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What's everyone using and why? I ran launcher pro free before I rooted long ago. After that I switched to adw ex, I love adw! The options for screen transitions are awesome, seems to be very fast and light. Recently ive been trying aosp launcher, which I just can't seem to fall in love with, doesn't seem like there is any options for customization, mainly for the dock, as I don't like having the browser on my dock. What other options are there? I don't really remember what launcher pro was like, thinking about buying it to try it out. Whose still using touch wiz?
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I'm using Launcher Pro, I was using touch wiz untill I discovered that you could change the dock with LP... that's what sold me really. Cosmetics lol. Another feature I like is being able to hide apps in the listing.. it's nice if your using the bloated froyo, like I am at the moment, and don't want to go through and uninstall everything.
I was loving adw ex as well ... then launcher pro added the screen transitions in its last release. I REALLY like the Widgets it comes with . And you can download a modded version on xda that changes the look of them making them much more attractive.
I still have adw ex installed. But probably won't go back unless it adds something new. I just find launcher pro to be smoother. And being able to make your own dock really makes it your own.
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I'm still rocking the TouchWiz. I've tried out several of the others, but I just can't stand the vertically scrolling list (it makes it much harder to find anything IMO). I just hugely prefer the horizontal pages (a la iOS). The homescreens themselves I really don't have much of a preference about, they're all fairly similar in how I use them (basically just the Google News & Weather widget at the top, Android 2.3 music player control under that, then browser/gmail/camera/battery widget under that, and FB + LED Torch widget on the bottom right (with 2 empty spots). I switch around applications too frequently to really be able to have a list of apps that I use a lot that wouldn't really end up being most of my apps.
Every time I try something else out, I keep coming back to LauncherPro Plus -- in no small part due to the absolutely awesome widgets.
ADW used to run a little quicker than LP, but ADW seems to have gotten slower over time as more features were added. ADW EX was supposed to be a big improvement, but I don't think it actually is (and it's more confusing to use).
At this point, the only thing ADW (both regular and EX) has that LP doesn't is the TouchWiz homescreen re-sorting interface. That doesn't bother me at all, though, as once my homescreens are set up they stay that way.
And, the LP developer is working on a complete, from-scratch re-coding (all the current launchers are based on Google's launcher code with modifications and stuff added on, so there's only so much they can do to them) that's supposed to be dramatically speedier and more flexible... so I don't see myself switching to ADW or any other launcher in the near future.
Launcher Pro <3
I bought the plus version but mostly as a way to support the developer. I don't even bother unlocking it half the time
ADW is nice, too, I just prefer LP. Either is worlds better than TWiz. The latest version of LP adds several transition options, and a major rewrite of the whole thing based on newer code is in the works (at least that's my understanding)
Launcher Pro is my favorite so far. I tried ADW but like being able to side scroll and have transparent shortcuts on my homescreen. The only thing I dont like is that I'm not able access ALL widgets on my phone. I kinda liked the buddies now rolodex. Maybe its user error on my part. Does anyone know about accessing all widgets with LP?
I think I answered my own question about other widgets, in the launcherpro forums is says that some of those TWiz widgets do not and will not work, guess I need to get the donate version. Why not, I love the app.
LP, but people on DL30 might want to try out TouchwizGTG, a modded replacement for Samsung stock. It should let you use all the TW widgets.
I bought launcher pro plus, I like it alright, id be in love if I could do transparent drawer
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And if I could make a swype down gesture open the notification panel
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I'm on Launcher Pro with DL30. Running it for a few days and like it over touchwiz. Before updating to Froyo I was using Go Launcher on DL09 and that one was decent too.
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Go Launcher
Try Go Launcher
I found out about this a little while ago and Its awesome. Its like a little of everything with the best parts of everything.
I tried Go Launcher briefly, but went back to Launcher Pro. Why? Well, the ADW-like features made it tempting, but I immediately missed the widgets. I found some third party ones that are essentially a ripoff of the Launcher Pro ones, but they clearly inferior. Also, screen transitions were much rougher, and its method for adding app icons to homescreens is not very user friendly. There were pluses as well, but overall, Launcher Pro feels much more polished, so I'm sticking with it. I have not tried ADW Ex yet, and it looks enticing, but I'm back to no LP widgets again. I'm content to keep using LP, knowing that a major rewrite is on the way with lots of new features.
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Launcher Pro Plus calendar widget... done
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The calender widget is awesome, screen transitions seem smoother as well. Can't wait for a transparent drawer, and maybe some more transitions.
I like having just one home screen, and a simple app drawer, that way it's easy to find everything. So for me it's Launcher Pro.
If there is a thread for this, I'm sorry in advance...... what launcher does everyone use on their dx? I'm using lpp but I put go launcher on my gfs optimus and its pretty sweet.... I'm just hesitant to switch to go launcher cuz i've spent so much time using lpp.... with all these launchers out now (lpp, adw, regina, zeam, go launcher, spb) what's everyone using?
