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[Q] Ocean waves live wallpaper

I'm interested in getting the Ocean waves live wallpaper on my Galaxy S2, the one that Samsung Galaxy S originally had by default. Found it on the market, but it doesn't work. It crashes before loading when i try to select it. Is there anyone that has a working version or can anyone report that it works on their Galaxy S2 ? Thanks

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Need this beautiful wallpaper !

Sp1tfire said:
I'm interested in getting the Ocean waves live wallpaper on my Galaxy S2, the one that Samsung Galaxy S originally had by default. Found it on the market, but it doesn't work. It crashes before loading when i try to select it. Is there anyone that has a working version or can anyone report that it works on their Galaxy S2 ? Thanks
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I'm suffering the same problem as well. I contacted the samsung apps, but no one replies.

that wallpaper is really amazing
help please
some dev can port it,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

yes the ace users also want this live wallpaper .... so we r with u

+1. Me too !

I have an evo shift, and I loved this wallpaper as well when I had android 2.2. Unfortunately, when I upgraded to 2.3.3 it stopped working, same force close error. I read somewhere else that this is because the libraries that this wallpaper uses are incompatible with android 2.3.... Also, because I am not a developer and know nothing about programming these things, I have no idea what that means or how to fix it. I'm hoping that somebody can get this wallpaper working on 2.3 soon, because it is beautiful and I would love to be able to use it again.

Great substitute for Ovean Waves live wallpaper
Since I haven't been able to find a working version either, I came up with a substitute.
Install Touch Ripples from app market. Be sure to get the paid app so you can change the background picture.
Set ocean waves.jpg (attached) as background within the wallpaper app. Move the size sliders (at top) all the way to the right for the best picture.
You'll want to play with the settings to get the ripples just right. At least we can have a look-a-like until samsung updates the wallpaper app.

+1 for ocean waves
This is the best live wallpaper

It rocks very very nice wallpaper, thanks!

I miss all of the SGS wallpapers. This, Aurora and Blue Sea
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This and Beach live too!!!

I miss those wallpapers too!

Ive loved the Samsung LWP since the original Galaxy S...essentially the issue with many of these ported Samsung LWP is that they do not work at all on 2.3 and will only work with 2.2. I have tried several ways to try to install them however as far as I know looking at other threads regarding to these LWP is that the Samsung LWP was relatively integrated into their framework, in part with TouchWiz, therefore cannot be ported easily. HTC Sense is also relatively the same with only one that I know of which works perfect with 2.3 but requires relative changes to the root of the phone (does not work on Samsung but worked on all other HTCs). All the others FC unfortunately.

Koi free live wallpaper is equally good and its free.
Nice water effect.
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Does anybody get work these live wallpapers on ics or jb?
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Hello Guys,
This can be worked in ODEXED build roms only. The name of Wallpaper is "Secretwallpaper1.apk" with a odex file(I have renamed to .txt, please rename to .odex extn). Find the attached file & push both files in /System/app with rights of -rw-r--r--. then reboot.
If anyone can Deodexed the apk then it will be wonderful.
Hope it will work.

Tablet Apps (Feel free to list your own.)

