There are a list of twitter apps for android each having their own pros and cons. Yesterday Hootsuite released HootSuite for Android and welcomed the robots.

Despite worldwide adoration, the HootSuite iPhone App seemed a bit lonely. So the thoughtful developers went back to the factory to build more robots including HootSuite for Android. In fact, they had so much fun, they made Lite (free) robots too.

HootSuite is a professional Twitter client that lets users manage their entire twitter experience from an easy – to – use interface. Business users are mostly fond of it as you could schedule tweets and look at data from the ow.ly links. There are two versions of the HootSuite for Android application, the free (lite) and the full version. Both the free and full versions feature multiple accounts with the lite being limited to only three accounts. Plus there is on-board click-through statistics tracking to see what’s working in (almost) real-time available in the full featured version only. The good thing about HootSuite is that it syncs your web profile to the phone .

Streams:

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You have the option after you login to view whichever stream you want. Home Feed, Mentions, Direct Message (inbox) and Sent, it all depends on the settings of your web application. It’s a real simple way of getting access  to your streams to view tweets. The overall layout of  HootSuite is clean, similar to Seesmic’s layout. I could see that they really had fun creating this application. With the flick of your finger (right or left) you could go through all of your streams with ease.

Profiles:

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Having the ability to view a follower’s profile is very convenient. The layout makes each section accessible with a tab to view. The tabs are as follows the Profile, Timeline, Mentions, Following stats, Follower Stats, Favorites and List. You have full access to a person’s profile all within this application.

Scheduling Tweets:

Scheduling tweets is an easy way to tweet while you away from your computer. HootSuite utilizes the same methods from it’s online web app, schedule for later. I’ve used it and it works as said, no glitches and no late tweets. If you see a tweet and you don’t have the time to retweet it save it for later .

Posting a Tweet and Retweeting:

It’s easy as 1-2-3 and send. Tweeting using the HootSuite App is very easy. Unlike seesmic you could see a calendar icon which allows you to schedule your tweets, it also has a camera icon and a link shortener icon both of these are on the seesmic app. You can edit your Retweet and see how many characters you have remaining.

Unmasking a Shortened Link:

I noticed that all links are unmasked to give you the full link  an excellent feature of HootSuite for Android. I will know if the link is broken or if it is spam. Thumbs up on that feature HootSuite!!

This is a roundup on the HootSuite for Android application.

Pros:

• Clean Layout and UI
• Very User Friendly
• A lot of Options
• Schedule for later
• Unmasking links
• Updates fast
• Syncs web profile to phone app

Cons:

• There are no cons at this moment well in my humble opinion if you do find a con please comment to let me know.

Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion and in no way did I receive compensation for this application review.

While the Android Market is  not as big as the Apple App Store, there are still applications to choose from. Some of them very useful while others less could be said of them. Here is part one on how I use my Android phone.

Astro File Manager

Once you mount your phone to your computer and gain access to the SD card you could drag files onto the card, so you could take them with you. However, there is no native way of accessing that card via your phone. That is where Astro File Manager comes in. It is a simple application that gives you access to your SD to view the files that you transferred over from your computer.

WaveSecure

Wave Secure is an application that could be used to backup SMS, contacts and call logs. It is an alternative to MobileMe for the iPhone that could be used to lock down your phone if stolen, and also wipe data. Its an  easy and simple way for me to backup my info.

Dolphin Browser:

When I got my Droid about a week later they confirmed that it was a multi-touch device also. Sometimes I hated to double tap just to zoom so I got the Dolphin browser app. It is fast, very responsive and it renders web pages with ease, though you know it could make do with some improvements. Its no Safari Mobile browser but its still something .

PdaNet:

In order to tether on an Android phone one has the option to root their phone (Only people willing to brick their phones should attepmt) or to purchase PdaNet for $29.00. I can attest that it works…well maybe not for the Sprint customers. Remember however even though your plan says unlimited please be careful what you use your tethering abilities to do.

**Update**

PdaNet is working on the Sprint Network

Flixster:

Everytime I think of a movie and what time should I go I always use the app flixster. It is a simple way of finding out which movies are out, which movies are blockbusters, which movies are coming out the current week.

WordPress For Android:

Since its release I have to say that this application is essential for on the go blogging. It is very easy to use and creating a post and reviewing comments. It is a must have if you are a wordpress blogger.

Shazam:

Shazam is a funny name for an app I must say, but it’s an app that works. No longer do you have to rely on Verizon’s V-Cast app just to be able to identify that song. Its a plus especially if I hear something I like I could get it right away and use it with my Spotify app.

Spotify:

The release of this application has not been announced and there are quite a few of us waiting for its release here in the US. Having an offline playlist and even the ability to search and play on the go is a plus. I love using it with shazam to discover new music on the go.

Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion and in no way did I receive compensation for these application reviews.

Mobile Defense is an application now in its beta form for Android Phones. I’ve seen where people refer to it as the Lojack for Android as that is what it does. I am really impressed by this application, praying that I do not have to actually use it one day, it could be a great app to have on your phone.

Locate and Find: 

The locate and find feature states that it will take up to 4 minutes to find your location. However it depends solely on the GPS transmitting your location. A text message is also sent to your phone which enables Mobile Defense to connect to your phone and your GPS to activate. Surprisingly it gives you a very accurate location so you know exactly where it is.

Details:

Once you click on the details option the tracking details are shown. You could view the location info, the phone status and the location providers. It gives you a very detailed tracking information, which is impressive. You could email yourself the information or simple close the box.

