I like the messages UI of empathy but still prefer the flexibility of pidgin. So, I used this tutorial to install pidgin webkit plugin with tiny modifications that make it even easier. This plugin make pidgin able to use adium styles (not all will work though). Here is how I proceeded :
Here is my november setup on my Asus eee 1101HA, running ubuntu jaunty (9.04) with gnome. I have to try a lighter environment because gnome eats too much memory, unfortunately no time at the moment. You’ll find below most of the used ressources in this setup.
Here’s a brand new theme for ayozone 2 columns, fixed width but larger than the old one. Bright colors make it clean and maybe more readable. There might have some bugs left, feel free to leave a comment here if you find some. (note: IE fixes aren’t yet implemented).
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