[Ques] Why SENSE UI is such a BIG thing?? - HTC One E8

This is a thread where you can give your opinions and experienced about sense UI
I made this thread because i m going to buy new HTC E8 because it packs very good specs in terms of hardware...
Before hearing about htc m8 i was planning for lg g2 as perfect in hardware and software with tons of feature...
So here i m not asking about gimmiky features but i m asking about WHAT THE SENSE UI is all about...
I saw many reviewa of htc one m8, htc desire 816 to understand what this UI packs in it... But i dont find many features over stock android... So wanna ask some feature sense UI have??
1. Small app (floating apps like lg skin or sony small apps)
2. Quick settings ( add or remove option fir toggles in quick settings drawer)
3. Does it allow to download more themes like sony allow to download from sony select and playstore.
4.does launcher can give scrolling effects or horizontal scrolling for apps in app drawer?
5. Does it has different lock effects like samsung and lg g2 or g3?
6. Does camera has more shooting modes or zoom to voice clarity options like lg g2?
7. What more features it provide over samsung and lg phones?
8.what that zoe mode provide other than slide show in gallery.
Here i m not criticize any OEM skin... I m just here for some queries.. Plz dont take it as personally... I did use samsung and sony phones before thats why n m asking it before buying HTC E8...
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Thread closed as it is an exact copy of this thread:
Why sense 6 such a big thing?
Many thanks,
Ghost

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[Q] Three questions from a new HTC/Android user coming from iphone

Hi fellow Sensationalists
I have three quick questions for you all and hope you will help me
1. Is there a way to replace the rosie dockbar without forfeiting Sense?
I know about launchers and tried a few of them, but then I lose Sense and it's widgets, which are the main reasons for going with HTC. I dont want just a different skin, I actually want a dockbar like Launcher pro gives me - with dedicated buttons for mail, sms, phone and browser, if it can be scrolled, it'd be even better! The Rosie Dockbar is useless as it has only 3 buttons of which I actually only need "Phone". At least this was much better on the iphone
2. Is wallpaper scrolling gone for good with Sense 3.0? I have it with the launchers but I want it in Sense :'( Any mods out there?
3. I just can't find a 2g/3g toggle widget. There are only Shortcut widgets that take me to that seetings page. But I want a one-tap button that switches between them (Note: I am not looking for a widget that deactivates mobile data completley)
1 and 2 is no. Can't help you with 3
Swyped from my HTC Sensation
I've asked the same thing....I too came from an iPhone.....the best thing your gonna get is go launcher. That's ok I love this phone over the iPhone
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Question 1. Answer is no.. but if you get adw launcher and beautiful widgets you will be as close to sense as your going to get.
Question 2. I have been using Live wallpapers and I am 95% sure they still work with adw launcher.
As for question #3 Not really sure.. Everywhere I go I have 4G
Bleh. So no sense for me then
I just like the scrolling wallpapers too much, and the dockbar is an essential part of any OS because I don't want to go 3 screens back just to launch the webbrowser. In both areas, HTC failed big time (oh, that and the 768mb Ram instead of 1gig)
Question 3 is also a no, it seems the super-open Android prohibits this. Cyanogenmod is reportedly the only Rom where this is possible. Some recommended me "extended quicksettings" and such, but all of them cost $$$ and I don't know if the really work.
Here in Switzerland we have no 4g at all, but for checking mails and whatsapp I prefer 2g anyways as it saves alot of juice, everything else is overkill for such small data transfers. I only switch on 3g when browsing or youtubeing. Extended the battery ALOT on my iphone.
at least that part was better on my iphone.