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I used LPP for a long time but recently switched to Launcher 7. I've also used ADW, ADW EX, Go Launcher, etc. I've enjoyed LPP and 7 the most so far.
I've been happily using LauncherPro Plus for a long time.
I've used other launchers such as Go Launcher Ex, ADE Ex, and Launcher 7, and they're all work exceptionally but LauncherPro is always the best for me, and I don't see why I should fix what's not broken.
One day I may go back and try other launchers and decide on a different one, but for now I'm staying with LauncherPro.
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I switch between launcher 7 and adw ex
Nothing is as fast, or uses UI caching as well as, LauncherPro. I keep going back to it even though I've tried like, every other launcher in existence, lol. I'd love it if LPP had more options, Go Launcher Ex has a ton of awesome extra stuff but I don't use it because it's just not as snappy.
Google REALLY needs to build hardware GUI acceleration + caching into the core of Android. It is becoming a hindrance to the growth of the operating system. Plenty of people still pick the iPhone just because the UI feels silky smooth, and there's no reason Android can't natively have that.
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Nothing is as fast, or uses UI caching as well as, LauncherPro. I keep going back to it even though I've tried like, every other launcher in existence, lol. I'd love it if LPP had more options, Go Launcher Ex has a ton of awesome extra stuff but I don't use it because it's just not as snappy.
Google REALLY needs to build hardware GUI acceleration + caching into the core of Android. It is becoming a hindrance to the growth of the operating system. Plenty of people still pick the iPhone just because the UI feels silky smooth, and there's no reason Android can't natively have that.
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I hope that once the dev is finished doing the rewrite of LauncherPro that he will incorporate more features and options. Plus, after the rewrite it will probably be speedier and snappier (hopefully).
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Launcher Pro, hands down best launcher. Fast, clean, and most importantly snappy.
Yeah, I do hope the rewrite for lp is good, it is taking him quite a bit of time to do it so hopefully its worth the wait...
Used go launcher for a lil bit last night, was back on lpp in an hour
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I hope you all have purchased LPP! I have even though I still use none of the paid features, lol. He deserves it.
Launcher Pro is the best.
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I used Launcher Pro for a long time, then they came out with an update that seemed to "brick" mine and my wife's phone and helped push her over the edge to going back to an iPhone. Ever since then I've been using ADW and have been very happy with the results.
I've been using LP for a couple of months and love it. I downloaded ADW a couple of weeks ago, but didn't realize it's not easy to switch back and forth, even with Homeswitcher. Tonight, I decided to play around with ADW, so I cleared the preference and switched over. I have to say that LP is WAY better than ADW except for the thousands of themes available for ADW. Does anyone know if I can use the ADW icon theme packs with LP? I found some really awesome free themes tonight that I want to use with LP. ColorWarp ADW, Eyefold, Fluxed ADW Theme, Crack, Shag, and y0rk's green and black ADW themes are all really beautiful. I like LP because you can do much more with it like change the docks with custom docks, have 3 pages of docks, and use custom widget themes. If I could use the ADW icon theme packs with LP, I would be in HEAVEN! lol. Would it work???
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I've been using LP for a couple of months and love it. I downloaded ADW a couple of weeks ago, but didn't realize it's not easy to switch back and forth, even with Homeswitcher. Tonight, I decided to play around with ADW, so I cleared the preference and switched over. I have to say that LP is WAY better than ADW except for the thousands of themes available for ADW. Does anyone know if I can use the ADW icon theme packs with LP? I found some really awesome free themes tonight that I want to use with LP. ColorWarp ADW, Eyefold, Fluxed ADW Theme, Crack, Shag, and y0rk's green and black ADW themes are all really beautiful. I like LP because you can do much more with it like change the docks with custom docks, have 3 pages of docks, and use custom widget themes. If I could use the ADW icon theme packs with LP, I would be in HEAVEN! lol. Would it work???
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why yes i believe you can >> http://www.droid-life.com/2011/05/1...erpro-beta-includes-app-drawer-icon-skinning/
Is anyone else running LPP with the leaked 5.88 having tons of forceclose issues? I LOVE LPP but when i try to show off it makes my DX look like a clunky P.O.S. - not cool!
Really?when I had the .588 leak it worked fine?? I've moved up to the .596 now and its buttery smooth.
swyped with one thumb on my DX.
I use adw ex and I love it. So much customization.
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why yes i believe you can >> http://www.droid-life.com/2011/05/1...erpro-beta-includes-app-drawer-icon-skinning/
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I started using Open Home 6, and it's WAY better than any of them! It's the only app I've found that lets you take screen shots without rooting. Plus, it lets you customize each icon and all of the fonts for everything..
What's the fastest launcher? And most customizable launcher
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What's the fastest launcher? And most customizable launcher
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I'd say Open Home 6. It's way faster than ADW and super customizable. You can customize fonts and individual icons
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I started using Open Home 6, and it's WAY better than any of them! It's the only app I've found that lets you take screen shots without rooting. Plus, it lets you customize each icon and all of the fonts for everything..
