this even down here in Florida... even when set to "severe only" it went from daily thunderstorm warnings to windchill advisories until me and my battery had had enough!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] xdahgary:
Wow. Add 3D sound with Voodoo sound and I am rock'n. Thanks.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] sixstringsg:
Is anyone using Tajm? Whenever I add it to my homescreen it doesn't show up.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TCGUK:
My Must Haves:

ADW.Launcher EX Paid

Beautiful Widgets Paid

Dropbox

ClassBuddy Pro Paid (Must have for any college student!)

Documents to Go Paid

Trapster (great if you want tabs on traffic and police or if you use aDyno :) )

aDyno Paid (pretty accurate dynamometer if you know how to use it)

Keep The Lights On

Miren Browser

Weatherbug (best weather app IMO. also has severe weather alerts)

Shazam (tags music)

Plume (Twitter client)

Facebook

Lookout (device locator, anti-virus, backup)

iSyncr Paid (syncs iTunes with your device easily IMO)

bTunes Paid (music player that looks like the iPhone's)

Pure Calendar Paid

BLN Control

XDA App

Root Explorer Paid
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mr.jaguar:
I set the volume way high and set the others like I'd set the eq on a stereo.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mr.jaguar:
yup.. makes for some great sound.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] quikmeister:
Wordfeud. Hit me up Username is Sterling Archer.

Words With friends for Android due out at end of Feb. Sweetnees!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] blazin99:
Is there a way to change the lock screen?or that gay puzzle piece...
[Captivate Themes and Apps] bms231:
Dazzle. It is a great customizable widget bar for free.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] s1l3nt:
you can use 4 lockscreen mod or widget locker if you want to pay for it
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Misterjunky:
Here is an app everyone forgot about!

Galaxy Tuner

Has too many options and settings to list em all

but the main one which I use and is really great

is the ability to make the speaker a lot louder without

loosing quality.

It has a 5 band equalizer which

has options to Save/Load settings plus it does

not run in background wasting battery power.

Check it out.. (yes its FREE)!!!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] SeanHacker:
sgs kernel flasher is my number1
[Captivate Themes and Apps] silentheero:
My favorites:

Dropbox (used for document transfers, camera backups, note taking, quick sharing with others, and receipt scanning)

Epistle (keeps notes and syncs with Dropbox)

Alchemy (this awesome game simply gives you four elements to combine, but there are 360 combinations that are possible, including zombies and one-up mushrooms)

Minimalistic Text (useful for making custom text-based widgets)

Miren Browser (I have tried many browsers, but like this one the best. Tabs without taking up much space, automatic full screen, custom download folder, etc)

QQPlayer (used to use Rock until it stopped playing certain files. This can play many types of video formats without re-ripping them. The playback can be choppy, but it is the best I have found so far)

Reader (Google's official RSS reader. Works perfectly for me)

Ringdroid (makes custom ringtones, notification tones from mp3s)

ROM Manager (Best Utility I have)

Root Explorer (Obvious. One of the first apps I bought when I got my android)

Wallpaper Set & Save (best for setting high-quality pictures as your background. You must know and save your background the same resolution as the screen though)

Widgetsoid (great for making custom switch widgets)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mireview:
Hey guys I love this list of must have apps and was wondering if any of you guys wanted to write it up for my site, www dot mi-review dot com
[Captivate Themes and Apps] zs0mby:
really nice :)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] timoteo50:
Where can we check out this app? Thanks!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] apparition:
Must-have apps for Cap:

gingerbread (2.3) keyboard apk (check market)

ROM manager

SMS time fix (for canadian android users)

PowerAMP

JuiceDefender+ultimatejuice

TuneSync (wireless iTunes music library sync'ing)

circular battery indicator with % apk (shows batt% for non-root users)

BLN control OR NoLED

Dropbox

google reader/my tracks/etc
[Captivate Themes and Apps] drhowardfine:
Gizmo's TechSupportAlert just posted a list of their favorite free Android apps:

http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-android-apps.htm
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Siesta410:
RockPlayer (Video Player)

MusicSleep (Sleep timer for music players)

GStrings (Guitar tuner)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] jaydeekay:
I've seen only it mentioned once or twice here, but which screen capture app is better? I'm using drocap but the images are pretty blurry.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Siesta410:
Try using shoot me.

