This version of Meteoray has been totally rewritten from the start, this done so that finally a weather tab worthy of its name is available also for Manila2D, with automatic offline hourly updates.
No comparison in our opinion, to the ineffective and statics forecasts that this interface has as standard. No necessary patch for Manila, no altered dll , no external server dedicated.
Very easy to use; It is possibile to easily obtain the forecasts for any location present in the database of Accuweather (over 2.7 million locations). This version is aided by the weather forecasts of "Accuweather.com", elaborating the data which is freely available on the internet enabling it to be shown correctly in the weather tab.
MeteoRay is "Donationware", therefore you are totally free to say a simple "thankyou" or to make a donation to the programmers (My daughter and myself) to add an incentive for further development, correction of bugs, release of new projects.
It is our intention, within the shortest possible time (considering that programming for us isn’t a profession but a passion) to expand the program with new features making it along the same lines as the Italian version shown here:
http://meteoray.mondoweb.net/topic779.html
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Installation
It couldn’t be any easier: Just open up the zip file and copy the obtained folders wherever you want to. Preferably, but not absolutely necessary, copy them to the internal memory of the pda due to the slightly slower start up time of external memories such as SD, miniSD or Micro SD. Wherever the folders are placed the software will autodetect the paths needed and will act accordingly.
Requirements
Manila2D interface working normally (obviously) and the presence on the PPC of .Net Framework (freely downloadable from the Microsoft website however present in most of the cooked roms). Put in a number of locations inferior or the same as those set up before hand on your Manila2D interface, up to a total of no more than 5 on MeteoRay. The locations chosen in Manila2d can be any provided; It will be MeteoRays job to change them into the locations you have chosen for the software If for example you wish to choose 5 locations in MeteoRay you must first put 5 or more in Manila2D before updating.
Options description
A few options to simplify the use ,from top to bottom:
- ACCUWEATHER LOGO Opens Opera (if present) or Pocket Internet Explorer on the www.accuweather.com homepage
- ENGLISH/METRIC with this switch you are able to download the data directly in Fahrenheit or Celsius, this way you will avoid the bug present in Manila2D relating to the conversion from Fahrenheit to Celsius (not very accurate)
- BOX for CHOICE OF LOCATION put in a number of locations inferior or the same as those set up before hand on your Manila2D interface, up to a total of no more than 5 on MeteoRay. The real difference being that you are able to choose your own. The code that you must put in is that used at Accuweather.com; at the first start up of the software it will show 5 pre-programmed locations in the UK to use as an example.
- "EXPLORER ICONS" each of them opens the corresponding page of Weather Forecast AccuWeather (online)
- UPDATE use this for normal updates of the weather forecast. The forecasts downloaded will be for 3 days, and for 3 days the software will work offline putting the necessary weather icons in the correct place in the Manila2D. To reset the update interval, just do a normal Manila2D update before downloading the forecasts with MeteoRay. However, the Manila2D normally does this operation when the PPC is connected to the PC using Activesync
- >> use this to move over the screen of advanced options.. Also using the key << you can return the to first page. The advanced options aloe the selection and the download of the Satellite Animations from the whole world in .gif format. They will be saved in the directory "Meteo" and can be visualised using your preferred programme
- EXIT does this need explaining?
- INFO Information about this software.
Normal use
Meteoray downloads the necessary data to enable it to work correctly through any working connection on your PPC. Needless to say that it is ideal to update using "free connections" such as WI-FI, Bluetooth or Activesync. The data shown is that relative to the next 5 hourly steps (for example, if it is 21.12, Meteoray will show the forecast for 22.00 in large numbers and in small numbers it will show the forecasts for 23:00, 00:00. 01:00, 02:00) The second temperature in the small icons at the bottom is the "Realfeel" (the temperature that is actually felt by the human body depending on the wind, humidity etc).
Removal
Very easy : just remove the folder containing the software. On reaching the first hourly step you will get an error (then there will be others; basically the PPC is trying to use the software that has been removed)
For those who really want to remove all: you could remove the whole key "MeteoRay" from "HKCU - Software" to eliminate any trace of use from the registry, the file "MeteoRay.png" from the directory "\Windows" and you have finished. The others can leave everything as it is, it takes up just a very few Kb of space and there are no further consequences.
What is and isn’t allowed
You are free to include the links to the MeteoRay Forum to enable the download of the installation file, but Not allowed to enable those files to be directly downloaded from your Website, Blog, ftp etc...
For a very simple reason: To make it easier for the user during the update. To have on the web various versions, obsolete, incomplete or bugged won’t help you, in fact it will do the complete opposite .You are also allowed to include the software as it is , (without making any changes to it), to your own personalised roms. Just one suggestion, do it in such a way to allow the files to be overwritten to simplify any eventual updates.
Final notes
Unfortunately our English isn’t the best; this page has been translated for us, but our future replies won’t always be as grammatically correct. We are counting on the "XDA-Dev Power Users" for the most obvious replies to be given to the less knowledgeable Users. Thankyou in advance for your cooperation.
Important
At the moment it is only possibile to use MeteoRay with locations in your own time zone; after receiving your feedback and views about this present version we will further rewrite the software routines to eliminate this annoying limitation. This will allow MeteoRay to be able to easily visualise also the time in different time zones, therefore working as a mini-time converter (useful for those who travel or even just for curiosity).
If you are satisfied with the work that has been carried out up to now, you could offer us a pizza or a beer...
Enjoy it, Davide & Federica Ippolito
>> Download link <<
MeteoRay Forum (all software versions):
http://meteoray.mondoweb.net
MeteoRay AW English thread:
http://meteoray.mondoweb.net/topic790.html
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Hi RAY,
Many compliments for your hard work.
Very beautifull application... Very usefull and very simple to use...
@All: I suggest all of you to try it...
BYE, Bobo
This is working with the weather but how do i see the satellite views they have downloaded do i view them through Manila2d or your program ??
Check signature for phone and OS version
You can use your favorite program that supports animated gifs; you will find the images downloaded into the directory "MeteoRay\Meteo"
raytracer said:
You can use your favorite program that supports animated gifs; you will find the images downloaded into the directory "MeteoRay\Meteo"
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ok thanks great app i thought i was doing something wrong
Thanks for your consideration.
