I really don't get what the fuss is about this theme, ok so credit should be given where it's due I'm not arguing, but surely all that's required in this instance is "here's my theme - parts are borrowed from here and here, what do you think?" is sufficient.
It's ridiculous that we even feel the need to debate this, someone went out and built a theme they liked, and decided they would share it with the rest of us, something they did not need to do! Instead of saying thanks, we've shut down a thread because it wasn't precise enough about where it's components were found!
Regarding this theme, i love it, i think it almost perfectly combines the best parts of other themes and apart from the splash screen which i rarely see, makes my phone look great. I can't ask the developer to improve the theme now though thanks to a debate about a couple of icons! fantastic!
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I really don't get what the fuss is about this theme, ok so credit should be given where it's due I'm not arguing, but surely all that's required in this instance is "here's my theme - parts are borrowed from here and here, what do you think?" is sufficient.
It's ridiculous that we even feel the need to debate this, someone went out and built a theme they liked, and decided they would share it with the rest of us, something they did not need to do! Instead of saying thanks, we've shut down a thread because it wasn't precise enough about where it's components were found!
Regarding this theme, i love it, i think it almost perfectly combines the best parts of other themes and apart from the splash screen which i rarely see, makes my phone look great. I can't ask the developer to improve the theme now though thanks to a debate about a couple of icons! fantastic!
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thanks faith..
it is clearly ridiculous..but i cant do anything..
HYBRID has in no way stop at all...this is just a set back..
i want my thread back....my original thread..
i am not going to make a new 1 cuz there no neeed..
to everybody that has MY HYBID THEME...or not
please post ur comments and give ur opinion about this whole situation...
and tell the admin/moderators u want my thread re opened....
please help me..
thats all i ask in return...
VIVA LA RESISTANCE!!!!!!!!!! hahah lol
i agree...the thread should be re opened because there is nothing wrong with his theme or how it was created. if you close his then you should close alot others because i know of 3 themes that share the EXACT same clock as the hybrid theme and a few icons and i dont see any reference to whee there clock and icons came from on there thread. everyone is not gonna have a completely different theme, clock, and set of icons. so IMO as long as he acknowledges that he made his theme from a combination of others i feel it is sufficient because whose to sat who FIRST created the black transparant clock that 3THEMES share and icons. as long as he is not saying he created the whole theme from scratch and taking all the cedit then whats the problem? nobody is payin for these themes so its not like he's getting anything from it besides happy hackers who love his work!
If you are referring to the black carbon fiber clock, the actual clock was posted by brandenk in a thread where he gave permission for anyone to use it.
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If you are referring to the black carbon fiber clock, the actual clock was posted by brandenk in a thread where he gave permission for anyone to use it.
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Ok, but there are still a number of themes that share some the same icons and dont give credit to one another.
I do feel that shutting the thread down is the wrong decision...if that is the case, then I want the "Post ONLY your G1 Wallpapers here!" threat shut down...I know for a fact, that there is a Guinness wallpaper on there that I created and uploaded to g1wallz.com that is posted under someone elses name and no credit is given to me. I never really b!tched about it because I dont really care (I posted it on the www afterall, if it was that important to me I would have just kept it to myself)...but if we are going to get picky about giving recognition and asking for permissions then...
Some examples may be helpful, some of us have gotten icons from each other and some from deviantartbut I know the staff doesn't have time to go through every theme that shares something so examples may be needed
Ok here's a simple solution to give credit to all that's do credit.
Disclaimer=
*** I appreciate the hard work and have used icons/images from various sources.. for your hard work I appreciate it and you work lives on in insert theme name here. I wish I can recall all the names of the original makers but I can't as I have scoured the internet and other sources and can't recollect them. If 1 of your images is posted here that should not have been redistributed or used please feel free to contact Theme maker name here and we will work on resolving the issue.
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The above should quickly cover your own @ss and give credit and thus stopping the fighting.
Now how many people have used google to search an item to recreate? not all are graphic masters and not all while trying to develop something remembers their sources.
