mhrf90
Well-Known Member
Since we don't (yet) have root I've been looking for ways to make the most out of this phone as is and long story short I've found ways to get rid of ads, transparent heads up notifications and stupidly huge everything.
For ads, install NetGuard and apply this host file. Ads gone.
For notifications, install Floatify and disable stock notifications. Works like a charm.
DPI can be changed through adb (so things don't look huge anymore). Enable USB debugging, plug your phone in and change DPI using the following command:
adb shell wm density DPI && adb reboot
Replace "DPI" to whatever you'd like. Default is 480 if you change your mind and want to reset it. I have it at 420; I think that's the sweet spot.
The stock screen lock will no longer work, unfortunately, but you can download one from the play store. I recommend Next since it works with our fingerprint reader. Keep in mind if you boot into safe mode you can bypass any custom lock screen; something to keep in mind if security is that much of a concern to you.
There's nearly no glitches with a lower DPI. I only found one and that's the navigation headsup notifications looking a little deformed but who really uses those anyways.
Finally if you have the patience to set it up, Status is the perfect replacement for the fugly stock status bar. I mean, it works OK as it comes, but it doesn't recognize colors properly in some apps but gives you the option to set it up to any color you like. Like I said, if you have patience this is perfect for you. I'm sure you hate the bloated stock status bar as much as me. Drop down notification menu is not changed with this app.
I noticed 0 performance and battery changes using these apps.
For ads, install NetGuard and apply this host file. Ads gone.
For notifications, install Floatify and disable stock notifications. Works like a charm.
DPI can be changed through adb (so things don't look huge anymore). Enable USB debugging, plug your phone in and change DPI using the following command:
adb shell wm density DPI && adb reboot
Replace "DPI" to whatever you'd like. Default is 480 if you change your mind and want to reset it. I have it at 420; I think that's the sweet spot.
The stock screen lock will no longer work, unfortunately, but you can download one from the play store. I recommend Next since it works with our fingerprint reader. Keep in mind if you boot into safe mode you can bypass any custom lock screen; something to keep in mind if security is that much of a concern to you.
There's nearly no glitches with a lower DPI. I only found one and that's the navigation headsup notifications looking a little deformed but who really uses those anyways.
Finally if you have the patience to set it up, Status is the perfect replacement for the fugly stock status bar. I mean, it works OK as it comes, but it doesn't recognize colors properly in some apps but gives you the option to set it up to any color you like. Like I said, if you have patience this is perfect for you. I'm sure you hate the bloated stock status bar as much as me. Drop down notification menu is not changed with this app.
I noticed 0 performance and battery changes using these apps.
