Hey, I need some help to decide which of the two is better. I am using CM7 rom so ADW is installed by default. I tried GO Launcher one time in the past, and it was a bit slowly, but it has much more options. I realy care about the performence and speed. Please, help me to decide.
try zeam launcher its simple and very fast
Having tried both I like using GO more, though not by a lot. ADW has more themes. I prefer GO's layout (like how to access settings, options to hide app). Both are slower than something like Zeam but more customisable, and with loopy's smoothness tweak it's decently smooth.
Right now I'm using ADW though, for the transparent status bar.
i use go launcher..because it has task manager and widgets and effects are very good
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Having tried both I like using GO more, though not by a lot. ADW has more themes. I prefer GO's layout (like how to access settings, options to hide app). Both are slower than something like Zeam but more customisable, and with loopy's smoothness tweak it's decently smooth.
Right now I'm using ADW though, for the transparent status bar.
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I looked at Zeam, didnt like it. What is loopy smooth tweak?
Thanks for the comments, guys
I think adw launcher is best ....
Try LauncherPro.
I use Zeam Launcher
ADW.Launcher EX has almost the same options as GO Launcher EX. The main diffirence is the GO app drawer (With recent/running apps) and GOWidgets. I'd preffer ADW if it wasnt for the GOWidgets. Please note that I'm talking about the paid version of ADW, not the ordinary/cyanogen one.
both also used before
still prefer adw
and TS y u dun just download from market and try it out ??
different people got different opinion @@
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I looked at Zeam, didnt like it. What is loopy smooth tweak?
Thanks for the comments, guys
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Look it up here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1205744
You need to put in the app's pname (example: com.android.launcher) in the script and set the permission to 777.
I'll throw my vote in for Go Launcher. It feels faster than ADW.Launcher, better app drawer. ADW felt more customizable. Take some time and try a few out for yourself.
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i prefer go...
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I've used both launchers before and I personally like Go Launcher. Why? You can make folders in the menu, it is easy to use, the transitions you can use is awesome, you can add themes to it, and a whole lot more. I mainly like it because of the folders. It makes it more organised.
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I would like to try another launcher but I'm worried about memory usage and consumption.
Installing a launcher deactivate motoblur? How does it work? Will I have motoblur running (but invisible) and the launcher at the same time?
Thanks for all your answers.
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Even if you install another launcher motoblur is still there but you won't see the moto UI. Anyway, installing a good launcher (ADW launcher or LauncherPro are the best in my opinion) you'll get several improvements, more customization and less lag when you navigate through home screens and apps menu.
xdaid said it as best as you can get it mate! A different launcher won't remove blur, but will ad more functionality and better performance to your Defy! LauncherPro is my definite choice as ADW was a little sluggish for me!
Might want to take a look at Go Launcher EX it is somewhat like Launcher Pro in looks and function but seems a little easier to configure to me.
There is some personal preference when it come to a launcher also so the best thing to do is take the recommendations that install some and try them for yourself. If you don't like it them just un-install it. No harm no foul.
You can delete the BlurHome.apk from the /system/app/ folder but just make sure you have another launcher installed first as during your next boot android will ask you what launcher to use, and use by default if you so choose.
esp. on the Defy I would recommend Launcher Pro because of one very nice feature:
On Stock Homescreen you have 4 rows and 4 columns. But with launcherpro you can use 6 rows! So no more useless space between the icons and widgets!
After install Launcher Pro and not using Motorola widget my battery life noticeable improve but Motoblur still running in background and suck battery
i will try fritolays method thanks man
*Launcher Pro use memory less than ADW
LauncherPro is great!
He launcher is my favorite. Give it a try. Nothing to loose.
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gramps50 said:
Might want to take a look at Go Launcher EX it is somewhat like Launcher Pro in looks and function but seems a little easier to configure to me.
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I personally found it to be like a poor copy of LauncherPro, lacking some of the features that make LauncherPro so good.
But you're right, it's all a matter of personal preference.
Personally, I'd say LauncherPro is the best out there.
I've also tried ADW, Zeam and Go Launcher and none of them came close IMO.
The only thing that could be improved about Launcher Pro is if it added the LG 'categories' system for sorting the app drawer.
Using go launcher ex. Better than stock. Will try launcher pro to compare. Anyone using the paid version of that?
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I like the Agenda wgt on Launcherpro Plus. The SNS wgts would be good if you could change the font size - it's too small for my liking at the moment.
ADW is much better for theming - a lot more themes and easier to apply.
Didn't notice any performance difference between the two.
