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[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Well, I guess being the app enter a maintenance made you guys looking for another replacement... tbh entering a maintenance phase should disable the older versions and no version works except the new one which is being built rn, strange for me that some old versions works for you , and for me, that's great, but talking about replacements for my app tbh makes me disappointed, in the other hand , I am rushing to make everything ready for you all.

Hang on, your big patience is very, very appreciated and I promise that v14 will make you amazed !

I have even found that logins through external accounts didn't work on v13, but it has been fixed on v14 and tested by me ( only fb refuses to even entering the email & password because it needs to be logged in using fb app. But in general, all works
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
At first, I apologize for being so late for updating the app, and for closing the older versions, i had to do this.

V14 is Now available!!

Changelog :

Changed App icon

Changed splash screen

Changed icon in side bar

Rearranged some buttons in side bar + bottom bar

Removed "bookmarks" from bottom bar

Fixed Login bug, now you can log in using external accounts except for Facebook which does not accept logging through the app :(

Last but not the least , the thing I expect that you will like it : I HAVE ADDED "NEWS & INTERESTS " SHORTCUT IN THE APP , you will find it in the side bar, it will redirect you to a screen which shows some Good hand-picked phone news websites, such as : Android Developers Blog, 9to5 Google and TechCrunch !

Note about "News & interests" : if you want to add more websites to the news & interests tab, Feel free to tell me anytime, and you will find your favorite Phones news websites Avaliable in "news & interests " page, and Guess What ! NO UPDATES REQUIRED TO DO THAT ;)

I can even change the page look + theme any time , too ! :)

Now enjoy the update ;)

Hmmm, I guess I forgot something, right ?
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Thanks for the update love the monet but there's a bug in the app. If you select home from the sidebar the app crashes. It says try again but becomes completely unresponsive. The home button on the bottom bar works fine
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Please send me a video if possible

It does not show errors like that with me
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
*pump*
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
With the default app, which starts on Alerts, also login is required.

Is it possible to move the app menu icon (hamburger) to the bottom bar and remove the XDA Formus top bar. With this change more info is displayed.

Request to use same "black" color as XDA community theme.

Unfortunately I dislike the cyan color. The light grey color from V12 is more corresponding with XDA theme.

May be you can also make the app menu reverse color, black background with light gray text.
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
Yeah same issue with me, it's the top bar, the header it happens with, have linked a video tap home you get a try again screen and a endless spinning circle
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Yes, i have said this before i apply it on v10 maybe

Unfortunately it is hard to be done, but maybe i will work on this later

Cyan color for text was colored due to the splash screen + app icon color, at least i made the app dark because some people hated the app being in "white mode" in v12, but your suggestion is under investigation :)

Hmmmmm.

Gotta check this on my own device
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Issue confirmed !

But, a small question before I start : is this bug is in all 4 copies of the v14 ?
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Only tried fullscreen watched threads version and it's present in that. Not really an issue as the home button in taskbar works
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
I can only speak to the watched threads one not full screen, also have not come across that something you forgot :unsure:
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
I have skipped v13 !
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
Ah ha! I did notice the talk of v13 but I never knew what happened to it
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Forgot to set the version to v13 lmao 😂
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
WHYYYYYYY 😭

WHY DO YOU GUYS RATE MY APP WITH LOW RATES !?😭

I was so busy 2 weeks ago, and i am still busy

I had to press myself so i could build And send you v14 (it should be called v13), and as an exchange for that , i get bad rates :(

I become happy when someone requests a feature, or when he/she gets satisfied with my app, and even as a sign of being so busy, i didn't remember whether the version to be set is v13 or v14.

If you see that i didn't care for the app, so i am so sorry for this, and i wish you all forgive me.

-ZG089, The sad Dev.
[Android Apps and Games] Oswald Boelcke:
@sawdoctor @Spannaa

Gentlemen, I've removed posts of you on request of OP. Please do not promote other applications in a developer's thread. If you like to provide a comparision of different applications, please start a respective thread. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

Regards

Oswald Boelcke
[Android Apps and Games] zgfg:
I was busy last days and didn't update from v13 to v14

Today afternoon I was on a slow WiFi. I opened the app, it showed me alerts, I tried to open one but I got black screen and few seconds later a note that the app is no more maintained - as on the screenshot

Repeated, again the app (v13) worked shortly, and then the same note?!

