Droid App of the Day - a new Android app recommendation every day!

Jump Out

2013-05-20T20:14:00.000+10:00

Today's app of the day is Jump Out.

Jump Out is an excellent new android app from developer Tap TapBoom Games. Like all great mobile games, the concept is simple but the execution is flawless and Jump Out is no exception. Game play involves trying to help a variety of insects escape (or Jump Out did someone say?) from within the 4 walls of their box. Within the box are a variety of cogs, fans, traps, barricades and most importantly stars. The object is to free the insects and collect the stars in the process. This has to be achieved in a limited amount of jumps, as too many jumps will see your insect become concussed and unable to escape!

The controls are great - anyone familiar with Angry Birds will be right at home here, you simply click on an insect to launch it and a helpful 'arc' will show you the intended trajectory. Once you completed levels you are scored in the classic 1- 3 start rating system, with more levels and bonuses unlocking as the game proceeds. The difficulty levels here are perfect, with game play starting off easy, but with the difficulty and new concepts gradually being incorporated and increased.

With 140 levels, 30 achievements and 30 bonus levels, there is plenty of content within Jump Out and the price is perfect (FREE!). This is the quintessential mobile game in many aspects, featuring cute characters, fantastic physics based game play, crisp graphics and an excellent soundtrack.

All in all, an excellent android application well worth a play - I would not be surprised to see this make its way to the top of the casual gaming charts!

In the words of the developer:

They are captured within 4 walls! Their only hope is the cap they are holding onto, as if trying to catch a straw in a hurricane! Surrounded by cunning traps, they look ahead and see… the exit. These bugs have nothing to fear; they always look dangers in the face and keep on crying Jump Out!

- Simple, intuitive controls!
- Cool physics-based gameplay!
- Perfect graphics!
- Stunning soundtrack and authentic voice-over!
- Wide variety of characters with unique abilities and skills!
- 140 levels!
- 30 achievements to unlock 30 additional bonus levels!

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Jump Out

Price: Free

Contactive - Free Caller ID

2013-05-19T16:11:00.004+10:00

Today's app of the day is Contactive.

With the wealth of apps, games and functions available on modern smartphones, it is often the core feature of a phone (making and receiving calls) that goes overlooked by developers. In that, I mean that the actual keypad, address books and dial screens are often dull, difficult to navigate / use and do not utilize the full power of a modern android device.

Contactive is an attempt to change this, with a fresh take on the phone book (contact list), dial pad and incoming / outgoing call screens (amongst other things). At the heart of this application is the integration of social networks into your calling experience, allowing you to very easily browse a snapshot of a person, such as their last locations and updates, either as you have an incoming call or as you are browsing the address book.

Not only can this save you at times when you get a call and have a mental blank about who is getting in touch, but is also a great way of screening calls from unknown sources. If you get a call from a number outside of your phone book, Contactive will search for the number of the caller, and display you information about who is ringing (all whilst the call is incoming).

These features are just the tip of the iceberg. Other functions include the ability to sort your contacts into lists (or let Contactive do it 'out of the box') based on your social networks browse through snapshots of friends social media updates and birthdays, or simply make calls. The user interface is fantastic, with crisp, clean colors and sharp lines. The app is also FAST! I have tried other contact apps in the past and they can often take a few seconds to load a large list of contacts. Contactive is instance, which immediately makes it a hot choice for me.

At the end of the day, if you are frustrated with the lack of functionality of the stock android calling apps, or underwhelmed by HTC or Samsung skins, then check out Contactive. It is feature packed, looks great and is a worthy install on any device!

In the words of the developer:

Contactive unites the functionality of your address book with the knowledge of the Internet. It collects information from your social media networks, publicly available sources, and Contactive’s Global Directory to show who’s calling before you even answer the call.

▶ Identify hundreds of millions of unknown callers before picking up the call.
▶ Unify contact information from your social media networks for an address book that is updated in real-time.
▶ Always have something to talk about. Get a cheat sheet of your contacts’ latest updates in the moment that matters.
▶ Our growing list of sources include: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Gmail, Yelp, Google Places, White/Yellow Pages, and Contactive’s Global Directory

Contactive is based out of SoHo, New York City and is subsidiary of SingTel’s Digital L!fe Group. We are a small team of big brains made up of brilliant designers, marketing folk, and engineers who specialize in machine learning. Together, we’re working to replace phone numbers with meaningful pieces of our lives and to shape the future of mobile communications.

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Contactive

Price: Free

Watson

2013-05-16T11:14:00.003+10:00

Today's app of the day is Watson.

If you live a life that finds you timing lots of different things, that Watson is the ultimate stopwatch and timer application currently available in the Google Play store. Whether it be in the kitchen, the gym, on an athletics oval, or even for work purposes, there are plenty of reasons to not only record the amount of time it takes to achieve tasks, but then to be able to easily retrieve those times as a comparable record.

Watson allows all this and more, making it the most feature packed timing app available. The first thing you will notice upon loading the application is the fantastic user interface. Watson consists of multiple tabs that you can use to break all your timings into different catagories. Under each category you can have an endless number of timers running. It looks great, is easy to navigate, and is simple to set up.

Timers can be stopped and started without affecting anything else under the different tabs, and even when the application is turned off the timers can continue to operate (without the use of an android service, so there is no battery drain!).

Finally, for those of us who are meticulous record keepers, previous timings can be exported to WhenDidI, allowing you to keep a permanent record of your activity. Check out the screenshots below and you will get an idea of some of the many uses of Watson. All in all, an excellent android app!

In the words of the developer:

Watson is a multiple stopwatch and timer application using an intuitive page view layout. Each page can represent a different category, e.g. cooking, exercise, work, games.

There is no limit to number of pages you can have, and you can place multiple stopwatches or timers per page. You can start, stop each stopwatch or timer individually, or all at the same time. Each stopwatch or timer can be easily identified as you can set a unique title for each one. Stopwatches and timers are stored in a database, so you can exit the application, even reboot your phone or tablet they will still be running when you start the app again. The application does not use a service, so there no battery drain when the application is not in view. You can also publish you stopwatch times to the whendidi application, letting you gather a history of your timings, and making it easy to track your progress. Note this application is ad-supported, which can be removed by purchasing the WatsonKey.

** Feature List **Multiple pagesMultiple stopwatches per pageMultiple timers per pageStopwatches and timers are backed up to a database, so they will survive a rebootSet the title to each stopwatch or timer for easy identificationStart all stopwatches or timers at the same timeReset all stopwatches or timers at the same timePause all stopwatches or timers at the same timePublish your stopwatch times to the whendidi applicationOptionally start/stop using volume controlsOptional tenths of a second.** Permissions **Network Communication - for google adsHardware Control - to allow stopping and starting using volume control (configurable)System tools - to reinstate timer notification after a reboot

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Watson

Price: Free

Taste Filter

2013-05-13T07:46:00.001+10:00

Today's app of the day is Taste Filter.

There are a variety of music streaming applications available on Google Play these days, whether it be Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, or a massive array of offerings from global mega-corporations to small start-ups. They all seem to vary in the size of their music collection, the quality of their streaming and the interfaces of their apps. With all these options available to listen to music, what is often missing is a way of determine "what" music to actually listen to. Other offerings provide some support for this with 'radio' stations based on an artist, but none truly generate listening suggestions off more than what I would call, 'a hunch'.

This is where Taste Filter steps in, taking the process of music discovery and updating it to the era of streaming music, tablets and smart phones. The concept is simple - all a user needs to do is start up the application and then search for an artist or song they like. Taste Filter then displays a fantastic looking 'web' of similar artists or bands, and how they are connected (predominantly through style of music).

If a user likes the song they can drag it to the right of the screen, if they do not like it the song can be dragged to a trash can on the left side of the screen. Users can listen to songs (extracts at the moment, but this will be upgraded to full songs in due course) and based on this they will receive more 'linked' recommendations.The real benefit for users will be able to go back at a future point in time and see a list of all the songs or artists they like - making it a great platform from which to base future listening or purchasing options.

