[APP][4.3+] New launcher for WeTek Core

[APP][4.3+] New launcher for WeTek Core - Android Apps and Games

If you wanna help debugging this new launcher I have created feel free to download it and report in this thread any error or crash you might experience.
In case of crash try to replicate it and, please, include logcat.
You can't use this launcher on the Play running WeTek OS because it requires at least Android 4.3 for the notification APIs but if you are using my CyanogenMOD build you can use it on the Play as well (but you might need to use a keyboard to access some of the functions since they are mapped for Core's remote).
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Instructions
Download the zip file containing the apk, unzip it and install the apk using your preferred method (using adb install, copying it to a MicroSD card and installing it using a file manager, etc.)
As very first thing allow the launcher to access the notifications in "Settings -> More Settings -> Sound & Notification -> Notification access".
I have created this launcher for being light and very easy to use, in fact using the Core you will do most of the actions using the * (star) button (if you don't have the Core's remote you can achieve the same with F6 button on a keyboard).
In the top row you have the notifications, you can click with OK button on them to open them in a popup or you can dismiss the selected notification without opening it using * button.
In the second row you have the highlighted apps section, the middle icon is the app drawer. From the drawer you can add the selected app to the list of favourite apps (the third row in the home of the launcher) by pressing * button, you can also long press OK to access to the app information menu where you can uninstall/disable the app, clean the cache or data, move the app to the sd, etc.
The third row, as previously said, has a list of favourite apps. You can re-arrange them by long pressing with OK on one of them (you will see that the app rectangle has a blue border, meaning it's been selected), moving to the position where you wanna put that app and long press OK again to swap the two positions (it's easier done than said), if you long press with OK on the same selected app it will clear the selection.
To delete a favourite app use the usual * button.
The last row has three icons, one for the connectivity (showing if you're connected by ethernet, wifi, or not connected at all) that will launch network settings when clicked; one that will launch android settings and another one that shows the weather and, once clicked, will show a popup with a 5 days forecast (from this popup you can toggle C/F degrees by pressing, guess what? * button
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1.2.1
Changes
1.2.1:
- Added option to hide applications
- Added support for icon themes (have a look here for more info)
- Added Turkish translation
20151126:
- A lot of improvements under the hoods, included fixing a FC when using IP geo location since the public API I was using is not available anymore.
20151104:
- Added the possibility of fetching weather for a custom location. You can access to settings by pressing menu button in the main launcher window
20151101:
- Added current temperature and current city to the weather icon in the footer
- LP only: modified the visual feedback of the currently focused highlighted/favourite app
20151030:
- Added the possibility of customizing the Highlighted apps (all but the app drawer). Long pressing on an highlighted app will bring up a dialog where you can choose the new highlighted app. To reset an highlighted app to the default state press the usual * button on the customized highlighted app.
If you are running one of the latest Core rom that have this new launcher as system launcher you won't be able to update unless you use this file.
20151029:
- Added a colored circular reveal animation in the home section when interacting with objects that launch something

New version.

4.2
And for 4.2?

It is not possible because the notification listener requires 4.3, and integrated notifications is one of the best things of this launcher imho

This is what I want! Works on any android box?
Thanks for the launcher

the link is broken

I would recommend advertising this as a TV box launcher and keep developing on that niche. There are not nearly enough decent TV box launchers available. The one that Tronsmart uses is really good, but that's the only other one that I like. I didn't know what this was, but if people know its a TV box launcher they may be interested.

Launcher look fantastic,but link is broken.Please, fix it

Can we get a new link or a mirror please?

https://www.dropbox.com/s/0624shqztl3oxct/WeTekNewLauncher.rar?dl=0

Related

MySettings by JQ Soft

preaty neat app good work

A very nice looking app, for sure. You need to add compatibility with automatic brightness control though. Thanks.

Looks good will be checking it out!

