New Speed Dial Widget - Sign

[simplyapplied]

Thanks Chrisy! We've still got a ways to go to add all of the features we are planning, but we're pretty excited with the re-design (minus a few tweaks we'll make in the next update). We hope you enjoy using it!

 

[Chrisy]

It's really nice to see a dev taking the time to make update posts here!

 

[simplyapplied]

Chrisy:


Thanks! We're fully committed to making Sign one of the absolute best apps on the market. There have been some growing pains and its been a slower process than we hoped, but we are going to continue to make improvements. The main challenge is to add functionality while keeping it quick and easy to use.

 

[simplyapplied]

Check out the latest review for Sign from PocketNow. He discusses Gesture Search and GestureCall before talking about Sign just after the 5 minute mark.

Just as an update, we're currently in the process of allowing multiple Signs for each contact which is the first step in allowing the Sign to dictate whether its a call or text. Also, we're looking how to improve the opening speed as well as add the ability to open apps/shortcuts.

 

[simplyapplied]

The most recent update to Sign is now available, and its faster than ever. Version 2.3.6 speeds up the time to launch the app and also allows Sign to be opened/used even when other apps are already open. With the optional "Quick Startup" option enabled, Sign can be accessed through the notification bar at all times. Quick Startup also means Sign opens immediately - no hesitation.

We know people are concerned about battery life issues and having processes running in the background slowing the phone down; however, we specifically designed the Sign Quick Startup to prevent impacts to the battery life or phone performance. In fact, our testing indicates that Quick Startup doesn't use any additional battery power or have any impact on the phone's performance.

We've also updated the Settings menu and tweaked graphics to improve the overall appearance, as well as fixed some reported bugs with the assigned gestures database which was causing issues on some phones.

Give it a try - the Quick Startup makes a big difference in the time to activate the app and its very convenient to have Sign accessible even when other apps are open.

We still have a lot of updates planned, so stay tuned. If you have any comments or issues, just shoot me an email at chris@simplyapplied.com.

 

[simplyapplied]

New Speed Dial App - Sign (reduced price)

In celebration of the 4th of July, we've temporarily reduced the price from $1.99 to $0.99. The lower price is currently available in the Android Market and we're waiting for approval from the Amazon Appstore.

 

[simplyapplied]

Sign is still on sale for $0.99 in the Android Market and Amazon Appstore. However, in an effort to make Sign even better for our users, we're considering removing the 3 contact limit from the free version (Sign Lite) and making it ad-supported. Let us know what you think.

Click Here to vote.

Thanks!

 

[simplyapplied]

Sign is one of Gizmodo's Deals of the Day today. Pick it up for $0.99.

Also, we're going to be doing a cool giveaway in the coming weeks, so follow us on Twitter @simplyapplied to keep tab.

Finally, we still want to hear from Sign Lite users on whether they want the 3 contact limit removed. Vote here.

 

[myale]

Simplyapplied, have a question for your speed dial app.

i just got a HTC Mytouch 4g, i am looking for a speed dial app that cal handle maybe 99 speed dials does your app do that? or do you even have a site for the app i can look at for more details?

thanks Mark

 

[simplyapplied]

Simplyapplied, have a question for your speed dial app.

i just got a HTC Mytouch 4g, i am looking for a speed dial app that cal handle maybe 99 speed dials does your app do that? or do you even have a site for the app i can look at for more details?

thanks Mark

Mark:

Sign can handle an unlimited number of speed dials. The biggest restriction on the number of contacts is your ability to remember the Signs for that many contacts.

Our website is Welcome Simply Applied

There's also alot of information about how Sign works HERE

Also, as a quick update, we are currently testing the next update which will include Dynamic Sign Recognition which determines whether you want to call or text a contact based on the location you start drawing the Sign. This will remove the need to select Call or Text.

Thanks,

SA

 

[simplyapplied]

Just an update. We added Dynamic Sign Recognition (DSR) in the last update which means that you don't have to select call or text anymore. The screen is divided into two sections. If you start drawing the Sign on the top half of the screen its a call, and if you start the Sign on the bottom half its a text. Just turn DSR on in the settings. We're modifying the graphics to make them more clear when using DSR, so hopefully we'll have the new graphics updated this week.

If you prefer the old way, just turn DSR off.

Also, we've added an opaque background option instead of the transparent background, as well as added the option to change the color of the signs.

Thanks for all of the feedback and suggestions.

If you don't already have Sign, you can download it from the Market by scanning the QR code below.

Thanks!

 

[simplyapplied]

Version 2.6 is now available in the Play Store.

In this version:

We removed the annoying "Rate this App" popup.

Sign can now properly transmit user code/passwords to Voicemail - now just draw a single Sign and you can be listening to your voicemail in just a few seconds without having to manually enter the passcode.

Now works with WhatsApp

Fixed several reported force close issues including when opening the contact list

Set Dynamic Sign Recognition as the default setting - if you want to switch back, just go to Settings and de-select DSR.


Version 3.0 is under development and is going to offer some exciting new features, so keep an eye out for the next update.