I have updated now to v14 and everything is ok but I'm at home on the fast and reliable WiFi

So, I'm really wondering, was that due to the weak connection, something on the XDA Forum sude or you really implemented a mechanism to revoke your old versions
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
Why is updating the app not possible? I have to first uninstall previous release.
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Btw, the maintenance state that I made the app enter it, is not a maintenance , Because I don't have a strong pc/laptop, so I have to compile the app online, I don't know how but the app compiler injects my app with a code that closes the app after 30 days (why? cuz the compiler give me 30 days as a free trial ) so i have to remove the app from the online app compiler and then recreate it again & upload resources so the free trial gets resetted )

You may ask :why Don't I pay for a higher plan so the free trial gets removed ? And I gonna tell you that the price is so expensive,it costs more than I have collected from donations !

Anyway I will fix the bug and try to release the fix Tomorrow for every copy of the app, and the version will be set to v13 and code to 21 ( for those who Don't know :I have skipped v13 and set the app version to v14 unintentionally )
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Nope, I disabled it , post #465 will explain everything
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Because of not having a custom key for signing and X509 Certification which I am not free to do this :(

But I promise I will create a custom key for signing and X509 Certificate soon .
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
TBH it is a Nasty shock & a bad day at the same time, all my favorite users of my app are now Unsatisfied with the app.

I am very sorry for this, I am so busy with my studies these days because my mid-term tests are coming next January ! So I am doing my best to make you satisfied with my app.
[Android Apps and Games] Oki:
I just updated from V12 to V14 and I have some observations:

1. I couldn't update the app, I had to uninstall the old one manually first. That wasn't an issue in previous updates. An old issue returning is not good.

2. Awful icon, splash screen, and app bars color. The app was starting to have a nicer, more professional look in v12. But it is again ruined from the point of view of cosmetics.

3. Having fewer shortcut buttons on the bottom bar is a clear step back.

4. That tech news page is a plus

Globally I see this version as a dangerous step back with more added issues than those removed, or new features added. In addition to that, big issues are still unresolved, such as:

- Old versions do not work when a new one is released.

- The app is not auto-updated, and it doesn't even warn that there is a new version.

- Top app bar takes too much space just for having an icon to display the menu.

- No info on the version that is running. An About page would be welcome.

The Github project will help you to keep track of the issues a lot easier than using this forum thread.

I am not going to reduce the star rating, but my advice to you is that you should focus on the identified issues. Too many versions with so many cosmetic changes are confusing even more so when you can't remain on an older version because they stop working. You are not a professional developer, and it is OK. You are doing your best, I hope that these pieces of advice can help you polish those problems, for this and future projects.
[Android Apps and Games] Oki:
You can compile online using github workflows. What compiler/platform are you using?
[Android Apps and Games] Duvel999:
You're studies & tests, these days are much more important,

Take your time,

Listen to member Oki😉
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
I forgot its name but i choosed it by random, i didn't know it will give me a bad free trial + even adding push notifications is blocked due to being in free trial plan
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Gotta stop this by creating a custom key and a x509 certificate, would be better to get some help too !

Hmmmmm. Ok, v13 is going to be better and lets behave like v14 is not avaliable (i guess you noticed, i skipped v13 uninitentionally )

I thought that having a good bottom bar like those social apps would be better, as an announcement : i will add "bookmarks" again to the app ! Especially in the bottom bar

Ok, gotta remove it.

Sometimes it happens , sometimes not, but whatever i have explained why does this happens on my post "#465"

As i said, i am blocked from giving notifications

I have added it as a solution for those who uses gestures instead of 3 bottom navigation

For now, unfortunately cannot implement this, but simply i make the splash screen shows the current version ( until i implement "about app")

Yes, that's true, that's why makes me think of uploading updates on GitHub

I guess having the same theme for another 2 versions would be better ? ( except for the current v14 theme, it will be changed )

Thank you !!! *:
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
I like the new colours and splash screen so please keep them. Only thing I'd like is the bookmark tab on the bottom bar but other than please don't change it
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Well now i am glitched.

People say the colors are bad and you are the only one who likes it... So strange!
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
I don't mind the colour either, as for the app icon, think the V12 looks a bit better but I understand the new one is temporary since its festive themed, instead of hardcoding the theme you could add some colour picking options? Personally I would be content with a dark bar at the top, keep up the good work bud, sent you a wee donation earlier
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Aren't the colours dynamic /monet? The colours are exactly the same as my theme, see my keyboard is monet and matches
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
Think that is a coincidence as changing the theme on my keyboard doesn't change anything in the app unless you have the wider theme settings in play, material you or whatever its called
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Yep i have root and theme monet system wide. Still having it monet is a good idea then people can theme it like they want. My keyboard is themed with the monet engine rather than a keyboard theme
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
Suggestion to skip totally V13. Build new release as V15. It's easier to understand.

I am not familiar with building apps, but may be there is an open source application available.
[Android Apps and Games] zgfg:
Open source for what - for the compiler?

