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I am first to admit I am a Android noob. I was too late to buy a N1 as I am not a developer, so I bought a Vibrant. I do enjoy it (when the GPS behaves). But it doesn't seem to run as smoothly as my friends N1. His Google Voice seems so much faster than mine. Navigation is quicker. Even browsing.
Is it possible to get a clean Android install on the Vibrant?
Is that what you guys are referring to as rooting or firmwares?
Is there a way to remove the daily briefing, Amazon MP3 and the other bloatware?
Yes, to have the stock "vanilla" Google experience it would require a root.
If you do not want to root I suggest Launcher Pro its the closest you can get to the vanilla experience without rooting. It also made my vibrant a hell lot snappier VS touchwiz crap.
PathogenX said:
Yes, to have the stock "vanilla" Google experience it would require a root.
If you do not want to root I suggest Launcher Pro its the closest you can get to the vanilla experience without rooting. It also made my vibrant a hell lot snappier VS touchwiz crap.
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Or.. ADW Launcher, I prefer ADW Launcher.. to be honest, USE BOTH. I know a lot of people suggest Launcher Pro for whatever reasons, ADW Launcher is about the same, if not better. It depends on the person and how they want to use their phone. And "touchwiz" crap is honestly NOT that bad. I enjoy the notification bars with the toggle wifi/silent/gps etc.
zephiK said:
Or.. ADW Launcher, I prefer ADW Launcher.. to be honest, USE BOTH. I know a lot of people suggest Launcher Pro for whatever reasons, ADW Launcher is about the same, if not better. It depends on the person and how they want to use their phone. And "touchwiz" crap is honestly NOT that bad. I enjoy the notification bars with the toggle wifi/silent/gps etc.
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I never got accustomed to ADW. Preferred the look of LP more anyways.
Also the wifi/silent/gps toggle and notification bar are still there even if you are using LP.
It keeps the nice features of TW but gets rid of that iPhone looking interface.
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I never got accustomed to ADW. Preferred the look of LP more anyways.
Also the wifi/silent/gps toggle and notification bar are still there even if you are using LP.
It keeps the nice features of TW but gets rid of that iPhone looking interface.
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They honestly don't look that separate from appearances at all. And I know that they're there but they're implemented WITHIN TouchWiz. The TouchWiz launcher is only ONE part of TouchWiz. You were blatantly insulting the whole (I guess you would call), "TouchWiz experience." With a "Google Experience" the toggle wifi/silent/gps etc aren't there.
I'm just saying that ADW Launcher and Launcher Pro depends on the person and that you shouldn't be so biased on saying "oh try launcher pro" because they're honestly both good. It just depends on the person's personality. Some people may enjoy the extra settings that ADW Launcher provide and its also Open Source, which can be a big deal for some people.
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Or.. ADW Launcher, I prefer ADW Launcher.. to be honest, USE BOTH. I know a lot of people suggest Launcher Pro for whatever reasons, ADW Launcher is about the same, if not better. It depends on the person and how they want to use their phone. And "touchwiz" crap is honestly NOT that bad. I enjoy the notification bars with the toggle wifi/silent/gps etc.
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So if I root, I can remove the unwanted apps? I notice slacker and Amazon mp3 running all the time. I've never even launched or signed into either of them
How would I get the original Google apps that Samsung and T-mobile replaced with their own?
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So if I root, I can remove the unwanted apps? I notice slacker and Amazon mp3 running all the time. I've never even launched or signed into either of them
How would I get the original Google apps that Samsung and T-mobile replaced with their own?
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Yes if you root you can remove the 'bloatware' applications that come pre-installed with the phone. There are threads on XDA in regards about it, you can either use Root Explorer or ADB. Do some searching on the forums and I'm sure that you'll find it! Because it's a pain to explain how it SDK works and all that. Check out the stickied thread in the General forums and it'll briefly describe about how to remove bloatware.
Samsung/T-Mobile did not replace the Google applications at all, the google applications are never removed. I think you're misconceiving it with something else. The google applications are applications such as but not limited to: YouTube, Gmail, Account Sync and all things of that sort. Samsung basically just redesigned it so the UI looks "better" in their eyes (not saying that it does or anything but thats what Samsung believes in).
T-Mobile did not replace anything. All they did was change the market with the third tab as T-Mobile rather than Downloads. However they did add 'bloatware' as 30-day trials and things of that sort.
Hi, can someone explain what functionality is lost when using an alternative launcher such as Nova with the Note 3?
I am not a big fan of the touchwiz but this phone serves my every other purpose. what am i losing with nova?
Also, Are there other ways to closer resemble AOSP that i can do? (without rooting)
TYIA
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Hi, can someone explain what functionality is lost when using an alternative launcher such as Nova with the Note 3?
I am not a big fan of the touchwiz but this phone serves my every other purpose. what am i losing with nova?
