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[Android Apps and Games] khaytsus:
Wait a second. Nerd, but not rooted? Get out.

;)

Seriously, get out.

Actually, GeOrg is. c:geo is useful if you don't have data for the particular area you're in, but otherwise it's pretty slow, buggy, and requires a data connection. Yes, it can load GPX. And if my grandmother had wheels she'd be a wagon..... Check out GeOrg if you're serious about geocaching. It's fast to use, insanely fast to import GPX, has multiple databases so you can opt to separate out areas or waypoints, lots of nice built-in solvers, navigation is awesome, and many other great features
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
I have one phone that is rooted and one that is not lol.
[Android Apps and Games] CfYz:
Thanks for this :)

- switchpro

- smart keyboard pro

- droidwall, of course

- setcpu

- apps organizer

- dialer one

- easymoney

- realcalc

- launcher pro/adw or whatever you like

- snowstorm

- clocksync

- atrackdog/sd

_________________

there is hope...
[Android Apps and Games] cryogenic666:
I've always used Super Manager instead of Root Explorer. Their help files and descriptions of their options aren't exactly fantastic being that the dev is apparently forgeign, but the app does quite well and doesn't cost a penny.
[Android Apps and Games] syin16:
personally i prefer andexplorer rather than astro..IMHO
[Android Apps and Games] karyney:
Thanks for the suggestions!
[Android Apps and Games] keefles:
Thanks for Swarm, great app!
[Android Apps and Games] tdusen:
Totally agree. GeOrg is the best geocaching app.
[Android Apps and Games] topjor:
Thanks man

send from my HTC WildFire

* 2.1

* rooted

* clockworkmod recovery

* no custom rom yet, only theme
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
I haven't heard of that one. I will have to add it to the list of things to check out. :)
[Android Apps and Games] cainiuwow:
nice....Now I can be proud of my andoid
[Android Apps and Games] watt9493:
Watchdog task manager? Ive been using un rooted and rooted. It seems to help a lot. Just my 0.02¢ :)
[Android Apps and Games] SwimDrewid:
Heard vlc is coming to the market very soon. A nerd's must have

Sent from my fully armed and operational, epic space phone
[Android Apps and Games] SwimDrewid:
Just your 1/50th of a penny? Fix'd ;-)

Sent from my fully armed and operational, epic space phone
[Android Apps and Games] chaostic_2k1:
I find SQLite Editor, by the dev who makes Root Explorer, to be way better than the RootExplorer version of the same, since it lists all apps and databases automatically, instead of having to hunt through the /data/data folders to find them.

And I tend to look around and edit stuff quite frequently, so it's helpful. Now if only it had a few improvements (batch edits/deletes, telling you how many entries in a catalog, catalogs in a database, databases in an app, without having to go into each and manually counting)
[Android Apps and Games] jonny68:
I'm no nerd :D but i have a lot of those apps the OP mentioned but a lot of them id have no interest in,keep em coming anyway.:cool:
[Android Apps and Games] lekhwani:
Some extra beautiful applications:

1. Absolute System

Change boot animation, fonts, fast reboot, reboot to recovery.(root required)

2. App control

Back up, task manager,

3. Bluetooth file transfer

4.Default Application reset

A very handy one to reset the default app for everything like browsing, music, video, home replacement, documents etc.

5.Smart Bar

You name it, and it's there. Can do a variety of things to your phone. Try it. You won't regret it.

6. Springpad

Personal manager

7. Wordmate

An offline dictionary.

8. World newspapers

Every mag, every newspaper, every prominent site in one neat place.

9. World tour

Wallpapers from webcams all around the world changing at predefined intervals.
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
I will definitely check out Smart Bar and Absolute System. Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] m1st3r1:
I think poweramp › winamp. I never try winamp but does winamp has flac playback? Equalizer?full screen widget? I only have lossless audio. So if the player don't have lossless playback, it's a big no..

Agree trillian ftw... n droidwall is superb.

Maybe twydroid is an app for nerd, cause it says 'from twydroid' whenever u're tweeting (at least ur followers will know u use android for tweeting.. LOL.)
[Android Apps and Games] seboj:
Nice list.

I'd like to add Samba Network Fileshare. It allows mounting your SD card as a network device across WiFi.
[Android Apps and Games] etsdad:
I'm having trouble with my pc recognizing and reading my SD card. My home desktop "sees" my phone ("ANDROID"), but isn't able to read it. My work laptop doesn't find ANDROID at all.
[Android Apps and Games] seboj:
Are you running CM by any chance? I often have problems getting connections between my phone and computer using CM6 / CM7 over wifi, with programs like Browsix, Samba, etc. I think it's something with the wifi driver.

