First off, android rules! However, I've wanted to try out Windows Phone. Going way back to the old days with the HD2, I was able to flash just about anything. Does the atrix hd support windows phone, rather, has it ever been attempted? If so, how is it done?
It's never been done. Besides the HD2 no other phone has recieved Windows 8.
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This would only be possible if Motorola made a phone with similar hardware on the windows phone platform, but Motorola does not make any windows phones. There are only a few phones with the capability to switch OS such as the Verizon HTC Thunderbolt.
What they said.
If there was a phone similar enough to ours then it would be a maybe, as is, no. Something like that would require a whole team with members dedicated to writing new drivers, reverse engineering the MS bootloader....then ya have the whole piracy issue seeing as Win Phone is closed source and MS might not want us running WP8 on any Android Device.
Best you can do is a launcher designed to mimic the WP8 experience.
I like the look if windows mobile as well. I grabbed launcher 8 from the play store and activated the lock screen an now my atrix looks like windows mobile 8
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viera_ritz said:
I like the look if windows mobile as well. I grabbed launcher 8 from the play store and activated the lock screen an now my atrix looks like windows mobile 8
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Does the skin affect the speed of the phone? Any bugs?
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Does the skin affect the speed of the phone? Any bugs?
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Actually no. It's very stable, quick and responsive. Now I do have some issues with the nav bar not showing notifications but other than that it's a great launcher and gives an almost flawless Windows Mobile 8 experience. The editing of the tiles is pretty cool too, you can change the sizes of the tiles and it has animated people widget and an animated gallery widget that run really well.
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Actually no. It's very stable, quick and responsive. Now I do have some issues with the nav bar not showing notifications but other than that it's a great launcher and gives an almost flawless Windows Mobile 8 experience. The editing of the tiles is pretty cool too, you can change the sizes of the tiles and it has animated people widget and an animated gallery widget that run really well.
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I used to have a Windows 7.5 phone which I upgraded to 7.8. After the upgrade, it looked pretty similar to the WMP8 interface. I found it very simple and easy to use, and the big tiles helps me select the right option
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Hello,
I was sitting in my office today with my new Xoom in its charging dock next to my decent array of monitors and I thought to myself, hey, wouldn't it be cool if I could just drag my mouse over and use my tablet?
So I started investigating the potential for uses of Synergy with android and it seems more feasible with tablets in the market now more than ever, especially with the dock and it's nice resolution
I mean, checking and composing e-mail, small web surfing or using it for RDP or something of the nature for some quick tasks, or just for some media.
If you're like me and feel this could be a great idea, post in this thread and I'll see what I can do about getting the word out.
I know there is a smallllll project somewhere out there, but it doesn't seem to have any progress since last year.
Lets get the ball rolling!
iDisplay is already available on Android:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.idisplay.virtualscreen
Bad reviews for that app. Great concept though. I will try it.
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This is already an accepted feature request by the Synergy project:
http://synergy-foss.org/pm/issues/572
If anyone decides to work on this, they should probably talk with the Synergy developers so that it's added as an official part of the project.
I cant get iDisplay to download from Market. Gives me an error. Both from phone and online market.
I looked at iDisplay, but after initial and subsequent read-throughs of the OP, I'm not sure that's exactly the concept he was talking about. To me, it doesn't sound like he wants to use his tablet as an extended display, but rather be able to control his tablet (and its ANDROID OS) using his computer's mouse and keyboard, but without the use of a program that simply duplicates the tablet's display on one of the PC monitors, but have the cursor and focus shift to the tablet as if it WERE just another extended display
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I looked at iDisplay, but after initial and subsequent read-throughs of the OP, I'm not sure that's exactly the concept he was talking about. To me, it doesn't sound like he wants to use his tablet as an extended display, but rather be able to control his tablet (and its ANDROID OS) using his computer's mouse and keyboard, but without the use of a program that simply duplicates the tablet's display on one of the PC monitors, but have the cursor and focus shift to the tablet as if it WERE just another extended display
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Right-o good friend. Why would I want to use windows when android can do the little tasks I'd like? I think it'd a cool concept and have downloaded and tried the beta software for it on my Xoom, but its pretty early stages and doesn't have a mouse icon or much keyboard support.
