I was hoping that someone capable could take a look at these threads in order to port the lockscreen music controls to SGS. I know that the glasslockscreen already has this, but I'm using the android default lockscreen. And we all know how ****ty the samsung lockscreen is. And please don't suggest widgetlocker or something else, because I'm aware of those, but they aren't the same.
Since there already are these 5 lockscreen themes, I think this wouldn't be too hard for some of you guys The hold volume buttons to skip songs could be sweet too. (That's in the ZTE Blade thread)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=775810
http://android.modaco.com/content/z...329932/mod-2011-02-12-0x90-mod-final-version/
Oh and please tell, if this should be in themes or general instead? I think it def involves development, but since there isn't any development done yet this could be wrong section to post this? /we shoul really have own section for requests and bountys though)
+1 gor all, i've already opened 2 threads for something similar, xith no luck.
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I'm new to the Android scene (coming from a Touch Pro 2) and I'm really hating the Motoblur interface. Is it possible to install another launcher, or is that something that's hard coded in the ROM?
For some of it you can install a new launcher, ADW, ADW Ex, Launcher Pro are a few examples.
Any of them will allow you customize your homescreens more.
Curious wat you don't like about it? It seems very snappy to me. Much improved over previous versions of blur ui.
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Its snappy and neat but not as snappy as a third party launcher such as launcherpro
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I don't mind this motoblur but go launcher is still more functional for me.
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i suppose i dont disagree... put the topic was that he was "hating motoblur", and while old versions were truly hate worthy, i don't find this version offensive! in fact if they had launched originally with this version, i don't think there would be much hate at all... LP and ADW are still better, and easy solutions for those who like more customization for sure!
The only thing I don't like about this blur, are the 4 launcher icons. Wtf 4? I want/need my app drawer button in the middle, and there's no middle with 4...
So, aside from that, I would be using the stock launcher. When will manufacturers realize people need options, and options are the biggest advantage over iphone. I would be perfectly happy with blur if I could add a 5th icon to the launcher bar.
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I put Launcher Pro on my wife's D3. Apart from a very occasional graphics hangup on the homescreen (which may or may not be from Launcher Pro) it's working really well. She likes that the interface is cleaner, and I don't have to try and explain how "this icon with two squares represents your app drawer", heh! Using the Froyo Wide style for the dock, visually, makes a big difference in not being confused on her first Android device.
Only thing I actually kind of miss is the Moto's QuickContacts widget, which shows up invisible from within LP; and LP's people widget isn't very nice IMO.
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I put Launcher Pro on my wife's D3. Apart from a very occasional graphics hangup on the homescreen (which may or may not be from Launcher Pro) it's working really well. She likes that the interface is cleaner, and I don't have to try and explain how "this icon with two squares represents your app drawer", heh! Using the Froyo Wide style for the dock, visually, makes a big difference in not being confused on her first Android device.
Only thing I actually kind of miss is the Moto's QuickContacts widget, which shows up invisible from within LP; and LP's people widget isn't very nice IMO.
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I get the same graphic hangup on waking the device. It's seen as the desktop area being black while the dock is still visible and showing the wallpaper. Happens every time but clicking the app drawer or rotating the phone makes it go away. This happend on my d1 occasionally with cyanogen as well so I'm fairly certain it is Launcher Pro. Still can't live without LP as the blur home sucks imo.
I honestly love this blur ui. The blueness is awesome, The widgets are sweet, the icons are nice looking, and the 3d-ness is pretty sexy. This is all coming from a touchwiz fan tho
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I honestly love this blur ui. The blueness is awesome, The widgets are sweet, the icons are nice looking, and the 3d-ness is pretty sexy. This is all coming from a touchwiz fan tho
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Dude... it's okay that you are one, but you don't say things like that in public.
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I honestly love this blur ui. The blueness is awesome, The widgets are sweet, the icons are nice looking, and the 3d-ness is pretty sexy. This is all coming from a touchwiz fan tho
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I didn't know you got a Droid 3. I loved your themes on the Fascinate. I'm actually getting one myself on the 27th. Can't wait to ditch the Fascy for it. Any plans on making themes for this when it gets root?
And I agree. The blur on the D3 is very nice. I've absolutely hated every version of it besides the D3's. I hate the TW3 launcher but like all of the TW features(like notification bar toggles). I love TouchWiz4.
Overall I don't mind blur at all. I wish they had certain features from the full blur, but I switch launchers like no tomorrow. I have ALL paid versions of LPP, ADW, Mobile Shell, and Go. I wish I could keep the favorites launcher from blur or find something similar to that.
Motoblur is now called "Motorola Application Platform"
Hahaha that sounds like "we don't want to call it Blur because everyone hates Blur."
Under "Operating System" on Verizon's page on the details screen:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/droid-3-motorola.shtml
Also, it's funny that Motorola decides to phase out the name rather than phase out Blur completely: http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/09/motoblur-name-phased-out-due-to-public-feedback/
And by funny I mean annoying!
But as the others have said, it's much less annoying than what it used to be. At least when you get your phone you don't have all of these stupid widgets everywhere preloaded on your screen. I really can't stand having all the VZ apps.
