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Old 01-06-2012, 01:29 PM   #1
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My new HTC Thunderbolt Android powered smart phone.

I had seen a thread in the past that detailed a couple links to some of the apps mentioned above in the subject, but I cannot find the thread.

So, mainly, I'm looking for campground directory apps, free camping apps that can list me off free campsites in the area, wally docking map apps, and so on.

I'd like to compile as big a list here as possible so I can sort through them all and install the ones that will work the best.

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We use Woodall's, Allstays Camp & RV, Allstays Overnight Parking Walmart, and RV Park Finder. These are iPhone apps.

I will be interested to see what others use.

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We use Woodall's, Allstays Camp & RV, Allstays Overnight Parking Walmart, and RV Park Finder. These are iPhone apps.

I will be interested to see what others use.

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Do they make Droid versions of their apps?
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Do they make Droid versions of their apps?
I have no idea.
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yes they do, look for allstays app for droid
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So, mainly, I'm looking for campground directory apps, free camping apps that can list me off free campsites in the area, wally docking map apps, and so on.

I'd like to compile as big a list here as possible so I can sort through them all and install the ones that will work the best.
These should keep you busy for awhile
https://market.android.com/search?q=rv&c=apps

https://market.android.com/search?q=camping&c=apps

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yes they do, look for allstays app for droid
Actually found one for Droid but it wasn't free like the iPhone version.
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Here's the apps that I have on my Android phone and yes they were all free:
Barcode Scanner - to check prices in stores
c:geo - for geocaching
CamScanner - to scan anything to convert to a PDF
Cardex - stores all those store cards just in case you dont have them or they got lost
AAA Discounts - map and info of where the closest places for AAA discounts
DriverDiary - keeps track of different vehicles, gas, and other things
DroidLight - always handy to have an extra light near by
GasBuddy - lets me know the closest gas stations and latest updates to the prices
GeoQpons - coupons for different stores
Love's - lets me know the closest Love's truck stops and gas/diesel prices
MyCar Locator Free - I can set where I parked and then go all over and still find my vehicle at the end of the day
Passport America - not only gives me the discount price but also the reg price, any restrictions, phone number, address etc
AAA Roadside - more AAA info
RvList - pretty comprehensive list to start a trip with
Sanidumps Lite - gives locations and/or prices of closest dumps
Skype Mobile - free to talk all over the world with
The Weather Channel - updated weather info
AAA TripTik - more AAA info
My DAT Trucker Services - Gives locations of most truck stops, rest areas, walmarts
TV Antenna Helper Free - helps locating where to point the antenna
US Army Survival Guide - lots of good info here
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Thanks .

Here's my current load down on the phone, there's several pay to use apps that I want to add, but will wait till after I pay the $145 phone bill February 2nd.

Apps That I've installed

Barcode Scanner
c:geo
GasBuddy
Love's
MyCar Locator Free
Passport America
Sanidumps Lite
The Weather Channel
AAA TripTik
My DAT Trucker Services
TV Antenna Helper Free
US Army Survival Guide
Fandango
MyPilot
Bubble
Chase Mobile App
iRV2 Forum App
Oregon TripChecker
PDXTrain
OruxMaps
Trillian
Weatherbug
Walmart
Notepad


Apps that the phone already had on it:

Google Maps
Google Navigation (Like this one )
Flashlight (Allows for variable light levels)
Places
Weather (independent of weather
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Pro weather alert is one I like it tracks your areas and warns you of weather alerts

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