Just trying to get people interested to further develop this awesome concept.
Thanks for the backup =)
No problem....this is something I could see myself using daily
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Anyone try this? The full version launched today looks awesome! I got the APK but I am still waiting for my gtab, installing on phone now =D
For wat its worth, I installed it on my Incredible and pretty much ruined my phone. All I got was a black screen and I had accidentally clicked the box saying "Use SPB3D everytime" so I couldn't get around it. Luckily I had a nandroid backup...
Tried on my GTAB even though the page on the Android market says tablets are not supported..
And yeah.. no go..
It also didn't work with my Nexus One.
Bummer I was waiting for this to come out.
=o(
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no go for me as well...
I used SPB aoftware previously, and loved their UI. As far as this new 3D launcher, SPB noted that they do not support tablet platform.
It Does Work on the GTAB (sorta)
This is a demo video of SPB Shell 3D Beta
This is a modified fixed version for incompatible devices
I HAVE TO STRESS THIS NOW!, I DO NOT CONDONE SOFTWARE PIRACY!
I bought the paid version for my N1 and it didn't work at first but my 15 mins expired so I wound up keeping it. I flashed CM7RC4 and tried it again and it worked so I'm happy about that.
But the curiousity was killing me so I had to try it out on the GTAB
Sorry about the wobbly video, I used my N1 to record.
The launcher does have its drawbacks:
I have yet to explore the launcher completely so there may be more drawbacks I haven't discovered yet but it does not support live wallpaper and it does support auto rotate while in desktop mode
So there you have it.. It does work on the GTAB.. sorta!
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Tried on my GTAB even though the page on the Android market says tablets are not supported..
And yeah.. no go..
It also didn't work with my Nexus One.
Bummer I was waiting for this to come out.
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There's a video on Youtube where I guy made it work using the beta version on Gtab.
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There's a video on Youtube where I guy made it work using the beta version on Gtab.
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Uhmmm? Yeah, that's me...
The interface looks kinda cool. I don't know how functional it is or if I would use it though.
How did you get it to work on the Gtab in any case?
I had no luck with vegan 5.5.1 and Clemsin's kernel.
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The interface looks kinda cool. I don't know how functional it is or if I would use it though.
How did you get it to work on the Gtab in any case?
I had no luck with vegan 5.5.1 and Clemsin's kernel.
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After getting the apk file on my device.
I closed all data connections (Wi-Fi, 3G, 2G, EDGE) all outside internet connections.
Installed the apk. After installation was done I pressed the home key.
A dialog window popped up asking which launcher I wanted to use.
I chose SPB.
The software proceeded to load.
A dialog window popped saying the software was not activated and would I like to activate it now?. I chose Yes.
Since there was no connection to the internet activation skipped an it proceeded to finish loading the software.
A dialog window popped up saying my device was not supported.
I pressed ok and it closed ( it went back to ADW-EX )
I powered down completely, then started my device.
Upon completion of startup I slid the unlock key and a dialog window popped asking what launcher I wanted to use. I chose SPB.
With all data connections still closed the activation window popped up again.
I chose yes, the software loaded and another dialog window popped saying my device was unsupported.
I waited a few minutes before pressing the OK box (around five minutes)so the software can continue to load in the background.
I checked the OK box and Bingo.. my desktop had SPB loaded and working,
the process is tedious I know..
Just to point out I take NO CREDIT for this. I found the fixed apk floating around the web with instructions on how to install and decided to give it a try.
And again I need to stress this out.. I DO NOT CONDONE SOFTWARE PIRACY!
I tried to find the site with the instructions but it was apparently pulled yesterday shortly after I got SPB working.
Works for my incredible.
Drawbacks
1. Non-rotating
2. Icons automatically move up. Meaning you can't place them anywhere.
3. No 4x4 weather unless you use the panel one.
4. Can't resize anything.
5. Other things I'm sure, but I'm at work so I had to make this post snappy.
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Works for my incredible.
