Androidprint Android App of the day

Well the Google Play market has been growing exponentially over the years, thanks to Google’s full support for the developers. Google has gone a step further, allowing top Android developers to directly reply directly to Google Play comments. 

This facility will surely enhance the goodwill and reputation of the Android developers, who can directly reach the end-customers. Only time will tell the true value of such a decision, since such an interaction may result in the development of new and innovative applications.  

Obviously the growth of the Android OS coupled with the support provided by Google has improved developer confidence on the Android market. Let’s discuss about the app launches of the day.  

Well today three apps of noticeable importance were launched, including Flipboard, TiVo android app and the Nike+ Running app.

Flipboard, one of the most popular news-reader app has officially reached the Google Play store for Android. Flipboard Android app will come preinstalled on Samsung's Galaxy S3 phone from any of the leading carriers. For all other it can be freely downloaded from the Google Play Store, worldwide.

The app’s developers have added Google+ and YouTube services to Flipboard. The app now allows users to connect Google+ account to Flipboard and see all the activity in the Circles in a beautiful magazine format. Additionally, the Flipboard app is now available in five new editions, including Germany, Italy, Korea, Netherlands and Spain. All other details can be seen on the company’s official blog here.

The second app of the day is the TiVo app for Android. During the day set-top recording major TiVo released its official app for the Android tablets. All TiVo users can use the app to search, browse, explore, and share comments without interrupting what is currently playing on their DVRs.

Some key features of the app include a channel guide, where users can schedule a recording up to 14 days in advance, add Season Pass recordings, or start playing a live show; a search function to find specific shows or movies; and an information screen where users can order a Season Pass and explore cast and crew information. Other details are available on the company’s official blog here.

The third app of the day is the Nike+ running app for Android. This app was originally launched for the iOS some time ago. The Android version is free of charge. The app uses the phone’s GPS and accelerometer to record distance, pace, and time. Its in-run audio feedback provides the metrics at every mile. The app can be downloaded from here.