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Only good thing about open home 6 is the screen shot is built in, but it transitions to slow
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Which one do you prefer? I will put it as default in FroyoBread
Note: No paid apps.
For me laucher pro should stay it has best speed
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LPP is my favorite, anyway Zeam Launcher isn't too bad ^^
Why not include stock launcher/Arc launcher? Those are pretty good ones, and people are used to them. Also by using the stock one maybe more people will go ahead and try your rom. But out of that list Launcher Pro is the best.
Launcher Pro for me, It is the Fastest Launcher i have ever tried and i paid for its Unlock Code
Suggestion: Zeam launcher! :d
LPP.. its fast!
I'm for stock launcher or Arc launcher too!!
vote for Go Launcher
its free but fast and powerfull launcher
Vote for ADW - stock CM launcher.
We should stay with Launcher Pro
voted for LP.
Go launcher sweet.
Go launcher is the one with less lag at startup phone
adw launcher has a lot of themes and is super fast.the best for me
Well, I'm always deleting stock launcher anyway as I have GO launcher EX installed. Just by the way, EX version is free in the market now, I don't know if they even still provide the non-EX version. I believe they decided to earn money on themes
E: I voted for GO launcher of course, but I think that it could be a good idea to get a stock android one, so that people who use launcher pro plus have no problems with installing it
Launcher Pro the best , smooth and stable even you use paid or not paid application..
Vote for Launcher2 because it's stock..
If someone wants the other launcher, then let install best launcher for themselves
I guess stock launcher would be good so that people who have lpp can install it easily without being face palmed by the "system application can't be removed" message
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@ Doxianh: i use LPP so everytime i install another launcher then delete apk for launcherpro in system/app then install launcherProPlus.
already voted for launcherPro
go launcher ex, launcher pro? which one is the most stable and less baterry consuming?
thank you
ADW Launcher and then use spare parts to increase transitions
I would go with launcher pro if stability and battery is the main focus.
But, ADW and Go Launcher EX is meant for hardcore themers. But, you will be impressed with both.
thank you but does launcher pro include any app drawer like this in go launcher ex? i really liked it, especially recently used tab
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thank you but does launcher pro include any app drawer like this in go launcher ex? i really liked it, especially recently used tab
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GO Launcher is by far the best. Launchers shouldn't affect battery life and GO does much more than ADW or LauncherPro. If you need the recent apps just hold the home button. I have had multiple problems with LauncherPro, whenever I update an app it FCs and FCs on startup as well. ADW is very slow with home screen transitions and GO does everything, and better than the others.
Just trying to get an overview of user experience with GO Launcher and apps on the desire.
Personally I find it very smooth and responsive. Is there better out there?
I own a HTC Desire, it's smooth enough, but if you starting using lot's of widgets and so on it gets heavier. It does a good job for all the fancy stuff tho. And pretty cool themes too.
I use it too. I found that it's the most polished launcher for gingerbread.
some unavailable feature
1. since they develop the launcher, they should be able to build full screen animation for its weather widget.
2. The unlocker screen cannot trigger the animation. So even the great HTC clock cannot have the animation.
Interesting points. I'm using it on ICS, works well, seems smoother than stock launcher. I'm using HD widgets for the clock and weather (full screen). Im trying the GO Launcher HD for tablets on my tf101 eepad, quite impressed with it.
I don't know about ICS. While I found it to be the best on GB on ICS I would recommend Apex.
I also use GO Launcher for HTC Desire. I didn't found another launcher to move better. Best so far...
for me it is the smoother and most customisable launcher.
I used ADW and ADW EX for a really long time. But then switched over to GO Launcher EX.
It's fast, stable, smooth and has a lot of features. For me the best decision...
very nice launcher!
I first used, and bought, Launcher Pro, don't remember the reason but I changed to Go Launcher after about 6 months. I used it for over a year, until I flashed to ICS and now JB, and I use Nova. Was really happy with Go Launcher, but Nova was pre-installed so I decided to try it, and it is really awesome.
I found go launcher consumes too much memory for a HTC Desire and it crashes a lot.
I really like it, but I have better
go launcher is bad launcher
Best launcher for gb imo. I just use basic flip effect as 3d can lag but otherwise it's great. Mildwild Rom.
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Which is the best launcher?
I'd say the smoothest launcher now is Nova Launcher.
Works like a charm for me. Has all the options I need.
This is my opinion!
Check here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1389071
I agree that nova is the better launcher (I run it on my gnex) but found it lagged my desire somewhat, hence sticking with go. Even go does somewhat with visual settings using certain effects, rooted using Mildwild.
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I used this launcher before i flashed a MildWild ROM. Now i just use the Xperia launcher from this ROM
Ever since I discovered GO I never liked any other launcher. Tried them all, but u will never get so many customizations with others. Plus it has gesture controls. FOR FREE!
I'm using CM7.2. Deleted that ADW crap from CM ROM and installed GO Launcher EX instead. In fact, I also use GO Contacts, GO SMS, GO Keyboard, GO Locker and Toucher.
The GO Team is the best!
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