Color Nook Color: Suggested Apps For Your Rooted NOOKcolor - Page 4

Tess89 · 12-03-2010, 10:35 AM

Just saw the instructions for rooting the NC using Windows and ... I think I'll wait to see what the B&N update has to offer. Without 3G access, I really only want one or two android apps anyway. I'm hoping B&N won't be unnecessarily stingy with what they'll allow on the device. I get that they don't want to compete with other tablets but that doesn't mean they need to limit their own.

SCION · 12-03-2010, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Tess89

Just saw the instructions for rooting the NC using Windows and ... I think I'll wait to see what the B&N update has to offer. Without 3G access, I really only want one or two android apps anyway. I'm hoping B&N won't be unnecessarily stingy with what they'll allow on the device. I get that they don't want to compete with other tablets but that doesn't mean they need to limit their own.

From NOOKDeveloper FAQs:

What type of applications should I create?

NOOKcolor opens up a whole new world of digital reading experiences allowing you to build upon Barnes & Nobleʼs open eReading ecosystem in a variety of ways, beyond the printed word:

• Enrich book content with reference material, audio, photos, videos, Web links, plug-ins, and more to help readers get more out of their books.
• Extend book content with applications from cooking to travel to science and nature, helping readers further explore their interests.
• Expand beyond reading with word games, puzzles, and more when readers want to take a break from a favorite book or magazine.

Can you give me examples of the types of applications you are looking for?

Millions of book lovers are ready for engaging content and innovative applications that relate to their reading experience. Here are a few examples to serve as idea starters:

• Reference: dictionaries, thesaurus, atlas and encyclopedias.
• Education: “how to” guides, language learning, childrenʼs learning and exploring and vocabulary builders.
• Hobbies & Interests: travel, cooking, food & wine, home & garden, science & nature, history, geography, and others.
-*‐ Travel aids and tools, phrase books, destination companions, recipe tools, ingredient information, knowledgebases, and wine and book club pairings.
• Productivity: reading library stats, note-taking tools, sharing tools, journaling and book club organizers.
• Games: word, puzzle, brain-teasers, trivia, board, card and casual games.

LoganK · 12-03-2010, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Lastblade

Is there an Airvideo equivalent for the droid that works on NC? I really love AV for iPad, it is so easy and works wonderfully.

The technology is called DLNA. Try searching for "Android DLNA client" if you are looking to watch videos on your Nook Color, or "Android DLNA server" if you are looking to share videos from your Color.

I don't have personal experience with any of these tools.

exodus1999 · 12-03-2010, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by SCION

From NOOKDeveloper FAQs:

What type of applications should I create?

NOOKcolor opens up a whole new world of digital reading experiences allowing you to build upon Barnes & Nobleʼs open eReading ecosystem in a variety of ways, beyond the printed word:

• Enrich book content with reference material, audio, photos, videos, Web links, plug-ins, and more to help readers get more out of their books.
• Extend book content with applications from cooking to travel to science and nature, helping readers further explore their interests.
• Expand beyond reading with word games, puzzles, and more when readers want to take a break from a favorite book or magazine.

Can you give me examples of the types of applications you are looking for?

Millions of book lovers are ready for engaging content and innovative applications that relate to their reading experience. Here are a few examples to serve as idea starters:

• Reference: dictionaries, thesaurus, atlas and encyclopedias.
• Education: “how to” guides, language learning, childrenʼs learning and exploring and vocabulary builders.
• Hobbies & Interests: travel, cooking, food & wine, home & garden, science & nature, history, geography, and others.
-*‐ Travel aids and tools, phrase books, destination companions, recipe tools, ingredient information, knowledgebases, and wine and book club pairings.
• Productivity: reading library stats, note-taking tools, sharing tools, journaling and book club organizers.
• Games: word, puzzle, brain-teasers, trivia, board, card and casual games.

so basically they want a tablet...lol

SCION · 12-03-2010, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by exodus1999

so basically they want a tablet...lol

Or in their words a "Reading-Centric" tablet.

exodus1999 · 12-03-2010, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by exodus1999

