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MoDaCo - Automatic Application Update Check (AppToDate?)

Paul over at MoDaCo is starting to get some interest in a new application he's developing - basically it involves developers providing some XML with their installer that ties in with some similar XML on the applications' download page on their web server.
When a new version is released, the XML on the download page is updated, "AppToDate" will check the download server and you'll be able to see that a new version is available.......
AstraWare, Developer One and SK-Tools have already expressed an interest in making their software work with "AppToDate".......what are you waiting for!?!?!
I'll stop babbling, this is what Paul posted over at MoDaCo "AppToDate"
I have a dream! OK, so it's not quite as ground breaking as some other dreams of our time, but it's a dream none the less. It goes something like this...
I have a whole bunch of software on my device. Probably 15 apps at least. I also write software, which is downloaded by a fair few people, both commercial and free. I like to ensure that my software on my device is up to date with the latest versions, and it's a right pain in the ****. Not only that, I'd like my end users to have the latest versions installed to get the best possible experience... and to facilitate that I have to write a custom update checker into each of my applications. Fine for big apps, not great for quickly rustled up apps or tweaks.
But there could be another way.
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What if you could have an application that lived on the device, that wasn't tied to any one application or vendor, that could check for updates for everything installed on your device? IMHO, that would be awesome. A dream. For such an approach to work, you'd need a few things...
Someone to write the update application, and to develop it. A community project perhaps?
The update application MUST be FREE for end users and developers
The update application MUST be easy for developers to plug in to
The application needs to be used by end users!
Freeware developers need to use the application!
Commercial developers need to use the application!
Now here comes the audience participation part - if you are a user, would you like to see such an application? If you are a developer - either freeware or commercial - would you like - and would you use - such an application? Make your voice heard here, and if there's an appetite for this, let's make it happen! I'll be updating this topic to list developers who would like to be involved.
Oh, I forgot to mention... I've basically written the update application! It's simple, has plenty of scope for future development, can update itself (of course) and in order to be used by a 3rd party, just needs an XML file dropped into the updater directory from your install CAB, and a current version XML on your server!
Beautiful! The response to this topic will determine how much time I spend on getting it production ready
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Lend your support to this - with all the updates for various applications flying around, it's an almost impossible task to know if you're running the latest and greatest version - hopefully it will grow into a REALLY useful tool.
Thanks for listening
Mark.

OMNIMO 3 WP7 For your Desktop!

The Time Has Come!
Omnimo 3 has been released
http://fediafedia.deviantart.com/art/Omnimo-3-for-Rainmeter-158707137?q=&qo=
With LOTS of new features and addons!!!
—RELEASE———————————————————————————————
The long awaited 3rd version of Omnimo is finally here! There is a good reason why it took so long to complete - for one, unlike Omnimo 2, this is a mind-blowingly large update. You might say that the whole thing was completely redone, adding tons of new features, a whooping amount of new panels, text items and extras. You won't be disappointed with all the new improvements and possibilities! Additionally to the updated product - we have launched the omnimo website which contains a panels marketplace. You can extend the features of omnimo by downloading additional panels, text items and even custom languages!
CLEAR TASKBAR VS WHICH I FORGOT: [link]
—WHAT IS OMNIMO———————————————————————————————
It’s a Windows Phone 7 inspired multifunctional interactive desktop information center based on rainmeter. This suite will turn your desktop into a productive and attractive workarea , delivering only the information you need. Every interactive tile gives you information at a glance, and can be easily customized to your needs. Unlike the initial Metro design, Omnimo gives you limitless customization potential, you can customize just about every aspect of it!
—WHAT'S INCLUDED———————————————————————————————
Omnimo.rmskin - self extracting installation file for rainmeter containing the suite
readme.txt - contains faq, read it in case you run into any problems
ClearVS - a clear taskbar visual style (see above, i forgot it)
—HOW TO INSTALL———————————————————————————————
Make sure you have Rainmeter 1.3 installed, then just double click the Omnimo.rmskin file, the extraction might take a minute or two, after that you'll be guided by the Intro.
—PROBLEM———————————————————————————————
There might be some last minute bugs. Report any issues you might encounter in the comments or by email: omnimosupport[at]gmail.com
—CREDITS———————————————————————————————
Omnimo 3 was developed by fediaFedia and Xyrfo
Thanks to Varelse42, Giblet and poiru for their contribution to the project.
Credits to Kaelri, Gavatx, Flo, joshj132, x966123, kenz0, chrfb, JSMorley, gerguter
Beta testers: Bruno, AndrewDBarker
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Wallpapers in the preview: Dvno II by kon, InterfaceLIFT
If I forgot someone, please tell!
—LICENSE———————————————————————————————
Zune, Windows Phone 7, the Windows Phone 7 UI are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Omnimo UI was created for customization purposes only, with no intent to infringe upon the trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The project is not using, even partially, any code from Windows Phone 7 and has been done enterely from scratch.
Omnimo is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License.
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Never heard of this...is this for the HD2 or for windows computer?

