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I finally got tired of the ugly dialer skin that comes with t-mobile roms. I know there is a cingular one out there and I have found a few other sites with limited skins. Well I thought I would give it a try and make my own Photoshoping part came easy, but I don't really have a clue on creating .cab files at all.
I created a test run skin of the oh so fine, Scarlett Johansen. Please feel free to download and give feedback. I will be creating some more in the future.
Also, if anyone out there is a wiz on creating cab files, any help you could give...
And one last thing... anyone know where to find TRUE windows mobile 5 themes?!
Thanks,
Jess
Thanks - is it possible to give screen shots please. WM5 true themes are rare - i've not found a site that does them. Look in 'My today screen' thread in this forum - i've posted a few including one recent.
Use Ben Thon's themegen ce to create true wm5 themes and look at microsoft's guava bubbles.tsk to see how its done properly.
screen shot
I don't have anything installed on my wizard to take a screen shot, but I'll try to make a mock up on photoshop and post it.
unless anyone out there can suggest a good screen capture utility?
Thanks, and that's for the support!
Jess
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I don't have anything installed on my wizard to take a screen shot, but I'll try to make a mock up on photoshop and post it.
unless anyone out there can suggest a good screen capture utility?
Thanks, and that's for the support!
Jess
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As you are into photo manip, use Pocket Xnview, also has a screen capture facility. http://www.xnviewpocket.org/
Ok here is a screen shot
Keep in mind, this is only my first, I'll get more experiemental the more I mess around I want to create theme packages... today screens, dialer screens, and ring tone-sounds that are all the same theme.
Thanks, Jess
MagicSS for screenshots.
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Ok here is a screen shot
Keep in mind, this is only my first, I'll get more experiemental the more I mess around I want to create theme packages... today screens, dialer screens, and ring tone-sounds that are all the same theme.
Thanks, Jess
A complete theme package
I have found how windows mobile 5 themes are created now after examining some files. therefore I think imma build a total theme package. today theme, dialer skin, and ringtones. If I'm feeling really adventurous, maybe media player skins as well??
so I was thinking a superman theme or starwars, etc.
Any ideas anyone?
I figured it as time I gave some back to the wizard community!
Thanks, Jess
man of steel! Cool!
that looks cool.
How about something for the girls? Johnny Depp, maybe?
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Keep in mind, this is only my first, I'll get more experiemental the more I mess around I want to create theme packages... today screens, dialer screens, and ring tone-sounds that are all the same theme.
Thanks, Jess
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Well put together jess - good job! (not sure my wife will like it though lol!)
btw how did you create the wooden dialer buttons? - i tried to for a wooden dialer i was putting together and just could not get them right. Yours look good might pinch them for my own! lol One comment though - i feel the talk button should be in green not red :wink:
Your cab seems well put together the only hint is to get rid of the initial destination dialog - see here on how to change xml file to do this http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=60772
Windows media player skins are easier than phone dialers see here http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=58398
look forward to more skins
Jess,
Looks good so far. I have poked around with some of the same stuff you are now. I did it all when I had WM2003SE because that is all that was out then. I found that the OS didn't always want to display the images correctly. and would bounce back to the system default for some of the buttons, mostly when you pushed them down and while you were in a call.
I hope for your sake you can over come the issues I fought then and begin making your own dialer skins.
You also may want to take a look at http://paulya.com/etenskins.htm He has created some skins for the Nice looking E-Ten dialer. It works seamlessly with my 8125 and I loooovvvveeee the way that the skins handle much better than the defaults. I'm pretty sure that the images work very simillarly. Give it a look.
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jess said:
Keep in mind, this is only my first, I'll get more experiemental the more I mess around I want to create theme packages... today screens, dialer screens, and ring tone-sounds that are all the same theme.
Thanks, Jess
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Could you throw a leopard skin background on that, my wife would love that on her 8125. If you need a picture let me know, I have one in particular that she'd like.
Thanks and good work.
I would like to second the request for a leopard print one!!!
Leopard skin
A leopard print skin... sure thing! I am finishing finals so it will be a few days, but hopefully this next week or two I can get a website up for posting theme files.
Post an example jpg of a leopard print if you like.
BTW, still wondering if anyone out there is a savvy cab file creator, Im using a GUI right now that works ok, but for test purposes only and expires soon.
-Jess
hi jess
may i ask u 4 something
could u b so kind to explain how 2 do it ourselves
this way i can use private photoes and prepare some 4 my friends
thanks again
I'm in the process of creating a leopard skin total theme (dialer, smart dialer, today theme, ringtones) for those of you who asked. After that I am gonna have to build a more manly one lol. It will be available shortly ( like I said, finishing finals for summer term! )
Guys, gimme any ideas for a complete theme!
