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[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Good things come to those who wait!

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger Gee Bees. ;)
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
Well no just wondering if you think its possible to get 20 hearts in the widget like most games end with, or not. I know you have been busy.

Yes there are tweaks, borders etc left, but the number of hearts is the last major upgrade you could possibly have left to do. Is it feasible?
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
And why do you enjoy developing for Android if the iPhone is your daily?
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
It has been my signature since the Evo came out because I loved this video. NSFW.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FL7yD-0pqZg

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger Gee Bees. ;)
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
That was incredible. Thanks for sharing!

So, 20 hearts, possible?
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
20? I don't know yet. I'm still trying to figure out how to allow choice of x amount of hearts. I've been working on it tonight. I'll try my best.

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger Gee Bees. ;)
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
That is all we can ask. Thanks a lot.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
You are welcome. Thanks for the support! Feels awesome.

To everyone else, I'm sorry for being slow. But I want to make sure I do things right. :D
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Update: I'm having to rewrite some classes to be able to include features people want. And while I'm at it I'm cleaning up some of my old code since I'm a lot better at programming now. However, life also has kept me from updating sooner. I've been driving to another state trying to help my mother find a new house. We found her one and got her moved in this week. I think this will be a nice update and will make a lot of people happy. I'm pretty happy with it so far. I really like all the choices of different hearts that will be available. There will be a choice for the size of the widget as well...not just 2x1 widget. I hope everyone is doing well!

-Ken

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger Gee Bees. ;)
[Android Apps and Games] fishfuzz:
Brilliant easter egg. :)
[Android Apps and Games] GamerGuy80:
How is the app changes coming along, any status?
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Things were coming along quite nicely, but I hit a snare two nights ago and haven't been able to figure it out. I've posted on stackoverflow.com(a programmers site) to get some help, but so far no luck. I'm quite frustrated with it. :mad:
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Any programmers?

Anyone pretty good with programming Android widgets? I could use some info/help on implementing more than one widget configuration activity(if it is even possible). I've searched the Internet high and low and posted on StackOverflow, but haven't had any luck. I guess I will try a different approach.
[Android Apps and Games] mauaus:
Just bought this awesome widget, worth every penny. Just a couple of things, can i change the ammount of hearts? and also, when i first tap the widget it would be nice to exit the widget menu by tapping outside the menu.
[Android Apps and Games] GamerGuy80:
whats the status of the new update or will there even be a new update? no word on anything, been dead thread...
[Android Apps and Games] CpnNemo:
Very Nice!

It's always cool to see creative widgets like these. Anyone who loves 8-bit gaming (like me) would love this on their home screen.:good:
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
GamerGuy, there will be an update. My life has been crazy lately. A lot of family stuff happened all at once so my spare time has been devoted to making sure everything is okay with them and helping them. I wanted to get an update ready weeks ago, but that was about the last time I worked on it. I won't give an ETA because I want to make sure things are done correctly and efficiently. You know? Plus this update has a lot in it(programming and features). This app is my precious. It will always be improved upon until I feel it can't be. And who has ever made something perfect? lol I have worked on some of the graphics tonight getting them ready for the app. And I am about to put on some Star Trek:TNG and start doing a little coding. :P Thanks for checking in and for your support. It really means a lot to me that someone is actually looking forward to my work.

-Ken

In this version, you can't change the number of hearts. I am working on a new version that will allow you to chose more than just 3. You can change the style of hearts though. Tap the widget->Tap your Menu button->Tap "Widget Preferences"->Pick a style and % color. And your idea on tapping outside the menu to close is not a bad idea. I may steal it. ;) Thank you for the compliments. It's awesome to hear positive things!

CpnNemo, thank you! I'm obviously a lover of 8-bit gaming. And The Legend of Zelda. First time I played it was with my aunt as a child. I have plans to make other 8-bit or 16-bit themed apps this year as I grow as a Android developer. I am thinking about making a widget that looks like an NES controller that can be set to open different apps when a button is pressed. The only reason I want to make this is...I want to add the "Konami Code" as an Easter Egg. My "geekiness" knows no bounds. Thanks again for the support. I really needed to hear some good things today!

