KitKat Theme
Kitkat theme with Google home screen look and feel, white theme accent and AOSP navbar (doesn't needs my SystemUI.apk). Now with black themed icons in settings! QuickSettings are now white! (Refer attachments)
I used Triflat theme icons and modded it with apktool. Hope you all enjoy it!
Instructions:
For theme:
Move app to /system/app, reboot, select theme and enjoy! (Only if you don't have modified services.jar)
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Install as normal app.(Only if you have the modified Services.jar (ExistenZ rom has it) or flashed the zip file containing both SystemUI.apk and Services.jar)
How to update:
Simply install over it as normal app! (Only when you have the modified Services.jar)
Changelog:
17-02-2014
Full KitKat Theme requested by @The ILM. (Instead of transparent app tray drawer, reverted back to stock)
Initial release
I will redo the app and re-upload it soon with a new style! Done!
Removed KitKat without Xperia app tray button
17-01-2014
New KitKat Theme with Xperia app tray buttonV2 with fully transparent apptray background.
New full KitKat ThemeV2 added!
[Minor flaw: Tickboxes with dark background behind appears completely white because of the white theme accent combined with the white tick.] Fixed!
19-01-2014
Link for SystemUI.apk removed
New SystemUI with more transparency compatiblity and 36dpi navbar compatibility!
services.jar modified using Apktool v2.0.0-beta8 with this guide special thanks to @DavidMKD
New KitKat System UI & Services.jar V2 zip because previous one was not working.
Removed Xperia KitKat ThemeV2 (Xperia AppTray button)
New KitKatThemeV3 is out!
The base of this app is from Craftmanship, so please uninstall it as it might has signature conflicts. Fixed
20-01-2014
New KitKat 2.0!
Smaller file size!
Now with icons themed to black in settings!
White QuickSettings icons!
Minor color improvements!
21-01-2014
Thanks @anakdayak for pointing out the app drawer panel! Now It's fully transparent (Refer attachments).
KitKatTheme updated to 2.2.
New KitKatThemeBlueAccent as requested by @anakdayak
New KitKatTheme 2.3! (Fix highlighted text, thanks to @timchew for pointing out!)
21-01-2014
New 2.2b versions added which includes transparent GEL app tray button! (Refer attachments)
23-01-2014
KitKat Air requested by @anakdayak. (Identical as Blue Accent but with new Xperia Air wallpaper and lockscreen!)
Downloads
Full Kitkat Theme 2.2 (GEL app tray)
Full KitKat Theme 2.2b which includes a new transparent app tray button (Does not include FlipSettings UI)
KitKat Theme 2.3 (GEL app tray)
KitKat Theme 2.3b which includes a new transparent app tray button (for ExistenZ Black Edition, accent colour not completely white to avoid white text being covered completely) (Does not include FlipSettings UI)
Kitkat Theme Blue Accent 2.2 (GEL app tray)
KitKat Theme Blue Accent 2.2b which includes a new transparent app tray button (Does not include FlipSettings UI)
KitKat Air requested by @anakdayak. (Identical as Blue Accent but with new Xperia Air wallpaper and lockscreen!)
Full KitKat Theme requested by @The ILM. (Instead of transparent app tray drawer, reverted back to stock)
thank you for this theme.
one question though, can't the app icon (the middle icon on home screen) be changed to google experience launcher icon?
greglord said:
thank you for this theme.
one question though, can't the app icon (the middle icon on home screen) be changed to google experience launcher icon?
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wow great!!
but i dont know if the fully transparent in the left menu seems good?
estrenax said:
wow great!!
but i dont know if the fully transparent in the left menu seems good?
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Looks fine IMO, I recently found out tickboxes are completely white when there are dark backgrounds because of the white theme accent combined with the white tick. So that's why Sony doesn't make white theme accents.
Nav Bar icon
Sorry Bro.
I need only nexus nav bar icons. I'm already xposed mod.
Everyon can help me please?
aum1080p said:
Sorry Bro.
I need only nexus nav bar icons. I'm already xposed mod.
Everyon can help me please?
