SS.org mobile phone app

PetrucciVai · 07-08-2012, 03:32 PM

Good news, an SS.org android app is currently in progress!

I've always wanted a mobile app to browse SS.org and I started learning android development back in the spring and a few weeks ago I decided to take a stab at making a SS.org app of my own, kind of just as a proof of concept type of thing. So far everything I have tried to implement is working as far as I can tell and I plan on fully implementing it as a complete app, unless I run into any problems. Just wanna let the community know in case anyone was in my shoes and wanted a SS.org app to use!

MODS: if this is against any forum policies or anything please let me know. obviously I haven't released anything for anyone else to use because its just a prototype at this point, but I don't wanna piss anyone off!

If anyone is interested in helping me design the app and has any UI design or photoshop/fireworks/etc experience PM me! I could use some help making it look sleek and sexy.

Also, for those of you wondering, if I can complete the android version as a 100% fully working app I do plan on making an iPhone version, possibly a windows phone version as well if there is any interest.

djpharoah · 07-08-2012, 03:34 PM

At this point in smart phones with androids having larger and larger screens what benefits would an app have over a browser (chrome) on android?

MaxOfMetal · 07-08-2012, 03:35 PM

Glad to see someone actually doing something, not just demanding it.

Though, I think before you move any further you should talk to the site's owner and admin. Here's his profile, though I suggest also e-mailing him.

Sevenstring.org - View Profile: Alex

Stealthdjentstic · 07-08-2012, 03:46 PM

Awesome. 90% of my posting is done with my phone and it would be very nice having an app. Thanks dude

BlackMastodon · 07-08-2012, 05:06 PM

Much appreciated man. An iPhone app would be kickass though

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TimSE · 07-08-2012, 05:29 PM

Nice! Iv asked about this before.

Il be sure to keep an eye out for it

CYBERSYN · 07-08-2012, 05:40 PM

Praise the lord!

You deserve a free t-shirt.

MFB · 07-08-2012, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpharoah

At this point in smart phones with androids having larger and larger screens what benefits would an app have over a browser (chrome) on android?

Ease of use mainly. I for one have fat, stupid fingers and things like using Safari are tiny vs. say, Tapatalk/WAP sites where you can browse by section and the title doesnt require me to zoom in 1000x is a world of difference. Plus, have you ever not zoomed in when try to change the page on your phones browser and hit the "view like" button over, and over, and over, AND OVER? It's awful.

There's a reason apps like Tapatalk, ForumRunner, etc... were made - to make browsing forums easier. So why not use them?

Stealthdjentstic · 07-08-2012, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpharoah

At this point in smart phones with androids having larger and larger screens what benefits would an app have over a browser (chrome) on android?

So jaat.

ZEBOV · 07-08-2012, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CYBERSYN

Praise the lord!

....... But who is your lord?

It will be great to have this. Typing any post on this is a pain in the ass, especially if I need to just click on where I want to type. It highlights an entire word instead. And hopefully this will make it easier to keep up with the PBL.

MetalDaze · 07-09-2012, 09:55 AM

+1 iPhone

djpharoah · 07-09-2012, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MFB

Ease of use mainly. I for one have fat, stupid fingers and things like using Safari are tiny vs. say, Tapatalk/WAP sites where you can browse by section and the title doesnt require me to zoom in 1000x is a world of difference. Plus, have you ever not zoomed in when try to change the page on your phones browser and hit the "view like" button over, and over, and over, AND OVER? It's awful.

There's a reason apps like Tapatalk, ForumRunner, etc... were made - to make browsing forums easier. So why not use them?

Ah you poor iPhone saps and that 3.5" screen

Sephael · 07-09-2012, 11:34 AM

lol don't need to see/ touch a screen to type, I can just tell Siri to tell you to get lost.

MFB · 07-09-2012, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpharoah

Ah you poor iPhone saps and that 3.5" screen

Eh, I'll take an aesthetically pleasing and easy to use OS at the cost of a slightly smaller screen

Although I'll probably switch when it's time to upgrade just to see what's out there or if there isn't anything, then I'll stick with it.

Aftermath1 · 07-09-2012, 05:36 PM

Samsung Galaxy Note - 5.3" screen, come at me bro!

metal_sam14 · 07-09-2012, 10:09 PM

Galaxy SIII, 4.8" screen, works great for web browsing

I would be all over an app though, I practically live on this forum

BlackMastodon · 07-10-2012, 12:10 AM

^Been eying the SIII's and the new RAZR's. Once my contract is up in a year and a half I'm ditching this iPhone and trying out an android. I like my iPhone but there are a bunch of stupid little bugs that go on randomly and some things just bug me about it. And I feel like a pretentious douche.