The app is only undergoing a limited beta test at the moment, but it already looks fantastic and runs smoothly. Loading times are quick, streaming quality is great and the overall look and feel of the app is very polished. If you love your music, you would be crazy not to check out Taste Filter - all in all an excellent android application.

In the words of the developer:

TASTE FILTER FOR TABLET IS IN BETA, ONLY 500 DOWNLOADS AVAILABLE, after that, we’ll close the page in order to improve the app. Hurry up, be the first to enjoy the Taste Filter experience, download the app and give us all the feedback you want.

Introducing Taste Filter for tablets :

What if you could navigate the vast musical universe by swiping your fingertip across
a screen? What if you could discover new artists and rediscover old favs in the time it takes to
say, “boy, I’d really like to discover some new artists and rediscover some old favs”? What if you
could create killer playlists like they’re going out of style?

Well, now you can.

To get started, all you have to do is enter an artist or music genre. Then Taste Filter springs into
action, delving into a database that includes thousands of musicians and millions of songs to
instantly suggest similar music that you may enjoy.

Where you go from there is entirely up to you. If you like one of the recommendations,
TasteFilter updates with other artists and genres that are in the same realm. If you don’t,
TasteFilter stops recommending that style of music and proposes something else.

Before you know it, you’ll have discovered more music than you ever thought possible.

It’s that simple.

Taste Filter at a glance:
It’s intuitive. Navigate with ease and without interruption
It’s intelligent. The more you use the app, the more it understands your tastes
It’s easy to get started. Just enter an artist and away you go
It’s prolific: Every swipe brings new musical options
It’s lightning fast. Discover new music in minutes
It’s organized: Keep all your selected favourites in one spot
It’s fun. Good luck putting the app down

And soon you’ll be able to:
Share your discoveries with friends
Create your own user profile
Learn new ways to begin a search
Get full songs

Your feedback are essentials, don’t hesitate to talk with us :

Email us feedback@tastefilter.com
Like us http://www.facebook.com/tastefilter
Follow us https://twitter.com/tastefilter

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Taste Filter

Price: Free

Car Dashroid (Car Dashboard)

2013-05-12T08:35:00.000+10:00

Today's app of the day is Car Dashroid (Car Dashboard).

These days, most people use their phones for all manner of purposes, including as a GPS when commuting. Although it is great to have this functionality, most phones can be difficult to navigate and use whilst driving safely.

Of course, voice control has gone some way to solve this problem, but at the end of the day nothing is faster than simply typing or tapping what you want to achieve. To solve this problem, developer Nezdroid Apps has released Car Dashroid.

Put your phone in a dock (if you have one available), or just perch it in a convenient place and Car Dashroid will quickly convert your phone into the most feature packed GPS unit available. If you look at the scree shots below you will see what I mean – with large icons, easy to touch dialers, quick access to your favourite apps and Music collections, the weather, etc – all the most common functions you use on your device whilst driving will be easily ‘in reach.

With the ability to customise certain screens, a speedometer, shortcut slots to 16 apps and much more – there is no reason not to download Car Dashroid. All in all, an excellent app.

In the words of the developer:

Car Dashdroid has all the features you need to make your drive even easier. You can use Smart Dial to quickly find and call your contacts, can search and view contact information, and can browse through groups with ease.
and groups in a fancy way, you can view contact info Search contacts and add Shortcuts of apps. You can set the Music App and Navigation App for easy launch. The Best Car Dashboard for you car out there.

With 16 slots on the dashboard, you can access up to 16 of your favorite apps with just a touch.
On the main screen, you'll find four Quick Access shortcuts, which you can customize to open your preferred music and navigation apps. You can enable a speedometer to view your GPS-indicated speed, and can keep an eye on the weather outside (Yahoo! Weather).
You can even enable Car Dashdroid to launch automatically when you dock it with a supported car accessory! Only some accessories are supported right now, but I'm working to grow the list. if you have any doubt,let me know before leave bad review to fix the problem. Any issue or feature request send me an email to n3zdroid@gmail.com

Permission explained:
"android.permission.CALL_PHONE" -- Used in smart dial to call contacts
"android.permission.READ_CONTACTS" -- used to list all contacts in thge app
"android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG" --used to help last called contacts in dialer (WIP)
"android.permission.VIBRATE" Vibration on DIaler
"android.permission.INTERNET" --used by weather and ads
"android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN" --know state of BT for bottom "status bar"
"android.permission.BLUETOOTH" -- Enable bluetooth in settings
"android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION" -- used by speedometer
"android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION" -- used by speedometer
"android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE" -- know state of phone state for bottom "status bar"
"android.permission.BATTERY_STATS" --know state of battery for bottom "status bar"
"android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" --Save cache of contacts picture on SdCard
"android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS" --change "deafault" screen time when the app its running, returns to original when the app its closed
"android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE" --know state of Wifi for bottom "status bar"

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Car Dashroid (Car Dashboard)

Price: Free

King Fighter 4 - the final of the king fighter series

2013-05-11T08:07:00.000+10:00

Today's app of the day is King Fighter 4.

King Fighter 4 is an arcade & action game published by LongLife Apps. I have played King Fighter 1, 2 and 3 before, but I don’t remember which developer they belong to. It seems that it is not LongLife Apps that published them. But it doesn’t matter. What really matters is that I love this game and it is really fantastic!

King Fighter 4 is the newest one of the king fighter series, and I think it could be the last and best one. And of course, it may not, either.

At the very beginning when you start this game, you will be attracted by its marvelous pictures and game scenes. It is a classic Role-playing game and also it is arcade & action game. There is a huge story behind the game, which is about 2 people, one is the Assassin of the Dark and the other is Saint Girl of Light. There are conspiracies between them, and their fates are united to each other, and their fates are incredibly miserable.

The graphics of this game is wonderful. There are many fabulous opened game scenes, different maps of strange style for players to explore, and beautiful characters, even the monsters and beats in the game are not ugly but lovely.

It is a little like Devil May Cry. But of course it is not being better than Devil May Cry.

I am enjoying playing it. And it is really worth your free time playing. If you are a fan of arcade or action games, you will absolutely love it!

In the words of the developer:

The Best Sequel of King Fighter is coming!
The TOP Action & Fighting Game in the world!
More amazing graphics than King Fighter Ⅲ & Ultra Clear Images! ! !
The biggest game scale in game history! ! ! Fighting System full of sense of urgency! ! !
You will get the greatest pleasure from King Fighter Ⅳ! ! !
Luxuriant Quests System! ! !
This is the true fighting with challenge nature! ! !
Take your courage to fight against more stronger enemies! ! !

King Fighter IV is a classical Role-playing fighting game. The game tells the story of the Assassin in Dark Conclave and Saint Light. There’re many conspiracies between them, and their fates are so miserable.
Huge background story! Delicate characterization! Perfectly coherent game content!

Game Features
★ Cartoon Screen Style with explosive power and fighting sense.
★ Brilliant opened game scenes and many game maps.
★ Multiple weapons!
★ Stunning skills and combos! Different combinations with different weapons!
★ Various enemies from all around the world and Bosses with different styles!
★ Easy, smooth control.

Don’t you feel your blood boiled? Take action and play King Fighter IV now!

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KING FIGHTER IV

Price: Free

Audio Mode Switcher

2013-05-10T07:59:00.001+10:00

Today's app of the Day is Audio Mode Switcher.

I am sure it has happened to almost everyone - you are in an important meeting, or even just sitting at your desk, and suddenly your phone starts ringing obnoxiously loud. Sure, it is an easy problem to fix - you simply put your phone on silent - but at the end of the day, even the easiest of solutions can more than often, be overlooked by the average person.

That is where an app such as Audio Mode Switcher comes into play, automating the audio modes of your phone so you are never caught out again. There are a number of ways in which you can achieve this. The first is a simply recurring mode, in which specific times can be set for your phone to have various audio settings. I found this to be the most simplistic, and probably the most useful, because unfortunately, we can pretty reliably guess during what hours we will be at work almost every day of our life.

Other great features include the calendar mode (which looks in your calendar and automatically changes your tones based on the event) and location mode, which determines where you are located and changes your tones accordingly. This is a great feature for those who really want to have complete automation but may have a job that sees them in and out of the office at great frequency.

