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[Q] GingerDX v029 DeskClock

The ROM is really great and stable, but I just want to ask: can I remove that big ball, the one that when you click it changes the color, on the Clock system app? In case of 'yes', how can I do it?
I was using the GingerDX v025 and the Clock doens't have that.
Thanks.

That's a modded Desk Clock layout by AChep to match the ICS clock. Did you change apks by any chance?

Chris95X8 said:
That's a modded Desk Clock layout by AChep to match the ICS clock. Did you change apks by any chance?
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No, I just flashed that new version 029 and the Clock is like that.
Do you know a way to get back to normal, I mean, without the mod to match the ICS clock?
Thanks.

mastzin said:
No, I just flashed that new version 029 and the Clock is like that.
Do you know a way to get back to normal, I mean, without the mod to match the ICS clock?
Thanks.
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I also have the same problem-it looks kind of ugly. However I am not sure if it is possible to get rid of the 'ball/oval', maybe you can try another clock app.
Although I don't like it either, it don't mind to much as I don't even use the app. Good luck anyway (even though my reply may not of helped much )

Does it happen with the ICS theme applied?
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ShinOrochiX said:
I also have the same problem-it looks kind of ugly. However I am not sure if it is possible to get rid of the 'ball/oval', maybe you can try another clock app.
Although I don't like it either, it don't mind to much as I don't even use the app. Good luck anyway (even though my reply may not of helped much )
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Also, I just thought of this, GDXv025 is also Gingerbread so what you could do is copy the apk of the GDXv025 clock app to the GDXv029 system/app folder.

ShinOrochiX said:
Also, I just thought of this, GDXv025 is also Gingerbread so what you could do is copy the apk of the GDXv025 clock app to the GDXv029 system/app folder.
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Man, that works! Thanks!
And thank you all that help on my question too.

mastzin said:
Man, that works! Thanks!
And thank you all that help on my question too.
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No problem .

[Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys

Hey Guys DJ here! I thought to make this guide for all people who want smaller onscreen keys/softkeys/navigation bar [the home,back and recent apps keys] on their Xperia Z. People would say that you could've provided some framework-res.apks with different sizes of softkeys! But they would be size specific and people have their own choices hence I am telling you guys how to make them yourselves! By the way this works on all android 4.+ devices!
What's the advantage of doing this? You get a bigger screen as your apps get rescaled automatically!
First of all Your Xperia Z should be rooted ,DEODEXED and unlocked! You can refer to DoomLord's tutorial for that!
You should have the knowledge on how to use flashtool or how to create nandroid backups in clockworkmod recovery incase something goes wrong!
Disclaimer:
You are doing this on your own risk , blah blahblahblahblahblah!
By the way cmd means command prompt window!
Let's Begin:
First of all make a backup of your rom by going into the recovery ! Its good to have one incase something goes wrong!
To DO on your XZ-
1) Install root explorer
2) Navigate to system/framework/
3) Copy 'framework-res.apk' and 'SemcGenericUxpRes.apk' from that location to your SDcard.
4) Now connect your XZ to your PC.
To DO on your PC-
1) Install apktool v3 [you can find it easily on google! ]
2) After you are done with installing apktool open a cmd window in that location [ you can do that by right clicking in that window while keeping the shift key pressed, then click on the open command window here option from the drop down menu which appers].
3) Copy framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk from your SDcard to your PC to the location where your apktool files are present.
4) Now in the cmd window which you opened earlier you need to type some commands -
apktool if framework-res.apk
now press 'enter key'
then
apktool if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk
press enter
The above 2 lines have installed the framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk to your system which the apktool will later use as resources to decompile the framework-res.apk
now we need to decompile the framework-res.apk, for this type
apktool d framework-res.apk framework-res
it will perform a series of functions just wait for it till its finished!
when its done you will see that there is a new folder 'framework-res' in the window[location] where you have installed the apktool!
navigate to framework-res/res/values/
open dimens.xml using noteped++[yeah forgot to say that you need to install this too! ]
look for the lines 'navigationbar height' and navigationbar width'
the default size would be 48! just reduce it to what ever you want! 28 is recommended by me ! height = 28 and width= 24
Save the changes.
Now switch to the cmd window again
We are going to re-compile the framework-res.apk-
type-
apktool b framework-res framework-res-new.apk
when its done then you will have the new framework-res-new.apk with smaller softkeys!
5) Now copy it to your SDcard
6) Disconnect your XZ
7) Open root explorer in your XZ.
8) Copy the 'framework-res-new.apk' to your system/
9) Long press it and click on permissions
10) set it to rw-r--r--[1st row + + - ; 2nd row + - - ; 3rd row + - -][+ means ticked and - means unticked]
11) once done , rename the 'framework-res-new.apk' to 'framework-res.apk'.
12) Copy it to system/framework/
13) Press Yes when it asks to replace the original.
14) Then reboot your XZ [it might force reboot itself].
15) Done! now you have smaller softkeys! Enjoy!
Please report the results as I don't have an Xperia Z but this method has been tried and tested on my Xperia Neo V by me!
Press the thanks button below if you found this helpful!