For those of you who enquired about how to do this yourself... keep in mind, im not using some little app that makes this simple, like a theme generator or anything. There are files and registry values associated with the dialer skin and the smart dialer. Just replacing these these will work, but it's difinately better to create a new directory with new files names and then reference them with new registry values. This way if you goof up or wanna change anything back, you can do so without a hard reset.
I started this lil project because I have searched and searched for true mobile 5 themes and dialer skins with little or no luck. I am very glad to see so many interested. I will certainly share the information to anyone that likes, I just wanna make sure you know what you are getting yourself into
hi jess
god my wife was going to kill me , "who is that girl and y z she opssing in ur phone?"
could u put something NEUTRAL as a backgroud ?
thanks dear
one thing more
could u explain how u did it ? so a retard like me can have his own
thanks again
Green WM theme?
Hi Jess.
My suggestion for another "complete" theme (Dialer skin, Today themes, etc etc) would of course be an all WM5 Greenish style theme.... I already have the "HTC_default" green today theme, but it seems kind of lame to have the blue background on everything else...
If my wish could be taken under consideration, I'd be a happier man. :lol:
I am working on a few at the moment...
One a leopard print style another windows vista style.
I am however having set backs, since I just installed vista RC1 and am working out some kinks.
Thanks for the input and patience, Jess
Hi!
If someone use VITO FunContacts, maybe you like my HTC-like skin
Screenshot released
I will keep my work and relise skin soon!
Sorry for my bad English.
Ok, here is my skin (version 0.1 - not fully skined)
All like on screenshots.
http://www.euro2012.my1.ru/vito_skin.rar
I share it on my site, if anyone can - reload it on rapidshare atc.
Instructions:
There are 2 files in archive:
SPLASH
Fun_parts
Replase original files in folder:
/VITO/FunContacts/skins/bin
Enjoy!
I really like it. Good job. Thanks a lot..
i think about buying funcontact... but i read that it´s really slow and needs some time to load, so i am not sure if i like it...
Very nice skin though
very good nice funcontact
Thanks a lot for your messages!
I will relise a first download version soon.
lamandrion, on my HTC Tytn version 2.02 works very good and fast!
Maybe you was try a old version?
I have ever tried to eidt the pic of VITO FUNCONTACT,but fail.
the color, maybe VF has its own 256 color plate.
I too have a problems with edition skin, but.... Here is it)
P.S.: Yes, icons not very fine, but work in VFC color palette is not very easy.... I'm not a disigner
Anyone know if any skins are available for FunContact?
I love the program itself. Best contacts manager by far in my opinion. I like to be able to call people without using my stylus or having the navigate around the phone. But it looks so bad! Horrible colour scheme, nasty pixelated graphics.
SMS Chat and EyePhoto look amazing. Shame FunContact does not have the same black theme
All I can do is hope you get this skin released soon
nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
very nice i just wish the logo in first shot was the htc logo.
????
What were the steps u used to skin this program......i tried and tried and tried....but the program jus kept sayin no skin file found......is there any specs
So is this skin available? Has anyone replaced the skin in FunContact.
Also I think the HTC logo would be much better than the apple one.
I will release skin today at night
It is still not ideal, but works good
Finally have some "skin" for FunContact
Nice work Kpyto
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, can you add a close button.. Thats my only gripe with this app.
I have a trouble with internet (after Kubuntu KDE4 installing) but try to upload theme again this night....
i m waiting for your work too long
Waiting
Any problems?
I'm so exciting for your developement.
FunContact is my favorite. I cant live without it.
Any if it can be skinned , then, ahhhhhhh, superbbbbb.
I 'm waiting and check this post every half day.
Correct me if I am wrong, I think POCKETCM is more efficient than the VITO funcontacts. You can also have many POCKETCM skin to change and it won't take such a long time to load whne the software is loaded.
HELLO
Hey guys. Just hear me out here real fast before jumping on me , or the guy who started this thread, but I could have swore I seen these images on another PPC forum. Someone had created them from screen shots, and used Corell to edit the images, and asked if anyone could create them.
The only reason I'm asking is I thought he said they would be posted like three or four days ago. I hope that he really has them and not just postin to be postin, because if so thats wicked cool. I love FunContacts. It may take a sec longer to load than PCM or iContact, but the features and the "Finger Frindly" interface make it well worth it.