On top of being feature packed, this app looks great, taking advantage of the notification panel to update on changed audio modes, and having a clean, fast and intuitive user interface. All in all, an excellent android app!

In the words of the developer:

** "An excellent app" - Editor's Choice from DroidAppOfTheDay.com
Tired of your phone ringing in the middle of the night? I’m sure you know the situation when your phone rings out loud when staying in a quiet place (e.g. classroom, office,...), because you have forgotten to mute your phone.
Have you ever missed important calls because you have forgotten to un-mute your mobile phone? You need Audio Mode Switcher!Just define when the audio mode of your phone should be loud, vibrate or silent . Then, the app will do the rest for you.Audio Mode was designed to be easy to use and is absolutely free!Switch to loud, vibrate or silent mode according to:
- weekly recurring times,
- calendar events or
- your current location
* Weekly recurring times
This feature is very simple: you can define multiple times and the according ringer mode. This switching-times are scheduled weekly. For example you can define different times for weekends etc. * Calendar based
You can automatically switch the audio mode of your phone during events defined in your phones calendar. Use it to mute you phone during movies, dates, meetings etc. and then unmuting the phone when the meeting ends.
You select the events with simple filters (keywords in the event title and/or a specific calendar) and choose the audio mode that should be set during these events.* Location based
The easiest solution is to switch your ringer mode according to your current location. For example you switch to vibrate mode if you are at your working place and to loud mode if you are at home.
Audio Mode switcher uses phone masts and GPS to determine your location. However if you want to save battery it also works fine without enabled GPS (Note: In ural areas GPS is not necessary. If you don’t live in a populated area GPS is recommended to achieve a higher accuracy)Overall, Audio Mode Switcher is a useful and nice app for automatically silencing your phone. It will by greatly appreciated by classmates, working colleagues and anyone else who doesn’t want to hear your phone!** Find FAQs at www.moleapps.com ** ** Why all the permissions?
- Your Location: for location-based switching
- Your personal Information: to read calendar entries for calendar-based switching
- Network communication: for Google Maps
- Storage: to store the profiles
- System tools: for changing the volume in stand-by mode
- Network communication: to establish voluntary donations
- Your accounts: to read the calendars
- System tools: to reconfigure your profiles after a device restart
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Examples of how Audio Mode Switcher can ease your everyday life:
* Sleep well the whole night without interruption
* Never again forget to unmute your phone in the morning – be reachable!
* Prevent troubles with teachers, because your phone rings
* Do not forget to mute your phone during university lectures
* Never again be disturbed by your phone during important meetings
* Enjoy cinema movies without embarrassing other visitors with your annoying ringing phone
* Make a good impression at your working place due to your silent phone
* Do not miss a call just because you have forgotten to switch to loud profile
* Care about more important things in life than permanently switching the audio profiles of your Android phone
* Do not annoy your friends and family by unintentional ignoring their phone calls
* Never be again in the situation that you write an exam and your phone disturbs you from concentration
* Enjoy a few silent hours every day – without being disturbed from technology
* ...

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Audio Mode Switcher

Price: Free

Fashion hub - stay in fashion

2013-05-06T06:41:00.002+10:00

Today's app of the day is Fashion Hub

Fashion Hub is your best source to stay up to date with all the latest fashion news and gossip. In short, Fashion hub will help you stay "in fashion".

Featuring an intuitive layout, Fashion Hub allows users to:

- in articles - Browse and read a handpicked selection of fashion articles from the best online sources
- in pictures - Browse and view a daily updated selection of the best fashion photography
- in podcast - Listen / watch daily podcasts on a variety of fashion topics
- in tweets - interact and stay connected to the movers and shakers of the fashion world through twitter
- in words - view a handpicked list of the top 50 fashion sites on the net
- in video - watch FashionTV directly from your android device with no need to install additional software
- in music - turn your phone into a sound system for your very own fashion show, with 3 live streaming fashion based radio station
- in blogs - quick access to the best fashion blogs around

In addition, the application is 100% free, includes APP2SD support and will run on both phones and tablets and in landscape and portrait mode. It is small, fast and convenient and includes an all new holo based look.

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Fashion Hub

PRICE: Free

Friend in Palm (Assistant FIP)

2013-05-05T12:11:00.001+10:00

Today's app of the day is Friend in Palm (Assistant FIP).

Since the popularisation of Siri on the iPhone 4 (and on-wards), virtual assistants have become an ever-increasing part of our smart-phone use. This trend was only increased with the advent of Google Now, which took the virtual assistant 'concept' and integrated it with Google Search. Of course, these two options from the smartphone juggernauts are great pieces of software, but other than the odd quirky response to questions such as "what is the meaning of life" - the actual assistants themselves are void of personality. In my opinion, this is a great shame. Why not inject a bit of 'life' into our virtual assistants?

In my opinion, this is where Assistant FIP shines, taking the concept of a virtual assistant but improving on it through one simple thing - personality! Now it may sound strange, but the concept of Assistant FIP is not to simply have your virtual assistant to respond meaninglessly to your commands, but actually to sense and reply with true emotions, to give you the off wink, and ultimately to become a friend in your palm.

Of course, this is all quite ambitious, and I doubt that many of us would truly develop a new BFF by using Assistant FIP, but the concept is still valid and if nothing else, adds a bit of fun to what it otherwise the quite lifeless landscape of virtual assistants.

In terms of functionality, Assistant FIP ticks all the correct bases, with weather, stock, navigation, calculation diary management, contact, music management and messaging. One feature which I found to be particularly innovative (and from what I am are, rather unique) was the ability for the assistant to read you the news. With a large selection of categories to choose from, this would be perfect for those who want to stay up to date but are busy riding, driving, exercising, etc.

What was also great was the ability to upload another face as my assistant, and to chose from a wide array of voices. Want your favorite US, UK or Australian actors or actresses to hang out in your pocket and help you every day? That is now no worries at all and will surely get your friends to take notice! In fact, in terms of customization, this is one of the most comprehensive assistant apps I have come across.

All in all, this is an excellent Android app, worthy of being a friend in anoyone's palm!

In the words of the Developer:

FIP App is a blend of virtual friend and artificial intelligence. It uses natural language technology of ispeech to help you perform a multitude of tasks ranging from text messages to transforming photos into a virtual communication tool. FIP uses the state of the art voice recognition technology of Google which gives the user a hands free experience to perform various tasks and integrates it with technology to animate a photo to reflect any action the user expects it to perform.
This is the first app in the android market, which offers this interesting new feature of virtualizing any individual you like and animating the facial features to reflect your command. The most exciting feature of this app is that it is available in a range of accents, from Australian to US English.

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Friend in Palm (Assistant FIP)

Price: $4.47 USD

AudioZest 3D Music Player

2013-05-04T13:36:00.002+10:00

Today's app of the day is AudioZest 3D Music Player

AudioZest 3D Music Player is a fantastic new option for those who like to listen to music on their Android device (which is pretty much everyone right?) Now, there are plenty of music players available on Google Play, so to stand out in the crowded market place an app needs something that sets it apart from the competition. For AudioZest, that killer function is the equalizer.

Most music apps feature some basic configurations (or none at all) when it comes to equalization but AudioZest really pulls the music out of your headphones and manipulates them in such a way that breathes a whole new set of life into them. They really come alive. This is most apparent simply by tapping the "3D" and the "Equalizer" buttons on and off at the top right hand corner of the screen. The differences are apparent immediately. Once you have listened to a few songs with these modes enabled it is really had to go back to a standard music player, as the songs feel devoid of life in comparison!

The 3D mode is particularly cool, as it allows the listener to drag a virtual speakers around a 3D room. The difference in sound it makes is really impressive, with it possible to make it sound like the speakers are directly in front of you, behind, spread out evenly etc. Hows the developers have managed to make this possible from a simple set of headphone speakers is beyond me.

These features aside, AudioZest is a fully fledged music player, with the capability to browse your collection in a variety of manners, make playlists, pause, fast forward, repeat, shuffle, etc. The interface is clean and the app runs incredibly smoothly. All in all, this is strongly recommended for almost all Android users - an excellent app!

