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(This is not my Mod and all credit and thanks should go to XDA member, AnderWeb)
If at all possible lets keep development going by donating so he can keep releasing newer versions. Here is his direct quote:
"Also if anyone wants to donate me to buying ice-creams for my son, do it here"
Id definitely recommend ADW Launcher which has had a ton of development work done already and works perfectly with my Captivate.
On top of that there are a lot of themes that can install on top of it if you'd like.
Search for "ADW.Launcher" by AnderWeb on the market.
* Free
* Developer: AnderWeb <---- He is awesome!
* Category: Productivity
* Size: 1312 KB
* Downloads: 50,000-250,000
* Last Update: 12NOV2010 - Updated frequently
Changelog, Downloads & usage instructions/information
Check them here
To each his own "Best".
I prefer LauncherPro much more than any of the other launchers I have tried. IMHO Its much more visually appealing. It also works perfectly on my Captivate. ADW is a close second tho and does things for free you have to pay for with LP.
Well like you said we all have our favorites.
I enjoy that I can have my customized shortcuts to my favorite apps while saving screen space.
I've noticed a speed increase after switching over from stock as well.
Absolutely the best, I like the look of launcher pro but there are good themes on adw. I also like the home key binding and gesture features on adw.
Using adw and a notification bar launcher program is really simplifying my phone.
Now I wish we could change the binding for the menu key long press, I have a search button why do I need another?
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Not to be a little overwhelmed but it feels like you're spamming this around the board D: .. there's one in android developer AND now in themes D: ..
again ADW is amazing.
darkamikaze said:
Not to be a little overwhelmed but it feels like you're spamming this around the board D: .. there's one in android developer AND now in themes D: ..
again ADW is amazing.
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Its kinda sketchy, its considered a Mod by some and other members consider it as simply an App.
Under these conditions its definitely not spamming.
I don't see on Earth how this is a mod. It's open-source and built off of the standard android launcher I believe, so it may be considered a mod of that, but there's nothing captivate specific going on, so feel free to advocate it as a great launcher in this apps section or even general
there have been plenty of discussions about launcherpro, adw, helix, zeam already... nothing about the development of this applies specifically to the captivate
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I don't see on Earth how this is a mod. It's open-source and built off of the standard android launcher I believe, so it may be considered a mod of that, but there's nothing captivate specific going on, so feel free to advocate it as a great launcher in this apps section or even general
there have been plenty of discussions about launcherpro, adw, helix, zeam already... nothing about the development of this applies specifically to the captivate
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'Mod' as in 'Modify' your Launcher and use this alternative if you desire.
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'Mod' as in 'Modify' your Launcher and use this alternative if you desire.
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there is no modification being done to the touchwiz launcher though. this is, at best, modifying your default settings since when you install it and click the "home" button, it has cleared your touchwiz defaults
HAHAHA! I didn't know this was going to cause such a heated debate.
Let others know of this App/Mod (people that don't read every single post within XDA)
Sad...
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HAHAHA! I didn't know this was going to cause such a heated debate.
Let others know of this App/Mod (people that don't read every single post within XDA)
Sad...
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it's not a debate, this just isn't a MOD and it's a bit misrepresentative of what this is. it's a very useful tool (that's been discussed in these forums a lot already). if you want to spread the word, you're in the right place for it. it was "spamming" it to the captivate android development section that I feel irked most people
edit: I should also mention this is easily and readily available in the market... people looking for different launchers will most likely find it there and may never even learn of XDA... my bad in assuming people on XDA should be knowledgeable for knowing the difference between a MOD and an APP or even that there are MANY different launcher options available
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it's not a debate, this just isn't a MOD and it's a bit misrepresentative of what this is. it's a very useful tool (that's been discussed in these forums a lot already). if you want to spread the word, you're in the right place for it. it was "spamming" it to the captivate android development section that I feel irked most people
edit: I should also mention this is easily and readily available in the market... people looking for different launchers will most likely find it there and may never even learn of XDA... my bad in assuming people on XDA should be knowledgeable for knowing the difference between a MOD and an APP or even that there are MANY different launcher options available
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Perhaps youre right.