I could also implement an internal viewer (and probably I will do in the future), when I'm working on offline html report summarizing the Weather Forecast in table like this:
Great i look forward to using future versions and a lookaround your forum thanks
Interesting Man.
Will try asap. Thanks a lot.
Please enjoy
WOW!!!!
No word........
You are the international MeteoMan
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WOW!!!!
No word........
You are the international MeteoMan
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Thanks, my friend! If this topic will be followed with interest, even this version will have soon the same features of the Italian...
At this moment has already been downloaded 58 times and this topic 815 read... any comment? Some impression of use?
Really cool app!!
If you can implement summarization, it would be outstanding. Or you can give options to set offline update steps to more then 1 hour. for having, like half day review
Thanks for your comment, cadac.
I can certainly implement summarizations and more, but before I continue working on I would understand if it can affect the Users.
And 'I will improve the graphics but, I repeat, is important for me read your impressions of actual use.
Problem whn pressing "update"
I have an HTC Touch Viva with Manila2D v.3.0 build 31508. I have put "MeteoRay AW 1.2" in the Program Files folder.
I get two basic4ppc errors when pressing "Update": "__main_aggmeteo" and "__main_assegnadati".
Check your internet connection.
It is not yet optimized handling errors, but the messages you read are due to a failure to update.
PS - 158 downloads at this moment, no others comments or suggestions?
How do I get this to work with US locations? Especially the ones not in the default Manilla 2D weather database.
Thanks
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WARNING!!!
Twitter will turn off Basic Auth at the end of August,
when this happens Twm6.5r will stop working.
I no longer own a Windows Mobile Phone or
have the time to create a work around using OAuth.
WM6.5 Titanium Artesea Twm6.5r
Version 0.5
VGA, WVGA, QVGA and WQVGA Currently Supported
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Update 26th August 10 Due to twitter turning off Basic Auth, Twm6.5r will no longer work.
Update 04th October 09 Twitter are hosting their new "doesn't have an avatar" avatar on another server, causing error messages to appear. Like before to fix press Settings and then Reinstall / Update.
Update 10th July 09 Due to a change with Twitter and their image hosting new avatars can't be downloaded. You will see an error like '\Program Files\ArteseaTwitter\avatars\http:__a0.twitimg.com _profile_images298331929_twitty1_normal.jpg'. To fix press Settings and then Reinstall / Update.
Update 10th June 09 v0.5 with auto-refresh!
Update 17th May 09 Hopefully QVGA and WQVGA now supported, thanks codybear. (No changes to VGA and WVGA)
Update 12th May 09 Now highlights new tweets, and shows @replies
Update 7th May 09 VGA now supported, if you had previously downloaded the ZIP (even though it wouldn't work), please do it again. No other changes.
Having self taught myself MortScript in the last 24 hours I've decided to try and create a Titanium Twitter app. Unlike those already there, this one actually displays the 10 most recent tweets from your friends.
Features:
Displays the 10 most recent tweets on your Titanium Home Screen (value customisable)
Highlights "unread" tweets
Shows the last 3 @replies (value customisable)
Displays the avatars of your friends
Allows you to update your status
Tweets which contain URLs can be launched in the Default Browser by clicking on them
Define your own Twitter client/webpage to launch
Auto updates during the day (you choose the frequency and the hours)
Tweets at you when there is a new tweet from your friends.
Upgrade Instructions
Download the latest ZIP
Run Install.mscr
When prompted if you want it to Modify your CPR files say no (no changes here, and if you are using a custom theme it won't damage it).
Known Issues:
Your password is stored as Plain Text in the registry and it is passed in Plain Text to my servers (MortScript doesn't support BasicAuth, so I have to route the requests via my server)
Grey scale avatars don't display correctly, Titanium turn them multicoloured, their fault not mine.
Only works for WVGA/VGA/WQVGA/QVGA at the moment. I will work with people if they want to create alternate resolutions.
If your phone is asleep (when you press the power button) the script can't download the avatars and halts until the phone is woken again.
No Uninstall
Some characters (" ' £) might appear like & #123; if you see any please let me know.
The software is just a series of MortScripts.
The download ZIP file contains MortScript-4.3b5-PPC.cab for you, so if you don't already have Mort you will need to install this first.
The just run Install.mscr via any good file manager.
The Install script will download the latest package, create all the directories, modify the registry and if you let it tweak your CPR files.
If anything goes wrong you can find a backup of your CPR file in \Program Files\ArteseaTwitter\
WM6.5 Titanium Artesea Twm6.5r Version 0.5 Plans
Connects to the internet when you refresh or tweet (thanks mslug)
Settings menu
Auto refresh
Default Twitter Client / Website
Tidier errors
More HTML entities added to the list
Long Term Future Plans
Proper CAB file install
No routing via my servers to tweet
OAuth
Re-writing the code in something other than Mortscript (else the above isn't possible)
How to unistall
Artesea Twm6.5r doesn't do much damage, however below are instructions to remove it.
Your CPR files will have have a block of text like
Code:
<!-- ArteseaTwitter layout start -->
...
<!-- ArteseaTwitter layout end -->
just delete these and everything in between.
Just in case you will find backup CPR files before ArteseaTwitter was installed in the \Program Files\ArteseaTwitter\ folder
All the files installed on to the phone can be located at \Program Files\ArteseaTwitter\ just delete this folder
Registry settings are at \HKLM\Software\Microsoft\CHome\ArteseaTwitter\ again just delete these
i dont use twitter but this looks really nice
This looks great. Great job. You beat me to this. This kills my twitter panel.
cheers mate. this looks excellent. +1 for VGA when its done.
stuckonashelf said:
cheers mate. this looks excellent. +1 for VGA when its done.
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The VGA shouldn't be too hard, as there aren't really many differences between the CPR files. Hopefully will have something for people to download either Tuesday or Wednesday.
this looks outstanding!
mate you just realised my concept idea! i couldnt thank you enough! man so freaking great...
does this mean it wont show up in the system tray, but will do its work in the background?
would be nice to have the standard view of the plugin to be updating your status.. and then all the unread tweets as slides.. when slided over those they become unread.. and will vanish.. but still mate i already love it now.. cant wait to put it to the test!
