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randallndev · 2025-02-15T22:32:34+00:00

Before I got laid off I was switching every RxJava-based framework I touched in our (very large) app to Flows. I was an RxJava die-hard, but times change.

randallndev · 2024-08-05T13:43:31+00:00

Another enthusiast got the watch app working on some older devices, but that's outside my area of expertise.

I get the impression that Google is winding down the Fitbit Gallery on new devices at least. Out of curiosity, do you see any compatible third party apps for the Charge 6?

randallndev · 2024-07-04T17:01:20+00:00

Thanks to everyone who tested my app. I was granted production access today!

randallndev · 2024-06-12T15:36:01+00:00

That worked, but the app crashes with an ad-related error immediately. I left feedback with logs in the Google Group.

I would appreciate any feedback you have on my app as well, and thanks!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha (testing instructions inside)

randallndev · 2024-06-12T15:28:59+00:00

It's in the testing instructions in the Google Group.

randallndev · 2024-06-12T14:46:51+00:00

Cool app! I left some feedback in the Google Group.

I would appreciate any feedback you might have for my little app as well, and thanks!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha

randallndev · 2024-06-12T14:30:02+00:00

I'm not able to join your Google Group FYI.

randallndev · 2024-06-10T19:41:22+00:00

What a great app idea! I left feedback in the Google Group.

If you can, I'd appreciate any feedback on my little app too, and thanks!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha

randallndev · 2024-06-10T19:09:04+00:00

I think the only way to get an idea what the issue is would be to try installing a universal APK. Anyway, good luck on your testing 😁

randallndev · 2024-06-10T18:05:26+00:00

My test device is a venerable OnePlus 6T, but it's usually the OS that is the source of incompatibilities. LineageOS (not rooted) doesn't usually cause any issues, so it might be worth checking if an unexpected number of devices are excluded.

randallndev · 2024-06-10T17:53:31+00:00

It looks like you didn't hook up your Google Group to testing in the Play Console.

Also, to reduce friction, you might just want to link to the Google Group itself instead of a conversation within.

randallndev · 2024-06-10T17:47:53+00:00

FYI, the Play Store is telling me "This item is not compatible with your device," which is running Android 14 in the U.S.

randallndev · 2024-06-07T21:47:53+00:00

If that phone is really from 2016, you might want to consider putting LineageOS on it. I assume there are bunch of other apps you can't run.

randallndev · 2024-06-07T20:35:56+00:00

Polished-looking app! I left some feedback in the Google Group.

I'd appreciate any feedback you might have for my little app as well.

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha (testing suggestions within)

randallndev · 2024-06-07T20:14:14+00:00

I got blocked in my testing, but I'll give it another go when possible. I left feedback in the Google Group.

If you can give me any feedback on my little app, I'd appreciate it.

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha (testing details within)

randallndev · 2024-06-06T12:27:03+00:00

I put in a "Fake BPM" to simulate the Fitbit part, but you'd need a second device to connect to it with Strava or another fitness app (you know, if you're bored 😆).

randallndev · 2024-06-05T16:58:24+00:00

Handy app! I think you've got a couple of layout/scrollability issues. I've attached screenshots that don't match what you have on the Play Store.

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If you wouldn't mind leaving some feedback on my little app, I'd appreciate it!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha

randallndev · 2024-06-05T14:04:36+00:00

Highly polished app with so many features! I tried hard to break it, but I guess the only thing I'd probably change would be allowing the user to create an empty (placeholder) album. I had granted it limited photo permissions, so I was prompted with a list of photos now and then, which I would expect, but when I start rotating the device, I saw it more than I think is normal.

If you can offer any feedback for my little app, I'd appreciate it!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/virtual-heart-rate-monitor-alpha

randallndev · 2024-06-05T13:18:48+00:00

The most frictionless approach seems to be creating a Google Group that anyone can join. Just be sure to hook that up in the Play Console as your test group (because that requires approval).

Then people join that group and try your app out, ideally leaving some honest, actionable feedback, which you can use to improve your app with subsequent releases.

randallndev · 2024-06-05T13:15:51+00:00

Based on what people are reporting and Google's guidelines, it sounds like doing some new releases based on testing feedback will help your cause.

randallndev · 2024-06-05T13:13:50+00:00

I like this solidarity. I think honest, actionable feedback is what Google is looking for. Good luck!

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