To everyone else: I am working on an update and I apologize a billion times for being a slow poke, but life happens and there's nothing I can do about that. As soon as it is ready, I will post it here for everyone to enjoy!
[Android Apps and Games] nenobr2:
You are the BEST!!!!

Please keep up with the good work.
[Android Apps and Games] N3X29:
nice work :laugh:
[Android Apps and Games] mauaus:
Just thought i would share how awesome this widget looks with(or without) the right wallpaper

sent from paranoid Galaxy NOTE
[Android Apps and Games] Atamagaokashii:
I love this app! I have to admit though I am a traitor and went to the 16bit land with the super android/metroid energy tank widget. Sorry :-( I've preordered a n7 and I think I will 8bit that out though :-)
[Android Apps and Games] orrebo:
What theme or icons is that?
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Heh that's okay. It was on my home screen for several weeks too. I like it. I'm thinking about making different types of battery with widgets based on life meters from all kinds of games.

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger GeeBees.
[Android Apps and Games] Atamagaokashii:
You've got my support!
[Android Apps and Games] bliind:
Thanks, this is really neat. I haven't used a battery widget since I discovered top-bar battery, but I'll definitely rock this one for a little while. Some suggestions I would have are to make the widget settings a little easier to find (no clue I could hit menu at that popup until I looked through the screenshots), and make a 4x1 widget as well.
[Android Apps and Games] nstant:
Love it
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Thank you. Need all I can get. ^_^

Widget settings will be easier to find once I push out an update. And a 4x1 widget. Those have been the biggest complaints and/or suggestions from users. So I am giving users what they want.

Thank you very much. I can't hear that enough.

So last night, I finally found a solution to a problem I was having while rewriting some code. So, I'm really excited because things can progress now. ^_^

- Ken

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[Android Apps and Games] Atamagaokashii:
Yaaay!
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I am going to post an update tonight. It isn't the big update I'm working on, but it has a few bug fixes, way lighter on resources, new settings layout, fixed the widget's layout so the hearts actually fill up the space, new heart styles.

I lost my job on Friday so I have been focusing on Heart Container. I also made a couple of other apps over the past two weeks so I could clear my head of the frustrations I've had with rewriting Heart Container and over losing my job. I am hoping these other apps help bring a little income so I can pay my bills while I look for a new job. Hopefully I can find one programming Android.

And also, thanks for all the support and compliments here on XDA. Members here have given me inspiration to learn again, courage to leave a career I wasn't happy with, to help others while asking for nothing in return, and to better myself as a human being.

Back to coding. I'll post an update ASAP.

- Ken

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[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I have updated the original post with version 1.5 of Heart Container Battery Meter. Enjoy!
[Android Apps and Games] sohebq:
looks beautiful, thanks
[Android Apps and Games] uxu:
Awesome Widget. But after updating to the latest version the widget stops working on my DHD. Deinstalling does not help :( If i add the widget to the homescreen there is always the message that there was a problem loading the widget.

What can i do?

Tanks for help,

Uxu
[Android Apps and Games] papaavi:
ditto
[Android Apps and Games] wststreet:
Thanks for the great app.

One problem though, text preferences aren't saved for me, that get lost after a while
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I am working on a fix. Apparently, there's a difference between 2.1 and 2.2 Android in how they handle RemoteViews(Homescreen Widgets). I may just not support 2.1 anymore since only like a small percentage of phones still have it. But I am working on it.