Drawbacks
1. Non-rotating
2. Icons automatically move up. Meaning you can't place them anywhere.
3. No 4x4 weather unless you use the panel one.
4. Can't resize anything.
5. Other things I'm sure, but I'm at work so I had to make this post snappy.
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That's cool, but I think this thread is about seeing if the Launcher works on the GTAB.
I think it only works on hdpi devices. Don't work on my friends zoom or my wife's aria
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I think it only works on hdpi devices. Don't work on my friends zoom or my wife's aria
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That's a good point, I'm not exactly sure if the gtab is HDPI or MDPI (mdpi I think), but I did manage to get it working on mine so I'm very happy about that.
Checkout the youtube video on post #6
seem nice, but too pricey, SPB used to be good on wince, they can make great app but 15$ without at least a trial is a no go for me...
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This is a demo video of SPB Shell 3D Beta
This is a modified fixed version for incompatible devices
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what is the name of the apk you dl'd
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what is the name of the apk you dl'd
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There are actually several different names out there for the modified apk but the one I can remember off the top of my head was Spb_Shellfix.apk from "mydroid.info".
I just bought/downloaded this right from the Market and it's freaking beautiful and works great. Running Vegan Ginger. Maybe newer versions are more tablet-friendly?
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I just bought/downloaded this right from the Market and it's freaking beautiful and works great. Running Vegan Ginger. Maybe newer versions are more tablet-friendly?
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have you been able to get it to run in landscape mode?
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have you been able to get it to run in landscape mode?
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No, but I don't like using my tablet in landscape anyway because of the poor viewing angle, so that works out well for me. I don't think SPB Shell runs in landscape anywhere, though - does it?
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Will spb work on the xoom?
That would be sweet!!
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No, it says "device not supported" after it flashes the desktop for a second.
Looks good for that split second though.
Pretty sick interface, might grab it for tmy Thunderbolt
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Pretty sick interface, might grab it for tmy Thunderbolt
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Despite the missing options (which I'm sure will come eventually) I loved it on my thunder bolt. I had to uninstall though as it was raping my already fragile battery.
Looking forward to running it on my xoom though and hopefully my tbolt again if they can make it suck less juice.
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Despite the missing options (which I'm sure will come eventually) I loved it on my thunder bolt. I had to uninstall though as it was raping my already fragile battery.
Looking forward to running it on my xoom though and hopefully my tbolt again if they can make it suck less juice.
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Thanks, I will probably reconsider the purchase. Love the bolt but the battery could be better.
Did you guys not install it from the market, or did you just ignore the release notes? It states that tablets aren't supported.
Thats wierd. I see no changes in battery life with SPB launcher on my NexusS running CM7 rom.
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Despite the missing options (which I'm sure will come eventually) I loved it on my thunder bolt. I had to uninstall though as it was raping my already fragile battery.
Looking forward to running it on my xoom though and hopefully my tbolt again if they can make it suck less juice.
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I have SPB shell for my DroidX and I can verify that it does not install on my Xoom. I tried side loading and adb install and both times the installation failed. I think the 3D shell would look great on the Xoom but overall, I find the functionality pretty poor compared to the free launchers out there. I bought it on an impulse and I'll keep it in case a tablet version is released but once you start to configure it, it really is lacking in functionality.
It seems to be working on mine...
I didn't install from the market and I will send the apk if you want.
I loaded it on my N1 last night and it promptly quit working after it couldn't find a market purchase, so disable all data before installing the apk. Supposedly the app checks the market every hour until it can confirm a receipt, and I heard there is a command line you can send via adb to disable it from further checking, but I haven't seen it yet.
I heard that it is horrible. Lags and no scrollable widgets?
The widgets worked fine for me, but the graphics sucked ass. It just doesn't flow as smoothly as I wanted. Even SPB MS 3.5 on my Rhodium is smoother!
yeah I just tried the newer version on my zoom and it does work. Not very good though. Wallpaper is horribly pixelated as are the Widgets. Animations aren't smooth and no landscape amongst other issues. Hopefully they release a honeycomb version at some point.
