Trustworthy SmartPhone download site?

January 8, 2007 10:47 AM

I just got a new Cingular 3125 SmartPhone; what is a trustworthy download site for apps and games? (More inside.)

By trustworthy, I mean there is some sort of mechanism in place to prevent malware that may steal data or harm the device or the device's performance in some way. By mechanism, I mean something like user-reviews or some sort of trustworthy certification (like WHQL and drivers, for example) process.

Also, any recommendations for apps/games would be welcome. Tales of woe are also welcome.

posted by jeffamaphone to technology (3 comments total)

Handango.
posted by lovejones at 10:52 AM on January 8, 2007

I've had lots of luck and goodness with GetJar. Goodies from independent developers. WAP site here.
posted by Shecky at 10:59 AM on January 8, 2007

Second Handango and Definitely recommend PDAphonehome. The forums are excellent and should have reviews of sites which are reputable as well as some links to freeware.

I have gained many great WM5 programs from the forums there. I think MS has some warning about the installer not being certified but I ignore this on my WM5 device as small developers cannot often afford the certification.

Do you have any specific programs you want vetted?
posted by imjosh at 7:41 PM on January 8, 2007