So I'm starting a new android blog (thought will specifically post about the hardware that I own, which is nexus 7). I just started and need some help to make the blog look better.
http://googlenexusunited.blogspot.com/
Please comment below on what you think of the look and feel of the blog and feel free to suggest any changes regarding the fonts, background or even layout.
And yes I know there's no post in it. I have already one post ready to publish but will hold off until the design of the blog is final. (and also edit the post first)
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hi to all
im completely new to the whole pda game, and have recently purchased my vario.
i have spent the last few weeks plodding around the forum, gaining hints and tips - just feeling myself around to understand the capabilities of my ppc.
its great to see so many dedicated people sharing information and helping one another - a real credit, and to the site as a whole, a complete wealth of valuable information. thanks to all involved!!
after my experience here so far, i have a small suggestion that may help everyone, especially other beginners find vital posts, or should i say specific posts within threads.
its very easy for threads to become huge due to thanks yous and suggestions, etc. (they can also stray way off path). obviously these are fantastic and move threads forward, but i was thinking that it would be really great, and save loads of time, if posts where an author, say, releases a tweak/hack or unlocker, has one main thread which they use to release. this thread is locked to replies, but a link is added to another reply thread, where other members can add their comments and suggestions, etc. the author could reply to individuals on this sub-thread, but post important comments and updated releases on the main thread.
thus anyone wanting to either view the history of an item, or just simply download the newest version of a hack could do so without the hassle of searching through say 30 pages.
this would also allow those who want to read the 'other member' comments do so.
obviously the sub thread would link up to the main thread...
i dont want to step on toes, but hopefully other members would agree and some new posts could start this way to see how it goes.
comments, remarks wellcome...
regards
dan
Well I think your idea is a good one in many ways but as updates come about comments and tips also come about and if they are all in order with the updates it does help with it as sometimes the author/developer of the a hack or tweak doesn't always get the instructions perfect and the experience of the other members as they try it and find a better way of using it or installing it helps and if you have them all in the same place and without the need of searching through another forum to find the right part of the page that corresponds with the current version. I think it would almost need to be put into portions. Example for the original hack has a forum then the next version has a forum and then it would keep it in order. What do you think??
as an alternative, a listing of the post # and date announcing the new release by the version number and content listing on the original post of a thread, or the "locked" thread suggested in this thread.
funkydan: I think it would make a lot of sense. I'll try to remember, but it can be hard to enforce. Good policy though.
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One thought is if when you select New Thread you are given two options one for general threads and the other if you are wanting to post a piece of software etc and if they are wanting to post a normal thread they get taken to the normal thread creator but if they want to post a piece of software etc they are taken to a template where the enter in the info and then automatically another thread is created within that thread for other users to post. What do you think?
HTC Blackstone Wiki Pages
The xda-developes wiki system is a (shamefully) under-used resource, lets change that shall we? The information is available to ALL users and naturally being a wiki everyone can contribute to it, details about ROMs and download links etc can be added when they appear and it is easy to use.
ALL new members need to take a read through it BEFORE asking questions since if it is a common topic you WILL find it in the wiki.
Common useful pages in the wiki include:
PM a moderator to get something in the wiki added here
Rather than have an endless number of sticky threads containing the same information as in the wiki we actively encourage ALL members to use the wiki to its full potential, lets make an example of this forum and show the community in its best light.
Dont be scared of adding/editting information, its there for everyone so if something usefull is not in the wiki....add it!
Note:: we will be monitoring ALL changes so dont abuse the system. If there is a popular page which you think deserves a quick shortcut to in this sticky thread, PM a moderator to have it added. Enjoy people.
* Not yet in the wiki, perhaps somebody should add it?
As stated by mrvanx if you PM a moderator suitable posts can be added to this thread including this worthy one from Jason1978
HTC Blackstone Cooked ROMs on the Wiki
There is a Wiki page which details all of the current ROMs for our Blackstone / Touch HD devices.
