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[Free App] Volume Controller ......Simple application for volume control.

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 20:56:45 +0000

Hi All,

First of all thanks to all of you for installing Wats Labs 's Application and their valuable suggestion both online as well as offline

really your's installs and feedback mean alot for us.

We are trying our best to make best livewallpaper and apps so that each and every apps give some extraordinary feelings once you install our app on your phone

Here is Free Download Link : https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...me#?t=W10.

Or

https://play.google.com/store/apps/devel...=Wats+Labs

This applications have three button with an attached Vibrate functions,Scroll down and adjust to your liking,Quick office don't worry just use this Application and enjoy.

Please update your review and rating.

Regards,
Wats Labs

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Airpush flagged as a virus... on my laptop!

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 12:11:30 +0000

Today I booted up Windows on my laptop for the first time in several months (normally I run Linux). As a precaution, I ran an AVG anti-virus scan on the whole disk. Wasn't expecting to find anything, but it did actually come up with two "infections".

Lo and behold - AVG actually flagged the Airpush SDK sitting in my Dropbox folder as a "potentially dangerous threat" titled "Android/AirPush". And proceeded to quarantine those files as a matter of safety.

It's one thing for an over-zealous anti-virus app on your smartphone to start flagging notification ads as harmful. But it's another thing entirely when the anti-virus software starts deleting the SDK from your computer!

Has anyone else encountered this issue before? I'm pretty annoyed at it personally. Sure, some people stuff Airpush notifications so much that they can become spam. But flagging the SDK as a potentially dangerous virus? Really?

This means now I can't run an anti-virus scan on my computer without having to worry about un-quarantining my perfectly legitimate SDKs. Good thing I don't use Windows regularly, otherwise I could see this becoming a big pain.

[Free Game] Words Don't Come Easy

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:49:56 +0000

"Words Don't Come Easy" is a simple but addictive word puzzle game that just got released on Google Play.

You start on a 63-field play board with 62 lettered tiles. You have to form at least 3-letter words horizontally, vertically or both since words can also intersect by sharing a common tile.
Valid words are coloured in green and can be cleared by double-tapping on them.
Tiles are moved with fling gestures. You can also drag a tile by performing a long-press on it.

The primary goal is to clear all tiles. If you've accomplished that try to do it again with the least amount of double-taps.

cheers speedball ...

https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...sult&hl=en

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Income Report - High CTR, Low $

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 08:29:26 +0000

Hey all - this forum was incredibly helpful when figuring out how to monetize my app, so I thought I'd share my experience as well.

My app (Song Key Finder) was released 3 weeks ago. My goal is to get it to a point where I can make back my hours in income, though I'm piddling along at the moment.

The app works by recording a sound sample with the device's mic and returning the key that sample was in. The audio analysis occurs after it's recorded, so there's essentially dead time for the user. I used this time to play a video ad (rather than go with an app pre-roll) because it's less invasive and had potential for multiple impressions per app use. I also have a banner ad at the bottom.

Distribution after 30 days
SlideME: 990 dls (free)
Lots of initial dls (seem to be a lot higher for games, almost zero for paid apps). Not sure if updates are pushed to these users or not. Also, users may not be in countries where networks like AdColony are serving ads.

Google Play: 320 dls (free), 3 dls (paid)
Analytics are good, and potential for Play Store cross-promotion is good. Getting 40-50% active install rate.

Analytics
Playtomic
I used Playtomic for analytics because it was free, but it had a few minor issues with location reporting, and it took me a while to dial in how the analytics work. It has been a useful troubleshooting tool, though, to track ad network behavior and fill rates. I'm getting a 1.5-min average app session length.

Video Ads
I'm getting about 0.5 video ad impressions per app open. So, less impressions that a pre-roll, but I hope the increased engagement will add to the lifetime value of a user.

AdColony
I love this network ($5-10 CPM, pay-by-impression, and fantastic support), but the videos are getting played only 5-10% of the time. I'm not sure if this is a fill rate issue or if my SlideME downloads are in territories their advertisers aren't buying. It could also be a bug on my end, which I'm dreading, but I'll keep feeling it out.