Ive deleted the info regarding this Market App from the Development section.
Hopefully the thread gets deleted quickly.
ADW Launcher is an amazing Launcher Replacement and I don't want it to be downplayed less than less than what it really is.
I don't mean to hijack this thread, but I don't think it warrants a new thread...
I can't find ADW.launcher in the market. All I find is the themes. I've read that on different phones some people can not see certain apps, but other people with captivates have obviously found it. I've used both the default market app and the Appbrain app.
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I don't mean to hijack this thread, but I don't think it warrants a new thread...
I can't find ADW.launcher in the market. All I find is the themes. I've read that on different phones some people can not see certain apps, but other people with captivates have obviously found it. I've used both the default market app and the Appbrain app.
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On a Market search, type "ADW.Launcher" and you should be set.
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On a Market search, type "ADW.Launcher" and you should be set.
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or just use barcode scanner and scan this:
I've tried all of this before, but it worked this time. Lol -so strange. Thanks for the help.
There's some things I like about ADW launcher, but I wish they would put a scrollable dock and the ability to manually change icons (rather than just a theme) in there. Then I might switch. Of course, there are other features of LP I like to, like the swipe actions on each icon.
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There's some things I like about ADW launcher, but I wish they would put a scrollable dock and the ability to manually change icons (rather than just a theme) in there. Then I might switch. Of course, there are other features of LP I like to, like the swipe actions on each icon.
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uhmm.. there's a very nice dock on ADW.
mm try pressing the application button and drag it up.. you'll open another dock.. where you can put whatever and how many dock icons you desire..
and you can change icons.. (it's fairly new though) you hold your desktop and and click custom shortcut..
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uhmm.. there's a very nice dock on ADW.
mm try pressing the application button and drag it up.. you'll open another dock.. where you can put whatever and how many dock icons you desire..
and you can change icons.. (it's fairly new though) you hold your desktop and and click custom shortcut..
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Interesting, that's pretty good. How do you get back out of the other dock. I tried swiping every which way, and couldn't do it, lol.
Will have to play around, might be time to change. Hmmm.
You swipe down instead of up..I have mine set up in a way where I do a gesture anywhere on the screen that goes up and it toggles between the two docks
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Does anyone know of a way to port LP widgets to TouchWiz? I like LP but it has some issues, here and there, that I don't like. However, when I saw how cool the Facebook and other widgets were I decided to buy the full version. I really like to be able to use TouchWiz with these widgets.
Not possible (as of yet?) since it's tied to the launcher.
The widgets are the main selling point for LauncherPro Plus. It may be me, but it seems like Federico wouldn't enjoy knowing about someone modifying his source code to move his widgets to another launcher.
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The widgets are the main selling point for LauncherPro Plus. It may be me, but it seems like Federico wouldn't enjoy knowing about someone modifying his source code to move his widgets to another launcher.
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Perhaps, but I bought the pro/donate version, so I should be able to do with it what I want.
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haha how do you figure? Because I by 1 stock in Apple does that mean I can choose their next product? You bought the pro version for more options, or to possibly support the dev to continue working on his product. That does not give you the right to take it apart and use his widgets the way you want.
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Not possible (as of yet?) since it's tied to the launcher.
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That's what I figured...and thank you for the straight-forward answer.
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I just love how many smart a's there are out there that don't have anything to contribute.
This is Android, built on Linux, built on Unix - OPEN SOURCE.
He's not using special, proprietary methods to code this stuff.
Anyway, I digress...thanks for the help guys.
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Then code it yourself bud. Otherwise enjoy paying for his services.
Looks like there are many features from LP that can be used in TWLauncher, including Activities, Wallpaper, etc. Gonna email dev and talk to him about this - I'm betting he's game. I'll keep yal posted.
