How does DoggCatcher use each of the permissions that are required?

Submitted by eric on Fri, 12/31/2010 - 11:25

Some of the permissions below are required only for optional features within the application. The Android framework does allow for conditionally requiring these permissions based on usage of features.

  • BLUETOOTH - to detect when a bluetooth device is connected to start playing audio
  • INTERNET - to update feeds and download media files from the internet
  • WAKE_LOCK - to keep device awake when updating feeds or downloading media files
  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE - to check if wifi is connected to enable download conditions
  • READ_LOGS - to send debug logs to developer when user requests
  • RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED - to start the application upon boot (if configured)
  • VIBRATE - to vibrate the phone when the next button is pressed
  • WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE - to save media files to the SD card
  • GET_ACCOUNTS - to get a list of google accounts to select from when importing feeds
  • GET_TASKS - some devices require this to launch DoggCatcher in response to headset connect events
  • USE_CREDENTIALS - to authenticate to google reader to import feeds (you will be required to authorize the use of accounts the first time you try to import from them).
  • CHECK_LICENSE - validates the license with the google market app
  • READ_PHONE_STATE - detect when calls are being made so audio can be paused