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This post is targeted towards all the leakers out there. If you're still looking for a Nexus One-style home replacement app, look no further than LauncherPro Beta. It has an app launcher drawer with a *very* smooth 3D fly-in effect, a la the Nexus One. Home screen scrolling stutter is also eliminated, and overall the app just flies performance-wise.
I'm sure many of you have heard of it; this thread is for the people who haven't. Please no flaming.
EDIT: You can also "pinch-zoom" the home screen to get a helicopter view - just like the Sense UI.
ericFuels999 said:
This post is targeted towards all the leakers out there. If you're still looking for a Nexus One-style home replacement app, look no further than LauncherPro Beta. It has an app launcher drawer with a *very* smooth 3D fly-in effect, a la the Nexus One. Home screen scrolling stutter is also eliminated, and overall the app just flies performance-wise.
I'm sure many of you have heard of it; this thread is for the people who haven't. Please no flaming.
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Yeah its a decent little application, However you should probably post this in themes and apps as it doesn't relate to development. Not flaming just saying you posted in the wrong forum.
I agree with you that it doesn't really belong here, but I was hoping to ward off a lot of the people complaining about not having root and how they can't make their phone look like a Nexus One. Maybe my efforts are futile...
I use LauncherPro on my Eris. I have one tip to throw out there for root users who want to use this... the app doesn't (yet) have a feature to customize what the dock icons do. And on a Sense-based ROM, you will probably be getting the HTC Messaging app by default with no way to switch it (at least that's what happened to me). That's fine if you use that, but I only use Handcent SMS, for example.
So I had to use ADB to rename /system/app/Mms.apk to Mms.bak... no adverse affects seen from that yet. Handcent took over automatically. Downside being you can't use the HTC app anymore unless you reverse the change.
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I use LauncherPro on my Eris. I have one tip to throw out there for root users who want to use this... the app doesn't (yet) have a feature to customize what the dock icons do. And on a Sense-based ROM, you will probably be getting the HTC Messaging app by default with no way to switch it (at least that's what happened to me). That's fine if you use that, but I only use Handcent SMS, for example.
So I had to use ADB to rename /system/app/Mms.apk to Mms.bak... no adverse affects seen from that yet. Handcent took over automatically. Downside being you can't use the HTC app anymore unless you reverse the change.
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Yeah all you have to do is remove Mms.apk and Browser.apk and you get handscent and xscope as defaults (if u have them installed of course). Not technically custom, but still what I wanted
Try updating to his newest release. 0.2.0. I have mine themed and since his newest release on 5.19, my sms opens to chomp. should work with handscent as well, I have not deleted my default sms.
hope that helps.
I like...has anyone confirmed sense widgets working with it yet?
Sense Widgets do not appear as an option in adding onto the launcher pages.
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sense widgets will not work with launcherpro. it is a stock home replacement. only android widgets work. however, flip clock and weather widget is an app that mimics the htc flipclock. you have to install the ht7 theme for the flipclock and weather icons. looks identical. either that or beautiful widgets. there are no other apps created that mimic the rest of the widgets tho... yet. however there are a few android widgets that will suffice tho. use them to your own liking. I wish htc would create Senseui replacement app. Meaning, open source skinning for sense ui. its one of the main reasons why i rooted my phone. We all like the functionality of those widgets, but they wont make them open source. that would discourage many from rooting and voiding thier warranties. id pay for that app and themes as well!
yea, doesnt belong here, but launcherpro IS SWEET!!!!!!!
I really liked LauncherPro Beta... but i also fell in love with HelixLauncher mostly because you can customize the bottom bar for any apps that you want and its also free on the market
The developer of that app is actually working on updating it to be able to customize the bottom dock. I did a lil reading here on the boards & found a way to re route the messaging shortcut to handcent. Works like a charm. Til then ill still rock with sense until that update comes along. If your rooted and using ported hero rom, try adw launcher. Its the best so far. Now it has the customizable bottom dock. Its A flashable file so use at your own risk. And do not forget to do nandroid backup.
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I love this so much preforms really well on my eris.
What is that click they use in ask the screen shots? Looks just like the sense clock which is exactly what I'm looking for.
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What is that click they use in ask the screen shots? Looks just like the sense clock which is exactly what I'm looking for.