I'm sure there's a couple other threads for this, but I thought one in the AT100/ Thrive section would be neat.
I will also keep adding to this original post.
9th August, added VPlayer, CNN, AccuWeather and Astro File Manager.
SOCIAL/NEWS
CNN
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.cnn.mobile.android.tablet&feature=search_result
(Has a very nice UI but has been reported to have occasional force closes.)
Friend Me for Facebook
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.locomolabs.facebook&feature=search_result
TweetComb for Twitter
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.chriswstewart.twitter&feature=more_from_developer
Pulse News
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.alphonso.pulse&feature=search_result
(Has a tablet version.)
Skype
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.skype.raider&feature=search_result
PRODUCTIVITY
Astro File Manager
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.metago.astro&feature=search_result
(Isn't particularly optimized but it works very well and can unzip and open zip files.)
ClipIT
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.smartandroidapps.clipper&feature=search_result
(Very nice clipboard manager.)
Evernote
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.evernote&feature=related_apps
(Popular notes app with syncing options to your pc.)
Swipe Pad
https://market.android.com/details?id=mobi.conduction.swipepad.android&feature=search_result
and
https://market.android.com/details?...ddons.applauncher&feature=more_from_developer
(I like to use this since in AU we only have 3.0.1, thus the 'app switcher' thing isn't scrollable.)
Wizz Bar
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.snowbee.wizzbar&feature=more_from_developer
(Something like Slide Pad but a little more optimized for Honeycomb.)
Hacker's Keyboard
https://market.android.com/details?id=org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard&feature=search_result
(Very desktop-ish keyboard, key's are slightly smaller than default.)
Better Keyboard
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.betterandroid.betterkeyboard8&feature=search_result
(Keyboard than recently got an update for tablet's, height can be changed, wealth of themes on the market. Note you must pay for the full version.)
WIDGETS
The Obelisk
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.clevergnome.fbtabletwidget
(A facebook widget, similar to the stock Youtube and Market widget.)
Wizz Widget
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.snowbee.colorize.hd&feature=also_installed
(Wealth of widgets, all in the same theme.)
MEDIA
VPlayer
https://market.android.com/details?id=me.abitno.vplayer.t&feature=search_result
(Awesome video player, it supports srt subtitles and can play 720p videos. Even off your sd card.)
Hive Player
https://market.android.com/details?id=falletta.hive.player&feature=search_result
(Music Player with widgets in a Honeycomb theme.)
WEB
AccuWeather
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.accuweather.android.tablet&feature=search_result
(Real nice UI with weather for the background, I personally like to preload a forecast before I go out.)
Maxthon Mobile for 10" Tablets
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mx.browser.tablet&feature=search_result
Dolphin Browser for Pad
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dolphin.browser.pad
(It's still in beta but it has a couple features the stock browser doesn't have.)
THEMING
Destop VisualizeR
https://market.android.com/details?id=jp.co.bii.android.app.dskvzr&feature=search_result
(Neat for making your icons nice and big.)
VTL Launcher
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1046302
(It's like ADW 'cept much more smooth on a tablet though some users have had boot loop issues.)
There's many games as well such as the THD game's like Fruit Ninja THD, and games that look good on the big screen like Radiant. Also launcher's like LauncherPro are really neat on phones but just aren't that smooth or fast scrolling wise for tablets.
Hope these apps may make your experience with the Thrive a little more useful, they have for me since we've been getting quite honestly poor support here in Aus.
Btw I'm just looking at app's that aren't for rooted users since I know it's quite new on the Thrive/AT100 and I personally myself don't plan on rooting.

Peahnuts said:
I'm sure there's a couple other threads for this, but I thought one in the AT100/ Thrive section would be neat.
Some note worthy ones are
Friend Me for Facebook
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.locomolabs.facebook&feature=search_result
TweetComb for Twitter
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.chriswstewart.twitter&feature=more_from_developer
Dolphin Browser for Pad
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dolphin.browser.pad
(It's still in beta but it has a couple features the stock browser doesn't have.)
Swipe Pad
https://market.android.com/details?id=mobi.conduction.swipepad.android&feature=search_result
and
https://market.android.com/details?...ddons.applauncher&feature=more_from_developer
(I like to use this since in AU we only have 3.0.1, thus the 'app switcher' thing isn't scrollable.)
VTL Launcher
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1046302
(It's like ADW 'cept much more smooth on a tablet.)
Pulse News
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.alphonso.pulse&feature=search_result
(Has a tablet version.)
Destop VisualizeR
https://market.android.com/details?id=jp.co.bii.android.app.dskvzr&feature=search_result
(Neat for making your icons nice and big.)
There's many games as well such as the THD game's like Fruit Ninja THD, and games that look good on the big screen like Radiant. Also launcher's like LauncherPro are really neat on phones but just aren't that smooth or fast scrolling wise for tablets.
Hope these apps may make your experience with the Thrive a little more useful, they have for me since we've been getting quite honestly poor support here in Aus.
Btw I'm just looking at app's that aren't for rooted users since I know it's quite new on the Thrive/AT100 and I personally myself don't plan on rooting.
EDIT: If someone finds a good music player send me a link or a name, I'm currently using UberMusic which is awesome but when playing music it goes into a little corner.
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Use VTL Launcher at your own risk. If you check the WEB page, it says it is not compatible with Honeycomb. Some individuals on Toshiba Thrive Forum has reported ending up in a boot loop after installing this. Not all have had this issue. That is why I am saying to use this at you own risk.

dalepl said:
Use VTL Launcher at your own risk. If you check the WEB page, it says it is not compatible with Honeycomb. Some individuals on Toshiba Thrive Forum has reported ending up in a boot loop after installing this. Not all have had this issue. That is why I am saying to use this at you own risk.
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Thanks for the info, will add to opening.