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Here you go > SystemUI.apk, make sure you backup your original SystemUI as this does not only includes nexus nav bar icons, it also includes KitKat flip settings icons if you are using Xperia Flip Settings
FateNozomi said:
Here you go > SystemUI.apk, make sure you backup your original SystemUI as this does not only includes nexus nav bar icons, it also includes KitKat flip settings icons if you are using Xperia Flip Settings
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Very helpful bro thanks.
hi I installed the whole theme by pushing into system/app and also by trying to install as nomarl apk
but the flip settings still retain the old look - any solution? also I noticed some of the accents are Blue.. any plans to make it all white?
waterballoon said:
hi I installed the whole theme by pushing into system/app and also by trying to install as nomarl apk
but the flip settings still retain the old look - any solution? also I noticed some of the accents are Blue.. any plans to make it all white?
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For flip settings, you need that SystemUI.apk, and the blue accents have to remain in apps like settings because I don't think white will make it look nice so no plans for it. Sorry =)
Can you make apk only for nav. bar? Thanx.
FateNozomi said:
For flip settings, you need that SystemUI.apk, and the blue accents have to remain in apps like settings because I don't think white will make it look nice so no plans for it. Sorry =)
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understood. I'll install the systemUI.apk then... can you teach me how to change the colors if it's not too complicated? I prefer purple
waterballoon said:
understood. I'll install the systemUI.apk then... can you teach me how to change the colors if it's not too complicated? I prefer purple
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read this, then to modify theme accent, you need to open /asset/com.sonyericsson.uxp.zip, decompile and go into the decompiled folder open /res/values/colors. Good luck, compare the colors with the stock purple accent by doing the same steps and check the color value, you can use photoshop to double check them. (It's not gonna be easy because if you use my theme as a base, you need to change some color of the switches and ticks.)
FateNozomi said:
read this, then to modify theme accent, you need to open /asset/com.sonyericsson.uxp.zip, decompile and go into the decompiled folder open /res/values/colors. Good luck, compare the colors with the stock purple accent by doing the same steps and check the color value, you can use photoshop to double check them. (It's not gonna be easy because if you use my theme as a base, you need to change some color of the switches and ticks.)
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If you haven't already, I've got a patched services.jar in my thread, feel free to use. Also regarding conflicts, if you go into the smali folder of the base apk (with the wallpaper and icon) and get through to smali files, you can change the package name there by editing out craftsmanship, and putting what you want, changing the folder names to match.And in android manifest, you can change version number, so when you go to installed apps, it'll show what version is installed.
Example, in my theme folders go se/metallijim/brushed/blue, and that is what is in the smali files. Edit with notepad+
That'll definitely insure no conflicts.
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Metallijim said:
If you haven't already, I've got a patched services.jar in my thread, feel free to use. Also regarding conflicts, if you go into the smali folder of the base apk (with the wallpaper and icon) and get through to smali files, you can change the package name there by editing out craftsmanship, and putting what you want, changing the folder names to match.And in android manifest, you can change version number, so when you go to installed apps, it'll show what version is installed.
That'll definitely insure no conflicts.
Sent from Z Beast
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Awesome thanks for the tip, yeah I recompiled the services.jar already, and downloaded yours to compare, for some reason, mine is smaller lol but still works fine since that my original clean services.jar is already smaller than your modded one. And thanks for the versioning!, I didn't know how to do it because when I tried changing it, they said that craftmanship has defined it =/
FateNozomi said:
Awesome thanks for the tip, yeah I recompiled the services.jar already, and downloaded yours to compare, for some reason, mine is smaller lol but still works fine since that my original clean services.jar is already smaller than your modded one. And thanks for the versioning!, I didn't know how to do it because when I tried changing it, they said that craftmanship has defined it =/
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Tbh, I haven't tried the versioning, just noticed it there.
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Metallijim said:
Tbh, I haven't tried the versioning, just noticed it there.
Sent from Z Beast
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I tried it long time ago, but not sure whether it's the right way to do it or nt but it fails =/
FateNozomi said:
I tried it long time ago, but not sure whether it's the right way to do it or nt but it fails =/
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Humm....well I'm just doing some tweaking to my themes, I'll give it a shot and report. :good:
Metallijim said:
Humm....well I'm just doing some tweaking to my themes, I'll give it a shot and report. :good:
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Awesome, waiting for some good news =)
Version Number
FateNozomi said:
Awesome, waiting for some good news =)
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Good news!
In Android Manifest.xml in the main theme, before recompiling, just change android:versionName=1.0 to whatever version you want, then in settings, when installed it'll show the Version number! :victory:
If you want anymore help, just ask and I'll be glad to.
