Android App Market

Netflix

2011-05-13T22:08:00.002-05:00

Its been a long wait, but it's finally here - for a few phones at least. Although at launch it only works on
HTC's EVO 4G, G2, Incredible, and Nexus One, and Samsung's Nexus S,more phones will be supported in the "coming months".

+ Stream movies and TV
+ Works well on Wi-Fi

- No queue manager
- Limited launch compatibility

4/5

NewsRob

2010-07-11T20:53:00.003-05:00

Gets your news on the go quickly with NewsRob. An RSS/Atom newsreader, NewsRob syncs with Google Reader, making it easy to search for and view your favorite feeds. After trying several RSS apps, this one is easily my favorite.

+ Customizable
+ Sync with Google Reader
+ Free version available

5/5

ESPN ScoreCenter

2010-07-03T12:12:00.005-05:00

The best sports app finally comes to Android, and it brings a widget! With ESPN ScoreCenter you can make your own customizable scoreboard. Sort through scores and stats by sport, top games of the day, or even just your favorite teams!

+ Quick and easy to use scoreboard
+ See only the scores you want
+ Includes widget

- No swiping to change sports

5/5

Fireworks Live Wallpaper

2010-05-03T22:21:00.002-05:00

Make every day the 4th of July with this beautiful live wallpaper. You can even choose your own colors, quantity, speed, and shapes! Definitely one of the best live wallpapers out there, and it's free!

+ Totally customizable
+ Interactive - tap the screen to launch fireworks

5/5

Skyfire Browser

2010-05-03T22:05:00.004-05:00

Sick of waiting for Flash to be released for your Android phone? Now you can watch Flash videos with Skyfire Browser! Skyfire recodes the video on-the-fly to a format viewable on your phone. While it is in beta and is not compatible with all sites, Skyfire will help to hold you over until Flash is released later this year.

+ Stream Flash videos to your phone
+ Browser is fast

- Does not work on certain sites (i.e. Hulu)

4/5

Movies

2010-05-03T21:49:00.002-05:00

Movies by Flixster is a must-have app for movie lovers. Get showtimes for your local theaters, watch movie trailers, read reviews, and even integrate your Netflix and Facebook accounts!

+ Over 15,000 trailers
+ Lots of features

5/5

Nesoid

2010-05-03T21:05:00.006-05:00

Take your entire collection of Nintendo games wherever you go.. on your phone! Nesoid is a Nintendo Entertainment System Emulator that lets you play NES roms using your phone's keyboard or an on-screen controller. If you have a Droid, get the Game Gripper.

+ Runs smooth
+ Lots of features

- Control may take some getting used to on certain phones

5/5

MLB At Bat 2010

2010-04-21T15:59:00.003-05:00

Never miss a pitch with MLB At Bat 2010! Listen to live radio broadcasts for every game, check out in-game video highlights, even watch the "Gameday" pitch by pitch. Throw in news, boxscores, and standings, and you've got a must-have app for all baseball fans. The only thing missing is live video, which was supported in the iPhone version and hopefully will be coming via an update, but the ability to watch condensed versions of all games will hold me over until then.

+ Listen to home and away broadcast for every game
+ Watch highlights and condensed games

- Some users complain of losing audio connections, but most bugs have been fixed since the preseason

5/5

TuneWiki

2010-04-20T18:37:00.004-05:00

TuneWiki is a media player for android that improves on the stock Music player in many ways. With subtitled lyrics that are given line by line in sync with the song karaoke style, quick access to music videos, streaming radio, Facebook/Twitter integration, and even a widget, TuneWiki is a must-have for any music lover.

+ Real time lyrics
+ Lots of extras

5/5

1337pwn.com XBOX Live Friends List

2010-04-20T16:33:00.004-05:00

Keep track of your gaming friends with this handy app. See who's online, and even send messages! You can also have it alert you when friends sign on so you'll never miss a game!

+ Quick and easy way to see who's playing what
+ Free

- Could have more features, such as viewing achievements

4/5

Ringdroid

2010-04-14T01:12:00.002-05:00

Create ringtones easily with this handy app. Simply select the song you want to use from your library, choosethe start and end time of the desired ringtone, and you're done! Even record your own tone using your Android phone's microphone.

+ Truly customize your phone with any ringtone
+ Easy to use

5/5

DailyHoroscope

2010-04-14T00:58:00.002-05:00

Looking for a good horoscope app? Look no further than DailyHoroscope. This app lets you view daily horoscopes for any zodiac sign through a nice, easy to use interface. A widget is also included for one touch access to your horoscopes.

+ Insightful, well-written horoscopes
+ Fast

5/5

Last.fm

2010-04-13T23:05:00.001-05:00

One of the very best streaming music apps for Android, Last.fm provides users with an incredible music experience. Listen to playlists created from your favorite artists, scrobble songs played through your Android's music player, and even check out your Last.fm profile. All of this adds up to a must-have app.

+ Create stations based off your favorite musicians
+ Adds scrobbling support to Music app
+ Includes handy widget

- Occasionally will crash

5/5

HelixLauncher

2010-04-13T19:52:00.001-05:00

Not satisfied with only 3 home screens on your Motorola Droid? With HelixLauncher you can give yourself 7! It supports live wallpapers, screen rotation, and pretty much everything else you could ask for, like 4 shortcuts at the bottom of each screen iphone style.

+ Up to 7 home screens
+ Quick shortcuts for your favorite apps

5/5

Key Ring Reward Cards

2010-04-13T00:29:00.002-05:00

Leave your membership cards and keychains at home with Key Ring Reward Cards. Simply use your phone's camera to scan your Blockbuster membership card, or Best Buy Rewards card, or hundreds of other possibilities and say goodbye to all those cards in your wallet!

+ Supports over 650 retailers
+ Quick and easy scanning

- Occasionally will not scan, forcing the cashier to type the number manually

5/5

NFL Mobile

2010-04-12T23:49:00.002-05:00

Verizon and the NFL have teamed up to come out with one of the best apps of 2010. And the best part? It's free!

+ Get exclusive coverage of the draft with player profiles, mock drafts, and analysis
+ Loads of video including streaming NFL Network and Video On Demand updated daily

- Verizon users only

5/5