Cool tutorial,could you post a screenshot,I wanna see how good it looks before my phone arrives

Fokezy said:
Cool tutorial,could you post a screenshot,I wanna see how good it looks before my phone arrives
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I mentioned that I don't own a Xperia Z!
But if you want I can post some from my Xperia Neo v!
In the attachment the size is 22
Sent from my »Neo V«

This is gonna look great on the Z,but do games and apps get rescaled automatically?

Fokezy said:
This is gonna look great on the Z,but do games and apps get rescaled automatically?
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Yup! In short u get a larger screen!
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«

AW: [Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys
Dev Jaskirat said:
Yup! In short u get a larger screen!
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«
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And you can mod "density" in build.prop to a smaller value to get a "larger" screen, too. Try it if you think that you can manage smaller buttons.
Nice Tutorial by the way :good:
Greets
Sent from my X10i using xda app-developers app

keenofhiphop said:
And you can mod "density" in build.prop to a smaller value to get a "larger" screen, too. Try it if you think that you can manage smaller buttons.
Nice Tutorial by the way :good:
Greets
Sent from my X10i using xda app-developers app
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Well that doesn't work much well!
You see I had once done it on stock and almost all the apps of playstore became incompatible with my neo v!
As when we decrease the dpi we are decreasing the resolution too! I changed mine from 240 to 160 and xperia home stopped working along with many other apps!
Its safe to change dpi on roms like paranoid android! But its not recommended on stock!
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«

1) probably won't work with NXT framework, needs a different method like XS, Sola, P, U etc
2) don't post a guide in development unless you know it works.
Thx
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krabappel2548 said:
1) probably won't work with NXT framework, needs a different method like XS, Sola, P, U etc
2) don't post a guide in development unless you know it works.
Thx
Sent from my Xperia S using xda app-developers app
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It works bro! This is a general method for resizing the osb! Its tested on XV, neo,neo v, arc,arc s and ray by my friends!
XV has NXT framework! It worked for XV it will for XZ too!
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«

AW: [Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys
Dev Jaskirat said:
Well that doesn't work much well!
You see I had once done it on stock and almost all the apps of playstore became incompatible with my neo v!
As when we decrease the dpi we are decreasing the resolution too! I changed mine from 240 to 160 and xperia home stopped working along with many other apps!
Its safe to change dpi on roms like paranoid android! But its not recommended on stock!
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«
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I know. But if you do it you have to choose the next "proper" density.
200 was compatible with most apps, and yes, xperia home stopped :/
Didnt think about this anymore...
Greets
P.s. This one could help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1839871
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Making this to a flashable zip would make it easier for most people(?) Also, if anyone could make a tiny tutorial on how to make the navigationbar black, would be awesome sauce.

