Talk Android Apps of the Week: September 20, 2015
It’s Sunday, the time of the week when Talk Android brings you a report on some of the very best applications we’ve been using throughout the course of the past week. Today we’re focusing our attention on a fantastic password manager, a super-entertaining DJ tool, a wine exploration service and concluding this week’s medley is an innovative instant messaging application.
Dashlane
First up, we have Dashlane, which is an essential tool for all inhabiters of the Internet. The sole purpose of this application is to provide a secure vault for users to store their usernames, email addresses, credit/debit card details and passwords — so that they never forget a set of login or payment credentials ever again.
Dashlane automatically syncs with other devices you install it on and employs military standard AES-256 encryption techniques to ensure the data isn’t compromised during transmission. Privacy is without a doubt the main concern with this type of app, which is why it’s reassuring to know that the service doesn’t keep any user data records.
If you’re anything like me and you struggle to create secure passwords, Dashlane is an invaluable tool. Users can visit the Password Vault section of the application and instruct it to generate a unique, 13-character password encompassing letters, digits and symbols, which is then automatically entered whenever a password entry screen appears.
To really get to grips with Dashlane’s features, it’s best to see it in action, so be sure to check out the gallery below.
djay
Next up is djay. Have you ever dreamt of being a world-famous DJ? Well, with this application you can feel a little closer to living the dream. It transforms your smartphone or tablet into a fully-featured DJ system, providing you with direct access to mix and remix your favorite songs from either your device’s internal memory or Spotify.
Using djay gives you the facility to create loops and apply unique sound FX all in real-time. There’s even compatibility for external MIDI controllers for the more experienced DJ’s amid the userbase. Sets created using the service can be outputted to Bluetooth devices for wireless playback, which is an awesome feature to have if you’re hosting a party.
In addition, as a result of a recent partnership between Algoriddim and The Echo Nest, adopters of the app will be able to create a remix of their music library with intelligent song recommendation; meaning that music selection and mixing has never been easier as the tempo, pitch and BPM are automatically matched.
To see djay in full swing, take a look at the demonstration video below.
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Delectable Wine
Up third, we have an application directed at all the budding and accomplished wine connoisseurs out there. Delectable Wine is a relatively new service, which allows you to create a personalised journal containing a record of the wines you’ve had, alongside a rating out of ten. You also have the facility to send personalised recommendations to friends.
Delectable Wine aims to help you find new flavours and broaden your taste buds. Having the ability to follow top sommeliers, winemakers and critics gives you direct access to curated lists of wines that could take your fancy. If you do find something you like, you can easily order it from within the app for delivery to your doorstep.
Take a look through the gallery below to get a feel for the apps functionality
Cord
The final application we’re looking at this week is Cord, which, for those unaware, is a fantastic instant messaging platform that solely relies on voice notes. Once downloaded, you will have the facility to chat with one or a group of friends by sending 12-second voice clips.
The easiest way to get your head around Cord is to think of it as a voice-based version of Snapchat. However, instead of images, you use short, disappearing voice notes to communicate. No text involved. It really is great fun.
To see it in action, check out the video below:
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