Valennic · 07-10-2012, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackMastodon

^Been eying the SIII's and the new RAZR's. Once my contract is up in a year and a half I'm ditching this iPhone and trying out an android. I like my iPhone but there are a bunch of stupid little bugs that go on randomly and some things just bug me about it. And I feel like a pretentious douche.

Droid RAZR is the shit. I've got one, love the hell out of it. I do recommend going for the MAXX variation, its a bit thicker, but that extra battery life is needed.

OT: Can't wait for this, navigating this site can be a slight pain at times

PetrucciVai · 07-10-2012, 06:41 PM

Thanks for the support everyone! I'm not working on it 24/7 or anything close to that, at this point its still just a side project or hobby I guess. But if I can get a

from the site owner and everything I plan on making a kick ass mobile app (iPhone version included).

Quote:

Originally Posted by MFB

Ease of use mainly. I for one have fat, stupid fingers and things like using Safari are tiny vs. say, Tapatalk/WAP sites where you can browse by section and the title doesnt require me to zoom in 1000x is a world of difference. Plus, have you ever not zoomed in when try to change the page on your phones browser and hit the "view like" button over, and over, and over, AND OVER? It's awful.

There's a reason apps like Tapatalk, ForumRunner, etc... were made - to make browsing forums easier. So why not use them?

My thoughts exactly. Sure you can go into a native phone browser and get the job done just fine, but IMHO a phone app tailored to show you what you want in a clean easy to use interface is much, much more convenient to use. Plus I'm trying to learn all I can about mobile apps so why not!

Valennic · 07-10-2012, 09:33 PM

Whether its a full time project or not, kudos to you sir for undertaking it.

JosephAOI · 07-12-2012, 04:40 AM

for doing this.

I for one have a hard time navagating the site on my iPhone. Mostly with liking posts or searching. For some reason, whenever I try to search, I type in one letter and it throws me to the top left corner of the page

Anyway, can't wait to see how this turns out!

CYBERSYN · 07-12-2012, 05:25 AM

I am here for moral support!

Go mate!

Did you get the basket of muffins I sent you PetrucciVai?

CYBERSYN · 07-12-2012, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZEBOV

....... But who is your lord?

The one they call ZEBOV!

skeels · 07-12-2012, 06:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CYBERSYN

The one they call ZEBOV!

ZEBOV likes this.

FireInside · 07-12-2012, 07:09 AM

Great news, hope it sees the light of day.

Galaxy SIII = FTW! Love my new phone.

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07-08-2012, 03:32 PM	#1
PetrucciVai SS.org Regular Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 285 Thanked: 4 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	SS.org mobile phone app Good news, an SS.org android app is currently in progress! I've always wanted a mobile app to browse SS.org and I started learning android development back in the spring and a few weeks ago I decided to take a stab at making a SS.org app of my own, kind of just as a proof of concept type of thing. So far everything I have tried to implement is working as far as I can tell and I plan on fully implementing it as a complete app, unless I run into any problems. Just wanna let the community know in case anyone was in my shoes and wanted a SS.org app to use! MODS: if this is against any forum policies or anything please let me know. obviously I haven't released anything for anyone else to use because its just a prototype at this point, but I don't wanna piss anyone off! If anyone is interested in helping me design the app and has any UI design or photoshop/fireworks/etc experience PM me! I could use some help making it look sleek and sexy. Also, for those of you wondering, if I can complete the android version as a 100% fully working app I do plan on making an iPhone version, possibly a windows phone version as well if there is any interest. troyguitar and Transmissions like this.

07-08-2012, 03:35 PM	#3
MaxOfMetal Likes trem wankery. • Super Moderator • Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 21,488 Thanked: 93 Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Glad to see someone actually doing something, not just demanding it. Though, I think before you move any further you should talk to the site's owner and admin. Here's his profile, though I suggest also e-mailing him. Sevenstring.org - View Profile: Alex Need help with setting up a trem? Need info on your Ibby? Live in Milwaukee? Please feel free to message me. New Rules. Read Them.

07-08-2012, 03:46 PM	#4
Stealthdjentstic Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Vancouver, BC, Canadia Posts: 19,969 Thanked: 338 Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Awesome. 90% of my posting is done with my phone and it would be very nice having an app. Thanks dude The Reverend likes this.

07-08-2012, 05:06 PM	#5
BlackMastodon \m/ (ﾟДﾟ) \m/ Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 3,216 Thanked: 12 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Much appreciated man. An iPhone app would be kickass though . Azathoth43, MetalBuddah, Danukenator and 1 others like this. "Metal is for Vikings; if you're not a Viking, get off the boat." - The Beard "He doesn't even like Metallica, that's how metal he is." - My friend describing my musical tastes to her friends.