I personally thank all theme makers and others for their hard work!!!
ANYONE ANYWHERE MAY USE ANY AND ALL COMPONENTS OF MY THEMES WITH OR WITHOUT ANY REFERENCE TO ME OR THOSE THAT HELP ME
With that said, I am here to help and learn. We are what make this phone awesome, not Google, not HTC, not T-mobile, and not any 1 person. I am truly honored anytime you guys use my components in your own themes, if I didnt I would not bother to make them.
If you guys cant understand that imitation is the highest form of flattery all I can say is go watch Star Trek, I learned this lesson from Data on TNG years ago and it has served me very well. Granted, i love it when you guys mention my name if you use my clock but Im not going to be offended if you dont. Especially since the clock wasnt "my idea". Im sure there are a million people out there that could argue they created something very similar way before me, and to them all I have to say is thank you for the great idea and I hope you appreciate my hard work to take your "idea" to the next level.
My ideal scenario would be everyone taking bits and pieces from themes they like and compiling them into a theme that is perfect for them.
Do you know how many of them probably got their icons from the same source? I know some of the themes were yes, obviously borrowed icons, but others were just coincidence. The whole point of open source is that anyone, can take anything anyone makes, change some ****, and create something totally new. Yes, they SHOULD provide credit, but its not key.
Simply put, if you don't want people to use your ideas, do NOT post them. Simple as that. Any moderator that finds the need to close a thread for that purpose is just, well lack for a better word, dumb.
Now to the theme makers directly, I thank them for all the work they put into the themes, it is a lot of work. However they aren't doing it for us, its for them. I wouldn't create a theme based on what everyone else will want, I'd make one that I like, I enjoy, then later post it here to allow others to use it.
So everyone, stop *****ing, stop complaining, and just enjoy what everyone has to offer.
I used that very same clock in my theme and I credited brandenk for it, what tootall4la is doing is wrong. Some people put allot of work into creating these themes, the least he could do is say thanks to brandenk for his clock and what not. Also, I think he got a complete lack of respect for others. Here's a quote when someone suggested he give credit to other people for using their work to create his "Frankenstein"
its a nice suggestion but will not be taken because..
i already gave credit to those ppl!!!!!!!!!!..
i am claming my theme.. im not claming anything else...
like i explained to jdwme..
and thats where my frankenstein title comes from because i use all these parts to make a new theme(a.k.a frankenstein) a new breed the HYBRID...
just call me creative.. no one else though of doing this.. to not dissapoint other theme makers..why should i ask for permission???haha..well im just doing what i think would be a great looking theme and so far ppl do think it is...so suck it lol.
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I know he never credited me for the resources he used,
Hybrid Version 1.5 RELEASE(JFv 1.41 Compatible)
Improvements:
1.Metal Sheet Status bar...
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which is just the brushed metal I created for my Macdroid theme and there's plenty of other stuff he used and never gave a thanks for it. I'm not trying to be a jerk but it is common courtesy to give a thanks.
Open the thread most of the themes contain parts of other themes,I know cause I can see my work all over but that does not matter. Hey guys I also say anything I have done as far as themes can be used with out giving me credit or permission if you want to give credit that would be better but its cool with me either way.
Its not like google or T-Mobile even gave permission to do this lol....I love forum.
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Its not like google or T-Mobile even gave permission to do this lol....I love forum.
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Oh Noes! You mean Mr. T. Mobile himself didnt give you permission to do this?!?! Thats it, im burning my phone and calling the cops on all of your guys!
Well they gave me permission but hey that's me LMAO!!!! Hey an stop calling me I'm off duty.
Theme Police are watcing I need better sun glasses.