But come on man. Were all really wanting this release!!! Hope you ant just yankin us around!!
look ive tried and tried and tried to skin this app and it jus wouldnt work......it always comes back and says no skin file found..........the skin file is easy to find in its directory.....but even the slightest mod doesnt work for me.....i had given up.......thats after i asked around here and on ppc geeks......so i'd imagine this is bogus...but if not wooo hooo.....i really enjoy the new vito chat so this would b great
Work discontinued due to Today Life Developer has stopped development on this project. Sory about the screen shots I accidentally removed them from imageshack.
NEW i900 Omnia Theme. Monday Morning, all credit for this theme goes to the talented Bluemetalaxe you can visit his official thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=414699
All I have done is convert this theme and some of the graphics to fit on the Samsung i900 Omnia. Please read the the Notes and instructions below before installing.
This is a Theme for Today Life Program for Omnia i900 Only
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST BEFORE DOWNLOADING!! --NOTE: This Theme is Only for I780
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This is only a theme for the program TodayLife. The program is not completed and is still in development. Meaning there are tabs without any function, or some functionality may be disabled from time to time for testing and developing purposes. As the program is updated I will be updating this thread with information on the newly added functionality and options. This program does not require any 3rd party shell or programs.
Credit and Thanks goes to Dazzlingdaz for creating this wonderful program.
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I will not waste time answering questions to the general operation of this program or problems related to the program itself. This is not productive for me or the developer of the program Dazzlingdazz to have to answer questions in multiple threads. So if you have program specific questions or problems or suggestions of options or functionality to be added please post them in the TodayLife thread found here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2402534&postcount=1
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FAQ ( Please Read)
Q. It crashes because of xxxxx
A. First try copying and running the files from system memory as some devices (HTC Touch) have issues resuming from standby with program running from the storage card. If the program still fails - edit the config.XML and select YES for errorreporting - then run the program - when it crashes post the errorreport text file here and I can try and help you.
Q. Why is there nothing on the calendar or music or blah blah page?
A. Because the app isnt finished yet - as clearly stated above! - more is being added
Q. What version of WM do I need?
A. 6.x - it does not work on WM5 or below
Q. How do I install it?
A. You dont! - simply copy all files to a folder on the device and run the EXE - that's it - no install - no uninstall - nothing changed on the device - no registry entries required.
Q. What is the default unlock sequence
A. 1 single guesture - ^ (you can change this on config.xml)
Q. Can I change stuff?
A. Yes - everything! - the landscape.xml and portrait.xml contain all the positions for the icons and layouts for the skin, while config.xml contains details about non-skin related options
Q. What Compact Framework do I need?
A. You need either 2.0 or better still 3.5 - unfortunately some custom rom cookers have not fully incorporated CF into their build and this may cause you problems - not just with my app but anything that uses CF. My only suggestion here is to try an updated (or different) base rom! - it works perfect with all the WWE builds with CF installed - so I know it's the rom
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Current Functionality of Highway theme:
Home tab is about 90% finished. There will be some modification in the future like: Tower when press to open comm manager or WiFi. When press signal meter it opens default comm window. When press sun it will open weather. When press clock will open alarm.
The contacts tab is currently empty but has been tested and will have a very smooth scrolling contact list.
The settings tab currently is only for program exit, future additions on this page.
The Big red power button is the Program launcher and is on all tabs. When you open the launcher just scroll and tap firmly in a straight up and down motion. To go back to the main screen gesture from right to left
Volume, still in development but to see how it works click on the speaker icon, then gesture up and down to change volume. Note Vibrate not functional yet. Gesture right to left to exit volume.
For email you may have to edit the Portrait.xml to define your email account. Mine is set to Hotmail. If you need help let me know.
Vmail indicator does not seem to be working. This is one reason for me to release this now as I need help testing on the I780. It seems to be working on other devices.
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Note: almost all the graphics except background and sun were created by hand, by me, and took a lot of time and effort. So if you use them please give some credit.
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The latest version of Today Life is included in the zip file. To install Download the zip file and extract it on your PC or directly to you main memory of you device like My documents. Then just click on Todaylife.exe
What can I say? I am speechless. This is a very nice theme, a refreshing change to the Diamond theme...
For future expansion, you can consider installing an ICU (in-car unit) that will call out the player (s2p, mortplayer, HTC AM, WMP, etc..)
Once this is completed, it will be an awesome theme!!
Keep up the good work.
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What can I say? I am speechless. This is a very nice theme, a refreshing change to the Diamond theme...
