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aReader is a text reader.
* It supports super large text file reading.
* Supports bookmarks
* Customize font color/size, background color/image
* Quick jump between pages.
* Save to/Load from last reading position.
* Very good multi-encoding support
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By the way, any questions and suggestions is welcomed.
Hi people, this is a little preview of my new theme, totally rewritten code!!
REMEMBER THIS PROJECT IS FREE WHEN ITS READY
Now you can move the Tiles!!
VIDEO
As always sorry for the bad quality
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CU_Xl-HRCs0
I'm still working on it.
FEATURES 2.X
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BETA 1
* Completely rewritten (Now about x5 faster)
* New taskbar (using original graphics and dimentions)[work in progress]
* Added ability to move the Tiles
* New Xbox Live animated Tile
* Improved Tiles, all!!
* New and faster transitions
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BETA 1.1
* Fixed some bugs
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BETA 1.2
* New settings page(beautiful)still work to do.
* Rebuild programs page(Now you can add your favorites apps and access directly to you page.
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BETA 1.3
* New header!
* New icons for programs page
* New footer where you can add or remove tiles, open TLsettings, go to start menu and go to search page(this one is not working yet).
* Setting page Almost fineshed (Now you can select your Tiles color without reload and choose what kind of view for people page)
* Improved people page graphics.
* New XBLIVE tile, now is green.
* Now you can see your operator on "phone" tile.
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BETA 1.4
* Pictures page now finished!
* Added search page
* Added Calendar page
* Improved Settings page
* New header transition!
* New Toolbar transition!
* Added option to disable animations(xbox Tile and Pictures Tile) to save battery and the theme will be faster.
* Improved Mail Tile, SMS Tile and Me Tile
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BETA 1.5
* Music page added!(I need (q)vga screenshots to fix dimentions)
* Added search page
* Fixed calendar page, now we can see the appointments day
* Improved settings page (music settings and more general settings)
* Some more fixes
* New skin for Pocketshield visit www.pocketshield.net
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BETA 1.6
* Now you can change the Background style!(after a looot of work)
* Added option to change the clock format on calendar tile.
* Now we can disable the WP7people Tile animations.
* Fixed some reported issues
* Now the theme is faster changing some settings like accents color.
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BETA 1.7
* New layer for home page (Vertical scroll to see all programs)
* Now we can see only the Tiles on "WindowsPhone7_2/Widgets"
* Added option for WP7phone to select between "Call History" and "Phone".
* Easier way to add a page...New "Page" folder.
* I changed the search graphics when going to "Light".
* Added FixedGrid to auto set the position for Tiles. (Thanks to APBilbo)
* Added Templates for apps and contacts added from widgets menu. (Thanks to APBilbo)
* Implemented "Timed" event on animations(Faster theme)
* Added new graphics for games page
* Added new option to Hide or Show the header by clicking on the top.
* Fixed some reported issues
* Now the theme is faster.
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TO DO
* Me Page
* Some other things
INSTALLING
* please download and install ThrottleLauncher 1.2.1http://www.throttlelauncher.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1517
* Download BETA
* Unzip and Copy it to Setups folder.
* Copy the file "Segoe UI Light.ttf" into "/Window/fonts/"
* Launch ThrottleLauncher!!
TIPS FOR BETATESTERS
* Use "Stanalone" mode instead of throttletoday (faster).
* Go to "ThrottleConfig-Rendering options" and set "Maximum frames per second" with "70".
* Try to close other app (free memory)
Thats all, if you have the chace to make a video, don't think two times!!
Calendar
[AUGUST 02] RELEASED FIRST BETA FOR PRIVATE BETATESTERS
[AUGUST 08] RELEASED BETA1.1
[AUGUST 10] RELEASED BETA1.2
[AUGUST 13] RELEASED BETA1.3
[SEPTEMBER 13] RELEASED BETA1.4
[OCTOBER 01] RELEASED BETA1.5
[OCTOBER 09] RELEASED BETA1.6
[OCTOBER 22] RELEASED BETA1.7
Regards
that is awesome, when are you looking to release?