Vogella is built with colors in mind Black,Red and hence the name Vogella. It is a beautiful combo of the two colors which will give a very pleasant experience.
Whats in the package
● Style
● Wallpapers
● Lock Wallpapers
What is themed
● Google Core Apps
● SystemUI
● Dialer
● Contacts
● Calculator
● MMS
● Settings
● Many Other Apps
Once you apply it, make sure to restart your phone for it to take full effect.
Also, CM12 theme is in very ALPHA stage at the moment, so there might be bugs with it. So if you find any, please first make sure whether it is theme bug or theme chooser bug.
If you find any bug with the theme, contact us via email, We'll fix it asap.
Download links:
Free Xda Verison
Paid Play Store Version
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Looks cool, i will five her a run. Thanks for sharing
Was this one made with DIY Theme Creator app?
Could you theme Blisspop rom icons? Thanks
Settings.apk
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vtqp48hkq2je0zn/Settings.apk?dl=0
System.UI.apk
https://www.dropbox.com/s/h2z0on396d1w69q/SystemUI.apk?dl=0
Yyes karazie1 diy was used...
Screenshots please?
sopu446 said:
Yyes karazie1 diy was used...
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Can you post screenshots please, dev?
Nice work [email protected]
hi friends i have combined a new theme for those who are stressed and cant get much from their Huawei Devices...!!
this is my second theme more will come as i progress i am looking for a person who can help me out with changing the lock screen... and adding weather widget there as well....!! serious developers please reply and remark me about this....!!
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Note: the clock which i have used with this theme is Zooper Widget..... i have attached a link with this post you can go through there to my google drive and get the zooper widget with template and hwt themes as well....!! wish you luck brothers
https://plus.google.com/114088281248993958584/posts/huSyiVUQarA
--__-- Reeyan --__-- said:
hi friends i have combined a new theme for those who are stressed and cant get much from their Huawei Devices...!!
this is my second theme more will come as i progress i am looking for a person who can help me out with changing the lock screen... and adding weather widget there as well....!! serious developers please reply and remark me about this....!!
:good:
Note: the clock which i have used with this theme is Zooper Widget..... i have attached a link with this post you can go through there to my google drive and get the zooper widget with template and hwt themes as well....!! wish you luck brothers
https://plus.google.com/114088281248993958584/posts/huSyiVUQarA
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I have a question. How are your fonts so white? I cannot see anything in call log or settings. These theme looks nice but i cannot use it because i cannot see anything. Can you help me with that?
milangenije said:
I have a question. How are your fonts so white? I cannot see anything in call log or settings. These theme looks nice but i cannot use it because i cannot see anything. Can you help me with that?
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bro i will see about it and will upload a new one
Your theme is cool except the font colour. Make it white or some light color. Now its dark and cant be seen.
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Can u post link download again? Thanks
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Additional information about Arcus
Statusbar tab: new icons for the statusbar will be applied. There is one variant for each color.
Navbar tab: after installing this variant go to the Themes menu of your ROM then select this Arcus Variant and ONLY APPLY the navigation bar! Otherwise the default (blue) theme will be applied.
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If you don't like the statusbar icons I'm preparing various zips to be used from Arcus app.
Icons will be larger.
Awesome theme! It looks fantastic on my phone even though it's not AMOLED. Especially loved the status bar icons and quick settings tiles. It's something different that I haven't seen. Please add more apps as soon as possible. I also have a few issues.... The font as shown in the screenshot didn't get applied instead another font got applied. I think it's roboto condensed. And the theme didn't show up in arcus. Could you tell me the name of the font so that I can download and flash it and have the entire experience of the theme?
Thanks again for the splendid theme. Keep up the good work!!!
Alpha Assassin said:
Awesome theme! It looks fantastic on my phone even though it's not AMOLED. Especially loved the status bar icons and quick settings tiles. It's something different that I haven't seen. Please add more apps as soon as possible. I also have a few issues.... The font as shown in the screenshot didn't get applied instead another font got applied. I think it's roboto condensed. And the theme didn't show up in arcus. Could you tell me the name of the font so that I can download and flash it and have the entire experience of the theme?
Thanks again for the splendid theme. Keep up the good work!!!
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Thanks a lot for your comment!
Yes I don't want to only invert the stock UI. Many icons have been customized for a really new user experience.
4 new apps are almost finished so they will be available in the next update.
Custom versions from Arcus will be also available for all colors. It will allow users to change the statusbar and navbar icons. Some people don't like custom icons or small icons.
