This SMS motif, template, scheme or whatever you want to call it is definately visually pleasant. Functionality wise, is better than the "stock" android version. I have not yet found if there is an option where one can change the default color scheme but I am pleased as it came from the get go anyway. I am not compelled to change anything for now. I think it is easier to keep track of the conversations too. Looks cleaner, and content is more organized and separated. Apparently it looks similar to the iphone's SMS template. I care about functionality, and I care about how it looks. I really like it and I recommend it.....get it