TCosbyJr
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I figured this had to be the best area to post this thread. If not mods feel free to move it.
I guess I just joined the rest of social society and finally purchased a cellphone and service, a reconditioned Samsung Galaxy with a no contract unlimited Straight Talk plan (arrives Monday). I've had iPhones (3 and 4) in the past when I had to have a phone, but it always seems a iOS update either kills the battery or apps are no longer updatable so I jumped ship.
Anyway I got the Galaxy as my family likes the safety aspect of me having a phone with me, and made me take one of theirs when I left usually. Sadly it is a sign of the times in that aspect, or so they tell me. Anyway I saw that KellyCo is doing some game using a app and it got me thinking.
What can the cellphone do in our hobby?
I know it can take pictures or video in the field, finds, and such goodies (mine is a 13 MP camera); however, are there any good Android apps for it? Maybe something for mapping/gridding an area, GPS tracking, or other goods? With a variety of aspects in our hobby, and re-purposing other things, I figured there had to be hidden gems it can do. I so far have found onX for maps at $30 a year for one state which might be worthwhile.
I thought if I have to pack the dang thing around I might as well turn it into a useful metal detecting tool as well and would appreciate any tips or recommendations.
I guess I just joined the rest of social society and finally purchased a cellphone and service, a reconditioned Samsung Galaxy with a no contract unlimited Straight Talk plan (arrives Monday). I've had iPhones (3 and 4) in the past when I had to have a phone, but it always seems a iOS update either kills the battery or apps are no longer updatable so I jumped ship.
Anyway I got the Galaxy as my family likes the safety aspect of me having a phone with me, and made me take one of theirs when I left usually. Sadly it is a sign of the times in that aspect, or so they tell me. Anyway I saw that KellyCo is doing some game using a app and it got me thinking.
What can the cellphone do in our hobby?
I know it can take pictures or video in the field, finds, and such goodies (mine is a 13 MP camera); however, are there any good Android apps for it? Maybe something for mapping/gridding an area, GPS tracking, or other goods? With a variety of aspects in our hobby, and re-purposing other things, I figured there had to be hidden gems it can do. I so far have found onX for maps at $30 a year for one state which might be worthwhile.
I thought if I have to pack the dang thing around I might as well turn it into a useful metal detecting tool as well and would appreciate any tips or recommendations.