Hi Fireslave
If U can please optimising this theme for low speed processor. U now, in High or Medium batery is dead in 12 hours.
See Ya!
Yeah, this look verrrrry pretty.
Nice Work.
72ls1 said:
that is awesome, when are you looking to release?
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Sorry but there is not date
dunda92 said:
Hi Fireslave
If U can please optimising this theme for low speed processor. U now, in High or Medium batery is dead in 12 hours.
See Ya!
Yeah, this look verrrrry pretty.
Nice Work.
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You can use 1.2, thats designed for that goals
Hi Fireslave, that looks awesome. It is good that you can decide what Tiles you want to include.
Hi Fireslave,
I'd love to help you test this newest development version. I have a HTC HD2 and, as you know from your past themes, some experience in modifying the xml code.
PM me if you'd like me to help
Casey
I also would like to help out with this. I have some experience with xml and I also beta tested version 1.5 on my diamond500. would be happy to do the same for version 2.0
Looking good!
Looking good Fireslave! I like the ability to move tiles based on preference! Just one little request, how about a lock tile at the main screen? That way we can lock manually when needed, without having to go back to another screen?
looks amazing!!! i'll give it a try for sure.. i wonder how it'll go on my jade..
Casey_boy said:
Hi Fireslave,
I'd love to help you test this newest development version. I have a HTC HD2 and, as you know from your past themes, some experience in modifying the xml code.
PM me if you'd like me to help
Casey
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I also would like to help out with this. I have some experience with xml and I also beta tested version 1.5 on my diamond500. would be happy to do the same for version 2.0
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If you are interested I need a complete and detailed feedback, let me know
JerryA said:
Looking good Fireslave! I like the ability to move tiles based on preference! Just one little request, how about a lock tile at the main screen? That way we can lock manually when needed, without having to go back to another screen?
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Do you mean original lock app?
Looking forward to this version.! Thanks a lot for all your efforts to give us a nice preview of whats to come in a real wp7 version. Again a broken record anything I could do to help i'd be glad to.! I'm not a n00b lol.. just dont hang on xda as much a ppc
Any advice to where to put the green icon, this icon is to add or remove the Tiles.
looking awesome! I will be watching this thread
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Any advice to where to put the green icon, this icon is to add or remove the Tiles.
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I would like it where you have the left arrow. In WP7 it takes you to what you have, but that is where you can add the tiles to the home screen. The start menu would then be located at the dock like you have it now. Or right below the left arrow as an invisable image. I could also test for you as well.
very nicely done, looking forward to seeing the code
Lock option
Fireslave,
Right now, I have a shortcut to the locking option of my Imagio (standard lock screen). So, if I am at the main screen and I want to manually lock it (I don't use the 'lock after xx minutes' option), I have to slide over to the shortcuts, and activate it then.
Since I am in the main screen most of the time, a lock icon, or a hidden lock location would be great. And we can choose which lock system we use (S2U2, Fingerprint Lock, etc.)
And I am always up to helping with testing. I am running and HTC Imagio with Verizon, WM6.5 with Manilla 2.5.2012 and WVGA screen. I am using TL 1.1.10 exculsively.
If there is anything I can help with, don't hesitate to ask!
how much longer before a release
hi fireslave do you have news from your version 2.0?
looking forward on this new version....thanks
khalidabuu said:
how much longer before a release
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mmm I don't know but beleave me I'm making a great and faster theme
bigfoune said:
hi fireslave do you have news from your version 2.0?
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For now I completely rewrote the theme, now is about x5 faster!! my goal is to get a productive and beautiful and faster theme
apax said:
looking forward on this new version....thanks
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JerryA said:
Fireslave,
Right now, I have a shortcut to the locking option of my Imagio (standard lock screen). So, if I am at the main screen and I want to manually lock it (I don't use the 'lock after xx minutes' option), I have to slide over to the shortcuts, and activate it then.
Since I am in the main screen most of the time, a lock icon, or a hidden lock location would be great. And we can choose which lock system we use (S2U2, Fingerprint Lock, etc.)
