Since the release of version 0.8.8.0 a few days ago, some users have reported an error during the install of Droid Explorer. I have identified the issue and have published a release addressing this. A couple other minor changes are in there too, along with icon support for additional devices. Finally, the use of an existing SDK is now the default, and recommended option during the install.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011
Droid Explorer 0.8.8.0 Released
- Fixed the issue with the latest android SDK using “platform-tools” directory instead of “platforms/android-{platformversions}/tools”.
- Fixed the screen shot tool to support newer devices (some are now using 32bpp RGB, instead of 16bpp RGB565)
- Fixed an issue with the Bart plugin license not being detected on the device.
- Fixed the console not working on some devices.
- Added Device icons for the LG G2X and Samsung Galaxy S variants.
- The Google USB drivers have been removed from the installer
- Use existing SDK is now the default and recommended option
- Other minor fixes
Download Droid Explorer 0.8.8.0
As always, there are x86 and 64 bit versions available.
The Standalone version is an “Offline Installer” where the other can download additional files (if you are not using an existing SDK).
The last release of Droid Explorer (0.8.7.2) has ~139,000 downloads since August 21 2010, exactly eight months ago. The plan is for more releases of Droid Explorer, in much shorter time frames again. So lets see if the 0.8.8.0 can exceed the number of downloads before the next release (I doubt it will happen 
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Droid Exporer Update
It has been a while since there has been any real progress on Droid Explorer. We now have a couple other active developers on the project, one of which is working on a Mono port of the Droid Explorer.
We have also started integrating Mad Bee (Managed Android Debug Bridge) in to the core of Droid Explorer. What does that mean, you ask? Well, it means, that there will be more support for devices, including devices that are NOT ROOTED. Obviously, you will not have the functionality that requires root, but you will have everything else. This is an on going process, so initially, support for non-rooted devices may not exist, as it is now in Droid Explorer.
I have also started to make some needed changes to address the issues with using the latest android SDK, since google decided to change the location of where the platform tools reside, and moving ADB in to the new location. The screenshot plug has had some minor fixes as well, so more devices should now successfully take screenshots.
Keep your eyes open for version 0.8.8.0 release this week, maybe even as early as tonight.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Ad-Blocking in Apps is Piracy
I recently received some negative feedback on Mount Manager in the Android Market regarding my strict identification of ad-blocking applications.
The user said:
While I understand where the dev is coming from, the ad blocking restriction on this app is ridiculous. Ryan Conrad needs to understand that he is only encouraging piracy in his own app. Apps like this hurt the dev community for android.
This is not the first time that someone has complained about having to remove their ad-blocking software in order to use Mount Manager. Also keep in mind, this restriction is ONLY in place on the free version, if you purchase a license, you can use ad-blockers if you choose.
I feel very strongly against the use of ad-blocking, especially in applications. The ads that are displayed, potentially, generate revenue for the developer. If you have software that blocks these advertisements, you are preventing the developer to earn revenue, and thus committing piracy.
You probably completely disagree with me. You think ads in applications are annoying and get in the way and you never click on them any how, right?
Ok, well, Mount Manager, like many other applications, offers an ad free version, that also includes other features. But guess what, it isn’t free! I understand that you don’t want to see the ads, even if you never plan on clicking on them, and I offer a way for that to happen, while still allowing me, as the developer, to earn some revenue from the application. Remember back in the day, you had NetZero (it was actually free at one time), a free internet service provider. But guess what, they loaded advertisements up on your screen that were there while you were connected to their service. If you didn’t want to see the ads, guess what you had to do, that’s right, you had to pay for internet service.
So, that is my stance on ad-blocking applications for use with applications. I don’t expect it to change either. As long as I write applications, that display advertisements, I will have code that blocks the ad-blockers… I actually think it is sort of funny that people are mad that I have an “ad-blocker blocker”.
Friday, March 4, 2011
1Way Licensing by Atma Software
1Way is an ActiveX Licensing component by Atma Software. The product offers a secure and flexible way to create time limited trial versions of your products at a very affordable price. License Keys (Serial Numbers) can be generated to unlock the product. It is also flexible enough to allow you to unlock “parts” of your application if you choose too.
It has basically “drop in” support for online validation for your licenses on your own website, which allows you to limit the number of computers that can use a particular serial number and track the serial usage.
256-bit AES encryption, SHA-256 hashes and data redundancy are used for all information that is saved.
Since it is an ActiveX component, it is easy to implement in almost any programming language. Including C#, VB.NET, C++, Java, PHP, Delphi, Python, just to name a few.
Some Features
- Registration can be permanent or they can expire
- Serial Numbers can be set to expire.
- Works on all versions of Windows
- Users cannot get a new trial period by reinstalling
- 1Way checks for changes in the System Date
- Trial periods can be extended and registrations changed via serials
- 1Way is entirely under your own control
You can purchase 1Way for a single individual, or a company with less then 3 employees for $39.00 USD, or a Commercial License, for a company employing more then 3 employees, for $89.00 USD.
You will not find a product that works this well, this flexible, and with the great support that Atma Software offers for anywhere near this price.
