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ICS launcher!

Hey guys! I just found this launcher on the play store and I didn't know if you guys knew about it yet but it is basically an exact replica of ICS. It really is amazing.
Here's the link the link for you guys!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobint.hololauncher
Make sure you go into the launcher settings and go to drawer settings and change the transition effect to "card stack" to get the full ICS effect.
Sent from my Continuum

Good call. I had used ICS launcher in the past but it started FCing occasionally so I switched to something else. Installed Holo launcher about a week ago and love it!

DJMaj07 said:
Good call. I had used ICS launcher in the past but it started FCing occasionally so I switched to something else. Installed Holo launcher about a week ago and love it!
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Yea I used ics launcher to and same thing happened to me.
Ever since I found it I've used it and nothing else lol
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Thanks for pointing this out, giving a try. So far seems okay.
Edit:seems to be a lag with apps showing up on homescreen when returning after running an app for a while, might go back to Lightning Launcher.
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KJW979 said:
Thanks for pointing this out, giving a try. So far seems okay.
Edit:seems to be a lag with apps showing up on homescreen when returning after running an app for a while, might go back to Lightning Launcher.
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Did you activate the "Keep in Memory" option in the settings? That should keep the homescreen from refreshing/reloading after using apps that are memory-intensive. I enabled that setting and haven't had any problems yet.

DJMaj07 said:
Did you activate the "Keep in Memory" option in the settings? That should keep the homescreen from refreshing/reloading after using apps that are memory-intensive. I enabled that setting and haven't had any problems yet.
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Yes, I did, seems better today. Is a decent launcher. Going to use for while see how works.
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Not Compatible
Market says that it isn't compatible with my Continuum. Huh?

gusterfan2180 said:
Market says that it isn't compatible with my Continuum. Huh?
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Its only compatible with 2.2 and up..go into your settings>about phone, and scroll down and check your software version
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Firmware version = 2.2.2

gusterfan2180 said:
Firmware version = 2.2.2
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check your build.prop
screen density should=240

ciscogee said:
check your build.prop
screen density should=240
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That is it. Mine is set to 211. Changing now, and will let you know WHEN it works.
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Ended up side-loading it. Not sure why Market still didn't like my phone. Kinda hurts my feelings.

gusterfan2180 said:
That is it. Mine is set to 211. Changing now, and will let you know WHEN it works.
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Ended up side-loading it. Not sure why Market still didn't like my phone. Kinda hurts my feelings.
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did u change buildprop back and reboot?
glad u got it working non the less

ciscogee said:
did u change buildprop back and reboot?
glad u got it working non the less
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Yeah.. I changed it to 240 and did a Quick Reboot via ROM Toolbox. Maybe that was my issue?? I checked the setting and it saved my change, though.

Jelly Bean Keyboard Android 4.2 apk

Hi all,
Check out the new JellyBean 4.2 keyboard, which is like Swype only better (IMHO). http://www.theandroidsoul.com/download-android-4-2-keyboard-apk/
It allows you to swype to type, but as you are moving your finger the words it guesses show up right next to your finger. When it gets to the right word, you lift your finger, and it types the word. Very cool!
Be aware that you might have to google around to get the apk, as Google is trying to take down the leak. But it works great, and installs on your rooted phone just like any regular app.
for those who have forgotten:
Install the apk
Go to languages and input in settings and select the Android keyboard.
Go to any text box, pull down your notification bar, and select input method that way.
Enjoy!

Just installed this on my galaxy running cleanrom3.1D works great
Sent by Greg Harkins with my Galaxy S3 running clean3.1

Installed bone stock it works
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Works pretty good, but can't seem to spell allot of words well.
If this version is what's running on the nexus4 they have allot of work to do imo
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I got this yesterday from droid life. But it don't seem to have a personal library where you can save words. I've been using swype beta for a while now and that's the best part of it. I can type my emails and passwords in and it remembers it. Saves so much time. Its a deal breaker if this doesn't include a personal library. I do like the suggested word though.

This is already in the apps and themes section.

good,thank you for your information

Installed it yesterday and I'm loving it!
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what am I missing? i installed it and it just seems like Sype (which I'm not a fan of)
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Woah just saw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IO9GsEniITw
it doesn't do the floating text on my GS3. Why is that?

