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MODULE 15: Smartphone hardware, Software and

Installation procedure

EXERCISE 130: Demonstrate Popular Application used in
Android Mobile System

Objectives

At the end of this exercise you shall be able to:
• valuable app is one that users use regularly and that improves their quality of life in some way
• smooth navigation and intuitive functionalities increase user satisfaction and encourage long-term retention
• think Up aims to provide users with daily positive affirmations. These affirmations help users find the motivation
and encouragement they need to succeed.
Requirements

Tools/Materials
• Desktop/ Laptop - 1 No. • Android SDK
• Pointer - 1 No. • XML
• Android Studio • SQLite Database
• Java/Kotlin • Open-Source Tools

Procedure

Android is the most popular mobile operating system in the world, with over two billion active users1. There are
three main types of Android applications: -
They are designed to make the most of all the features and tools of the phones, such ascontacts, cameras,
sensors, etc. Examples include Whatsapp, Spotify, and PokemonNative Apps: These are built for specific operating
systems, such as Android and iOS. GO2.
• Web Apps: These are built to run on browsers and are mainly integrations of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
They require an active internet connection to work. Examples include Gmail, Canva, and Google Docs2.
• Hybrid Apps: Also known as Cross-Platform Applications, these run on multiple platforms like Android and
iOS2.
• Here are some of the best Android apps for 20243:
• 1Weather: An excellent weather app for pluviophiles and casuals alike3.
• Google Drive: A cloud storage solution available on Android where all new users get 15GB for free permanently
upon signing up3.
• Google Maps and Waze: Navigation apps that provide real-time GPS navigation, traffic, and transit info3.
• Microsoft Swiftkey: A keyboard app that learns from you to offer better auto-corrections and predictions3.
• Nova Launcher: A powerful and customizable home screen replacement3.
• Pocket Casts: A podcast app with a beautiful UI and a wealth of features3.
• Poweramp: A powerful music player for Android3.
• Solid Explorer: A file management app with cloud support3.
• Tasker and IFTTT: Apps that automate tasks on your Android device3.
• Textra: A highly customizable text messaging app3.
• TickTick: A simple and effective to-do list and task management app3.
• YouTube and YouTube Music: Video sharing and music streaming services3.
• Zedge: An app for downloading ringtones, notification tones, and wallpapers3.

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