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then code it yourself bud. Otherwise enjoy paying for his services.
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+10000000 9 10
Then would anyone know similar widgets to the LP ones? kinda like beautiful widgets / fancy widgets for the HTC ones???
Whole reason why you use Launcher Pro isn't just the widgets.
But... with that being said - I bet if you email him he could put an options to disable the launcher and still allow you to use widgets.
I've had my hero for a year, i've rooted and had numerous roms installed, but never had a very cool screen. i've really just had the basic screen, just changed wallpapers. i've looked on "post your screenshots" and there were some awesome screens. They didn't really go into great detail on how they got it to look like that. if somebody could give me some tips or just point me in the right direction, that would be great.
I'm in the same boat.... Just found out Sprint changed their upgrade policies so I'm stuck with my Hero for another year and just started playing with different themes. It gets really confusing, but if you go to the Hero Theme pages there are a lot of things you can try. Just make sure you have a good nandroid to flash back to if things go wrong, and read, read, and read some more until you understand the instructions. The Skulls & Dragon Themes were pretty easy to use....forgot which post # it was.
Skulls, Dragons, and Black theme can all be found at this thread.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=981757
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I've had my hero for a year, i've rooted and had numerous roms installed, but never had a very cool screen. i've really just had the basic screen, just changed wallpapers. i've looked on "post your screenshots" and there were some awesome screens. They didn't really go into great detail on how they got it to look like that. if somebody could give me some tips or just point me in the right direction, that would be great.
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Most of the time if you QUOTE the SS, and ask the poster what setup they have, they will most likely tell you.
Alot of it relies on using a different launcher, namely launcher pro, adw launcher, or go launcher. Then you download lots of different apps like minimalistic text, desktop Visualizer, simi clock and lots of other stuff that give you lots of ways to customize your screen.
Like stated above, go to the screenshot thread find a look you like and try and imitate it. If the original author didn't say what he used, quote the post and ask if anyone can tell you. Most people who customize a lot can tell exactly what programs someone else is using.
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Thanks for all the info. I'm going to try some stuff out tonight. I'm using adw launcher ex right now.
I'm new to the Android scene (coming from a Touch Pro 2) and I'm really hating the Motoblur interface. Is it possible to install another launcher, or is that something that's hard coded in the ROM?
For some of it you can install a new launcher, ADW, ADW Ex, Launcher Pro are a few examples.
Any of them will allow you customize your homescreens more.
Curious wat you don't like about it? It seems very snappy to me. Much improved over previous versions of blur ui.
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Its snappy and neat but not as snappy as a third party launcher such as launcherpro
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I don't mind this motoblur but go launcher is still more functional for me.
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i suppose i dont disagree... put the topic was that he was "hating motoblur", and while old versions were truly hate worthy, i don't find this version offensive! in fact if they had launched originally with this version, i don't think there would be much hate at all... LP and ADW are still better, and easy solutions for those who like more customization for sure!
The only thing I don't like about this blur, are the 4 launcher icons. Wtf 4? I want/need my app drawer button in the middle, and there's no middle with 4...
So, aside from that, I would be using the stock launcher. When will manufacturers realize people need options, and options are the biggest advantage over iphone. I would be perfectly happy with blur if I could add a 5th icon to the launcher bar.
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I put Launcher Pro on my wife's D3. Apart from a very occasional graphics hangup on the homescreen (which may or may not be from Launcher Pro) it's working really well. She likes that the interface is cleaner, and I don't have to try and explain how "this icon with two squares represents your app drawer", heh! Using the Froyo Wide style for the dock, visually, makes a big difference in not being confused on her first Android device.
Only thing I actually kind of miss is the Moto's QuickContacts widget, which shows up invisible from within LP; and LP's people widget isn't very nice IMO.
