What's everyone's preferred launcher for their s8? Looking for a replacement for stock or google now launcher. Thanks for the input!
Nova Launcher has been and probably always will be my go to. Here's what my home screen looks like right now
Nova Prime...
Nova Prime also.
Nova Launcher Prime is the best
ADW2
Nova Launcher
Nova Prime or Next Launcher are my 2 favorites...
Nova Prime +1
You're looking for a replacement that looks like Google Now launcher or switching from stock or Google now launcher? If you're looking for a launcher like stock then why not Google Now Launcher?
Nexus/Pixel launcher. Sooooo much smoother than TouchWiz launcher. It's sad because the TW launcher looks wise is awesome now but animations are sometimes laggy, closing the Samsung browser has horrible lag in the animation.
If someone could edit the TW home.apk to have the same animations and buttery smooth like the pixel launcher that would be awesome! I'd be willing to donate towards the effort. I downloaded + installed Android studio but haven't really messed with it a lot yet.
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I've been using Apex for a few years, but Nova is starting to tweak my interest
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nova prime....for years yet..[emoji1] [emoji106]
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atvking said:
Nova Launcher has been and probably always will be my go to. Here's what my home screen looks like right now
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Very nice arrangement. Can you share the icon pack name?
Nova Prime gets my vote as well.
I use Nova prime. Tried the stock launcher for a while and it was okay but I couldn't stick with it.
I've been using Action Launcher and really enjoying it.
Evie launcher as it's small light weight and very smooth.
ayhamkh said:
Very nice arrangement. Can you share the icon pack name?
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Thanks, the icon pack is Spheroid. The weather widget is custom made in Zooper Pro. The search/date widget is included in Nova Launcher.
strker45 said:
What's everyone's preferred launcher for their s8? Looking for a replacement for stock or google now launcher. Thanks for the input!
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Nova launcher, so far the best
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Hi,
i used for 2 years an htc desire. i used launcherpro because it was fast etc. now ive got a s3 and would like to know if you use thwe stock launcher or if you use another launcher which one?
I'm using nova. Think there is one called apex that a lot of ppl are using as well. Check them both out.
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wileykat said:
I'm using nova. Think there is one called apex that a lot of ppl are using as well. Check them both out.
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I'm using Nova as well.
botellito said:
Hi,
i used for 2 years an htc desire. i used launcherpro because it was fast etc. now ive got a s3 and would like to know if you use thwe stock launcher or if you use another launcher which one?
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TouchWiz FTW. I have tried Nova and Apex and ended up back on TW. Sammy have done a good job with their launcher and it's widgets and features.
I like Apex, It has a load of options and is easy to find themes for.... Paid version has a few extras as per normal and works well with JB. Devs seem to jump on any issues pretty quick too...
Kangburra said:
TouchWiz FTW. I have tried Nova and Apex and ended up back on TW. Sammy have done a good job with their launcher and it's widgets and features.
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Me to
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Kangburra said:
TouchWiz FTW. I have tried Nova and Apex and ended up back on TW. Sammy have done a good job with their launcher and it's widgets and features.
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I completely agree with Kangburra. Stock Touchwiz is excellent.
BUT if you want to use another launcher, go for Apex Launcher. I've used Nova Launcher and I think Apex is much better. Just my opinion.
in terms of features : apex > nova > trebuchet > TW5 > stock android launcher
in terms of smoothness : stock android launcher > trebuchet > nova > TW5 > apex
my 2 cents
Apex
Nova Prime, hands down.
SS Launcher :thumbup:
Apex, Nova
I prefer Nova prime over Apex / TW.
But really looking forward to Action launcher's release. It looks promising.
"Best" <fill in the blank> threads are not allowed. It's subjective and what is personally the best for one person sucks for the other.
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Sorry to rehash these launcher topics.
I'm trying to decide between Holo HD and Nova Launcher.
I've read a few of these launcher threads and it seems that most people with a nexus 4, because we are lucky enough to have the stock launcher, prefer to use apex, holo HD or nova launcher.
I've tried out free versions of all three and I prefer nova launcher and holo HD over apex (because the nova/holo launcher menu is slightly more intuitive to me).
However, I can't really decide between nova launcher and holo HD.
What I'm mostly looking for
1) Being able to restore launcher settings (preferably homescreen layout & widgets [if possible]) quickly after flashing between roms? (I'm a somewhat frequent flasher and I change roms constantly).
2) Smoothness. I do feel these 3 launchers are all relatively smooth. I have heard that Holo launcher is a bit less memory intensive and a bit smoother (although these posts might be dated)
So I'm wondering which one of these 2 launchers do you prefer and why? OR do you have another launcher in mind that you would like to suggest? Thanks for your input and advice guys!
Themes section has launcher topics already. Look there
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Apex
Nova
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Try the new apex beta.
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mitchdickson said:
Try the new apex beta.
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What's different from apex 2 and apex 1?
mrjoeltan said:
What's different from apex 2 and apex 1?
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Read the change log in the apex thread. Good info there.
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Nova has always fixed my flashing addiction!
They are all exactly the same. Boring stock clones.
Stock launcher is slow and unresponsive to the touch, with zero customization. Try nova or apex, both have restore settings, and restore desktop features. Certainly not boring lol.