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Droid Explorer 0.8.8.1
Since the release of version 0.8.8.0 a few days ago, some users have reported an error during the install of Droid Explorer. I have identified the issue and have published a release addressing this. A couple other minor changes are in there too, along with icon support for additional devices. Finally, the use of an existing SDK is now the default, and recommended option during the install.
Download Droid Explorer 0.8.8.1
Droid Explorer 0.8.8.0 Released
- Fixed the issue with the latest android SDK using “platform-tools” directory instead of “platforms/android-{platformversions}/tools”.
- Fixed the screen shot tool to support newer devices (some are now using 32bpp RGB, instead of 16bpp RGB565)
- Fixed an issue with the Bart plugin license not being detected on the device.
- Fixed the console not working on some devices.
- Added Device icons for the LG G2X and Samsung Galaxy S variants.
- The Google USB drivers have been removed from the installer
- Use existing SDK is now the default and recommended option
- Other minor fixes
Download Droid Explorer 0.8.8.0
As always, there are x86 and 64 bit versions available.
The Standalone version is an “Offline Installer” where the other can download additional files (if you are not using an existing SDK).
The last release of Droid Explorer (0.8.7.2) has ~139,000 downloads since August 21 2010, exactly eight months ago. The plan is for more releases of Droid Explorer, in much shorter time frames again. So lets see if the 0.8.8.0 can exceed the number of downloads before the next release (I doubt it will happen
Droid Exporer Update
It has been a while since there has been any real progress on Droid Explorer. We now have a couple other active developers on the project, one of which is working on a Mono port of the Droid Explorer.
We have also started integrating Mad Bee (Managed Android Debug Bridge) in to the core of Droid Explorer. What does that mean, you ask? Well, it means, that there will be more support for devices, including devices that are NOT ROOTED. Obviously, you will not have the functionality that requires root, but you will have everything else. This is an on going process, so initially, support for non-rooted devices may not exist, as it is now in Droid Explorer.
I have also started to make some needed changes to address the issues with using the latest android SDK, since google decided to change the location of where the platform tools reside, and moving ADB in to the new location. The screenshot plug has had some minor fixes as well, so more devices should now successfully take screenshots.
Keep your eyes open for version 0.8.8.0 release this week, maybe even as early as tonight.
Ad-Blocking in Apps is Piracy
I recently received some negative feedback on Mount Manager in the Android Market regarding my strict identification of ad-blocking applications.
The user said:
While I understand where the dev is coming from, the ad blocking restriction on this app is ridiculous. Ryan Conrad needs to understand that he is only encouraging piracy in his own app. Apps like this hurt the dev community for android.
This is not the first time that someone has complained about having to remove their ad-blocking software in order to use Mount Manager. Also keep in mind, this restriction is ONLY in place on the free version, if you purchase a license, you can use ad-blockers if you choose.
I feel very strongly against the use of ad-blocking, especially in applications. The ads that are displayed, potentially, generate revenue for the developer. If you have software that blocks these advertisements, you are preventing the developer to earn revenue, and thus committing piracy.
You probably completely disagree with me. You think ads in applications are annoying and get in the way and you never click on them any how, right?
Ok, well, Mount Manager, like many other applications, offers an ad free version, that also includes other features. But guess what, it isn’t free! I understand that you don’t want to see the ads, even if you never plan on clicking on them, and I offer a way for that to happen, while still allowing me, as the developer, to earn some revenue from the application. Remember back in the day, you had NetZero (it was actually free at one time), a free internet service provider. But guess what, they loaded advertisements up on your screen that were there while you were connected to their service. If you didn’t want to see the ads, guess what you had to do, that’s right, you had to pay for internet service.
So, that is my stance on ad-blocking applications for use with applications. I don’t expect it to change either. As long as I write applications, that display advertisements, I will have code that blocks the ad-blockers… I actually think it is sort of funny that people are mad that I have an “ad-blocker blocker”.
1Way Licensing by Atma Software
1Way is an ActiveX Licensing component by Atma Software. The product offers a secure and flexible way to create time limited trial versions of your products at a very affordable price. License Keys (Serial Numbers) can be generated to unlock the product. It is also flexible enough to allow you to unlock “parts” of your application if you choose too.
It has basically “drop in” support for online validation for your licenses on your own website, which allows you to limit the number of computers that can use a particular serial number and track the serial usage.
256-bit AES encryption, SHA-256 hashes and data redundancy are used for all information that is saved.
Since it is an ActiveX component, it is easy to implement in almost any programming language. Including C#, VB.NET, C++, Java, PHP, Delphi, Python, just to name a few.
Some Features
- Registration can be permanent or they can expire
- Serial Numbers can be set to expire.
- Works on all versions of Windows
- Users cannot get a new trial period by reinstalling
- 1Way checks for changes in the System Date
- Trial periods can be extended and registrations changed via serials
- 1Way is entirely under your own control
You can purchase 1Way for a single individual, or a company with less then 3 employees for $39.00 USD, or a Commercial License, for a company employing more then 3 employees, for $89.00 USD.
You will not find a product that works this well, this flexible, and with the great support that Atma Software offers for anywhere near this price.
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