Well....this is indeed a touchy subject. I Believe the thread should be reopened as well but.....I agree with Geo411. There does seem to be a lack of respect for other authors. There are authors on here such as Manup and Brandek that do not care, but that does not go for everyone. I for one dont really care for my own theme, but I love and respect all who have contributed to the community and wish that we do give credit to others that worked so hard and actually wanted to be recognized for it. It really does not take that much time to type out a few lines of recognition....Reopen the thread once recognition has been given.
its a nice suggestion but will not be taken because..
i already gave credit to those ppl!!!!!!!!!!..
i am claming my theme.. im not claming anything else...
like i explained to jdwme..
and thats where my frankenstein title comes from because i use all these parts to make a new theme(a.k.a frankenstein) a new breed the HYBRID...
just call me creative.. no one else though of doing this.. to not dissapoint other theme makers..why should i ask for permission???haha..well im just doing what i think would be a great looking theme and so far ppl do think it is...so suck it lol.
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Unless his attitude changes tootall4la will keep hitting a brick wall.
G1 is a fine line with "crediting" sources, since it is open-source.
Although, common courtesy of a thank you to all, is humane, a nice juster.
As for tootall4la's thread to reopen, noticing most theme makers dont mind whether they get credit or not, tootall4la should figure out who he should thank and PM him or them and work it out.
My opinion on this matter doesnt mean a thing. Since im not the mod who closed the thread, i wont be the mod to reopen it without assurance from all, that it's ok to reopen it.
RedCastle said:
Ok here's a simple solution to give credit to all that's do credit.
Disclaimer=
*** I appreciate the hard work and have used icons/images from various sources.. for your hard work I appreciate it and you work lives on in insert theme name here. I wish I can recall all the names of the original makers but I can't as I have scoured the internet and other sources and can't recollect them. If 1 of your images is posted here that should not have been redistributed or used please feel free to contact Theme maker name here and we will work on resolving the issue.
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Very Well Put... This Would Really Help Solve All This Madness. and i noticed they shut down the thread but i havent seen ONE post supporting keeping the thread closed which should make a point to the moderators that just because ONE person may have a problem, what ablout the rest of the people on the forums who IMO majority doesn't have a problem and wants the thread re opened.
Agreed, and it is personal taste. As a rule of thumb I think communities like this function more on sharing than owning content so if you want to own your content this community probably isnt the place for you. That said, I would like to encourage the sharing aspect of the community and remember, even tho I dont mind anyone using my components, when I get a thank you it goes a long way. Sometimes its a simple "ty" other times its someone buying me a beer, either way the more I get from you guys for my hard work the more willing I am to bust my balls trying to improve things for you guys.
What goes around comes around.
One Q; if the site really cared if we got credit then why is there no thank you button which would solve the problem. When you drop your theme you can be thanked and get your credit automatic.
Anyway a theme section is what's really needed not people fighting about themes who's icons belong to another designer,does anybody ask them permission?
Keep the piece guys it not that serious I would take what ever part of the theme that the other person is complaining about. Tell me what it is and ill make one for you,but I hope this is not going to be your only theme. I want to see some more work after this original.
Hey I also don't mind if people use/improve my theme, what I'm referring to was the improper etiquette used. Here's a PM from a user on the forum asking if he can improve upon my theme. This is proper etiquette.
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Sistum Id said:
I am requesting permission to edit and alter your MacDroid v2.2 1.41 theme for the G1. I will be making the aluminum darker (more black), and maybe changing a few icons.
If you want when I'm done I can forward it to you or host it myself and give you credit or never release it publicly.
Mike
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I tried making the brushed metal darker and it doesn't look right. It blended in to much with the rest of the menu icons and made thing harder to see. Well give it a shot perhaps you can make it look better than I did.
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I know what you mean. I tried different ways with photoshop to just change yours and make it darker but it doesnt come out right at all. It looks more bluish gray if anything.
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As a rule of thumb I think communities like this function more on sharing than owning content so if you want to own your content this community probably isnt the place for you.
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I agree with this, if it wasn't for JF finding loopholes to root or Stericson for sharing what he discovered we about theming, we wouldn't be here modding our phones in the first place.
This is my first Christian Theme on XDA so i need a disclaimer:
I am not pushing any beliefs on anyone here...