Vungle
Vungle is my fallback, and it's played videos almost every time AdColony can't. The first couple days saw a $5-10 CPM, but it has since dropped to $0, pulling the average down to less than $1. It's CPI, so my only guess is that my users aren't that interested in installing games, or possibly they'd rather get their key finder results than leave the app and install another one.

Banner Ads
Revmob
I use Revmob interstitials as a video ad fallback, but they're rarely called. I use the adlink ad type in a row with "Rate" and "Upgrade" buttons just above the banner ads. Currently this button gets a 5-10% CTR (per app open, essentially a 90-sec refresh). Before I added Mobclix, this button occupied the entire banner ad slot and got 25% CTR. Despite this high CTR, I only have one Revmob install so far, with about 30% of the CPI as Vungle installs and a current CPM of $0.67 (though that's counting adlink clicks as a single impression with a 100% CTR, so actual CPM is much lower, more around $0.03-0.06). This is a far cry from what I've heard from other developers, so it may be that my audience just doesn't care about installing free games.

Mobclix
I use a banner ad at the bottom of the app. I started with a 15-sec refresh, but after seeing low CPMs (~$0.07), I changed to 30-sec, which doubled my CTR, which is now at an unbelievable 9%. Impressions are still very low (3000/mo at 30-sec refresh), so my CPM is unchanged. Although changing the refresh effectively halved my income, I'm only dealing with pennies here, so I hope the CTR will encourage advertisers to buy space if my impressions rise (I think that's how it works??).

Conclusion
This has been incredibly hard. 1/3 DAUs click a banner and 1/2 see a video ad. Still, in 30 days, with 1300 current installs:

Adcolony: $0.70 ($7 CPM video)
Mobclix: $0.15 ($0.07 CPM banner)
Vungle: $0.75 (<$1 CPM video)
Revmob: $0.15 ($0.05 CPM button/interstitial)
Free version total: $1.75 (45% active, 3% "+1'd" it)
Paid version total: $10.50 (0.9% adoption vs. free)

So either most people hate the app and click on an ad to leave it (which reduces a user's lifetime value significantly), or my users don't want to install the games being advertised on the CPI networks (Revmob, Vungle). I'm pretty sure the low Mobclix CPM is due to my low monthly impressions. I'll keep you all updated next month!

voice changer testing needed

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:05:44 +0000

Hi,

Getting lots of people telling me my app is not working for them but can't nail down where. Works perfectly on all devices I've tried it on.

Can someone let me know if it doesn't work on their device and help me get it fixed? Would really appreciate it.

noid voice

Thanx,
Bruce

Cartoons android application

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:31:09 +0000

icon.gif (Size: 1.79 KB / Downloads: 37) Hi, I think you can take an application for children. It's very friendly and easy to play. This application present five of the most popular cartoons. Each cartoon has in background it's specific sound. The application is based on Tic Tac Toe principle. Which helps the child to develop his thinking. I think you should try it. https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...5jb20iXQ..

Kids App - Sequences and Counting

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:33:35 +0000

Kids math game that lets your kids practice counting by 1's, 2's, 3's, 5's and 10's as well as practice recognizing and completing patterns. Released today on Google Play and iOS. Will be available on Nook and Kindle in a couple days.
Visit my website for more info.

Android 4.2

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:10:44 +0000

So andorid 4.2 is here..

look at this picture LINK

What do you think?

I think that notification ads on android are gone. Google will tell you what is ok and what is not. Soon only admob like will be ok.

Appbrain has this service. If you use that, you see that only their ads are ok

GET IT HERE

admob app status changed to inactive

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:14:27 +0000

I have new app that uses Admob. It was showing up as active a few days ago. But all of a sudden now the status is back to inactive.

On my test device I get the test ad, but if I turn off the addTestDevice() line, I get no advert at all, and I get this in logcat:

onFailedToReceiveAd(Ad request successful, but no ad returned due to lack of ad inventory.)

