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Plaza

Plaza is your new local marketplace!

4.5

97 Votes

  • Category Utilities
  • Program license Free
  • Version 1.7.22
  • Size 19 MB
  • Works under: Android
  • Program available in English
  • Content rating Everyone
  • Package name com.chatous.plaza
  • Program by Castle Global
    255 California St., Suite 800 San Francisco, CA 94111

Overview

Plaza is a mobile application that serves as an online marketplace for buying and selling second-hand items. It displays thousands of products within the user's locale, enabling easy access to desired items without the need for long-distance travel. The app is designed for effortless use, with a simplified interface that provides detailed information about each product.

Interface and Usability

Upon opening the Plaza app, users are presented with a comprehensive list of advertisements, each complete with a photo, item name, price tag, distance to the seller, and the duration for which the item has been on sale. By selecting an item, users can access a succinct description provided by the seller, and view their exact location on an integrated map. The interface's simplicity is one of the key strengths of the Plaza app, making it accessible and straightforward for all users.

Search and Communication Features

Plaza includes a search bar that allows users to look up specific items. Alternatively, users can select a location on the map to explore what's for sale in that particular area. Upon finding an item of interest, the app facilitates direct contact with the seller for any inquiries. Additionally, users can browse other items being sold by the same vendor, providing a wider scope for potential purchases.

Selling on Plaza

Alongside its buying features, Plaza also enables users to sell their own items. By simply uploading a picture, writing a brief description, and setting a price, users can have their advertisement ready in mere minutes. This quick and easy selling process makes Plaza a convenient platform for those wishing to declutter and make some extra cash.

Pros

  • Wide range of second-hand items
  • Simple interface and easy navigation
  • Direct contact with sellers
  • Quick and easy selling process

Cons

  • No in-app payment option
  • Depends on the honesty of sellers for product descriptions

Bug fixes and improvements

Potentially dangerous permissions

  • ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION: Allows an app to access approximate location. Alternatively, you might want ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION.
  • ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION: Allows an app to access precise location. Alternatively, you might want ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION.
  • CAMERA: Required to be able to access the camera device.
  • READ_CONTACTS: Allows an application to read the user's contacts data.
  • READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Allows an application to read from external storage.
  • RECORD_AUDIO: Allows an application to record audio.
  • WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Allows an application to write to external storage.

Other permissions

  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Allows applications to access information about networks.
  • INTERNET: Allows applications to open network sockets.
  • MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS: Allows an application to modify global audio settings.
  • VIBRATE: Allows access to the vibrator.
  • WAKE_LOCK: Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
  • com.chatous.plaza.permission.C2D_MESSAGE
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
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