"Use the Android 2.3 Gingerbread Launcher on your Froyo device" - G2 and Desire Z Themes and Apps

Found this article and thought it was worth sharing since I didn't see a thread posted for it yet... under HTC Vision: G2 > G2 Themes and AppsArrow
for those to lazy to click the link:
"by Lee Mathews on December 8, 2010 at 09:30 AM
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While you may not want to hack your Froyo smartphone to install the semi-wonky Gingerbread keyboard, there's a much more tame mod you can now download directly from the Android Market. MoDaCo's Paul O'Brien -- who did a stint here at Download Squad -- has released the Gingerbread Launcher.
It's a snap to install; just grab the Launcher from the Market (the QR code is after the break), install it, and then tap your home button. You can then choose to make the Gingerbread Launcher the default action.
Paul says the Launcher is "kinda obese," but promises to trim it down to size in a future update. If you've got a little room to spare on your device, go ahead and load it up. So far on my HTC Incredible it's been bug free and looks pretty darn snazzy. "​
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Article Source: http://downloadsquad.switched.com/2...-3-gingerbread-launcher-on-your-froyo-device/

It does look pretty nice...I'm running it right now, but still trying to figure it out....It's not Launcher Pro though!

hmmm, not a huge difference really, the icons are a little snazzier but I don't like the app drawer as much, seems a little sluggish compared to the stock 2.2.

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[Barebone] CyanogenMod6.1-Minimum-System 10-10-2010

Now NEOPEEK decided to create a fully working minimum system for you which I call Barebone. It's based on CM6.1 Nightly of 9th October. I had to exclude some apps to get it to a stage where it is releasable.
What's exluded:
•Browser
•GenieWidget
•Gmail
•Camera
•Voicesearch
•This & That...
What you get:
A ultrafast & speedy CyanogenMod 6.1 with fully working Market. I would say this is also the fastest CyanogenMod-Port which I released until now.
Notice:
If you need a Browser then move to the Market and grab Opera Mini. It works like a charm on this release and is very fast compared to the stock froyo browser! I couldn't get any other browser to work so don't waste your time. Simply go to Market and install Opera Mini!!! Don't try to integrate / reput Gmail and stock Browser into this Build. It won't work and I please you to not post comments like "Browser is missing" or "I tried to install stock Browser.apkor Gmail.apk etc...".
As mentioned above I am still working on a full CM6.1 release so you have to be patient if you are looking for that. Nevertheless especially HTC Diamond users should be fully satisfied with this Barebone release due to the fact that it is fast. You get a Barebone and have the Market also included to build your own system from scratch.
Keep in mind to not play around with stock Browser and Gmail. Therefore if you urgently need Gmail-App you should go with CM6.0.
Screenshot:
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(without overclock, it is really that good! try it out and report! -chann)
You will have to open up all apps once and then reboot your device to get the full performance out of this release!!
Please update your signature! It's always hard to find out which device / smartphone you use and which kernel(s) you are referring to
DOWNLOAD:
http://www.neopeek.com/en/forum/Android-ROMs/1553-Barebone-CyanogenMod61-Minimum-System-10-10-2010

Need some help making a nice looking screen

Ok Im pretty good a flashing roms, good at manuvering through the root of my phone. Ive been messing with probably every rom out for the EVO, but ive yet to figure out how some people make theyre screens look awsome. Im wanting to know if I post a screenshot from a thread on here if someone would walk me throught how to make it look like the supplied pic? Im more than willing to supply my Instant messenger addy Thanks
Theres alot of different ways to customize your homescreen and drawer,theres apps like ADW,Go,launcher pro and themes that are made for your specific rom,hence,my homescreen,courtesy of T-Mobiles theme chooser and Fancy widgets,i also moved a few icons from my drawer to my rosie and added world clock widget.Changed the font with system root tools.
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here is a link to what i want my screen to resemble. It looks easy enough. ut not sure where to start. thanks again
http://justreveal.blogspot.com/2011/11/recaliberated-screen.html
That looks like a GO Launcher theme.Check out go launcher and the themes,you might find what your looking for. Go Launcher EX It has a bunch of themes.
All the information that you need is right on that screen.
And the rom us miui.
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Yah, or ADW or LP with a custom DOCK, Desktop Widgets, for the widgets...
I am a Noob, but I found LCD Density on the Market, I run mine at 183 on the EVO with Myn's Warm 2.2 RLS 5. It tweaks your resolution. So no matter what you put on your screen, it makes it sharp.