Because it's all being written in Mort some features aren't possibe.
I have no way of knowing which tweet you are looking at to flag it as read, however I should be able to mark new tweets since last update (something I was planning until PaintShop crashed on me this morning when I was designing the icon)
It should be possible to build in an auto-update, however when Mort downloads the avatar it displays a dialogue box showing the progress. This could be a problem if you are using other apps. (Anyone here able to get the Mort command Copy() to download small jpg/png?)
With real work, nearly zero knowledge of designing apps for mobiles (I do websites) and a football match tonight most likely an early beta should be out sometime tomorrow.
very nice, cant wait actually
mmh for the time being until the image download issue is resolved you could give out 2 apps...
one with the jpeg download but manual update
one with a standardcoded image but with automatic update
this would be a little work around the problem but will do to test both things.
i hope the problems you have encountered up until now can be resolved, and if there is no solving the problem because of scripting limitations than we have to deal wiht it isnt it
what i would also like to see, further than the whats new ( what would be awesome ) is:
notification by sound/vibrate which you can set yourself
soft button to automatic scrolling to latest viewed tweet so you can from there scroll to the left to get to where the newest is.
mmh what about showing how many unread tweets? indicator as unreal email/sms/missedcall.. or will this mean it will only show the newest tweet gathered with the latest update? cause you dont know when a tweet will be read yes or no..
gl mate
I was planning to launch ArteseaTwitter v0.2 this morning, however testing it on a fresh X1 has shown some "issues"
For some reason it's not allowing me to modify the list of active plugins in the registery. Guessing something else is wrong and WM is restoring to default. As soon as this is fixed I'll upload the code.
Version 0.2 Released
Please see the first post for full details.
not working..
script cannot find the files to download at web location http://www.artesea.co.uk/arteseatwitter/
hey mate really nice that you can already show something usuable. will try it out within now and an hour sad it needs a server.. will it be always available?
hope we can see improvements soon..though its already ann awesome job
@jeep670 - are you able to use the Titatium Weather plugin, my code is a variation of this. How about trying to launch a webpage first, minimising the browser and then running the script again.
@strages - whilst it's written in Mort it will need to go via a third party site. I plan to learn how to write a real WM app but that could be a long way off.
working great with all the other plugins. I have added support for it in my most recent theme and it works great. One thing i cannot seem to accomplish is moving the test over to position 80 in the condensed form as well as add an icon for it. I have modded the registry and your code ot no avail. Just some thoughts I wanted to toss out to ya.
thanks for the hard work bro
Looks awesome!
Will we see a QVGA version as well in the future?
@mallman the registery only contains the text, if you are looking at moving the position it should just be a simple tweek to the Titanium cpr files. Haven't seen any icons on the condensed pages before (although I haven't play with any of the "themes").
@Star-Lite I'm gonna be busy for a bit, I hope to do a VGA skin next, but (W)QVGA might take some time (unless someone else wants to give it a go).
mmh i installed the wvga version on to my htc touch diamond which is a vga.. so i think that why i doesnt show up.. although i get the error that it cant connect... how do i uninstall the app
artesea said:
@jeep670 - are you able to use the Titatium Weather plugin, my code is a variation of this. How about trying to launch a webpage first, minimising the browser and then running the script again.
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yes, the weather plugin works fine. my evdo connection is ok. tried what you suggested and still not working for me... the script returns error saying cannot find the files to download.
I guess I'll wait for the next version and try again. thx.
A little tool I wrote for WinMo 5 and up. Uses a custom built alphanumeric text cipher to secure just about any text-related operations you can think of. Enter a message in the interface, followed by a codeword, select 'sneak' or 'unsneak', and hit 'do it'. The app will then either securely encrypt the message, or decrypt it. Maybe good for those couples who both use WinMo
Tech note: Requires .NET CF 2.0 or later
EULA note: Use of this app is subject to an EULA located here. The basic points are:
- You CAN freely distribute this app in its original .cab file
- You CANNOT reverse engineer, decompile or modify this app in any way
- You CANNOT charge a fee to distribute this app
- This app is provided as-is, I don't accept any responsibility or liability for any damage or loss caused in any way by using this app, directly or indirectly
And just for you ROM chefs
- You CAN include this app in any ROMs you cook. (This part isn't written in the official EULA but take it from me here, include it in a ROM if you want )
You can also check out my blog at http://ltbrenton.wordpress.com
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NEW: An iPhone version has been released on the App Store for 99 cents - if you like the work I do here, feel free to purchase a copy on iTunes for either you or your friend... now your iPhone-using friends and colleagues can join in the fun too! Get it here at http://itunes.com/app/sneaktext
Edit: WOW this has been awesome! Got probably 100+ downloads on this within 2 days, so glad you seem to like it so much
If you want, feel free to post any success-stories or reviews in this thread, I wanna know how you guys are using it and what you think, whether I could improve it or what features I could add/remove... if you want of course
And again, totally optional, but this would be awesomely helpful if you could (my Wizard is really starting to perform its death-rattle now, battery's starting to screw up), please donate and help me on my way to a Touch HD so I can keep on writing apps for you guys, maybe even learn to cook and push a few ROMs out
YAEdit: Doesn't seem like I can embed a button that easy, so if anyone is interested in donating, PM me and I'll give you my paypal details
New version uploaded today (11/29/2009), same version number because it's a bugfix/minor change
Changes:
- Removed 'help' menu and replaced with 'edit' (about button is now in functions menu)
- Added 'edit' menu which enables you to copy from and paste to the 'message' field. You still need to type your key, but IMO that's good practice...keeps the keys memorabl
I changed the attachment in the first post to point to the latest version, so you can download it exactly the same
If you have any suggestions on what I could do to improve the app, let me know in this thread
LtBrenton said:
A little tool I wrote for WinMo 5 and up. Uses a custom built alphanumeric text cipher to secure just about any text-related operations you can think of. Enter a message in the interface, followed by a codeword, select 'sneak' or 'unsneak', and hit 'do it'. The app will then either securely encrypt the message, or decrypt it. Maybe good for those couples who both use WinMo
Tech note: Requires .NET CF 2.0 or later
EULA note: Use of this app is subject to an EULA located here. The basic points are:
- You CAN freely distribute this app in its original .cab file
- You CANNOT reverse engineer, decompile or modify this app in any way
- You CANNOT charge a fee to distribute this app
- This app is provided as-is, I don't accept any responsibility or liability for any damage or loss caused in any way by using this app, directly or indirectly
And just for you ROM chefs
- You CAN include this app in any ROMs you cook. (This part isn't written in the official EULA but take it from me here, include it in a ROM if you want )
You can also check out my blog at http://ltbrenton.wordpress.com
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LtBrenton, sorry for the dumb question but how do I sent the encrypted message via text. What is the procedure? do I copy and paste or is stored in a folder somewhere?
