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[Epic 4G Accessories] NeonMonster:
Got my black on black fishbone case today.

I'm not really impressed by it.

The plastic is lightweight and flimsy, and there is a fair amount of give and bend to the fishbone back part.

I tried for about 20 minutes to get the middle right snap in place, but the plastic lip refuses to stay on. I don't like not having the back cover on my phone, so I cut/sanded off the lip. Fits fine now, but when holding the phone, the middle clip lifts up sometimes.

The rubber/silicone feels nice, but isn't the same as the Seidio or Otterbox silicone. You are able to see the edges of the buttons since the silicone doesn't cover the silver bezel of the phone. But the buttons are still very easily accessible.

Worth what it costs, but I'm still waiting for the blue Seidio Active.
[Epic 4G Accessories] 1999TL:
I had the seido active X b4 this case. You get what you pay for. These clips on the fishbone case always coming loose irks me. The Active X has a better fit and finish.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kikoshi:
I was just trying to put the Black/Black one i just got today, and i gotta say " FK this"

This case looked awesome and reason why i got it is because i read your post, you might of gotten a good batch, but mine, some how doesn't nest on the middle clips( you had to cut yours off) is hard to remove, but clips easily on the screen..( i had to cut on peace off to be able to remove it completely) it felt that if i pulled to hard, it will rip the screen off lol. some how the clips also wanted to just snap on my battery case..wtf.:(

Any really good cases out there that fits snuggly on this phone?
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
Just ordered the titanium red for my epic that i dont yet have. Hopefully i have soon. Samsung a900 sucks. Typed this post on it.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Toast95135:
The Innocase and it's non branded version (from BB w/holster) are nice and snug. I ran one for a while but I never use it anymore.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
i got my epic today!! posting from it now!!
[Epic 4G Accessories] pma2104:
This case is sweettt!

dee32181, good looking on the review.

I had the same issues with getting one of the middle clips to stay. The solution is to take a nail file or fine grit sand paper and gently sand down the underside of the clip, it takes about 30 secs. That will smooth the material out and give it a little more gap to grab onto the phone. I also sanded the underside of the top part of the case so no rough edges would touch the screen.
[Epic 4G Accessories] pma2104:
Holster clip for case?

Anyone know if the seido activex holster clip fits this case? Or the surface holder clip?
[Epic 4G Accessories] HeroMeng:
I think... yeah, I'm gonna go ahead and buy one. Only 6 bucks on amazon :D
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
how long does this take to ship o.o from ???????? to minneapolis, MN
[Epic 4G Accessories] D3luSi0n4L:
Just to update with my opinions now that I have my Epic back. I love the case! Put an invisibleshield on, then the case. The front you have slide on side on tightly then the other you push down and you'll hear two reassuring clips. The back was a little more of a pain, i have to use nail clippers and clip the clip ( =D lol ) on one of the middle pieces on the back like the majority of everyone else. But other than that the case is great, very minimal bulk, great feel & protection. And the look is growing more and more on me!

Great Case! Great Price! Great Look! Definitely Recommend it!

Sincerely,

D3luSi0n4L
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
just a quick question. how in the he11 do i takeoff he front bezel....
[Epic 4G Accessories] HeroMeng:
I have to post an update. I ordered it and they sent me this sparkly piece of ****.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Sh0wNuF:
Haha, sorry but this just made me crack up.....thanks for posting :-D

On a serious note, contact the seller and get yourself the real one sent to you
[Epic 4G Accessories] HeroMeng:
I did. Sending it back today.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
anyone? i would like to know the trick to it, its a ***** to get off.
[Epic 4G Accessories] f16pilot:
Slide the tray out and press against the clips on the underside of the top piece.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
i really dont understand... do you just open the keyboard and push on the clip as hard as you can? because... i tryed that...
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
I would still like help with this... Anyone?

ehh used a small metal flashlight end to push the clip off..... now my screen is clean and the bezel is back on..
[Epic 4G Accessories] husher:
Do you think you could give a close up of were the hooks are located? One of the new issues I've noticed with shell cases on the Epic is that if you have hooks on the right side of the phone, sliding it open and close will make a scratch line over time on the back paint behind the screen. Thats what happen to me and my seidio
[Epic 4G Accessories] dee32181:
you have to lift the edge of the bezel right next to the clips at the top of the phone. It works for me, you gotta use a lil elbow grease.:D
[Epic 4G Accessories] emalia:
As others have stated it's a bit hard, but easy after you do it a few times. I have found turning the phone off first helps.