I know I'm running beans custom and if you go to language and input in setting there is a personal dictionary you can select that I've been using. It stinks you can't add words straight from the keyboard but at least it's a temporary workaround.

dbow32 said:
I got this yesterday from droid life. But it don't seem to have a personal library where you can save words. I've been using swype beta for a while now and that's the best part of it. I can type my emails and passwords in and it remembers it. Saves so much time. Its a deal breaker if this doesn't include a personal library. I do like the suggested word though.
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sumredhed567 said:
I know I'm running beans custom and if you go to language and input in setting there is a personal dictionary you can select that I've been using. It stinks you can't add words straight from the keyboard but at least it's a temporary workaround.
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Honestly I'd be shocked if the final version doesn't learn the words you use frequently automatically. I wouldn't be surprised if they don't let you add words manually though, Google seems to be going the apple route of less manual fiddling and more "sane defaults".
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Seems to be working fine on my S3 with CR3.1, hopefully we can get an update of the official release once it comes out.
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Scratch that "working fine" comment, I got a hot-reboot while typing which I am going to assume is because of the keyboard. Maybe you JB folks will have better luck.

Works great !!! Thank you
Android 4 Life

I downloaded the first odex Incubus JB release and deodexed with the Kitchen. I forgot how I cannot stand the stock keyboard...
Needless to say, this is a brilliant alternative.

Hello,
the different link are dead....
:crying:

Can somebody please post this somewhere or fix the links please.
There was one on google play but that has been removed for some reason.

magpie22 said:
Can somebody please post this somewhere or fix the links please.
There was one on google play but that has been removed for some reason.
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Check your PM
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countryfolk07 said:
Check your PM
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Again.
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Can someone send me the link to download it please. The links seem to be dead. Once someone sends me the download I will post a mirror to download it.
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You can download the AOSP gesture keyboard from the play store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartandroidapps.inputmethod.latin

will try it out

The download links don't work

(almost)MULTI WINDOWS-like APP

FOR ALL THOSE LOOKING FOR MULTI WINDOWS ON NON TW ROMS, THIS IS YOUR LUCKY DAY.... :thumbup::beer:
I found a FREE App on playstore that functions almost like MULTI WINDOWS..
Watch it here:
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=pBA6Hf7s38U&desktop_uri=/watch?v=pBA6Hf7s38U
Edit: I have a feeling that I should have placed my post on Themes and Apps Section..
Edit: title changed to a more appropriate(non too promising one :thumbup::beer
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Re: MULTI WINDOWS-like APP running for ALL ROMS
Can it be used for TW roms? Thanks.
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I can't find "swapps" on the play store...

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bongski55 said:
I can't find "swapps" on the play store...
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It's there. Search harder.
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dsmas said:
Can it be used for TW roms? Thanks.
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Yes.

Re: MULTI WINDOWS-like APP running for ALL ROMS
noteandfound said:
FOR ALL THOSE LOOKING FOR MULTI WINDOWS ON NON TW ROMS, THIS IS YOUR LUCKY DAY.... :thumbup::beer:
I found a FREE App on playstore that functions like MULTI WINDOWS..
Watch it here:
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=pBA6Hf7s38U&desktop_uri=/watch?v=pBA6Hf7s38U
Edit: I have a feeling that I should have placed my post on Themes and Apps Section..
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Well, this application is clearly a SINGLE (as opposed to MULTI) windows application... You should change the title of your thread...
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Re: MULTI WINDOWS-like APP running for ALL ROMS
Tassos_i said:
Well, this application is clearly a SINGLE (as opposed to MULTI) windows application... You should change the title of your thread...
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+1 and need much more improvement.. the title is much more promising.. please change it
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Re: MULTI WINDOWS-like APP running for ALL ROMS
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.schiztech.swapps
It's there
Sure it's a good idea but I could only make it work in TW launcher for a while. Keeps crashing with Nova. I think it needs a lot of testing, but still a good idea.

lol wtf the guy is just changing settings, its a quicklauncher thrn, just lets you swap apps, nothing multiwindow like
Thanks for sharing though, its a good replacement for many taskswitchers

Messaging App With Quick Reply Like Stock?

Are there any text messaging apps with a quick reply feature like in stock that I don't need root to install? I have an HTC One and came from a Galaxy Nexus and miss that feature so much. I've tried some other apps, but nothing seems to have the ability to swipe down on a notification in the notification bar and reply like that without having to go into the app. The closest I've seen is the constant notification quick message thing in Handcent.

ace8707 said:
Are there any text messaging apps with a quick reply feature like in stock that I don't need root to install? I have an HTC One and came from a Galaxy Nexus and miss that feature so much. I've tried some other apps, but nothing seems to have the ability to swipe down on a notification in the notification bar and reply like that without having to go into the app. The closest I've seen is the constant notification quick message thing in Handcent.
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8sms. Been using it since it first came out. AMAZING!!!
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Joe0113 said:
8sms. Been using it since it first came out. AMAZING!!!
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Ahhhhh Exactly what I was looking for - I owe you a beer. Thank you very much!!!

