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Hi guys,
I'm trying to get a perfect weather + clock/alarm widget for me. I've been using Fancy Widget for a while, it works fine for me (I can see weather info, I can see time, I can see when the next alarm rings), except there's no direct access to Alarm for it brings me to clock setting instead (and I need another tap to go to alarm).
I've looked at Beautiful Widget, but a bit hesitant to buy it due to some battery drain comments. Does Beautiful Widget drains battery significantly on Arcs? Can it access alarm directly from the widget?
Thank you In Advance.
Give GO Weather a go (pun very much intended) ... Been using it & it's quietly elegant.
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Hmm... I still can't go to alarm directly from the widget. Or will it always be like that until I install 3rd party alarm app?
I'm using beautiful widgets and having no issue at all with battery life. Very happy with it.
HYPER-X10 said:
I'm using beautiful widgets and having no issue at all with battery life. Very happy with it.
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Can it access stock alarm directly like the stock clock widget when you tap it ?
If it's not possible, I probably would just stick with the fancy widget.
Your could do that in the past, (asigning whatever app you like to different areas of the beautifull widget)
i have not used it for 6 months thou.
TanMak said:
Give GO Weather a go (pun very much intended) ... Been using it & it's quietly elegant.
sent from The ARC
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Does use automatic Geolocation?
I'm currently running beautiful widget and i'm quite happy with it...
Best weather widget IMO is snowstorm. Small, elegant, customisable, skinnable. Updates based on location. Accurate forecasts.
Decent digital clocks are a problem, though - most of them are pretty ugly looking to me. Quite like the small sony one that's built-in, if only it opened the clock/alarm apps when you clicked it...
+1 for snowstorm
For the clock use "glass widgets" which will allow you to choose which app to launch once you have clicked it
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Worth it just for the ability to delete apps directly from within the app drawer..
http://www.xperiablog.net/2011/07/31/new-sony-ericsson-home-launcher-leaked/
Thanks! Great update.
Can someone make a transparent dock version please? I had the mod on the old one and thats the only thing I miss.
wonder what the themes will be
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wonder what the themes will be
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Most likely what we have seen with the leaked mini pro pics, different background colors for framework/dialer
Where are these pics? Hope we are allowed to make our own.
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Is it safe?
i have it on my arc, very light, no loading apps that installed on sd card each time i press home button, improved animations for icons.
Is it just me or is there a big gab between the 4th row and the dock?
Xperia Play btw
Well what do you know,it supports landscape
GetPatriotized said:
Well what do you know,it supports landscape
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how? I cant on the arc?
can anyone share the APK? I'm in China and have no access to the download of APK.
piercewei said:
can anyone share the APK? I'm in China and have no access to the download of APK.
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Use setdns from market and use google dns..
Btw works like a charm here
mrloltime said:
how? I cant on the arc?
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I'm not sure. I have the Play and when I slide it open,it forces everything into landscape.
hellocng said:
Thanks! Great update.
Can someone make a transparent dock version please? I had the mod on the old one and thats the only thing I miss.
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[MOD] Transparent Home Dock for Arc [ Update - 2.0.A.0.20 ]
It works nice on my stock non-rooted arc.
Problem is the widget overview is now pointless eye-candy. The widgets float around one over another and are harder to read and tap than last version. I don't see a way to turn it off even.
not working
Ok, I think that I have made something wrong because I can not see any difference.
I can see the option to remove instaled aps but can not see the overview and widgets floating?!
I have read somewhere that I have to remove everything from the desktop on my phone, tried that too but nothing.
By the way, non rooted Arc.
Thanks
the Theme setting is useless now, huh?
Hello everybody. Is it possible to get it with 7 homesreens ?
too bad i'm happy enough with go launcher ex...
and yes, unless they implement home screen extension, i can live without timescape and mediaplayer widget
can some repost the apk the link is dead thx
I love the idea of mini-apps, IMO its a big step forward into true multi tasking
...Is there a place to download more mini-apps?
...Are there any roms out that have modified/added to the mini-apps?
It would be really nice to have a choice, I would personally like to see a mini-browser added.
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I love the idea of mini-apps, IMO its a big step forward into true multi tasking
...Is there a place to download more mini-apps?
...Are there any roms out that have modified/added to the mini-apps?
It would be really nice to have a choice, I would personally like to see a mini-browser added.
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what exactly do you mean by "mini-apps"? widgets?
I think he talks about the addition in touchwiz for the galaxy tab 10.1. But AFAIK it is not possible to change them currently.
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I think he talks about the addition in touchwiz for the galaxy tab 10.1. But AFAIK it is not possible to change them currently.
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Ya I'm talking about the little apps you can pull up that were added in the touchwiz update
If only it was possible to change those - so far only calculator and calendar are any use (and task manager but quicker to hold the home icon). When I showed an ipad fan he was very impressed by them but right away wanted to know if you can change them. Mini browser would probably be asking too much but the notes could be useful if the implementation was more intuitive. Quick email program would be good too.
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sorry, but i cannot get the point (really)
what's the difference between a "mini-app" and an app?
