App Inventor: It begins! - Nexus One General

just got my confirmation from google, app inventor is up and running! i think it would be a good idea to maybe get a thread goin for everything app inventor/a help page for using it. just a thought

Dear Google,
GIVE ME MY CONFIRMATION EMAIL!!!
I'll give you a cookie.
-Blueman

I go one, I tried it, turns out I still fail :')

I got mine a couple of weeks ago. It will definitely take some learning on my part. Fun though. It would be nice to have a thread for tips and tricks. I wrote a little about it on my blog, link below in my signature.

I signed up for it a couple weeks ago. Do I have to be a registered developer in order to receive the invitation?

Got my invite too.

I didn't get my invite but I am able to get in and create projects.

difrnt said:
I didn't get my invite but I am able to get in and create projects.
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care to explain?

Blueman101 said:
care to explain?
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I'll explain. he is a current member and opened a new account just to see the 100's of people that are going to ask the same thing. congrats, you are No. 1

sstang2006 said:
I'll explain. he is a current member and opened a new account just to see the 100's of people that are going to ask the same thing. congrats, you are No. 1
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Wrong... but nice try.
I simply was logged into my Google account and went to the app inventor page there was a my projects link on the top. I clicked it, I was able to access app inventor. As a word of caution make sure you have the app inventor extras installed prior to trying to use the blocks, it can / will be kind of screwy if you don't.

Now we'll need a new section on XDA..
xda-developers > Android Development and Hacking >Android CrApps

khaytsus said:
Now we'll need a new section on XDA..
xda-developers > Android Development and Hacking >Android CrApps
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lolz. has anyone actually successfully made an app using this?

Made the tutorial hellopurr app in about 5 minutes...the install was about 4mb though

I'm able to log in with out an invite too. Cool!

I've made some little things with it.
I need it to be able to parse RSS, or at least XML, before I'm able to implement any of my actual wanted-app ideas with it, though.

Hi All,
We just enabled another batch of accounts for access to App Inventor.
Due to some technical difficulties the email notifications may be
delayed. So if you requested access, please feel free to try to login
at http://appinventor.googlelabs.com to see if your account is enabled
yet.
For those people who have not yet been granted access, we appreciated
your patience as we ramp up access to App Inventor.
The App Inventor Team

khaytsus said:
Now we'll need a new section on XDA..
xda-developers > Android Development and Hacking >Android CrApps
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I don't know, I think it does have SOME potential. Believe it or not, there are people like me out there with VERY limited java experience that have some neat app ideas. I'm looking forward to seeing what I can do with the inventor.
I do agree that everybody and their mother will probably be making the stupid "click the cat to hear a purr" app knockoff .
There should be a marketplace filter for app inventor apps so you know what you're signing up for haha

Devastatin said:
Hi All,
We just enabled another batch of accounts for access to App Inventor.
Due to some technical difficulties the email notifications may be
delayed. So if you requested access, please feel free to try to login
at http://appinventor.googlelabs.com to see if your account is enabled
yet.
For those people who have not yet been granted access, we appreciated
your patience as we ramp up access to App Inventor.
The App Inventor Team
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So what I just read: Google can't send emails.
I tried it for giggles, nothing for me. I guess I'll have to wait to make those fart machines.

unknownrebelx said:
I do agree that everybody and their mother will probably be making the stupid "click the cat to hear a purr" app knockoff .
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¿Click the cat to hear a purr?
¡¡HOLY FU***NG COW I WANT ONE OF THOSE!!

Got my invite as well. Give it a whirl tomorrow while I need to pass some time.

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MyLifeIsAndroid.com has officialy launched! Nexus One Giveaway!