In the words of the Developer:

3D Sound and the coolest Equalizer of any app.

Music is made for listening. Most music is made for listening with speakers. We used to put speakers at least a little bit away from us, in front of us, where a performer would be. When we listen to music with headphones the music still comes from between the speakers - but between headphone speakers is inside your head! AudioZest grabs the music and pulls it out of your head. We put the sound back where the artist intended it, where studio monitors or speakers should be, outside your head.

How do we do this? AudioZest is the showcase app for the AudioCauldron Headphone Engine, a sound processor that has the same effect on sound as speakers, air, and your ears, thus making the sound seem like it comes from speakers. Take any music from your music library on your device and make it sound like you are enjoying your music in your home theater. This works for every piece of stereo music in your library, it does not require special recordings. In fact, we are removing the changes that occurred when the music is enjoyed with headphones instead of studio monitors.

The 3D settings screen allows you to adjust where the virtual speakers are in a virtual room all around you. Start with the speakers 30 degrees left and right of center in the standard surround sound configuration. Pull the speakers in from the standard 30 degrees used for music to 22.5 degrees used for movies at cinema. You can place the speaker at any angle, even behind you. Plus, the sound is not limited to a disc. Move the speakers around you and place the sound anywhere in a 3D hemisphere, including overhead speakers. Place the sound directly over your head for a Voice of God effect. The 3D Icon is also an on/off button that allows you to turn the effect on and off for an A/B test.

All of the usual media player features are supported, including sorting by Artist, Title, Genre, and Playlist. Use a long tap (hold down) an item to choose to play it immediately or add it to the queue. Go the the Playback menu to remove songs from the queue or empty the queue. This app is also a demonstration for Bit Cauldron's AudioCauldron Engines, which are available for incorporation into other software, products, and apps.

Discover your music library again with the AudioZest 3D Sound Player.

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AudioZest 3D Music Player

Price $4.99 USD

Coupon Hub and Dating Hub

2013-05-01T07:11:00.003+10:00

Today's apps of the day are Coupon Hub and Dating Hub.

Coupon Hub

Coupon Hub is your one stop shop to get the best shopping deals and bargains online.

Coupon Hub allows you to check out the best deals across the top coupon networks online, all from the convenience of a single app.

Deal sites currently supported include:

- Groupon
- Living Social
- RetailMeNot
- Coupons
- SlickDeals
- SmartSource
- FatWallet
- DealFInd
- CouponCabin
- EverSave
- eBates
- GiltCIty
- CoolSavings

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Price: Free

Dating Hub

Dating Hub provides you quick and easy access to the 15 most popular dating services available online. Regardless of what dating service you need to find love and romance online, Dating Hub will have you covered.

Networks currently supported include:

- Plenty of Fish
- Match.com
- Zoosk
- eHarmony
- SinglesNet
- Kiss.com
- OkCupid
- True
- Christian Mingle
- Cupid
- Date Hookup
- Chemistry
- Friend Finder
- Date.com
- JDate
- LavaLife

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Price: Free

Find This Movie

2013-04-28T13:44:00.002+10:00

Today's app of the day is Find This Movie.

Find This Movie is a great app that will surely appeal to movie buffs out there. It is intended to quickly allow users to get access to information on their favourite movies from IMDB and TMDB (The Movie Data Base).

It can be used in two ways - the first method involves simply opening the app and typing in a movie name. The app will then show a list of search results with direct links to THMB and IMDB. IMDB can be linked directly to the IMDB app or website, allowing great integration with your existing Android apps.

The second use is convenient when browsing the net on your phone, particularly when the names of movies online do not link to IMDB. Users can simply highlight the name of the movie, share it to the "Find This Movie" and within seconds you will have convenient links to IMDB and TMDB.

This app is quick, looks good, has great functionality and takes up very little memory. It also includes a search history (which can be surprisingly useful). All in all, an excellent Android app!

In the words of the developer:

Select text for instant movie search results!

Do you find it annoying to read movie reviews, blogs, schedules etc. that do not provide a link to a movie database like TMDB or IMDB?

With Find This Movie you simply paint the movie name and launch a movie search with just a few taps!

Getting Started:

1. Install "Find This Movie"
2. Select text in almost any app (e.g. web browser).
3. Tap "Share".
4. Tap "Find This Movie".
5. Search results appear!

Find This Movie contains also these great features:

- TMDB score is displayed if available
- Direct links to TMDB and IMDB
- Manual search
- Search history (can be refreshed and erased)

Notes

- The search engine and data is provided by themoviedb.org.
- Text share feature is required to share text from an app. Many apps have it, but some don't. You can still use the manual search, however.
- IMDb links are available for most but not all titles.

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Find This Movie

Price: $0.99

Lekiosk - Free Magazine Promotion!

2013-04-26T08:04:00.000+10:00

A number of weeks ago I posted a review of a great new Android magazine app called Lekiosk.

I am, re-posting that review today, but for good reason! The team behind Lekiosk have kindly offered Droid App of the Day readers a free magazine, which in my opinion, is a great way to kick off an experience with a new app. It could not be simpler:

Downlod Lekiosk on your device and register an account.
Click HERE
Enter the following code:UKK3LHW6

This will give you one free credit in Lekiosk, which equals, one free magazine!The code is valid until 30 April 2013 so download Lekiosk now, get your free credit and start reading!

The original post is below....

Today's app of the day is Lekiosk - Newsstand Magazine.

There are plenty of ways to read on your Android and iOS devices these days. Whether it be through apps such as Flipboard or Feedly, through 'store it later' apps such as Pocket or Instapaper, or simply by browsing the web. However, no such reading experience on a tablet can quite match the experience of picking up a magazine and physically browsing through the pages.

It's not just the act of reading that is better with magazines, but also the quality of the journalism, which unfortunately is missing from a lot of the news and entertainment sources that are often read online. The depth and quality of articles just often isn't there.

A lengthy intro I know, but the point is to introduce a fantastic new Android and iOS app that is trying to bridge that gap between physical and digitial reading experiences through the creation of a virtual newsstand. That app is Lekiosk, and thus far it has proved to be one of the best reading experiences I have had on my Android device (and my wife loves it on her iPad if anyone was in doubt about the porting between the two platforms).

What immediately separates Lekiosk apart from the competition is the manner in which magazines are actually browsed, previewed and eventually downloaded. The browsing part is particularly impressive. Although a standard text /grid based library can be used, the read star is the 3D virtual kiosk which can easily be browsed with the flick of a finger. The animations are fantastic and it really is the closest you will get to browsing through an actual store on your tablet. Trust me, it will impress even the harshest cynic immediately.

Once a magazine has been chosen it can be previewed for free, or downloaded in full. The prices here will really blow you away, and Lekiosk offers packs of magazines, for example 10 for 10 pounds, which will be impossible to beat in any physical store. The range is also fantastic, featuring everything from womens interests, techs, home and gardens, sport, science, etc. The list goes on (check out the second screen shot below)!

Once a magazine is downloaded (and this is managed in a nice graphical library), the actual reading kicks in. Pages flick realistically, and the quality of the magazines themselves are high, showing up crisply on the HD displays of most new tablets. Zooming is easily achieved through multi-touch pinch and zoom, or simply by double tapping. I went as far as installing this on my phone, and even with the smaller screen I still found the interface quite easy to manage.

All in all, this is an excellent Android application (and iOS application), and one that I know I will spending a lot of time with over the coming months. The range is fantastic, the price is right and the overall build quality is flawless. Check it out!

In the words of the developer:

Welcome to the first realtime 3D newsstand in the World!

Get more than 90 UK titles, 100 in Italy and 600+ in France at your fingertips at an outstanding discounted price thanks to our exclusive £9.99 10-mag plan! And we are working hard to add more titles, so stay tuned!

You can read at no charge an extract prior to purchase any magazine. If you like it, tap once and you get it! That's this simple and that's universal: all the mags you purchases can be read anywhere, anytime: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Web and more!

