Will we ever be able to change the 'theme' in iOS 11?
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badelhas
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Re: iOS 11 still can't change theme?
Cheers
Exactly. Inverting color has nothing to do with it.
Cheers
IF folks really want this feature added to the OS, best bet is to send Apple feedback suggesting it! 
https://www.apple.com/feedback/#mn_p
https://www.apple.com/feedback/#mn_p
Quis89
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Re: iOS 11 still can't change theme?
Let's not trick ourselves into thinking the addition of themes would ruin the experience. It absolutely could be done. And it also does add to the user experience, which is anything the "user" "experiences" while using their device. There are many people who would welcome the addition of themes as a means to differentiate their devices. As someone who worked in the wireless industry, that was a common request/concern from people (primarily women) using Android inquiring about the iOS experience.
And the word "gimmick" is over used. 90% of what our phones do are "gimmicks". Doesn't make those things any less useful or desired.
Let's not trick ourselves into thinking the addition of themes would ruin the experience. It absolutely could be done. And it also does add to the user experience, which is anything the "user" "experiences" while using their device. There are many people who would welcome the addition of themes as a means to differentiate their devices. As someone who worked in the wireless industry, that was a common request/concern from people (primarily women) using Android inquiring about the iOS experience.
And the word "gimmick" is over used. 90% of what our phones do are "gimmicks". Doesn't make those things any less useful or desired.
Tartarus
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Apparently. And the fun part is it’s only supported on the older versions. Those jailbreakers willingly choose for less features just to have a half baked jailbroken device
vanko987
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Brian Embry
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Re: iOS 11 still can't change theme?
I agree with this answer. I don't see why the user experience would be any less by adding themes. I would love to be able move my icons around on my iPad. I think that a sizable group of people would love to be able to customize the launcher just even a little bit. Myself included. Apple could learn a few things from Android and vice versa...
badelhas
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Quis89
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Re: iOS 11 still can't change theme?
I agree. I've themed my Galaxy S8, and if I'm being honest...within the last month and a half, my iPhone has frozen and randomly reset on my twice while my S8 has been completely smooth. So, in my opinion, the argument of clunkiness and instability as it relates to Android isn't what some make it seem. Apple has done some impressive things with their software. I believe they could enhance the user experience by adding themes and increased customization while still offering a smooth OS experience.
I agree. I've themed my Galaxy S8, and if I'm being honest...within the last month and a half, my iPhone has frozen and randomly reset on my twice while my S8 has been completely smooth. So, in my opinion, the argument of clunkiness and instability as it relates to Android isn't what some make it seem. Apple has done some impressive things with their software. I believe they could enhance the user experience by adding themes and increased customization while still offering a smooth OS experience.
IF folks really want this feature added to the OS, best bet is to send Apple feedback suggesting it!
https://www.apple.com/feedback/#mn_p
Seriously???....I better hurry up and send this suggestion in (laughing), Thanks for the suggestion...LOL
Ruurd Pels
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Yeah I can see it being a time waster constantly changing things around. I never did change the launcher on my Pixel and rarely moved apps around. Once I get it set the way I like I am pretty much good. I also didn't like a bunch of widgets on my main home screen. I had them on a separate screen so it was very similar to how iOS handles widgets.
Tinkernaught
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Re: iOS 11 still can't change theme?
Yes, it's a time-waster. But some people enjoy it. So if Apple wants to spend the development time to satisfy those requests I won't mind. I'll most likely ignore the new feature—I care about what happens after I open an app, not about the cosmetics of the home screen—but I won't object if it makes some people happy.
Yes, it's a time-waster. But some people enjoy it. So if Apple wants to spend the development time to satisfy those requests I won't mind. I'll most likely ignore the new feature—I care about what happens after I open an app, not about the cosmetics of the home screen—but I won't object if it makes some people happy.
Ruurd Pels
Member
Re: iOS 11 still can't change theme?
The point is that you cannot have both. Just generalising here but people tend to think that that kind of functionality comes for free. No it does not. You can provide customisation of the interface OR you can make your phone OS safer, faster and more frugal with energy. But not both. Alas we all tend to be spoiled whiny brats that say "hey if you don't give me what I want I will go and buy something else" without realising what the trade-off is.
The point is that you cannot have both. Just generalising here but people tend to think that that kind of functionality comes for free. No it does not. You can provide customisation of the interface OR you can make your phone OS safer, faster and more frugal with energy. But not both. Alas we all tend to be spoiled whiny brats that say "hey if you don't give me what I want I will go and buy something else" without realising what the trade-off is.
Ramrunner73
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Not QUITE true - these are all stock Android or so damn near stock it works the same:
Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P
HTC 10
Motorola MotoZ, Moto G4
OnePlus 3T 5
ZTE Axon
And I'm sure there's more. You use one of these then pick up another it will not feel foreign I assure you.
BUT
I absolutely get your point. iOS has a consistent GUI along the whole iPhone line.
If you get an Android hanset with STOCK Android it is the same thing though.
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