Am I the only one that thinks LauncherPro is clunkier than Motoblur's launcher (Froyo version) during scrolling?
It's particularly noticeable in the App drawer. In the motoblur drawer the applications scroll silky like on my mate's iphone4, but in LauncherPro it's obvious that the app drawer is stuttering.
I've gone back to blur for now. The main thing I miss customisation abilities on the home screen.
I´m using Zeam Laucher. It´s very small and fast. You can create up to 8 rows and columns. Unfortunatley, they stop developing.
I like LauncherPro and use it with just 3 desktops. There's no more lag switching between them. I think that I'll try the ADW Launcher too, since everyone says it's decent too.
Motorola's default launchs is so sluggish that I thought the mobile was a bad one. I changed my opinion after trying LauncherPro. The Sony-E's X10-Mini default launcher are lightning fast too, but I don't think they're available for non-Sony devices...
I use launcher pro too. So much faster than blur on my Defy and my Galaxy Tab.
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Recently I moved to adw launcher ex because on launcher pro I couldn't change shortcut icons after being added to desktop (and I found it quite annoying cause I change them quite often ).
Same speed and memory usage, more or less.
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I go between Launcherpro and Go Launcher EX depending on my mood. LP has a smoother app drawer, but Go let's me assign functionality to swipe gestures on the home screen.
It's very easy to get used to hiding the status bar and assigning a downward swipe to slide open the notification drawer anyway.
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I go between Launcherpro and Go Launcher EX depending on my mood. LP has a smoother app drawer, but Go let's me assign functionality to swipe gestures on the home screen.
It's very easy to get used to hiding the status bar and assigning a downward swipe to slide open the notification drawer anyway.
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That's so true!
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Hmm...when i use Launcher Pro - Quadrant Score is 1635.
When i use Go Launcher EX - Quadrant Score is 1532.
Go figure....
Title says it all.
I have tried launcher pro and AWD. AWD was laggy for me so I uninstalled it. I didn't give it a chance. What is your favourite launcher?
I would go with Launcher Pro, doesn't lag at all for me
I had used ADW for a while, and didn't have too much trouble. But today I just switched to LauncherPro and I'm loving it. I like the window animations in the free version, I LOVE the dock customization and icons and such. I agree that it seems to be really snappy and doesn't lag and such either. It's a little harder to customize icons on the home screen, as you have to delete the current one and add a new custom one and change the icon while adding it and such. But overall, there isn't really anything ADW can do that LP can't!
Launcher EX is pretty awesome... and its free. check it out
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Launcher EX is pretty awesome... and its free. check it out
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For realzies.. I have paid adw ex and I use the free go launcher ex.. haha I love android.
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aly19 said:
I would go with Launcher Pro, doesn't lag at all for me
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thats what iam using as well. works fine!
I use ADW as my "main", but also have Android Seven pro, Go Launcher EX, HeLauncher, LauncherPro, Regina Launcher, and SPB Shell 3D on my phone.
I haven't had time to try them all out fully, and that is why I have so many............so that I can experiment and see which one or two I really like, then set them up how I want them. I have been using ADW EX for a while, and really like it. I haven't experienced lag, but I will say that Go Launcher and LauncherPro do seem a wee bit smoother from the minimal time I have spent "playing" with them.
My plan is to have one main launcher for my every day use, then maybe one or two more for specific times. Maybe a launcher set up solely for multimedia, one set up solely for business, etc. That's what I love about Android since I jumped off the iPhone ship..........the possibilities really are endless!
I use both Go Launcher EX and the paid Launcher Pro. Personally I find myself using Launcher Pro the vast majority of the time. Go Launcher had some cool options, and changing docks and icons were a bit easier, but Launcher Pro has some nice built in widgets that tip the scale in its favor for me.
I really don't like the MotoBlur Calendar and Facebook widgets, and none of the 3rd party ones really gave me what I was looking for. But the ones that come with Launcher Pro are just what I was looking for, and they are easily skinned as well. Plus Launcher Pro runs very smoothly, much better than Blur.
-Doogs™
I have the paid versions for both ADW and LauncherPro, but I run GO Launcher EX.
SPB SHELL 3D
At least the best eye candy by far. And the folder widgets are amazing. Though if live wallpapers and landscape mode are important for you, stay away.
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MotoBlur launcher o/
Been using ADW Ex for almost a year, first on my Milestone, now on Atrix. It's fast, light and customizable as well. I recommend it 100%
I've been using Go Launcher Ex. I like it more than launcher pro. I will definitaley try ADW.