I quess my app was blocked due to high maturity content, any way to contact admob to clarify this?

Regards,
BXC

App Position Finder

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:53:05 +0000

Ever wondered where your app ranks in Google Play? Tired of scrolling down and counting how many apps are in front of yours? Now, simply enter the search words(what somebody would type in to find your app), the actual title of your app(exactly how it shows in Google Play), and the developer's name to find out the rank of your app! Try different search words to see if your app ranks higher or lower.

**NOTE**
*Even though entering the developer's name is optional, it is recommended, especially when there is more than one app with the same name. If you do not enter a developer name and two apps have the same title, the app with the highest rank will show.

*This will search through the first 500 results that would show up in Google Play. If your app is not in the top 500, it will not show up. Also, please check your spelling or try different search words.

*This app currently only searches the US version of Google Play.

*This app was developed by me, mostly for myself, to find where my apps are in the market. There maybe some issues dealing with special characters in app names. If you find any bugs, having problems, or would like new features, please send me an email.

*App is free and ad free! If you like the app, please leave a positive review and check out my other apps! Maybe I could actually see them move up in the market some

Get App Position Finder now!

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What's wrong with airpush?

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:13:10 +0000

Hi guys,

yesterday I noticed something really strange: When I looked at my total revenue for today, it showed 50.xx$. A few minutes later, after hitting the refresh button, my total revenue suddendly dropped to 45.xx$.

Again this morning (i live in Europe), just a few seconds before airpush console shows the statistics for the new day, my total revenue was 52.xx$, and as soon as the statistics for today were available, I looked up the revenue for "yesterday", and it dropped to 50.xx$ again!

That was a chargeback (or something else?) of around 7$ on a single day, and I didn't even check my revenue all day long! I wonder if someone else has noticed this? Is it normal? Is it a bug? Is it chargebacks from advertisers or airpush?

regards
harv

[FREE][MUSIC] My Melody Box

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 09:19:36 +0000

Hi all,

This is my first app on the market. Any feedback will be appreciated.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...ymelodybox

My Melody Box helps you to search music from SoundCloud and create playlists.
Features;
- Create playlists
- Search tracks and artists from SoundCloud
- Popular tracks list
- Share tracks
- Browse artists uploads and favourite tracks
- Themes

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Best Finance Management Software?

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 02:30:11 +0000

Trying to manage my financial records (for tax purposes) this year was a huge challenge. As a developer I've been using many different ad networks, which pay in several different currencies. Some via Paypal, some by direct bank transfer. Trying to keep track of all this stuff in a simple spreadsheet, and then present the data neatly for taxation, is not something I'm looking forward to doing again!

Does anyone know of a decent software platform (like MYOB, or Mint online) which would be good for Android developers with multi-currency earnings?

I've looked at MYOB's online offerings, but it seems they don't support multiple currencies. At this stage I don't need some of the traditional business management tools (such as invoicing & CRM tools). Just need a good way to keep track of income & expenses.

Something hosted in the cloud would be good, but desktop software is alright too if it works. Bonus points if it can integrate with Paypal.

Мassiveimpact

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 16:52:03 +0000

http://www.massiveimpact.com/publishers/sign-up/

Has anyone try Мassiveimpact аnd what can tell us about?

Threat, what would you do?

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 15:15:41 +0000

Hello.

Today I got this nice mail:

"I'm just letting you know I am the owner of .... I have a friend on my sight that was telling me about this app that ruined his phone and had got a virus which I had never seen till about a few days ago but what I couldn't believe is I had downloaded the same thing but didn't have the same problem he had yet where he couldn't turn his phone on, till now I can't turn my phone on. I'm getting an attorney and I have already contacted most of these people who left negative feedback of your add online"

The app that guy is talking about is a simple fun app with random results.

The SDKs of Admob, Leadbolt, Airpush and Senddroid are integrated and all of them are activated.
I think it's not possible that Advertisements (In-App, Push and Icon) can crash a phone.

