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Welcome to the newest iOS Apps Megathread.  Thanks to Mr EFord for the previous incarnation of this thread, from which I cribbed a lot of this OP's text.   Once again this your one-stop-shop for NON-GAMING things related to the App Store. For general iPhone questions please go here and for iOS game related things in general please go here. Thanks! I don’t know what an app is. Help! In case you are serious: Apps, short for “applications,” are programs that you can download from an online store run by Apple, aptly named the “App Store,” for various prices. An App can do any number of things - weather forecasts, browse the web, take and save notes, or even be simple games for you to play. However, there’s a lot of cruft in the App Store, you should not be arsed to try every single note-taking App on the store to find the one that suits your purposes, especially if some of them cost money to purchase. This thread is meant to help you find apps specific to your needs and generally inform fellow goons about exemplary apps that might have otherwise slipped your notice. How do I check out the App Store? Easy, check it out via iTunes or on your iPhone by clicking/tapping the App Store program. Note: In case you're wondering, you CAN use iTunes gift cards/certificates for purchasing Apps, the same as you can use the credit for buying songs, movies, and TV shows. You can also redeem free codes/gift cards straight from your iPhone by finding the redeem selection under the Categories tab, scroll to the bottom and tap “Redeem.” How do I download an app As easy as clicking on a button, putting in your iTunes Account password, and watching it download. On iTunes, the app will download and sync the next time you connect your device, while downloading through the App Store will put the App and a status bar one of your home screens (you may need to swipe to a later page to find it!) so you can see it download. If you need to pause the download, simply tap on the shadowed icon of the App. Keep in mind that some apps will add options at the bottom of the iPhone Settings App so check there if you're looking for a preference. How much? A lot of apps are currently free, with prices seeming to range from $5.00 to $20.00 for most Apps. There are a few specialized Apps that go for as high as $65.00. We already know that some apps (like the MLB one) "expire" after a certain time and you may have to buy a new one in a quasi subscription manner. There's also a HUGE market for the .99 App with many games and small utilities either having a permanent .99 price, or flexing between various prices and $.99. It's also a good idea to note that there are a lot of duplicate Apps offering the same feature set, with some being free and some charging some amount. It's a good idea to look around and see if there's a free alternative before buying something else that charges for the same thing (assuming the free one is actually good). In addition, we've already seen some authors change apps from Free to paid and vice versa, so make sure you're paying attention so you don't get shafted. Finally, Apple has changed the App Store review system to allow only purchasers of the App to rate it. That means that Apps should be a bit more reliable with their review ratings, although there is some argument as to whether folks that buy an app will instinctively give it a higher rating (because they paid money for it). In addition, Apple allows you to instantly rate an App when you delete it from your iPhone/Touch, which has led to a sharp increase in ratings from those reviews (typically lower scores in general) without any written reviews to backup the score. In any case, reading the written reviews and not just focusing on the aggregate should give you a decent idea of what the program is like. The vast majority of iPhone App reviewers are dumb as a rock. So make sure you actually read the reviews sometimes instead of looking at the aggregate. ("I LOVE THIS PROGRAM IT'S THE BEST EVER. ONE STAR!!!!) What about Jailbreaking/Jailbroken Apps? Any discussion on Apps that only work on jailbroken iPhones or on the process of jailbreaking or posting crappy Winterboard themes e.t.c. should be in the iOS Jailbreaking Thread. This thread is for talking about Official App Store programs and the like. Administrivia If you have anything to add or want to point out something I missed adding from the previous thread, post or PM me and I'll fix it as soon as I can. Thirst Mutilator fucked around with this message at 16:50 on Jul 12, 2014 |
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To pre-empt recommendations, I'll start with an website I'd argue is required, whether you're new to apps or a frequent customer: Appshopper. AppShopper lets you mark and monitor any App you're interested in on the App Store, and it can notify you if an App you're interested in ever drops in price. Used to be a native iOS App for the website, but Apple removed it. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS (All links go to AppShopper) Calendars
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Native Applications for Web Apps/Services A lot of big web services like the ones below offer mobile versions of their Desktop websites, ie Yelp, but they also offer a separate app "native" to iOS - these apps are generally much more responsive and fully fleshed out than their mobile counterparts.