For future expansion, you can consider installing an ICU (in-car unit) that will call out the player (s2p, mortplayer, HTC AM, WMP, etc..)
Once this is completed, it will be an awesome theme!!
Keep up the good work.
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Thanks, Very good idea, would like to have a flash or animated screen that could flip out and up above the dash. and have media player controls. May talk to Twolf.
bobsbbq said:
Thanks, Very good idea, would like to have a flash or animated screen that could flip out and up above the dash. and have media player controls. May talk to Twolf.
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Downloading now.
Thanx in advence for your hardwork
and for sharing.
Thanx Bob
New Monday Morning Theme for i900 Omnia
Updated on the first page for download. Thanks to Bluemetalaxe for this great theme. I just converted it and some graphics to fit on the Omnia. Remember this Program is still under development by Dazz and it is not fully functional yet. But enjoy and I will keep it upgraded as newer versions come out.
bobsbbq said:
Updated on the first page for download. Thanks to Bluemetalaxe for this great theme. I just converted it and some graphics to fit on the Omnia. Remember this Program is still under development by Dazz and it is not fully functional yet. But enjoy and I will keep it upgraded as newer versions come out.
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Wow..this is really good for Omnia user like me.
good work bob, i made a link to your thread and wrote some thoughts in my thread.
Small update fixed appointment lines in portrait. Moved clock, volume, and lock icon.
:speechless:
Excellent adaptation from a qvga to a wqvga. You kinda make me want 1 omnia....
Wow, looks very nice. Especially on the Omnia's widescreen, hopefully the developer will add more functions soon.
hey bob.. on my omnia.. i can seem to see the clock appearing on the screen, plus there is no EXIT, SMS, EMAILS, CALLS and LOCK buttons. i only can c the volume button.
also, there is no Program button at the bottom most right position..
any help to amend this prob?
thank you
thank you man great work
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hey bob.. on my omnia.. i can seem to see the clock appearing on the screen, plus there is no EXIT, SMS, EMAILS, CALLS and LOCK buttons. i only can c the volume button.
also, there is no Program button at the bottom most right position..
any help to amend this prob?
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First you are using omnia i900 right? With the monday morning the correct? Is it the same in landscape? And is the calender and contact page ok?
Is there a QVGA version of "Monday Morning"?
Hello, thanks for good work on the subject of omnia, but also will you convert the other or do not have plans for that?
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Updated on the first page for download. Thanks to Bluemetalaxe for this great theme. I just converted it and some graphics to fit on the Omnia. Remember this Program is still under development by Dazz and it is not fully functional yet. But enjoy and I will keep it upgraded as newer versions come out.
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Hi...bob...My omnia got new look with Monday Morning.
Thank you, bob, for your great work.
highway theme
Hello, can you post pictures from the highway theme, taht i can see how it looks?
Great theme... keep up the work
hi
Hopefully , someone can share also monday morning in I780...
This is an app that puts widgets like the Omnia on the today screen. The only issue is that it doesn't support VGA yet (hence the reason for the post). I used SecondToday to get another today screen, loaded FEWidgets, and mapped the top volume key to go back and forth between TF3D and the today screen with FEWidgets. It worked liked a charm, with no lag or hesitation. The widgets worked fine by controlling comm devices like bluetooth and WIFI. The only thing you may have to change is the wallpaper in the programs folder in order to get VGA (480x640) wallpaper to cover the whole screen (once you get them in the folder there is actually a widget you can change them with). FEWidget does use the entire screen, so other today screen plugins can not be used. The only problem is the widgets are small (QVGA), and looking to you guys to find a solution. I haven't had a chance to look at the files, but I will to see if the widget icons can be manipulated. It is damn cool though. A simple button press takes you to another screen with widgets!!!!! The Diamond engine handles it so well, it should have been intergrated. Here is the link to the thread, and all credit goes to nicodega for an awsome app.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=430190
(Ill try to post some screenshots in the morning, but there are shots in original thread).
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This is an app that puts widgets like the Omnia on the today screen. The only issue is that it doesn't support VGA yet (hence the reason for the post). I used SecondToday to get another today screen, loaded FEWidgets, and mapped the top volume key to go back and forth between TF3D and the today screen with FEWidgets. It worked liked a charm, with no lag or hesitation. The widgets worked fine by controlling comm devices like bluetooth and WIFI. The only thing you may have to change is the wallpaper in the programs folder in order to get VGA (480x640) wallpaper to cover the whole screen (once you get them in the folder there is actually a widget you can change them with). FEWidget does use the entire screen, so other today screen plugins can not be used. The only problem is the widgets are small (QVGA), and looking to you guys to find a solution. I haven't had a chance to look at the files, but I will to see if the widget icons can be manipulated. It is damn cool though. A simple button press takes you to another screen with widgets!!!!! The Diamond engine handles it so well, it should have been intergrated. Here is the link to the thread, and all credit goes to nicodega for an awsome app.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=430190
(Ill try to post some screenshots in the morning, but there are shots in original thread).