[ROM] Sense Mix v1.0.2 10/5/12

Hey everyone. I've been working on this ROM for months. I'm not a big fan of Sense 3.6. A lot has changed since 3.0. Some features I'm extremely pleased with but not so much with others. So I came up with a ROM called Sense Mix. It's based on RUU 3.33.401.53.
Removed:
All apps attainable from the Market except for Facebook (used by Friendstream), Maps, Street, Soundhound and YouTube (used by me)
Other apps I find useless (STK, HTC Facebookchat, possibly others I cannot recall)
Old Google Search and Voice (replaced with GNow)
HTC Sense Launcher and Widgets (I dislike them)
'Recent Apps' in status bar
Lockscreen shortcuts (cannot be set because Rosie is removed)
Features:
Adfree hosts file
Galaxy S3 Launcher
Google Now
UI rendering improvments
Supercharged services.jar
Sense 4.0 Theme
Sense 4.0 Sounds
Sense 4.0 Wallpapers
Sense 4.0 styled Keyboard
Sense 4.0 styled MMS app
SONY Playstation Certification (Playstation Mobile app available at SONY's website)
SONY BRAVIA Engine
SONY xLoud
SONY Xperia Widgets and Fonts
SONY Walkman (Music app with many plugins)
SONY Albums (Gallery app)
Notes:
The ROM itself is T-Mobile USA optimized. If you are a T-Mobile user, you can flash Wi-Fi Calling. If you are are a Sensation XE or Sensation Z710e user, you can flash a patch to change the device name.
Sense 4.0 theme: I took SadeSkin 2.0 and fixed many errors I found with the images. I have also made the lock screen's navigation bar invisible. If you select a different skin, it will reappear.
SuperSU - I have not included SuperSU because it is in the Market AND because root apps are automatically granted acces (I don't know how I did that). There is a 'su' binary in the ROM so if you want control over what apps are granted root, download ONLY the SuperSU app. The binary is built into the ROM.
I've been working on this ROM for months. I know exactly how I want it to be but nevertheless, suggestions are welcome
Adobe Flash Player must be updated but it is not displayed in the Market. Bypass the issue by clicking here from your phone.
MOST IMORTANTLY: I am a chef, not a developer. There are system apps I want to modify since some system options are no longer relevant; for example,the Personlize app no longer needs 'Lock screen shortcuts', 'Scene', 'Add to home'. If anyone can modify the apps to how I want them, please PM me. It'll make this ROM more complete.
Credits:
HTC
Google
SONY
Samsung
zeppelinrox
Rival Lovins
Ryuinferno
XxXPachaXxX
Ppain
Any other entity I missed
DOWNLOADS:
Mixed Sense 1.0.1
Mixed Sense 1.0.2 Patch
Extras:
T-Mobile Wi-Fi Calling
Sensation Z710e Patch for 1.0.1
Sensation XE Patch for 1.0.1
Please notify me if you want a mirror, don't make your own. I would like to keep track of how many people use the ROM.
CHANGELOG
1.0.2 (10/5/12):
Fixed inaccurate status bar battery percent in status bar
1.0.1 (10/4/12):
Fixed Walkman visualizer force close
1.0.0 (10/3/12):
Initial Release
SCREENSHOTS
If someone can put up screenshots, I'd appreciate that.
and im the first one. ROM sounds good but did you not try urself?
So is sense 4.
J.b. 4.1.1
Nice job. A little SGIII on top of HTC Sense. So far a quick run through of things and all seems to work fine.
Hey could you please put up another mirror the download link thats up keeps saying web page unavailable. Thanks!!!
J.b. 4.1.1
One suggestion, use aroma to provide users ability to choose app they want to remove, it is much better than u delete it by yourself
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Which camera is in this ROM? Sense 3.6 or 4.0?
And does it have Sense low storage wizard?
how about battery life? any bencmark please?
Where did you acquire the Galaxy S3 Touchwiz launcher?
Steve's Elegencia ROM has option to use S3 launcher in aroma.
From Galaxy S3?
Nice ROM, but i dont really think xLoud is working, because there's no difference on its loudness compared to xLoudless ROMs.
xLoud effect is clearly visible on viperS rom.
this rom looks good, but anything more special which makes this rom different from others?
Hi there, I don't think the d/l link is working. Any other link ? Thanks.
chihliouma said:
Hi there, I don't think the d/l link is working. Any other link ? Thanks.
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+1
chihliouma said:
Hi there, I don't think the d/l link is working. Any other link ? Thanks.
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Sorry about that. I'll be posting a dev-host mirror soon.
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Hello, please tell me, the player walkman have the technology "Clear Bass" or "effect of virtual rooms Sony" ?Thanks