I really wish there was an app that used a key combo to take screenshots. Hate having to shake it.

Also, I accidentally thanked your post :s
[Captivate Themes and Apps] jaydeekay:
Oh lol I accidentally hit random buttons all the time. Ok I'll try that. I used the notification trigger with drocap and I liked it. But quality sucks.

Sent from my Captivate via swype

Perception 10.3

Firebird 2: KP1
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TommyZee:
Easy To Capture Screenshots

You might want to look @ this

http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-capture-screenshots-with-your-android-mobile-phone/

I assume your already rooted :cool:
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Tennis11:
I've been trying it out. But all I can think of for a real use of it is sitting on the toilet and using the laptop in the next room lol.

What do you use it for?
[Captivate Themes and Apps] jaydeekay:
That article is really dated! Lol. How about a nice screen shot app recommendation?

Sent from my Captivate via swype

Perception 10.3

Firebird 2: KP1
[Captivate Themes and Apps] :
shoot me is my favorite, even though you need to shake the phone and remember to shut it off when you're done.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] avgjoegeek:
Uh.. the older version of Shoot Me allowed you to shake it.. make a noise.. or block the sensor to take a pic?
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TRusselo:
Samsung email and IM with Social Hub (with hotmail mail & SNS)

deodexed for custom roms

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=960269

tons more "must haves" in my folder \/
[Captivate Themes and Apps] echelonMCRhartgrenade:
Lol I downloaded that "KeyRing" App, and every time I go to the store I keep on forgetting to use it!! Gosh wish I could try it out and see if it really works!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Hondo209:
Mybackup Pro

ROM Manager Pro

xScope 6

Advanced Task Killer

AppMonster Pro

AutoStarts

Galaxy Tuner

OS Monitor

Pandora

SGS Tools & Kernel

Root Explorer

Tibu

AT&T myWireless
[Captivate Themes and Apps] ACDYZG:
ADWLauncher EX

BLN control

Home Switcher(froyo)

Tank hero(good for killing time)

Soundcloud

Quick settings
[Captivate Themes and Apps] bigsmitty64:
OS Monitor

SGS Tools

Titanium Backup

Rom Manager

Super Manager

ShootMe

Root Explorer

GPS Test

Flikie Wallpaper

Fancy Widget Pro

DeskTop Visualizer

Launcher Pro
[Captivate Themes and Apps] jpinks:
Mort Player for audio books is a must for me. Couldnt believe it wasnt listed

Sleepytime

Angry Birds

Google voice? still trying to make that one do what i tell it :)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] coderunner:
I have my laptop hooked up to my LCD TV in my bedroom and I lay in bed and use the computer and download and watch movies with out even getting out of bed
[Captivate Themes and Apps] cincyrob:
is all of these apps in the market? do you need to be rooted?
[Captivate Themes and Apps] cincyrob:
i like the google voice, but i cant get it to do the texting right?

a app i like so far is Zedge wallpapers and ringtones
[Captivate Themes and Apps] pietro_spina:
some need root some do not. for example Root Explorer...

Most/almost all that I have seen in the thread are in the market.

Just look them up in the market and if they aren't there widen your search...

have fun...
[Captivate Themes and Apps] XJay100:
a couple of excellent apps for something other than customizing and games and general entertainment:

1. ProFiMail - excellent POP and IMAP email program (paid)

2. VC Organizer Pro for synch to outlook cal, contacts, notes, etc... (paid)

3. Y5 Battery Saver - WiFi / location auto switch.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] anandsamuel:
I use app called screenshot. it gives you the option to select the quality of the picture. saves it as a .png file your phone needs to be rooted though. its free on the market. if you search android screenshot it will be listed on the 13th or 14th down.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] tazman171:
+1 on ScreenShot. Drocap wahses the pics out and the others are invasive. I love the shake to take featrue as well. Only thing I had to do was switch the red and blue for great screens. :cool:

ScreenShot in action with a shot of its self for you. ;)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Grump642:
Many of the ones I use have already been mentioned, 10-20 times. But...