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GOON RECOMMENDATIONS bazaar apparatus posted:Twitterrific 5 - Latest edition of the popular Twitter client that invented the idea of posts being called 'tweets' and I think they also were the first to use bird imagery in their icon. Anyway, this is the only client around right now that has me thinking about switching away from Tweetbot. maduin posted:Languages - This is a really cheap ($.99) offline translation application that also looks good. Red posted:USB Disk - There's a free version and a great paid version with many perks. It's a great way to store documents/pictures/etc. in one place for easy access and review. I usually keep a few handy things on it, like various references and directions on my work phone, or some articles to read on my personal phone. timb posted:Weather While not a native iOS app, IFTTT is a service that pairs really well with smartphones in general. Here's a quick write-up and explanation courtesy of bazaar apparatus: bazaar apparatus posted:Essentially, IFTTT is tied into the APIs of about 60 websites and apps, which they refer to as 'channels'. Evernote is a channel, Dropbox is a channel, Twitter is a channel, RSS is a channel, etc. FAQ Your list sucks. You call yourself an App afficianado? You bandwagoner. Show me otherwise then - let me know if I missed an app you think truly deserves a spot up on the OP, and why. I know I've left out a lot of categories, so help a goon out. Important Tidbits, Parting Words Giving iTunes direct links to Apps is great and encouraged, but please give the title of the app and/or a description of what you're linking to for those of us that may not have iTunes on our work computers. Even better, use a service like AppShopper which is basically a mirror of the iTunes App Store. Not too much of an issue anymore since the iTunes Store has a web portal, but keep it in mind. All App Store purchases will charge you tax based on where you live according to your iTunes account. Don't shed tears when your .99c purchase on the App Store ends up costing you 9c extra, you 1%er. If you can, always try before you buy. If an app features a lite version for you to give a test run, there's really no harm in downloading that first in order to see what you could be buying into. This also applies to checking if an app is Universal, or designed with both iPhones/Touches and iPad (Mini) in mind. You can tell if an App is universal by the + sign on the price button in the App Store Thirst Mutilator fucked around with this message at 08:01 on Jan 14, 2014 |
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bazaar apparatus posted:Some apps I like but didn't see in the OP (including a few plugs for my own site, hope no one minds): I'll add these when I'm at an actual computer, all good recommendations.
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benisntfunny posted:If anyone reads the OP after about a week my mind will be completely blown. I'd like to think it'd outlive that, but I understand if it doesn't. I'll be doing my best to update it prior to Christmas though, since I figure that's when the iTunes gift cards and iDevices will land in the hands of a many. OP updated. For the time being I've just inserted quoted people with good app recommendations in the OP, if anyone has a better idea of how to represent your recommendations I'm all ears. My plan is to monitor the thread, and if any particular app recommended by someone gets a lot of praise, I'll move it into the general recommendations section.
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bazaar apparatus posted:Essentially, IFTTT is tied into the APIs of about 60 websites and apps, which they refer to as 'channels'. Evernote is a channel, Dropbox is a channel, Twitter is a channel, RSS is a channel, etc. I was thinking about getting around to writing up a quick guide to IFTTT but I think I'm just gonna use this in the OP, if you don't mind. In addition, heads up: AppShopper was removed from the App Store for violating new-ish rules instituted back in September. Read more about it here.
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benisntfunny posted:I can understand your apprehension to try a free application. jojoinnit posted:Was going to say this too. Why in the world would you solicit opinions on whether you should download a free app? It literally takes less effort to download the loving thing and try it out. Bus route finders/stop predictors aren't really something you can take for a spin any given 5 minutes of the day like a note-taking or weather app and decide whether it's worth your time or not. You need a big sample size - some bus lines could be notoriously off schedule whereas others are always on the dot, and your never near more than a few stops at again given time. It's not an unreasonable question to ask due to the time it takes to find out if the app is worth future use.
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Prathm posted:Are there any good youtube-apps beside the official Google one? Dunno if it has that, but Jasmine is a free alternative.
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ChocNitty posted:Is there an app that cancels unnecessary background processes and frees up memory, like memory clean for OSX? There are jailbreak tweaks that will do this, but nothing in the normal app store. As has been said it's not useful* unless you're running 3+ year old hardware like a 3G or 3GS, and even then benefits are marginal by all anecdotes I've heard.
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Prorat posted:Is there a free app tracker? One that tracks paid apps that just happen to go free for a day. Appshopper.com and its respective app let you put Apps on "Watchlists" and notify you when they go free.
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Vegetable posted:Are there apps where you can store and have easy access to a list of words and expressions? My current solution is to use BiteSMS to message myself. Takes all of two actions, but it's kinda makeshift. A bunch of dictionary apps have bookmark features but I'd rather have something tailored to my purpose. Evernote?
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Neurophonic posted:Depending on how often you're going to text and how well you want to keep track of replies from the group, it may be better to get everyone onto WhatsApp or LINE or something like that instead of using SMS. Look into GroupMe as well. Uses Data, and allows you to silence grouped messages you are in (which Messages.app still doesn't let you do! Yeesh!)
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PRADA SLUT posted:Something to find apartments? Apartment List is good depending on your part of the country. Mokriya is a really good Craigslist app that fully supports the apartment page - includes thumbnails and everything. I recommend setting up an IFTTT recipe that texts you/emails you every time a listing within your criteria is put up on Craigslist*. Padmapper is not a very nice experience and is tied up in lawsuits with Craigslist. I'm in the SF Bay Area looking for an apartment and all these things have been pretty invaluable.