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I put Launcher Pro on my wife's D3. Apart from a very occasional graphics hangup on the homescreen (which may or may not be from Launcher Pro) it's working really well. She likes that the interface is cleaner, and I don't have to try and explain how "this icon with two squares represents your app drawer", heh! Using the Froyo Wide style for the dock, visually, makes a big difference in not being confused on her first Android device.
Only thing I actually kind of miss is the Moto's QuickContacts widget, which shows up invisible from within LP; and LP's people widget isn't very nice IMO.
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I get the same graphic hangup on waking the device. It's seen as the desktop area being black while the dock is still visible and showing the wallpaper. Happens every time but clicking the app drawer or rotating the phone makes it go away. This happend on my d1 occasionally with cyanogen as well so I'm fairly certain it is Launcher Pro. Still can't live without LP as the blur home sucks imo.
I honestly love this blur ui. The blueness is awesome, The widgets are sweet, the icons are nice looking, and the 3d-ness is pretty sexy. This is all coming from a touchwiz fan tho
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I honestly love this blur ui. The blueness is awesome, The widgets are sweet, the icons are nice looking, and the 3d-ness is pretty sexy. This is all coming from a touchwiz fan tho
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Dude... it's okay that you are one, but you don't say things like that in public.
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I honestly love this blur ui. The blueness is awesome, The widgets are sweet, the icons are nice looking, and the 3d-ness is pretty sexy. This is all coming from a touchwiz fan tho
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I didn't know you got a Droid 3. I loved your themes on the Fascinate. I'm actually getting one myself on the 27th. Can't wait to ditch the Fascy for it. Any plans on making themes for this when it gets root?
And I agree. The blur on the D3 is very nice. I've absolutely hated every version of it besides the D3's. I hate the TW3 launcher but like all of the TW features(like notification bar toggles). I love TouchWiz4.
Overall I don't mind blur at all. I wish they had certain features from the full blur, but I switch launchers like no tomorrow. I have ALL paid versions of LPP, ADW, Mobile Shell, and Go. I wish I could keep the favorites launcher from blur or find something similar to that.
Motoblur is now called "Motorola Application Platform"
Hahaha that sounds like "we don't want to call it Blur because everyone hates Blur."
Under "Operating System" on Verizon's page on the details screen:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/droid-3-motorola.shtml
Also, it's funny that Motorola decides to phase out the name rather than phase out Blur completely: http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/09/motoblur-name-phased-out-due-to-public-feedback/
And by funny I mean annoying!
But as the others have said, it's much less annoying than what it used to be. At least when you get your phone you don't have all of these stupid widgets everywhere preloaded on your screen. I really can't stand having all the VZ apps.
I actually liked the blur ui on this phone, but it seemed too laggy. I put launcher pro on and it has helped, but I still notice a little. I am thinking it shouldn't have any lag at all being a duelcore phone and all. Any settings I can change to help it?
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I didn't know you got a Droid 3. I loved your themes on the Fascinate. I'm actually getting one myself on the 27th. Can't wait to ditch the Fascy for it. Any plans on making themes for this when it gets root?
And I agree. The blur on the D3 is very nice. I've absolutely hated every version of it besides the D3's. I hate the TW3 launcher but like all of the TW features(like notification bar toggles). I love TouchWiz4.
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I would definitely theme this when the time comes, I planned on it. I kinda dont know if Id want to theme it TBO, Blur is perfect (For me anyways). If someone ends up making an aosp rom or something I could probably theme that for the people that want to be de-blured. Im not sure how this phone will work theming wise.
I really don't mind blur on D3, way better than the blur on that defy I was tinkering with for a while, but I've been a loyal LP user since my OG. What I would like to see though is that quick contacts widget working in LP. That widget is slick, one of the coolest widgets I've ever seen, and I would use it alot. Anyone got any ideas on that?
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Yea, the d3 is seems to be nearly stock android.