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Respect each others opinions and DO NOT post heated speeches/arguments here against ANY religion...
Each person has a right to believe in what they want and this is NOT the place for heated discussions about peoples Faith or Religion or even if they choose not to believe at all! That is their RIGHT! and im not here to take away anyone's rights!
I say this because some people cant accept the fact that others believe something else besides them and I have seen many heated arguments about religion and if you do that in this post...
IT WILL GET LOCKED AND/OR DELETED!
Did i make that clear enough for everyone? ok on to the download... lol
Blood Red - cm-4.1.10 Only!
it looks better on the phone, this screenshot does not do it justice lol
Download:
http://www.mediafire.com/?lzzbj5jzgjd
it is one of my "Simple" brand themes
I take no responsibility for anything that may happen to your phone during any part of YOU flashing this
thanks for it! Looks good. Might have to try it out when i get on 4.1.10. Good job! And man, you seem to just crank out those themes, huh?! lol
my religious preferences aside (yes, i agree with your disclaimer)
this theme looks great. thank you for another great contribution.
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Thank you, thank you, thanks you, thankyou, thanx, thanx!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I been asking and waiting since the g1 came out!!!!!! Now if we can get a lil more flavor and some detail I can rock it on the phone!
Thanks a lot, RandumAccess
It's rather ugly, I think. Very solid color, very little in the way of artistry or design.
Cool
Do you think you can get this for 4.1.11.1? I would love to have that on mine and my wives phone. Thanks also for the no knocking religion. Appreciate that. Pleaqse quit smoking. It killed my Mom at 42 and my wives Dad is on oxygen.No one needs that greive. Thanks.
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This is my first Christian Theme on XDA so i need a disclaimer:
I am not pushing any beliefs on anyone here...
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Respect each others opinions and DO NOT post heated speeches/arguments here against ANY religion...
Each person has a right to believe in what they want and this is NOT the place for heated discussions about peoples Faith or Religion or even if they choose not to believe at all! That is their RIGHT! and im not here to take away anyone's rights!
I say this because some people cant accept the fact that others believe something else besides them and I have seen many heated arguments about religion and if you do that in this post...
IT WILL GET LOCKED AND/OR DELETED!
Did i make that clear enough for everyone? ok on to the download... lol
Blood Red - cm-4.1.10 Only!
it looks better on the phone, this screenshot does not do it justice lol
Download:
http://www.mediafire.com/?lzzbj5jzgjd
it is one of my "Simple" brand themes
I take no responsibility for anything that may happen to your phone during any part of YOU flashing this
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It's rather ugly, I think. Very solid color, very little in the way of artistry or design.
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I have to agree. The theme is far too monotone.
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I have to agree. The theme is far too monotone.
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yeah I have to agree also
This was done during a Themers Block... its kinda like writers block but for themes lol
Hello Admin/s,
Am I wrong or did you still not add a proper favicon to the site?
I still see the "V" for vBulletin?
I'd be great to have a proper favicon in my bookmarks since I always remove the title of the bookmarks to get more space for other sites.
It's simply adding a favicon.ico via ftp :\
Thanks!
This should be fixed now. Thanks for the suggestion and sorry it took so long!
I don't want to be unpleasant, but maybe you could organize a competition for the design of the favicon ?
I don't want to say that this one is not beautiful D), but it is a bit simple, and not totally transparent on the X border
Hate to say this but I agree with Kiiv... it does look a tad unprofessional.
Dave
Ok ok.. You guys aren't the only one to say it. I will take it down for now and get someone better to design it.
Oh wow.. and I didn't even see it
woot! this one looks good! Thanks
I know this has probably been posted a million times but being a web developer myself i would like to make sure and give props to whoever created the new layout. Love the look, feel, and the random improvements along the way. I always thought the old style was really bland, but the new layout is absolutely one of my top favorite forum layouts. I'll probably be on here more just because of how much eye candy there is now
A+ keep up the good work.