Hey, just copy and paste the resultant ciphertext into a new SMS. Remember the receiving party also needs to have a copy of the app and know your codeword they then paste it into the app and decode it
LtBrenton said:
Hey, just copy and paste the resultant ciphertext into a new SMS. Remember the receiving party also needs to have a copy of the app and know your codeword they then paste it into the app and decode it
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Thanks,
Well I've had nearly 40 downloads already just from here, so I wanna ask, how are you guys doing? Any comments on features, stuff I should add, change, or whatever? Drop them here, I'd love to hear your input
Also take a look at http://twickret.wordpress.com <- It's just a desktop edition right now, with an iPhone version imminent, but I'd like to see a show of hands for anyone who wants me to bash out a WinMo version of this for you guys to include in your ROMs Let me know what you think
here is the screenshot
the0ne said:
here is the screenshot
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thanks for that, I think it looks pretty sweet in green
WOW this has been awesome! Got probably 100+ downloads on this within 2 days, so glad you seem to like it so much
If you want, feel free to post any success-stories or reviews in this thread, I wanna know how you guys are using it and what you think, whether I could improve it or what features I could add/remove... if you want of course
Great app!
Is there a way to implement copy/paste withing the app, by tapping & holding? On my touch pro i need to use the keyboard to ctrl+c/v to copy/paste the text, but on my HD I can't copy paste text at all.
Other than that great work!
hey, on the HD for now you'll need to use the windows SIP ctrl+c/ctrl+v. I wasn't aware the tap/hold menu didn't work. I'll get this fixed in the next release as soon as my ISP stops dicking around with the 3G node...mobile lines suck when they're your main link
Update, it's fixed and the binary's been built. Unfortunately got no way to upload it for now but it's coming VERY soon
Changes:
- Removed 'help' menu and replaced with 'edit' (about button is now in functions menu)
- Added 'edit' menu which enables you to copy from and paste to the 'message' field. You still need to type your key, but IMO that's good practice...keeps the keys memorable
OK, fixed version is now downloadable from the first post in this thread Have fun
Out of interest, would anybody be interested in a "Secure-XDA" ROM consisting of a pile of crypto tools bundled? I was thinking of something like the following:
- sneakText installed by default
- Notes replaced by encrypted version
- Lockscreen replaced with a PIN/password prompt, which can have configurable 'consequences' for bad entries (such as forensic-wipe of certain files, SMS alert to configurable number, or in an extreme case, forensic wipe -> hard-reset)
- Built-in support for file/email encryption with PGP or similar
- other similar features
- Cool 'secret agent' theme
Any thoughts?
i will try and get a video of the app this weekend ..
Sweet, thanks for that man Looking forward to it
LtBrenton said:
Out of interest, would anybody be interested in a "Secure-XDA" ROM consisting of a pile of crypto tools bundled? I was thinking of something like the following:
- sneakText installed by default
- Notes replaced by encrypted version
- Lockscreen replaced with a PIN/password prompt, which can have configurable 'consequences' for bad entries (such as forensic-wipe of certain files, SMS alert to configurable number, or in an extreme case, forensic wipe -> hard-reset)
- Built-in support for file/email encryption with PGP or similar
- other similar features
- Cool 'secret agent' theme
Any thoughts?
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That would be great!
Just an update for any of you on the 'dark side' - a Windows .NET version and an iPhone version of one of my other crypto apps is available now for download on my other blog, http://twickret.wordpress.com - shout out if you want to see a WinMo version
Just bumping this to say sneaktext is available now for iPhone as well - so if you know anybody on the Apple side of the fence they can now receive your encrypted messages: check out the post on the blog
Direct link to post:
http://ltbrenton.wordpress.com/2009/12/16/sneaktext-iphone-version-now-available-for-download/
App Store link:
http://itunes.com/app/sneaktext
[APP] < CarPal > Monitor maintenance for several cars with autoreminders | v0.91 beta
UPDATE April 4: I decided to stop the development for the WM OS. I sold my WM phones and switched over to Android (N1). I'll continue working on this app for that OS. Sorry to whoever was waiting for updates for WM, and a HUGE "thank you" to guys who provided feedback/requests for features.
The whole idea was to create a modernly-designed application for my Rhodium that would keep track of different maintenance tasks for my car. What makes this app different from the others is that you set how many miles you drive per day (on the average we drive same amount, give or take), that will allow the App to "predict" what your car's odometer shows. Based on that (+ depending on how many days ahead you want the reminder to be) it will throw a reminder telling you about that particular task.
Currently, the project in is beta. It's fully usable, but not yet as easy/convenient/cool as I want it to be. Of course, I expect there to be bugs, but mostly visual, non-critical stuff that I'm still working on. For curious minds, data is stored in CarPalData.xml in the working folder, unencrypted. I decided to keep it that way for easy access and modification.
If anybody wants to tinker with this on his/her own, lemme know, I'll make it open-source.
Update Feb 26: Sorry guys, got a real big project at work right now, no time for on-the-side development... Should free up next week or so, I definitelly want to add some cool new features to CarPal. Thanks for all the feedback - I'll use it to prioritize the new features. Most likely expect the bike support, gas usage/stats and Dutch/Spanish/Italian languages in next release. Hang tight =)
Please send me your translations!