With the phone version, you get a chance to read the latest gossips about your preferred people and get ready to shine at the coffee machine…

Main features are as follows:
— 3D customizable newsstand and 2D interactive mosaic: browse among hundreds of magazine in a snap;
— awesome discounted price: up to 70% rebatte when compared to paperback magazines!;
— in-app purchase: pay to Apple, no need to disclose you credit card information;
— on-the-fly reading: no need to wait for the entire magazine is being downloaded, read as it streams;
— offline reading: once downloaded, you don't need live internet connection to read your magazines;
— digital library: access to you mags anywhere, anytime, no matter the number of mag your library holds;
— unlimited magazine storage: what your puchase remains available 24/7;
— back issues: are available forever;
— 10-mag monthly plan: every month, read 10 UK mags for £9.99, only. You suscription can be cancelled anytime before iTunes automatically renew it every month.

With lekiosk, never miss any bits of news, ever!

Find Country File, Focus, Gardeners' World, Gardens Illustrated, History, Homes & Antiques, Junior, Knowledge, Olive, Practical Parenting & Pragnency, Sky at Night, Who do you think you are, Music, Wildlife, You & Your Wedding, Top Gear, Lonely Planet, Easy Cook, Good Food, Brides, Easy Living, Glamour, GQ, House & Garden, Tatler, CN Traveller, Vogue, Wired, The World of Interior, Auto Express, Auto Express Special, Bizarre, Computer Shopper, Custom PC, Digital SLR Photography, Evo, Fortean Times, Health & Fitness, Land Rover, Mac User, Men's Fitness, Micro Mart, Octane, PC Pro, Poker Player, The Week, Viz, Web User, Women's Fitness and much more… (Note: the list is subject to change. Check magazines availability from the application).

Never read a magazine could be so simple. Our revolutionary 3D newsstand makes it that easy to pick and read! Roll among categories, and tap on a cover..

Purchase your mag in one tap and find it downloaded in your library, no need to wait to read with our exclusive streaming technology.

Plan a trip? Download the magazines you want before leaving, and read offline with no internet connection.

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Lekiosk - Newsstand Magazine

Price: Free

Jetpack Jinx

2013-04-22T06:52:00.000+10:00

Today's app of the day is Jetpack Jinx

Jetpack Jinx is a fantastic android game that takes the concept of the 'endless jumper' popularised by Doodle Jump and improves wherever possible. In Jetpack Jinx, players take on the task of getting Jetpack Jinx back into space, by launching him forever upwards through crystals/stars, power-ups and an outrageous array of obstacles and monsters.

Play starts by being launched out of what looks like a venus fly trap, insider a cave. Instead of having to jump off platforms to continue the journey into space, Jinx will continue flying so long as you tilt the device and cause him to ride over what appear to be gems / stars / crystals. These essentially keep his Jetpack burning.

The tilt controls are fantastic with just the right degree of sensitivity, and I really like the way that you can miss a few gems and still continue the upwards journey. It ads a far greater sense of fun then is often experienced in these forms of games. Whilst moving, Jinx can ride over power-ups and points boosters, which are a great way to get into space quicker! Also, once you run out of juice, you normally have a few seconds of backwards free fall to hit another gem or bounce off the back of an obstacle. When this sort of move is pulled off it is very rewarding - essentially feels like a second chance!

All the way from the bottom of the cave into the depths of space, Jetpack Jinx is a very rewarding game, with quirky graphics, excellent sound and simple controls making it perfect for mobile gaming. The developers have also nailed the free-to-play ratio, with purchased power-ups never forced on the player. In fact, you could quite happily play this game for days and never feel pressured or required to fork out real dollars.

At the end of the day, this is a fantastic, free Android game, well worth downloading and giving a try. I know I will be keeping it installed on my device!

In the words of the developer:

FLY as high as you can!
DODGE enemies and obstacles!
SCORE gems and power ups!

"Jetpack Jinx is a remarkably well-made, clever twist on a familiar genre" GGS Gamer

Help Jetpack Jinx fly back to space! Strap on your jetpack, blast off and make your way through insanely addictive levels of pure fun in the awesome new game from Bubble Gum Interactive.

✔ Play for FREE!
✔ Epic Levels of Insane Fun!
✔ Outrageous Obstacles!
✔ Wicked Upgrades and Super Sidekicks!
✔ Awesome Power Ups!
✔ Unlock Achievements and rewards!

"Try this totally addictive tilt & jump game!" AndroidTapp.com

READY FOR ADVENTURE? Jetpack Jinx is easy-to-play but hard-to-master. Have you got what it takes to help Jinx soar back into Orbit?

PLAY FOR FREE!

Follow Jetpack Jinx on Twitter
http://twitter.com/JetpackJinx

Get to know Jetpack Jinx on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/JetpackJinx

Meet the team from Bubble Gum Interactive
http://www.bubbleguminteractive.com

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Jetpack Jinx

Price: Free

Str8ts

2013-04-21T09:45:00.002+10:00

Today's app of the day is Str8ts.

If you are a fan of Suduko or other logic based puzzle games, then Str8ts is well worth checking out. However, if you are reading this and thinking "Suduko - meh - been there done that" then don't judge too soon, because the similarities between between the two games are greater than their differences. The outcome is a fantastic logic based puzzle game that stands up on its own two feet against the best in field, well worth checking out. With St8ts now making it's way to the Android platform, there has never been a better time to grab your phone and give your brain a work out.

Developed in 2008, the game derives its name from the poker straight, with the straight being a fundamental element of gameplay. Quoting from Wikipedia:

The solver is given a 9x9 grid, partially divided by black cells into compartments. Each compartment, vertically or horizontally, must contain a straight - a set of consecutive numbers, but in any order. For example: 7, 6, 4, 5 is valid, but 1, 3, 8, 7 is not.

Like sudoku, the solver must fill the remaining white cells with numbers 1 to 9 (or 1 to n in puzzles with N cells per side) such that each row and column contains unique digits. Whereas Sudoku has the additional constraint of 3x3 boxes, in Str8ts rows and columns are divided by additional clues are set in some of the black cells - these numbers remove that digit as an option in the row and column. Such digits do not form part of any straight.

In terms of execution, Str8ts is superb. The menus are simple and intuitive, the controls are straight-forward and take only seconds to learn, and the graphics (such as the numbered shells) look crisp and perfectly contrasted. For those who are put off by the learning curve on puzzle games, don't fear. Str8ts features both a great "Rules" menu which explains the rules through text and images. If that isn't enough there is also an interactive tutorial which explains all aspects of the game in a fully interactive, hands on manner. I had the game well understood after these two exercises, but luckily, the strategy and some minor nuances of the game gradually became apparent on actual play-through which was very rewarding.

With loading times non-existent, over 30 puzzles to play in the lite version of the game (and 1000 in the full!), the automatic transfer of lite games to the full version on upgrade, and many more great features, it really is a no-brainer to download Str8ts and give it a try! All in all, an excellent Android game.

In the words of the developer:

Overplayed Sudoku? Try Str8ts - the best new number puzzle game.

Str8ts is a number puzzle that is easy to learn, has simple rules, requires no math skills and is addictive as Sudoku. Few puzzles have the amount of depth and variety as Str8ts. You are encouraged to find multiple solving techniques and you progress between different levels of difficulties.Like Sudoku you need to place numbers uniquely in each row and column. But the dark blue cells add a new dimension. These divide the rows and columns into compartments which work like a poker hand - you have to make sure the numbers are like a 'straight', like 5,6,7 and 8 - but they can be in any order.

There are clues to start you off and ensure the puzzle has just one solution. The clues in dark blue cells rule out that number in the row and column and can't be used as part of a straight.For this app we've splashed out on smart functionality, easy to use controls, help and an app tutorial, cool graphics and plenty of puzzles.All the puzzles created for this game were made by Andrew Stuart, who has published puzzles in many newspapers around the world.Only limitation of Str8ts Lite is that it contains 10
puzzles on 3 difficulty levels.Features of Str8ts:

- 250 puzzles on each of the 4 levels of difficulty.
- unlimited depth of undo/redo actions persisted between gameplays.
- two modes of entering a 'note' or a solution value.
- best solution time stored for every puzzle.
- step by step live tutorial explaining how to play the Str8ts App.
- Rules and Controls screens explaining how to play Str8ts and how to use the app.