Textra is also awesome. Love it. Very feature rich for a free app. And always new enhancements coming most weeks.
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SMS Popup has always worked well for me.
Galaxy Note 8.0 Xposed Build JDQ39.N5120XXCMG7 / Baseband N5120XXBMD9 / Kernel CivZ-SpherEngine-Rev on Telstra LTE

Joe0113 said:
8sms. Been using it since it first came out. AMAZING!!!
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I just ran across this thread since I've been looking for an alt texting app. This looks great. Thanks for posting the suggestion.

bytor7 said:
I just ran across this thread since I've been looking for an alt texting app. This looks great. Thanks for posting the suggestion.
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No doubt guys. Dev is awesome and open to suggestions! Hopefully themeing abilities and other new features will be coming soon!

I have been using 8sms too. Love it!!!
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Another vote for Textra

SMS App

For those of us who really don't like SMS in Hangouts for whatever reason, what SMS app are you using and what is one of the best features on it?
Thanks

Tried go sms, handcent and chomp. Don't like any of them. Would love to see the cm, or similar, messaging app as a stand alone app for all devices.

mythenmetz said:
Tried go sms, handcent and chomp. Don't like any of them. Would love to see the cm, or similar, messaging app as a stand alone app for all devices.
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Yeah. I've tired them and feel too bloated. Something minimal with a couple of keybuseful features is what I'm after.
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Sliding Messaging Pro has been my go to SMS app for KitKat, feels like it belongs on the OS.

Have you tried Textra?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.textra

s3ct0r said:
Have you tried Textra?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.textra
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But I can't use it as standard app?!

mythenmetz said:
But I can't use it as standard app?!
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What do you mean?
It should work as a default sms app.
(My Nexus 5 should be here any minute so I can't test it with it, but on my HTC One it did)

mythenmetz said:
But I can't use it as standard app?!
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It needs to be updated to 4.4 which they said is in the works.
Source: https://twitter.com/TextraSMS/status/397218859108663296

ChompSms is the best. Fast and sleek
Quick Compose
Quick reply
Delayed sending
Schedule sms
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Does anyone know if it's possible to just download an apk of the stock jelly bean SMS app?

That is a good idea! Have the jelly bean SMS app on kit Kat! I have a Galaxy nexus rooted so I can probably just make a back up of my SMS app. I'll try it...
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So I made a apk of my jelly bean SMS app. How to I share it?
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powernexus4 said:
That is a good idea! Have the jelly bean SMS app on kit Kat! I have a Galaxy nexus rooted so I can probably just make a back up of my SMS app. I'll try it...
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So I made a apk of my jelly bean SMS app. How to I share it?
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I'm not actually sure if it will work. It might not be compatible with 4.4 or it might be glitchy. In any case it would prob be best to just stick to hangouts. Not sure though. Anyone have any input if this will work?

8sms. Best sms app. Looks like stock, fast, and quickreply from notification shade.
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not mentioned yet so I'll recommend it - sliding messaging... you do have to pay for it but it's very unique and quite a nice app
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I've installed 8SMS, set it to Standalone Mode and disabled Hangouts in Settings/Apps.
Strangely, under Settings/Wireless & networks/Default SMS, 8SMS doesn't show up. I'll be asking someone to text me soon to test that everything is working as it should be. I'll report back.
Edit: Running in Standalone mode didn't work but as soon as i deselected it i could receive SMS. Unfortunately sent messages aren't being received so i'm going back to using Hangouts for now.

I had no idea that Textra and 8sms existed until now (and I've been doing the Android thing since donut). I've been using Hangouts or the CM app, but for non rooted phones I could never find a messaging app I liked. These are beautiful and I'll be putting one on friends' phones to replace the (usually) lacking SMS stock apps.
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I use Disa.im which combines SMS/MMS and Whatsapp. It has a very clean interface and support for group conversations.
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EvilLordFluffy said:
I use Disa.im which combines SMS/MMS and Whatsapp. It has a very clean interface and support for group conversations.
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Disa looks promising! Hope to see it available to all on the Play Store soon. :good:

PsychDrummer said:
Does anyone know if it's possible to just download an apk of the stock jelly bean SMS app?
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I'm really hoping the CM stock messaging app can be ported to KitKat. I've never understood the issue people have with it. It looks great, and it functions well.

ballaz said:
8sms. Best sms app. Looks like stock, fast, and quickreply from notification shade.
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Didnt know about this, installed it on my GNEX undtil I get the N5 and so far it's great !!