I like it but i think i'll stick with Quick Settings from the market.
It's also free and doesnt have the 'please donate' banner on the top.
I used to have an iphone so i've been looking for an "sbsettings" equivalent for android, your app comes pretty close in that it is a grid with icons but it still lacks the ability to customize the order of the toggles. The Screen brightness toggle needs to have automatic on it somehow too. Last thing i would prefer is having a close button on the top left or right or something so we dont need to touch the physical 'back' buttons on our phones.
All in all this seems very promising, i'll check it out again after a few updates.

Part Four, in nearest time we try to add auto-brightness feature. Thanks for your feedback
PhantomRampage, thanks for your suggestions. We understand that there's Quick Settings in Market, but we need money for development. We think users will choose app that likes him. We think that Quick Settings is very cool app, but we don't like its UI, but there're more features now.

tum0rc0re said:
Part Four, in nearest time we try to add auto-brightness feature. Thanks for your feedback
PhantomRampage, thanks for your suggestions. We understand that there's Quick Settings in Market, but we need money for development. We think users will choose app that likes him. We think that Quick Settings is very cool app, but we don't like its UI, but there're more features now.
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Thanks! It's nice to have speedy access to my settings from the notification bar. The app I was using before, Toggle Settings, is too bloated and worked sooo slowly. This is a MUCH better app. Thanks again.

[APP][1.6+] App Dialer 3.0 [update: better ordering, auto hide keyboard]

Hey, it's me again. You may be using my apps like Mario Live Wallpaper, Video Live Wallpaper, or WiimoteController. This time I come with a completly free (early) Christmas present to you guys at xda-devs and all other users of my apps!
I present to you... App Dialer
App dialer is an app launcher that can be used to find installed apps and start them very quickly. Today's Android devices have a lot of memory that users often spend on apps and games. Some users have as much as 400 applications installed on their device and navigating a list of apps or swiping between screens and screens of app icons just to find one can take a lot of time.
App Dialer can be used to quickly filter a large list of apps down to just a few or even just one item in just a few seconds.
There are a few app launching apps out there but what sets App Dialer from the rest is the way app list is filtered. Instead of using an awkward on-screen QWERTY keyboard, App Dialer comes with a built-in numeric keyboard. You can just dial out apps' names just like you would dial a spellable phone number. Button 2 represents A, B or C, button 3 represents D, E or F, and so on. Want the Browser? Dial 2769737 (spelled "browser"). Want the Gallery? Dial 4255379 (spelled "gallery"). It is that easy!
Having a numeric keyboard means having big, easy to hit buttons that can be hit quickly and accurately with only one hand. The app list updates and shrinks as you dial so there is a great chance that you will not have to dial the complete name before the app is already going to appear on the top of the list. With some practice (you might already have years of practice writing SMS messages this way) you will be able to launch any app on your device in three seconds or less, regardless of how many apps you have installed.
App Dialer highlights:
easy to use
can be started by long-pressing the search button (if your device has it)
can be started via a notification icon
starts fast, can be made even faster by turning off icons
quick dial for up to 10 favorite apps
pin selected apps to the top of the list
donation-supported, but otherwise free and ad-free!
This app is completly free. However it is donation-supported like all of my other apps. If you find it useful, please consider donating.
Get it from the Market: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.ccpcreations.android.appdialer
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Or get it from here:

This app has a Frequently Asked Questions section. To prevent unnecessary copying and desynchronization of the text, I keep it on my website.
Here is the link to the FAQ:
http://android.ccpcreations.com/appdialer/appdialer-faq
Changelog:
3.0, published 2012-02-08
- added Order by importance, which improves ordering of hits
- added an option to auto hide the on-screen keyboard when interacting with the app list
2.0, published 2012-01-08
- added the long-press menu with options to see App properties and Android Market page of the app
- added Pin to top to the long-press menu
- added Exclude from auto close to the long-press menu
- added Filter to the app's main menu for managing pinned and excluded apps
- the notification icon now appears on device startup if enabled
- fixed an app-specific issue
1.0, published 2011-12-21
- initial version

this is a great idea! good job man

I've just made an update to this app. You can read all about it above. Changelog is in the second post.