1. Advanced Task Killer- great for saving batt

2. App Brain App Market

3. Astro- good sys explorer

4. Easy Installer

5. Evernote- nice for sync'ing between phone and computer

6. Jorte- calender

7. Lookout- Antivirus

8. Ringdroid- great little app for making ringtones

9. Winamp
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Yggdrasil777:
TuneWiki - The only video player I have seen that does RANDOM.

Why all these video players can't play a random video is beyond me...
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Miami_Son:
MyPhoneExplorer is a great app for syncing Outlook info without having to use Google's cloud. It is a PC app with a companion app that runs on the phone.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] MickeyCee:
Nice indeed, I also like the screen capture feature too!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] nhcaptivate:
I love Tasker. Get it. Enough said.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] RaptuRe Designz:
sweet this is awesome ill get some of these when my captivate comes in (:
[Captivate Themes and Apps] buresh.kevin:
My must apps are:

Angry Birds

Watchdog lite

3g Watchdog

Bubble blaster

And a bunch more!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] sixk:
Whats a good must have antivirus app?

and what other security apps should i have on it?
[Captivate Themes and Apps] :
I use Lookout Mobile
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Liv33viL:
For now, until I find something that blows my hair back - I use use Norton Mobile Security - and the rest of their mobile products.

Even though NIS it's a Beta Build - I have been using Norton / Symantec products on my PC's Workstations and Networks for a very long time. So I am very comfortable with the their products and interfaces.

HtH

Peace-

Liv33viL
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TRusselo:
anti virus is your biggest battery waster. even most senior members that get apps from very questonable sources, dont use anti-virus.

most "Macs" claim they dont need anti-virus because there are so few viruses and they are soo rare, there are even LESS android viruses.

its just not worth it. especially having custom roms and tibu, a fresh flash is minutes away...

not to mention everytime a program scans a file "as anti-virus does" the phone will

lag

, as it can only do one read OR write operation at a time on this flash memory.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Liv33viL:
Icons / Folders Behavior Mods

Anyone know of any applications - applets or tweaks that would enable mods to the icon layout and behavior while scrolling?

(Similar to how the application Barrel functions in any iTouch, iPad)

Also -

Anyone know of a "stable" multitask application that will enable multitasking by raising and lowering the dock or launcher.

I checked a few out already, none were too stable and none of them really impressed me feature wise.

Any insights would be a bonus!

Thanx

Peace-
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Liv33viL:
I would definitely agree with you on lag and bog. I guess most just use an AV app for peace of mind...
[Captivate Themes and Apps] fldude99:
I agree with you on the lag, etc, but strongly disagree with the statement "a fresh flash is minutes away...". With all what could be compromised (credit cards, personal info, etc), by that time its wayyyy too late. I will take the additional battery drain of an app as lookout for the (alleged) protection
[Captivate Themes and Apps] P1x44r:
Hey guys,

Does anyone know of an application that will let me disable data over 3G/HSPA via a widget of some sort? One-click action preferrably, similar to how you disable Wi-Fi via notifications pull-down.

Thank you.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] :
Juice Defender has an option to disable 3G

or you could use 3G watchdog
[Captivate Themes and Apps] SuFuCru:
One of the coolest apps I have found that works flawlessly is CamScanner. I tested it out on an invoice, scanned and sent it by email from my phone to the client and we got a check in return. :cool: Worked great and fast. :D
[Captivate Themes and Apps] ubuntujason:
mr. pie~

i 2nd the suggestion of 3g watchdog. it also includes a warning when u get near ur data cap ...