Someone on TF posted this site: http://tablified.com/
Ran across the beta of BeyondPod on there...might have to invest in this one.

I have been using it for some time on my Thrive. It did however, cause a boot loop when I set it as the default launcher. Otherwise (knock on wood), it is working fine.
dalepl said:
Use VTL Launcher at your own risk. If you check the WEB page, it says it is not compatible with Honeycomb. Some individuals on Toshiba Thrive Forum has reported ending up in a boot loop after installing this. Not all have had this issue. That is why I am saying to use this at you own risk.
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I haven't had any issues with VTL myself, guess I'm just lucky. Btw, does anyone else have a home replacement that is smooth and just as functional on a tab?

I'm using TINYPLAYER for my mp3's.
Its a pure player.
No Art work or search controls. Shows music by file name from folder you set. I actually like it like that. Has shuffle repeat and random. Also another cool feature is font re-size.
But one problem with it don't know if other are having same problem. When using the app and you initiate the g sensor that would reorient the screen the player give error about cant find the SD card. I play music when I drive so this really erks me. Bumps are fine but soon as I turn I get the error. I store my music on the SD card about 10 gigs worth.

where can i get the penpower chinese writing pad that works with thrive??

My Spider Solitaire should work without problems on Thrive: https://market.android.com/details?id=magory.solitairespiderhd. It is designed for tablet screens (doesn't work on phones). I'm working on some improvements now (expect them next week). Am also working on another, more advanced game. Writing for Android is fun.

Peahnuts said:
I haven't had any issues with VTL myself, guess I'm just lucky. Btw, does anyone else have a home replacement that is smooth and just as functional on a tab?
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hey all, the not sure why it hasn't been said yet but adw ex works like it was made for the thrive. Very stylish seen transitions and I can't explain how fast it is (you need to try it yourself) it also allows you to use more of the screen unlike the stock. All widgets and are resizable, you can create as many or as little screens (I prefer to have received rather than the standard 5)

osheriff said:
hey all, the not sure why it hasn't been said yet but adw ex works like it was made for the thrive. Very stylish seen transitions and I can't explain how fast it is (you need to try it yourself) it also allows you to use more of the screen unlike the stock. All widgets and are resizable, you can create as many or as little screens (I prefer to have received rather than the standard 5)
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Thanks I'll be sure to check it out. I personally wonder how you have so many screens, I can barely fill 3 screens lol.

I installed Adw ex today after trying other stuff that wouldn't work and I really like it. Very smooth and adaptable. Im scared to try the other one, but I am sure they will update it to work with 3.1 soon.

photoheidi said:
I installed Adw ex today after trying other stuff that wouldn't work and I really like it. Very smooth and adaptable. Im scared to try the other one, but I am sure they will update it to work with 3.1 soon.
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Yeah, I haven't had any problems with the other one but I'm using ADW ex just 'cause it's smoother. But what bugs me is the little icon on the top left. My homescreen is generally black and white themed and the icon just sticks out so much lol.

Peahnuts said:
Yeah, I haven't had any problems with the other one but I'm using ADW ex just 'cause it's smoother. But what bugs me is the little icon on the top left. My homescreen is generally black and white themed and the icon just sticks out so much lol.
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I have a different tablet, but wanted to say I totally agree! You can disable it with the hide/show action bar widget, however it comes back with a 90° rotation (not 180). I've written anderweb, so hopefully this gets changed.
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Jocelyn said:
I have a different tablet, but wanted to say I totally agree! You can disable it with the hide/show action bar widget, however it comes back with a 90° rotation (not 180). I've written anderweb, so hopefully this gets changed.
Sent from my Asus Decepticon using Tapatalk
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The new update replaced it with an App Drawer icon which doesn't stick out as much.

I made a game for tablets (works on phones too, but is best on tablets): Memory Owl HD (https://market.android.com/details?i...ry.memoryowlhd).
Also tablified.com has a great list.

