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Consider making this home replacement.

I won't get picky about it.
But particularly I believe a world of a lot of g1 users, root and non root would really appreciate a home replacement that allows the user to do the following.
Choose which apps to show in the app drawer.
And the ability to move apps out into the "add to home screen" feature that shows up when you longpress the home screen/menu-add. In a new sub section called hidden apps/roughly around there.
So applications to prevent theft on the g1 could be hidden there over being spotted in the app drawer.
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Just an idea.

It is a good idea. Should post it in the dream applications+games section Though.

A layered app menu would be nice...

lbcoder said:
A layered app menu would be nice...
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I was thinking that since the hero widget can't be ported to a normal g1 someone could try to use Sweeter home's layer option for an sms type widget similar to the hero.
I think it could work out very well since you can add layers and transparency.

An option to hide the apps in the tray would be nice!! I'm down for that.

mvanwyk83 said:
An option to hide the apps in the tray would be nice!! I'm down for that.
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Haha I know! Lately I've been bothered at having a very long app drawer, and apps like Photovault, password storage apps,and other not so commonly used apps would just fit beautifully in that new folder I'm suggesting.
I'm trying to keep this thread alive with hopes that a dev will see it and take the challenge so keep this thread alive :]

If anyone could do this, it would be the folks over at Better Android (OpenHome). In my humble opinion, they have the best home app on the market. You should forward this request to them!

Dredge said:
If anyone could do this, it would be the folks over at Better Android (OpenHome). In my humble opinion, they have the best home app on the market. You should forward this request to them!
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I would like to, but half the time I've ever emailed better home they've done nothing but send me minimal short dissatisfying responses. But yea I use Open Home/have bought it.
Currently running Cyans build with the a hero theme or some widgets works fine enough with me.
But idk I think A home has a better go about things like this.
And of course Sweeter home is my favorite.

Yeah not sure why folders in the menu havent been figured out yet...I was almost sure someone would have cracked that missing feature long ago...

i would love a folder app or a tab app to put in the drawer,
you can hide icons, or make a whole tab of just games.
also, i wish there was a app that would lock icons on the main screens.
so nobody can move the icons unless you activate them.
anyone get my drift?

Better Android Says:
That's a good idea, although 'hiding' apps from the app drawer wont provide any securities because they are plenty to launch an app once you get pass the lock screen.
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I sent him back an email saying that it would still help to weed out duplicates (like having a shortcut, and in the app drawer). I didn't get a response back on that one.
I would like to see this though.

Dredge said:
Better Android Says:
I sent him back an email saying that it would still help to weed out duplicates (like having a shortcut, and in the app drawer). I didn't get a response back on that one.
I would like to see this though.
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Yea if we made a larger up roar about it and got more emails to the betterandroid guys they'd pretty much have to do it

Ive just made something like this.... you can "throw" away the application shortcuts from the app drawer and "restore" them using an added menu..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=538871

Haha rogro82 beat me to it.
I was gonna link his thread, but i guess he already linked his own.
Maybe you should provide screenshots and more details.
Thanks!

MY 2 cents
So far I love the suggestions and it sounds great.
Have you seen DxTop? I used it for a while and loved the one swipe to any of the 4 screens, maybe something like that. Maybe the ability to add more or subtract screens.
And always keep it fast.
I have heard that there is a mod that allows up to 10 screens, but I haven't found it yet. Please PM me if you know what mod I am talking about.
Thanks.

retske said:
So far I love the suggestions and it sounds great.
Have you seen DxTop? I used it for a while and loved the one swipe to any of the 4 screens, maybe something like that. Maybe the ability to add more or subtract screens.
And always keep it fast.
I have heard that there is a mod that allows up to 10 screens, but I haven't found it yet. Please PM me if you know what mod I am talking about.
Thanks.
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retske - Just so you're aware, the app that rogro linked to just a few posts above does all those things without needing to install bloatware (except for the "1 swipe" thing...what's a tap or 2 more?).

what is the best home screen replacement for the droid?