Slide keyboard open, grab the upper right hand corner and apply pressure (under the clip you see) to remove.

I hate that it is so hard to remove, but then I feel safe in knowing that my phone is secure.

I believe the fishbone to be the best case I have found. I have tried many and this one leaves me satisfied that my investment is completely protected.
[Epic 4G Accessories] omair2005:
i have bought one of these cases.. the black/black hybrid from amazon.

It does not fit with the rubber..but without it, it does but a little loose.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Sean Hicks:
I love the look... but honestly the rear cover has NEVER snapped on properly. It's always coming off partially if it goes in a pocket, or slides open, basically if it's not just sitting on a desk... it partially comes off.

As of 5min ago, one of the grab tabs snapped off. I suppose, however, at least now I don't have to be endlessly frustrated by it not staying snapped on...
[Epic 4G Accessories] evsnova74:
Just got mine today, one of the black on black ones. One of the clips in the middle didn't want to stay on at first, but once I kinda got it on there and squeezed from the side it seems to be staying in place. One thing I've noticed in the 10 mins or so I've had it on so far is that the top bezel is making my screen film(reallook) lift on the corners a bit. I don't think it's gonna turn out to be that big of a deal since the bezel itself holds down on the film around its entire edge but it did concern me a little. Idk, so far I really like it. I've always been worried about having a delicate(relatively speaking) phone doing construction work, so I'll find out real quick if it holds up...
[Epic 4G Accessories] evsnova74:
Ok, so this fishbone case is probably the best thing to happen to Seidio and Otterbox. Get one of these, get thoroughly disappointed by it, then get a better one and realize they're worlds above the cheapo...no offense to any that have had success with these, but the bottom left and left tabs kept coming off in my pocket so I bit the bullet and bought an Otterbox off ebay(found one that came with a car charger for around $30). From what I can tell the fact that the fishbone tabs get their strength from the "spine" down the middle makes 'em a lot weaker than the Otterbox, which has hard plastic in pretty much one solid piece. After snapping it on for the first time you can pretty much tell how much better it is. I still think the fishbone's front bezel holds really well, but that's about it. I thought I couldn't go wrong with the fishbone based on price, but seriously, you really do get what you pay for...
[Epic 4G Accessories] f16pilot:
I agree with you 100%. I really wanted the Fishbone to work, but I had to constantly press the center clips back on. Every once in a while I would find one of the corners disconnected and have to reseat it. I decided to try the Seidio Active X cover and can't believe the difference. Aside from actually staying connected at every connection point, it even feels more solid with better overall coverage/protection of the phone. Knowing what I know now, I would gladly pay twice as much as I paid and wouldn't even consider putting the fishbone back on even if it was given to me for free.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Nolonolon:
Everyone is talking about liking it. Though no one is explaining why it makes their phone invincible. I think it looks nice. I don't like adding cases to my phone. I have the leather one you can buy at Sprint with Galaxy S ingrained. That has the magnet clip. But the inside has unglued. Expensive cheaply made case.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Matty Mo:
I have a hard time deciding to get one of these fishbone cases over a seidio case.... seidio just seems like its worth the money. why change a good thing
[Epic 4G Accessories] evsnova74:
At first I was just worried about getting the clips to fit at all, as that was one of the main problems with it from what I read. So I was relieved at first when mine fit, but as I said, even if you get it on there, it won't stay very long. I think I'm gonna write a review with pics of this otterbox, it's worlds above the fishbone and someones already got a review thread up of the seidio...
[Epic 4G Accessories] f16pilot:
Please do add a review on the Otterbox. I'm currently loving my Seidio. There isn't even a hint of a problem with the clips. In fact, what makes the clips work on the Seidio is the fact that they are re-routed beneath the rubber liner at the corners, so the rubber actually helps to pull the clips against the phone. On the Fishbone, the clips were held in place merely by the curved shape of the fishbone-shaped bottom piece and if that shape flattened out just a little, the clips failed. Nice look, crappy design.
[Epic 4G Accessories] Sean Hicks:
2nd Fishbone

