Used Shake for Android?


Shake Analysis

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Shake is a free utility application designed for Android devices that leverages the phone's accelerometer sensor to detect external vibrations. This application can notify users of incoming calls, alert them during gaming sessions, or respond to physical movements such as shaking the device. The app is equipped with features that allow the screen to flash or play sounds based on the detected vibrations, enhancing user interaction and responsiveness. Offering a straightforward interface, Shake makes it easy for users to customize their notifications and alerts based on their preferences.

Upon installation, users are prompted to enable the accelerometer sensor and configure settings like battery saving mode and activity while the screen is off. For optimal performance, users may need to adjust the sensitivity settings or restart their device if the accelerometer does not function correctly. Additionally, the app provides options for controlling music playback, although this feature is limited to the default music player on the device.

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Full Specifications

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Release
Latest update
Version
1.7.4
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Android
Additional Requirements
Requires Android 2.3 and up
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
31
Downloads Last Week
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Developer’s Description

With this app, you no longer have to turn on the screen and look for the camera app just when you really need it...

With this app, you no longer have to turn on the screen and look for the camera app just when you really need it!

This application allows you to shake your phone in order to trigger various actions! Even if your screen is off, you can still shake it, and it'll work!

The possible actions are:

Run any application like Gmail, Facebook, Whatsapp and more.

Turn flashlight on / off.

Control music player: skip track, start the player etc.

Call a contact

Show recent used apps.

Change ringer mode - ring / vibrate / silent.

Expand the status bar.

Turn screen on.

Turn 3G on / off.

Turn Wifi on / off.

Turn auto rotate on / off.

Turn auto brightness on / off.

Turn speaker on / off (during a call).

Turn flight mode on / off.

Turn bluetooth on / off.

Turn GPS on / off.

You can shake your phone horizontally or vertically, each can be set to trigger a different action.

Features:

Control the shake sensor sensitivity level.

The shake can work even when the screen is off.

You can choose to start the application's service at phone startup.

Choose your favorite shake mode: simple, advance or pro

Available vibration feedback for the shake.

FAQ

Q: How much battery Shake is consuming?

A: If you enable the "battery saving mode" option then the battery consumption is very low. If you enable "Active when screen is off" option then the consumption is high. Note the restrictions that appear when you enable these options.

Q: How can I avoid opening something by an accidental shake?

A: You can set the Shake service to work only when screen is on, you can also control the sensitivity of the shake.

Q: I have a problem that sometimes the shake works and sometimes not.

A: You need to set the sensor sensitivity higher. Also make sure the app's service is running.

Q: How can I hide the notification icon on the status bar?

A: Pull down the notification bar. Long press the notification until a box appears. Hit the box that says, App Info. Uncheck the box for Show Notifications.

Q: How to make the "control music player" action to work on my custom music player?

A: This feature is only working with the default music player


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