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Hi,
i am trying to download the files to test it. problem is that the link dont work, could you help me pls?
thanks in advance
ciao
nice program, works well, only thing is like you said - it's too small
waitin for a vga version
your today screen looks fantastic,how do u change topbar icons?do u use wisbar?
Hi
Have you seen this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=417825
SAKAJATI has the VGA files for Omina....
chasist said:
your today screen looks fantastic,how do u change topbar icons?do u use wisbar?
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Start here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=2657881#post2657881
can you tell me where you get this have you this in a cab file looking for this if you have please share it thanks (ahave it make in yellow )
keko001 said:
can you tell me where you get this have you this in a cab file looking for this if you have please share it thanks (ahave it make in yellow )
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Dude wrong thread for your request and question, and I didn't make them, the icons and request should be done in the proper thread. Just hit the link and go through them, the cab files are there or PM me, this thread is for something totally different
VGA version
I'm working with nicodega to get this perfected on the Diamond.
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I'm working with nicodega to get this perfected on the Diamond.
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this would be great! so there would be no reason to buy and test the omnia
cu
hi all,
i am running the last version of this great application on my Diamond.
it seems to be fine and fast, remap the left soft key in TF3D et voila'.
many thanks to the developer.
ciao
yes, you are right, it works!!
not so smooth but it´s nice to play with!
cu
hi guys,
frankly speaking, this application is nice to see but useless.
it dry a lot of memory and if you dont get it still on the background..... is slow to open.
anyway, thanks for sharing.
ciao
zmob123 said:
Dude wrong thread for your request and question, and I didn't make them, the icons and request should be done in the proper thread. Just hit the link and go through them, the cab files are there or PM me, this thread is for something totally different
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ok so I can not find this mod mentioned in the thread you posted, nor can I find it via search which more or less leaves me no chance as to ask you again in the wrong thread if you could point me to the mod or the file to get those icons changed.
Thank you in advance and sorry, I do know its the wrong thread. As it should be a simple question to answer though I would highly appreciate a hint
cheers
Just tried it out.. And it is really nice! However.. It is pretty laggy..
Have a look at this vid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doOLS2oPTGY
How have they made it so fast and smooth? And there is more widgets there.. Maybe the got a newer version ?
Oh and maybe i have gotten this wrong, but as i have understood this, you guys have takin this today plugin out of the omnia right?
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Just tried it out.. And it is really nice! However.. It is pretty laggy..
Have a look at this vid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doOLS2oPTGY
How have they made it so fast and smooth? And there is more widgets there.. Maybe the got a newer version ?
Oh and maybe i have gotten this wrong, but as i have understood this, you guys have takin this today plugin out of the omnia right?
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well thats str8 up on the omnia... we are dealing with porting it do a different resolution... i'm not too sure why else it may be lagging but i'm sure it will be smoothed out in the coming releases.
One thing i really like is the screen rotation of the omnia in that video... is that impossible to get for our diamonds?
thks but don't work on my diamond
Does anyone know how to assign specific buttons to toggle this in SecondToday? All I see is right and left softkey and neither of them seem to work anyway. Ideally I'd like the Home key to toggle between TF3D and FEWidgets.
Secondly, if I run the FEWidgets alone I can move them around etc. but if it's loaded through SecondToday I cannot, is there a way to fix this?
Jus browsin the newly updated Windows phone site and found this gem:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/downloads/theme-generator.mspx#
Right now only the Pure and Imagio is listed as supported, but the themes should work with any phone thats 6.5.
Pick your color scheme and your port and land wallpaper, generate it, then send the link to your phone, or download the cab!
enjoy!
That's really nice. Thanks.
thanks hrhnick!
i can't seem to make a pure black theme.
i cant get a nice black one either
i set it up right, but it came out purple on my phone!
nice find mate..
very nice... and really easy to use...
I wish there was something similar for Manila
great!!
i have same issue as the rest...black theme
hope to fix it with this
thnx for the link
edit: why am i always getting an error-please-restart-your-browser-sorry-for-the-inconvenience-thing?