Hey guys!
Thanks for beta testing MyLifeIsAndroid.com
To show my appreciation I am giving away a new Nexus One. (No not mine )
Learn more here http://mylifeisandroid.com/profiles/blogs/mylifeisandroidcom-has
Andy
No offense, but why do you want so much private info, such as my full name, my birthday, etc? Make that stuff 100% optional.
Does this Nexus One have a front-mounted camera? Me wants!!!
pjcforpres said:
No offense, but why do you want so much private info, such as my full name, my birthday, etc? Make that stuff 100% optional.
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Hey I completely understand
Birthday is for my host to confirm you are old enough to use the site
Full Name- Doesn't really matter if you use your full name you could use a username.
It's not asking for so much private info such as your address or social security number
kobecamp2009 said:
Hey guys!
Thanks for beta testing MyLifeIsAndroid.com
To show my appreciation I am giving away a new Nexus One. (No not mine )
Learn more here http://mylifeisandroid.com/profiles/blogs/mylifeisandroidcom-has
Andy
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Check your PM!
peliROJO said:
Does this Nexus One have a front-mounted camera? Me wants!!!
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I get it.
10char
peliROJO said:
Does this Nexus One have a front-mounted camera? Me wants!!!
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Lol.. This is getting really F***ed up.. stop messing with him!
cant get past the sign up
It is in a loop. I signed up. it throws me to sign in page. When I hit submit it throws me to the sign up page. I cant use your site if I cant log in.
texasaggie1 said:
It is in a loop. I signed up. it throws me to sign in page. When I hit submit it throws me to the sign up page. I cant use your site if I cant log in.
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Thats weird! Whats your username for the site, let me see if your signed up
Twitter? No! I hate twitter, don't make me Twitter! Seriously, I want to enter, but I don't want a twitter account.
Marine6680 said:
Twitter? No! I hate twitter, don't make me Twitter! Seriously, I want to enter, but I don't want a twitter account.
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The contest is based of twitter :/
Oh well, I don't twitter or have a YouTube account.
fubaya said:
Oh well, I don't twitter or have a YouTube account.
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Oh well, I don't twitter or have a YouTube account.
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Thank you much will enter upon awakening... must sleep long drive.
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Just one small point - while registering, we are required to answer the question "Which company does Android belong to".. I entered "it's open source software", and I was told it's the wrong software. I was able to proceed when I entered "google".
I think you should allow the answers "open source" or at least "open handset alliance" rather than just "google". Just a nitpick, though
rohandhruva said:
Just one small point - while registering, we are required to answer the question "Which company does Android belong to".. I entered "it's open source software", and I was told it's the wrong software. I was able to proceed when I entered "google".
I think you should allow the answers "open source" or at least "open handset alliance" rather than just "google". Just a nitpick, though
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But... Google is the company that literally owns Android. They started the concept, and now are at Android 2.2 Froyo. The answer 'Google' is perfect. Open handset is just a group that companies have joined in creating the best user experience for smartphones, and that do that with the Android platform.
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But... Google is the company that literally owns Android. They started the concept, and now are at Android 2.2 Froyo. The answer 'Google' is perfect. Open handset is just a group that companies have joined in creating the best user experience for smartphones, and that do that with the Android platform.
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Anyone have an idea for a less confusing question?
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But... Google is the company that literally owns Android. They started the concept, and now are at Android 2.2 Froyo. The answer 'Google' is perfect. Open handset is just a group that companies have joined in creating the best user experience for smartphones, and that do that with the Android platform.
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Agreed that Google is a major and the most visible player in the Android arena. However, technically, since Android is an open source project, other companies can (and do?) submit code. Also, if someone refers to Wikipedia entry for Android, the company is listed as OHA. I'd suggest that the answer OHA be allowed, in addition to Google. Anyway, don't mean to hijack the thread -- it's a small issue!
kobecamp2009, if all you're trying to do is avoid automated signups, why not ask questions like other sites do -- "what is 2+2" and so on
rohandhruva said:
Agreed that Google is a major and the most visible player in the Android arena. However, technically, since Android is an open source project, other companies can (and do?) submit code. Also, if someone refers to Wikipedia entry for Android, the company is listed as OHA. I'd suggest that the answer OHA be allowed, in addition to Google. Anyway, don't mean to hijack the thread -- it's a small issue!
kobecamp2009, if all you're trying to do is avoid automated signups, why not ask questions like other sites do -- "what is 2+2" and so on
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Good idea I changed it
What's this site about? There's no information on what the site is or its purpose. Not enough info for me to want to sign up.

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Check it out! Push notifications for Facebook and twitter
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So how does it work exactly? Do i give that developer access to my facebook??
Yes, something we do with any third party app
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Can't even register an account. Just get the "Sorry, an error has occurred" message. Anyone have this happen? Or a workaround? Or an explanation?
minyaen said:
Can't even register an account. Just get the "Sorry, an error has occurred" message. Anyone have this happen? Or a workaround? Or an explanation?
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Yep, same here.
Same error here too
any help would be welcomed!!
I'm in the same boat
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app update from the dev
email from developer below:
yes, we know about the error. Very sorry, unfortunately the writer of that article didnt check with us before publishing and unfortunately right now we won't have the app back running again for about 30 days. we are in the proccess of purchasing a new server for use by the app.
very sorry, and thanks for the interest in the app!
rhotwire said:
email from developer below:
yes, we know about the error. Very sorry, unfortunately the writer of that article didnt check with us before publishing and unfortunately right now we won't have the app back running again for about 30 days. we are in the proccess of purchasing a new server for use by the app.
very sorry, and thanks for the interest in the app!
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the developer should take it offline till its ready for use to avoid any bad publicity. Nice initiative tough.
rhotwire said:
email from developer below:
yes, we know about the error. Very sorry, unfortunately the writer of that article didnt check with us before publishing and unfortunately right now we won't have the app back running again for about 30 days. we are in the proccess of purchasing a new server for use by the app.
very sorry, and thanks for the interest in the app!
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I sent him an email 2 days ago, bastard didn't respond lol

Develop a market?