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Its called Weather Widgets and its made by the "Android Apps" people. It looks JUST LIKE the sense Clock/Weather widget and functions the same way too. Its what I use with the Launcher Pro Beta. Looks just like sense. I believe its a paid app though.
Also, Weather Widgets (yr.no) by Thomware is very close to sense also.
Just installed LauncherPro Beta, and I LOVE it. Now that you can change what the shortcuts on the bottom go to, I believe I'm going to completely abandon HelixLauncher. This one is WAY better.
I use LauncherPro Beta. I love it. Customize the dock, change screens
Pretty fast too. MFLOPS 3.34 @ 1.62 sec, 3.358 @ 1.61 sec, 3.323 @ 1.63.
Not too bad. OC to 768.
Is there a way to replace the stock launcher home (not rosie) with this launcher been trying all day....i really want to be a pro and put the new launcher in system/apps as opposed to data/app
is this possible ?
Edit: nevermind I got it
ADW
Guys, ADW launcher is in the market now. just search adw
I find this blows even launcherpro away
edit: and it's free too, just like launcher.
I just installed adw a few days ago, switching from launcherpro, so trust me, I don't have anything against launcherpro
ADW is pretty cool. Was using Launcher Pro. Think I'll use ADW for a while.
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Hey all you D3 users. Just wondering if you use a 3rd party launcher and if so, which one and why? Prior to getting the D3 I was using a D2 flashed with Squidly's ROM, which uses ADW. I liked ADW well enough, but I'd like to hear from you all about the launcher you chose and why. Any issues installing a new launcher to the D3? Please post your recommendations, reasons and tips! Thanks!
Hi there.
Personally I am sticking with ADW launcher, paid version. It's extremely fast, has a tons of themes, and highly customizable to my liking.
If you like ADW that came with the rom or as a separate download I would suggest the paid version since you get the most up to date code, bug fixes, and performance enhancements, not to mention so extras here and there.
Works great also on my Xoom
I did have OpenHome 6 and 5 for a while but those were unbearably slow on the D2, and then they got kicked out of the market for some reason.
I agree with jediman. I like ADW launcher a lot. Themes being a big part of it.
I also use it on my NookColor.
Cool, maybe I will try ADW on the D3. Did you guys have any issues installing ADW on the D3? Did you need root? Were you rooted anyway prior to the install?
If you're not into themes but want the most features for free, LauncherPro is the best.
For speed and minimal features, ZeamLauncher.
Customization/speed can swing from GoLauncher to ADW
pick your poison (I use LauncherPro)
Personally I love Launcher Pro. I use the paid version, mostly cause I resize a lot of widgets, not sure anymore if the free version will back up your launcher either now... it's been so long since i've used the normal version.
LP's really customization and easy to do so. But it's all really just a preference thing like bobberb said, pick your poison!
Thanks for the replies. I guess I'll just have to pick one and try it out! Will report back on the one I picked.
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Thanks for the replies. I guess I'll just have to pick one and try it out! Will report back on the one I picked.
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I personally use GoLauncher along with the CyanogenMod theme. Looks sweet and simple, and I love the blue/green color tone. Super snappy and fast, very little widget/homescreen redraw, even after heavy app usage.
I used to love LauncherPro, but as of a few months ago it seems as though the Dev stopped updating and responding to complaints. It's a shame considering it was the best 3rd party launcher on the Market.
I used ADW for a while and it has a ton of customization. The only reason I didn't stick with it is because I hate the dock button setup.
SPB Shell 3D v1.2.2 now supports the D3
I have a Dx2
I dl'ed spb shell 3d v1.2.2. And w/ frozen mkt and airplane on did a diy trial.
Liked it so much I did the email buy off the dev.s webpage. Dx is supported while Dx2 is not(yet) so there is no mkt support. Mine is V122 bld 20139
link for dl, just freeze mkt and maybe put in AP mode
http://spb.com/android-software/shell/current-version
I'm on ADW EX, but I really want the launcher that comes with CM7 again.
Go Launcher. I have all the launchers. GO Launcher combines the best of ADW and LP.
Heelfan71 said:
Go Launcher. I have all the launchers. GO Launcher combines the best of ADW and LP.