Well let's see if their Tablet UI concept materializes in the not too distant future.
Now this is something I may pay for.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bjPCyJk9ng
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Well let's see if their Tablet UI concept materializes in the not too distant future.
Now this is something I may pay for.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bjPCyJk9ng
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Damn that's awesome. The pinching home screen would be real slick!
It looked slick over a year ago for Android Phones (the one just released) as well and it does not seem to deliver. It is easy to make an animation of what you would like something to be. Not trying to be negative but I have already seen this before with the Android Phones version long ago. I used SPB Mobile shell on Windows Mobile and it was awesome. But I do not think they are getting it with Android.
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did anybody got this working on they tablet, i going crazy to get it on my phone there is the tablet option.
SPB on Xoom
I purchased 1.5.1 for my HTC Desire, and, of course, attempted to install on my Xoom. No go. Install worked fine, but wouldn't home switch.
I had, however, previously installed a 1.2.?, and it worked great, until I had to hit home button again, in which case it wouldn't allow me to select SPB as my launcher. I have to say, the outlay was fantastic, along with the eye candy and the overall slickness of it. It was great.
I REALLY hope they mod this for the tablets!
I can't remember how I got this to work but it wasn't easy and it looked lame... has to be default launcher.. prepare for some soft bricks.
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Yes, it works beautifully. To use it you have to have it on phone first, backup app in astro, and then put the apk on your Xoom. The latest version (1.5.1) works more smoothly than stock.
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I'm debating switching over just to try it, just want to have a better idea if people like 4.2 or not. Thanks.
Not really. Its not polished at all and is laggy. I also prefer cm over stock and hate chrome.
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Love it.
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I was getting serious lag earlier, I'm hoping it settles down before I start rooting around where I shouldn't
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Not really. Its not polished at all and is laggy. I also prefer cm over stock and hate chrome.
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You know you can install another browser, right?
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Other than lockscreen, l like it
Nah, I quite like the dual notif box's, one for quick settings etc.
But hate how it keeps scrolling down, off screen etc.
Also, MY NEXUS IS SO SLOW AND LAGGY NOW, FEELS LIKE THERES 100GB of data on a 16GB tablet its that rudy slow.
Some app won't work.
1.I love MX Player but not supported android 4.2
2.I can't see TWRP backup folder when connect with PC
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I think it's a good update.
My favorite new feature is definitely the keyboard
S'ok
Like = Gesture Typing, new settings drop down - Epic!
Not Sure = WIDI - This could be cool as no MHL on my Nexus 7 but not tried yet and possibly expensive
Don't Like = New lockscreen - Just looks nasty and feels slow and pointless
Love it! It the best Android experience yet! IMO
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If I don't go away this weekend I will have a chance to install it. I almost did it yesterday but was so tired. I definitely want to try it though. I know I'll miss AOKP.
The only thing I like is the gesture typing. My nexus 7 has seemed much slower since the update and I hate the dual drop down menus.
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Swipe typing is really nice, animations on the app switcher look pretty cool. But does feel a touch sluggish on general use. Plus Bluetooth audio is screwed up, audio keeps stuttering really badly. Notifications seems half a step backward to me, but not something I'm overly bothered about
It's ok besides these issues that are really getting me frustrated. Can't get old pics to show in Gallery, even though they are there and are in the same file location that pics taken with 4.2 are. Pics taken on 4.2 show in Gallery show in Gallery...? Can't find the newest TWRP backup in file explorer, but it shows in TWRP. Total opposite for old backups.....they show in file explorer, but not in TWRP?
Oh...the USB-debugging hidden thing had me mad at first, but now think it was kinda funny.
It is a SMALL update, very small.
I don't care about the keyboard, since I don't use dictionary (not possible with slavic languages, and I use TWO).
I don;t particulary like new notifications/settings pulldown. It is ugly and extends over the edge f the screen, even if empty.