Puzzles solved in Str8ts Lite will be automatically transferred to Str8ts (once this is done Str8ts Lite can be safely uninstalled)Str8ts was successfully pitched by Jeff Widderich on Dragon's Den Canada (Season 5, Episode 8) and three dragons wanted to make a deal.Keywords: sudoku, puzzle, puzzles, dragon's den, logic game, numeric game, numeric puzzle, number-placement, sudoku

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Str8ts

Price: Free

There is also a full version of the game available here

The Odyssey

2013-04-20T22:14:00.003+10:00

Today's app of the day is The Odyssey.

I am sure I am not alone when I say that point and click adventure games hold a special place in my heart. It heralds back to my younger days, playing the Hugo series of games (house of horrors, etc) and moving onto other Lucas / Sierra classics. I know for a fact that Sam and Max Hit the Road will always hold a special place in my gaming memory.

With this as a baseline, I am always excited when I have the opportunity play a modern take on the point and click adventure, and in recent years there have been some great takes on the genre such as Machinarium and recently, the Room. Thankfully, I can now insert another game into my repertoire of great point and click adventuring, with The Odyssey - an excellent new Android game by CrazySoft.

The Odyssey has mythical underpinnings, with the player taking the role of the Greek hero Odysseus (or Ulysses). From there, the player is tasked with re-living key events from Homer's legend - all through the tip of your finger as you drag items around the screen to solve puzzles and progress. The puzzles are challenging but achievable, which is what you want in a game of this variety. Admittedly, I got stuck a few times but when I finally realised the solution, it was so obvious that I was shocked I had missed it in the first place. I always think that is a good sign for a puzzle game!

As with many games in this genre, artwork is essential, and The Odyssey really stands out in this regard, with beautiful hand drawn screens. This looks great on a phone, and even on a tablet the crispness of the full HD images will really impress. On top of the great gameplay and beautiful graphics, the actual writing and story also impress, with surprisingly fresh humor incorporated into the scripting. Finally, with support for English, German, French, Spanish, Russian and logically - Greek - there should be plenty of fans able to enjoy this game.

The free version will give you access to the first 3 chapters of gameplay, so you have absolutely nothing to lose by giving this great Android game a go. Happy tapping!

In the words of the developer:

▶ www.crackberry.com review: "Fancy a challenge? Guide Ulysses home with The Odyssey HD. If you are looking for a mystical adventure game then The Odyssey HD may well be just what you are after... If you fancy taking on the challenge of getting Ulysses home, you won't want to miss this game."

▶ www.pdasnews.com review: "Being a Lucas/Sierra addicted fan, I loved this game. It kept me playing for several hours each day and when I finished it (with tips of course) I wanted more. I totally recommend it to all the genre fans and all the other guys who are just bored playing 'hidden object' games."

▶ www.blackberryos.com review: "If you were born before the 90's, then you most likely are familiar with some old classic point and click adventure games. My all time favorite was the King's Quest series. This game will keep you entertained for hours on end. Beware, highly addicting!"

This is the free / lite version. Its fully playable until its 3rd chapter completely free. Many hours of free adventure game playing guaranteed! No ads, try it for free!

CLICK HERE to find the full version (10% SALE).

FEATURES:
▶ Huge and classic point-and-click adventure game.
▶ Be part of Homer's epic story and educate yourself while playing.
▶ Face ancient Gods, Sirens, Cyclops and other monsters.
▶ Beautifully hand drawn cartoons (Full HD), humorous dialogs and challenging puzzles.
▶ Short animation synopsis for educational purposes.
▶ Fully translated into English, German, French, Spanish, Russian and Greek.
▶ Auto adjustable for all android devices (both phones + tablets)
▶ Requires a device with hardware acceleration (OpenGL)

Step into this epic point-and-click mythical adventure game. See what it takes to be the Greek hero Odysseus (Ulysses)! Get ready to embark on a journey filled with danger, mythical creatures and ancient Gods. Thrilling moments and unexpected twists as well as the evil presence of legendary creatures dominate this mythical game throughout.

You will have to step into the shoes of Odysseus (Ulysses) and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It took him ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten- year Trojan War. Become a part of Homer's original myth, live the adventure, and educate yourself during the process.

Beware; this is not a simple task. You will have to escape from Goddess Calypso's island, blind Cyclops Polyphemus, face the witch-Goddess Circe, go to the land of the death in search of an oracle, avoid the Siren mermaids, pass between the six-headed monster Scylla and the whirlpool Charybdis, and visit the Sun God's island. Finally, you will have to murder the suitors and get together with your beloved wife, Penelope and your fearless son Telemachus.

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The Odyssey

Price: Free

There is also a full version of the Odyssey available here.

Get Ready for the Android Poker App from 888poker

2013-04-19T06:22:00.003+10:00

The Android Poker App is Your Ticket to Smartphone Poker!

Poker fans are celebrating the news that 888poker is now available on Android powered mobile devices! The Android poker app enables fans to play premium quality poker from almost anywhere. This exciting app provides poker fans with top-quality games direct off your Android tablet or smartphone! The 888poker Android app has been made to resemble the desktop client but in a simpler and easier to use mobile version. You will have access to the best in poker gaming in a highly-usable and powerful mobile app. At the click of a button, poker enthusiasts can get in on the action with their favourite poker games at any time and from anywhere!

Simplified but Jam-Packed with Excitement

The thrilling 888Poker Mobile app has become very popular with its streamlined design and easy to navigate platform. Poker fans will love the dynamic mobile poker platform especially with time being of the essence. As mobile technology improves, additional features may be added to this app but due to technological restrictions the Android app does not support hand re-plays, multi-table poker games, notes on opponents or searching for other players.

Presently, mobile technology cannot properly support some of the extra features that are available on the 888poker desktop client. In addition, the size of mobile devices limits the features that can be added to this mobile poker app but poker players need not worry as this app has oversized buttons along with a slider feature that enables players to easily change the bet size.

Enjoy a Simple Download with the 888poker Android App

New players simply need to sign up for an 888poker account using a PC before enjoying poker on their mobile tablet or smartphone. 888poker has a 100% safe and secure platform for payment processing as well as a variety of payment service options. Players will need to provide some basic information to create a new account such as a home address, email address and password. In addition, players are advised to make deposits using their personal computer. With the Cashier Button, new players are able to choose from a number of different currencies and numerous withdrawal and deposit options.

When players have completed their 888poker registration, players simply need to download the 888poker Android App by navigating the links for app downloads. This app can be found and installed through the 888poker site instead of the Android market. Players will need to allow for the installation of non-market apps on their mobile devices in order to use this app and to prevent potential difficulties during the download and installation process.

You simply need to follow these steps to download and install this world-class app: Start by selecting ‘Settings’ then go to ‘Applications’ and select ‘Enable Unknown Sources’. The download will proceed rapidly as the app is only 10 MB in size. When the download is complete, players need to click on 888poker.apk to install the application. Players will now be able to log in using the same password and username they created when they registered for their 888poker account.

If you experience any problems during the download process, you may need a Flash program which is not included in older Android smartphones and devices. If you have any comments, concerns or questions about your download and gaming experience at 888poker, please email pokermobile@888poker.com and we will get back to you in a timely manner.

New Player Benefits

If you are new to 888poker, you can easily register for a free account to use the Android poker app and you will receive a FREE $8 just for registering! When you have created your new 888poker account, you can download the mobile poker app directly to your tablet, smartphone or mobile device.

A Wealth of Bonuses, Promotions and Much More

This top-notch mobile poker app provides players with lots of flexibility. New players will receive yet another bonus when they complete the registration process – the 888poker Welcome Bonus. This Welcome Bonus is available for new players and it offers a 100% 1^st deposit bonus up to $400. That is enough cash to boost your bankroll so you can continue to enjoy mobile poker! Experience these exciting bonuses and the revolutionary 888poker Android app today!

