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Re: The Best Android Launchers by UchihaItachi(m): 7:10pm On Sep 27, 2015
was never able to find any launcher that would make me dump stock LG UI back when I was using Android
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Osasnidas(m): 7:12pm On Sep 27, 2015
hola launcher is nice but i hate it bkos of its constant update even wen u av d current version.. next launcher has awesome 3d effects and a good music widgets the themes ar nice

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Re: The Best Android Launchers by Osasnidas(m): 7:13pm On Sep 27, 2015
peenkey:
As a new android user, I just want to ask 2 kweshuns. Do I need to root my tecno canon c8 b4 I can download any of these launchers? AND Can I download these launchers from google play store?
nope no need fa rooting and yes u can
Re: The Best Android Launchers by talk2yommex2000(m): 7:21pm On Sep 27, 2015
[quote author=JayKayMaybachz post=38423011]
JayKayMaybachz, pls wats d negative effect of rooting an android phone? What are the benefits? Will you advice that one root his/her mobile phone?
thanks
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Nobody: 7:21pm On Sep 27, 2015
Aviate for the gods
Re: The Best Android Launchers by FredMeister(m): 7:41pm On Sep 27, 2015
Justice28:
JayKayMaybachz pls am using Infinix hot 2, I downloaded Fifa14 version 1.3.6 , I couldn't unlock it, pls can u help me on how I can unlock it, because I don't want to root the phone, any other means to unlock it without rooting....
Yes, u can unlockbit without rooting...just follow dz few steps
1. Make sure dere z data on ur phone
2. Open ur playstore(make sure it load completely)
3. Open ur FIFA, in d main menu select d locked part of (kick off, tournament and wateva)...u will see "purchase from Google play store", don't select DAT wait for "4.99$" click it and boom ur FIFA ready.... Make sure u follow d steps n av enough data.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Justice28(m): 8:02pm On Sep 27, 2015
FredMeister:

Yes, u can unlockbit without rooting...just follow dz few steps
1. Make sure dere z data on ur phone
2. Open ur playstore(make sure it load completely)
3. Open ur FIFA, in d main menu select d locked part of (kick off, tournament and wateva)...u will see "purchase from Google play store", don't select DAT wait for "4.99$" click it and boom ur FIFA ready.... Make sure u follow d steps n av enough data.
OK thanks let me try.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Easyjay: 8:32pm On Sep 27, 2015
Smart Launcher

Re: The Best Android Launchers by remigiusizunna(m): 8:34pm On Sep 27, 2015
i give it up to GO LAUNCHER. I love itttttttt

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Re: The Best Android Launchers by piagetskinner(m): 9:16pm On Sep 27, 2015
I like my phone as it is...
Re: The Best Android Launchers by JeffreyJamez(m): 9:48pm On Sep 27, 2015
ILauncher nko
Re: The Best Android Launchers by dmcdad: 10:26pm On Sep 27, 2015
StepTwo:
u think so
Not just me. Go online and see reviews about Touchwiz. It really slows the phone and all. Well, you wont know when you have decided not to try out others. If you do, you would so kick Touchwiz on the butt.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by EpicNigerian(m): 10:38pm On Sep 27, 2015
'Everything Me' Launcher.

Re: The Best Android Launchers by Nobody: 10:59pm On Sep 27, 2015
Action launcher is nothing but the best. Av tried almost 10 launchers and non comes at par with action launcher.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Tonnierichy(m): 11:19pm On Sep 27, 2015
Electronzeez:


No wonder your battery is at a single bar, you have an application consuming it .
My ba3 no make brain jor
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Gmekx(m): 11:30pm On Sep 27, 2015
JayKayMaybachz:
There Are Tons Of Launchers Available For Andriod — These Are Some Of The Best


Launchers are the way Android users customize their smartphone and tablet experience. There's superficial stuff, like changing screen transitions, icons, and fonts, but the best Android launchers out there enable users to tweak the device's behavior to suit their daily usage, so long as you're willing to put the time into defining those customizations. You can make your home screens as simple or complicated as you wish, while tweaking every little detail or just taking what's given to you by default — but either way you can replace what your phone's manufacturer gives you with the install of a single app.

If you're looking for a change of pace from the out-of-box software experience on your phone, consider a new launcher. I' ve found the best ones available today, and listed all of the pros and cons of each.

1. ACTION LAUNCHER





Action Launcher is a great option that mixes things up and changes the interface paradigm from what you'd expect in a "normal" launcher. There's no regular dock and app drawer, instead replacing it with a slide-in drawer to house your apps. You also get Shutters and Covers, which give you innovative ways to launch into folders and widgets with swipes — it's all about getting to your apps and content quicker.

The newest version, Action Launcher 3.5, takes things up to a new design that fits in with Android 5.0 Lollipop, and introduces a few new features as well. There's a free version of Action Launcher for everyone to try, with a pro upgrade costing just $4.99 — and after you figure out the time-saving features you'll want to unlock it.


2. GOOGLE NOW LAUNCHER


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The Google Now launcher is the obvious pick for anybody looking for a pure, clean Android experience. It comes right from Google (and is pre-installed on Nexus phones), so you can shear away anything the manufacturer has loaded up in one install. Transitions are quick and clean, and there's nothing superfluous getting between you and your apps and widgets. Beyond that, the left-most home screen becomes Google Now, so you can launch into searches, view cards populated based on the time of day, your location, and general browsing habits, and execute all sorts of hands-free "OK Google" commands. The only real downside here is that you won't be able to enjoy the level of customization available on more robust launchers — you get what Google gives you here.