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[Android Apps and Games] :
Latest version not working on Xperia arc s 2.3.4 either :(
[Android Apps and Games] nenobr2:
Not working on Xperia Play (R800i) 2.3.4
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I spent all day looking through Android documentation on why I was having this issue. I never figured it out. So I took a different approach. Things *should* work now. I tested on every emulator and phone I have. :D But I am only human. ;) I updated the first post with the new version 1.53. Let me know if you have trouble. And nenobr2, notice anything in the app?
[Android Apps and Games] uxu:
New version works perfect. Thanks for your work!
[Android Apps and Games] nenobr2:
The HD Heart and the custom heart text color? Yes I did (:

Btw the 1.5.3 works perfectly
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
Finally got around to purchasing your app. Pretty much my main desire is still the 20 hearts, but having seen the new styles of hearts, I would really appreciate on a future update if we could get a designation under each style telling what game they are associated with. For instance, underneath the chrome trimmed one, you might actually detail it's from Ocarina, etc.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I was thinking of that. If you could see the file names of the images they state which game they came from. The only problem I encountered is verifying the game they came from. I didn't want to put something up and it be wrong. Ya know?

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[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
Uh huh, like I didn't want to choose the wrong NES one. Lol
[Android Apps and Games] AlanB412:
I'd say do quick wiki or Google images check and go for it. Worst comes to worst and you'll make a minor mistake which won't affect anything serious, and best comes to best(I just made that a phrase) you'll give a bunch of users the option to pick from their favorite games. Your widget is awesome dude, you won't lose any users because of a small mistake like that.

Thanks for the awesome work again. I bought this pretty much right after you released it.

P.S. These labels would be awesome because I particularly want to put the Windwaker hearts on as that was my favorite game.

Sent from my Alanized N7 with XDA Premium
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I'll see what I can do about the label, k? That's not a bad idea.

I updated the OP with a newer version. Fixed a couple of bugs.
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
So... Um... Is this app dead or what?
[Android Apps and Games] Ratlegion:
Thanks for the update, it's a big step in the right direction.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Like I said the newest version of Heart Container is always free for XDA members so I updated the first post with a new version.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Anyone want to help me test a new version of Heart Container?

I have completely revamped the images and how they are displayed.

Also, for you Jelly Bean 4.2 users, You can add Heart Container to your lock screen!! I am so excited about this feature. I have been waiting for it since I made Heart Container. It looks so awesome on my lock screen.

Edit: I'll post the apk in the morning. Having some computer problems.
[Android Apps and Games] Slagathor:
I'm game!

BTW, I'm using JB 4.2 but have no heart widget to add on my lock screen. It could be my lack of knowledge but this is what I do:

I add a new lockscreenpage by touching the big PLUS icon. Then it asks me which widget I want to add.... No heart widget!
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I haven't posted the test apk yet. I am fixing a bug I just noticed before posting so I don't get 50 messages about it. :D

But I'll get it before the day is through.
[Android Apps and Games] tinchomey:
I really want! I love your app

Enviado desde mi Nexus 7 usando Tapatalk 2
[Android Apps and Games] Atamagaokashii:
Gimme gimme gimme!
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Here's a test version that includes lockscreen hearts for Android 4.2+. I will also put it on the first post.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Anything to report? Working?
[Android Apps and Games] agusv:
Works for me! Very retro, i like it.

(on an HTC DNA)
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Awesome. Thanks for testing it. I haven't had any major problems. I just didn't want to post the app update and have tons of 1 star ratings with comments like "omg this app sucks cause it broke so and so."

People never give ratings or comments if an app works but they sure as hell will leave you some nasty comments and a one star rating over a bug....and yet they never let you know by email first or ask for help...