And I am always up to helping with testing. I am running and HTC Imagio with Verizon, WM6.5 with Manilla 2.5.2012 and WVGA screen. I am using TL 1.1.10 exculsively.
If there is anything I can help with, don't hesitate to ask!
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Hi I have an Imagio too, really good device anyway I'll send you the fist beta, but please I need a complete report about it and screenshots if you have problems, and of course don't share it.
TODAY I'LL RELEASE THE BETA 1 FOR PRIVATE BETATESTERS
UPDATE
For personal and financial reasons I'll temporarily discontinue uploading new releases of the 7Launcher project.
The launcher is not dead!! It will either be incorporated in the WP7Android Project or it will go payed/donate on the market in the near future.
I'am working on new features and and improved overall stability/quality. Already implemented Live folders & tiles, improved stability and drag&drop mechanism. When it will be re-released will have social network tiles, contact tiles&live folders and more live tiles.
A big THANK YOU to all that took an interest and tested this project and my apologies to those who still love the 7Launcher.
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Hi guys.
Not so long ago I've tested some WP7 Roms and I must say... I was quite impressed with the new windows mobile looks and feel. Simple, elegant and yet functional (didn't expect that from Microsoft ). Of course it will still be a while for the first daily usable WP7 Roms (battery life is crap) and quite frankly the only thing i'am not happy with in current Android builds is the e-mail client. On that side, WP7 is even worse... I'mean fewer options that in the stock android client.
Anyway, like I've said before was quite impressed with the WP7 looks. I've searched a little and found some beta apps on the market that bring the WP7 launcher on the Android phones, but none of them worked quite right for me. So, I've decided to cook my own...
The app doesn't have to much features but I've built it for my own needs and taste.
Features (for long click on apps list or tiles):
- Pin/Unpin tiles
- Uninstall apps
- Exchange tiles position (just chose Move tile and then Move here)
Options:
- Change wallpaper (the launcher background is black, but it's useful for the lock screen wallpaper)
- Use built in icons for some apps or use default app icon on the tiles
- Change the tile color
- Reset tile color to default
- Chose between opaque and transparent background (uncheck this if you want to see the wallpaper)
The app seems stable enough for daily usage. Only tested it on my own HD2 and ADV emulator.
Landscape mode might not look so good on your display.
To replace the original launcher just clear the launcher cache and defaults then press home button and select this app.
Please let me know what you think.
Starting today the releases will have build numbers (ex. 01,02....)
21.03.2011 (beta 07-1) - quick notifications fix
21.03.2011 (beta 07) -Available now
* Added Drag & Drop support for re-arranging the tiles. Long Click on a tile, release and move around... Drop it over another tile to switch places, drag it outside the left screen border to remove it. Needs serious testing
* Added weather tiles background support. It's not as complicated as it might seem... just puts a picture under the weather info depending on the current conditions. I love the way the SlideShow tile looks like and made an improvement to the weather as well.
* other fixes
15.03.2011 (beta 06-1)
* Added SlideShow tile. Well, it may not be a slideshow but it randomly changes pictures from a given root. If u click on the right-top corner of the tile you get the picture preview.
* minor fixes to weather and launcher app
!! Important: I recommend clearing the launcher data before starting the new version. Until i find a way of modifying the db without a wipe. Please give feedback about stability
14.03.2011 (beta 06-0)
* Modifications to apps core
* Added the possibility to have multiple weather tiles with different locations (same update interval)
* Added StickyNotes - post-it like app & tile. Just add the tile on the tiles screen and click on it to change text
* You can use multiple post-its by adding a new instance of the app to the tile list. Each note's tile can have a different text which can only be modified by clicking the tile itself.
* Added 3d/shadow effect for tiles (not visible on default black background - see new Screenshoot)
* minor fixes to weather and launcher app
!! Important: I recommend clearing the launcher data before starting the new version. The new version uses a different method to keep track of tiles.