I don't like new lock screen. I prefer to have weather icon on it than stupid widgets which might provide private data before UNLOCK
I have a feeling it is slower, only slightly, though, than 4.1.2
Several apps don't work, including my favorite TSF Shell
"Blink to logon" is a good idea, but I have glasses and it doesn't work very well for me
So, all in all, a HUGE FAIL.
Thanx god it is a small update, who knows what Google would manage to f*ck up in MAJOR update....
My only issue is that the quick settings notification area aren't actual toggles as opposed to shortcuts to settings. But overall happy.
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4.2 is just preparing us for 5.0 and you could tell in the new clock app.I think they are going to change the color scheme to red. The camera icon is also different and in 5.0 there will be more changes. For now we are basically beta testers of an early build of 5.0
4.2 is very smooth though
4.2 seems to work pretty well. Smooth and relatively trouble free so far.
Went all the way back to stock/unrooted/locked
Updated ota to 4.1.2
Flashed 4.2
Unlocked/rooted applied 720p video patch
All is smooth
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For me: embedded YouTube videos run much better in the browser than before... They were unwatchable in 4.3.
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ART which made it possible for me to not requiring to buy a Nexus 5 at this point.
Does art speed up the actual app (like scrolling, etc) or just load times?
The smart dialer is by far the best feature.
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Print Support.
I use a commercial software to scan my documents with the Nexus 4 camera and turn them into PDF.
I was used to upload them into Dropbox and print them as soon as I got into my office.
Now I just point (for theatrical) my Nexus 4 towards the printer and shazam! I got a copy of my documents
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For me: embedded YouTube videos run much better in the browser than before... They were unwatchable in 4.3.
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Actually, with regards to embedded videos, it does not seem to work anymore for those that I have in my Pocket articles.
Just a "Couldn't load plug-in" error message.
But other than that, i think the new dialer does mirror my usage style of not keying in numbers all the time, but just that few contacts. nice feature there.
1 - ART. That makes me keep my Nexus 4 and now only waiting for Nexus 6 next year
2 - The new dialer. A think Google got a point here.
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Embedded videos work better but the actual YouTube app has gotten worse videos stutter horribly.
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- The dialer: It seems a lot less...bland...and I feel like i want to use it more. (Bonus points for the fact it brought up the name of the take-away i've been using for the past few weeks that I never knew the name of)
- The hidden UI when browsing fullscreen content also makes that bit of a difference to me
Dialer is cool. Like the full screen browser too and overall better battery life.
All the new UI related things, and ART as internal thing.
PrOn Pages dont lag on Chrome when Art is enabled
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Art, GEL, and dialer ui is helpful.
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Gel question.
It would suit me much better if I could remove search bar from homescreen.
Any idea for that?
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Nothing much. It's an incremental update, hyped by blogs and obsessives. Roll on android 6.00
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Gel question.
It would suit me much better if I could remove search bar from homescreen.
Any idea for that?
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Yes but you're not going to like it. Uninstall Google Search completely from your device, then install the AOSP launcher from CM11 rom, it's the same as Google launcher without the Google Now integration. It doesn't gone an extra row for home screen either, but it does show more apps in the drawer.
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DrPathetic said:
- The dialer: It seems a lot less...bland...and I feel like i want to use it more. (Bonus points for the fact it brought up the name of the take-away i've been using for the past few weeks that I never knew the name of)
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Yes the dialer has been my main frustration for a long time, having no t9 support. When it did, the limited display of 3 contacts with only name + number was somewhat dissapointing, especially since htc implemented that feature from day one it seemed.
I do miss the opportunity to switch functions using a swipe though (the dialer pad button is a little hard to press wile on a bicycle ), but overall I think it's a huge improvement, especially with the mentioned bonus point that it identifies numbers from businesses that are not in my contacts!
I like how Google didn't give us transparency on stock /s
I would say the new dialer and music lock screen are my favorites so far
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Full screen browser ^^` ? In Chrome ?
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Curious here too.
And is ART available on stock?
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Curious here too.
And is ART available on stock?
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Yes..ART is available in stock kitkat (N4)