MotoBlur launcher is the best, by far.
Nah, I'm just trollin' ya. I haven't found a launcher that I liked. LauncherPro lagged for me somewhat, and it didn't offer some features that I wanted. Doesn't the launcher lay on top of blur already, laying on top of android stock? (or modified to use more system resources)
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MotoBlur launcher is the best, by far.
Nah, I'm just trollin' ya. I haven't found a launcher that I liked. LauncherPro lagged for me somewhat, and it didn't offer some features that I wanted. Doesn't the launcher lay on top of blur already, laying on top of android stock? (or modified to use more system resources)
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I have now tried Launcher Pro, ADW, and Go Launcher. None of them are near as fast as stock launcher (not motoblur, I'm using gingerblur). I really like the features that the launchers offer but I wish they were just as smooth as stock.
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None of them are near as fast as stock launcher (not motoblur, I'm using gingerblur).
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Err, Moto IS your stock launcher!
And GingerBlur is NOT a launcher, it's a P-ROM/THEME!
on the stock gingerblur launcher though, don't you notice slight stuttering when compared to launcher pro or other 3rd party launchers?
Hi folks,
Just wondering which launcher works best with the 10.1 G8. tried both ADW's and I kinda thought they don't seem optimised for tablet yet especially the EX version. Tried the VTL and didn't really like it, Go Launcher! last tried it on my desire and never really liked it. Any suggestions
Cheers
vtl launcher, in my opinion, is best for tablets. it allows the dock to set at the bottom of the screen and you can theme it with adw and launcher pro themes.
Y I also moved from "launcher pro" which i use on my phone to "vlt" for my 101.
Anyway I noticed a BIG difference in speed from the low res on my phone to the high res on my 101. The drawer especialy is MUCH slower at my 101 then on my phone (htc wildfire 320x240, just 500MHz CPU)
So im giving this thread a try to find something better in speed
Hoped for all those 3D Lauchers but actualy no good and woring one is out atm...
Regina is just portrait atm - SPB sucks - the only hope i got is the Vega 3D Laucher - but i didn't try this yet.
Thanks for your contribution guys but am gonna give this a shot http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15957249#post15957249 Will let you know how I get on.
I'm currently using launcher pro, because it is solid and much better then the standard launcher. Ofcourse i do believe there are better ones. But launcher pro is just a nice avarage stable launcher.
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I occasionally get application not responding issues in LauncherPro when setting up the icons after a boot. I think the issue is due to the fact that most apps I have have been moved to external storage (with my Force2SD), and it takes longer to fetch their icons. I just click once or twice on "Wait" and they show up eventually, but it's annoying. Maybe LauncherPro is doing something in the wrong thread. Maybe some icon caching would help.
This is just the icon caching. All users that use a SD card has this on the archos. But the launcher does determine how long this wait is. Currently i switched over to a new launcher called "go launcher". Unfortunately Google market wont let archos users download it. Search in the market for it, then go to their site and downlaod it from the developers. Its really different compared to other launchers but runs smooth and many customisations avaible.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/go-launcher-ex/com.gau.go.launcherex
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I use Zeam launcher and love it, although it doesn't have so many crazy, fancy options, its praised to be the fastest Android launcher
lifehacker.com/5729485/zeam-is-the-fastest-android-launcher-weve-seen-yet
I was with ADW, which was great but i read a post which mentioned Go Launcher and it was much faster than ADW in every way, for example when loading after being killed. Also it has a System Persistent which was the best I've had so far, but ADW beats Go at Themes which i didn't really like on the Go Launcher.
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I use Zeam launcher and love it, although it doesn't have so many crazy, fancy options, its praised to be the fastest Android launcher
http://www.lifehacker.com/5729485/zeam-is-the-fastest-android-launcher-weve-seen-yet
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Strongly agree with you. I love Zeam launcher so much.
big ach said:
I use Zeam launcher and love it, although it doesn't have so many crazy, fancy options, its praised to be the fastest Android launcher
lifehacker.com/5729485/zeam-is-the-fastest-android-launcher-weve-seen-yet
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+1 : zeam is my favorite launcher
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+1 : zeam is my favorite launcher
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+1 zeam launcher
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launcher pro
I use adw
@OP It would be great if you could add a poll to this thread better view over the launchers
ADW Ex! It's nice on my Asus EeePad Slider and my Archos 70 IT.
All i don't like is the forced buttons on the left from the Archos ROM. It would be nice if i could hide them on the launcher.
Launcher pro suits my need..