New Version of Businessweek News V1.7 (Free)

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Seia, Tripper, Apps For Me, Caster interesting apps for bada 2.0

Hi All
i was looking for Caster on google to find out how it work and i came across an interesting article on bada developers site
Four kinds of service applications based on bada 2.0 - Seia, Tripper, Apps For Me, Caster - were exhibited at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. The Seia application lets you keep and share precious memories with the Lifelog service. The Tripper application lets you chart your moving path and landmarks using the Location service and share with others. The Apps For Me application provides personalized recommendations for people who want to purchase applications. The Caster service facilitates instant sharing between PC web browsers and mobile phones through Push.
In particular, visitors were especially excited over Apps For Me and Caster.
Apps For Me
The Apps For Me application provides recommendations based on application usage logs; these usage logs accumulate on the terminal since bada 2.0. By analyzing the log, the OSP server extracts user preferences based on the usage history and makes recommendations based on similarities. Especially, the package sharing for Apps For Me is a very cool feature. You can create/share packages with applications and get recommendations by package unit. User information is anonymous.
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​Nowadays, there are too many applications. The crowded application market place is confusing for users; what application should they downloaded or what application do they need? Visitors to Apps For Me said that they really loved the smart recommendations from Apps For Me. Fortunately, the bada 1.2 based Apps For Me will be available soon in Samsung Apps and bada 2.0 based Apps For Me will be integrated to the Samsung Apps in the bada phone.
Caster
Caster provides instant sharing between PC web browsers and mobile phones. You can send URLs from a page directly to your phone. As well as URLs, some images, videos, text, phone numbers, and locations included in web pages also can be sent. These contents are then specially formatted for mobile phones. For example, for a phone number, you can dial it directly; or for a location, you can see the map of that location. In addition to transferring to your mobile, you can share contents with friends through Caster. Caster is noteworthy because it will change how web content is consumed by people. Members of the press, as well as regular visitors, were greatly interested in Caster with its simple but useful features. Visitors asked how they could get Caster right now, but unfortunately they will have to wait until the bada 2.0 release.
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Best Regards

caster is cool. at least i wanted a app like this but doesnt know how to send my data from pc to phone...

Tripper you can get everywhere... for free.

adfree said:
Tripper you can get everywhere... for free.
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[infos][Updated] Android 4.2 Key Lime Pie :More official specifications

Jelly Bean Android version 4.1 and announced a few months ago by Google, has already his successor. It would be called, according to the latest rumors, Key Lime Pie or tart limes in French and is labeled with the number 4.2.
It is the site Android and Me brings us the latest news, with an internal source who has provided accurate information in the past.
According to them, this new version bring a personalization center, Project Roadrunner, or updating applications Google Play Now Google and video player.
The personalization center:
According to the source, a personalization center will be available to change ringtones, language packs, wallpapers, launcher, and a few other customizable filters. Certain assumptions are talking about custom themes introduced by the manufacturers, but that would be only a supplement and not pre-installed interface directly fused to the system time. This center is primarily a convenient way to allow the average consumer to make some basic customizations. The range of options can obviously be extended via Google Play.
This new system will allow manufacturers to provide their own interfaces manufacturers through this new center. When updates to Android if the manufacturer fails to provide a version compatible with the theme, simply return the terminal to the classic user interface.
So it sounds like a dream come true. Google may have finally found a solution that will allow consumers to update the Android operating system base, without having to wait for the new version of the interface builder.
The Roadrunner Project:
Somewhat in the same spirit as the Butter Project on Android 4.1, which allows an increase in the number of FPS (note: the number of frames per second), the Roadrunner Project will improve battery life by optimizing and reduced power consumption, allowing improved overall autonomy.
Update Google Play Now Google and video player:
Play Google: it is enhanced with new features such as personalized search - Optional integration with promotions - Improved notifications and improved in-app purchase;
Now Google: Google voice assistant now offer a user guide that will, for example, ask such questions as: "How do I enable Bluetooth? "Or" How can I reduce the brightness? "Facilitating these operations for novice users;
The native video player: it would benefit from an update regarding APIs and codecs will probably accounting expanded video formats, allowing the development of a new application dedicated to this medium.
It should be borne in mind that all this must be considered as a rumor, even if that source is reliable. Ilandroid-4-2-visits seems that Google has also begun to distribute devices to its employees since some sites are beginning to see the emergence of Android 4.2 in their statistics.
The concept of a certification program for Google Nexus is not excluded given the number of phones provided by Google this year. This will allow the web giant to take a little more control over certain issues and improve the Android experience.
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there should be a way to give negative somethings. like a no thanks button.
http://androidandme.com/2012/10/news/retraction-recent-android-4-2-rumors-were-fake/

Oh, for the love of God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By the way, the website that posted this has retracted its statement and said that the source was not reliable.
Also, the OP should be stung by a wasp. A big one! (>_>)

This is the second KLP thread you have started, and the last one was locked!
This one will be soon....
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8 locked threads to your name.....and still you don't learn!
Let's try and make it 9
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What part of search before you post is not clear? You created a thread just like this one that was closed already so you create a new one? There is already a 4.2 thread. Use that one instead of creating a new one.
Thread closed.
also I must mention a lot of these rumors were reported as being false today