Dev Jaskirat said:
It works bro! This is a general method for resizing the osb! Its tested on XV, neo,neo v, arc,arc s and ray by my friends!
XV has NXT framework! It worked for XV it will for XZ too!
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«
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Normally you need to if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk too. And remove a line for recompiling without errors
Sent from my Xperia S using xda app-developers app

krabappel2548 said:
Normally you need to if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk too. And remove a line for recompiling without errors
Sent from my Xperia S using xda app-developers app
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I have told to if semcgenericuxpres.apk too! Check in the procedure!!
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It would be great if there were flashable zips with various sizes so ppl can choose their size...

Wait a minute. The navigation bar is not black?
If that's the case then it's good news. I thought the contrast was terrible.
So yes.. would love to see mods with black nav bars and also customizable positions and functions.

anyone who did this on his XZ can he share the files? or can make a cwm flashable zip?

Sorry but I can't cause hav my exams really near and am not allowed to Use my pc before they end! Let's see if anyone has made it
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Dev Jaskirat said:
Sorry but I can't cause hav my exams really near and am not allowed to Use my pc before they end! Let's see if anyone has made it
Sent from my »Sony Xperia Neo V«
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I have tried with several apktools , but always boot lop

auras76 said:
I have tried with several apktools , but always boot lop
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Told it
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me too in bootloop, can't wait to have this on my xperia z as it's my daily driver. On my nexus i have size 24 and it looks amazing (and more screen to use haha)

Modifying DPI on LG L5

How to modify the DPI on the LG Optimus L5
If you find, just like me that the default DPI on an LG L5 is a little large (for example the huge notification bar at the top of the screen), then this might help you get a better experience.
Requirements
Rooted device
File manager that allows you to remount a filesystem
Things to know before you start
If you decrease the DPI on your device, everything on the screen will get smaller. Since that is what we want it shouldn't be a problem, were it not that LG has fixed the size of a number of items, most noticeably:
The lock screen
The stock keyboard
If you are currently running a custom rom with a non-LG lockscreen and keyboard, you don't need to install anything. If you are on a rooted stock rom, I advise you to install a different lock screen and keyboard before you start.
OK, you're still reading so you are probably ready to start. This is how to do it:
Open your favourite file manager and re-mount the /system filesystem rw
Use your favourite file editor to edit /system/build.prop
Lookup the line containing lcd_density=160 and change the value to 140 (or if you have really good eyes, you might go as low as 120).
Save the file
Reboot
Since the resolution of the L5's screen is not so high, a DPI of lower than 120 will probably make text unreadable.

You can also install 'pimp my rom' from google play and then 'change density'.
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dev-DaT said:
You can also install 'pimp my rom' from google play and then 'change density'.
Sent from my LG-E610 using xda premium
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Actually, using Pimp my Rom is better, since it doesn't require direct file editing! Good one!

nhtbrink said:
Actually, using Pimp my Rom is better, since it doesn't require direct file editing! Good one!
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np

dev-DaT said:
np
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Even Rom Toolbox should do it ... Does anyone know how to do it?

thank u :victory:

[MOD] Sony's JB Lockscreen Modified for Z,ZL,T,TX,V [March 19 2013]