I just bought the GDE and it kicks butt.

I like GDE

Patiently waiting for a release version of SweeterHome, which is still under development.

sillyshyme said:
I just bought the GDE and it kicks butt.
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The developer is from this forum and his recent posts says his got something special in the works but it might take him awhile. The fade transition is simply the fastest transition I have seen on Android or the iPhone for that matter. Cube reminds me of Compiz but is not quick enough for everyday use

Where can I find sweeterhome?

sillyshyme said:
Where can I find sweeterhome?
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http://www.sweeterhome.com/projects/sweethome/wiki
trying it now

the YouTube videos look great, but the preview is sucking on my Droid

I kinda like a new one I'm trying, it's called "Home++." I think it might still be in beta technically, however.

I'm using Home++ right now and I'm loving it.

Home++ is awesome , although it still beta.

http://larvalabs.com/product_pages/intelligent_home_screen.html
using this now
it's awesome!

yoshitoshi said:
http://larvalabs.com/product_pages/intelligent_home_screen.html
using this now
it's awesome!
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Kind of reminds me of WM6.5 a bit in terms of layout/looks, but I do kind of like it.

Currently I'm using Home++, and really liking it, i like the toolbar along the bottom.
Am interested to try Intelligent Home screen, have signed up for the beta, but haven't heard anything about it yet

anzoshi said:
Currently I'm using Home++, and really liking it, i like the toolbar along the bottom.
Am interested to try Intelligent Home screen, have signed up for the beta, but haven't heard anything about it yet
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You can get the beta file here: http://www.myhangoutonline.com/downloads/?did=24
I personally use HOME++ until Intelligent Home Screen gets worked on a little bit more. IHS would be an awesome lock screen. But not home replacement. Specially since you can't place any widgets on it.

mrandroid said:
You can get the beta file here: http://www.myhangoutonline.com/downloads/?did=24
I personally use HOME++ until Intelligent Home Screen gets worked on a little bit more. IHS would be an awesome lock screen. But not home replacement. Specially since you can't place any widgets on it.
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Intelligent Home Screen is really cool and so different. It is still way slow and buggy. I am sticking with Home++ for now.

I love GDE

GDE running fast on my G1

I've been using Home++ too for a few weeks, and I'm amazed that for a beta it's so functional and smooth. Haven't had it FC or do anything else weird either.
I used GDE for a while, but aesthetically it doesn't really feel that good (even with the theming support). Will give it another go once the version goes up a bit.
mrandroid said:
You can get the beta file here: http://www.myhangoutonline.com/downloads/?did=24
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Thanks for the link mate. Will give it a go now.

yoshitoshi said:
http://larvalabs.com/product_pages/intelligent_home_screen.html
using this now
it's awesome!
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a little off topic but what phone is that featured on the page? looks like the g1 but differant button layout and stainless around the screen

Uh that is the GSM Hero pictured.

Infinity scroll? is it possible

Hi does any of you now if it is possible to make this devise use the infinity scroll?
IE. going from screen 1 -> 7 by swyping right once
I know that on my old HTC diamond it was just an app? does something like this exist for the SGS?
thanks in advance
-TB-

You could press the 7th dot to go directly to the 7th home screen.

yes that is true but it would be easier if we could keep swyping.. and then you would have one screen to your left and one to your right, instead of two to your right ..
Maybe its a stupid idea
-TB-

terrorblind said:
Maybe its a stupid idea
-TB-
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Nope, thats good idea. Cant believe samsung didnt do it in first place.

Is this possible
cool, then im not the only one
-TB-

excellent idea,
like the dock on launcher pro which can be scrolled, full circle scroll i think it was called

[Home Replacement] SlickUI

I'm pretty stoked about this new Home Replacement App! These guys are really changing things up! Check out the link for video preview and screenies
DroidAttic

I like! I will have to wait to check out the video when I get out of work though. Any ideas on when this may be fully functioning?

looks pretty nice.