That was this story about - he was saying that he must build by the online tools

This application is build from the source he had developed himself. If there would be an open source for the app for XDA, that app would look totally different, the way how those developer(s) decided for the app to look and work

Actually, there are two other apps that work with the new XDA Forum. They look totally different than this one. Afaik, both are no more actively developed

If they would be open sourced and if he would take their source now, the app will become totally differentt, look and feel
[Android Apps and Games] Spannaa:
Android studio (not open source, but free).

Linux on an old PC/laptop (+ Github remote for syncing the code).

Google cloud too.
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Unfortunately it is true, I didn't even add material UI to the app, If I did add monet so I gonna announce this
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Okay :)
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Yes of course!

I wish if the devs of the official XDA App release the source code, my app will be totally different than the current one
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
As I see, most of you liked the shape & design of v12, well, V15 Will be the same as v12, but I will make the app with dark style, as some of you didn't like having a light design on a dark website.

So, what do you think, should I implement this in the v15 update? (And of course, issues will be fixed as well as some suggestions)
[Android Apps and Games] Oki:
The cosmetic problem is not the dark or white background of the bars, it is the terrible sky-blue tone, a neutral white or light grey would be better for most dark-mode users. Each person has his/her preference for colors this is why neutral colors are the best. If you want to see what I am saying, check dark modes in professional apps such as WhatsApp, Instagram, and others, none of them use colors for their button bar icons.

By the way, I never said I was complaining about the news page you added. I said it was a plus, plus is positive.

I understand the problems you are having with the certificate, the compiler, and other limitations. However, those are the fires you have to fight first. You have identified the root cause, but you can't stop there, you have now to dig into the issue and find solutions. Do not give up, and if you have a problem, ask for the solution in this community, Stackoverflow.com or your preferred programming site.
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Yeah yeah I got it !

I know that you are not complaining about news page, but, does "plus" mean that the news page is a good addition to the app ?

Thaaaaaaaaaaaaaanks ;)
[Android Apps and Games] trevtdogg:
yes, a plus is a good thing. a minus would be a bad thing.

keep the news page :)
[Android Apps and Games] ew:
I thank you for development on this app!

I happened to like the lite version, but I realize that most people prefer the dark versions.

One relatively minor suggestion (I have the watched threads version - not full screen), when I open the app, the "WATCHED THREADS" title starts about halfway down the screen, leaving the top half blank. It would be nice if it would start at the top of the screen. Not sure if others experience the same think.

I am running LinegeOS on a Mogo G100.

Thanks again for the great app!
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
This issue is common between most of users here, and this is normal, but whatever you can choose another XDA theme from "preferences" shortcut from the navigation side bar. This definitely solves the problem;)
[Android Apps and Games] ew:
Thank you, that worked 😁
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Enjoy ;)
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
May be you can add the Theme recommendation to the first post.
[Android Apps and Games] MajicDroidPirate:
Well. I can say its better then any app store XDA forms apps

. the original doesn't even let you login and XDA is gone , there is one called relabs thst doesn't even let you search forms.

So that's the great parts.

The drawbacks.

First of all it doesn't open XDA links by default. So if you search in a browser for an XDA link and click it it will just go to the XDA website and not open in your app.

2nd. It doesn't have a "your device " function that just detects your device and goes to the for it.

3rd there isn't really any actual app settings no dark mode or way to change themes or really anything all settings just go to the site settings.

4th, no notifications.

From what I can tell this is just a web wrapper.

Like I said, it's still much better than anything offered in the app store since it actually works. So props for that but I don't see much difference than just me creating a web shortcut .

No hate, you wanted honest feedback that's my honest feedback
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
Your feedback is related to the app design which is webview. Hopefully can some suggestions implemented in future releases.
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
It will be implemented soon, but not in v15 :(

Good idea, but what if there is no forum for the device ? But I have added a tab that shows you your device that are marked with "owned"

Yes,

Needs some work on API and DONE , but in my State needs a lot of time

Yes, but at least I added some features to browse the forums easily, especially the new users of XDA :)
[Android Apps and Games] MajicDroidPirate:
Like I said no hate at all I will keep using it and hope it continues to get better :)

Also the Device thing, it was a feature of XDA Labs i really liked, yes there is always some device out there with no forum but the majority of devices are on xda and it would be useful I think to most people . But for me i would say the biggest drawback is no notifications, because that would be a primary reason to choose to use the app over just going to the site , because at the state its in now I can basically just make a shortcut on my homescreen and achieve the same result
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Hello

I would like to announce that the v15 update is almost ready, just stay tuned ;)
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Announcement:

I would like to say that the V15 may be Avaliable to be downloaded tomorrow or the day after Tomorrow !