Semi Transparent COLORED backpanel with invisible music and camera buttons and more
The buttons are still there (invisible), which means you are still able to swipe right for music and left for camera, just that the backpanel (which originally supposed to be solid grey) is now semi colored transparent (roughly 10%). The COLOR of the semi transparent bar changes depending on the most dominant color of the wallpaper. Along with other mods available, such as, removed clock, everything removed...
Confirmed Working On:
PHP:
Did experiments on my Xperia T.
Xperia T
Xperia V
Xperia TX
Xperia Z
Xperia ZL
Updates:
Code:
[COLOR="Red"][B]UPDATE MARCH 4 2013[/B][/COLOR]
-Okay, as of now I've managed to[COLOR="red"] remove the time[/COLOR] and [COLOR="red"]the controls[/COLOR]. So basically you wont be able to swipe for music or camera, its just a complete lock screen. File is located below with a screen shot provided
-I've also looked into Mr. Khan's files (really nice of him) thank you ;), but it seems the codes are a bit different compared Xperia S to T, therefore his file doesn't work the T or just my T. Anyway, Ill look into it more over the days to see what can be done. :highfive:
[COLOR="Red"][B]UPDATE MARCH 5 2013[/B][/COLOR]
-:victory: many thanks to [url=http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=5127112]Mr.Khan[/url] he was able to achieve [COLOR="Red"]fully transparent back panel[/COLOR] with the [COLOR="red"]removed clock[/COLOR] and [COLOR="Red"]keeping the controls function[/COLOR], therefore credit goes to him :victory:
screen shots and file are below.
[COLOR="Red"][B]UPDATE MARCH 18 2013[/B][/COLOR]
-Semi Transparent Colored backpanel with invisible music and camera buttons for Xperia Z/ZL
[COLOR="Red"][B]UPDATE MARCH 19 2013[/B][/COLOR]
-Removed clock, music and camera controls for Xperia Z/ZL
Instructions:
Code:
1-[COLOR="Red"]Do a backup of the original[/COLOR] just in case anything happens. (Original permission is rw-r-r)
2-Rename the downloaded file to [B]UxpNxtLockScreen.apk[/B]
3-Replace the original UxpNxtLockScreen.apk in [I]system > app >[/I] with the one I uploaded and set permission to [B]rw--r--r[/B]. Reboot and enjoy.
Downloads:
Code:
[B][COLOR="Blue"]FOR T, TX, V[/COLOR][/B] Downloads for T,TX,V, please refer to the following link:
[url=http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2164871]DOWNLOADS[/url]
[B][COLOR="Blue"]FOR Z, ZL[/COLOR][/B]
[B][COLOR="Magenta"]Semi Transparent Colored backpanel with invisible music and camera buttons[/COLOR][/B] thanks to [url=http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=3679174] Benjoy Ericsson [/url] for testing/providing me the files. :)
File name: [B][I]InvisibleButtons_UxpNxtLockScreen.apk (3.50 MB)[/I][/B]
Location: At the bottom of the OP post.
[B][COLOR="Magenta"]Removed clock, music and camera controls[/COLOR][/B] [B][COLOR="Red"]NOT WORKING[/COLOR][/B]
File name: [B][I]RemovedEverything_UxpNxtLockScreen.apk (3.92 MB)[/I][/B]
Location: At the bottom of the OP post.
Please hit the thanks button if I helped you thank you.
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Screenshots
Code:
Screenshots are from Xperia T. On Xperia Z, there will be no black bar at the bottom.

I tried the invisible ome and its great ..the other file is not working at all it doesnt take out the clock or the camera or music icon..like it should be..its like normal mode lockscreen...
Suggestion
It could be awsome if you can remove the clock and make transparent the camera and music icon (not remiving it )
Thanks
sent from my XPERIA Z using tapatalk

Great mod, thanks, but RemovedEverhting one is not working. Waiting for your update.

Removed everything not working.......

aiya!!! sorry guys. Its really hard for me to do the testings when i dont have the xperia z (consider buying it). /________________\
Theres nothing wrong with the code, well i technically went and did the same thing that i did on the T. I know the xperia Z contains more codes than the T, but didnt expect it to not work at all.
Ill look into it over the weekends, I have mid terms tmr and on friday ><
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in the mean time, if anyone wants a edited version of my recent task can use the file i provided. I did this for the T and i hope it works on the Z.
If it doesnt work, could someone please upload the TaskSwitcher.apk
Same instructions as the lockscreen one; use root explorer or whatever. Make a full backup just in case it doesnt work on the Z. Replace the original file in System > app > with the downloaded file. Set permission to rw--r--r. No need to rename. Reboot.