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07-08-2012, 03:34 PM	#2
djpharoah Awwww Yeaaaah • Super Moderator • Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Cali' Posts: 13,214 Thanked: 321 Feedback Score: 119 reviews	At this point in smart phones with androids having larger and larger screens what benefits would an app have over a browser (chrome) on android?

07-08-2012, 05:29 PM	#6
TimSE SS Contributor Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 4,158 Thanked: 139 Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Nice! Iv asked about this before. Il be sure to keep an eye out for it www.facebook.com/tempusfusionband http://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/to-...ll/id507292058

07-08-2012, 05:40 PM	#7
CYBERSYN CYBERnetic SYNergy Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sunny Coast, Australia Posts: 5,491 Thanked: 33 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Praise the lord! You deserve a free t-shirt. PetrucciVai and SoldiersOfFilth like this. Make a rule where, who ever messes up gets punched in the face. That is how I run my solo project. - Floppystrings Search this site by going to Google and adding site:sevenstring.org after your search word!

07-09-2012, 09:55 AM	#11
MetalDaze maggots are falling Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,583 Thanked: 56 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	+1 iPhone TedEH and MetalBuddah like this.

07-09-2012, 11:34 AM	#13
Sephael Divine Paradøx Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ky Posts: 1,679 Thanked: 13 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	lol don't need to see/ touch a screen to type, I can just tell Siri to tell you to get lost.

07-09-2012, 05:36 PM	#15
Aftermath1 ss.org Regular Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 242 Thanked: 3 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Samsung Galaxy Note - 5.3" screen, come at me bro! djpharoah, ZEBOV, RTheodoppalus and 2 others like this.

07-09-2012, 10:09 PM	#16
metal_sam14 Tard Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Launceston, Tasmania Posts: 3,105 Thanked: 48 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Galaxy SIII, 4.8" screen, works great for web browsing I would be all over an app though, I practically live on this forum FireInside likes this. Check out my solo stuff: http://samlocke.bandcamp.com Australian Instrumental Prog!

07-10-2012, 12:10 AM	#17
BlackMastodon \m/ (ﾟДﾟ) \m/ Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 3,216 Thanked: 12 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^Been eying the SIII's and the new RAZR's. Once my contract is up in a year and a half I'm ditching this iPhone and trying out an android. I like my iPhone but there are a bunch of stupid little bugs that go on randomly and some things just bug me about it. And I feel like a pretentious douche. "Metal is for Vikings; if you're not a Viking, get off the boat." - The Beard "He doesn't even like Metallica, that's how metal he is." - My friend describing my musical tastes to her friends.

07-10-2012, 09:33 PM	#20
Valennic Many Fingers Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Newville,PA Posts: 1,296 Thanked: 15 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Whether its a full time project or not, kudos to you sir for undertaking it. Affiliated with Ace Music of Newville, PA.

07-12-2012, 04:40 AM	#21
JosephAOI do u evn djent fggt? Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,969 Thanked: 31 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	for doing this. I for one have a hard time navagating the site on my iPhone. Mostly with liking posts or searching. For some reason, whenever I try to search, I type in one letter and it throws me to the top left corner of the page Anyway, can't wait to see how this turns out! If you own an RG1527m, SELL IT TO ME "Your picking hand scares me, Joseph" - My friend Pete "If you can't enjoy one Meshuggah riff looped for three hours straight, you're doing it wrong." -prh "Having technical prowess is like masturbation: it's pretty cool and it might please you, but there is still no emotional connection between you and your hands." - broj15

07-12-2012, 05:25 AM	#22
CYBERSYN CYBERnetic SYNergy Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sunny Coast, Australia Posts: 5,491 Thanked: 33 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I am here for moral support! Go mate! Did you get the basket of muffins I sent you PetrucciVai? Make a rule where, who ever messes up gets punched in the face. That is how I run my solo project. - Floppystrings Search this site by going to Google and adding site:sevenstring.org after your search word!

07-12-2012, 07:09 AM	#25
FireInside I'll Cut You... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ridgecrest, CA (The Windy City) Posts: 1,511 Thanked: 26 Feedback Score: 14 reviews	Great news, hope it sees the light of day. Galaxy SIII = FTW! Love my new phone. metal_sam14 likes this. Six's: Gibson Les Paul Studio ESP LTD EC-1000 - EMG 81/81 Fender Strat - Duncan Blackout/Mick Thompson Blackout, tricked out. Seven's: Ibanez RG7321 - Blaze/Jazz w/Blackouts Modular Preamp. ESP LTD M-107 tricked out. ERG's: ESP LTD VB-400 Viper Baritone - Blackout/EMG 85 Ibanez RGA8 - D Activator 8's Ibanez RG8 Amp stuff: Axe FX Ultra Mesa Oversized 4x12 Line 6 Vetta HD Framus Dragon 4x12 Basses: Fender Jazz Bass - EMG's Schecter Elite 4 Bass - EMG/BQC Control.

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