I got a refund for my 1st fishbone. I used it to order another one, only with the second one I chopped off the left center grab tab. Since doing this, the case is actually fitting better, and the bottom left tab is falling off a lot less.
[Epic 4G Accessories] dee32181:
I have had problems with the clips breaking on one of my fishbone cases. It gave me a good two months of use, but anything that breaks under normal use is not worthy of my recommendation.. so as a update to my original opinion....dont buy.:mad:
[Epic 4G Accessories] Kitteh298:
Mines working fine. Very seldom popping off of the center clip.

From My Samsung Epic Using TapaTalk.
[Epic 4G Accessories] phillykish:
Just got mine today. Including shipping, i spent less than $10 from Amazon.com.

I followed the advisea and took off the back cover. it's thinner and sleeker looking.

My only concern is that i like to throw the phone into my jeans pocket and i'm thinking that eventually one of the tabs could get lose or even worse, break. I could be wrong, though.

But i guess it's better the case breaks than the phone.

I think it was a worthwhile investment for a worthwhile phone.

My next accessory for my epic 4g will be froyo........ LOL!
[Epic 4G Accessories] sauron0101:
+1

I had the clips off my Fishbone case break off too. It looks nice and was cheap, but this case really doesn't have the kind of quality that would make me recommend it.

I'm thinking about trying the Otterbox.
[Epic 4G Accessories] gearless:
I like otterbox products they make a good case.

I'm more interested my self, in finding something a bit more heavy duty. Any one come across any metal cases or something with a bit of shock protection?
[Epic 4G Accessories] gullzway:
My Siedo Innocase lasted 3 months. Then one of the tabs wore off on the bottom piece, and a few weeks later the clip broke off.

Not to mention the permanent scuffs left on the edges of my Epic. I'm done with hard cases. Back to my leather holster I bought here for $4.99

http://www.hedocell.com/Samsung-Epic-4G-Leather-Case-Vertical-Removable-Clip-Black.html
[Epic 4G Accessories] sauron0101:
Thanks for the warning gullzway. It looks like these cases in general aren't built to last.
[Android Themes] fredulus:
Hi, love the bootanimation but is there any chance to get it in EVO size?
[Android Themes] ASimmons:
Yeah I'll try and post the bigger one tomorrow. I should since I actually have an Evo myself.
[Android Themes] JIM0:
Looks good except the text which says Android 2.2
[Android Themes] notxel21:
Very Nice!! Great work!! Much appreciated!! :D

Is this version big enough for the Nexus or MT4G?
[Android Themes] ASimmons:
Im going to try and make the bigger version soon... give me a couple of days.
[Android Themes] SirBrass:
Really would like the larger version. The smaller one you posted I initially doesn't play at all on my X.

Btw, for those with Droid X's and other newer phones running FroYo, bootanimation.zip goes in /data/local as primary. It only pulls from /system/media if nothing is in /data/local
[Android Themes] SirBrass:
Any word on this for wvga devices like the EVO or Droid X? I'd really like this unbranded, but the current unbranded version just appears as black on my phone.
[Android Themes] ASimmons:
I honestly don't have the time to do it... maybe in the next couple of days.
[Android Themes] Neo Polonais:
i tried to change the size for 480x800

but it doesn't work..

how can i do for a full screen on my galaxy s?
[Android Themes] marhensa:
is wqvga (240x400) is supported?
[Android Themes] wireless.praying.mantis:
Any chance of the unbranded screaming droid formatted for the HTC EVO Shift 4G which I believe is 480x800?
[Android Themes] ASimmons:
I will try and trim this on the top and bottum to remove everything but the droid... I just don't have the time to do much more on this, but I will try and finish this off, just wish I hadn't put that on there.
[Android Themes] a454nova:
I know I'm probably going to get the 4th degree here, but I'm at that point where my brain is jammed and its killing me. I've found guides to doing this but it either too old, or not finished.

