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[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] gorf1000:
I'm highly anticipating the updates to this update, putting QVGA on the short list for this next update would be very much appreciated :) It shouldn't be too bad, basically just cut all the pixel sizes in half.

I'd also love to see NIV thrown in the mix.

I love seeing people actually develop good looking, finger-friendly apps for WinMo, I know the whole WinMo world is changing later this year but there are many of us who will be on these devices for quite some time and it's nice not to be forgotten about. Thanks for your efforts!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
I've just tried Sword Reader. It has better font display than Pocket e-Sword. However, scrolling wise the latter is better. Also, Sword Reader seems to have some bug when you try to activate cross-reference. It keeps flickering non-stop when I did so. Soft reset to get rid of the problem.

For those who like better font display and don't need other features. Do check out Sword Reader. But it is not exactly finger friendly.

I sure hope lagbaja will combine both program and create a great finger friendly Bible Reader!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
I've received reply from Sword Reader dev team. They welcome anyone who is keen to take on this project to continue the devt.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] bholumiya:
Awesome !!!

First of all thanks for taking the time to create this - specially after Pocket eSword is no longer supported - added to the fonts issue on WVGA/VGA device.

Works fine on my Tilt2 once I installed the SQLCE cabs and the .Net CF

A little sluggish - but hoping the user experience will improve over time. Some customization of screen colors and fonts would be an added bonus.

Once again - a very big THANKS and GoD Bless You.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
You can get a smaller font customized for Pocket eSword, which you can find at the eSword forum, one of the thread abt problem with WM6.5. But the font still not as crisp as Sword Reader or other normal applications.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] :
Bro, I've been searching for a year for a finger-friendly bible.

And here one comes, and it looks beautiful too.

Looking forward to it in more translations.

And QVGA.

And I always thought a good idea for scrolling & selecting would be simply to make a button to switch between the two modes - in scroll mode dragging on the text scrolls the page, in selection mode dragging on the text selects that area of text. Is that just an insane idea, or would it work?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
Actually the idea of scrolling and text selection is rather common. It's a feature in a lot of reader.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] :
I just see too many apps that rather only have one or the other...
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
I am about to format my PC so I may not be able to respond anytime soon.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] MalekoUK:
Awesome update, works a treat! The downloadable content worked perfectly as well.

Looking forward to more releases :D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] jcterry:
Can't wait to download it when I get home. It's been a while since an app has had me this excited.:D:D:D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] morpheus1982:
excellent. the NET translation is much easier on the brain! I look forward to further updates but please fix the bug that prevents you from going back to the Home screen or anything else without closing your application down.

Great work though.

Edit: erm....it works now. :)

Edit 2: It doesn't work when s2u2 activates. the lock screen stays behind the bible app.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Beards:
Looking forward to seeing this application develop.

When doing my post operative rounds in the Hospital wards I often come across persons who quote passages to me.

It will be nice to be able to come back with a reply or similar quote in return.... Let's them know I care for their welfare above my profession.

One feature I am really looking forward to seeing is the 'search feature' fully incorporated.

As in on your ToDo list ~ Open up verses based on search result.

Search at the moment as we know is very much 'so-so'. It's there but:-

In the results page it does not show the actual search string, just part of the passage which may not have the search words.

Being able to click on the search result and go straight to that passage obviously would be ideal.

To be able to go back to where you were previous to carrying out a search.

Overall, a great start.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Cellulah:
Great now its even worse on my QVGA screen! *ugh* It went from somewhat usable to completely worthless. Curses...
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] maff90:
using this to do some reading i found it annoying when u finish 1 chapter u have to go back scroll to where u were then select next chapter. can u put a button in to go to next or previois chapter

also i am using vga so could you make it fullscreen when u double tap or something and then again to bring up buttons

thanks
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
I've given this a try. Here's my thought, comparing this with Pocket e-Sword and Sword Reader..

1) Finger scrolling is definitely a big plus when reading the text, not just when we select the book. Having said that, the scrolling using the scrollbar is pretty well implemented.

2) It will be good to implement the 'going to next chapter' feature as some mentioned.

3) Personally, I'd like it to be more vibrant in colour. Never a big fan of W7 UI.. If I have time, I can help to take a look at this..

Overall, a promising Bible Reader. Keep up the good work!

[have done a lighter colour skin.. but somehow, the 'selection' bar can't be changed.. don't know why..]
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] weenween:
Great work. Looking forward to having the ESV and if possible CUV (Simplified). I agree with Sian, not too much of a fan for WP7 UI also.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] nscott89:
You can count me as one more waiting on the ESV version!