Magnesus said:
I made a game for tablets (works on phones too, but is best on tablets): Memory Owl HD (https://market.android.com/details?i...ry.memoryowlhd).
Also tablified.com has a great list.
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I think I'l stop updating this list and there's already multiple websites that have app lists for tablets. Btw, the market link doesn't seem to be working for me.

Galaxy and Grass Live wallpapers

Hey y'all.
I did a search and didn't find anything.
I was wondering if there were any possible way to get the pink Galaxy live wallpaper and the Grass live wallpaper. Those were pretty much my two favorites and they're not included on ICS.
Thank you and merry Christmas all.
Z
Sent from a yakju GSGN

I'm sure if you google it, you can find the .apk files for those and install them regularly on your phone and use them
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium

I don't think it's a separate apk like the others are. I think it's bundled together with an apk called Android Live Wallpapers 2.2. I did a titanium backup from my moms Vibrant and plan on trying to load the apk but I'm reluctant in fear of screwing something up. An alternative would be the Live Wallpaper from Beautiful Widgets and it's the exact same thing. Tried it myself and it ran like **** and lagged like hell.

drew_grant said:
I don't think it's a separate apk like the others are. I think it's bundled together with an apk called Android Live Wallpapers 2.2. I did a titanium backup from my moms Vibrant and plan on trying to load the apk but I'm reluctant in fear of screwing something up. An alternative would be the Live Wallpaper from Beautiful Widgets and it's the exact same thing. Tried it myself and it ran like **** and lagged like hell.
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I got the apk files from the nexus one thread and tried to install the apk file in system/apk (root), it tells me it will copy over (join) the files. Opening live wallpapers.... nothing happend. So disapointed. Im going to look if i can make a galaxy apk myself. But im by no means a coder so don't hold your breath.

Any luck finding it?
Did anyone manage to get the grass livewallpaper in ICS?

I just took a screenshot of the Beautiful Widgets Grass Live Wallpaper, cropped it and used that instead. Saves battery and looks good to me!

I just like that the background changes color during the day. During the day it's nice and bright and easy to see but at night the background is dim so I don't piss off my gf in bed.
Does it really use that much battery? Anyone know of any other backgrounds that change color? I don't really care about the grass moving.

bring back the grass! galaxy was pretty cool too. ive been trying to find these to but can only ever find ones which want to replace system application which sounds a bit dodgy.

[Launcher] [17-01-2013] SG3 - Win 8

Dreaming of Win 8 on Your S III ?
Here is all that you can do by installing this small launcher.. I got this during a search for WP8 customization on my S III..
You have lots of WP Stock icons built-in to customize and hundreds of colorful tiles being awesome and you neva want to roll back to stock launcher..RAM works so faster too
Though its not my work, Atleast hit a Thanks for this post if u like it!!

Much resolution guaranteed!!!!
As Xda Compresses the Pic resolution, the screenshots in the above post seem dull. but in reality you feel HDR Quality display!!! I bet.. Try it out

It's on the play store already search for Launcher 8

[App][Share] Terrain Home Launcher

Samsung-backed Terrain Home launcher pulls in personalized cards with a swipe!
Google Play link

Joe0113 said:
Samsung-backed Terrain Home launcher pulls in personalized cards with a swipe!
Google Play link
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Have you tried this out yet Joe? Wondering if anyone has any thoughts.

mnuttall87 said:
Have you tried this out yet Joe? Wondering if anyone has any thoughts.
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I personally have not. But it has gotten good reviews on the Play Store and looks really cool (watch the demo video on the Play Store).
Just thought I'd share!

mnuttall87 said:
Have you tried this out yet Joe? Wondering if anyone has any thoughts.
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I have tried it and I have to admit that the concept of this launcher is awesome. But currently there are several bugs/lags, which are the reason I switched back to my former launcher:
1. No translation to German language
2. Very (!!) laggy on any device
3. Weather info does not show temperature unit Celsius (though I have selected it), always Fahrenheit
4. Very less additional tabs, e.g. Mail, WhatsApp, etc.
Any improvement would be highly appreciated.
BTW: I guess Samsung hasn't made this an open source project. Therefore does anyone know a similar launcher with similar features but better performances?

I've been using it for a while and other than a few very minor graphical issues, I love it. I've found that as long as you don't use a lock screen app, I haven't had any lag at all