About the font it's not an issue. Actually I was testing several fonts when I saved the screenshots. This font is LT Oksana.
As for Arcus you have to install the Google Play version.
OSheden said:
Thanks a lot for your comment!
Yes I don't want to only invert the stock UI. Many icons have been customized for a really new user experience.
4 new apps are almost finished so they will be available in the next update.
Custom versions from Arcus will be also available for all colors. It will allow users to change the statusbar and navbar icons. Some people don't like custom icons or small icons.
About the font it's not an issue. Actually I was testing several fonts when I saved the screenshots. This font is LT Oksana.
As for Arcus you have to install the Google Play version.
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I do have arcus installed from the play store. I even tried reinstalling it but the theme still doesn't show up in arcus. Anyway don't sweat over it. I don't need arcus support for this theme that desperately because black painting is amazing as it is.
Waiting eagerly for updates!
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I do have arcus installed from the play store. I even tried reinstalling it but the theme still doesn't show up in arcus. Anyway don't sweat over it. I don't need arcus support for this theme that desperately because black painting is amazing as it is.
Waiting eagerly for updates!
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I mean did you install Black Painting from Google Play? If so then I have to fix something...
OSheden said:
I mean did you install Black Painting from Google Play? If so then I have to fix something...
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No I installed it from the link you provided
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No I installed it from the link you provided
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This free version doesn't have Arcus support.
Oh okay. Thanks for clearing the doubt..... Helpful for others
OSheden said:
Black Painting is a very (very) dark CM13 custom theme
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Exquisite, thank you!
The first update has been uploaded. It should be available in a few hours. Already available
Changelog:
Statusbar: themed icons for Do not disturb
Arcus new tabs: Navbar (Nougat style) and Statusbar (larger icons for each color)
New font: Advent Pro
New themed apps: Gallery, Sound recorder, Screen recorder
Small fixes for the CyanogenMod Theme Chooser app
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Please read post 2 if you are using Arcus.
OSheden said:
The first update has been uploaded. It should be available in a few hours. Already available
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Many thanks! Could you please upload it somewhere for those without access to Google play services?
Also, there is a bug: poweramp controls are invisible on the lockscreen and in notifications, as they are black too. Can you fix this?
yoreek said:
Many thanks! Could you please upload it somewhere for those without access to Google play services?
Also, there is a bug: poweramp controls are invisible on the lockscreen and in notifications, as they are black too. Can you fix this?
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Actually I don't plan to update the free version. This apk is available for new users to test Black Painting on their device.You could install the Play Store (+microG) to download the updates (that's what @Primokorn does).
Concerning Poweramp, go to Settings (Poweramp app) > Look and feel > Status Bar/Notification > Uncheck "Inverse Notification Colors"
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Actually I don't plan to update the free version. This apk is available for new users to test Black Painting on their device.You could install the Play Store (+microG) to download the updates (that's what @Primokorn does).
Concerning Poweramp, go to Settings (Poweramp app) > Look and feel > Status Bar/Notification > Uncheck "Inverse Notification Colors"
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Thanks for the info, though it's a bit sad that it will be available only on GP. I don't want to install extra apps and services, unless really necessary. Also, GP is not flexible in payment methods.
Thanks for the idea how to fix it, I didn't find "Inverse notification colors" line, but there was another one to select notification colours.
yoreek said:
Thanks for the info, though it's a bit sad that it will be available only on GP. I don't want to install extra apps and services, unless really necessary. Also, GP is not flexible in payment methods.
Thanks for the idea how to fix it, I didn't find "Inverse notification colors" line, but there was another one to select notification colours.
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Sorry but I don't know any other solution to provide a paid theme. You can still create a fake Gmail account if it's for privacy purpose.
Glad to know that you found a solution for Poweramp.
Black Painting is now available on XDA Labs!
Updates will be the same as Google Play.
Direct link
3rd update available with the following modifications:
New themed apps:
- Trebuchet
- Play Store 7.5.25 *
- Deskclock
- Xposed Installer (dark UI improved)
Framework fix: chooser_service_row_background_color (share panel)
New font : Philosopher (Cyrillic support @yoreek )
* the Theme Ready Google Apps are required to properly apply the theme!
Senorita_a said:
i can't find it in google play!!!
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There's a link in OP. No need to search it in Google Play => https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.osheden.blackpainting