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Wadjamaloo posted:I would like one that supports bookmarks (without clogging up safari bookmarks), saved searches, maybe a one tap email to self, an indicator for new posts you have not scrolled through and some other ease of use features I don't know that I need. Mokriya
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Xguard86 posted:is there a built in function or app to allow me schedule ringer off/vibrate on during certain hours/days? I know there is do not disturb but I want it to still vibrate, not be completely silent. Pretty sure Sleep Cycle is free (EDIT: Not free, I'm just dumb), tracks body movements, and can be on the edge of your bed instead of next to/under your brain. Also claims to be smart about waking you up at the end of REM cycles. Regarding your scheduling question: in short, no, not without jailbreaking unfortunately Thirst Mutilator fucked around with this message at 19:19 on Jan 16, 2014 |
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xzzy posted:But it's not. Whoops 
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I.W.W. ATTITUDE posted:How about a good Craigslist app? I've been using craigsmo, but it looks like poo poo, doesn't scale images correctly, and the listing previews seem broken. Dunno if it does multiple cities, but try Mokriya
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Heads up, Paypal is doing a promotion for 15% off certain values of iTunes credit if you're willing to give them money Fixed the link Thirst Mutilator fucked around with this message at 22:55 on Jan 28, 2014 |
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echinopsis posted:How dare you try to give advice that doesn't pertain to the topic of the thread. Reported My thread, MY RULES! If it actually isn't okay, let me know.
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I.W.W. ATTITUDE posted:I find it strange that the Google app has true full-screen browsing (top indicators disappear when you scroll down) while Chrome and Safari don't. Is this really the case or is there some option I can enable to get it on either one of them? Don't have the google app installed but if you mean indicators like the URL bar and back buttons, those definitely disappear for me?
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I.W.W. ATTITUDE posted:I mean this is what it looks like in Chrome: Oh, you mean the top bar. Fun fact: tapping the top bar will move your view from wherever you scrolled down, back to the top. That might be why they included the top bar?
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Baram posted:I keep forgetting to grab it when i see it asked and don't remember the name - what's the recommended app to track packages? Slice?
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Minidust posted:Looking for a good Craigslist App that can push-notify you of new listings based on search criteria. Don't mind spending a few bucks if the push works well, since I'm looking at apartments and hoping to get first crack at the good stuff! There is an exact IFTTT recipe for this. You'll need to use Boxcar to get notifications I believe though. EDIT: Look at this one. You give IFTTT a search craigslist search URL for a trigger and it'll SMS/Email/Do whatever action you choose. Thirst Mutilator fucked around with this message at 21:46 on Mar 4, 2014 |
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tuyop posted:What does the pantry button menu thing do in Paprika? More magic.
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IllegallySober posted:Right handed. Phone left front. Keys right front. Wallet right back. Hello fellow gentleman
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tuyop posted:...so how much does it cost to run a DDoS attack on a company? The moment a company pays for the DDoS to stop, if anyone else gets wind of it, other attackers can attack the company and demand money too. Similarly, there's no guarantee the attacker will stop if you pay them. Even if the attacker were nice enough to stop, your vulnerability to attack hasn't been fixed.
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teraflame posted:how the hell does Fantastical 2 justify its pricing? Its calendar better blow my mind. Woulda never bought it at 10 but it's been pretty worth the 3-5 bucks it goes on sale for. Natural language processing and the presentation are really nice, but it's not going to totally revolutionize how well you use a calendar.
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Lexicon posted:Yeah. The Mac one is the original if I'm not mistaken - I've had that one the longest and think of it as the 'canonical' Fantastical. It is, predictably, awesome. I think you mean "fantastic."
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smackfu posted:Went to the dentist for my cleaning yesterday. Promised to do better about flossing. Are there any apps that can help me not fail at this, like I've failed every other time? Put your floss in front of your toothbrush or something. Apparently you should be flossing first anyways.
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Xguard86 posted:If you need old texts and have them in some exported form just dump them into a google doc and use drive on your iphone. Or put them in evernote or dropbox or whatever note/reference thing you want. I bet with a little tweaking you could get a nice .csv to import as a spreadsheet. This. iOS's messages app allows search amongst all messages but it doesn't let you search a single conversation/group chat, and the search-all functionality is mediocre at best.
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obi_ant posted:It's been a while since I've used any RSS readers. I used to use Google's RSS, but now that's the way of the Dodo, what would you guys recommend? Feedly. EDIT: to qualify my response, I've used Feedly as it's free and suits my needs - but there are a good paid options. Can anyone sound off on Goodreader?
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Anyone have feelings regarding a new thread? or should I just update this one?
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Zigmidge posted:I feel something like this should go in the OP. People ask for Plex or nPlayer all the time. It's in the new OP I'm drafting 
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flosofl posted:Unless MFP released an update for the iPhone today They did! http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/09/myfitnesspal-update-brings-ios-8-healthkit-support-to-help-you-track-exercise-and-more
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Closing this thread to open up a new one, seeing as a few apps have started to support NC widgets and the 3rd party keyboards are stable-ish. EDIT: New thread
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