Sorry about double posting, but I've just made another update. Details in the second post.

How is the importance order set? Does it keep a count of which app we choose more when we click them in app dialer? Great feature! It has really improved the speed and relevance of the result, I rarely use my app drawer thanks to this app
Sent from my HTC Desire Z using Tapatalk

Greate apps ,thanks
HTC Sense 3.5,Android 2.3.5

azrash said:
How is the importance order set? Does it keep a count of which app we choose more when we click them in app dialer? Great feature! It has really improved the speed and relevance of the result, I rarely use my app drawer thanks to this app
Sent from my HTC Desire Z using Tapatalk
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No, it's simpler than that. It is a combination of the alphabetical order and the position of the match (ie. the sooner the match is found in the app's name, the more important that app will be).

How can I make this the default app over the Google search box apk?. I move it to system and rename but still wants the long press to active the app.

[App][4.0+][v0.7b] Edge: Quick Actions - Discover the power of multitasking

Edge: Quick Actions
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Discover the power of multitasking with Edge: Quick Actions!
Access quick settings and toggles, switch between recent apps, all with a single touch.
Features:
• 8 customizable quick settings and toggles
• Show recently used apps
• Select favorite apps for quick access
• Open with one touch from left OR right edge of the screen
Pro features:
• Up to 19 settings and toggles
• Show up to 10 recent apps
• Unlimited favorite apps
• Open from left or right egdge of the screen
• Customizable colors and appearance
• Hide notification icon from status bar
Beta notice: This app is still in beta. Please report any bugs before leaving a rating.
Download:
Edge
End-user License Agreement:
This software application (“app”) is provided 'as-is', without any express or implied warranty, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The entire risk as to the quality and performance of the app is with you. In no event will the author be held liable for any damages or injuries arising from the use of this app. Should the app prove defective, you assume the cost of all necessary servicing, repair or correction.

Not compatible with the Xperia ZU?
Sent from my C6802 using Tapatalk 4

Interesting, thanks for noticing this. I haven't excluded Xperia ZU but for some reason it shows incompatible. I will look into this.

New version available: 0.4b:
- New: Favorite apps! Watch the video to learn more.
- New: Shortcut to open notifications shade
- New: Run in foreground - increased stability
- New: Hide notification icon (pro)
- Fix: Disappearing top/bottom shortcuts
- Fix: Exiting app on long standby

New version available: 0.4b
New version available: 0.4b:
- New: Favorite apps! Watch the video to learn more.
- New: Shortcut to open notifications shade
- New: Run in foreground - increased stability
- New: Hide notification icon (pro)
- Fix: Disappearing top/bottom shortcuts
- Fix: Exiting app on long standby

This is a very useful app! Using it right now, I'm considering buying it!
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I just bought your app, SVD it's awesome! One thing to maybe add in the future would be a fade away animation for activating and deactivating the menu. Other than that, excellent app!

Thanks! Glad you like it SVD?

I also get a YouTube FC when skipping music tracks. Thought that'd be worth mentioning.

Great app.
Over screen indicator would be nice. Like it is shown in the edge position setting (with more options like transparency, color, glow, pixel size).
And option to disable on landscape (or list of apps).

And limiting the width of the window would be nice too. On 10" in landscape it is to wide.

Great app, bought the pro-version after less than 5 min on the free version, however, I can't have both recent apps & favorites apps show at the same time :-/

Ishtakh said:
Great app, bought the pro-version after less than 5 min on the free version, however, I can't have both recent apps & favorites apps show at the same time :-/
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When you enable favorite apps, bottom row shows a star icon. Just slide your finger down to that button and favorite spps will show. Watch the video on the app page, it shows how to use favorite apps.

Phat7 said:
When you enable favorite apps, bottom row shows a star icon. Just slide your finger down to that button and favorite spps will show. Watch the video on the app page, it shows how to use favorite apps.
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Indeed ! Thank you very much, nothing else to say then ^^

The setting window is forced to portrait. Is this necessary?

