General Information:
HappyCow's Veg Eating Guide is an application made for mobile devices that run the Android system. So far this has only been tested on the T-mobile G1 phone. We have created this app to make accessing the restaurant guide easier while traveling and on-the-go.
This app has the option of using your current location, via GPS or Network, OR allows user to enter an address and a radius to search within.
We'll consider including ability to login, write reviews, upload photos, and save listings in future versions.
Currently, the following areas are supported:
USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Bangkok (Thailand), Hong Kong, Japan (Tokyo), some of Malaysia, and Singapore.
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NEWS: Oct. 2009- Updates are coming soon!
- Display photo gallery for listings with more than one picture
- Improve the Google Map
- Sort results by name, rating, vegtype, price, in addition to distance
- Improved functionality and performance
PLEASE REPORT ANY ISSUES - here
Current Version: v. 7.2 (Oct. 21, 2009)
* Changed from Full-Screen to now displaying the status bar on user recommendation.
v. 6.3 (Oct. 14, 2009)
* Improved Photo (enlargeable) for listings that have photos
v. 5.4 (Oct. 13, 2009)
* Add reviews for listings that have reviews
* Added Photo (enlargeable) for listings that have photos
* Updated the venue Update form to be better viewable in G1
* Changed the name of the app, again.
* Changed some messages and text
v. 4.5 (Sept. 14, 2009)
* Fixed issue with the display of foreign characters (other than English).
* Changed some messages and text
v. 3.6 (Sept. 1, 2009)
* Added option to display results in KM (in addition to miles).
* Changed some messages and text
v. 2.7 (Aug 21, 2009)
* Added additional info to display page so the browser is not required to view.
* Renamed app to "Veg Eating
Guide" (Have a better name suggestion? Contact us.).
v. 1.8
* Fixed issue with "map/directions" link on International listings
* renamed app from "Healthy Dining" to "Vegetarian Dining Guide" (more re-branding to come soon)
* Updated code for new Android v1.5 requirements
v. 1.1.7
* Changed HappyCow logo to new colors
* Adjusted link text
* no major changes
v 1.0.8
* Original release
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Offered on the Google Market place for $1.89 (81 + 108), which goes towards our costs for creating the app. Future updates and added features will come, but please be patient (unless you would like to contribute towards paying for it).
If you find this App useful, please remember to return to Market to rate & review it.
Or if not, please let us know what you want to see improved. Thanks!
Functionality & Instructions:
* When you open the App, by default it starts with a radius search and will look for your location. If successful, it will list places nearby you, ordered by listings closest to you.
* Restaurant ratings are currently only determined by logged in users. This may be added to G1 in future versions.
* Touch any of the places listed to view the detail page for that venue.
* From listing page, touch the phone number to dial location
* From listing page, click on 'map' (listed after the address) for a map of location only and driving directions.
* From listing page, if reviews exist, a button to view them will show at the bottom.
* When viewing reviews, click on individual reviews to view full text.
* When viewing reviews, if a photo exists, you can click it to view larger.
* Press on the menu button for search options or to see the map.
* Press "menu" button, and then 'Map' to show all listings on a map, then by touching any of the restaurant names it brings you to the detail page for that venue.
* Use back to return to previous screen
* Press "menu" button and select "Search" to change search settings.
* Choose "Set Location" and type in an address if you would like to use a different location or you're unable to geo-locate.
* Set the distance from center of location from the drop down menu
* Filter results by selecting how veg you want them to be.
Screen Shots:
Q & A:
1) When I start the app it says, "Sorry, unable to determine location..," - why?
Your phone's GPS and/or Network might be disabled, or maybe you are in a location that does not receive a GPS signal. To turn on GPS:
a)
Go to the phone's main screen
b) Click menu
c) Click "Settings"
d) Click "Security & location"
e) Check the two boxes: "Use wireless networks" and "Enable GPS satellites"
Then try again. If this still doesn't work, make sure you are outside, under open sky as your phone needs to pick up the satellites (or radio tower) to determine your position.
* To confirm if your location system is working, try opening your G1's Google Maps app and see if "My Location" works (under menu).
2) It frequently states location cannot be determined, despite my Location Services being on...
As mentioned, location is not determined by this app - it's found using one of these two services included by your phone. If you find that your Google Maps "My Location" is working the app is not, from the same location, please let us know. Most likely you are in an area that doesn't get great reception. Try moving outdoors.
3) Why is the location shown not exactly where I am located?
Depending on which location service is used, "wireless networks," or "GPS satellites," your location is determined differently. GPS satellites are usually the most precise, though the wireless network is sometimes quite accurate. Your location is not determined by the Healthy Dining App - it's found using one of these two services included by your phone.
Do you have another question that's not answered here? Or is there a feature you'd like to see added?
Email us with details
Support This Project:
Please support this Healthy Dining App. Any amount of money you contribute will go directly toward making this app better. Use the PayPal button below, or email us for our mailing address.