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I would definitely theme this when the time comes, I planned on it. I kinda dont know if Id want to theme it TBO, Blur is perfect (For me anyways). If someone ends up making an aosp rom or something I could probably theme that for the people that want to be de-blured. Im not sure how this phone will work theming wise.
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True. There are a few changes I'd want, like making the menus black with white text instead of white with black text.
I got the D3 today. Of course, the one I get has a touchscreen that stopped working after activation. Waiting until Friday for the new one to come in. But, at least my DX2(Fascinate replacement, since mine has issues and I was gonna give it to a friend) came today and works so I have that in the mean time.
EDIT: Got the replacement in earlier. Loving this phone so much. It's extremely smooth and fast(even with Blur), and the keyboard is amazing. This is the first version of Blur I've liked. I would like root to remove V Cast apps and a few other bloatware apps, but meh, I can wait. At least Blur has app groups in the mean time.
Anyone know if there's a way to restore an old LP backup from an OG Droid?
I keep getting no files found... the backup's on my SD card... do i have to create the directory on my internal storage for it?
[edit] Ignore - Figured out solution. Simply copied the LP backup folder from my SD card to my internal storage and it worked.
Guessing since it mounds as sd where as the actual sd card mounts as sd-ext?
Hey, can anybody point me in the direction of a theme for any of the i897/i9000 roms (not CM7, MIUI, or AOSP) that is based off Windows Phone 7. I understand I can get Launcher 7, apps, etc; but I would like a theme.
I don't want a windows phone, so don't say "Get a Windows Phone if you want it" or anything to that regard, I just like the look.
Thanks in advance.
There aren't any for a non
Aosp i don't think. Maybe launcher pro or adw with a theme is the closest you'll get.
Why?
Why would anybody want a Windows theme on an Android? Just saying!!!
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Why would anybody want a Windows theme on an Android? Just saying!!!
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What did u end up doing?
mbc663 said:
What did u end up doing?
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I didn't need a new launcher. I have launcher 7. I just needed themed apps/framework, but I decided to screw it.
Themed app icons? Or the entire app ui themed?
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Themed app icons? Or the entire app ui themed?
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I have Launcher 7 lol. I need the actual apps themed, but it's not really a big deal anymore.
Why the lol? :/
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Why the lol? :/
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I wouldn't need themed icons when I said I had Launcher 7. I created this thread solely to see if anyone has made a theme, or could make one.
I know you decided to scrap the idea, but if you change your mind or someone stumbles upon this thread in the future (and the fact that I typed all this out and found all the links before I saw that you didn't want to do it anymore) I'll post this anyway.
I did this a few months back with some decent results. Keep in mind this is Gingerbread based as ICS didn't exist when I tried. YMMV on an ICS port.
I used MIUI with this theme. The project has been discontinued, but it may still work with more recent builds.
I used Launcher 7 (Free|Donate) but you may want to try out these apps which have recently become free. I have only seriously used Launcher 7, but previous versions seemed (I DID NOT TEST, this is just what it seemed like) to drain the battery a bit more than I liked. Again, this was months ago and not scientific and the battery "drain" was not serious.
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I know you decided to scrap the idea, but if you change your mind or someone stumbles upon this thread in the future (and the fact that I typed all this out and found all the links before I saw that you didn't want to do it anymore) I'll post this anyway.
I did this a few months back with some decent results. Keep in mind this is Gingerbread based as ICS didn't exist when I tried. YMMV on an ICS port.
I used MIUI with this theme. The project has been discontinued, but it may still work with more recent builds.
I used Launcher 7 (Free|Donate) but you may want to try out these apps which have recently become free. I have only seriously used Launcher 7, but previous versions seemed (I DID NOT TEST, this is just what it seemed like) to drain the battery a bit more than I liked. Again, this was months ago and not scientific and the battery "drain" was not serious.
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I actually did that already lol, but I was looking for an i897 based samsung rom theme, but thanks a lot for the link to those free apps, I appreciate it!