10.03.2011 (beta 05-2)
* Fixed weather tile and app (again ) Now it should update even in standby. The previous release didn't update data if the app/service was paused...
08.03.2011 (beta 05-1)
* Fixed weather tile and app
* Added night weather icons !! Be aware: because Google API doesn't provide Sunrise/Sunset info, the night mode is set between 11PM - 5 AM
* Made some modifications to tile notifications
07.03.2011 (beta release 05)
* Rewritten UI redraw procedures to support double tiles
* The landscape mode has 4 columns instead of 3
* Option to disable auto-rotation
* Added live weather tile - to use the tile install the Weather app, add it to tile screen and activate the service form the menu. The life tile config and forecasts are done in the Weather app. If u don't install the Weather app you'll get stuck with my home city forecast and 1h update interval!!
* Other minor fixes
!! Please report any UI bugs attaching a screenshot of the problem. Some users may experience text display problems. I'am having a hard time to adjust the font size because the default varies from build to build.
25.02.2011 (beta release 04)
* Added the option to change tile text color
* Added tile notifications for missed calls, messages, email (should work for stock mail) - disabled by default, you can enable it in
the More menu. Needs testing!!
* Other minor fixes
24.02.2011 (beta release 03)
* Added some eye candy animation to tile redraw (tell me if you like it)
* Some minor fixes
23.02.2011 (beta release 02)
* Added the possibility to theme the tile icons. How does this work? Well, it may not seem like much but i like to keep things simple. The app adds a WPL folder on your SD card. Inside you'll find a folder named Themes.
To make your own theme, just create a sub folder in the <Themes> directory and name it as you wish. This will be your theme folder. Now add icons to the folder.
Important Notes!!!
- The icons must be named like this: tile_<app name>, where <app name> is the application you want to use a custom tile icon for.
- The icons are 175x175 transparent PNG files (didn't test for other sizes... might work, might not)
- The <app name> is case sensitive. Ex if you want to replace the tile icon for calculator then <app name> = Calculator => /sdcard/WPL/Themes/<Your theme>/tile_Calculator.png
18.02.2011 (beta release 01)
* Implemented the auto-rotation. Now the app auto rotates on a custom procedure. Might not work well for everyone (awaiting feedback)
* Modified the transparent background method. Now you have the system wallpaper, even if it's a live wallpaper!
* Added new color picker (full spectrum). A big thank you to Yougly for posting his code (http://www.yougli.net/android/a-photoshop-like-color-picker-for-your-android-application/)
* Added the possibility to change apps list text color
* Lowered the Min SDK req to 8 (let me know if it works). Warning: some features might not be available in older SKD's.
* Some other fixes..
PS: Be aware!!! It's my first Android app... I'am not responsible for any damage or problems you may incounter.
looking good, downloading...
Sorry, somebody already did it:
http://pt.appbrain.com/app/metro-ui-pro/chrisman.android.home.metroui.stable
SoundSurfer said:
Sorry, somebody already did it:
http://pt.appbrain.com/app/metro-ui-pro/chrisman.android.home.metroui.stable
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Like i said in the initial post mate... there are two apps on the market that i know of, but didn't liked them.
This is my own implementation.
I'm looking forward to what this project will become! If you manage to capture look, feel & smoothness of WP7 home screen on Android, then you're app will be brilliant. And with extra options (and high quality) it can even be oponent to LauncherPro or ADW.Launcher!
very cool ! haha ...
Thank you so much!
doesn't install for me
works like a charm, also the behaviour is almost same as WP7. really like it, and I'm looking forward for next releases
Apps count: 1
Apps source: C:\Program Files (x86)\Android Commander\temp
Starting operation...
Installing app: w7Launcher.apk
pkg: /data/local/tmp/w7Launcher.apk
Failure [INSTALL_FAILED_OLDER_SDK]
714 KB/s (496653 bytes in 0.679s)
*** Operation complete! ***
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Apps count: 1
Apps source: C:\Program Files (x86)\Android Commander\temp
Starting operation...