Did you try opening a run prompt and connecting using the IP address?
[Android Apps and Games] AngelGrey_SB:
This is good, thanks dude
[Android Apps and Games] etsdad:
I'm using MikFroYo. I haven't tried the run prompt yet. I was actually about to try SwiFTP instead, but Samba "sounds" easier if it would work as intended.

By the way, in the spirit of the thread, I second Tasker. It gives you a pretty incredible level of control that has a learning curve, but it's worth it.
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
Is this the same feature as the SMB module that you can use with Astro File Manager?
[Android Apps and Games] iloveflynn:
You need to put SpringPad on this list!
[Android Apps and Games] Hixman:
I haven't used "swarm", but I use "tTorrent" its free and works good
[Android Apps and Games] mustafa.aziz:
I have skype but unable to make calls, only text chat is allowed. Can you please share the apk if you can make calls as u mentioned in your post.
[Android Apps and Games] starship:
great thread. many thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] gogol:
Wifi Analyzer :)
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
I used to use that but I switched to Wifi Manager . . . I haven't decided which one I like better for sure.
[Android Apps and Games] warrington:
Nice thread RickROM i see a lot of potential in this thread you've made.

Dunno if this counts but here's 2 applications I've grown to appreciate

1. Soundhound

Records a music sequence and searches the Soundhound database (using the internet) for the name of the song and the artist

2. Twicca

Twitter on steroids with a cool looking black background and layout
[Android Apps and Games] Spectator_0o:
Tiger SNES Emulator & MortPlayer

Tiger SNES Emulator is free and works with every game I've played. This should DEFINITLEY be on the list

Also MortPlayer is needed for any nerds (like myself) who manage their music via folder structure. Plus it's free! I use this as my everyday player and can't be happy enough with it.

EDIT: Had to add that I was unable to use my phone - HTC Desire HD - as proper music player as it couldn't handle my mix collections, not until I started using MortPlayer. Can't stress enough how good MortPlayer is. It's even got a layout for use in the car which is freaking fantastic. If I could have it's babies I would!
[Android Apps and Games] Nakkie040:
another one ?

i dont know if its posted already but for someone in IT, WiFi analyzer is really helpfull, show you the strength and channel of all available wifi networks in the area :)

edit sorry didnt see
[Android Apps and Games] melkenglas:
Great! Thnks!

Guys I have a HTC Desire HD with Sence!

And HTC HD2 with darkstone android Rom.

I miss only for the HTC HD2 with android (without sence) a good contacts app. Cause the one from android is not as good as sence.

Tips?
[Android Apps and Games] :
-pulse news reader (great news reader with fancy UI! didn't recognize this one before yesterday)

-Mango manga reader (for staying up-to-date in Bleach:)

-google listen (podcast ftw.)

-app2SD

-andchat (best irc app imo)

-gps status & toolbox

-handycalc calculator (completely replaced the stock calculator for me)

-google sky map (i almost never use it, but it is definitely a must have =)

-google translate

-google googles (for solving sudokus)

-cache cleaner NG

-wapedia

-imo instant messenger (not the prettiest messenger but with skype support)

-aldiko book reader (kill time, read a book)

-quadrant standard edition

-xpiano

-clocksync (for keeping my gtalk messages in the correct order)

-aura for eve online (definitely a must have for players =)

-catch notes (sometimes i need to make notes for stuff)

-imdb (checking if the movie in tv is worth watching)

-flash player

-google maps

-facebook

-twitter

-aon tv app (checking whats in tv)

-setcpu

-rootexplorer

-snesoid (for playing old good snes rpg's=)
[Android Apps and Games] Midgo:
Nice Thanks

Thanks for this its a good list, some great apps.

Also I agree with Miren > Dolphin HD
[Android Apps and Games] spazz:
XDA App

Howcome I don't see the XDA app mentioned anywhere? :p
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
I assumed everyone had it like Facebook and Twitter lol
[Android Apps and Games] MrSmileyJr:
Get extra space on Dropbox - DO THIS BEFORE YOU SIGNUP!!

http://db.tt/inKP3mv Signing up via this link gives you a bonus of 256 MB

More Bonuses:

http://www.dropbox.com/free .5 GB

http://www.dropbox.com/edu = double your bonus referrals by giving an edu address.

