Things you need to know about Device personalisati

vevomedia — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 07:33:54 +0800

Things you need to know about Device personalisati

1 Live wallpapers
One of the simplest ways to change the look of your device is by adding your own live wallpaper. The stock
variety of live wallpapers certainly look the part, but there are also hundreds of live wallpapers that can be downloaded from Google Play.

2 Exclusive features
The likes of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and Moto X include plenty of features that can make your device really stand out. For the most part, you’ll be able to fi nd close substitutes to these features through downloadable apps. We’ve featured two of the Moto X’s ‘exclusive’ features in our Tutorial section this month and shown you how to get them on any Android device.

3 Moto Maker
Motorola’s Moto Maker app enables users to customise the look, colour and overall design of their Moto X device. The level of detail is amazing and the app gives you full creative control. You can even set a replacement stock wallpaper before turning the device on!

4 Set a new launcher
One of the biggest customisations you can add to your phone is by installing an alternate launcher. Although the changes tend to be purely cosmetic, many of the bigger names include new features to explore. The likes of GO Launcher also come with a range of additional themes to download.

5 Create a widget
By having both a fi rm grasp of Java and the Android SDK, you can create a fairly basic widget that you can apply to your phone using the Eclipse program.

6 Change fonts
If you own either a Samsung Galaxy S3, S4, Note or Note II, then make sure you download the iFont app. This app contains hundreds of alternative fonts to replace the default fonts on your phone. You’ll need root access if you don’t have one of those devices.

7 Android Daydream
Secretly hidden within the Display section of your phone’s settings, Daydream is a screen saver that appears when your phone is either idle or docked. Although that doesn’t sound too exciting, it can be used in conjunction with a wide variety of third-party apps to provide different functionality.

8 Custom ringtones
Another simple customisation you can implement on any Android smartphone is by applying a custom ringtone. The stock ringtones ren’t too exciting, but any song that’s stored on your device can instantly be set as your ringtone.

9 Beautiful notifications
The Custom Notifi cation app is a must for anyone looking to radically change how the drop-down notifi cation menu works. You can edit the apps and shortcuts displayed, as well as choose a new design and colour schemes to really make it look different.

10 Hacking is key
Although for the most part you’ll fi nd many of the simpler customisations can be made without root access, hacking your phone is essential for changing certain aspects of your phone. Having a phone with root access will provide you with much more detailed
and varied options.

Source : Mobile Stations

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