Mini apps are supplied with the Touchwiz software and are accessible from the Taskbar.
i dont see why it would be hard for a developer to change these
...there has to be a way
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Mini apps are supplied with the Touchwiz software and are accessible from the Taskbar.
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thanks for the video
so the only difference between a "mini-app" and a "normal app" is, that the mini-app is in the taskbar.
(so every app could be transformed into a mini-app if you just could pin it to the taskbar???)
'If' .... that's the thing, I don't think it's possible yet.
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I planned on working on trying to develop new mini-apps, but then my Tab epic failed and I'm waiting for a new one from Samsung Not sure if it can be done, but we shall see.
Good luck with that, keep us informed!
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thanks for the video
so the only difference between a "mini-app" and a "normal app" is, that the mini-app is in the taskbar.
(so every app could be transformed into a mini-app if you just could pin it to the taskbar???)
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No, the "mini-apps" are just that... Mini apps that pop up on top of what ever app your running at the time. Their not really the full app and you can move them around the screen to place them where you want them. Their more like widgets, just widgets that can be moved around easily.
Say your checking your email and you need to check some figures. You can pull up the mini bar, tap the calculator icon to bring up a small version of it. Then you can move it to one side or the other so you can see the numbers you need to check. "See the screen shot"
And all of the mini apps but the calculator and task manager, if you tap the arrow in the top left had corner will take you to the full app.
It would be nice to have the option to change the apps in the quick launch bar... but they wouldn't really work like the mini apps. The program developers would have to include the mini app like they do with apps that have widgets to use along with the apps.
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No, the "mini-apps" are just that... Mini apps that pop up on top of what ever app your running at the time. Their not really the full app and you can move them around the screen to place them where you want them. Their more like widgets, just widgets that can be moved around easily.
Say your checking your email and you need to check some figures. You can pull up the mini bar, tap the calculator icon to bring up a small version of it. Then you can move it to one side or the other so you can see the numbers you need to check. "See the screen shot"
And all of the mini apps but the calculator and task manager, if you tap the arrow in the top left had corner will take you to the full app.
It would be nice to have the option to change the apps in the quick launch bar... but they wouldn't really work like the mini apps. The program developers would have to include the mini app like they do with apps that have widgets to use along with the apps.
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now i've got it! thanks.
sounds really cool. it's clear that not every app can be a mini-app, but it'll be great if you can develop own mini-apps.
Yes you can change the apps and please stop calling them "mini" as they are each full blown apps.
Samsung is releasing the API to add apps into the launch tray.
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Yes you can change the apps and please stop calling them "mini" as they are each full blown apps.
Samsung is releasing the API to add apps into the launch tray.
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Can change the apps? Please tell us how we can change then now, or do you actually mean that we'll be able to change them eventually, not now?
Edit: 'mini apps is fine by me.
Not sure when Samsung will update touchwiz to change the mini apps on the taskbar.
In the meantime you can try this new app if you like, but they are not mini apps to run in a multitasking way though.
Wizz Bar- free on the market
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.snowbee.wizzbar&feature=search_result
I have not tried it as I use adw ex and use the hidden dock. If someone does try it would love to see what you think of it.
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Can the Bootloader ever be unlocked?
tweaker101 said:
Can the Bootloader ever be unlocked?
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I'm probably going to take mine back if it can't, too much bloody bloatware and poor app drawer
Bloody hell ppl,have a little patience.The tab's only been out a few weeks.Give the devs time to crack it.I'm sure it'll be worth it in the end
Sigh...
Questions in the general area. Development stuff in the development area. K?
Bloatware? Seriously? This tablet as among the lowest actual 3rd party bloatware I've seen lately. On top of that the app drawer is one of the best features of this tablet. We clearly both bought ours for completely different reasons. If you don't like 3rd party apps, you can actually uninstall them. If you're talking about wi-fi checker and the remote...I don't know what to say.
The app drawer is pretty poor, there is no way to have the icon view in alphabetical order without manually re-ordering all the icons - only the list view which is not as efficient.
The Sony icons are ugly too, on my homescreen there are about 5 blue/purple sony icons and the rest are the nice app icons and it looks a bit odd.
This with the wi-fi bug disconnection bug is making me think I should have just gone for the galaxy tab 10.1
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The app drawer is pretty poor, there is no way to have the icon view in alphabetical order without manually re-ordering all the icons - only the list view which is not as efficient.
The Sony icons are ugly too, on my homescreen there are about 5 blue/purple sony icons and the rest are the nice app icons and it looks a bit odd.
This with the wi-fi bug disconnection bug is making me think I should have just gone for the galaxy tab 10.1
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Have you tried installing adw ex? changes the look and feel of the tablet including being able to remove the top bar, which gives you more room. The app drawer is fully customisable then, too. You can also change the icons for the pre-installed software. Can recommend using the fluxed adw theme.
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Have you tried installing adw ex? changes the look and feel of the tablet including being able to remove the top bar, which gives you more room. The app drawer is fully customisable then, too. You can also change the icons for the pre-installed software. Can recommend using the fluxed adw theme.