To translate the app, follow these simple steps:
1. Install the app.
2. Go to \Device\Program Files\CarPal\ and grab the CarPalTranslations.xml file from there.
3. Inside the file, duplicate the "English" node, and rename it to your language name.
4. Translate all the strings in your new node, just make sure you keep the node names intact, only rename the contents of the "string" attribute.
5. Send me your file and you'll see your language in the new release!
Features:
Works with any "decent" resolution (Q|VGA, W|VGA, landscape + portrait).
Wizard-based data entry
High-contrast design to be easily visible outside
Keep track of multiple cars in the same app
Create multiple tasks for every car
Automatic reminders based on how many miles you drive per day on average
Add additional details to your tasks, like locations, owners, etc.
New in version 0.91b:
Multi-language support. Comes with English and Russian by default. Very easy XML translation, contact me if you wanna translate it.
New item in settings - can switch languages from there.
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Still being worked on:
If you hide the app instead of exiting, it will hide too damn well. hard to bring it back up.
Some visual bugs
Get rid of that horrible icon.
Integrating reminders into system reminders
Testing how well the app behaves when it's hidden (running in the background)
Improving interface to be more clear as to where user is at, etc
Non-touchscreen device support. So far app relies on users tapping on buttons.
Add csv importing funtions
Some easy method of translating interface to diff. languages
Other things on my list...
I'd love some feedback, if you tried it - let me know how it worked for you, and what are your thoughts.
And remember - I keep all data in a separate xml file, so you won't lose any data as the app is updated. So feel free to enter your stuff into the app, just backup the CarPalData.xml as needed.
Kilometers?
Awesome app wish it was in kilometers..
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Awesome app wish it was in kilometers..
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Same here!
@DarkDvr, would like to translate it in Dutch for you!
Plus, I would like to add my maintenance schedule without having to insert a reminder.
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Awesome app wish it was in kilometers..
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Excellent point, and an obvious one too.. how could I miss it
While I'm adding that to settings, you can still use it fine, numbers are numbers, there's nothing in the functionality that would "care" if it's in actual miles, kilometers or millimeters =)
I'll add that setting today/tomorrow.
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Plus, I would like to add my maintenance schedule without having to insert a reminder.
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Mm, good idea. Something like a table of maintenance with all the tasks in it to view/edit?
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Same here!
@DarkDvr, would like to translate it in Dutch for you!
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Glad to hear that =)
I'm working on a language xml file that will allow you to translate it to w/e language you want. Gimme some time and I'll let you know when I'm done.
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Mm, good idea. Something like a table of maintenance with all the tasks in it to view/edit?
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Exactly!
Do not forget CSV support to get all my SciLor's Fuel Blaster users
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Do not forget CSV support to get all my SciLor's Fuel Blaster users
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Shouldn't be too hard, can you upload an example csv? Hopefully with title row, so I know what's what =)
Everything in my SciLor's Fuel Blaster Readme (On the Website)
Would be nice to be able to do an exchange in both tools!
New version - 0.91beta:
Multi-language support. Comes with English and Russian by default.
New item in settings - can switch languages from there.
If you want to translate it, let me know so I can add your language to the install package.
Translation is very easy - install the CAB, then get the CarPalTranslation.xml file from the install directory.
In there, just create a new "Language" node, copy/paste any existing language, and modify the strings. You can test it right there, just launch the App, go to settings, and switch to your language. Remember that app-restart is required.
More stuff is coming in the next version...
very, very interesting! this would be a very useful app. i'm looking forward to it. i am also for a list of regular maintenance that can be ticked for each car, e.g. oil change, tire rotation, wheel alignment, etc., and reminds you of it based on the set mileage, let's say, every 3,000 miles.
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very, very interesting! this would be a very useful app. i'm looking forward to it. i am also for a list of regular maintenance that can be ticked for each car, e.g. oil change, tire rotation, wheel alignment, etc., and reminds you of it based on the set mileage, let's say, every 3,000 miles.
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At this time you can do all of that, except for creating one task for several cars at the same time. I'm still working on that.
If you have just 1 car, that won't really make a difference for you, so you're good to go. For several cars, I'm working on creating a nice table that will let you handle all of them easily and at the same time.
Give it a nice test run and let me know if it works for ya =)
P.S: table functionality is coming next week, most likely.
Thanks=)
Looking forward to try this out.
looks nice
requests (if you please):
- different background (I for one use this for my motorcycle, not car)... if you can't allow us to choose background then at least give two options: (1) MY bike (a BMW R1200GS) (2) a plain background (maybe the popular carbon fiber one)
- ability to import CSV
that's all before I even try it more after I do
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New version - 0.91beta:
Multi-language support. Comes with English and Russian by default.
New item in settings - can switch languages from there.
If you want to translate it, let me know so I can add your language to the install package.
Translation is very easy - install the CAB, then get the CarPalTranslation.xml file from the install directory.
In there, just create a new "Language" node, copy/paste any existing language, and modify the strings. You can test it right there, just launch the App, go to settings, and switch to your language. Remember that app-restart is required.
More stuff is coming in the next version...
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Made a Dutch translation for you, but can't get it work. I'm sure you wil fix it.I overwrote the English text in the editor and after that I saved the file again. I do not know what I've done wrongI hope you can add it soon! Could not upload the xml.file, so i did it in text format
TATAAAAAAAAAAAAAA, it works great now!
I add the English file again and now it works
I also commended alongside a few comments or suggestions. Obviously intended positive
- ability to add dealer or servicepoint, contactperson, adres etc.(maybe dealerlogo) or linked with a Pocket Outlook Contact.
- larger field for notes, more information about task/service
- more matching fontsize in userinterface and textinput fields.
Userinterface is a bit to small, text input to big in my opinion.
- task/service planning also possible with scheduling (pocket agenda), not only by km or miles(Most services are km based but also time based)Sound Alerts can also be planned with the Agenda alarmfunction.
- background change or switch for each car or motorcycle(more evident).At aglance you can see more quickly which car ot motorcycle is meant for a service.
- creating a masterlist for service or maintenance with checkbox option.
So that you can create a todo-list from that masterlist for each service, car or motorcycle.
Succes with development!
ok tried it - seems it is missing the most important feature for me - fuel and fuel statistics
anyway keep up the good work, I'll check it out from time to time
nice app... will definitely give it a try...: )
does this app require the GPS to be turned on all the time or do you periodically update the distance travelled?