Installing app: w7Launcher.apk
pkg: /data/local/tmp/w7Launcher.apk
Failure [INSTALL_FAILED_OLDER_SDK]
714 KB/s (496653 bytes in 0.679s)
*** Operation complete! ***
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Sorry about that... I forgot to mention that is compiled for v9 (Ginger). I'l have a look to see if i can do anything about it.
moky2008 said:
Sorry about that... I forgot to mention that is compiled for v9 (Ginger). I'l have a look to see if i can do anything about it.
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oh , ok then i will wait for new version. an app like this is a great ideea.
thanks man, downloading it.
Will provide feedback
add in notifications and ability to change tile pics it it'd be great!
Hello!
I took your launcher for a test drive and was impressed. I have written a very detailed review at my blog that you might want to read. It also includes a wish list of improvements that'd make it even better and more usable in my opinion. Here is the review: http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/install-windows-phone-7-launcher-on-android/
Oh and one thing that I didn't mention in my review (to avoid getting you negative publicity) but would like to bring to your attention: I experienced a few Force-Closes when changing the screen orientation by tilting the device while I was messing around with the options. Can't manage to reproduce it intentionally but it happened more than just once. Other than that, it runs pretty slick on my Nexus S. Kudos to you!
HQRaja said:
Hello!
I took your launcher for a test drive and was impressed. I have written a very detailed review at my blog that you might want to read. It also includes a wish list of improvements that'd make it even better and more usable in my opinion. Here is the review: http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/install-windows-phone-7-launcher-on-android/
Oh and one thing that I didn't mention in my review (to avoid getting you negative publicity) but would like to bring to your attention: I experiences a few Force-Closes when changing the screen orientation by tilting the device while I was messing around with the options. Can't manage to reproduce it intentionally but it happened more than just once. Other than that, it runs pretty slick on my Nexus S. Kudos to you!
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WOW!!
Thank you for the great review (didn't expect that ).
I'll look into all the things mentioned in the review (as long as the time will allow me ).
The double tile option is indeed hard to implement as the tile management is done within a GridView.
The live tiles and notification would be possible but it would take on more memory. Personally i don't find any other use for them beside looks. I've left the android stock notification bar default on purpose. I love its functionality, and didn't see any point of reimplementing a notification system as long as the stock one works just fine But as mentioned above, i'll look into all the requests.
This project doesn't aim to be a WP7 clone. My goal is to implement the best of both systems, meaning the WP7 looks with the Android great functionality.
Thank you again!
PS: The FC on auto-rotation happens with shake like movements due to save/restore procedures. I hope this will be fixed soon.
How to install on HTC desire HD?
Seems great
Sent from my HTC HD2 using XDA App
great.
good job
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Buen trabajo.
Genial
mate, your application is simply wicked. working well on my unit and haven't had a crash or a freeze. a friend of mine has a mozart and i must say your interface is a good contender. HQRaja's review is spot on and i'm looking forward to the next release.
Nice, but I had to uninstall it. As you said the battery drain is very high. I'll come back to it as soon as you fix that. Thanks
Sent from my HTC Incredible S using XDA App
EDIT: It's free now!
I've made a cloth simulation live wallpaper with wind and gravity. It comes with a bunch of country flags or you can also use your own images.
Hope someone likes it!
Play Store: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmncr.VirtualFlag
Youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=yWhfQN8h8z8
This thread is here for you all to show us your pimped out home and lock screens.
I'm still setting my phone phone up and currently as of 10 mins ago using 'colorful' theme without the live wallpaper and the lockscreen that came with that as I wanted to get widgets working to check out and use.
So I have nothing to show really, though this thread will be beneficial for everyone here to see what you all use.
Tell us these things:
* What launcher you are using.
* What theme and settings and link to it if its a 3rd party theme.
* Lockscreen and settings etc.
* Icon pack your using.
* Anything else that you are doing for those of us interested.
useless thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ascend-p7/themes-apps/p7-homescreen-t2836248
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useless thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ascend-p7/themes-apps/p7-homescreen-t2836248
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Whoops my bad, mods are free to lock/delete or anything they wish.