Let me know if you find any problems. Need a couple more okays before I post the update. Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] Lim Wee Huat:
Working great on home screen and lock screen. Nice! Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] rodaven:
awesome! i love it
[Android Apps and Games] Number R09:
Battery bar shows hearts instead of an actual bar. Other than that, looks good.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Yea, I know. I gotta finish the images. Thanks for all the feedback.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Awesome! Cool wallpaper.
[Android Apps and Games] Sokudoningyou:
Doesn't fix the charging problem I have on the Note II, which I think may be due to the amp of the charger. When I have it on the dock (which is a Note dock, and only 1 amp) the hearts animate when charging, though not consistently. If I plug it in straight (which is a 2 amp) the old widget started to animate, then would freeze; this one doesn't even try to at all. I'm using it on Widget Locker, which is where I had it on my Droid X with no issues. :(
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I will need to get Widget Locker and see if I can get it to work. I will also see if I can fix the animation issue. I may need you to test it. :)
[Android Apps and Games] tinchomey:
I can't install when the other is installed because the 2 have the same name [test & app]

Any wat to a pixel clock art to dash clock or something? that would be nice!
[Android Apps and Games] saman0suke1:
It's really really good, by far the best widget application with a 8bit style!! I just wonder where are the other styles (like Zelda 64's hearts and the life bar) I only see the hearts...It would be awesome if you could create a Metal Gear bar :D I saw one in another widget but it was not working properly, plus it did not have the animation when charging the phone...anyway congrats!! :D excellent app!!
[Android Apps and Games] FoulDroid:
no more available on Google Play ? :crying:
[Android Apps and Games] Locklear308:
What happened??? Where did this app go? I had the paid version and got a new phone and I can't find it in the store
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I'm working on an update to include text color and visibility. I'll most likely add a few other settings shortcuts. Thanks for the feedback and great response!
[Android Apps and Games] stretchwookie:
i agree. i use pwall to change my wallpapers once per hour, and i often get black/dark backgrounds. since my phone is RARELY 100% battery, it looks odd with just parts of heart there. with a white outline option (maybe embedded into a simple button in the settings menu?) i would at least be able to see the emtpy hearts lol.

Easter Egg is Awesome. Thanks again! :D
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I am working on a white/black bordered preference now. :D
[Android Apps and Games] zeekiz:
Thank you good sir! Looking forward to the update :-). Just bought the application, so you can at least see you have some support ^_^. 5 stars :-P.

Also consider this a bump ;-).

Also pressing on the bluetooth button takes you to the wireless and network settings on ICS, which in this submenu it doesn't have the option to adjust bluetooth ;-).
[Android Apps and Games] Seanbest:
Lol my wife loves this. Zelda memories!

Sent from my SGSII using the XDA App
[Android Apps and Games] Seanbest:
Can't find the easter egg :-(. Would like white text as I use a dark background. Otherwise Awesome!

Sent from my SGSII using the XDA App
[Android Apps and Games] zeekiz:
You'll find it, just keep playing ;-)
[Android Apps and Games] polobunny:
Like it! The menu isn't very cute (not as cute as the hearts) but works great. The easter egg is easy to find too.
[Android Apps and Games] deathsled:
I love this little widget! It's funny how something so simple can make you so happy.

This widget finally inspired me to change up my phone after having the same "theme" or interface for a year.

I used to have an X-Com inspired interface:

But now I've finally moved on to a Link to the Past theme!

Hooray for 2012!
[Android Apps and Games] ahnkou:
Awesome, thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
You're awesome! Thanks! As for the bluetooth, I know about this and will have it corrected soon, but thanks for reminding me. :D

I just found out my 9-year-old son's favorite game is The Legend of Zelda. I think I shed a tear from joy...considering I have a special spot for the game. We've been playing through the original this week. Talk about father/son bonding...of the nerd kind.

My next update will have the option to make the text black, white, or not there. It will also have the option to make the hearts black or white bordered. I'm hoping to get the update out within a few days. As for the Easter egg, look in the menu. ;)

Thank you! Seriously! :D I plan on tweaking the menu to make it a little bit better. I'm just trying to think of a way to keep it simple, useful, and not cluttered.

Awesome homescreen layout!!! Where did you get that wallpaper? I want it. ;)

Thanks for the awesome feedback, everyone. Made my day to see all this. Even the things you all don't like or would like to see improved with this app. You can't get better at something if no one tells you what's wrong first. It's nice to see people enjoy things I've worked hard on.