Okay so I have thought about this for a long time.
I want to develop a Market, but I don't know were to start... So I need help with this. Maybe we can make a development team of this?
What I can do:
- Supply with Servers (MySQL, FTP etc)
- code in eclipse (I'm not a hardcore coder)
- design the app
I guess you can have a listview to begin with that takes data from a JSON from a MySQL database. Well I'm not really sure.
So if any is interested, post here on this thread or send a PM to me
I know it's a lot of work... Please don't remind me about that, lol.
See this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1135340
It would be very useful.
ppirate said:
See this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1135340
It would be very useful.
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that doesnt appear to have anything to do with this topic. they are discussing how to compile and package native c binaries for android. the only thing that comes close is the discussion of opkg
If u need any apk's to stock it let me know. I have somewhere in the ballpark of about 1400. I would need to go through them all 2 remove all the paid apps 1st though.
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htccraze said:
If u need any apk's to stock it let me know. I have somewhere in the ballpark of about 1400. I would need to go through them all 2 remove all the paid apps 1st though.
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Okay I'll do that. For the moment the market has to be developed.
lol. yea i figured that part but i just wanted to throw it out there since i seen your post.
excited to see what comes of it.
You could probably just take a look at the AOSP source code, specifically the market code, and get started from there.

Beware!! Fake Apps!

I see there are already several threads made on different dates on this, but a friend of mine had experienced problems and I researched it and found that it was this http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20049004-245.html. Just thought I'd let you guys know, be careful. =D
As long you dont download pirated apps i think you will be fine.
More Disturbing Article to Read Posted Recently
Here's my advice:
1. - NEVER install an app outside the Android Market unless you know exactly what the app does, and only if it comes from a legit website.
2. - Take the time to learn the Basics of Android Permissions and what they do.
3. - If you are unsure why an app needs a permission, email the dev. If the guy's legit, he will email you back or make an update in the market description.
4. - If all else fails, read the comments posted about the app. If something seems strange to you, chances are that somebody else is thinking the same thing...
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I see there are already several threads made on different dates on this, but a friend of mine had experienced problems and I researched it and found that it was this http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20049004-245.html. Just thought I'd let you guys know, be careful. =D
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Lol it'd be a fail if you had your phone on airplane mode
BravoMotorola said:
Lol it'd be a fail if you had your phone on airplane mode
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lolz i hadn't thought about that one haha
I wish cm7 is available now so we can set the permission to exactly how i want on each app.
Phalanx7621 said:
I see there are already several threads made on different dates on this, but a friend of mine had experienced problems and I researched it and found that it was this http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20049004-245.html. Just thought I'd let you guys know, be careful. =D
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lmao thats such a great idea. haha. make an app. put it on the market. make another app. post it on the file-sharing sites. and let the pirates eat it for breakfast (not captain crunch). i applaud the dev of this app. this my friends is how pirates will be stopped.
lsxrx7 said:
I wish cm7 is available now so we can set the permission to exactly how i want on each app.
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you can do this with LBE Privacy Guard
Alot of the devs who make these apps are pirates themselves!! Considering they steal other peoples artwork and claim it as their own.
What I'm referring to in particular are the many different multiples of the same damn live wallpapers all put out by at least 5 or 6 different devs!! Yeah I'm sure they all own the rights to those images! Sure! I don't even think these people properly thank the original artist let alone give them a cut!!
Also how about all these damn apps that install different boot animations on your phone. Do you really think they ask the creators if its ok if they use their boot animations?? Hell no!!
What about the fact that half these damn apps show up on the market for say 4.99 last for around a month then mysteriously disappear!! Gee, talk about thievery!!
lsxrx7 said:
I wish cm7 is available now so we can set the permission to exactly how i want on each app.
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Check out "Permissions Denied"...
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How to get app reviewed and increase the downloads??

