Things to do/download with your new phone thread

[XplosiV]

The phones interface, the bit that gives you the app tray, notification strip, dock etc ...

You could kind of think of it as windows or any other Graphical User Interface, if you like, if that helps.

 

[xmjox]

not dumb, just novice-like. (I was at that stage, this time last year).

Just search on youtube for ADW Launcher or Launcher pro.

Basically, the lock screen stays the same but the ENTIRE homescreens are different. Launchers allow for MORE customizability. For example on your GSII, where the 4 icons are at the bottom -a launcher called Launcher Pro will allow you to have a mini scrollable dock that can display up to 12 applications (4 on each scroll)

Launcher Pro also allows you to have a 3D app drawer amongst many other things.
Scrolling animations can also be changed. To be honest, just download Launcher Pro and run it. IT's so simple and it can't damage your phone in any way because the phone sees it as an "app" so you won't be messing around with any settings. If you don't like it, you can just uninstall it.

Wow, that sounds pretty sweet!

Thanks for the answer and advice. Hopefully I won't be an Android novice forever! haha

 

[daivik]

Wow, that sounds pretty sweet!

Thanks for the answer and advice. Hopefully I won't be an Android novice forever! haha

you pick it up in no time and then A WHOLE NEW ENTIRE WORLD OF EPIC-AWESOMENESS will be revealed to you

 

[vengance007]

you pick it up in no time and then A WHOLE NEW ENTIRE WORLD OF EPIC-AWESOMENESS will be revealed to you

Hes right . btw IMO laucher pro is the best launcher out there . i use it on all my android phones ive had, bored of sense and dont really fancy touchwiz . IF U BUY LAUCHER PRO u get some extras compared to the free one .

enjoy!

 

[daivik]

hes right . Btw imo laucher pro is the best launcher out there :d. I use it on all my android phones ive had, bored of sense and dont really fancy touchwiz . If u buy laucher pro u get some extras compared to the free one .

Enjoy!

launcher pro = king

 

[mystvearn]

Was just about to create the exact thread with almost exact topic name

My phone is coming <48 hours. So what should I do with it? Should I update firmware stuff or just let it be and let Samsung come out with the 2.3.4? Invest in a leather cover or screen protector? I've read the gorilla glass ain't that though with cracks emerging.

 

[vengance007]

Was just about to create the exact thread with almost exact topic name

My phone is coming <48 hours. So what should I do with it? Should I update firmware stuff or just let it be and let Samsung come out with the 2.3.4? Invest in a leather cover or screen protector? I've read the gorilla glass ain't that though with cracks emerging.

when i got mine i didnt bother with no updates as my phone is fine . so dont bother update unless you really need to, in my opinion. 100% get a case, its needs one. it feels like if it fell it would shatter into bits . screen protector for any phone screen. no screen is scratch proof. .

 

[XplosiV]

Screen protector is always a good idea, just ask around to find one thats good fit.

Probly download launcher pro too.

 

[mystvearn]

Thanks for the tip. At first wanted the magnet wallet, but then too lazy to flip it open all the time and the magnet may be a problem. Got this instead:

Gel Case + Screen Protector Samsung Galaxy S 2 II i9100 | eBay UK