I've been thinking about adding a "low life" sound/beep once the battery gets low around say 15%. The sound would be similar to when Link has low life. It wouldn't be a constant beep like in the game, but may 2 or 3 short little beeps. Good or bad idea?
[Android Apps and Games] Gahh Its Lee:
I like the beep idea. Make it toggable of course... That's not a word... should be though
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
It will most definitely be toggable. And since we both used toggable in a sentence, it has to be a word now. :p
[Android Apps and Games] deathsled:
just google image search "lttp wallpaper" and it should be in the first row lol
[Android Apps and Games] claus1953:
Really nice widget, love it....meoww...lol
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
I'm glad you like it. Thank you. :cool:
[Android Apps and Games] stretchwookie:
i love the sound idea, but then wouldnt i get the zelda sound, AND the system battery low sound? maybe im too stupid to turn it off... lol... also, i REALLY hate bursting bubbles... i googled toggable hoping it didnt exist and we could make a new word... it totally does... just add an L... sorry... :o
[Android Apps and Games] mipuel:
That's a good idea, i'm gone think about buying it.

Thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] HunnyBearLewis:
Found the easter egg! :cool:

Everyone I've shown this widget to loved it by the way - will be buying this to support awesomeness.
[Android Apps and Games] Bert2662:
This is awesome and fantastic! Thanks dude!!
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Keep showing it off :D

Thanks for the support.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Coming soon.

I am almost finish with an update. This update will add:

1. an option to make the text color black, white, or red.

2. an option to make the edges of the hearts either black or white.

3. a low battery beep like when Link's life is low. This can be turned off or on.

4. tweaked the heart images some.

I'll update the original post with the new version later today. But I've been up all night working so I'm gonna take a nap first. ;) So, keep posting and check back later today!

-Ken
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Posted New Version for XDA members!

Updated the first post with the newest version of Heart Battery Meter!

Added these features:

1. an option to make the text color black, white, or red.

2. an option to make the borders of the hearts either black or white.

These features should make seeing the text and hearts easier on different wallpapers. Enjoy! :D
[Android Apps and Games] Freshz24:
Awesomeness. I love it

Found the secret too :p
[Android Apps and Games] Number R09:
awesome! new widget is perfect, don't change anything. thank you, nice job.
[Android Apps and Games] iKarido:
Thats what ive been looking for. Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Thanks! I am gonna rework the shortcuts layout and add a few more shortcuts but for now I gotta get school work completed. So, it may be a week or so before my next update.

Also, the website goodandevo.net wrote a nice article on this app! I am pleased and excited about that!

http://www.goodandevo.net/2012/01/h...et-brings-legend-of-zelda-health-monitor.html

If anyone has bought the app, please leave a review and/or rate it. Thanks for all the support.

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger GeeBees.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Glad you found it. :)

Sent from my iPhone with the bigger GeeBees.
[Android Apps and Games] Fietspomp:
Tried it, bought it, it's a great widget!
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Thanks so much for the support! Enjoy it.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Has anyone had a problem with the animation stopping while charging with this new version? One of my friends said the hearts stopped animating at one point, but I can't reproduce it. If anyone has this problem, please let me know the conditions in which it happened. Thanks.

-Ken
[Android Apps and Games] claus1953:
I have that problem too. Normally a launcher restart fixes this
[Android Apps and Games] Number R09:
after unplugging my DInc2 from the PC (as a disk drive) the other day, all my hearts emptied. i deleted the widget and replaced and it was fine again. i am running SkyRaider and ADW EX, so that may or may not have anything to do with your app. my heart settings were; percent numbers off, hearts in stock form.

i have not had the problem you are asking about though.
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
Which launcher are you using?
[Android Apps and Games] notasimpleway:
It may be a problem with ADW or other launchers. Becaue my friend uses that. I'm going to try ADW and Go Launcher to see if I can reproduce. Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] raduque:
I posted once already, but I really love this widget. Bought it on the market to support you.

ps: CAT!