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++10 ADWLauncher EX is the bomb!.. i bought it way back for my phones, and i'm glad i don't have to pay for it again to install in my Sony Tablet..
Hi Friends...!
I'm searching for a widget and a mod for ICS on XMP
First, I guess many of you realized that "Photo and videos widget" now in ICS for XMP is very "small", instead a bigger, nicer version for GB. Has anyone tried to port it to ICS? Just in case you don't know what I mean, take a look at this http://communities-origin.sonyericsson.com/message/190104
Second request, for ICS too, is that "effect" of old CRT TVs when you turn them off. Is it possible to add?
Thanks to all!
Tony.Cool said:
Hi Friends...!
I'm searching for a widget and a mod for ICS on XMP
First, I guess many of you realized that "Photo and videos widget" now in ICS for XMP is very "small", instead a bigger, nicer version for GB. Has anyone tried to port it to ICS? Just in case you don't know what I mean, take a look at this http://communities-origin.sonyericsson.com/message/190104
Second request, for ICS too, is that "effect" of old CRT TVs when you turn them off. Is it possible to add?
Thanks to all!
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I have a big widget only!!! On my Mini! Many people complain about the small widget but i have the bigger one
So... nobody knows about it?
I think u can resize widgets on ics.isnt it?
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I mean, that Widget was "large" on GB. Now, with ICS update, it became very small, so you can't watch them clearly.
Also, there's a mod when you turn off the screen, it looks like a old TV turning off... that mod was within Notification Widgets, and it looks nice and I'd like to have it.
Tony.Cool said:
Also, there's a mod when you turn off the screen, it looks like a old TV turning off... that mod was within Notification Widgets, and it looks nice and I'd like to have it.
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where is this mod for ICS? Are you sure it is working on ICS?
Exactly that's one of two things I'm looking for... I know it's available for GB but haven't found it yet for ICS
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Tony.Cool said:
Exactly that's one of two things I'm looking for... I know it's available for GB but haven't found it yet for ICS
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1306044
In this post they did it for GB, and now they are working on ICS, I thinks CRT is coming, i'm waiting too
Tony.Cool said:
I mean, that Widget was "large" on GB. Now, with ICS update, it became very small, so you can't watch them clearly.
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I have this The 'Big' widget
Somyab said:
I think u can resize widgets on ics.isnt it?
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You can resize only certain widgets
MSTHETERROR said:
I have this The 'Big' widget
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Where did you get it? Please!!
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MSTHETERROR said:
I have this The 'Big' widget
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Can you share?
And is it on GB? The status bar is like GB, ICS one is black.
I have the widget and it works, for me xperia st17i
Hi everyone.
The big photos and videos widget is one of my favorite widget too. And after i updated to ICS for my xperia active, it disappeared. Actually, the new android 4.04 only has the small one.
One pal share me the apk file, and i attached it in this reply. BUT you may need to do a little trick.
Firstly, install the widget. When you add it on Home Screen, there are two choices "large or small", choose Large one of course. After that your device will get bug when access page contain that widget , but don't worry about that.
Secondly, use the original uninstall or any 3rd apps, uninstall that widget.
Finally, back to the home screen, the photos and videos fill your screen.
Work for me, st17i ICS 4.1.b.0.431.
It works, thanks
This means if anyhow we can resize the widget, our work will be done xD
No one for CRT?
bakawind said:
Hi everyone.
The big photos and videos widget is one of my favorite widget too. And after i updated to ICS for my xperia active, it disappeared. Actually, the new android 4.04 only has the small one.
One pal share me the apk file, and i attached it in this reply. BUT you may need to do a little trick.
Firstly, install the widget. When you add it on Home Screen, there are two choices "large or small", choose Large one of course. After that your device will get bug when access page contain that widget , but don't worry about that.
Secondly, use the original uninstall or any 3rd apps, uninstall that widget.
Finally, back to the home screen, the photos and videos fill your screen.
Work for me, st17i ICS 4.1.b.0.431.
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Thanks a lot. It worked perfectly on a Xperia Mini Pro (SK17i)... You and your friend are geniuses!!
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Hello
I didn't understand how I have to remove the widget ?
Should I have to uninstal the application ?
Thank you for your help !!
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Don't worry, I succeed alone !!
Thank you.
wow!
bakawind said:
Hi everyone.
The big photos and videos widget is one of my favorite widget too. And after i updated to ICS for my xperia active, it disappeared. Actually, the new android 4.04 only has the small one.
One pal share me the apk file, and i attached it in this reply. BUT you may need to do a little trick.
Firstly, install the widget. When you add it on Home Screen, there are two choices "large or small", choose Large one of course. After that your device will get bug when access page contain that widget , but don't worry about that.
Secondly, use the original uninstall or any 3rd apps, uninstall that widget.
Finally, back to the home screen, the photos and videos fill your screen.
Work for me, st17i ICS 4.1.b.0.431.
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you are great i missed big widget so much
what about crt tv animation??
j.r.j said:
what about crt tv animation??
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crt off animation was officially removed by sony, and no one working to port/enable it again..