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Is there an easy way to uninstall or just disable the Dell Stage UI? It BLOWS. I have an AT&T Unlocked Streak w/QDLTool Froyo 2.2. I like the basic OS, but this Stage thing is terrible. I tried looking through different threads, and the only thing I have seen so far is to flash something else.
It seems as though Dell Stage is an app, as I found it in the system file under apps.
Thanks
Download another launcher
Launcherpro
Go launcher
Zeam
Ads launcher
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After installing other launcher, next time you press home button it will ask which app to launch, select the launcher you would like, make sure you select the check box for default selection. You might need to do this for some other actions too, but once done the launcher will get executed from next time.
I have tried 3 or 4 other but din't find any better. Slidescreen looks good but not enough to replace.
Go with ADW Launcher EX. They just came out with the EX Edition. Its Really Really Nice. Then, download Home Switcher from the Market. Either way, once you set the different launcher as your default launcher, it will launch that one everytime.
Note: Be sure to delete everything off the Stage UI so theres no widgets or any icons on the screens. Then just keep all of the stuff added on our other launchers screen.
If you are rooted, you can use another launcher and delete Stage with Ti Backup. I used the "freeze" feature to make sure it was okay and it was fine for me.
sempermarine29 said:
Is there an easy way to uninstall or just disable the Dell Stage UI? It BLOWS. I have an AT&T Unlocked Streak w/QDLTool Froyo 2.2. I like the basic OS, but this Stage thing is terrible. I tried looking through different threads, and the only thing I have seen so far is to flash something else.
It seems as though Dell Stage is an app, as I found it in the system file under apps.
Thanks
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Ah good. Just deleted mine. Wasn't sure I was able to delete it without side effects. I have frozen dell sync. Don't need it but not sure I have to keep that. Anyone know?
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How about the dell backup app. Can I delete that too?
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sn707 said:
If you are rooted, you can use another launcher and delete Stage with Ti Backup. I used the "freeze" feature to make sure it was okay and it was fine for me.
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So you deleted it?
I have Titanium and almost deleted Stage but feared a side effect.
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CGI_Ram said:
So you deleted it?
I have Titanium and almost deleted Stage but feared a side effect.
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Yeah, im using ADW EX make sure you have another launcher set as the default and you you can delete stage with no problems. Im on 2.2 318 with Perf fix. But, back it up and freeze it first just to make sure.
Terrigno said:
Go with ADW Launcher EX. They just came out with the EX Edition. Its Really Really Nice. Then, download Home Switcher from the Market. Either way, once you set the different launcher as your default launcher, it will launch that one everytime.
Note: Be sure to delete everything off the Stage UI so theres no widgets or any icons on the screens. Then just keep all of the stuff added on our other launchers screen.
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ADW Launcher EX is superb (just like Compiz and Beryl on Ubuntu ) thanks for sujesting, I didnt know it was released.
fig_jam_uk said:
ADW Launcher EX is superb (just like Compiz and Beryl on Ubuntu ) thanks for sujesting, I didnt know it was released.
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loads of comments on the market place saying that Launcher Pro is better than ADW EX.
Anyone with experience of both launchers out there with a recommendation??
sn707 said:
Yeah, im using ADW EX make sure you have another launcher set as the default and you you can delete stage with no problems. Im on 2.2 318 with Perf fix. But, back it up and freeze it first just to make sure.
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I have the exact same build as you.
Thanks for the feedback.
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cheetah2k said:
loads of comments on the market place saying that Launcher Pro is better than ADW EX.
Anyone with experience of both launchers out there with a recommendation??
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I think it's just personal preference. I prefer launcher pro plus. They are both good alternative launcher. Try them both then decide for yourself. You can use the free versions to get an idea.
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First let me say I'm not rooted. With that out of the way, are there any home launchers that are optimized for this tegra 2 phone? I've used ADW, Launcher pro, and Go Launcher and all 3 of them ran slightly slower than just using the stock launcher.
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Since dual core is so new there are no launchers or even many apps that make any use of the extra power
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Unfortunately that's what I was afraid of. Has anyone had any success with a home launcher running fast and smoothly on a non rooted atrix?
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GO Launcher EX ran fast on my non-rooted Atrix. There are a lot of settings for GO Launcher and I just set all the transitions to the fastest settings and it ran fine. I didn't notice any lag at all. I'm rooted now and I'm still using GO Launcher EX.
In fact I'm using all their add-ons for SMS, Dialer, Weather, Score, etc and they all run pretty fast on the Atrix.
omnius1 said:
Unfortunately that's what I was afraid of. Has anyone had any success with a home launcher running fast and smoothly on a non rooted atrix?
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When you installed the launcher, did you remove all the widgets you had on the stock launcher? If you didn't, they'll still be there running even when you use a new launcher. Remove everything then add the new launcher and set it up the way you like. Should be a lot smoother.