Been using Apex for the longest time.. but using Nova Launcher Prime.. both are good...
How many of you have replaced the default launcher on your S4? What launcher are you currently using?
I switched from the TouchWiz launcher to Nova Launcher. It now has the ability to utilize the "Transparent Status Bar." If you are using one of the stock wallpapers, your status bar can be transparent while you are in the launcher, just like TouchWiz.
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How many of you have replaced the default launcher on your S4? What launcher are you currently using?
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I've used go launcher for a long time. I'm thinking about switching to nova though. It seems like it has a lot of cool features.
Buzz Launcher ftw.
I've tried both Nova and Go on my S4. I liked both but am staying with Go for now. No big reason why. I just like some of the Go widgets better.
I use to use Nova all the time on my EVOs, but I didn't know if anyone noticed a performance degredation by switching launchers or not. I know until rolled Nova into my ROM on the EVO that it would chew down memory and slow down the device.
I use Nova.
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nivron said:
I switched from the TouchWiz launcher to Nova Launcher. It now has the ability to utilize the "Transparent Status Bar." If you are using one of the stock wallpapers, your status bar can be transparent while you are in the launcher, just like TouchWiz.
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I guess I'm in the minority but I use Apex launcher.
Hey nivron, or anyone using nova. Does that transparent nav bar feature only work on stock wallpaper? Or does user wallpaper show thru too? I'm willing to give Nova a run if so. I hate not having a transparent bar. And just confirming its the top bar with the clock/wif etc.?
Thanks
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I just tested it with one of my other wallpapers and it seemed to work for me.
roninep said:
I guess I'm in the minority but I use Apex launcher.
Hey nivron, or anyone using nova. Does that transparent nav bar feature only work on stock wallpaper? Or does user wallpaper show thru too? I'm willing to give Nova a run if so. I hate not having a transparent bar. And just confirming its the top bar with the clock/wif etc.?
Thanks
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Thanks nivron. Guess ill try out nova for a bit!
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Using TSF Shell.
I use Nova, too.
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Apex and Nova are the most popular, but I use ADW Ex for some of the options that the others don't have. Consensus is usually Apex is smoothest.
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I use nova as well. Try to make it look like touchwiz tho
use luncher pro all the time.
I use nova launcher prime. The best launcher to date in my opinion. Im not a fan of spending money but this one was worth it for the gestures, unread count, extra dock pages, and other features.
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I've been using Apex since my e4gt, don't see myself using anything either.
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inlineboy said:
Apex and Nova are the most popular,
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No offense to you or either of those launchers, but that is just not true. Go has between 50 and 100 million downloads. The other two are between 1 and 5 million downloads. Heck, Go has over 1.2 million reviews! So I'd say Go is, by far, the most popular.
My question to you all that have replaced your default launcher with the launcher of your choice is this:
Do you notice a higher memory consumption or an increase/decrease in lag vs the default / Touchwiz
For me, Nova is as fast, if not faster than TouchWiz. I didn't really think TouchWiz was really laggy though.
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My question to you all that have replaced your default launcher with the launcher of your choice is this:
Do you notice a higher memory consumption or an increase/decrease in lag vs the default / Touchwiz
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Post here which third party launcher you guys are using
I'm using inspire launcher & it works so smooth
Touchwiz ...and forever touchwiz
I usually use Google Launcher with Xposed GEL settings
but as for third party launchers, I prefer Inspire Launcher or Next Launcher
On a side note, "Best" anything threads are discouraged on XDA
Best ???, choose what you like most.
For me Nova Launcher works fine.
Nova paid..ultimate customized
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Nova Launcher :good: :angel:
Brada can you show some screenshots of your nova customization??
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Nova paid..ultimate customized
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I started using dodol launcher and am really enjoying it.
never looked into dodol launcher - will definately try that one
solomoninusa said:
I started using dodol launcher and am really enjoying it.
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GO launcher
i have searched NOVA launcher as best , but i find Go launcher nicer than Nova in some points like : I am not able to hide app like i can do in GO launcher, other like nice effect and icon in go launcher ( yes, you can install huge icon pack in go launcher).
:good: try go and Nova launcher and share your experience here.:good::good:
[ tried Dodol and themer beta, they have cool themes but i dont like those much ]
Anyone recommend a good pixel style launcher? Is Nova launcher my best option?
Thanks
pepz187 said:
Anyone recommend a good pixel style launcher? Is Nova launcher my best option?
Thanks
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Well as I mentioned in a post, at least for me Nova is draining a bit of battery. So if you are looking for a pixel like experience you should use CPL from the play store, been using it for almost a week and I like it so far.
Nova with companion app. I've never seen battery problems with it on my note 9.
MI UI?
Ruthless pixel launcher is by far the best search on xda labs for it
Action Launcher is the best in my opinion. I play a lot with Hyperion Launcher too.
Flick Launcher fluid and no battery drain.
Recomended
I've tried different launchers over the years, but I always end up going back to Nova Pro.
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Nova has the best options.
I've been using Lawnchair Launcher v2 since it lets the Google Discover tab to be in dark mode and is pretty simple.
TRIUMF said:
Nova with companion app. I've never seen battery problems with it on my note 9.
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What's the companion app?
bill_viper said:
What's the companion app?
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https://help.teslacoilapps.com/nowcompanion