{"id":372,"date":"2021-10-11T08:14:47","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T08:14:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.batteries-company.com\/battery-care\/?p=372"},"modified":"2021-10-17T07:12:21","modified_gmt":"2021-10-17T07:12:21","slug":"top-15-best-google-android-apps-for-newbies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.batteries-company.com\/battery-care\/top-15-best-google-android-apps-for-newbies.htm","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Best Google Android Apps for Newbies"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you just nabbed a new Android smartphone or tablet, or are coveting one, which apps should you download immediately? Check out these 15 picks.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Android Apps to Grab<\/h3>\n

One of the best things about Google\u2019s Android mobile OS is the vast collection of crafty developers constantly working away on new mobile applications for Android phones and tablets. In other words, Android is all about the software. And there\u2019s certainly no shortage of Android apps.<\/p>\n

As such, navigating Google\u2019s Android Market can be intimidating for new or beginner users, to say the least. So we handpicked 15 free Android apps that every Google phone or tablet owner, whether you\u2019re a newbie or power-user, could benefit from installing.<\/p>\n

Keep moving for details and download links. (Note: The following apps were tested on a Motorola Atrix 4G running Android v2.2.1, but most should run on all new Android devices.)<\/p>\n

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Pandora Radio for Android<\/h3>\n

A variety of cool, free Internet radio applications exist for the Android platform, but none offer the same quality music catalogue and customization options as the free Pandora for Android app. Pandora is easy to setup and use: Create and account, log in, simply pick an artist or band you like and the application creates a custom \u201cstation\u201d based around that artist, with similar tunes, selected by other like-minded listeners.<\/p>\n

Twitter for Android<\/p>\n

Any and all Twitter users with Android devices should download the most popular Twitter app on the Market: the official Twitter for Android app. The software boasts an intuitive and visually appealing interface. And though more advanced, feature-packed apps exist-like Plume for example-Twitter for Android provides all the basic Twitter functionality you\u2019ll need for free, with no ads.<\/p>\n

Google Maps for Android<\/h3>\n

Google Maps is\u00a0the<\/em>\u00a0must-have mobile-mapping app for Android smartphones. View your current whereabouts on a Google map, based on GPS or cell-tower-location; get walking\/driving directions; share your current location with friends, via Google\u2019s \u201cLatitude\u201d service; and much more. All for free.<\/p>\n

ScoreMobile for Android<\/h3>\n

ScoreMobile is the Android-device-toting sports-nuts\u2019 dream app. The completely free app offers scores, statistics and more for a variety of sports and leagues, including both NFL and NCAA football, Major League Baseball, professional golf and NASCAR. Users looking for in-depth info on specific sports can find more full-features apps in the Market, but ScoreMobile is the best software for keeping tabs on a variety of game-types at once.<\/p>\n

TV Guide Mobile for Android<\/h3>\n

Installing the TV Guide Mobile app for Android is like keeping an always up-to-date copy of TV Guide in your pocket; you\u2019ll never have to look beyond the screen of your Android device to determine your current local TV options. Just enter your location and TV provider, and you instantly get all relevant TV listings. And you can set favorite-show reminders that integrate with your Google Calendar so you never miss an episode of\u00a030 Rock<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0Modern Family<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Amazon MP3 for Android<\/h3>\n

Amazon MP3 for Android is a must-have application for all mobile media enthusiasts. With simple navigation and a clean user interface, Amazon MP3 for Android makes it easy to find and purchase the songs and albums that you seek, over Wi-Fi or your cellular network. Free \u201cSongs of the Day\u201d mean you can frequently download new music without ever dropping a dime. And \u201cDaily Deal Albums\u201d are always available for $5 or less.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Dropbox for Android<\/h3>\n

Dropbox, a cloud-based storage service, makes it quick and easy to share files between Web-connected devices, including PCs, tablets and smartphones. Dropbox apps exists for all major mobile platforms, and you get 2.0 GB of free storage just for creating an account-more if you recommend the service to others. You simply load up your Dropbox with content, launch the Android app and everything within your dropbox is available to you via smartphone. You can also upload new content while on the go.<\/p>\n