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Agreed, and of all launchers, its stock setup is probably the best too.
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Go Launcher. I have all the launchers. GO Launcher combines the best of ADW and LP.
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Cool, and GO Launcher is all good on the D3? No issues?
I've been using go launcher for around 3 weeks now along with go sms. Both come with major improvements over stock. I haven't used adw or lancher pro on the d3 yet but I have on my hd2 and I prefer go. I've had no issues thus far I highly recommend em. Waiting for cyanogen and all the other customs once we get access.
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No issues that I have seen thus far. Although, with ADW I was occasionally getting the dock bar dissappearing and not being able to get it back until after a reboot. Probably just an issue with me though.
I'm a ADW Fan too.
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I've been using go launcher for around 3 weeks now along with go sms. Both come with major improvements over stock. I haven't used adw or lancher pro on the d3 yet but I have on my hd2 and I prefer go. I've had no issues thus far I highly recommend em. Waiting for cyanogen and all the other customs once we get access.
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BRO, you need to change that sig!
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No issues that I have seen thus far. Although, with ADW I was occasionally getting the dock bar dissappearing and not being able to get it back until after a reboot. Probably just an issue with me though.
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Yeah i get that issue too..
I have become a big fan of GoLauncher. The developer is always updating it with more and more improvements about every couple of weeks. I have tried them all and alway go back to GoLauncher.
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I have been using Launcher Pro for a long time now. Had it on my D1 too. I like being able to resize the widgets. I also like its built in widgets for Twitter and Facebook.
Can anyone tell me what Launcher works the best with CM9 Alpha 2. Would you recommend I change the Trebuchet one I am currently using now to something that may have more options? Paid or Free, it doesn't matter. Please let me know which ones work with the new CM9 Alpha 2 as that is currently what I have on my TouchPad as I don't want to kill it AGAIN! THANKS!
I've had no trouble with CM9's stock. In fact I've downloaded maybe a dozen launchers for my Gingerbread SGSII and I still can't find a launcher as unobtrusive as CM9's stock trebuchet.
I like and use trebuchet. Nova is also good.
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I like and use trebuchet. Nova is also good.
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Is there is lot of difference between Nova & trebuchet? I use trebuchet as I am good with it and it did come with the CM9 stock. But I just like to play around and change up things on my TouchPad just for fun. Course always do a backup first and foremost!
Thank you both!
I'm using trebuchet, but have used Apex launcher, search for it on xda its not on the market yet. Its very similar to stock trebuchet but with more options, like changing icons and transition effects.
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I'm using trebuchet, but have used Apex launcher, search for it on xda its not on the market yet. Its very similar to stock trebuchet but with more options, like changing icons and transition effects.
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Okay I just put the Apex Launcher on there. It looks GREAT! I love that you can rename the apps/games on your desktop, was hoping for something like that! When I went to the help in the actual Apex Launcher App I was able to make it my default and everything as they were very specific on how to do that. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing!
There's a beta of go launcher tab edition floating around. Been using it for the last few hours and its great. Keep in mind I hate go launcher. But the tablet version is great. Highly recommend trying it out.
Another ADX happy user here. Tried most of the others but like the solidity of it. Would be interested to see a comparison of resource usage amongst the lot of them though. I like Go and use it on my HTC phone but it seems sluggish and resource heavy in comparison.
If you like trebuchet, then you'll probably like Nova launcher - it looks about the same, but has a few more features, and works with various screen density/dpi settings.
I'm also trying out the new Go Launcher HD (beta) and like it. Not too many options yet, but I like what I see so far.
Can someone point me in the direction of that GO HD launcher. Found a link from Droid life but it won't install.
Thanks also for the apex reccomendation, really liking it but I love GO on my phone so am excited to try this tablet version.
Edit: Found it via Google when I had some time
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Can anyone tell me what Launcher works the best with CM9 Alpha 2. Would you recommend I change the Trebuchet one I am currently using now to something that may have more options? Paid or Free, it doesn't matter. Please let me know which ones work with the new CM9 Alpha 2 as that is currently what I have on my TouchPad as I don't want to kill it AGAIN! THANKS!
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I've given up on launchers and only use task switcher which becomes quite intuitive and is always available with a single swipe.