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I know this has probably been posted a million times but being a web developer myself i would like to make sure and give props to whoever created the new layout. Love the look, feel, and the random improvements along the way. I always thought the old style was really bland, but the new layout is absolutely one of my top favorite forum layouts. I'll probably be on here more just because of how much eye candy there is now
A+ keep up the good work.
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We have a new look? This brown and orange things getting old on me, time for a new one me thinks .
I'm sure the admins and designers and all involved are pleased with their work...
And, if you do find any problems, you can report them here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=699359
Dave
Hi guys! I have spent many hours trying to find the nicest wallpapers. However, even if a wallpaper looked good, it didnt always necessarily look nice once set as wallpaper on the ONE X. So here i am trying to get as many wallpapers that are pleasing to the eye once set.
Before posting there is just one rule i want to add to this thread.
-the wallpaper you used must have at least been used by you once... only post if you've actually used it before.
The reason being,at least in my experience is just because a wallpaper looks good, doesn't necessarily mean it will look nice once applied.
Here, my ALL-TIME favorite.Coco-beans ..This IMO is beautiful, apply it and check for yourself, the colors are awesome. When i first used it i really had it on for quite some time, but as time goes by you want something new:
The one of the beach is also nice
I can't download the beans or share my screenshot, is that cos I'm still limited being a newbie or doing something wrong?
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I can't download the beans or share my screenshot, is that cos I'm still limited being a newbie or doing something wrong?
Sent from my HTC One X using Xparent Blue Tapatalk 2
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Not sure to be honest, sounds like a possibility though? But as far as i am aware you don't even have to be registered xda member to download files so i don't get it. . .
try this: https://www.dropbox.com/s/lefpzf5pxhikc0f/Coco Beans_24 (1).jpg
Gives me the option to save via tapatalk, but nothing is on the sd card and I can't see the pic in that reply either?
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some of my favorite wallpapers
Injoy
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Few More Favs:
i have used all these i am posting, they look nice
is this thread dead? lol..
any one else posting wallpapers? :laugh:
yes, beacuse of your HUGe signature ;> cut it off by half man!
Im a big fan of Celestial Bodies LiveWallpaper from the play store. Looks epic and only uses 1% battery per day! https://play.google.com/store/apps/...tYW5kcm9pZC5hbmRyb2lkLkNlbGVzdGlhbEJvZGllcyJd links to the paid version but theres a free lite one with a load of settings disabled.
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yes, beacuse of your HUGe signature ;> cut it off by half man!
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No. Do the Rules say that then>? NO..
If you have no real input to this thread dont make unusefull posts.
Might have to go biGGER NOW
is my text to big for you?
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No. Do the Rules say that then>? NO..
If you have no real input to this thread dont make unusefull posts.
Might have to go biGGER NOW
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You know, I'm paying traffic data just to know that you have an OK download Speed, and a ****ty upload.
If you have a little bit of respect for us, you would cut your sig... not too much trouble, isnt?
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some of my favorite wallpapers
Injoy
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A bit crappy resolution for a 720p screen. But nice pictures
shadehh said:
Hi guys! I have spent many hours trying to find the nicest wallpapers. However, even if a wallpaper looked good, it didnt always necessarily look nice once set as wallpaper on the ONE X. So here i am trying to get as many wallpapers that are pleasing to the eye once set.
Before posting there is just one rule i want to add to this thread.
-the wallpaper you used must have at least been used by you once... only post if you've actually used it before.
The reason being,at least in my experience is just because a wallpaper looks good, doesn't necessarily mean it will look nice once applied.
Here, my ALL-TIME favorite.Coco-beans ..This IMO is beautiful, apply it and check for yourself, the colors are awesome. When i first used it i really had it on for quite some time, but as time goes by you want something new:
The one of the beach is also nice
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thanks for the share!Ü
and i thought this thread is completely dead. Haha! Hope to see more posts soon, cause i can't believe the main wallpaper i keep bouncing back to is coco beans, it's just so pretty in so many ways. I'ma bout to try a few pictures from the post on the first page though.