This is the best Bible app I've seen on Windows Mobile.... Great work on this, bud!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] edsta37:
Good stuff

Goooood stuff architect
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Cellulah, sorry to here this, for the next release i'll make it more QVGA compatible.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
will add this to my todo list shortly
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] strogoff:
Is it possible to add another button to the pad, which takes us to vers 1 immediately? Now one must press 1 and then ok to get there.

And now for some more translations :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
pressing done without any numbers will take you to the first chapter. More translations on the way
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] whizkid7:
great update...

can i ask author to add feature to go from 1 chapter to next or previous chapter? currently we need to go to orginal menu and keyin next number to go to next chapter.

Hope to get tilt support, multi touch, book mark, highlight, etc
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] irspam:
Compatible with HTC HD2?

Has anyone successfully installed this on the HD2 yet?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Keland44:
had a chance to play around with it in church yesterday it was pretty nice in need to update to the newest version keep up the good work

would still like to see app to date support
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] xalft:
i get a error cant find PInvoke dll missing sqlceme35.dll

using HD2 rom 166.404.1 NLD
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
Hi

I've managed to run it on my HD2, stock ROM. But you need to install the two cabs posted on 2nd post by lagbaja on page 1.

lagbaja

Another feedback... I think the top bar takes up too much space.. don't need such a big one on top. Similarly for bottom. When I skin the button, I realise it only took up 3/5 of the bottom bar. Maybe can reduce both to give more screen space. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Thanks Sian,

will hope to get the following done for the next update

1. Easier chapter/verse navigation [next and previous buttons]

2. Remember last read chapter

3. Reduce top bar/bottom bar
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Hi xalft, try the cab files in the second post on the first page of this thread as stated by Sian. Let me know if you still get the error message after the cabs have been installed.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] weenween:
Works well after installing the two cabs in post two. Am using Miri 6.5 ROM v10.

Just some observations:

1. The cursor is not visible when using search.

2. No hyperlink to verse in search results. If the feature is not available, it is okay. Nice to have though.

Fantastic work, well done. Keep it up.

May the wonderful Lord bless you for your hard work in this project.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] jay3253:
Got it to work don't know I think I had a bad download. Keep up the good work, and will keep an eye out for all updates.

Thanks again.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] tekcard:
Finger friendly Bible App

This is a great software. I have been looking for finger friendly Bible app for a while now. Great Job!!!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] blwebb68:
Installed on my Touch Pro 2. Had to install the two sql files. But works great now!!! Thanks!!!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] agent.m:
this is great. I'll try on my Kaiser tommoz. And my wife might enjoy this as well. NIV or NLT version would be cool.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] CYDVicious:
NET Translation (net.bible.org) Would be Full of Win for this!

Edit: I see it in the downloadable translations, but it doesn't download...do you have a manual cab add?

~CYD
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] cyburke:
i came here to say that this looks fantastic - and looks like you have done much work on it!

very much looking forward to a future release which will support the resolution on my htc touch (vogue)

thank you!!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] serjkiborg:
Thanks a lot for the app.

It is good the way it is, but if there was kinetic scrolling while in the actual text it would be great. Thank you tho!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ZoneBlaze:
Neat! Could you someway make the app able to read files from the e-sword site? Like the Bibles there and the dictionaries ^^ And also, don't forget the other screen resolutions ^^
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] nelsonw:
Excellent!! any way we can help importing or making other bibles? I can help with Spanish Bibles... just tell me how to do and i will more than glad to help!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] thepolishguy:
A little confused...

In the first post there are 2 .cabs. A large one and a small one. Do I need to install both of them for the app to work?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
Yes, I believe you need both the cabs.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] harvest:
Me too. ESV or NLT would be awesome.

Or just an importer from e-Sword format, which is pretty standard.

BTW, Icons are too small to press easily on WVGA.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Thanks Cyd, the translations are hosted on Sky drive, i need to get the permanent link. will get it sorted today.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] benjaminchia102:
Great work!!

@lagbaja

Wow this is awesome job!! Love the scrolling. And the overall design.

Even though this is beta, its already a great app! Already enjoying the experience.

Some feedback

1. Is it possible to view in landscape mode? :) noticed that the bug when you enter program in portrait mode and if you slide OUT keyboard (landscape mode), the display height still follows the portrait height. and likewise when you enter program in landscape mode and if you slide IN keyboard (portrait mode), the display height still follows the landscape height.

2. Love the chapter by chapter display. Makes the page load faster i think. ( maybe a swipe left or right to move between this and the previous chapter or next chapter ) . Have a select mode (which disable the mouse gesture while user wants to copy text or highlight text )

3. Continue from last viewed scripture after exit and relaunch ( i think already highlighted by others before me )

Overall I must say I'm very impressed by your app!! Keep it up!!

