XPERIA Z/ZL - Must Have Apps (Try and Suggest More)

[year2013]

Hi guys,
I switched back to Sony Xperia, this time Xperia Z.
Here I want to share some of the must have apps specifically for Xperia Z, similar thread I had created for other Sony Xperia Range & Samsung Galaxy Range (you can check the link in my Signature).
I will keep updating the list regularly, if you any awesome app specific to Xperia Z, please suggest !!

Note: I will NOT include apps which requires ROOT, for best root related apps check this thread created by Android_United
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1569607

TOP APPS FOR SONY XPERIA Z/ZL
01. SUPERNOTE ASUS - direct write your notes
02. EXDIALER - Fast n Smart T9 Dialer with theme, plugin suppport, the VERY BEST, I really hate the default one
03. SOLID EXPLORER - its is a file manager with two independent panels
04. MY SCRIPT CALCULATOR - The Free handwriting calculator
05. MULTICON WIDGET - Must have for to accommodate as many apps in less area, keeps screen clear
06. NEWS REPUBLIC - Awesome view on Note 2's BIG screen, one of the best apps for all the news and info, I like it more than Flipboard.
07. POWER CONTROLS best, no need of any other toggle app or battery status bar app, its all in one. Alternative: SWITCH PRO WIDGET
08. ILLUMINATION BAR NOTIFICATION - every XS owner know this - Waiting to test on Xperia ZL
09. I SEE YOU - just like the Samsung Stay Awake functionality when you are looking at the screen, suggested by herng5417
10. LIGHT MANAGER LED SETTINGS - it configures LED color and its flashing frequency for notifications (still in Beta for Note 2)

11. EZPDF READER - the best PDF reader available.
12. CINE TRAILER - download the movie trailers in HD format to see awesome videos on giant screen.
13. GOTYA-FACE TRAP - Do you want to know who's using your device, stealing it, or just opening it up and snooping around.
14. DROIDEMU - One of the best emulators
15. RECEIPT - quickly make shopping lists and review previously bought items
16. CONTACTS+ - everyday contacts & dialer app, msging, whatsapp, facebook, etc
17. ZEDGE - one stop for all the wallpapers & ringtones.
18. ANDROID PRO WIDGETS - advanced widgets package with many themes and features
19. PIXLR EXPRESS - More than 600 effects, overlays, and borders to personalize any image, free. Recommend

20. SCREEN MAKER - allows to connect 2 images: screenshot and smartphone image
21. NOVA LAUNCHER - one of the best
22. METROSTATION ICON PACK - Free icons, best combination with Nova Launcher.
23. SPREADSHEET - Excel support, many powerful features.
24. SPLASHTOP - easiest and fastest remote desktop app to access your Windows or Mac from your Note 2.
25. MX PLAYER - one of the best way to enjoy your movies.
26. OOVOO - FREE 12-way HD Group Video Chat
27. WALLPAPER CHANGER - Change your wallpaper with one click or automatically every X minutes.
28. NO LED - Display custom notification icons/dots on the screen.
29. ULTIMATE CUSTOM WIDGET (UCCW) - Make your own widgets easily
30. TILES UCCW SKIN - For UCCW

31. CIRCLE BATTERY DISC WIDGET - Beautiful free circular battery widget Recommend
32. BATTERY BAR SYSTEM PANEL - simple and beautiful system panel battery widget Recommend
33. MOTIONGRAPH - Amaze your friends with a photo that moves
34. 1TAP QUICK BAR - it is the best notification customization app for Android.
35. DROPDOWN WIDGET - it simple homescreen widget will expand your status bar with a single press Recommend
36.
37. DISPLAY ORIENTATOR - allows you to change the screen orientation from any application Recommend
38. PHOTO GRID - Free collage maker and no Limitation at all
39. SPREAD SHEET PRO - Spreadsheet: Excel support, many powerful features
40. STOCK TICKER PRO - its a live wallpaper for those who wants to keep track of stock/equities

41. SMART CONNECT - allows you to decide what happens when you connect to smart tags, usewith Smart Tags Recommend
42. APPLE TV MEDIA - this app you can unleash the power of your AppleTV with your Android phone
43. AVIARY PHOTO EDITOR - a powerful photo editor for quick and easy way to edit our photos on the go with no fuss.
44. DTV INDIA - Now Enjoy Live Sports & other Live Indian TV Channels on DTV ON THE GO
45. UMANO - read News to you
46. BUTTON SAVIOR - you can use this App to simulate hardware keys on screen without having to root your device Recommend
47. FILE TOOLS - using it you can simply rename the files in one go.
48. SLIDING MESSAGING - easily manage text messages in a new and up to date format compliant with the Android design guidelines
49. PERAPP - it lets you customize your device with per-application individualized settings
50. SCREEN FILTER - it applies a shade that acts as a dimmer to ensure your eyes don't hurt. Far more powerful than Android's built-in brightness setting. Great for low-light gaming, web browsing, and eBook reading. It even saves battery life for AMOLED displays