Working on the Z

LitoNi said:
aiya!!! sorry guys. Its really hard for me to do the testings when i dont have the xperia z (consider buying it). /________________\
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in the mean time, if anyone wants a edited version of my recent task can use the file i provided. I did this for the T and i hope it works on the Z.
If it doesnt work, could someone please upload the TaskSwitcher.apk
Same instructions as the lockscreen one; use root explorer or whatever. Make a full backup just in case it doesnt work on the Z. Replace the original file in System > app > with the downloaded file. Set permission to rw--r--r. No need to rename. Reboot.
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Works ok:thumbup:
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good work, thanks

Nice!
But how i can remove this?
Edit:
Ok the message is gone
Now its beautiful, thx!

Can you make a lockscreen with permament unlock hint.
With visible icons and clock.
Thanks

Dear LiToNi
Is it possible to upload your mod in zip version ? The goal is to install it through CMW
Many thanks
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Plzz make a version with invisible clock, camera, music
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Thanks, good job
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Thanks!
Works here...nice and clean lockscreen

does it work with xperia play????

kheni said:
Dear LiToNi
Is it possible to upload your mod in zip version ? The goal is to install it through CMW
Many thanks
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
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+1 CWM zip would be great

LitoNi said:
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Okay, so the camera and music buttons are away from my Xperia Z lockscreen. But how do I get rid of the clock, thats the most anoying thing about my lockscreen.
Thanks!
/Jimmy
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kheni said:
Dear LiToNi
Is it possible to upload your mod in zip version ? The goal is to install it through CMW
Many thanks
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
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Its not that hard to move the apk into system/app and change the permission to rw-r-r and reboot.
i think thats faster than booting in recovery and flashing it.
if you have a rom to flash, you can just put the apk under system/app and flash it.
or try zipping it with other flashable zip contents and flash from there.
I am out of town for awhile and I dont have anything on me nor my phone to test it with.
Seyren Windsor said:
Plzz make a version with invisible clock, camera, music
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I did try the same method as i did for the T but it did not work for the Z.
I will look into that but Im quite busy with my current schedule and i am out of town.
And I dont have any xperia phones on me.
sapinder said:
does it work with xperia play????
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i do not believe so. Cause this apk does not work on the T.
MinnesotaVikings1961 said:
Okay, so the camera and music buttons are away from my Xperia Z lockscreen. But how do I get rid of the clock, thats the most anoying thing about my lockscreen.
Thanks!
/Jimmy
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Maybe i can ask mr khan to do it for you guys. Hes a great guy, and I've msged him already. Whether he will take this project or not its up to him. Otherwise you guys need to wait till im back from my vacation, which is awhile. :/

LitoNi try this one..
this is clear lockscreen..
tell me what wrong, i can't test.. cause don't have xperia Z.
Here

cool mod!

Default DPI

Just wondering what the default is on stock sony firmware as I have installed but everything looks too big.
Checked build.prop and is set to 480.
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480 is default change to 440 or 420 for a better view

i changed it to 338 which lets me have a phablet in the costume of a phone !!

NiM72NiK said:
i changed it to 338 which lets me have a phablet in the costume of a phone !!
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480 - Z1
412 - Z2/3
360 - Z Ultra
That's all I know hope this helps. 388 is too small for my 13 year old hands.
Also I'm 13 if you are wondering

What would be the setting to have calendar and gmail appear in tablet mode?

NiM72NiK said:
i changed it to 338 which lets me have a phablet in the costume of a phone !!
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can someone explain on how to change the DPI?

danieldp1990 said:
can someone explain on how to change the DPI?
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You have to edit build.prop file in system folder
Is it possible to change size of the icons? (stock ROM, stock launcher)

danieldp1990 said:
can someone explain on how to change the DPI?
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use a root browser , go into /system/build.prop and edit the value of line below from 480 to whatever you like:
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[B]ro.sf.lcd_density=480[/B]
Kyrius said:
You have to edit build.prop file in system folder
Is it possible to change size of the icons? (stock ROM, stock launcher)
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it can be done by Gem Xperia Xposed. simply increase the icon size
i use 338 dpi and 107% icon size.. perfect experience