Also, Are there other ways to closer resemble AOSP that i can do? (without rooting)
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There are a couple of things that are lost when you swap to a custom launcher, one of the main ones is that you cannot use all of the "S Widgets" that Samsung provide. You cannot keep the genuine Samsung look either ( obv )
If you move to a custom launcher whether it is Nova, Apex, or any of the other alternatives, you can create a whole new look, AOSP, Windows Phone 8, or iOS. Each has their different benefits and pitfalls, but it is all about finding the launcher that you are happy with and does what you requite in a launcher.
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There are a couple of things that are lost when you swap to a custom launcher, one of the main ones is that you cannot use all of the "S Widgets" that Samsung provide. You cannot keep the genuine Samsung look either ( obv )
If you move to a custom launcher whether it is Nova, Apex, or any of the other alternatives, you can create a whole new look, AOSP, Windows Phone 8, or iOS. Each has their different benefits and pitfalls, but it is all about finding the launcher that you are happy with and does what you requite in a launcher.
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Do you get to keep the split screen multitasking feature using other launchers?
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Do you get to keep the split screen multitasking feature using other launchers?
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Yes, the only thing I can think of that you will lose by moving to a custom launcher is a few of the samsung-specific widgets (namely the clock/weather widget) and the swipe-up gesture to launch their 'my magazine' thing. If you truly care, replacement widgets can be found in the play store that will be similar to the samsung widgets you lose, and most launchers allow you to define your own gestures and what they do, so you can create a swipe-up gesture of your own to launch the my magazine app.
To clarify, there is no issue with the included applications samsung bundles, those will all still work as normal and will show up in the new launcher's app drawer (s health, s voice, scrapbook, my magazine, etc)
So action memo will still work? Also, don't you lose page buddy if you switch launchers?
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Hey,
I have come from an iPod Touch to a kfire to a nexus 7 and now I am using a bit my iTouch again and would like to ask you guys if you know any proper iOS styled launchers or a complete N7 ROM.
List that I tried and think are crap: Eisper Launcher, Turbo Launcher and fake iPhone 5S
I would like a launcher that is scaled properly for tablets and that is atleast slightly appealing to my eyes.
Also, is there a Cydia alternative for Android?
I use Nova launcher which gives a lot of flexibility. While I can't see why anyone would want an iOS theme on there (yes, tastes vary!), I did find several OS theme packs via a Google search. For example:
http://www.idroidspace.com/download-apple-ios-7-theme-for-android/
so there are a lot of third party launchers out there, what do you vote for as the best and why??
i currently use nova launcher but i want to try another launcher for my s5
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Latest Nova Launcher beta with Pixel style icon pack.
I like stock Pixel look better than Nexus look.
launcher
I am currently using CM 3d launcher. I have grown accustomed to using. I like when someone picks up my phone to try and find stuff it's hard cause they don't know where to look.
I'm using evie it is similar to ASAP launcher, I like the intuitive design compared with other launchers out there
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so there are a lot of third party launchers out there, what do you vote for as the best and why??
i currently use nova launcher but i want to try another launcher for my s5
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I've tried many.... I keep going back to nova.... easiest and most customization....
what launcher you are using and why
I have used many launchers and it seems though some are smaller size wise most use up to the 123mb that TW uses (this includes unread plugins and such) even Trebuchet from CM is using from 99-122mb.
Just wondering if there is a gem hiding that I havent used
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Zeam- too old has issues now
Nova- memory hog
Apex- out of date
Lightning- uses alot of memory
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Touchwiz! ?
Stuck on GoLauncher... I know it's heavy , but so used to it.. Will move to something simpler soon
Nova prime is still the best, it's been regularly updated and has the best customizations. Every launcher is a memory hog, so you might as well choose the best lol
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Been using Nova launcher for years now and have never regretted my decision, even after using alternatives like golauncher, apex, trebuchet, etc I would still find myself reinstalling nova. Another reason for my love for it is the constant updates and implementation of new animations each time a new Android version comes out, it is versatile and as surprised as I am to hear people point out is a memory hog this is one issue I have never experienced.
true would be nice though to have a truly light weight launcher.
Using Mihome launcher
Nova launcher, prime. Worth the donation, and the devs maintain it. I bought ADW a long time ago, but it's growing cobwebs.
Anybody use the sense 7 launcher and apps?
Nova
Nova, because of the ability to have a scrollable dock. I have 5 pages (25 icons) there, so I almost never need to use the app drawer.
I love the tsf 3d launcher and use it with the lines icon pack. Comes with its own weather widget which I love
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Smart launcher works best for me
I know that I'm inviting hate by saying it, but I'm using the Google Now Launcher on my Galaxy Note 4 N910T. Used Nova religiously my my GS3 and Note 2, then got a Nexus 5 on launch day and got hooked on Google Now. Haven't really tried anything since, though I might revisit the launcher scene if I'm looking to change things up.
I'm still on stock ROM, but using Nova Launcher. I think I misread the poll and voted stock. Sorry.
Nova or Apus launcher
no hate for the Google now laucher, if you use it as its meant it is pretty sweet and has good functionality. I myself tried out Windows launcher wasn't super impressed that's why I use android lol