Kindle for Android<\/h3>\n

The Kindle for Android e-reader application brings Amazon.com\u2019s collection of more than 750,000 digital books directly to your smartphone, so you can purchase books any time you have wireless connectivity and read whenever you have battery life<\/a>. Many classic books are free, and best-sellers start at just $9.99-less than what you\u2019d pay for a print version in a book store. You can preview books before buying and read them on multiple Kindle devices, thanks to the app\u2019s Whispersync technology, which transfers bookmarks and other annotations between devices.<\/p>\n

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Facebook for Android<\/h3>\n

Facebook for Android offers all the basic Facebook Web-functionality, including access to your battery news<\/a> feed and Friends\u2019 status updates. You can upload photos and view albums, as well as write on Friends\u2019 Walls and respond to posts on yours. A Facebook Places feature lets you \u201ccheck-in\u201d to various locations. And you can message connections via the app\u2019s built-in chat feature.<\/p>\n

Movies for Android (By Flixster)<\/h3>\n

Flixster\u2019s Movies software is a must-have app for all film buffs with Android devices. Find the closest theatres using the app\u2019s GPS or manually-entered location and mark your favorite theatres for easy access in the future. View show times, trailers and reviews from popular services like Rotten Tomatoes. Buy movie tickets using your Android device. And browse Flixster\u2019s collection of more than 60,000 DVDs for future viewing.<\/p>\n

Poynt for Android<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Poynt is the only mobile, local-search application for Android you\u2019ll ever need. The app uses your current location, based on GPS or user-input, to find the closest businesses, retailers, restaurants, gas prices, events and much more. Poynt offers a dedicated weather section, too. You can find local movie theatre listings and purchase tickets via Android. And the app integrates with your Google calendar and address book so you can quickly add contacts or events.<\/p>\n

SpeedTest.net Speed Test for Android<\/h3>\n

Ever wondered just how fast the wireless carrier\u2019s cellular network is in or around your home or office? Thanks to the free Speed Test for Android application from SpeedTest.net, you can determine upload and download speeds for cellular and\/or Wi-Fi networks. Just launch the app, hit \u201cBegin Test\u201d and you\u2019ll have a rough estimate of your network\u2019s upload and downloads speeds in a matter of seconds. And the app saves test results for future comparisons.<\/p>\n

Urbanspoon for Android<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve ever found yourself in a strange city with an empty stomach and a hankering for some quality cuisine, Urbanspoon for Android is the app for you. Simply enter your location, pick the kind of food your want, specify a price range and then \u201cshake\u201d the app for restaurant recommendations that fit your parameters. And you can click on the suggested restaurants for more information, including contact details and maps, reviews and Facebook integration for sharing your choices.<\/p>\n

Movela Netflix Queue Manager for Android<\/h3>\n

No official Netflix for Android application exists at the moment, but the next best thing is surely Movela\u2019s Netflix Queue Manager for Android. The app lets you search Netflix\u2019s vast movie library and browse films by category, manage both your DVD and \u201cinstant\u201d queues, rate movies and find recommendations based on your viewing habits-but unfortunately you cannot view Netflix streaming films.<\/p>\n

Angry Birds<\/h3>\n

Unless you choose to reside in the ground beneath a large stone, you\u2019ve likely heard of the phenomenon that is Angry Birds. Born on the iPhone, but eventually ported to most major mobile platforms, Angry Birds is the most popular mobile game ever-and it\u2019s free on Android. Launch different types of birds in attempts to topple obstacles, foil your piggy-adversaries and save your unborn avian-spawn from total demise. And if the first version isn\u2019t enough for you, Angry Birds Seasons is also available for free download.<\/p>\n

See also<\/p>\n

HTC sensation reviews<\/a><\/p>\n

Top 5 Attractive Widgets To Personalize Your Android Phone<\/a><\/p>\n

Top 10 Must Have iPad 2 Apps For New And Existing Users<\/a><\/p>\n

Top 10 Laptop Battery Usage Tips, Hacks and Tricks<\/a><\/p>\n

How to troubleshoot iOS 4 battery life problems<\/a><\/p>\n

Top 10 ways Google can boost android tablet sales<\/a><\/p>\n

11 Best Tablet Alternatives to the iPad<\/a><\/p>\n

How to Keep Your Laptop Battery and Smartphone Battery Going and Going<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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