powerCall
Free App
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About powerCall
powerCall turns power button double-click into speed dialer when phone is locked and screen is off. Also can be configured to bypass swipe unlock without calling (don't worry, you can still click power button once and then swipe to unlock). Also can be used to launch an app of your choice (works even with smart cover). One user reported using powerCall to make a much-needed call when he dropped his phone and completely broke touch screen. After quick one-time contact selection, EXIT the app and just double-click the power button to call your favorite person when the device is locked and screen is off. Calling works with secure and simple unlock patterns. If you sometimes double-click to quickly check the time, try the triple-click option for calling. Even works seamlessly with GrooVe IP https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gvoip (GrooVe IP Lite ver is not supported).
NOTES:
1) App works only when screen is OFF.
2) Triple-click to call and 'launch an app of your choice' options do not require phone to be locked, others do.
3) 1sec max between clicks, otherwise double-click won't register. Triple-click feature allows 3 sec.
4) "unlock, do not call" and "start an app" options bypass only unsecure swipe lock screen. Calling works from all lock screens swipe/pin/pattern/etc. Not all phones work the same - some GS3 users had to double-click slowly or triple-click to make it work.
Please email the developer with any questions/requests.
NOTES:
1) App works only when screen is OFF.
2) Triple-click to call and 'launch an app of your choice' options do not require phone to be locked, others do.
3) 1sec max between clicks, otherwise double-click won't register. Triple-click feature allows 3 sec.
4) "unlock, do not call" and "start an app" options bypass only unsecure swipe lock screen. Calling works from all lock screens swipe/pin/pattern/etc. Not all phones work the same - some GS3 users had to double-click slowly or triple-click to make it work.
Please email the developer with any questions/requests.
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Android app
App History & Updates
What's Changed
v2.2.4
- options 'triple-click to call' and 'launch app of your choice' (even works with smart cover) no longer require phone to be locked.
- moved powerCall service to run in foreground (to help prevent some devices from killing it periodically)
v2.2.3
- removed Amazon Ad banner (kept other banner untouched)
- added vibrate option (quick feedback to the user that the app is doing something on double-click or triple-click):
v2.2.4
- options 'triple-click to call' and 'launch app of your choice' (even works with smart cover) no longer require phone to be locked.
- moved powerCall service to run in foreground (to help prevent some devices from killing it periodically)
v2.2.3
- removed Amazon Ad banner (kept other banner untouched)
- added vibrate option (quick feedback to the user that the app is doing something on double-click or triple-click):
Version update powerCall was updated to version 2.2.4
More downloads powerCall reached 5 000 - 10 000 downloads
Version update powerCall was updated to version 2.2.1
Version update powerCall was updated to version 2.2.0
What are users saying about powerCall
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This small app is really useful for those who would like to execute calling or certain app quickly. Double click power button is a practical way to do so. Latest update now works with smart cover, and thanks for including the vibrate option!
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Many ads
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Khan
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good useful app, clever idea
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Khan
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Does what it says, good for use with a significant other to make calls quickly. Thanks!
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Sucks
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The idea is awesome, and so is the developer support! I had some issue specific to my phone and the developer was extremely responsive and also fixed the problem! :-)
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This is clever and very convenient! The timing takes some getting used to (on my GS3 because of the architecture), but it's worth the effort. The developer was also very responsive and helpful in getting PowerCall to work on my phone! I will be most certainly looking into his other apps.
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If you are having issues using the app, please email the developer for support.
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Waste of time
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so good
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Good app
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Well it wont let me call anybody... Its a lie and a waste of time!
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Does exactly what it is supposed to do.
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App does what it says. What more could you want.
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No nonsense application that introduces a very cool idea. One suggestion: show the currently selected contact
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Very useful.
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Very very useful especially in car to call spouse. Motorola photon 4G.
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Does not work on Note II. Clicks on power button result in screen on/off. Tried triple-click with same result. App design only allows for one contact calling. Uses power. Takes up space. Even if it did work properly, the app seems useless to me. Try voice commands or bluetooth instead.
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Good Job guys Very very useful especially in car to call spouse. Motorola photon 4G.
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Awesome app! The idea is awesome, and so is the developer support! I had some issue specific to my phone and the developer was extremely responsive and also fixed the problem! :-)
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Sky , the app works! If you are having issues using the app, please email the developer for support.
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Doesn't work Waste of time
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Hi Well it wont let me call anybody... Its a lie and a waste of time!
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Wonderfull Does exactly what it is supposed to do.
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Very nice app Does what it says, good for use with a significant other to make calls quickly. Thanks!
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Useful app with simple interface App does what it says. What more could you want.
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good useful app, clever idea
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Cool App Very useful.
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Many ads