Using Touch pro 2 .
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] LORDShadowMan:
Well DONE!!!

Thank you so much!!!

/edit:

If you need some Help with other translations of the bible --> PM me with instructions how i could help you. I´m very interested in some German translations like Schlachter, Luther, Elberfelder.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] eloger:
Man, that is awesome! I was looking for something like this for 2 years!

If I can somehow help you with Russian Synodal translation just drop a line.

Or it would be great to see how your database is structured, so we all could add our mother tongue translations.

Bless ya
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] nebulink:
I noticed the bible is using sqlce. I tried to open the database but received an error (Access Denied). Is there a user name and password required?

I would like to help build some additional bibles for use with this app. I would like to get ESV and strongs if possible.

I currently own various add ons from Olive Tree and Pocket E-Sword.

Thanks for the great app.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] razorbud:
Do you use the Manila style ui library that is in the developers section some where, it has kinetic scrolling built in and is quite good.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] nap007:
need :

1. kinetic scrolling

2. option to choose bigger text size and icons (they are currently way too small even on an 3.7 WVGA screen :D)

3. many translations :D and other languages if possible :D

4. automatic orientation change if possible :D

5. faster startup load if possible

God bless the application and you :D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] skulk3r:
looks fantastic! much more friendly than any software that I can think of!...you could even turn this program into an eBook reader!

i know you have many translation requests - I just wanted to add NIV to the list.

Good luck!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ecrob:
Awesome!

Great work! I've been a hardcore fan of Pocket E-sword but it's buggy with WM6.5 and no longer supported. You have something really good going on here! As some have suggested, it would be awesome if you could use the pocket e-sword modules...

God bless!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] weenween:
Just a thought. Pocket e-sword also uses sqlce for its database. If it is possible (and not too much trouble) to also read pocket e-sword modules, then we open up a lot of resources without having to duplicate.

Just a thought.

I really appreciate what you are doing. Hopefully, our "demands" are not frustrating you. :o

I would like to support you in any which way possible. Let me know. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] cbenslay:
Error Message

I have an HTC Tilt 2 from AT&T and am getting a .NET Compact Framework error. It sys my version is too old... I installed the 2 SQL fixes, but they obviously do not address this issue. I just got the phone and was pleased to hear about your App. I'm sure it's a simple fix IF you are familiar with these "smartphones" which I am not as of yet!

Thanks,

Chuck
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Do you have a link, it would be nice to implement a smoother scroll.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] SGH-i200:
.NET Compact Framework 3.5

Simple install .NET Compact Framework 3.5!

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...49-3c6b-42f1-9fd9-0041345b3385&displaylang=en
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Hi Chuck, it seems you need Compact Framework 3.5 installed, try searching for the following cab file NETCFv35.wm.armv4i.cab, if you can't find it I'll upload it for you. let me know if it resolves the issue.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
I wouldn't mind using the modules in Pocket E-sword, i think the format's in .BBL, would be nice to see the structure.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] preacher36102:
Thanks for this bible program

Thanks for this bible program. I was looking for a bible for the t-mobile hd2 and it works fine for me. I only ask for one more thing and that is that you please build a update button into the software. This will allow people to manually update the program when new updates become available. Great Job!!!:D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] weenween:
Yes it is .BBL. Maybe we can write to Rick Meyers to see if he would give some suggestion/help.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] bcbarlow7737:
This project looks great. I started my own a few months ago but it isn't very finger friendly. I was hoping to use his bible files but they are password protected and from an older version of sqlce. I look forward to seeing updates. Let me know if there is any way I can help.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] benjaminchia102:
using olivetree database files

Hi there,

just curious, any chance of using olivetree database files?

I have bought the niv version and a few other versions sometime back.

Was wondering if your program would be able to support such files in the future?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] jay3253:
Can we use e-sword for this or can we convert it to the type of file this needs so we can use this?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] rat_2665:
+1 to that
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] dawesi:
Thank you!

Are you using the Open Source Sword Versions of the Bible?

htt[p://ww[w.crosswire.org/sword/index.jsp

also check out :

htt[p://ww[w.crosswire.org/qpsword (win ce old version) but has a some of the features you are missing...

oh and from what I can gather you can request to use other versions in your product (like The Message etc) from the publisher which I'm told is free for non-commercial usage. YouVersion.com has the links at the bottom of each verison.