Summary of the 888poker Android App:

· Make sure that your mobile device supports or has a Flash Player

· Navigate to Settings, Applications and Unknown Sources on your mobile device in order to enable non-market app downloads

· Sign up for an account with 888poker

· Complete the registration form found in the Lobby login screen

· Register for Instant Play – no download needed to play

· Receive FREE $8 Sign-Up Bonus (Terms and Conditions Apply)

· With your free 888poker account, use the QR code on this page and go to 888poker.com/androidapp to download the app

· When registration is complete, click here for PC download

· When the 888poker App download is complete, click 888poker.apk to install the app

· Use your password and username created at registration to login to the 888poker Android app

The Room

2013-04-16T15:46:00.001+10:00

Today's app of the day is The Room

There is no point beating around the bush - The Room is hands down, one of the best mobile gaming experiences you can have. If you do nothing else today, scroll down to the bottom of the page, scan the QR code and download this game immediately. Find a quiet corner, pencil out 2 - 3 hours in your diary and truly sink into a fantastic gaming experience.

With that out of the way, I can go back to basics and tell you a little about The Room. The story starts in a dark room with a cabinet standing in the middle. You open a box and read a letter. From there, you are on your own, the challenge being to essentially 'crack open' the cabinet standing in the middle of the room and to reveal the mysteries of its creator.

This is no mean feat though, and involves some of the best puzzling seen on a mobile device to date. As you progress you will slide levels, decipher visual clues, manipulate keys, build gears, set up film projectors and much more. The skill level increases gradually, but never feels impossible. Not once did I 'rage quit' as the game conveniently offers you hints to help when you are stuck. For the best feeling of satisfaction though, I' suggest keeping their use to a minimum. There is really no better feeling then the visual of a lever turning or the satisfying clunk of a key sliding into a slot after being stuck on a puzzle for a long period of time.

The puzzles themselves are aided by brilliant implementation of touch controls. Not once did I feel like I had to battle with the controls. Instead, moving around the screen and enacting actions was intuitive and simple. This sense of simplicity is aided by a brilliant soundtrack which bubbles below the surface. For a game that predominately involves rotating wooden boxes, the soundtrack ads a level of emotion and anticipation on par with AAA console titles.

Finally the graphics of The Room are incredible, featuring an amazing level of detail. The realism of the cases that you open and of the inventory items you collect is unparalleled on a mobile device. In many ways, the graphics surpass what you would see on many downloadable titles from the PSN or X-Box Live.

All in all, this is a fantastic little package. The play time might be a little short, but the price is right, and the level of ingenuity that has gone into this game will leave you feeling satisfied and wanting more - which is always a distinct possibility with mobile games! If you download one game today, this month, or even this year, make it The Room.

In the words of the developer:

Welcome to The Room, a physical puzzler, wrapped in a mystery game, inside a beautifully tactile 3D world.

*****************

Praise for The Room:

• Eurogamer “...resist hurrying and savour every sliding panel and twist of a dial. The Room is the cave of mysteries from everyone's childhood; a perfect encapsulation of the fear and pleasure of discovery."
• Gametrailers “The touchscreen controls really shine. A must play” Penny Arcade “This isn’t a title that is hindered by touch controls as much as its set free by them"
• Arcade Sushi "I couldn’t stop playing this fascinating brain teaser...beautifully crafted"
• Indie Game Magazine "Fireproof Games has hit a home run"
• Pocket Gamer “More suspense than a thousand bullet-riddled shooters"
• Game Informer “Excellently produced, clever puzzles and spine-tingling music"
• Jaysisgames "The immersion overrides any sense of your surroundings beyond the box" "The Room is eye candy for the mind."
• IGN “The most realistically rendered objects in a mobile title to date.”

******

How are you, old friend? If you’re reading this, then it worked. I only hope you can still forgive me.

We’ve never seen eye to eye on my research, but you must put such things behind you. You are the only one to whom I can turn. You must come at once, for we are all in great peril. I trust you remember the house? My study is the highest room.

Press forward with heart. There is no way back now.

AS.

******
Fireproof Games are very proud to bring you our greatest creation, a mind-bending journey filled with beauty, peril and mystery in equal measure. Be transported into a unique space that blends spellbinding visuals with intriguing problems to solve.

• Unsettlingly realistic graphics: The most natural looking visuals ever seen on a mobile device.
• Spine-tingling single finger controls: touch controls so natural you can play with one digit, to fully navigate this mysteriously beautiful 3D world.
• Fantastical pick-up-and-play design: Easy to start, hard to put down, the secrets of The Room will immerse you before you even know you're playing.
• Compelling layers of mystery: think you know what you're looking at? Think again.

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The Room

Price: $1.87

Ask a Groundhog

2013-04-15T18:14:00.001+10:00

Today's app of the day is Ask a Groundhog.

Ask a Groundhog is a kooky new app to hit Google Play which is essentially, a unique twist on a Magic Ball. Open the app - ask a question and see what the groundhog has to say. Don't like the answer, give the screen a tap and seek some retribution!

An excellent app - any Bill Murray fans out there will appreciate this one!

In the words of the developer:

Will it rain today? Does that cute girl also think you’re cute? Ask A Groundhog can tell you! Just ask him a question and he will let you know your fate in form of a Yes! or a No! Hold onto your hats, because Ask A Groundhog will blow you away...

The Critics Rave!

"An excellent app - Editor's Choice from DroidAppOfTheDay.com"

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Ask a Groudhog

Price: 99 cents

Lekiosk - Newsstand Magazine

2013-04-10T21:49:00.001+10:00

Today's app of the day is Lekiosk - Newsstand Magazine.

In the words of the developer:

Welcome to the first realtime 3D newsstand in the World!

With the phone version, you get a chance to read the latest gossips about your preferred people and get ready to shine at the coffee machine…

With lekiosk, never miss any bits of news, ever!

Never read a magazine could be so simple. Our revolutionary 3D newsstand makes it that easy to pick and read! Roll among categories, and tap on a cover..

Purchase your mag in one tap and find it downloaded in your library, no need to wait to read with our exclusive streaming technology.

Plan a trip? Download the magazines you want before leaving, and read offline with no internet connection.

DOWNLOAD NOW

Lekiosk - Newsstand Magazine

Price: Free

Update to entire suite of 'Mantis Apps' Android applications!

2013-04-07T23:37:00.002+10:00

Today, Droid App of the Day is happy to announce that Mantis Apps has updated close to its entire suite of Android applications, with new Holo themes, updated UIs and an array of new services, features, speed improvements and bug fixes.

Check out some screenshots below and make sure to explore Google Play to see what they have to offer.

Social Zone - DOWNLOAD NOW

Entertainment Hub - DOWNLOAD NOW

Geek Hub - DOWNLOAD NOW

Reddit for Android - DOWNLOAD NOW

Ultimate News - DOWNLOAD NOW

Gaming Hub - DOWNLOAD NOW

News Hub - DOWNLOAD NOW

and finally, introducing an all new application, for FREE

Torrent Hub - DOWNLOAD NOW

Word Warfare Free

2013-04-04T20:38:00.004+11:00

Today's app of the day is Word Warfare Free.

Word Warfare is a new take on study, 'gamifying' the process of studying for vocabulary exams such as the SAT or GRE. There are two primary game modes (survival and classic), each of which can be played in two different ways:

- Synonym Farmer (finding words that match the meaning of the word at the bottom)
- Synonym Protector (grouping words that are synonymous with the word at the bottom)

Featuring text to voice capability, and a great search function, you might as well give Word Warfare a try.

In the words of the developer:

Tired of studying vocabulary for tests like the SAT and GRE the old fashioned way? Fear no more! With Word Warfare, you can learn vocabulary while playing games and enjoying yourself! These word games are designed to help you learn vocabulary in the fastest, most efficient ways possible.

Choose from two game modes: survival and classic. In survival mode, you have a certain number of lives; categorize words correctly to avoid losing them. In classic mode, you must race against the clock to build up a large score. Of these two modes, you can choose from two games:

- Synonym Farmer:
Group words that are synonymous to the two words at the bottom. Easy, fun way to quickly build up a large word-base.
- Synonym Protector (Available only in the full version):
Guide the rocket with your finger to destroy all the words that are synonymous to the word at the bottom of the screen.

The higher your accuracy, the more likely you are to earn streak points, which can send your score to stratospheric heights.