For now, take a hint about the app design from the OP :)( the banners in the OP)
[Android Apps and Games] kouzelnik3:
So maybe a christmas gift? :O
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
HELLO !

After all of these days working for v15, Now I can go and study for my mid-year tests with no worries 😁

V15 is now available to be downloaded !!!

Changelog :

App icon changed

Splash screen changed

Icon in side bar is changed

Do you think there is a new thing over there ? As you expected, YES THERE IS ! The "home" bug is now fixed.

Changed the app colour (Inspired by the old v12) with dark colours ( so you can say you are using a dark mode app 80%)

Sidebar (navigation bar) colour, text colour and icons are changed to have

the feel of

monet ( but I still didn't apply the colour changing that is based on phone background colour.)

Will we stop at this point ??

Spoiler content hidden.

Note : You will have to uninstall the app to be able to install the new v15 because I have changed the app signature ( and I don't guarantee if I will change it again or not)

Do not forget to surprise me (with your own way :) like a good review, or anything by your own choice).

See you soon !

#XDA_Forums

#XDA_Developers

#Happy_New_Year

#2024
[Android Apps and Games] dctrbnsttr:
Happy New Year..... But, none of the above will install.... "problem parsing package"
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Strange... It has been installed successfully on my oppo a5s (rooted, app is installed by default package manager, android 8.1.0)

Which release did you choose ??
[Android Apps and Games] ew:
Didn't install for me either. Tried the Watched Threads (not full screen) version. Uninstalled v14 first. Package installer just says not installed, but no reason provided.
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Get the exact same problem on the pixel fold, none of the releases will install. Get a message something went wrong package not installed. Don't even think it's a arm7a/arm64 issue either
[Android Apps and Games] dctrbnsttr:
V15.... Tried each one.... Samsung s10 plus... Android 12.

Previous version deleted prior to trying to install.
[Android Apps and Games] ytsejam1138:
Same, v15 won't install after uninstalling v14. Pixel 8
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
**EDIT : The Project is Now Discontinued Until (2024/1/24) due to my tests and having a lot of problems with my parents because of building the app in a bad time like this. ( Note that my tests starts from 2024/1/2)

v13 & v15 will continue to work until 18 days from the date of publishing this post.

Have a nice day and a happy 2024 !
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
Don't know if the problems are with later versions of android as I failed to install on a Pixel 7A Android 14, I see a few other reports of fail to install so will sit tight till you post a new version to try

All the best with your exams and your parents, tough time which you will get through
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
I have the new V15 working o_O.

After some research I found the issue with the 'doNotCompress' setting in apktool.yml:

In V15

doNotCompress: null

In V14

doNotCompress:

- resources.arsc

- png

- res/raw/keep.xml

- assets/dexopt/baseline.prof

- assets/dexopt/baseline.profm

The error message with installation V15 is "Targeting R+ (version 30 and above) requires the resources.arsc of installed APKs to be stored uncompressed and aligned on a 4-byte boundary"

The issue is that "resources.arsc" must not be compressed.

This is a quick fix.

Please release a new V15 with the correct settings.
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Check your PMs, please.
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
I will post tomorrow, 27 dec, the fixed V15 releases with permission from the developer @ZG089
[Android Apps and Games] ZG_DEV:
Confirmation post : yes I gave him the permission to fix the error and publish the fixes, sorry for having no time for fixing the error myself, but at least you can now have the app installed and you can then enjoy the new v15 :)

Thanks for your cooperation 👍

And special thanks for @waterpolo for his contribution to fix the app
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
Attached the fixed V15 releases.

I had to resign the app with my key after modifying the compile settings. Therefor uninstall previous version is necessary.
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Can't install still get the something went wrong error, even after uninstalling the original

Edit

Must have been a bad download, redownload and it works fine thanks
[Android Apps and Games] waterpolo:
Strange I tested all versions.

Can someone install the fixed app?
[Android Apps and Games] Lughnasadh:
I had no problems installing the first one.
[Android Apps and Games] bombadier:
Have just installed on both my pixel 7a and pixel tablet working fine

Installed the watched thread Version non fullscreen
[Android Apps and Games] sawdoctor:
Edited my post, must have been a bad download
[Android Apps and Games] ytsejam1138:
App is really starting to look more polished. I love the new color scheme.
[Android Apps and Games] samhhmobil:
Impossible to install due to "Google Play Protect": ==>

"Play Protect doesn't recognize this app's developer. Apps from unknown developers can sometimes be unsafe."
[Android Apps and Games] iruiz2:
Third version (watched threads) doesn't get installed, after uninstalling previous app.

UPDATE: FIX version (fourth) does install.
[Android Apps and Games] Lughnasadh:
There should be a little arrow with "More details" next to it. Click on that and there is an "Install anyway" dialogue.