Cheers,

Dawesi
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Tommydorns:
Here is the link to the sense ui sdk (manila) http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=648906
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Rim1Flex:
Good app. If i used this in church..the people would think I was texting or something. :D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] maff90:
this is great but

i have only got vga screen can u make it full screen (hide start bar) and can u make the top and bottem bar time out until you double tap the screen or something similar

thanks
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] JonFolse:
Please keep this app updated. :) If anything the scrolling could be better AND if we could leave the app running without having to exit out would be great....thank you though
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Now the basics have been completed, I can look into reading other modules {Pocket e-Sword and Olive Tree}
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] morpheus1982:
glad to see new release but the download link simply updates the download count.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
doesn't sound good, will look into it.

edit

Just looked into it, download works fine but it seems the response from skydrive is slow, will let the download count increment on page refresh.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] MalekoUK:
New version is awesome! Works a treat!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] JonFolse:
Thank you so much for updating this app....downloading now

EDIT: I like the subtle splash screen and the speed of the app is improved greatly. And you added a next button. Thank U!!!

Suggestions:

Maybe add a "verse of the day"

Maybe include gesture swiping for page turning

Also Im glad I can minimize the app without having to close out. *thumbs up*
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] whizkid7:
yuhuuuuuu.. thanks for the update. my hugs to the developer :o
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Thanks Tommy, will see if i can get a calculation for a smoother kinetic scroll
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
thanks whiz, hugs accepted :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Sian:
Hi

The updated version looks slick.. Here's some feedback for your consideration

1)　Putting the 'next' and 'prev' button on the top bar looks good, but it's not one-hand operation friendly.

2) If we can only have finger scrolling on either the selection of book or the actual text, I think it will be more useful to put it in the actual text as you tend to scroll more when reading the text, while selecting book .. err.. you only scroll to that book, rather than scrolling up/down.

3) If it is possible to separate the OT and the NT would make it easier to select the book quickly. Or make it by default start in the centre (say 'Psalm') so that it's nearer to either scroll up or down, rather than scroll to Revelation from Genesis!

4) For certain book, it will be helpful if there is a feature to select the verse..

5) Search should include more options to set search parameters; and preferably pressing the search result brings us to the exact verse, and not the beginning of the chapter.

6) Copy function? It will be useful for those who take notes of the sermon and want to copy the verse into their notes.

7) If consider implementing gesture, swiping left and right to go to next chapter will be fantastic! :)

Overall, this is a really promising app. Looking good!!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] janneman22:
is it possible to add my own (Dutch) translations?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] nap007:
looks like the new version still does not have kinetic scrolling.... I'll wait until it have :D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] morpheus1982:
can you please post the cab? I am still not able to download this.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] MalekoUK:
lagbaja, if you want a download mirror, I am happy to donate some of my webspace and FTP, unlimted bandwidth, so no problem for me.

There if you need/want it :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] morpheus1982:
are you able to post the cab? thanks.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
Thanks Maleko, this would be great, can you please upload the files and send me a link and I'll add it to my xml file.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lagbaja:
I can send you the layout of the SQL (database) files. I have some Dutch translations but it's the time to create a SQL file for the database.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] benjaminchia102:
Great job so far

@lagbaja

great job so far!! already loving it more and more.

Looking forward to more features e.g kinetic scroll , faster loading and ability to read databases files of others and the features which you have mentioned. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] morpheus1982:
right... so you are not going to use this great application because you can't flick your finger yet? I thought reading the Word was mire important...
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] :
QVGA is technically not supported since the graphics aren't resized, hope to see a QVGA version soon.

Don't want this to seem all negative - it's a fantastic development.

Original post (and title) should indicate what resolutions are supported.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] gorf1000:
I agree with Lumic here, I love this app, it's truly great development for WM. I'd love to be able to see it correctly on my Omnia though so I'm eagerly awaiting a QVGA version.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] gojinxcreativ:
rbBIBLE v0.21 plus sqcle has been succesfully installed,

but still having problem on MY WinMo 6.53

with QVGA Resolution when i opened it.

thanks for better version.

i'll wait for it . . .

:D
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] goodbyte:
Additional bibles

Hi, this app looks great.

I have some additional bibles that I would like to add for my own use however when I decided to create my own files I found that you had locked the SQLCE files with a password.

Is it not possible to follow e-Swords route and release the DB format so that we can create our own modules. You then check for a password, if there is none it is a user module but if there is one, then it is an official one.

Alternately is there any way that I can get into one of your files to create my own bible?

Thanks
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] strogoff:
That's a dumb comment. If it's not important, we can stick to olivetree or swordreader. No need for another bible app. But Ever tried to scroll with those tiny scrollbars on a wvga device with wiener-sized fingers? I think this one puts the focus on fingerfriendlyness - so to be able to flick my f*****g finger is the most important feature.