Alert:

You do have the option to play a sound (which is LOUD) and send a message or require a pin to unlock and send a message. Both are very effective and should aid with finding your phone. Only one issue it could be deactivated when pressing the back button . Hopefully they will address this problem.

Lock and Unlock:

Speaks for itself, it unlocks and locks the phone remotely. So if you have the pattern lock it will unlock your phone. One other issue it removes the pattern lock.

Mobile Defense is a very comprehensive app that could help with the easy recovery of your phone. With room for errors I should say, it is indeed a great application, with only a few minor issues. So it is therefore a great app to keep handy. If you hold your phone as close to your body as I do I doubt you will need it, its however better to be safe than sorry.

Today what I am going to show you is how I use my phone and some useful apps that you could find all over the web. Programs that will give you  the full experience of both your unlimited data plan and the  phone itself. There are not many apps out there  like the iPhone… and to get that kind of  experience I got the touch instead . Back to the Windows Mobile phone, even with less apps it is still a great phone and I have found quite a few programs that are very useful.

My Mobiler :

My Mobiler is an app that enables you to connect your WinMO phone to the computer. It gives one the ability to use their keyboard and mouse to send text messages and to write notes, best of all the screen shots. Go ahead give it a try link.

Clear Temp:

Like every computer a phone has cache and some cookie savers that could somewhat slow down your phone after some heavy surfing if you know what I mean. From using apps that take up some memory, looking at links from your pocket twit app, to watching YouTube videos all of those activities create useless memory usage. That is where Clear Temp comes in handy. This little app basically removes all unnecessary things that are cluttering your system. Give Clear Temp a try.

Internet Sharing:

Do I dare mention the Internet Sharing application that comes in very handy when there is no free network around? Ok I guess I will mention it. The internet sharing app is a god-send not only does it give me the ability to share the internet via Bluetooth pan or USB I can assure you that its fast. That is why I love my mobile phone, tethering is a breeze I have been doing it for 3 years if you catch my drift . Some phone companies actually leave this application installed while others like Verizon Wireless remove it. You do know of course that there is a hookup somewhere to get it back . 

Gmail Application :

Many Windows Mobile phone come with the capability to install Java based apps. The Omnia however is another story and so I searched for an app which would allow me to install Gmail on my phone. Yeah I could use the Microsoft email app but I am used to my Gmail.

Searching online forums will help there is so much information out there. I am happy with it as I have an almost desktop like experience with my Gmail. Search for the pack GC Java Pack.

PMRecorder:

If you think that you are going to call me and blackmail me I have news for you, this call is being recorded for quality assurance and for saving my butt if you try anything mister. This app comes in very handy. No I do not use it all the time only for certain important calls where people put you under the bus because they get into trouble that is my life saver.

Microsoft My Phone:

If you are like me one who loves to flash their phone with a new cooked rom then this application is for you. In terms of being free, it has the capability to sync text, contacts, photos and other important information that you may have on your phone. I do not use it to sync my contacts instead I use Google Sync which syncs my calendar and contacts on Google Voice, my Google Calender and if I have another phone it will sync to that one as well. They are very handy keep them in mind. You will never have to worry about losing a contact again.

So these are some of the applications on my phone for now. More to come later as everyday I am finding something new. I hope you found the list helpful for some of the apps. Remember Google is your best friend whenever you have a problem, or you need a program. He is always there to make your day.

I finally got it to run how I wanted it to with my software, transferred all of my information with Google sync and got my  Gmail working. Now I did have this annoying problem with the letters being too big, it was they were assuming everyone is practically blind, so they need a booster. I had to figure it out a bit, but I got it. I went into main menu at the bottom of my screen, then settings, system,then screen, then I selected Text Size, and I placed the adjuster in the middle. That helped the huge layout that had me scrolling forever to view large papers. One thing I am working on and will do after this week is figure out the Java software on this. So as of now I am just using the email client that Verizon gave. I more or less think they did it that way so we could use the sidebar widget, which has little or no use to me. But what the heck, I will maybe like it after a while. So far I am satisfied, after a day of use.

The speakerphone is awesome, loud and clear, the sound is great too. I have the 8gb one so I added my 8gb memory to it so it has a total of 16gb storage in it. Which is cool for $99.00. I have not tried my Jabra Bluetooth headset with it since I cannot use the inside ear headphones (tiny ear passage), but I will later. Plays the music really clear and loud which I like.  I transferred my ringtones to this new phone so my ringtones are on, so now I just have to wait until the ringback tones to work. Overall it is great!!!

Here are some pictures of it so far:

Now for me to start talking about the Blackberry, I have to say that I am very  disappointed with it. I will choose a Window Mobile phone or the iPhone (if I get it) and possibly the G1 over it any day. I tried today to do my multitasking that I normally do on a BB and gosh it was locking up on me, that silly hourglass kept on popping up. What I hated most is not being able to talk and surf at the same time, I can’t even receive IM’s while talking. God I missed my SkyFire it is way faster and I can go to any site and it will open. Opera Mini sucks!!! Sorry I just consider it a crappy phone for surfing and doing the normal things.

Speaking of which I want to decide should I get one of the new phones, maybe the HTC Touch Diamond 2 with Windows Mobile 6.5 or wait to see what new gadget is coming out? The best phone out there is the iPhone, just wish it was going to Verizon, yeah but it is with AT&T and I am not liking them right now. Not after that day I could not make or receive calls for over 3 hours.

Ok have to do some chores.