Moneyharp is the only expense tracker for Windows Mobile with finger-friendly interface!
It is full-featured, stand-alone personal money management application for day-to-day use.
You can find full description and how-to at moneyharp.com
Prerequisites: .NET Compact Framework 1.1 or greater, touchscreen.
DOWNLOAD: attached
This is the very first test release.
I wrote this app also as a test of some interface and usablility ideas - PLEASE POST YOUR FEEDBACK, I'm eager to hear it.
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thanks for sharing the app
how do i install this on the hd2
installation
You can download file to your PC and then copy it to HD2 storage through ActiveSync or card reader; or, you can download file directly to device using HD2 web browser.
Here's the link: moneyharp.com/content/moneyharp.cab
[as a new user I'm not allowed to post links, please copy-paste them]
Then browse to downloaded file on the device and double-click it - choose where to install (storage footprint is 0.5MB, so "Main Memory" should be ok), press "ok".
There's also an illustrated guide here: wmexperts.com/articles/howto/how_to_install_uninstall_and_t.html
Please let me know if there are any issues.
it not work on wvga device
Doesn't work on Touch HD , the installation went fine but the program just wouldn't start, it tries to start you can see the hour glass turning but it just doesn't start.
Hi moneyharp,
I have tried little on moneyharp and i already like it. It is completely finger friendly, fast and easy to enter expenses and incomes along with setting up the budget. However there are few things that i noted:
1. After the installation, the program doesnt have an icon
2. It is finger friendly but not user friendly. This could be because i am comparing it with winmoFinance and easy expenses
3. I dont like the color scheme
4. i like application which i can scroll up and down with touchflo. With moneyharp you need to press the up and down key for that. With touchflo, you can remove these two keys and have more space on the screen
5. you can move the list and summary in menu. This will allow more space on screen as currently user can see only 4 items on one screen. Personally i would like the screen to be used maximum to see the entry rather than buttons
6. There should be an option to add notes.
7. As an end user, i would like to capture date and not time in a expense
8. User should have the option to import or export settings or move them to a different location so that in case system crashes or user hard resets phone, the data is saved.
I will use moneyhard couple of days and post my feedback. You are doing a great job. Keep it up. I am looking forward to the next release.
Hi chautruong:
Can you please specify - does it crash, or just does not start, or..?
Hi zjxpot:
Can anyone having Touch HD confirm that moneyharp has an issue with this device?
Meanwhile, I will test in WVGA emulator.
Hi jaskiratsingh:
1. In next release. Just have to draw it.
2. I have tried several expenses apps myself, but tried to write moneyharp as if it was my invention - some concepts really differ. But that doesn't mean I was right. What irritates you most?
3. The skins feature is already there - I will post the skin config file and instructions how to change it shortly.
4. I tried to avoid any device-specific features (in fact, moneyharp doesn't even use hardware buttons). But I am considering some gestures support.
5. I see. But then: - which view (list or summary) do you use more often?
- where to put current balance?
6. My idea was tags should be used for that - than you can generate reports on them. But maybe this is too constrained.
7. You can skip setting time part altogether. If more people are irritated with that, I will leave date only.
8. Backup/restore - in next release. Meanwhile, you can copy config.stor, main1.stor and main2.stor files from program directory to backup location.
Thank you very much for feedback! Please keep on - I need it.
well so far its pretty good,i just wanted a app that i could keep track of what's in the bank and every time i make a transaction i could post it and it will tell me how much i have left and so far that's what this is doing. but there is no icon pic on the app and when k first installed it it told me to install another app so this one could work better,do youknow about that
sorry. i didn't explain exactly. it run fine on my htc touch hd but not full screen (may be it support wga screen only?)
Nice apps!
Some comments:
1. It seems that there is not Unicod support - Cyrillic letters seen as ???
2. Autoserach in category - when you have long list, it is annoying to scroll. Can you make window for text entering using keyboard (with autocomplete function)?
3. PC companion would be great
4. Account groups would be useful
5. On WVGA screen there is empty space at the bottom
6. Export from Cashorg and other application
Maybe some inspiration
Cheers for the app so far.
Looking forward to seeing this develop.
My friend showed me an app called Money book on her iBone. What was a nice feature is that once you'd added some things to its various categories you could turn the phone to landscape and it was show a bar chart of how much you'd spent in each category (for that month).
You could maybe set periods (e.g. between pay day and the next) so that you could analyse expenditure during that period, ideally graphically like the above idea.
All the best with it!
Ian
Hi jkiller122:
- next release will have icon
- you're probably talking about .NET framework - moneyharp requires that to run. But in Windows Mobile you should already have it installed.
Hi again chautruong:
yes, I can see it in emulator too. Finding out where's the problem now.
Hi landau:
1. yes, currently Western European encoding is used. Will try to fully adopt Unicode in next release.
2. When you have really long list (>100) and keep the button pressed, it starts to accelerate the scroll (jump 5 at a time). Also, if you use some categories often, put a space in front of its name - it will appear on top of the list.
3. After next release
4. I just disabled that, because I was not sure as to how count group account balance in total balance (omit it? omit accounts in group?) Can you please describe the use case scenario for that?
5. yes, looking at it now (see reply to chautruong)
6. Which format do you use to export from Cashorg (OFX/QFX...)? Also, some details will be lost if you import to moneyharp - e.g. it doesn't have check numbers.
Hi otherworld:
- have you tried the reports (menu>Reports)?
Thank you for your feedback! Keep it coming!
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Hi jaskiratsingh:
1. In next release. Just have to draw it.
2. I have tried several expenses apps myself, but tried to write moneyharp as if it was my invention - some concepts really differ. But that doesn't mean I was right. What irritates you most?
3. The skins feature is already there - I will post the skin config file and instructions how to change it shortly.
4. I tried to avoid any device-specific features (in fact, moneyharp doesn't even use hardware buttons). But I am considering some gestures support.
5. I see. But then: - which view (list or summary) do you use more often?
- where to put current balance?