Anyone know why this wouldn't work on ICS?

Blogging site Xanga just released an app and it's not accessible for anything running 3.0+. As soon as I open the app, I get this.
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Is there any way of "tricking" the app into thinking I'm running 2.3 or something? I've spoken to the developer and he said they only had 2.3 devices to test with so until they get something newer, they aren't looking into it. Any thoughts?
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Tell them to download 4.0 simulator... crazy replied from the developer
I told them to root their phones and install an ICS rom.
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I've found that most developers are pretty good with updating their apps for new versions. Right before the Galaxy Nexus came out I remember my phone/tablet grabbing tons of updates, and usually the update notes would say "Android 4.0 compatibility added".
But there are some developers who have either abandoned their apps completely, or just don't see the need to invest in keeping their apps updated and in tip-top shape. It's a shame, because I feel a lot of them are primarily interested in iOS, and ported their stuff over because of the demand for Android versions, but then don't really think investing their time into the Android version is worth their while.
All a part of the ecosystem I guess. Good thing about Android is that if an app isn't coded to work properly or gets abandoned, there are usually quite a few alternatives.

[APP] Everything.me Launcher (Even I like this launcher)

As most of you know I'm a minimalist but I have to say that even I like this launcher. I've been playing with it for hours straight and really like it. This is the closest I found to having you phone serve you vs installing 100+ apps for every little thing and finding you need yet another app.
Is it perfect? No. Is it gee-whiz animations and transitions pretty? No. Imagine if FB Home was the entire freakin' Universe Home. Play store rating of 4.4 and 10,000 - 50,000 so far.
Everything.me Launcher write up on AP
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Looks interesting. I'll give it a whirl.
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I was looking at this before, lets give it spin.
Lrod's Optimus G
I can't wait to see more customization or personal features...This is rockin' for a Beta...and I never saw it...Thanks
Will be trying this, thanks!
Definitely sold me by putting Walt White on the Wallpaper (you just got alliterated!)
Edit: an interesting blurb from the link you provided
"Last November, Mozilla announced plans to integrate the launcher into its Firefox OS interface with hopes that it will help to distinguish the platform from other mobile operating systems."
Hi guys, we plan on adding more cool features- some are customization related.
We try to focus on performance and functionality first, though.
Cool
Glad I stumbled on this thread, just started using this launcher and I really, really like it. Thanks! Lol my first post and a member since January 2011, I guess I must like your launcher
I saw this a while back. How useful is it though if you don't have or wanna pay for on-the-go data?

[BootAnimation] Cupcake to KitKat for Galaxy Nexus

I made an Android boot animation fading in & out through all the pics from android developers / kitkat.
So Cupcake to KitKat, I love KitKats...
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(gif cuts off last two but I assure you there in the zips below)
Place-able:
http://goo.gl/df85sK
Flash-able:
http://goo.gl/wrucFN
(Both confirmed & image quality's good)
-- Thanks to all who tested and halp'd one another on my Google Plus page --
I'll be makin' moar on my Gplus (in my sig) and probably put them in Xda > Android > General or Theme
#Warning: You shouldn't need warnings by now - but I'm not liable if someone actually finds a way to screw up their device with a bootAnimation
:victory:
Yup,can confirm black screen.
You should learn how to resize pictures with out completely screwing up the aspect ratio on them. Every one of those images is horizontally deformed.
"I'm sure I'll edit and such" reads OP
It's my fun work in progress. If you don't like it, don't use it. (Continues to update OP)
[EDIT] Perfect now...
Just trying to help you make it look better
GldRush98 said:
Just trying to help you make it look better
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's kew. Honestly, I shared that I was making one on plus, and after 100+ pluses and a ton of comments, I wanted to produce a working version for everyone and "perfect" in time.
[EDIT] Perfect now...
Nice concept
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