Total after bonuses ~ 3 GB
[Android Apps and Games] pmbellis:
Um ... not all nerds are socially inclined! :D

Seriously, first thing I get rid of ... all the "social" apps. Phone, e-mail & sms is more than enough for me! :p
[Android Apps and Games] ungaze:
+1 es file explorer

+1 smart bar (my all around system viewer, specially love way it add apps and itself to the notification tray)

+1 gtunes

wanna share

-autokiller memory optimizer (needs root, you should add a rooted section) this one is really handy specially for phones with low ram.

-desktop visualizer

-real calc

-widget locker
[Android Apps and Games] Geases:
Oh it's a nice list ;-)

It would be gerate if you can add a link for each app to the android webstore

https:/ /market.android.com/

mfg

geases
[Android Apps and Games] Herhor:
I'd also add:

- Widgetsoid (appbrain.com/app/widgetsoid2-x/com.jim2) - replaces all toggle-widgets you could ever use

- Barcode Scanner (appbrain.com/app/barcode-scanner/com.google.zxing.client.android) - no comment needed :-)

- Mobisle Notes (appbrain.com/app/mobisle-notes-to-do/mobisle.mobisleNotesADC) - beautiful todo/notes manager

- ES File Explorer (appbrain.com/app/es-file-explorer/com.estrongs.android.pop) - tried several, this one stayed

- Data counter widget (appbrain.com/app/data-counter-widget/com.roysolberg.android.datacounter) - minimalistic data counter widget

All above apps are free, no adds.

Sorry for the links format, but forum doesn't allow me to post urls before 8th post...
[Android Apps and Games] fasthair:
I'll Add Some

As mentioned above a Bar Code Scanner. In fact this was the what really got me pushed to a smart phone and the first app I installed. Also +1 on Widgetsoid

Others I use:

Notification Notes: Quick simple nice note pad without cluttering up your home screens.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/notification-notes/bleetech.notificationnote

Jorte: really nice calender replacement app

http://www.appbrain.com/app/jorte/jp.co.johospace.jorte

Poynt: Well done what's "happening" type of app. Lists for local movie, food, gas ect all via GPS. Movie times even links to the trailer, theater contact ect. Really nice app and free!

http://www.appbrain.com/app/poynt/com.poynt.android

Quick Boot: Does require root however but makes restarting the phone a snap.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/quick-boot-(reboot)/com.siriusapplications.quickboot

TuneIn Radio: 3G based radio app. You no longer need ear buds plugged in to listen to the radio. Bonus you can stream web based radio too.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/tunein-radio/tunein.player

Shazam: Even want to know what that song is that's playing? Simple quick app that listens to the song and tells you. The results bring back links to buy, watch You Tube videos and more. For me gets about 90% of what I throw at it.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/shazam/com.shazam.android

Multicon Widget: Place 4 app/widget icons in the space of 1x1 with other options for 2x1 2x2 ect. Really reduce clutter.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/multicon-widget/com.h9kdroid.multicon

SiMi Folder: Folder replacement app fully customizable that looks great. Only draw back no drag an drop function like stock Google folders.

http://www.appbrain.com/app/simi-folder-widget/com.th.android.widget.SiMiFolder

fasthair
[Android Apps and Games] chpimentelpr:
Titanium Backup is a must!!!
[Android Apps and Games] jmt.dev:
Wow this list was amazing. plus all the extra's people added. Guess i have lots of downloading to do. but hey, now i can just click from the web market and auto install :D
[Android Apps and Games] annona:
Purpose

I don't know if I can purpose to reconstruct list.

It amazing, but some apps (like speedtest) used just once.

Some people purpose paid apps (like Documents To Go).

So it will be good if apps will be marked as Free/Paid.

Also about my preferences.

Opera is my favorite browser.

By the way, why you need several browsers??

And FTP-clients??

Titanium Backup +1

Antennas and Pandora - don't work for me.

Thank you for list and all who added it.
[Android Apps and Games] tahahawa:
Is it possible to link either to AppBrain or the new browser based Market for PCs?
[Android Apps and Games] metroidnemesis13:
I think many people would find Smart Vibrator helpful. I can't feel my phone vibrate, so the app is a must.
[Android Apps and Games] Soopafly Incredible:
I'm looking for an app/widget that will let me view a folder on the homescreen.

Kind of like a shortcut to folder in windows. Anybody know of anything??

BTW, I currently have root explorer and didn't see the function in there.

Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] Darnell_Chat_TN:
XScope = Greatest Android Web Browser of All Time!
[Android Apps and Games] Salival:
Sama tranfer files is must app!!
[Android Apps and Games] brunes:
You're missing Tricorder... it can actually replace a few other apps you have listed, several others, and is much cooler.