[Launcher Sense Exclusive] HTC Sapphire UI

HTC Sense users look for 2 things. An experience to match the beauty and perfection of their HTC ONE or get the closest to a Google Experience without ruining their HTC Sense experience. I've done both... The solution you ask? Ive built a hybrid just for us.
Based off of the AOSP Launcher3 latest revision in kitkat and my private OpenSense SDK, Id like to introduce HTC Sapphire UI for HTC ONE. Sapphire is an exclusive 3rd party launcher designed and built specifically for the architecture of the HTC ONE device lineup and OpenSense SDK offering users an unbelievably smooth and Google/HTC hybrid experience. Sapphire offers users a launcher experience that both meets the expectations of Google fans and Blinkfeed fans as this launcher is binded to both Blinkfeed and Google Now.
Current Features (Going based on Dev Preview)
*Based on latest revision of Launcher3 kitkat
*Built on SDK21
*Built on OpenSense 7 SDK
*Mirrored off HTC Framework
*Activity and Custom Shortcut support
*HTC Widget Support
*AOSP wallpaper crop support
*Google Now always listening support
*HTC Blinkfeed persistant support
*Optimized Interface for HTC Sense
*Super Stable User Interface
*Highly Modified Launcher Activity based on Prism
*Google Sync (WIP)
*Gesture Recognition/Launch
*Swipe motion detection
*Sapphire wallpaper chooser (choice of wallpapers)
*S-Dashboard
*Sapphire Search Bar
*Sapphire Time Clock
Sign up on Google Plus group, HTC Sapphire
Link: https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/115542523912843355119
Download: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=56370384
Google Drive: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5B4r0081LETN3UyZmNrUXh6Sjg/edit?usp=docslist_api
1NE Key (Donate) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.NxIndustries.Sapphire1NE
--Do not purchase the 1NE Key if u plan on returning it! It is a donation towards Sapphire development and not garunteed to get extra features in future. --
Follow the rules on Google Play, participate in the feedback program, notify and confirm HTC device support, do not INCLUDE in any custom roms or be penalized(Unless given permission) , do not hand out, do not request an AOSP port, do not tamper with code unless given permission.
Project Home:
Link: www.bionx.webs.com/htc-sapphire
HTC Sapphire UI is not related in any way to HTC or its company. A legal notice has been placed in the latest revision of this launcher for action of adding and removing content as well as terms of service and project purpose.
HTC Devs are welcomed to contribute to this project.
NOTICE:
If youd like to try the latest dev preview of Sapphire UI, please contact me. This launcher will work on any HTC that has Sense 6 or 7 installed. This launcher will not work on any kind of AOSP port and will not work properly if any HTC apps have been removed from your system or tampered with. The Sapphire ONE key revenue is currently being used to purchase a M9 to continue rom development and Sapphire UI development(Nothing more or less).
Build 1.2
Update 2.1
-In changelog of latest revision
Screenshots
-Coming soon, current screenshots are not accurate and up to date!
Supported Devices
Project Home Page
http://bionx.webs.com/htc-sapphire
Developers Preview Download
https://www.dropbox.com/s/pj3w6oxzhp8yyo9/Sapphire_signed.apk?dl=0
"Please do not overflow my dropbox download limit, thabkyou =) "
do not use in any HTC custom roms or be penalized, do not hand out, do not request an AOSP port, do not tamper with code unless given permission.
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I think htc , itself wont like you tampering and putting something on playstore which makes use of htc framework.
they removed htc look alike widgets , dont think this is gonna last long on play store.
or
u planning to just keep it only on these developments forums?
jags_the1 said:
I think htc , itself wont like you tampering and putting something on playstore which makes use of htc framework.
they removed htc look alike widgets , dont think this is gonna last long on play store.
or
u planning to just keep it only on these developments forums?
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the opensense sdk is freely available for everyone.
jags_the1 said:
I think htc , itself wont like you tampering and putting something on playstore which makes use of htc framework.
they removed htc look alike widgets , dont think this is gonna last long on play store.
or
u planning to just keep it only on these developments forums?
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Eh, only reason they'd do that is if i managed to actually make something better which I doubt that be the case
Thats almost like saying were not aloud to have roms out like Insertcoin, Renovate or Vipor Mod
Glad to be part of the testers, very nice work for an alpha :good:
On viper Rom. Incompatible.
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Item not found after doing first and second step
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Running smooth on Maximus HD 6.0.1 (w/ latest firmware)
paperecho said:
On viper Rom. Incompatible.
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One of 2 things could cuz this as I see InsertCoin users are having the same problem. A feature request has been modified in the rom to the point, Sapphire doesn't understand it or the model ID number doesnt match of what it should be in Google Play to talk back to compatibility list.
I will be investigating this
Eiad Ajam said:
Item not found after doing first and second step
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Ive heard that this process may take a maximum of 30 minutes to register. Keep checking the link =) if all else fails, redo the process.
modmangrc said:
Running smooth on Maximus HD 6.0.1 (w/ latest firmware)
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Nice to here, another rom to add to checklist
First quick feedback, not a fan of the app drawer icon but that's literally having just installed it. I'll give it more of a blast and go from there
EddyOS said:
First quick feedback, not a fan of the app drawer icon but that's literally having just installed it. I'll give it more of a blast and go from there
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I went through 5 concepts already lol during planning. Any suggestions?
Google now listening only from open app, not always=(
Awesome launcher, thanks
olvrick said:
Google now listening only from open app, not always=(
Awesome launcher, thanks
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I have always listening on my device, it depends on your location in order to take advantage
Remember to watch Google Plus group and participate in subjects.
Focus in 0.2 update
-Revamped Icons
-Shortcuts
-Theme support?
Any questions, comments, concerns?
Small update will be pushed later. Patch for DNA and Butterfly devices?
Yet another concept of an App Drawe Icon (now smaller)
Blinkfeed Holo icon still needs some work
I can not download the app from google play after I have sign up
The link was not found