I actually liked the blur ui on this phone, but it seemed too laggy. I put launcher pro on and it has helped, but I still notice a little. I am thinking it shouldn't have any lag at all being a duelcore phone and all. Any settings I can change to help it?
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I didn't know you got a Droid 3. I loved your themes on the Fascinate. I'm actually getting one myself on the 27th. Can't wait to ditch the Fascy for it. Any plans on making themes for this when it gets root?
And I agree. The blur on the D3 is very nice. I've absolutely hated every version of it besides the D3's. I hate the TW3 launcher but like all of the TW features(like notification bar toggles). I love TouchWiz4.
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I would definitely theme this when the time comes, I planned on it. I kinda dont know if Id want to theme it TBO, Blur is perfect (For me anyways). If someone ends up making an aosp rom or something I could probably theme that for the people that want to be de-blured. Im not sure how this phone will work theming wise.
I really don't mind blur on D3, way better than the blur on that defy I was tinkering with for a while, but I've been a loyal LP user since my OG. What I would like to see though is that quick contacts widget working in LP. That widget is slick, one of the coolest widgets I've ever seen, and I would use it alot. Anyone got any ideas on that?
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Yea, the d3 is seems to be nearly stock android.
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I would definitely theme this when the time comes, I planned on it. I kinda dont know if Id want to theme it TBO, Blur is perfect (For me anyways). If someone ends up making an aosp rom or something I could probably theme that for the people that want to be de-blured. Im not sure how this phone will work theming wise.
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True. There are a few changes I'd want, like making the menus black with white text instead of white with black text.
I got the D3 today. Of course, the one I get has a touchscreen that stopped working after activation. Waiting until Friday for the new one to come in. But, at least my DX2(Fascinate replacement, since mine has issues and I was gonna give it to a friend) came today and works so I have that in the mean time.
EDIT: Got the replacement in earlier. Loving this phone so much. It's extremely smooth and fast(even with Blur), and the keyboard is amazing. This is the first version of Blur I've liked. I would like root to remove V Cast apps and a few other bloatware apps, but meh, I can wait. At least Blur has app groups in the mean time.
Anyone know if there's a way to restore an old LP backup from an OG Droid?
I keep getting no files found... the backup's on my SD card... do i have to create the directory on my internal storage for it?
[edit] Ignore - Figured out solution. Simply copied the LP backup folder from my SD card to my internal storage and it worked.
Guessing since it mounds as sd where as the actual sd card mounts as sd-ext?
What is the big deal on ics...after installing ics and playing arouns on it, i dont really like it. I think the default moto blur is a lot smoother and has a cool animation to it. Ics was kinda boring and the wall paper did not move while slideing to different home panels. What really got me to uninstall you got to move the app to the top instead of just holding and clicking. The most important feature i use is the quick contact widget, which ics has something called direct call and message but in motoblur i get to select call or message in one block.
What do you guys think of it and also why is ics a big deal?
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All ICS discussions here > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1347124
I am thinking about whether to wait for the Note 2 or get the S3, as the resolution is quite high on the note (1280x800), does that create any software incompatibilities? (ie: Apps class it as a tablet?)
so far I have a animated wall paper failed, it display a black border....
for most app, I think the dev will update the app pretty quick. oh I had a game displaying bordering in the title screen, and the dev fixed it real quick after I sent him mail.
resolution problem is endless......this is android. there is freedom
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so far I have a animated wall paper failed, it display a black border....
for most app, I think the dev will update the app pretty quick. oh I had a game displaying bordering in the title screen, and the dev fixed it real quick after I sent him mail.
resolution problem is endless......this is android. there is freedom
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I played a tank game today and it had black lines down side on my S2.
Think I'll get the S3 then if the Note 2 is worth it I'll sell it then buy that.
I got this phone (full disclosure: S6 Active) to replace my nexus 5 that stopped holding a charge. So far I really like it and through the Samsung theme store and Nova launcher, etc, I've been able to add enough stock Android to my phone to make it wonderful.
The lone area that I have NOT been able to get decent satisfaction is in finding a quality lockscreen replacement app. Ideally I'd love one that was an exact mirror of Lollipop and I tried a few that I found poking around the app store and they were either buggy messes or had very intrusive ads. I also tried Next lockscreen and have currently settled on Hi Lockscreen which, while adequate, isn't perfect.
The stock S6 lockscreen is crippled by being both ugly and not nearly as functional as I'd like (highlight a notification and then swipe? no thanks) so I'd like to find something better than both it and Hi Lockscreen. I'd be extra happy if I can interact (like delete gmails, etc.) with notifications from the lockscreen and not just open up into the app like in stock Lollipop but that's not a dealbreaker.
I'm willing to give anything a try - I look forward to your suggestions.
Thanks!
I used to use cover lock screen a lot on my N5. It's different and pretty cool
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I just downloaded CM locker and it's great so far. It also works with phones fingerprint sensors (regular S6 that I have).
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I tried cm locker and didn't care for it much. I've settled on acDisplay so far.