Dhuss said:
I like! I will have to wait to check out the video when I get out of work though. Any ideas on when this may be fully functioning?
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Not sure when the release is but the exciting part is that those screen shots were on a galaxy phone

taypotts said:
Not sure when the release is but the exciting part is that those screen shots were on a galaxy phone
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Sometimes I hate looking on this site...I see all the cool **** that I can't have yet...haha, the waiting game begins once again!

I'm sorry but how is it changing things up as you say? The layout is the same as any launcher I've ever seen.
What HTC did with sense on windows mobile, now THAT is "changing things up."

chronster said:
I'm sorry but how is it changing things up as you say? The layout is the same as any launcher I've ever seen.
What HTC did with sense on windows mobile, now THAT is "changing things up."
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Except for SenseUI is poop! Haha! I say changing things up for the preview bubble, and the fact that you can put your apps in categories.

ICS soft keys for Gingerbread

take a look at this
http://androidandsandu.blogspot.com/2012/03/how-to-add-virtual-softkeys-navigation.html
can anyone make a mod to use ics soft keys, the HD2 buttons are very fragile, bad HTC design..

mkhalid007 said:
take a look at this
http://androidandsandu.blogspot.com/2012/03/how-to-add-virtual-softkeys-navigation.html
can anyone make a mod to use ics soft keys, the HD2 buttons are very fragile, bad HTC design..
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while waiting for this, try zMooth, it's better than any other softkey solution...

yes this is very cool

Did anyone managed to port it?
Tapatalked from my HD2

I would love to see this for GB too. My Droid X keys are barely hanging on. I'm using an ICS ROM right now and love the softkeys, but want to go back to GB because of all the other bugs in the ICS ROM I'm using.

SoonerDude said:
I would love to see this for GB too. My Droid X keys are barely hanging on. I'm using an ICS ROM right now and love the softkeys, but want to go back to GB because of all the other bugs in the ICS ROM I'm using.
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Same here with my HD2 ... if someone can port it to Miui GB it would be soooooo nice !!!

thnx
thaaaaaaaaaaaanx

mofego said:
thaaaaaaaaaaaanx
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Did you manage to make it?
Tapatalked from my HD2

ukrainian lenguage ?

u can try Button savior

bump :> anyone tried to make a flashable zip yet ?

I would like to see ics softkeys too on our beloved hd2... If someone can code that please, it should be always visible and without overlay the screen but reducing the screen size

pappt said:
while waiting for this, try zMooth, it's better than any other softkey solution...
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zMooth?
You sure sir?
Can you please explain to me some few details about this? just afraid of trying a lot of keys for my phone.. thanks!

jblogger said:
zMooth?
You sure sir?
Can you please explain to me some few details about this? just afraid of trying a lot of keys for my phone.. thanks!
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Trust me it's the best for hd2 I always used that one since 2 years and I tried everything... just ics softkeys are better
Inviato dal mio NexusHD2

I agree. I use zMooth for a long time and can't imagine my HD2 without zMooth.
Its not a key, its a small swipe surface on the bottom of the screen and it does not take a part of the screen away. E.g. swipe left for back, or right for menu.
See the pic. attached.

How did you get that battery % instead of the battery showing
Sent from my Desire HD using xda premium

guys, in link above not a full tutorial. there is no list of modification a lot of files ,without it, it is useless. But i will try to implement this feauture to my PCM7 rom, when i`ll get new lcd ,and repair my HD2.

ayyu3m said:
How did you get that battery % instead of the battery showing
Sent from my Desire HD using xda premium
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It's an option of battery settings inside RCTweaks of RCMix3D ROM. Also the ScreenOff button on bottom-right. It's a pretty good thing.

This feature is in all CM7 ROMs, it's called TabletTweaks. And it is even better, as it uses only statusbar.

good job