Hey guys, anyone knows of any themes for it ? Tried the store but didn't see any.
What's the best way to go about this ? I just want to add some color to the gear...Can't believe those lame icons Samsung put in it.
Thanks
P.S. Do we need pro version or free would work ?
Reason I am asking is because I currently use smart launcher which works great but for the life of me can not put the premium version in the gear.
I tried backing up the apk from my phone but the app is locked it says so I can not extract it. this sucks...
That's why I am curious about the Nova. Maybe I'll switch if it could be done
So, I have been using Nova Prime for as long as I can remember on ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL my devices. Reason being I've never had a non-carrier / vanilla phone. Now that I'm really close I'm thinking of giving it a try. Thoughts?
I still think you'll end up using Nova Launcher. Google's launcher just isn't that customizable, even with Xposed and mods. Nova Launcher, especially now with it's material design really fits stock Android setups MUCH better. It's what I'll be adding to mine once I get it.
Nova still always wins
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Nova still always wins
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I agree... I'll be using Nova on mine as well.
Nova still wins... However, I find that Google Now works better with Google Now Launcher... I find myself switching between the two...
I have nova prime,but I use Lightning Launcher..its the most customizable launcher out...imho
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So, I have been using Nova Prime for as long as I can remember on ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL my devices. Reason being I've never had a non-carrier / vanilla phone. Now that I'm really close I'm thinking of giving it a try. Thoughts?
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I always keep coming back to Nova mainly because I need to be able to hide apps in the drawer.
Nova launcher all the way
yeah, nova
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Nova FTW
Yeah, I will probably be going with Nova. It is the best.
I also like action launcher a lot. But I've been using it awhile on my phone now so I think it's time to switch back to nova[emoji6]
Try Apex Launcher Pro
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So, I have been using Nova Prime for as long as I can remember on ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL my devices. Reason being I've never had a non-carrier / vanilla phone. Now that I'm really close I'm thinking of giving it a try. Thoughts?
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Apex Launcher Pro is the best IMO. I like hiding apps from the drawer if I already have them elsewhere. The customization with it is also better than all of the launchers I tested on Android. It's also the closest to stock UI, I don't like the cartoonish feel of all the other ones.
sebastianraven said:
So, I have been using Nova Prime for as long as I can remember on ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL my devices. Reason being I've never had a non-carrier / vanilla phone. Now that I'm really close I'm thinking of giving it a try. Thoughts?
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I stumbled onto smart launcher. Hands down best launcher. If you need to really tinker nova is better. Plenty of cool themes for smart launcher. Organizes your apps into categories. Try it. Bet you'll love it.
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I stumbled onto smart launcher. Hands down best launcher. If you need to really tinker nova is better. Plenty of cool themes for smart launcher. Organizes your apps into categories. Try it. Bet you'll love it.
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I liked using smart but when it first came out it felt limited.
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sebastianraven said:
So, I have been using Nova Prime for as long as I can remember on ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL my devices. Reason being I've never had a non-carrier / vanilla phone. Now that I'm really close I'm thinking of giving it a try. Thoughts?
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As most here have said, NOVA will always be the staple.
If you want to spend a few bucks, try something like SPB Shell 3D. While power hungry, today's phones can handle launchers like this with ease. Far better then when SPB and others first came to be.
These launchers (SPB and the like) are gimmicky, though rather cool
Another vote for Nova here, though when I have like a month to fully sit down and mess with it, I might switch to Lightning Launcher.
If google would add folder support in the app drawer, I would drop Nova. But sadly, they omit this easy add.
TonyStark said:
As most here have said, NOVA will always be the staple.
If you want to spend a few bucks, try something like SPB Shell 3D. While power hungry, today's phones can handle launchers like this with ease. Far better then when SPB and others first came to be.
These launchers (SPB and the like) are gimmicky, though rather cool
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Its funny you mention that, I was part of the original beta testers back in 2010 and then purchased the full shell at $20. It is cool for the effects BUT I think as far as functionality goes its hard to say. Once that Russian company bought SPB out, development went to sh1t.
Their updated launcher is here: YANDEX.SHELL
I've been using tsf shell on my moto for 6 months and I couldn't do without it
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