What would you do if you were me?
Is that only an empty threat?

Best regards

[FREE Health App] Help Me Sleep HQ

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 07:54:54 +0000

Hello, this is my second app on Google Play and I really love it, because much work went in it, and it's helpful. Here's the description:

Quote:This is THE most content rich app for solving sleep problems!

★ You can also visit us at http://www.helpmesleephq.com/ ★

This is THE ultimate app for curing your insomnia (sleeplessness) and it's absolutely FREE. It's packed with useful content and includes:

✔ 11 articles about the most common causes, signs, symptoms and treatments for insomnia based on medical research papers and my own experience.
✔ 15 full-length PREMIUM sleep inducing tracks (relaxing music with nature sounds and binaural beats).
✔ Daily news and articles about insomnia from various media, such as blogs, videos, discussion forums and books.
✔ 4 high-quality (optional) and well-known sleep products and services that I use for a better sleep.

Insomnia is a very common sleep problem and it is often thought of as both a sign and a symptom. It can cause daytime sleepiness and a lack of energy. It also can make you feel anxious, depressed, or irritable. You may have trouble focusing on tasks, paying attention, learning, and remembering. These problems can prevent you from doing your best at work or school.

However, when there are no serious underlying health causes involved, insomnia can be treated quite quickly and effectively with some simple changes in the person's lifestyle.

All you need to know about curing your insomnia is right here. Enjoy the app and please leave a rating, feedback or suggestions for improvement.

All the best and thank you!

Google Play link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai....app134731

Thanks for viewing this!

Airpush - What does close Mean?

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 06:28:41 +0000

At this point I am really annoyed with Airpush.

So Yesterday I downloaded a application which is using Airpush. On the Disclaimer Dialog, instead of Ok I clicked Close because I didn't wanted to get spammed.

In Few minutes I got a notification Ad.

Why two buttons if you are not going to Honor what user said?

[FREE GAME] Complete Memory Training

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 10:41:49 +0000

Hi guys, this is my first app on Google Play. Here's the description:

Quote:★ Visit us at http://memorytraining.insplisity.com/ for best memory/brain training tips, articles and products! ★

Complete Memory Training is a FREE game designed to train four types of your memory:

✔ Short-term memory.
✔ Working memory.
✔ Visual memory.
✔ Spatial memory.

Better memory will improve your focus; it will also help to control all kinds of distractions and keep your impulses in check.

It will help students and business professionals alike - whether it's a client's name or a more polished presentation, or studying for an exam. The results will be quickly noticed! Older adults, with regular memory training, will sharpen their brains and reduce the risk of memory loss. The game is also suitable for kids!

Brain training is just like muscle training - the more you train, the better results you get!

We appreciate your feedback so please rate our app, leave a comment, or both. Thanks!

Google Play link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...ry.trainer

Thanks for reading this - I hope you'll like the game!

AppBrain's Apptimizer

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 06:15:36 +0000

I found this on appbrain's developer tools site.

http://www.appbrain.com/apptimizer

It will analyze your app and give you stats and tips about your market descriptions and your apps presence in the google market. Thought it was interesting if not helpful! One very interesting thing is it anaylze's your description and shows the weight of your keywords based on search popularity. I'd like to know how it determines the weight of your keywords though. Could definitely use this as it's show most of my apps have popular search keywords in the description but they are not weighted very high.

How does MoPub works?

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 21:39:32 +0000

Hello everyone. Please forgive my english if you read something weird xD

So I finally decided to leave AdMob because of the low CPC that I have been getting for the last months (0.010).

I would like to try MoPub with some ad networks like Millenial Media, MobFox, Jumptap, and AdMob in last instance in case the other networks don't send any ad.

I've been playing with the sdk and the control panel of MoPub. I added some networks, but how do I select what network I want to check for ads in first place, or second, or third... Or is this something that MoPub does automatically? In that case, how does MoPub select the ad to show? Looking for the ad with the higher CPC?

And can someone explain to me what is MoPub Marketplace and how does it works?

Thanks for your help