Wondering who else put apps successfully on there nooks. So far i have tried and had work:

angry birds
Astro filemanager
launcher pro
Scrabble (small screen in corner)
Advanced task killer
dolphin browser hd
gameboid, guitar hero WoR (small screen)
Tetris (small screen)
Tower raiders
GBCoid
kindle
Abducted! 2
Teamviewer <- great for remote desktoping
office suite
winamp
google earth
appplanet.net
google maps
speedx 3d - you must try this game!
rockplayer
droidftp
andtftp (i prefer droidftp)

failed:
vplayer
swype
battle bears zombie
Nexus live wallpaper (all wall papers tried failed)

Backgrounds
pocket legends
aircontrol
asphalt
my paper plane 2
solo
fruit ninja
planets vs zombies
toss it
beautiful widgets
ADW
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I think its safe to say majority of the android apps will work. the live wallpapers fail (obvious reasons). and apps that require certain resolution (some need 800 x 400 etc) .

MikFinkel · 12-03-2010, 10:15 PM

do you have to root the NC to add aps? If not how do you add aps?

SCION · 12-03-2010, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MikFinkel

do you have to root the NC to add aps? If not how do you add aps?

As of today you do. An app store is expected from Barnes & Noble early next year.

SCION · 12-04-2010, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by SCION

I feel like I'm missing out, but another part of me says, "Be patient".

You guys aren't helping any!

Well, I finally gave in to you guys.

I'm rooted. Did it on a Mac.

s52m3 · 12-04-2010, 08:56 AM

So if you root the NC does that mean that you won't be able to apply the updates from B&N? Like when they push out the newer Android operating system to support flash etc. Also will their upcoming app store not work?

Noah98 · 12-04-2010, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SCION

Well, I finally gave in to you guys.

I'm rooted. Did it on a Mac.

Welcome to the club! Now we just need to corrupt BOSWD next

Noah98 · 12-04-2010, 02:04 PM

***For those that are having problems with apps only taking up a small part of the screen:

Install the latest version of SpareParts.apk
http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/917-spare-parts-app/

Then, follow the directions in this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zasSIA7sexM

Voila! Fullscreen apps!

Bookworm_Girl · 12-04-2010, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SCION

Well, I finally gave in to you guys.

I'm rooted. Did it on a Mac.

I use a Mac too. Glad to know it's possible. So what's your verdict? Are you happy you surrendered to the peer pressure?

SCION · 12-04-2010, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Bookworm_Girl

I use a Mac too. Glad to know it's possible. So what's your verdict? Are you happy you surrendered to the peer pressure?

I'm not easily influenced, so I'm surprised I caved in. To the viewing audience at home: Do as I say, not as I do.

The verdict is

lionel47 · 12-04-2010, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SCION

I'm not easily influenced, so I'm surprised I caved in. To the viewing audience at home: Do as I say, not as I do.

The verdict is

Hmmm...I'm thinking of just waiting for them to add the B&N app store. However, seeing that you can get Angry Birds goodness on there, I am tempted.

However, in the interest of not having to worry about updates ruining functionality, I will wait.

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12-03-2010, 10:35 AM	#46
Tess89 Enthusiast Posts: 47 Karma: 498288 Join Date: Oct 2010 Device: Kindle	Just saw the instructions for rooting the NC using Windows and ... I think I'll wait to see what the B&N update has to offer. Without 3G access, I really only want one or two android apps anyway. I'm hoping B&N won't be unnecessarily stingy with what they'll allow on the device. I get that they don't want to compete with other tablets but that doesn't mean they need to limit their own.

12-03-2010, 10:15 PM	#52
MikFinkel Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: nook and NOOKcolor	do you have to root the NC to add aps? If not how do you add aps?

12-04-2010, 08:56 AM	#55
s52m3 Enthusiast Posts: 28 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2010 Device: none	So if you root the NC does that mean that you won't be able to apply the updates from B&N? Like when they push out the newer Android operating system to support flash etc. Also will their upcoming app store not work?

12-04-2010, 02:04 PM	#57
Noah98 Eccentric Posts: 510 Karma: 342150 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Florida Device: The nook, ipad 3, Kindle Fire HD (8.9), Kindle Paperwhite	***For those that are having problems with apps only taking up a small part of the screen: Install the latest version of SpareParts.apk http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/917-spare-parts-app/ Then, follow the directions in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zasSIA7sexM Voila! Fullscreen apps!

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