Where do you get apps?

[testeraf]

I have an Optimus V. Is the Android Market that is on the desktop of this phone the same as Google Play?

Are there multiple places to get apps?

 

[testeraf]

Also,any idea why the main Android Market screen has been showing "loading: for the last 15 minutes?

But when I click the magnifying glass I can search for an app.

 

[chanchan05]

You have to leave your phone connected for a time. Your Market still needs to be updated to Google Play.

 

[chrlswltrs]

When the "market" updates to the newest version it will become "play" they are one and the same.

 

[Adauth]

Other places to get app. Getjar, slideme, amazon.

 

[chrlswltrs]

Are there multiple places to get apps?

Yes.

Google Play
Amazon AppStore
GetJar

Those are trusted sources. There are also other markets or ways to download apps. I personally only get apps from the Play Store or directly from the developer on sites like here or XDA.

 

[testeraf]

No one has created a site that searches all the Android app sellers/providers? Hmmm.

 

[jefboyardee]

Try Appbrain.

 

[Seanette]

I have an Optimus V. Is the Android Market that is on the desktop of this phone the same as Google Play?

Are there multiple places to get apps?

I use both Google Play and Amazon, and I've heard good things about getjar.

 

[testeraf]

So do you think the reviews are accurate on those sites? Or is it like Northern Tool's website where, I swear, the vast majority of reviews must be written in house.

It seems there are a lot of apps that claim to do the same thing. It can be difficult to decide which one to use.

 

[valorian]

So do you think the reviews are accurate on those sites? Or is it like Northern Tool's website where, I swear, the vast majority of reviews must be written in house.

It seems there are a lot of apps that claim to do the same thing. It can be difficult to decide which one to use.

I feel most of the reviews are useless. You have to read through a few to get reviews that are helpful. I read way to many 5 star reviews where all they say is "Best app ever". Or on the flip side you will see a 1 star review and all it'll say is "garbage" or "can't get it to work".