Are you able to map this to a key, like the search button for example, instead of rocking the edge of the screen?
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda app-developers app

New version available: 0.5.2b
New version available: 0.5.2b:
- New: Added support for tablets
- New: Added TVDPI support
- New: Toggle airplane mode (beta; root required for Android 4.2.2+ )
- Fix: Recent apps not showing on some Android 4.3 devices
- Fix: Settings only open in portrait mode

nice app
thanx

I'm guessing that is a no
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billybag said:
Are you able to map this to a key, like the search button for example, instead of rocking the edge of the screen?
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda app-developers app
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I haven't thought of that feature, but it sounds like a good idea. Will explore more. Thanks!

I get this message sometimes, I just tap OK reenter Edge and it's gone. It happened me twice already.
Damn, forgot attachment : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUhCFUO3SXpeFhXVlNTQW1DOWc/edit?usp=sharing

[APP][4.0+]Swipes: App Launcher/Switcher

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Hello everyone. Swipes is my new app that replaces my old app Kakudo. I felt I should create a new thread because the app is 100% completely build from scratch and many of the features have been changed. As a thank you to everyone who supported Kakudo, if you had previously bought Kakudo Pro you get the entire complete unlock of Swipes for free. All you need to do is have Kakudo Pro installed on your device and Swipes will unlock for you.
Anyways here's what it does:
Swipes brings faster app switching and multitasking to Android. With Recent App Cards you can change between your recent apps with a single swipe from the edge of the screen faster than any other way. The Favorites drawer let's you add your favorite apps, toggles, actions, widgets, and shortcuts to have access to them anywhere and anytime while using your device. When upgraded you can create as many Favorite Lists as you please and with up to 8 different swipes you have easy access to all of them. With the Quick Launch feature you can add your most used app to have it 1 swipe away at anytime.
The free version includes access to the Left and Bottom Left Swipe areas for a total of 4 swipes. With a one time in-app purchase you can unlock the Right and Bottom Right Swipe areas for an additional 4 swipes. The free version also restricts favorite lists to Apps, Toggles, and Actions.
and why it's different:
Gives you 3 options for the side areas. Allows for multiple areas to be active at once. Multiple favorites lists. Faster app switching, instead of cycling through all your apps if you pass one you can go back and it's an easier motion to cycle through apps. Option to quick launch most used app. Recent App Cards look like they belong in android and not windows 8. Toggles indicate status.
I use this app everyday and the way I set it up is I have two favorite lists, one opens on the up swipe and the other opens on the down swipe. The regular swipe does recent apps cards. I mirror the functionality on the left and right swipe areas so no matter which hand I have my phone in, I don't have to reach across the screen with my thumb. One list contains the apps I use the most often including Chrome, Netflix, BubbleUPNP (for chromecasting), I put a brightness and toggle because I go in and out of the office frequently, I also put a direct call shortcut since I call work everyday when I am outside the office. My other favorite list has my morning routine apps in it so when I wake up I can quickly go through all the news and stuff.
Let me know how you end up using it and maybe I can add features to make it better.
Download here

Great Works. With both left and right bottom swipe area, plus diagonal side wide are the best upgrades from Kakudo!
I once experienced a crash (Swipes stopped) with the latest version of Dolphin Browser when doing diagonal wipe. But I cannot replicate the crash again so it could be a rare occurrence.
Highly Recommended!

It recently came to my attention that if you bought Kakudo Pro and download Swipes it may not work. I am working on fixing this but for now if you had previously bought Kakudo Pro you have to Uninstall it then install Swipes and open Swipes, then download Kakudo Pro and open Swipes. Everything works correctly if you do it this way. I am looking into why it might not work the other way.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using XDA Premium HD app

UPDATE:
With the release of Android 5.0 Lollipop the method used to access recent apps has be depreciated and no longer works. Because of this the recent apps option in swipes will not function on devices running android 5.0 or above. In the next update for swipes this feature will either be changed to open the stock recents window or hidden on devices running android 5.0 and above. I do not know when I will release the update as I am currently working on all of my apps to update them for Lollipop as well as a new app.
I will continue to look for other ways of continuing the functionality of the swipe for recents if not for everyone who uses Swipes but for me as I still find myself swiping from the side to switch back and forth between apps while using Android 5.0
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Premium HD app