new rom coming soon for galaxy core duos

hi guys this is my first work on galaxy core
im making a new rom (mix rom)
its based on samykat rom b3 so all thanks goes to @kahmad989 :good: and som other devolpers apps.
download link and more screenshots soon
futures:
all samykat futures
ink effect and s5 ripple effect and s4 light effect.
s5 music player (well blow up your mind)
new boot and shut animation
new lanucher LG G3 STYLE :good: WITH s5 transtiton and folders(not in the beta version coming soon)
new dailer L STYLE :laugh:
pop_up browser
pop_up video player
new keyboard note 3
new messaging app 5.0 design
new camera with great effects
new gallery
calculator with L design
new L STYLE calender
lollipop call
new note L STYLE
L ICONS
NEW FLASHLIGHT widget L DESIGN
MORE COMING SOON IN V1.1
like pop_up folders like in the s5 (soon:angel
child interface
floating apps shortcuts
multi window maybe i dont know why u like it with this small screen:silly:
finally its not all my work >>> i well take requests to add apps and futures to my first build but dont ask me to for impossible things....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3151767&stc=1&d=1423174950
anasazzam. said:
hi guys this is my first work on galaxy core
im making a new rom (mix rom)
its based on samykat rom b3 so all thanks goes to @kahmad989 :good: and som other devolpers apps.
download link and more screenshots soon
futures:
all samykat futures
ink effect and s5 ripple effect and s4 light effect.
s5 music player (well blow up your mind)
new lanucher LG G3 STYLE :good: WITH s5 transtiton and folders
new dailer L STYLE :laugh:
pop_up browser
pop_up video player
new keyboard note 3
new messaging app 5.0 design
new camera with great effects
new gallery
calculator with L design
new L STYLE calender
lollipop call
new note L STYLE
L ICONS
NEW FLASHLIGHT widget L DESIGN
MORE COMING SOON IN V1.1
like pop_up folders like in the s5 (soon:angel
child interface
floating apps shortcuts
multi window maybe i dont know why u like it with this small screen:silly:
finally its not my work im just sharing i well take requests to add apps and futures to my first build but dont ask me to for impossible things....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3151767&stc=1&d=1423174950
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when u will upload this roam
Lg G3 Home can only work on 4.4+ or go port it
U can put lockscreen from g3 only
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93boba said:
Lg G3 Home can only work on 4.4+ or go port it
U can put lockscreen from g3 only
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i know what i said (LG G3 STYLE NOT PORTED LAUNCHER and
u can help me with this
because i really need some help with this rom
finally first v will be beta so don't expect every think works perfectly:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
so answer me please :angel::highfive:
?
praveenkallaje said:
when u will upload this roam
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maybe next week please be patient
Bro hows the development going..when will it be uploading. ..
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Does it work on galaxy core 2 sm-g335h plz say yes
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upload please
bro eagerly waiting for this rom.................hope it will be awesome
It is grt to try new rom... bro make it fast.... is it complete????
hey.. how much time we have to wait.... upload it fast... it's look like good....
Hey bro... is it complete??? Upload it fast...
great job

How to disable new apps from creating shortcut

On sense homescreen? Can't see the option in play store anymore, and not in options anywhere?
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Same here, I didn't find anywhere to turn it off.
It's something that I would have liked to have known before reinstalling all of my apps and all the icons appeared on my homescreen.
I came from an LG g4 and for all the stick LG gets for their os it has some really useful features that I always thought were stock Android. Smart settings used to automatically turn on my Wi-Fi when I got home and off when I left etc app pinning on recent apps so you can close all but leave say spotify running... Also LG also allows custom icons unlike HTC, I love this phone though of course [emoji16][emoji16]
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Bump! I really hate icons being dumped on my homescreen. Wasn't like this on my HTC 10
I think this is an oreo thing. The play store does not have an option to turn off adding a new app on the desktop and HTC Sense does not have that option either. A workaround is to use a third-party launcher, for example, Nova, where I think you can stop this.
Or if you want to use HTC Sense, just remove the icon whenever a new app is installed. :silly:

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