~j
[Captivate Themes and Apps] osendott:
If you are that worried about viruses that are for all intents and purposes, non-existent (as a previous poster mentioned, there are fewer android viruses than there are mac viruses, and I'm using a mac to type this - have used macs for quite some time as they're as good as it gets for recording studios, and I don't think I can recall ever having a problem with a mac-virus.) You would be a head to not store your CC info, etc. on your phone, make regular backups of data you don't want to lose, that way - how was it put? "a fresh flash is only minutes away"?? or something...

sorry, forgot the point of the post, android antivirus software are a waste of system resources, phone memory, and battery power :)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] osendott:
My fiancee uses AVG on her pc and her cappy (even though I see no point in using one on the cappy, it seems to work ok on the PC. )
[Captivate Themes and Apps] osendott:
Angry Birds is DEFINATELY a must have..
[Captivate Themes and Apps] osendott:
As many people have said, ShootME takes pretty good screenshots as far as quality goes, but it's kinda annoying having to shake the phone and yes, remember to turn it off..
[Captivate Themes and Apps] sickms3:
Anyone mention Dropbox?
[Captivate Themes and Apps] lovehoshi:
Launcher Pro is a must.

So is PewPew and Dolphin HD :p
[Captivate Themes and Apps] the_rogue:
I've gotten to where I like Dolphin Mini better than HD (it just loads faster), so for me -

Launcher Pro Plus

Dolphin Mini

XDA app

Fancy Widget

Multicon (4 mini-icons in the space of 1 regular one)

AlarmClock Plus

Smooth Calendar

Astrid Tasks

Color Flashlight

Watchdog Lite

Evernote

Astro

B&B Quick Uninstaller

Angry Birds

Angry Birds Seasons

Alchemy

WoW Remote Auction House

Barcode scanner

My local bank app

Elixir

Calculator Mem

c:geo

ROM Manager

Titanium Backup

Rockplayer

and still others that I have and use occasionally
[Captivate Themes and Apps] mrnifty:
Dropbox rocks!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Liv33viL:
I'll answer my own post.

I found exactly what I was looking for...

Peace-
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Moxie3000:
Well? I just caught your original post Re: Multi-tasking app. So...do tell! I'm curious as well.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] xThe Enforcer:
Rageface and Ragecomics.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] brianray14:
apps i can't do without: most require root access

Tibu pro (indispensable app esp for flashing addicts)

Xscope (browser)- blows both editions of dolphin away with its speed and user friendly interface)

Dropbox

Google talk

Backup to gmail (sms, mms, call logs)

Keepscreen- allows you to choose apps where screen will not time out

Copy paste it - allows you to copy text and paste into facebook, twitter, IM, etc

Drocap - best screen shot app ihmo. Be sure to uncheck notify box in superuser for best results

Navigon - best navigation app

World newspapers - only news app you'll ever need

Root explorer

Rom manager

Superuser

Sgs tools

Appmonster - only reason I use this app is so I have access to all .apks to a) install previous versions in case an update is foobared b) to pass apks along for other ppl to try pay apps before they buy

Speed x- sick game where you fly thru a tube and avoid obstacles

Nhl game center

Mlb at bat 2011

And ladt but not least... Custom roms: serendipity, phoenix, firefly
[Captivate Themes and Apps] brianray14:
Oh.. And this app requires a seperate post (i forgot to include it) is poweramp. Great music app
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Liv33viL:
Multitasker is pretty cool but doesn't give the features I was looking for. It's still a tad unstable and a bit laggy for my taste...

Power Control Plus / ADW Laucher EX (Hybrid).

Got it tweaked and just the way I want it.

Quick, no lag, fully customizable and totally custom! ;)

Now... I'm on a quest to find the perfect Black and Purple / Black and Blue or Black and Teal HD Full icon set....

Peace-
[Captivate Themes and Apps] gemuse:
MixZing, ESFile Explorer, and the stock Cappy Clock. Can't live without my desk clock. :D
[Captivate Themes and Apps] xxcaptcrunchxx:
Angry Birds -- Addicting!!

App2SD -- Does what it says

Beautiful Widgets -- Cool weather and clock widgets

Mspot -- A cloud for your music

RoboDefense -- Strategy game

Rom Gripper -- For finding games

Wheelz -- 4x4 truck game

Zedge -- Awsome app for ringtones and backgrounds!