I read a guide on how to theme, found out it wasn't really that hard. Love building sites and this is right down my road. Yes I'm a noob, and search isn't cutting it. : )

I am working with my Epic 4G with 2.2. I used UOT Kitchen to get the Battery % mod to work and it did the trick! I can go through and edit png and even .9 files.

1. That kitchen adds -v4 on the drawable folders. Its works but I don't fully understand how to change it back after it adds it.

2. That kitchen makes a whole new framework. How do I pull stuff out and make it update just what it needs. I guess I'm asking how do you make an addon or update zip?

I do all my editing by using 7zip and just placing apps and for moving things around and it seems to work. I'm also re-flashing the whole rom to test it. nothing else. 7zip.

3. Is this the way to do it? I know I'm supposed to de-compile and compile, sign some where.

4. It there a special way to combine Mods together? I've just been opening them in 7zip and adding them.

ok so... If you can point me in the right direction, to guides, search key words, links, or just explain a little. I will take any help I can get. I just need that little tap to get my mind rolling again. I will kiss your feet! Really! :)

Thanks!

Please go easy on me...
[Android Themes] Therev29:
For an "add on" make metamorphs. All your doing is creating folders of the pngs and adding a xml which is already created you just fill in the blanks using any xml editor. It's pretty easy to make mini themes or change certain icons
[Android Themes] Edubyah:
Yeah the guys right Metamorph is THE ONLY way to change images in an apk without changing the entire apk. I have been doing a whole lot of themes lately but mostly porting images of other themes I need to learn the GIMP or PHOTOSHOP I started on the opposite side from you I guess. If I can help PM me and I will show you or package the themes or morphs for you.Good luck!
[G2 and Desire Z Themes and Apps] gottijr:
1st of all I have to apologies if that is against any rules around here.

Could someone post the desk clock application from any of the evil's one stop rom?

I can't figure out how it is called in system there... so can't pull it out.

pls advice or post one for me
[G2 and Desire Z Themes and Apps] G1_enthusiast:
it is a nice feature rep for anyone that can do it
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] izzueeek:
[Q] Error with Market ""The application Market (process com.android.vending) has stop

Hi,

Today I have installed the Dark10 theme pack from Chewitt's. Everything was working fine until when I went on the market today and tried to download an app. When I press "Install" the phone tries to install/download and then after couple of seconds and error message comes out saying "Sorry! The application Market (process com.android.vending) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again."

Can someone please help me? Is it something to do with the theme pack? Or maybe the rooting?

I tried the search, but nothing.

Help would be appreciated. Thanks :)
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XERO_Racer:
go to settings ---> application---> manage applications---> market and uninstall market updates

Sent from my X10a
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] izzueeek:
Okay, it works now. Thanks.:)
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jags_the1:
But it will soon update and you have to redo it over again. does anyone know why does it crash after update?
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mickskillz:
Okay, I've just ported over a few themes to the ultimate droid 2.1.0 and in the transition, my menus font is white on a white backgroud. I cannot see the font unless I use the trackball and highlight it. Would anybody be willing to show me what files to change that or even better help me by changing them for me? I am not a themer by any means and am just looking for a little help thanks.
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mickskillz:
Nobody knows how to do this? I am going crazy trying to figure this out. Thanks
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wes342:
It's in the colors.xml I think .

It may be in values folder.