The ROMs are in tables in an easy to read format, including links to the individual threads, the download links, and details OS version numbers, build numbers, Sense/Manilla versions etc against each ROM, making it easy to compare...
The page can be found by clicking the link at the very top of the post. It can be updated by anyone, but I will try and keep the page updated on a regular basis, and others have committed to this also.
The page concentrates currently on WM6.5 and beyond. There are very few WM6.1 builds coming out, so I have not updated that table to come in line with the new WM6.5 table.
Please feel free to update any details on the Wiki when cooks bring out updated versions. Also, if you have a ROM that is listed installed on your phone, please feel free to update missing information or correct anything that is wrong. If you add a new entry from a cook, please archive the old row on the table at the bottom of the page if the version is seen as a replacement. Be careful as some cooks have multiple current releases which are from different development streams, i.e. COM2, COM3, COM5 etc.
Many Thanks
Okay, so here is my goal. (MODS, if this is not where you want this posted let me know)
I have setup a site at http://android-look.co.cc/. I love XDA's forums (sometimes..), and wanted a site that had all of the themes for Cyanogen's mods and Metamorph is one place. I have posted numerous themes to the site all organized by theme type.
I have unlimited bandwidth and unlimited space available and would love to utilize it.
I am willing to allow developers to post their own pages and updates too.
Most developer's pages link right back to XDA for screenshots and installation instructions.
If you are a themer and are interested in hosting your themes on my site, please sign up and email me. I will give you moderator access which will allow you to post and edit content.
Site: http://android-look.co.cc/
Mobile: http://android-look.co.cc/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/androidlook
Suggestions and input is always welcome. If this is something the community is not wanting, then I will not continue the project.
I am restaurant manager and have limited time. Until themers get involved, I will only updated 1-3 times a week.
[email protected]
i see you posted the power widget i made i don't care if you post it on your site but i would like it if you added me as the maker
i like the idea of a good, clean, organized website for all your favorite and unknown themes and Morphs. great idea, i hope it gets popular.
kron2 said:
i see you posted the power widget i made i don't care if you post it on your site but i would like it if you added me as the maker
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That's fine. Fixed. I am not really interested in maintaining this site. I am hoping that the theme developer's will use this site as free hosting (instead of those terrible file-sharing sites). If you are interested, please let me know.
Go take a look over at DA, under the categories. You won't find a single category for our dear little Andy. Nope, nada, not even a wallpaper section. Of course iPhone/iPod has had its own section, which you have to expect.
But just take a look here at XDA, and you will see a wealth of talented individuals making amazing designs for our little devices. So why no love for Android? Its not like it hasn't been suggested. I first put in the suggestion back last August, and again a few days ago.
There has even been others suggesting Android at least get a section in the wallpaper category. And i think this would at least be a good starting point. But with the wealth of customization options for Android, DA seems like the perfect place to post all your wallpapers, icons, docks, and themes. There needs to be a whole new slew of Android based categories on DA.
So head on over to the link below; it will take you to Moonbeam's forum for posting new category suggestions. If anything at least post a +1 to the comment I love (I'm 'hornsholdmyhalo'). Or post your own comment about what should be added, and why it should. Lets flood her with the Android love
TL;DR - No Android categories at DeviantART, Go to link, post there should be.
And yes this is my second time posting this. She closed the old thread, so its time to show Android that amazing support once again.
Moonbeam13's Category Suggestion Forum
There is an old thread somewhere for this, but now that google+ has really taken off I would really like to find some nook color enthusiasts who share android related stuff..
Please post your profile link if you want to build a better community!
To add me to your circle go to https://plus.google.com/104483595859328109768/posts
Also, if you need an invite send me a PM(or someone else once they post!)
And realize good google+ etiquette, when you post something for a specific audience make sure you include the relevant circle!(and exclude non-relevant ones)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1157390