Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

Keep your Android phone running quick

While we wait for the public beta of everyone’s soon-to-be favourite home replacement, let’s look at ways to speed up your phone. A lot of people experience lag when using Android, so here’s a few tips for keeping your phone … Continue reading

Posted in Android (General), Tips and Tricks

Adding Contacts as Icons

Sorry it’s taken so long to answer this one. A few people have asked how to add contacts as icons in a tray. I’m away from my laptop for a day so I’ll just have to talk you through this … Continue reading

Posted in Tips and Tricks

Running Sweeter Home Preview 1 on Cupcake

UPDATE: This post contains information about Sweeter Home Preview 1 which has now been superseded by Sweeter Home 2. Some information in this post may be outdated or inaccurate for use with Sweeter Home 2. If you’re running Sweeter Home … Continue reading

Posted in Tips and Tricks

Working with images

UPDATE: This post contains information about Sweeter Home Preview 1 which has now been superseded by Sweeter Home 2. Some information in this post may be outdated or inaccurate for use with Sweeter Home 2. One of the biggest differences … Continue reading

Posted in Tips and Tricks, Tutorials

Great video demo on Androinica

Well it looks like enough time has passed. More people are starting to share their themes! There’s a great video post over at Androinica where Andrew shows the Watchmen theme he’s been working with. He also showcases as EXCELLENT workaround … Continue reading

Posted in Themes by Others, Tips and Tricks, Video

Let’s add a springboard tray (Tips & tricks)

Always edit and rename EVERY new Action Tray you add to a layout, title and trayName. The “Title” of your target Action tray is what will show under your springboard icon, name it well and capitalise! Copy/Paste is your friend. … Continue reading

Posted in Tips and Tricks, Video