Once you decompile the

framework.apk

Not at a computer or I could give you a better idea.
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wwjdd44:
just flash the rom again.....with no theme and it should go back to stock colors.
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mickskillz:
I like the theme.... everything else is perfect... I just need to change the white text on a white background for the pop up menus..... Anybody care to explain how that is possible... Thanks
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fernando sor:
Does this happen when your using the browser? It is def the xmls in the color folder but you have to find out which one. What theme are you using also?

Sent from my ADR6300
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mickskillz:
I'm running the new Urban theme that was just updated for Ultimate droid 2.1.0....It happens on any program i run when i hit menu to bring up menu options, the font is white on a white backgroud.... Just need to change either the font to black by default or background to default
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mickskillz:
halfway there

Ok, I've extracted the framework-res file to my PC... I located the colors folder and now i'm in need of help on how to edit the file to make the font black instead of white... What program do i use to edit the file, and how do i repack the framework-res to insert back to the phone? Any help
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sneaky_zekey:
menu_background.9.png and the image right next to it meed to be themes, they control the background when you hit soft menu button.
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fernando sor:
I would download 7zip and just swap out color xmls that you know are stock. Or just post a download link and I will fix it for you

Sent from my ADR6300
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KLoNe1:
Cheers, exactly what I was looking for while themeing my SGS :)
[Fascinate General] mastibeta:
I got the phone booting and all is well, try to sync google account, says cannot connect to servers...not even on wifi, and i have 3g connection as well...wtf
[Fascinate General] slvrevoix:
First put this in the right section.

Second try *228.

Third try it all again lol
[Fascinate General] mastibeta:
sorry wrong section, but i cant get to a dialer..wont go past the set up
[Fascinate General] frostman89:
go to settings>privacy>factory data reset.
[Fascinate General] slvrevoix:
Sorry i read your post wrong. Try what frost said. If still no work try odin again.
[Fascinate General] mastibeta:
I got it, just kept going through restores til one went through...thanks
[Vibrant General] singlejingle:
Ive tried searching, but no one seems to have the same problem im having. I just got a vibrant yesterday, and was able to root it today. Then I tried to do the lag fix, and then it made me end up with a black screen and the 4 droid buttons on the bottom stay lite up. Then I panic-ed and found out about odin so i downloaded that and then i used EUGENE373_SamsungS_Froyo_PDA in odin, but then when it was done it just left me in the system recovery mode. I can scroll up and down but when i try to hit enter (the power button) it does nothing.

Help me please!
[Vibrant General] singlejingle:
Im sorry guys, u can delete this thread, god im such a newb!
[HD7 General] rysky007:
Get an error 90% in

0x80070643

Cant figure out how to fix it.

gives me a link to

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/944938?sd=zune

That link doesnt give me much as far as an answer on how to fix this..

im ready to put this thing back in teh box and burn it.

any advice?
[HD7 General] Sultan1993:
if it's not installing by double click, then press right mouse button on zune intaller file and you'll find "unpack" or smth like that there. Unpack it and intall, it worked for me when i had those problems
[HD7 General] rysky007:
Good thought, what version of windows?

No unpack option for me.. just the basics, tried to run it in admin mode, same problem.
[HD7 General] prjkthack:
Are you using the light Zune install file or the full Zune installation file? Most installation problems can be resolved by using the full installation file mentioned on that Microsoft KB article you linked.

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...32-756a-4089-84f4-776ce7bbaff2&displaylang=en

I know I've had issues with some of the older versions of Zune, and now I just always download the full installations and I haven't run into such errors in years.
[HD7 General] rysky007:
Yes I have used that flie, once i run it it just tells me patch has been installed,

so then I retry the regular file and still get error, going to try and see if I can unpack the file as others have suggested.

Thank you for the replies.
[HD7 General] alodar1:
Why don't you call Zune support.......they read all of hte XDA suggestions...and have a few of their own !!! You can get the support number, http://zune.net/support
[myTouch 3G, Magic General] smoke_weed:
Well i just got my rogers magic+ and im on 2.1 so anyone know how to root ?
[myTouch 3G, Magic General] smoke_weed:
Buuuuuuumpppp ?