Also, have you tried Zeam? It's fairly minimal but quick.
Evil.Bonsai said:
When you installed the launcher, did you remove all the widgets you had on the stock launcher? If you didn't, they'll still be there running even when you use a new launcher. Remove everything then add the new launcher and set it up the way you like. Should be a lot smoother.
Also, have you tried Zeam? It's fairly minimal but quick.
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Or he could just freeze the stock launcher with titanium backup that works well.
Evil.Bonsai said:
When you installed the launcher, did you remove all the widgets you had on the stock launcher? If you didn't, they'll still be there running even when you use a new launcher. Remove everything then add the new launcher and set it up the way you like. Should be a lot smoother.
Also, have you tried Zeam? It's fairly minimal but quick.
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Yeah, I went through all the usual proper steps. Just for kicks I just reinstalled go launcher a few hours ago. Within 1 hour it started freezing my phone causing my screen to either stutter or just go totally unresponsive. Going to go back to adw and see if it happens with that
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I have had no problems with ADW Launcher EX.
DK
DeathKoil said:
I have had no problems with ADW Launcher EX.
DK
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Same here. It's the best option for Android phones.
Do you think the Fancy Widget clock widget might be a problem? I've read that it does some funky freezing to some people.
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omnius1 said:
Do you think the Fancy Widget clock widget might be a problem? I've read that it does some funky freezing to some people.
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It's a strong possibility.
Since my Galaxy S, I've stopped using all running widgets.
Actually come to think of it, all my current icons are shortcuts which is probably why Launcher Pro runs as smooth as butter for me...
Gutterball said:
Or he could just freeze the stock launcher with titanium backup that works well.
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+1
My LWP runs MUCH smoother after freezing all the recommended stuff I'm on GingerBlur 3.5 BTW
JUST ROOT!!
Running adw ex.. noo slow downs whatsoever
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+1 for zeam, I've been using it for months now and its very smooth. It is very minimal by comparison to most others though.... which is what I was looking for actually.
Im using go launcher and having no problems whatsoever... I also use fancy widget on my home screen.
Have also used both lpp and adw* both ran pretty good as well. I just prefer go launcher
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omnius1 said:
First let me say I'm not rooted. With that out of the way, are there any home launchers that are optimized for this tegra 2 phone? I've used ADW, Launcher pro, and Go Launcher and all 3 of them ran slightly slower than just using the stock launcher.
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Root, flash GladiAtrix 3, then use ADW Launcher or Launcher Pro. I use both. You will see a significant speed increase.
Hmmm I might bite the bullet and do that. What's the best root method for a bell canadian atrix?
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omnius1 said:
Hmmm I might bite the bullet and do that. What's the best root method for a bell canadian atrix?
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Get to the french 2.1.1 sbf section and get to there... Its seriously fun
on a side note go launcher ex just got updated and there are some new app drawer animations that I like.
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Ive used both Launcher Pro Plus and GO Launcher EX extensively, and GO Launcher EX has been the smoothest, fastest, best launcher.
I can vouch for the new update with the Icon Transition in the app drawer, its pretty slick. Good stuff here.. not sure how the GO team keeps this stuff free.
same as post above, golauncher is just as good if not better than lp plus, and its free. no brainer
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Apex launcher. Its free on the market. Its been smooth with no FC's and I like the app drawer better than Nova or Trebuchet
The stock one
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I prefer to use nova launcher, trebuchet now is unable to uninstall apps using the drag and drop method. Nova is faster in my instance and able to run through the widget screens without lag
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I prefer to use nova launcher, trebuchet now is unable to uninstall apps using the drag and drop method. Nova is faster in my instance and able to run through the widget screens without lag
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+1 on nova but I just dont like the missing market. Icon in app drawer its not pure ics to me even tho it gives u three options. When u click. It
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estallings15 said:
Apex launcher. Its free on the market. Its been smooth with no FC's and I like the app drawer better than Nova or Trebuchet
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+1 Apex Launcher is smooth, and it also has all of Nova's Features and More. (Plus it's free )
I use the Nova launcher. Pretty close to ICS as I see it but the cube animation is a lot like golauncher which I use on my tablet.
I use the trebuchet, its the smoothest so far compared to all others
Been giving apex a go an its my new fave
IceColdGlacier®
I've been using nova but apex has such good reviews from what I've seen I'm downloading it now
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A use apex as well a like the way it gives you the options to back its settings up
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Sense launcher is my fave. Virtuous primadonna room is sweet!
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Stock Launcher.
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The stock one
The stock one
I use ADW Launcher EX. I don't like the look of stock launcher and ADW don't have any issues on ICS.
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I prefer Trebuchet launcher. Its very smooth
Apex is my new favorite. I just love all the options I get and it's really stable on my Glacier running IceColdInsomnia 6.2.1.
