Tasker for Android (Lee Wilmot 2009/10) For: Android 1.6+ Price: $5-$6 (free 7-day trial) Automation of common tasks based on context
Features The Needs -Specific locations need specific settings -An easy, intuitive way to change phone settings with location, time, etc. -Turn a handset into a true ‘smart’ phone What it Does -Provides a number of context references based on location and action -Enables changes based on these -E.g. Set the ring-tone to silent when in the office, or from 9 to 5
Contexts states events
Actions
The Secret Sauce Provides programmable ‘blocks’ for users to put together (Android Lego with ~160 actions, 50 events) to make Profiles.
Intended Audience Users who are comfortable with a high level of customization / Power users Want a smartphone that can actually use all of its sensors and features in tandem
Performance, etc downloads ADC2 (3 rd in Productivity category) Evolved from a Palm app called Apt
Competitors Locale ($10) Setting Profiles (free -$3.95)