Voltage control

Voodoo

TiBu

CatchMate

AndroXplorer
[Captivate Themes and Apps] arcntgunner:
Got to say N64oid...Who doesn't love Super Smash Bros
[Captivate Themes and Apps] donks232:
n64droid: goldeneye! and mario 64.

gameboid: pokemon still play it every now and then

no lock- nothing in my pocket will press the touch screen thus i see no point it slide to unlock :rolleyes:

apps2sd

its march madness!!!! OMG bracket tracker!

ESPN widget so i know when florida is playing and can check scores (go gators)

opera mini > dolphin

3d watchdog for my data plan

looking for a ringtone app now

screen filter for when its dark and dont want to be blinded

color flashlight for when a silly prius is going 55 in the fast lane and u need him to move. or need a flashlight

seekdroid is pretty cool

voltage control

setcpu

shake them all- girls love to play with my phone i love girls seems like a must have to me

wow armory- hide from the girls
[Captivate Themes and Apps] s1l3nt:
agreed 10 char
[Captivate Themes and Apps] dsc522758:
Where is my Root Explorer APK?

OK...I finally downloaded my first paid app...Root Explorer. Where in the heck is the APK on the phone? It is installed but I want to grab the APK to back it up to either my external SD Card or my PC.

I know, noob question!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Dani897:
galaxy tuner(global eqalizer and other audio tweeks, memory mods, sceduler tweaks, button mapping, gesturing, much more)

voodoo control from market to stay up to date( provided you have voodoo sound in the kernel)

voltage control

tasker

kill switch( could also use a combo of free apps, proximtey screen off and no lock will give about the same effect, also can be done with tasker, no lock and a screen off widget)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] emtae001:
OK I'm new. I did do a search for these. I'm looking for a good no long distance charge app and was wondering if there was an app to trick your cell to think you are not in a roaming area. Like if you are in Canada and want to use your phone in USA or vice versa.Thanks
[Captivate Themes and Apps] BWolf56:
You can get TiBu (titanium backup) and run a backup. Can then move the TiBu folder from your sd to your comp just to be safe.

Although, your paid app are saved to your gmail account so if you keep the same you can go re-download it any time you want on the market.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TRusselo:
doesnt matter what your phone thinks, the cell tower closest to you tells the carrier that you are roaming. so no go
[Captivate Themes and Apps] tazman171:
I take you mean the apk you down loaded right? It's in /data/app/ and named com.speedsoftare.rootexplorer.apk. You can re download it if you need to, it will check to see if you paid for it before. :cool:
[Captivate Themes and Apps] TRusselo:
all paid apps are forever linked to your gmail account to re-download.

can also view / push install from http://market.android.com
[Captivate Themes and Apps] tazman171:
Yep, most are but not all, Launcher Pro Plus for one, but Root Explorer for sure is. I was just letting him know where the .apk was since he had asked for that specifically and it's not in the usual system/app/ directory. :cool:
[Captivate Themes and Apps] Dodge0069:
Gasbuddy

Gasbuddy.

I'm surprised nobody else uses it. Find cheap gas. Do none of you drive?

Oh, and Privacy Blocker... I paid for this one, but you'd be surprised how many apps are reporting your phone number and IMEI
[Captivate Themes and Apps] millman:
I use Norton but not the anti-virus, the remote control options. Had my phone stolen. Had an app to turn on GPS and tell me where it was but big deal: 42nd st and 8th avenue in NYC could be 1000s of apartments. Norton will allow me to lock, ring or wipe the phone remotely. Will also send a txt to a friend if a different sim is installed. Wish I'd had it before my phone was stolen.
[Captivate Themes and Apps] millman:
Have to agree. Love that app!
[Captivate Themes and Apps] dotnetbrett:
Absolute System Root

Rom manager

Advanced Call Blocker

Set CPU

Andguard PRo

Barcode Scanner

Tunein Radio

(Angry Birds Rio? :)
[Captivate Themes and Apps] fb767:
First time poster, long time lurker :P. I have two questions: What's the best home/night time/bedside app? The one that is included, what was the name of it? I deleted it by accident.

Thanks.