6. My idea was tags should be used for that - than you can generate reports on them. But maybe this is too constrained.
7. You can skip setting time part altogether. If more people are irritated with that, I will leave date only.
8. Backup/restore - in next release. Meanwhile, you can copy config.stor, main1.stor and main2.stor files from program directory to backup location.
Thank you very much for feedback! Please keep on - I need it.
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Hi Moneyharp,
Please find few comments below:
1. sorting option i.e. ascending date or descending date order
2. if user changes the date, in next transaction the system date should populate instead of chosen date by the user
3. Add a transaction and in Income/Expense: Expense is populated. User can save the transaction, which shouldnt be allowed. This should be Blank and user should be forced to populate income/expense
4. For better UI, as per me,you can remove the time in list view and add income/expense type in same line. Check attachment
In response to backup/restore, what i meant was that the files that contain data should be at a different location say /Storage Card/Expenses and application can point and pick and save data there.
I use the list view mostly. You can keep views : list and summary in menu. You can leave current balance at the bottom or move the current balance at the top
Hi jaskiratsingh
1. moneyharp always sorts records by date in ascending order, and initial position is in the end of the list, so that you see latest entries. An option could be to show either top or bottom of the list (first or last records) - ?
2. The idea was that in one session date is likely to be the same - e.g. you enter transactions for yesterday. moneyharp just repeats the date from last entered transaction in current program usage session.
What are others thinking of that?
3. I didn't want to be too restrictive. User should understand that if he wants full and descriptive reports later, he should fill in all the data. But what if he/she is interested only in some categories or payees tracking - e.g. I want to know how much went to some payee, but no matter the purpose. From my experience, you can't foresee all scenarios, and too many constraints limit them.
4. You have really thought and elaborated on UI options - very impressive!
Still, priority and one of stem ideas in moneyharp is finger-friendly UI. If transaction entries are half the current height, it will be not so comfortable to tap them with your finger (most devices still have touchscreens far from ideal). Also, I noticed that you don't use Payee field - that is why it could fit in 1 line.
That said, you don't tap and edit transactions often - so maybe it's ok to make them narrow.
I invite others to share their opinion!
Option to change the files location - already in list for next release.
Again thank you very much - you provide very qualified and creative review!
Hi moneyharp,
I hard reset my phone and after reinstallation i copied config.stor, main1.stor and main2.stor. Started the application. All the transaction are back but the total is not displayed. Kindly check
Hi jaskiratsingh
Total is 0 or not displayed at all? Are you able to send me some screenshot?
Thank you.
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Hi jaskiratsingh
Total is 0 or not displayed at all? Are you able to send me some screenshot?
Thank you.
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Total was not displayed at all.
I checked now and it is being displayed. Previously, I restarted the ppc couple of times because of installation of applications.
No clue on what happened.
My total was a five figure number.
Just installed to have a look and see how this compares to Cash Organizer, which I use currently.
A few comments that I have initially is the MoneyHarp are:
MoneyHarp doesn't seem to handle screen rotation well. Seems to use the screen height when started to scale the application resolution. This make it very small when started with my keyboard extended and the screen landscape. The application doesn't alter the resolution when switching orientations, so when I slide the keyboard in and switch to a portrait screen the right side of the app is off the screen.
Expect to be able to scroll any of the lists and not have to use the up/down arrows to navigate the menus, etc.
Would also like to be able to have dates shown based on the date style set in the OS or at least have the option to set month before date in the app. Most dates show as I have set in the OS, but when altering the date on transaction entry, it has day before month/year. I would prefer to have month, then day, then year and I'm not sure I would set a specific time ever.
One thing I really like about Cash Organizer is the shortcut they have for adding a new transaction. I map that shortcut to a hardware key and it speeds up entry while on the go. With definitely improves the accuracy of my account balances, since I don't forget to enter later.
MoneyHarp also covers up the bottom bar, which I wouldn't expect. An option to not hide would be appreciated.
MoneyHarp doesn't respond to the back key. Should be able to hit the back key and minimize the app.
I will keep testing more and report back what I find.
Looking very nice so far and keep up the great work.
Hi SinisterJunkie
- I deliberately use portrait orientation only, so when started in portrait it's ok. However, scaling problem in landscape you describe is a bug. I will do my best to correct/workaround this problem in next release, so that it is scaled correctly and you just need to turn it if started in landscape.
- I have this on my list, but next release probably won't include gestures yet.
- I use Windows setting throughout, but in date control it is fixed. Change month and day positions depending on OS setting - noted.
- CashOrg have a separate application for speed entry. I wanted to avoid that and make the main app speedy enough - so you can map a button to moneyharp app, and 'add new' is just 1 click away!
- Since moneyharp has it's own keyboard (or you can switch to standard keys in Options), I didn't think it to be a problem... User's habits greatly differ though. Can you describe the "use case" - how do you use bottom bar while in moneyharp?
- Hitting it will shut down the application on any screen, while on some devices users would expect it to act like 'ok' when e.g. entering transaction and that will frustrate them. I decided to steer away from hardware-dependent functions, at least in first release.
Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts! Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
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Hello, I'm glad to announce my next free application for WP7, the SilverDict.
SilverDict is a offline dictionary application, compatible with famous StarDict program by dictionaries format. Application is very fast, simple and reliable. You don't need to switch languages, SilverDict is using all installed and enabled dictionaries to search the words.
On the first run, application will offer you to download and install dictionaries from online repository (based on free XDXF dictionary collection http://sourceforge.net/projects/xdxf/files/ ) or your own dictionaries from cloud stores (SkyDrive or DropBox).
Dictionary file archive for download and install should be:
in StarDict format (i.e. have *.idx, *.ifo, *.dict.dz or *.dict, optional *.syn files; also optional resource (images) directory;
dictionary archive should be zipped (has *.zip extension) or in Unix-style compressed tarball format .tar.bz2 in one file. For *.zip archive you may try to archive more then one dictionary;
Of course, for downloading dictionaries you should have your Internet connection enabled (for download only, SilverDict does not required Internet connection)
Please, be patient: dictionary installation requires some time (depending from dictionary size).
I don't recommend you to install too many dictionaries; BTW, SilverDict can display up to 8 dictionaries simultaneously.
I'll be glad to hear your impressions, suggestions and feature requests here! Happy searching!