Why have a compass app, GPS testing app, Wifi testing app, and all these others, when Tricorder does it all, and better?
[Android Apps and Games] yrvn:
Excellent list. Thank you!. There are some apps that I did not know :$
[Android Apps and Games] Kangal:
Can you cut down the Apps list into categories:

eg/

Browsers, Emulators, Games, Tools etc.

Much easier to look at it that way. Let me know if you want some help.
[Android Apps and Games] MacDegger:
Astro will do this (I think you need to set a widget as the homescreen link ... don't really remember, but I use a Astro link (app or widget) to access my pictures (DCIM) folder from my homescreen).

As for apps you need:

-FBReader. I've been using e-readers since my palmpilot IIIc. It used to be iSilo, but that doesn't read epubs, so now it'[s FBreader (better than Moon+ Reader, 'cause that one seems to constantly use the accelerometer sensor for screen edjustment, even though I don't want it to auto-rotate, which just uses extra battery).

-setcpu and Juicedefender. These are essential to get more than a day's worth of battery power out of your phone. Take the time to set up profiles for setcpu (find the thread here and copy/paste the settings) and also take the time to grok the strange JD interface. I actually use JD only for the data-off when screen-off, even though it can do a lot more.

-I also second SimiFolder ... and also kinda Circle launcher (and LauncherKey). And definitely MultiCon. These all expand your app-launching skillz.

-Ditto Spareparts and Fontchanger; your phone should run like you want it to

-Android Mate: best easy process viewer/killer; nothing fancy, just shows what runs and allows you to kill it

-ezPDFReader (best pdf reader, although it seems to eat battery... and screw Adobe!) and chmReader (god knows how I wanted a chm reader on palmOS and WM!)

-Faster Fix: if you're outside the US, allows you to get your GPS info from a server relevant to your location: makes getting GPS fixes much quicker
[Android Apps and Games] Sylar/hero:
Well I'll try to contribute.

Go launcher EX

Automatic Task Killer

Handycalc

Lookout

Advanced Task Manager

SMS Backup+

Screen Filter

NetQin Mobile Guard

QuickDesk Pro

Skyfire

SMS Popup

Astrid Tasks

Quick Settings

Would post links but I read the rules and know i'm not allowed to.

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Rooted Yea

If I have been helpful please press thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] TangoChen:
a nerd will never come to XDA..lol.. :)
[Android Apps and Games] the_hd2_cracker:
that's right...xD
[Android Apps and Games] magurski:
I'm surprised no one's mentioned an SSH client yet, like ConnectBot
[Android Apps and Games] Darnell_Chat_TN:
Yea, some form of task killer app is a staple.
[Android Apps and Games] imakul8:
I thought I was pretty much up to speed on the best apps, but NOT. I love Swipe Beta, it's so stealth and convenient. Wifi File Explorer is revolutionary for me. How could I have not know about this?... and I thought syncing with drop box was cool. The sketch pad is also great. These will remain staples in my collection. You bought me some excitement.:D

Edit: Autostarts is great also. Since I have a custom rom, alot of the work is already done for Autostarts, but I did find a few that could be disabled. DiskUsage is also nice...I use a app for Windows PC that is very similiar...Space Monger, try it. I had been tried Astro and I think Estrongs is better, but currently I use Efile. I don't think it has FTP client or whatever it's called as I don't use it. It has some nice features like dragging files to folders plus pretty interface. I think everyone should try it.
[Android Apps and Games] xriderx66:
Im surprised no one mentioned a porn app. WOW.
[Android Apps and Games] linesma:
Thanks for this list. Being new to the Android scene, I needed this kind of information.
[Android Apps and Games] noregretzzzz:
Since we're on xda, I'd have to say theft aware for locating phone and what not. Especially for root users.
[Android Apps and Games] Omnichron:
thanx mate,I've already added a few of your suggested programs and I am ecstatic!:D
[Android Apps and Games] holgalee:
Didn't realise I'm a nerd-ette (term for female nerd?) till I looked through the list. LOL. Thanks for compiling the list, and for the comments. :p
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
Yes, I'm going to add to the list soon. I'm just considering the alternatives and suggestions for the time being.
[Android Apps and Games] radamo:
Great list and thread... I would like to add some that I have found invaluable.

For those who are into photography:

DOF Calculator (great tool)

Sound Manager (coming from Blackberry, this helped me set the phone up so that at night I did not get beeps, buzzes etc... but still allowed phone to ring)

Kayak (for searching low cost flights)

Enjoy!
[Android Apps and Games] Kangal:
HAHAHAHA Lol

No every nerd here was thinking about it, they all own the paid version, and have pirated it.

