Archive for May, 2011

PC like boot animation for Android

May 4th, 2011

Remember what the POST looks like on a PC? You can now have the exact same thing on your Android device with the help of XDA Developers Troid-845 and frysee.

Check out both threads here. POST boot animation 1(Troid-845) & POST boot animation w/Honeycomb (frysee)

There is even a cool Honeycomb boot animation available (Hero)

These are for rooted phones only and do require some file editing so be careful!

Password Generator for Android

May 3rd, 2011

Aleatory Password Generator for Android is a super small app that will generate random passwords for you whenever you need them. Based upon your selected criteria, you can have passwords that contain upper and lower case letters, numbers, special characters and whether or not characters can repeat. Having a strong password can help deter identity theft, take a look at types of identity theft defined at LifeLock.com, they go in depth a little more.
You also can choose the number of characters to use for your password. (Application will force close when trying to generate 1 or 2 character passwords)

I only have one problem with random, complicated passwords…they are friggin hard to remember! You will wind up writing it down somewhere, which defeats the entire purpose of creating a secure password.

Get Aleatory Password Generator

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mobkids.aleatorypasswordgenerator&feature=search_result

Get a Haircut with Great Clips for Android

May 2nd, 2011


Great Clips has created an Android app that allows you to map out locations, see estimated wait times and add yourself to the list.

This is actually an awesome use of marketing and the availability of Android devices in the market.
Making a Pre- ‘Check In’ app for business that utilize some sort of reservation type ordering for customers is an excellent way to maintain customer loyalty. The business recognizes that the customers time is valuable as well as being able to track results with a database to adjust staff accordingly. This helps both parties win.
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This app saves you time! Busy? Ahead of time, use it to add your name to the list at your local Great Clips salon. How does it save you time? When you’re on the list, chances are you’ll be next as soon as you arrive.

How does it work? It’s easy – just open the app and the salons nearest your current location will appear. Touch the salon that has the estimated wait time that fits you best, then tell us your name, number and how many are in your group. Then, head right over to your Great Clips salon to receive the quality haircut or service you want. Download this app and you’ve made getting a great haircut even easier.

Unfortunately, this is currently only available in select markets.

Get the Great Clips app for Android

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.greatclips.android&feature=search_result

There is a Great Clips app available for Apple iPhone as well. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/greatclips/id414012602?mt=8

Audi Roadside Assistance for Android

May 1st, 2011

You can now register your Audi with your Android device and have convenient 1 touch access to the Audi Roadside Assistance program.

The Audi Roadside App offers a range of leading-edge features that connect directly with Audi and its roadside assistance partner, Allstate Roadside Services. The App leverages the Audi customer’s pre-registered vehicle information, a smartphone’s GPS capabilities and an intuitive interface to ease calls for roadside assistance.

The App works by accessing an Audi vehicle’s basic information, which is stored as part of the broader roadside assistance service.

Audi of America’s Roadside Assistance program combines a team of qualified dedicated customer service professionals with a comprehensive nationwide towing network to bring Audi customers world-class assistance when they need it most. Audi includes free 24-7 roadside assistance on all new Audi models sold in the United States and Puerto Rico for four years of upon delivery or warranty activation.* Owners of older models can use the Audi Consumer Roadside App, but Allstate roadside service fees would apply.

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The Audi Roadside “App” offers the following features:

• Vehicle registration – Drivers simply provide their Audi’s vehicle identification number (VIN) and some basic personal information to register the App with their customer information on file. This provides Audi Roadside Services your specific details when you request service, and greatly shortens the time it takes to dispatch service.

• Audi Roadside Assistance – With a few simple steps, the driver selects the type of service they require (e.g. jump start, fuel delivery, tire change or tow) and the App locates the driver via the smart phone’s GPS capabilities. The assistance request is sent to the Audi Roadside Assistance dispatcher as the call is connected to enable the dispatcher to provide faster service. Once the dispatch is complete, the App captures and conveniently stores the dispatch details, including the name of the roadside provider en route to the customer and estimated time of arrival.

• Dealer Locator – For convenient access to dealer information, the Application allows users to search for dealers nearby or within a given city. The App displays the dealer’s name, location, hours of operation and phone number. With one touch, the user can display nearby dealers on a map or immediately call the dealer. This is particularly helpful when a service appointment is required immediately.

Customers can learn more about the application at audiusa.com (http://www.audiusa.com/us/brand/en/owners/owner_and_vehicle/Roadside_Assistance/app.html) or within the Android Market.

Get The Audi Roadside Assistance App for Android

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.allstate.audiconsumer&feature=search_result

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