If you prefer to study vocabulary the long way, this app has a built in vocabulary list with over 500 words and their definitions. This list also has advanced search functionality, along with text-to-speech capabilities.

This app is supported via search. Please note that the following will be added to your device once you download the app – Search icon, bookmark link and browser homepage. You can delete/replace these search points easily. This is a way to make money from this app and giving it to you for free. Thank you for your understanding.

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Price: Free

Gallery Lock

2013-04-03T07:40:00.000+11:00

Today's app of the day is Gallery Lock.

These days, mobile devices store a large array of personal information - whether it be photos, videos, documents or even sensitive information contained in email accounts, chat programs or a whole rage of other 'information storing' apps. It is great having this information with you on the go, but it does open up a lot of your personal life to prying eyes - especially if you happen to lose or misplace your phone.

This is where applications such as Gallery Lock are essential. After installing Gallery Lock users will easily be able to chose what application or images/videos from their galleries are protected, requiring either a pin, password, unlock pattern, or even voice activation for access to be granted.

What sets Gallery Lock apart from the competition in this field is the fantastic UI, and also that it combines gallery and application locking into a single, simple package. Being able to achieve both functions with one application is great!

There are a number of other really smart additions, such as a timer so that you can set specific amounts of time for applications / pictures to stay unlocked, the ability to add multiple levels of protection (so multiple types of locks) for certain apps or functions and a steal mode, which makes the application icon invisible (but can be accessed by dialing as code on your device).

With great ease of use, high functionality and a fantastic UI, it is hard to go past Gallery Lock to protect your personal information! Get it now.

In the words of the developer:

Get the Latest & Hi-tech solution for all your worries about your privacy. *With Gallery Lock your personal images, videos, and lots more can be secured from intruding friends and family members!*

Unlike other security Apps, this App provides not just Hiding Secret Photos/Videos, but also lets you lock Gallery Access completely. And if that's not enough, it also lets you Lock any other App in your Phone. Simply Lock access to your SMS, Contacts, Call Logs, Email, facebook & whatsapp! Unbelievable, of course this is such an App.

Upgrade to Gallery Lock Pro:
● Pro – No Limits in Hidden Mode. Lite - Hide only 15 photos & 5 videos.
● Pro - Encryption Mode Enabled. Lite – Encryption Mode Disabled
● Pro – Lock Unlimited Apps in Apps Locker. Lite - Lock only 3 apps.
● Pro – No In App Ads. Lite - Ads.
● Pro – No Delay Prompt. Lite – Delay Prompt Enabled.
● Pro - All Hi tech features like Voice Lock, Stealth Mode & Double Door Protection enabled. Lite – All Hi Tech Features Disabled.

● Gallery Hider - Hide images, videos, & audio with 'Gallery Hider'.
You can hide your gallery files with 2 different modes –
1. Hidden – Experience fast functioning and Hide your data with optimal protection
2. Encrypted – Provide Supreme Protection with encryption codes. Hiding/unhiding action may be slower.

● Apps Locker – Selectively Lock your Native & Downloaded apps!

● Auto Lock – Set the Lock Timer for the app and other secured files as well. Set timer for which you don't want to enter password while accessing gallery or apps!

● Lock Modes – These lock modes make this app a revolutionary attempt & a success towards perfect security!
1. PIN Lock –
Set a PIN which you will need to enter each time you try to enter the gallery.
2. Pattern Lock –
Create a unique pattern to secure your gallery files.
3. *Voice Lock -
For the first time in the history of security apps you can set your own voice as the lock!

● Stealth Mode – Make the app icon invisible to all!
Most revolutionary 'Stealth Mode' will make the app icon invisible. To make it visible dial *#007# on your phone & press 'Call'.

● Double Door Protection – Use more than 1 Lock Mode to get access to your files.
The amazing, innovative, and first among its kind - 'Double Door Protection' is here! Select any 2 of the 3 lock modes, & your gallery is doubly protected!

Get it now to experience a whole new level of Protection with Perfection!

FAQ -
1) I have lost all my hidden files after mistakenly uninstalling the app.
Unhide all files before uninstalling the app. If you have lost your files anyway, you can still get them back by re-installing the app.
2) I have updated the app, but it doesn't seem to work. I can open my gallery without any password. What to do?
When you update the app, associated services are stopped till the time you re-launch the app. So whenever you update the app to a higher version, please relaunch it to start the services.
3) I have forgotten my access to the app, how do I get it back?
It's simple to get access to the app even after you have forgotten your PIN, Pattern, or Voice Access to unlock. fill in the Hint Answer saved by you at the time of first launch. Or just submit your Email id (which you submitted at the time of first launch), your hint answer will be sent to you through the mail. After entering the Hint Answer, you can change your password.

“Please don't leave negative remarks on this page. If you are not satisfied with our app, mail your reviews & suggestions to support@migital.com

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Darts Master

2013-04-02T20:15:00.000+11:00

Guest Blogger - Yarna Wong

Today's app of the day is Darts Master.

From the screenshots below and the game name above, you can obviously know it is a shooting game. If you are a fan of TPS, then you should not miss Darts Master. This is a wonderful Android game with one single goal – to hit the bull's-eye.

Darts Master has colorful adequate graphics and various gaming scenes, which set perfectly for an environment of a pub where players can relax themselves completely. The sounds effects are just like that of a pub which is filled with people and the music is so lively and relaxing.

The game has 4 modes for players to start with – Easy, Avoidance, Multi-ring, and Bull’s-eye Expert. There are changeable winds in each mode, so you need a strong sense of balance to guide the darts to hit the bull’s-eyes. And when the arrow is flying, you should try your best to avoid the obstacles on its way and collect all the coins. Practice makes perfect!

In general, Darts Master is a challenging, addictive shooting game. It is worth having a try.

In the words of the developer:

Do you like playing Shooting Games but get tired of the unchangeable boring scene?
Do you want to be the BEST shooter and PK with other players rather than only play games with yourself?
Do you want to be a shooter master?
Do you want to experience flying?
You can get all of these as long as you play Darts Master!
There are 4 completely different modes for you!

PRESS REVIEW:
"In this super-fast 3rd person darts game you will need to use all your skills to avoid obstacles and collect all the coins before you make a bullseye!" - AndroidShock.com
"It is a fun game where it takes a steady hand to get a high score. In the game an arrow is shot and you need to guide it to the target. As you guide the arrow, you want to collect the coins in your path and then when you get to the target, try to hit the bullseye. Practice makes perfect!"—www.appreviewcentral.net

Are you ready to challenge YOURSELF now?

Game Features—Various Game Modes:
Easy mode allows you to collect the gold readily in the sky.
Avoidance Mode asks you to prevent from hitting the shields in the battle-field and hit the target.
Multi-ring Mode allows you to cross the ring obstacles consecutively in the Chinese Great Wall and hit the target finally.
The most challengeable mode is "Bullseye Expert" mode, you need to control the arrow's orientation accurately in the virtual dark corridor in order to hit the bullseye.
Additional wonderful modes are coming soon…
Please just wait for it!

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Darts Master

Price: Free

Sea Quest

2013-04-01T20:40:00.002+11:00

Today's app of the day is Sea Quest.

Sea Quest is an excellent Android game from developers Dangling Neuron, that sees players take the role of captain of a submarine as it is guided through treacherous waters. The player needs to move the submarine around the screen using a simple on screen directional joystick, and save scuba divers who are busy collecting golf off the oceans floor.

Players have an unlimited supply of torpedoes which can be used to destroy sharks, mines, other submarines and even battleships, Oxygen is not unlimited, but power ups can be collected to help assist the player through levels.

Check it out if you are after some simple yet addictive arcade gaming.

In the words of the developer:

Sea Quest is an arcade style game that makes you the captain of a submarine. Your mission is to rescue your scuba divers from deep sea where they are collecting gold. You have an unlimited supply of torpedoes and limited oxygen that needs to be refilled. Deadly sharks, mines, enemy submarines, enemy mine ships and battle ships are out there to get you and the scuba divers. In game power ups will help you through and you can use your gold to upgrade your submarine into a deadly stealth machine.

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Seaquest

Price: Free