SmartBar is a tools-focused Android utility from APS Technology that streamlines app management and quick-access tasks. It offers batch install/uninstall/backup, a quick exit option, a task manager, and fast shortcuts to the status bar and Quick Settings. With a solid rating of 4.30 from 1,190 reviews and a large install base (100,000+ total, -1 in the last 30 days), SmartBar remains a compelling choice in the TOOLS category.
Pros & Cons
Batch app management: install, uninstall, and backup several apps at once.
Fast access features: quick exit and status bar/button pinning.
Integrated quick settings for on-the-fly toggles.
Root-aware option to hide the app from the launcher for supported devices.
Lacks launcher/icon-pack features common to some competitors.
Compatibility notes mention poor support on older Android versions (Froyo).
No explicit mention of launcher/theme customization features beyond listed tasks.
About SmartBar
SmartBar was a tools app developed by APS Technology. It was removed from Google Play Mar 16, 2015 and is no longer available for download.
Download Statistics
SmartBar had been downloaded 220 thousand times before it became unavailable.
User Ratings
SmartBar was rated 4.30 out of 5 stars, based on 1.2 thousand ratings.
App Information
SmartBar was free to download. The APK download size was 926.66 kB. The last available version was 2.0.9.3. The last update was on August 18, 2010.
Technical Requirements
SmartBar required Android 1.6+ or higher. The app had a content rating of High Maturity. The app had been available on Google Play June 2010.
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★★★★★
Running on rooted Droid X 2.2.1 very well. Running on rooted Droid X 2.2.1 very well. I can't live without quick settings. I hope this is fully updated for Froyo sometime :)
★★★★★
Great app, replaces a few others in one go. Recent update gave the settings panel random and horrible icons though - please fix
★★★★★
Works great on samsung galaxy 3....need a single icon on status bar instead on displaying all the enabled apps and also an option to enable settings
★★☆☆☆
...good app for Froyo users, but Widgetsoid is much MUCH better and works with Gingerbread as this does not.
★★☆☆☆
Tried on HTC Desire. Nothing happened to notification bar. When openning smartbar, it closes back immediately. So will I, remove this app immediately.
★★☆☆☆
Doesn't work with 2.2 Froyo on Evo. App works but quick exit for apps no longer functions. Uninstalling
★★☆☆☆
Wont open..Keeps telling me its prefetching app list? But been over 15mins? Until i figure out how to launch it, I will re-edit review. Droid 2.2
Technologies used by SmartBar
SmartBar is requesting 17 permissions and is using 0 libraries.
Permissions
Development tools
test access to protected storage
Your location
precise (GPS) location
Network communication
pair with Bluetooth devices,
view Wi-Fi connections,
view network connections
Storage
modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Hardware controls
control vibration
System tools
close other apps,
retrieve running apps,
run at startup,
measure app storage space,
access Bluetooth settings,
connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi,
read sync settings,
toggle sync on and off,
modify system settings
Extra
android.permission.CHANGE_COMPONENT_ENABLED_STATE
No known libraries used.
Trust & Safety: Permissions include a broad set essential for task and system management: KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES, GET_TASKS, RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, CHANGE_COMPONENT_ENABLED_STATE, GET_PACKAGE_SIZE, VIBRATE, BLUETOOTH, BLUETOOTH_ADMIN, ACCESS_WIFI_STATE, CHANGE_WIFI_STATE, ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, READ_SYNC_SETTINGS, WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS, WRITE_SETTINGS, READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE. The app is noted as not_proguarded, and it offers a Hide App option for rooted devices. Users should review these permissions and the safety implications before installation.
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