WIRELESS/TRANSFER RELATED STARTS
51. AVIA MEDIA PLAYER - if you have Multiple Android devices at your home
52. PHOTO TRANSFER APP - If you have androids & iOS devices try this for Photo transfers Recommend
53. AIRDROID - free app that lets you wirelessly manage your Android from your favorite browser.
54. EMIT - free app that lets you wirelessly manage your Android from your favorite browser.
55. TEAM VIEWER - remotely access computers from your android device
56. SPLASHTOP 2 REMOTE DESKTOP - remote desktop app to access your Win/Mac from your phone or tablet, anywhere, anytime
57. CLOUD PRINT - it allows you to print files from your phone to your printer
58. DROPBOX - its is a free service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere
59. MIGHTY TEXT - Text from your Computer or Tablet, using your current Android phone number
60. CLOUD SMS - it run on both your Android phone and tablet to allow you to send and receive SMS messaging from your tablet


IF YOU FIND THESE USEFUL HIT THANKS BUTTON, more coming..

if you know any unique/useful application please suggest, thanks.

 

[carlover76]

There is one app from Sony called the My Xperia which I find it is good. Once you install in your Xperia, it will become part of the menu settings and this app helps you to locate your phone, lock and wipe off the data on your phone if you lost your phone.

 

[year2013]

There is one app from Sony called the My Xperia which I find it is good. Once you install in your Xperia, it will become part of the menu settings and this app helps you to locate your phone, lock and wipe off the data on your phone if you lost your phone.

Is it launched here in Singapore?? Could you share the link please !!

 

[GegeV2]

3. doesn't work btw.

 

[year2013]

3. doesn't work btw.

Its already highlighted that it will NOT work on Xperia Z !!

 

[aimnfire]

try
resource monitor mini
network monitor mini

resource monitor mini will show the ram balance and cpu usage

network monitor mini will show the down & up load speed

both are floating
can be place around the screen
do note for XZ, you need to manually set the size as default size only show partially

 

[carlover76]

Sharing the Sony App called My Xperia :

Once you click on the link below to download and install, it will become part of the menu under Xperia Settings, refer below for the screenshot.

When you select My Xperia, you will be presented with the below screen :

Select "Activate", you will see the below screen :

Read through the Terms & Conditions and tick onto the option "I Consent to the Sony Mobile Privacy Policy"

You will be presented with the below screen and take note of the website address : myxperia.sonymobile.com

You will have to login to the website address to access your phone for the following functions :

Downloading the My Xperia File :

https://www.box.com/s/r3v3qm3gj2qm7q9mqga1

 

[year2013]

I am using NoLED app right now, LED notifications are of NO use !!

 

[sunnycrowe]

Wil battery guru end up draining more batt since it needs gps to be turned on? Usualy I dun turn on gps..

 

[hush66]

Since you simply took the list off from the XDA thread, you might want to update it as and when that thread is updated. I already reported in that thread some time ago that ICS+ browser and Wave Control doesn't work on the Xperia Z.

 

[year2013]

Since you simply took the list off from the XDA thread, you might want to update it as and when that thread is updated. I already reported in that thread some time ago that ICS+ browser and Wave Control doesn't work on the Xperia Z.

Bro, m testing all app on my Xperia Z, will update complete list by Monday EOD for sure

 

[year2013]

Original Post (1st post) updated - please chk the list now:

XDA guys please head over to: [APPS] Must Have Apps for Xperia Z, ZL - xda-developers

 

[carlover76]

For those who want to play Candy Crush game on your Xperia Z, you can download from the below link :

https://www.box.com/shared/zc6eijesqvp3vw1skhn7

 

[happy2day]

Hey guys I installed Go Launcher in my XZ, but I accidentally pressed "Always" for Go Launcher when I long press my Home button to choose either of both Launchers. Now I can't see the popup for both choices. Any kind soul can help me restore this feature? Would really appreciate. Thanks a lot!

 

[off_service]

Hey guys I installed Go Launcher in my XZ, but I accidentally pressed "Always" for Go Launcher when I long press my Home button to choose either of both Launchers. Now I can't see the popup for both choices. Any kind soul can help me restore this feature? Would really appreciate. Thanks a lot!

Just go into apps settings > GO Launcher and choose "clear default".

 

[happy2day]

Just go into apps settings > GO Launcher and choose "clear default".

Yup got it! Thks bro!

 

[year2013]

BUSINESS CALENDAR

BUSINESS CALENDAR - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=netgenius.bizcal

 

[aimnfire]

i prefer agenda

 

[daniel_83]

my fav is TOUCH CALENDAR for the full screen widget

 

[year2013]

3. doesn't work btw.

You mean SOLID EXPLORER?? Its working fine and one of my favourite file manager with Dual Windows !!