Use the Google Now launcher if you're looking for high stability and a consistent Android experience. Pair it with the Google Keyboard for the full experience.



3. NOVA LAUNCHER



Nova is a massively popular launcher that offers a whole bunch of animation options, folder views, and desktop behaviors. If you shell out $4.00 for the premium upgrade you can program gestures to perform certain actions, and fully customize unread badges including corner radius, border, background and text color. One particularly cool addition is swipe actions, which allow app icons to act as a folder with a swipe, or a standard app launch with a tap. If that's not enough, you can always explore the wide world of Nova-compatible themes in Google Play to dramatically change the look and feel of your Android device. You'll even find some Android 5.0-style options tucked away in Nova.

Nova is a highly functional launcher that can be as subtle or as loud as you like, making it completely unique if you spend the time.

4. AVIATE



Aviate builds collections of your apps based on different types of activities. You can, of course, tweak those collections manually as well, and Aviate can offer suggestions to fill in collections. Aviate figures out where you are and what time of day it is, and serves up relevant collections in custom-built interfaces called Spaces so you can better handle those activities. For example, if you plug in your headphones, it offers you quick access to media controls and your favorite music apps. Hit the road, and you'll be offered shortcuts to navigation home and to the office.

Aviate excels for having a high amount of polish and requires minimal maintenance, even though you might lose out on some customizability. .

5. GO LAUNCHER EX



The Go Launcher is a particularly flashy launcher with a great range of screen transitions, including 3D ones. Launcher settings are available through a readily accessible drawer that's summoned with an upward swipe from the home screen. There's a dedicated theme storefront app that lets you cruise through available Go Launcher compatible apps and punts you out to the Play Store when you're ready to download. It even has a section of dedicated custom lock screens via the Go Locker app. For $5.99 you can upgrade to Go Launcher Prime, which offers security lock for individual apps, removes ads and adds a few more bells and whistles.

It's impressive that even Go's settings menus manage to stay flashy with all of the functionality the launcher provides.


6. APEX LAUNCHER



Apex offers a similar range of functions as Nova. You can tweak the icon tray size and scrolling, change animations, adjust home screen behaviors, and customize gesture commands for various pinches, taps, and swipes. A plug-in allows notification data to be fed to Apex from a variety of apps, and out to any Android Wear devices, too, so long as you're willing to upgrade to the pro version for $4.49. There are a wide range third party themes available in the Google Play Store which let you change the overall look of your Android experience, but as a functional core, Apex does extremely well.

Android power users will have a field day with the Apex launcher.

7. HONORABLE MENTIONS

Buzz Launcher
EverythingMe Launcher
Solo Launcher
Smart Launcher 2
Themer
Z Launcher



You made a list without Microsoft's launcher undecided undecided
Re: The Best Android Launchers by sojye: 12:29am On Sep 28, 2015
Launcher that is NEXT LAUNCHER 3D SHELL or TSF LAUNCHER 3D SHELL is a Counterfeit
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Nobody: 12:39am On Sep 28, 2015
okay.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Electronzeez(m): 12:55am On Sep 28, 2015
Tonnierichy:

My ba3 no make brain jor

me de tell you say the application we scatter your battery de your phone. if you buy another battery,small time that battery too go de fumble.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Tonnierichy(m): 6:12am On Sep 28, 2015
Electronzeez:


me de tell you say the application we scatter your battery de your phone. if you buy another battery,small time that battery too go de fumble.
Yes sir
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Nobody: 7:12am On Sep 28, 2015
m launcher. I love the guest mode. u can hide applications wen in guest mode.
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Nobody: 7:31am On Sep 28, 2015
What about grenade launcher?
Re: The Best Android Launchers by great664(m): 9:02am On Sep 28, 2015
Seculent:
Which phone are you using bro? smiley
Gionee P4
Re: The Best Android Launchers by litaninja(m): 9:29am On Sep 28, 2015
Buzz launcher should be at the top of that list bro...
Re: The Best Android Launchers by 3rdlegxxx(m): 12:21pm On Dec 21, 2015
blac2yte:
What about grenade launcher?

guy stop it jare, ah lol, lmao cheesy cheesy cheesy grenade launcher, you just had to say it abi
Re: The Best Android Launchers by 3rdlegxxx(m): 12:22pm On Dec 21, 2015
Android and launchers, lovely design, that's where blackberry dulls, just one interface, fuckn boring ish tho i don't know why i just love blackberry but i love to explore my phone and apps and all and only android can do that for me
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Tonyreal49(m): 2:20pm On Dec 21, 2015
Latest Win 10 launcher

Re: The Best Android Launchers by Ibraheem263(m): 12:27am On Dec 23, 2015
Please I just bought my infimix hot2 anytime I want to play GTA San Andreas... It doesn't load please any help
Re: The Best Android Launchers by vheektor14944(m): 3:44pm On Jul 31, 2016
Man since Apus is not on dat list, d list is whack... #TeamApus
Re: The Best Android Launchers by saxby(f): 4:24pm On Jul 31, 2016
Some launchers are too hard to operate
Re: The Best Android Launchers by Emmyk(m): 10:19am On Mar 03, 2018
I don't know if I changed a setting on my launcher, but the transition effect doesn't do 3d. I mean, when I swipe to the last section of my apps, it doesn't bring me to the first one, till I start swiping to the right again, it doesn't go to the left any more.

I use Camon CX limited edition, and I haven't even noticed this since I bought the phone mid last year. Lol.

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