Enabling Push Notifications on Oppo A77 (Australian version)

Hi Everyone,
I recently purchased an Oppo A77 (in Australia), and am very impressed by the cost of the phone and the excellent hardware (Octa-core processor, 4 Gigs of RAM, and 64 Gigs of Storage - all for AU$350, or AU$300 on special!!!).
It has taken me some time to get used to ColorOS, which is Oppo's UI for Android. Make no mistakes an Android purist will struggle with this OS because it has clearly been designed to mimic the iPhone!
Once I got my head around the fact that there is no traditional Android menu and that all App icons must live on the home screen (just like on iPhone) I began to enjoy using ColorOS.
However there are at least two functional issues which I have noted with my A77, and the most glaring of these is the fact that it does not do Push notifications by default for almost all apps.
To make things interesting there are four individual settings, in four different locations, which must all be set correctly for Push notifications to work!
Section 1 - Add Apps to Startup
In order to save battery the A77 only starts what it sees as essential Apps.
As a result the first step in our process is to enable Apps at startup for which we wish to receive Push notifications.
a). Open the Security App (looks like a 'shield with a tick inside' on my A77)
b). Click on Privacy Permissions
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c). Click on Startup Manager
d). Enable Apps which you want to startup with the phone (e.g.: Yandex Mail)
Section 2 - Enable Apps for Priority Notification
a). Open the Settings App (looks just like the one on an iPhone!)
b). Select App Management
c). Select All
d). Select an App of interest (e.g.: Yandex Mail)
e). Select Notification Manager
f). Enable Priority Notification
Note: You may also (optionally) want to enable 'Notification Light Flashing' to make it easier to see when a new message is present (should you not hear the phone)
Section 3 - Stop Apps Optimization
a). Open the Settings App
b). Select Battery
c). Select Energy Saver
d). Select the App of interest (e.g.: Yandex Mail)
e). Turn off Freeze when in Background
Section 4 - Lock Apps in Background
a). Start an App of interest (e.g.: Yandex Mail)
b). Press the Home button (to clear the screen)
c). Press the Recent Apps button (square button to the left of the Home button)
d). Lock App (of interest) by dragging down on it
The lock icon can be a little hard to see due to its size and transparency. Furthermore only one icon exists and it looks like an unlocked padlock. Make no mistake the unlocked padlock icon actually indicates that the App is now locked. Whereas the absence of a padlock icon indicates that the App is not locked!
At times the Security App may ask you to 'Optimize' your phone! Ignore alerts of this type as the phone is essentially asking you if you want to stop certain Apps from running at Startup; these will be the Apps that you have deliberately decided to start!!!
Following the instructions above will result in the Apps of your choice running at all times, and this does consume additional RAM, however with 4 Gigs of RAM to begin with I have not found this to be a concern. Furthermore additional battery consumption will occur, however in my experience the extra consumption is negligible.
Additional Apps which I have enabled at Startup are Carsales, Dropbox, Find My Device, Outlook, Roomster, Yandex.Mail and Yandex.Disk. Under normal operating conditions I usually have in excess of 1.5 to 2 Gigs of RAM spare despite having these Apps running.
Kind Regards,
Davo

Thank you!
Thank you so much! I purchased an OPPO r11s plust and not receiving e-mail notifications was driving me crazy.

Hi, i am user of OPPO F7 and i don't have startup setting rest all i applied but still no notification

Legend.
Absolute legend, thanks heaps.
Found myself in the same situation after the death of my Sony Xperia, and had tried everything but my alarm app and a couple of others kept getting force-closed and/or failing to show notifications after going to the background no matter what. That final tip for dragging down to lock an app in the app manager was the thing that did it, worked a charm. :good:

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welcome