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I use ADW Launcher EX. I don't like the look of stock launcher and ADW don't have any issues on ICS.
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+1 to add, enabling the wallpaper hack bypasses any bugs with static wallpapers. No static wallpaper scrolling? ADW. Plus full settings backup and desktop configuration backup to SD card for us flash addicts.
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Since I am content running the Black Ice rom, I decided to use the zeam launcher that comes with it. I had to force myself to stop using GO Launcher, because i felt it was useless to change roms, if i was just going to put the same Launcher over it.
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I tried them all. At first I liked Nova but then switched to the default 'launcher' however after updating to zips 3.11, the default launcher no longer exists.
Hi guys, can you explain what a launcher is. If I add or use a launcher what happens to my stock launcher? Is it running in the background, use more battery? Will it keep my app arrangement in stock saved while I use a new launcher? Thanks for all the help I've been using stock ever since I used a Nexus.
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A launcher launches apps, app drawer, home screens, etc. If you install another launcher, you will be prompted which you want to use, stock or the one you downloaded. Not sure if the stock runs in the background, but i believe your set up will be the same if you delete your new launcher. Download one and try: for example, there's nova, adw, apex, etc.
Kick-Ass Joe said:
Hi guys, can you explain what a launcher is. If I add or use a launcher what happens to my stock launcher? Is it running in the background, use more battery? Will it keep my app arrangement in stock saved while I use a new launcher? Thanks for all the help I've been using stock ever since I used a Nexus.
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A launcher is where you find your home screens, widgets, apps, etc. If you download and install a third party launcher such as Apex or Nova your stock launcher is still there. It doesn't change unless you change it. You can do whatever you want with the third party launcher and it won't mess with your stock launcher setup. They are completely separate. It won't use more battery. It doesn't really run in the background. Sheen you first install the new launcher and press the home button a prompt for which launcher to use will come up. You can select the such launcher or the new one. You can also chose to use the option you pick just once, in case you want to test it out and go back and forth between launchers, or always if you decide you like the new launcher more.
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Thanks guys any recommendation which one to use?
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Kick-Ass Joe said:
Thanks guys any recommendation which one to use?
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I personally use Apex, but many people like Nova launcher. Those are the two titans. But there's a dozens of different launchers that offer different features and UI experiences.
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I've used adw, long ago, but now i've been using nova and enjoying it over stock.
I prefer apex. Apex and nova are pretty similar. Go launcher is nice because of all the theme packs but has a lot of extra add on programming I don't care for like there own app store. Adw I've never really used
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Just curious, what launcher do you prefer? The stock one or another one?
This regarding speed and performance.
Thanks.
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To me the stock launcher with stock keyboard ran a little sluggish to me. I went and installed nova prime and stock keyboard slugishness went away.
I'm hoping LG would polish some of bugs on their launcher to improve some performance as I kind of liking stock launcher.
Meanwhile I'm sticking to nova launcher.
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Always nova prime for me.
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Lucid Launcher for me!
Nova Prime!
Compared to Nova, the stock launcher is terrible.
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Nova Prime here. Wasn't happy with the default launcher.
I have been using Apex for a couple of years now (on mulitple devices, of course) and haven't had any issues. Seems to run smoothly enough with the VS986 variant.
I just tried using nova prime but when I go to use the stock messaging app it says it isn't installed. Any thoughts? VS986
I have a VS986 as well and apparently, when you agree to start using the message+ app, it ignores the stock one and pretends it isn't installed. I'm not 100% positive of that, but that seems to be the case with mine.
I use Nova prime for all of my devices as well as SwiftKey! They are super fast on the G4 and allow the amount of customising I need.
I found the stock one was OK, but Nova has much more configuration options, and is a little faster, so I'm using Nova Prime.
Today I'm using the stock launcher. It's OK for now, but I like Next Launcher. I see many here uses Nova, so I'm going to give it a try.
branj said:
I just tried using nova prime but when I go to use the stock messaging app it says it isn't installed. Any thoughts? VS986
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Go to the app settings and clear that particular app's cache. And also restore/import apps do crash on some apps. So might want to reset the nova launcher settings of everything else fails.
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branj said:
I just tried using nova prime but when I go to use the stock messaging app it says it isn't installed. Any thoughts? VS986
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I would try going into the app drawer and see if it works there... it could just be an icon on the desktop that doesn't know where or what the official name of the apk is. Then I would try the other suggestion that someone else posted before me.
Using apex
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mrcrusha829 said:
I would try going into the app drawer and see if it works there... it could just be an icon on the desktop that doesn't know where or what the official name of the apk is. Then I would try the other suggestion that someone else posted before me.
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Tried clearing cache, restarting nova, restarting phone, restarting messaging... No luck... I just downloaded textra and that works fine.
Nova Prime here too! Love it!
Nova!
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