SilverDict: store link
SilveDict+ (no ads): store link
version 1.8: fixed bugs; added SD card support (WP8 only);
Please note: zip archive extension (.zip) is reserved for system; you should change '.zip' extension to the '.zip.dic' first.
version 1.7: fixed various bugs; improved stability; added ""Rate My App"" control.
version 1.6: added Live tiles support; now you may pin article to the start screen; Windows Phone 8 support; added ""silverdict"" protocol for WP8; third-party developers now can use 'SilverDict' as an add-on dictionary; fixed various bugs.
version 1.5: custom color themes, independent from the system theme; "Favorites" tab (please enable in the "settings"); ability to swap languages in "Dictionary manager" by flick gesture; fixed various bugs, improved overall application stability;
version 1.4: added input box with history; fixed various bugs;
version 1.3: improved umlaut diacritic support; improved dictionaries order handling; fixed various bugs;
version 1.2: fixed online repository access
version 1.1: fixed bugs with DropBox login, and saving input text
version 1.0: initial release
By far, Silverdict is the best looking dict app I've tried, WP7 or Android. The design is clean, polished and intuitive.
The "tab" design is a very useful idea (2nd picture OP). I usually use 3 portuguese dicts on Fora Dictionary (Android app). When I begin to write a word on it, various suggestions appear (of all 3 dicts). In Silverdict it's a little bit different, it's more individualized: you write a word on textbox and the results aren't displayed all together, but in each dict's tab. It seemed to me as a flaw at first, but now I really like your design option sensboston.
EDIT: after playing a little bit more with SilverDict, I find to feel that it would be more intituitive if when I tap a word all dicts display it's meaning. As it is now, each time I select a tab I have to tap on the word to display it's meaning, even if I have tapped it before.
Fora Dictionary has a start scanner function. When activated, if you copy a word on browser or an e-book reader app, it automaticly opens dict app and displays the word's meaning. It's a superb feature, but due to WP7 limitations it will probably be hard to achieve. Besides, WP7 e-book readers I've tried don't have the option to copy a word (can't understand why).
EDIT: with Freda e-book reader, with a 2-step procedure, it's possible to copy a word. Start scanner would be a nice implementation in Silverdict, if possible of course.
Skyfire works great, but I'm having an issue with dropbox. I added my account and it opened dropbox page on browser. Due to "not having jave script" my folders weren't displayed.
Thanks for your review and comments!
As for design: I never tried Fora Dictionary but a long time customer of the ABBYY Lingvo dictionary (IMHO, the best dictionary profuct for Windows). SilverDict is copying Lingvo's UI: you have a list of found words (with variants) and you have to click word to display explanation. I thought, dictionary separation by tabs will be more intuitive to end-user; but I can try to implement tab-less, merged list.
As for DropBox: it's a strange. I've switched app to production state (it takes some time) at DropBox devs site, but it still works fine for me: on my Focus or on emulator. Tomorrow I'll try (at work) on the other different handsets. Will be good if someone else can test that functionality too.
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I thought, dictionary separation by tabs will be more intuitive to end-user; but I can try to implement tab-less, merged list.
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Silverdict works great the way it is so don't get into to much work. It was just a remark I made and it's nice to have an app with a different approach. To be honest, each time I use it, the more I like how it works.
Just a small remark: on settings, there's an option to enable/disable save last input, but it doesn't seem to work. I have it disabled, but each time I start Silverdict the last word I typed remains on search box.
And about "detect copied word" function, is it possible to implement?
Yeah, I already figured out this bug. I'll fix it in the next release.
As for your request: unfortunately it's not possible because of Microsoft limitations http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms589129(v=VS.96).aspx
I don't understand why, truly... Seems like they are too scared because of xda whitehats hacks and don't have enough facilities for proper testing
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As for your request: unfortunately it's not possible because of Microsoft limitations http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms589129(v=VS.96).aspx
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Unfortunately, I expected that... bah!
Looks very promising. I'll definitely give it a try once it hits the marketplace.
Just forgot to ask: if you have free dictionaries (under free license or without licences) that isn't in the repository, and you want to share 'em with others, please let me know.
[UPDATE] new version (1.1) of SilverDict uploaded, two significant bugs, with DropBox and cleaning input box are fixed . Big thanks to myself11 for testing!
Has Silverdict been already approved on Marketplace? Can't find it yet.
There sould be an Android version Now when I go back to ICS, dict apps seem ugly and less pratical.
Today MS approved ver 1.2 (with latest bugfixes), should be available in 12+ hours.
It's online!
Can you explain a bit about Skydrive and dropbox Integration ? What is that being used for ?
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Can you explain a bit about Skydrive and dropbox Integration ? What is that being used for ?
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Yes, sure! For SkyDrive access I'm using standard Microsoft component from Live SDK (you can find my working example source here, on xda). For the DropBox I've used DropNet, https://github.com/dkarzon/DropNet.
P.S. I mean this topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1529197
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Can you explain a bit about Skydrive and dropbox Integration ? What is that being used for ?
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It's for the user to be able to add his own stardict dictionaries to Silverdict. If you have none or simply are happy with those available online, there's no need to sync with Skydrive or Dropbox. In my case, it's very useful since I have gathered stardict dictionaries that are not available online.
He-he, I recognized this question as a developer's question Yep, myself11 is absolutely right: using cloud storage you can easily install your own dictionaries.
Technically there are lot of various dictionaries, available on internet; most of 'em can be converted to StarDict format (I don't have enough time to collect 'em all!) Another issue is a right owners... So, SilverDict just provide flexibility.
i would prefer a table containing the string and the translation. just like LEO-dictionary. but the offline support & diversity of dictonarys are quite good!
roqstr, SilverDict is a dictionary, not a translator. Offline sentences translation is a very complex task and can't be easy done on the handset (it's requires a huge database - for example, how Google's translations works). By the way, what LEO-dictionary you are talking about? Just checked Android app called "LEO dictionary" - it's works the same way as a SilverDict but online only and without SilverDict's advantages.
That app is just great. Thanks.
I have recognized searching for special charaters as the first one in the word does not deliver a result, e.g. Öl, árbol ...
Am I missing something?
Thanks ...