People who has downloaded the app used it have given good rating and feedback. But still downloads are not at all increasing.
All my request to app info sites for review has not been replied or they will ask for money
Looks like there is no scope for good developers with no budget
prakash.jai said:
People who has downloaded the app used it have given good rating and feedback. But still downloads are not at all increasing.
All my request to app info sites for review has not been replied or they will ask for money
Looks like there is no scope for good developers with no budget
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That's not true: if the app is worth it will be reviewed by some important site such as xda portal (for free) and will start getting a good amount of downloads. Of course you need to keep on promoting on the forums etc.
By the way, what's your application?
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That's not true: if the app is worth it will be reviewed by some important site such as xda portal (for free) and will start getting a good amount of downloads. Of course you need to keep on promoting on the forums etc.
By the way, what's your application?
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I don't know it was my experience till now. Had sent review request for several sites but without any luck.
BTW my app is True Launcher on Play
prakash.jai said:
I don't know it was my experience till now. Had sent review request for several sites but without any luck.
BTW my app is True Launcher on Play
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I can't find it. Maybe there is a problem with the distribution settings in the developer console?
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I've had more success sharing my app on Reddit and tweaking the keywords in the description than with review sites myself.
I have also added a review prompt in the latest version which seems to be helping so far, fingers crossed.
pathetic sessaal
elban said:
I can't find it. Maybe there is a problem with the distribution settings in the developer console?
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I can see True launcher as first result in the play as well when i searched on google it is coming as fist result
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dotnick said:
I've had more success sharing my app on Reddit and tweaking the keywords in the description than with review sites myself.
I have also added a review prompt in the latest version which seems to be helping so far, fingers crossed.
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I will try in Reddit
any other sites where i can try
elban said:
That's not true: if the app is worth it will be reviewed by some important site such as xda portal (for free) and will start getting a good amount of downloads. Of course you need to keep on promoting on the forums etc.
By the way, what's your application?
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node to the explaination. :cyclops:
AnTuTuLabs said:
node to the explaination. :cyclops:
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I got some downloads after creating a link in reddit. Thanks
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I got some downloads after creating a link in reddit. Thanks
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Google Play has some free channel to help developers promote their apps, but that requires some downloads in some days or something like that.
So, you can try make cooperation with someone, and recommand your app via partner channel.
then you may have the chance of listing in Top New Free to Google Play. :laugh:
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Google Play has some free channel to help developers promote their apps, but that requires some downloads in some days or something like that.
So, you can try make cooperation with someone, and recommand your app via partner channel.
then you may have the chance of listing in Top New Free to Google Play. :laugh:
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How to find or where can i find the partner channels ?
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How to find or where can i find the partner channels ?
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I think here XDA forum is also a place for hunting partners :lol
Getting some websites to review your app sure can be challenging. Those websites get hundreds of emails a day and it is hard to scan through all of them, but some of them might pick you up on the offer.
I personally posted on Reddit and it didn't get much attention...I might need to try it again, but maybe people didn't like the app...
AnTuTuLabs said:
Google Play has some free channel to help developers promote their apps, but that requires some downloads in some days or something like that.
So, you can try make cooperation with someone, and recommand your app via partner channel.
then you may have the chance of listing in Top New Free to Google Play. :laugh:
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Hi,
What channel are you talking about? is it Top New lists or something else?
Congratulations for your successful apps, i see that you've done a great job with them and it pays well
Any recommendations for partener channels?
Thanks
AnTuTuLabs said:
Google Play has some free channel to help developers promote their apps, but that requires some downloads in some days or something like that.
So, you can try make cooperation with someone, and recommand your app via partner channel.
then you may have the chance of listing in Top New Free to Google Play. :laugh:
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Sorry, what do you mean with "some downloads"? 10k? 100k? Thank you..
I believe that the best always rises to the top.You do not even need to market your app.It only takes a man to download your app and get the ball rolling.If your blog is interesting and useful,you don’t need to do much else.Example of this is the popularity of Instagram.
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I believe that the best always rises to the top.You do not even need to market your app.It only takes a man to download your app and get the ball rolling.If your blog is interesting and useful,you don’t need to do much else.Example of this is the popularity of Instagram.
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This only works for some very special cases; for the others, a bit of "push" is necessary.
To my mind, the quality of the app does evrything by itself.
We had the same problem after we have launched (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/good-weather/id601784766).
We found out that the best way is to approach our users who were engaged with the app.
We thought of a compelling way to ask them to rate us at the store /share the app with a friend/ tweet etc and it worked beyond our expectations...
Bottom line - when you ask someone who likes you nicely at the right time you are much more likely get respond.
We have since decided to develop it to a product which other developers can use - www.kudos-kit.com
Right now Reddit is a good way to promote your app, but best way is here in XDA.
Also, post it on forums allways can help a lot, since most of review sites are not free....

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