It's just that no-one had the cojones to mention their one.

(Personally I don't have one, because I am the one exception in this case)
[Android Apps and Games] drcrappants:
how is it even possible to pirate apps?
[Android Apps and Games] imakul8:
Well, when I had the HD2 there was this one app...Online TVx...it had some very good porn channels...to bad not available on Android. :D I know that in Apktor that is a porn app. I never checked it out though...I'm burnt out on porn.:cool:
[Android Apps and Games] giraffe777:
SD tools for checking your SD Card info and speeds.
[Android Apps and Games] larif-fari:
i use "touchdown" for ms-exchange

-mail

-contacts

-calender

-to do list

you can use "push mail" in subfolders, realy nice
[Android Apps and Games] polishpt:
Tasker is my number one.

Titanium Backup +1
[Android Apps and Games] flyers2114:
Its not:eek:......hahahahahahahha
[Android Apps and Games] moopile:
Can anyone recommend a "Contacts" program that is as functional as the one from Windows Mobile 6.x?
[Android Apps and Games] luculuc:
Wow thanks for that!
[Android Apps and Games] Xenplex:
Thanks for the list!

Very interesting apps :) Will check them out.
[Android Apps and Games] Artificial__:
-any rss reader: great widget/rss reader

-brainwave tuner :nice tunes for fallin' asleep

-es file explorer : UI is way much better than astro!

-hourface: cool app for once upon a time

-LED light: not that screen light sjit:p

-msn talk pro: never had a problem with it.

-the shortcut to google's stock music player & photo viewer: i don't know why SE removed this, cause it's nice!

-printershare: print by wifi

-soundhound: recognizes music on a party (rlly works:D)

-rockplayer! : it rlly plays e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g

-SMS 4411: if you live in belgium, you can pay your parking ticket by this app

-Zedge: wallpapers, ringtones, everything, always

-remote for itunes: no setup recuired, just enter 4 numbers in your itunes and control itunes with your phone

:D
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
What are you looking for?
[Android Apps and Games] nupi:
Android Agenda Widget

Dialer One
[Android Apps and Games] gplock:
Full caller ID, live video WALLPAPER,youmate (downloaded u tube vids,handsent sms.

Sent from my Defy with XDA App
[Android Apps and Games] RickROM:
I tried Quick Settings . . . amazingly useful app. I will add it to the list for sure. Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] luis2k10:
Thanks for compiling this list. Ill check a few of them out.
[Android Apps and Games] maxthon:
well... Miren is a nice browser, but Maxthon is pretty good too... Plus, Maxthon comes with cloud services that allow you to sync bookmarks from mobile to desktop and vice versa.... =)
[Android Apps and Games] unnamedny:
Some additional Apps.

Autokiller memory Optimizer For rooted users only, frees your ram in no time, does not eat battery, increase phone performance and battery life

Battery Solo Widget Simple battery widget

Easy Answer Button no swiping to answer calls

Fact Book Be smart

EasyProfiles Best profile switcher app on the market, contains the most settings.

Multicon More shortcuts to home screen

No Lock Odcause

SMSreader announce caller or sms sender

Torrent.fu find torrents on your phone. send download to your PC.

Remote Desktop a MUST

Wifi Manager ...

Wolfram Alpha Be smart
[Android Apps and Games] GroovyGeek:
So what kind of a nerd are you if you leave out apps that require the ultimate nerdiness... Root, adb, etc. I am sure that someone else has already mentioned them but ROM manager, setcpu and adfree are up there in nerdy department
[Android Apps and Games] Jamichl:
Thanks

Appreciate the list. I'm happy with Quick Office- fully functonal and can use Google docs.:rolleyes::rolleyes:
[Android Apps and Games] Jamichl:
Any thoughts on tablet apps?

There are starting to be some and they generallly take better advantage of the screen
[Android Apps and Games] Jamichl:
touch down

Back to the regular apps: Touchdown for Android 2.0 is great if you literally want your corporate Outlook on Android. A little pricey, but worth it.
[Android Apps and Games] voyteck.reg:
You should check MySettings as well.

My recommended apps:

Smart shortcuts

KeePassDroid - check pc app (KeePass)

Alarm clock xtreme free

Voice recorder

MapDroyd - offline maps

ColorDict - offline dictionary

MyPhoneExplorer - check pc app

ShootMe - screenshots

AK notepad