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360 launcher is the best by a mile use on my phone also
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Launcher Pro!
I went for Go Launcher, because I really wanted categorization. Personally, I would have preferred something just like the Palm launcher, and that was the closest I could find.
on my 101it I use ADW Launche EX with ics theme and my custom framework RoTTeNinICE
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=21239277#post21239277
Which is better to you ? Thanks
When I had my old Galaxy I tried both. Ended up with ADW EX. Seemed to work a bit better and I prefer some of its options/layout. From what I remember, they are very similar. When I picked up my Atrix, I just put ADW on. Never bothered to try LP.
oh alrightty . thanks
go launcher ex
pretties
I've tried them both and prefer adw. They're really similar. Just try then both and pick the one you like
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I used LP+ for 2 years and really liked it but I decided to try out ADW EX a couple weeks ago and I will have to say I really like ADW but that might be because it's still new to me. It def has more options for customization but it is a pain trying to replace the widgets that came with LP+ (though I have been using Android Pro Widgets)
Adw launcher EX all the way. It has more control over the home screen giving you more options
I have the paid versions of both, but I run the free Go Launcher EX. I just like it better than either ADW or LP+
Who's down with LPP? Ya you know me!
I much prefer LauncherPro..I love the swipe function on the dock icons..giving you access to 10 apps/functions right from the main dock (30 if you use the extra docks). I tried ADW..but didn't notice this option..so I switched back. Not to mention the Launcher Pro widgets are slick.
Been running LP+ for a while and have stuck with it. LP also seemed a little smoother than ADW, although ADW has more options. Honestly I don't think you can go wrong with either, it really boils down to personal preference. Download the free version of each of them and see which one "floats your boat". Also don't count out the "dark horse" Go Launcher EX. It is free and has a lot of options as well, although I felt it was the least smooth of the three (as you can probably tell, smooth is a big deal with me)
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Adw launcher EX all the way. It has more control over the home screen giving you more options
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+1 on ADW EX Have tried GO Launcher, Launcher Pro.. all have their goods and bads, but love the customization of ADW EX
What is your guys ideas on the best launchers available? Which ones are the best for ICS themes, etc.?
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I like GO Launcher and the other various apps that run smoothly with it. There are a lot of various ways to customize your launcher. The only other one that I've used, besides stock, was ADW Launcher. Try a few out. No harm in that. Then check out Ashlepedia's thread in the General section on how to push your launcher app to the /system/app folder. That way, as a system folder, you won't lose the launcher on a data wipe. You can either delete the old launcher or add .bak at the end so you don't have two launchers running at the same time. Ash's thread will explain better. O, and GO launcher has ICS theme.
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I like GO Launcher and the other various apps that run smoothly with it. There are a lot of various ways to customize your launcher. The only other one that I've used, besides stock, was ADW Launcher. Try a few out. No harm in that. Then check out Ashlepedia's thread in the General section on how to push your launcher app to the /system/app folder. That way, as a system folder, you won't lose the launcher on a data wipe. You can either delete the old launcher or add .bak at the end so you don't have two launchers running at the same time. Ash's thread will explain better. O, and GO launcher has ICS theme.
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+1 to Go Launcher EX. Plus, it's free.
Ciao!
Thanks for the suggestions, also can I use uot kitchen to make a lock screen. I used it before and changed icons and font but wasn't sure about the lock screen.
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Widget locker has amazing ics lockscreens. Its what I use and it is exactly the same as the real one. I use adw ex. It has implemented a few ics features which is really nice. I like go launcher as well but I just prefer adw. Try a few out and you will get a feeling for which one you like best.
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I have had the best luck with Launcher Pro. Extremely customizable, low battery use, lots of places to put things. The dock with Launcher Pro is very versatile with many slots for items.
I just SBFed last night and pushed Eclipse 2.0.3 on my DX2, Launcher Pro backs up your screen items and then restores them even after that. I install all of my apps, then Launcher pro, then just choose Restore settings, and poof, back in business without the need to re-arrange everything.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.fede.launcher (Free version)
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.fede.launcherproplusunlocker (Unlocker)
If you like it, please buy it. It is more than worth the price.
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I like GO Launcher and the other various apps that run smoothly with it. There are a lot of various ways to customize your launcher. The only other one that I've used, besides stock, was ADW Launcher. Try a few out. No harm in that. Then check out Ashlepedia's thread in the General section on how to push your launcher app to the /system/app folder. That way, as a system folder, you won't lose the launcher on a data wipe. You can either delete the old launcher or add .bak at the end so you don't have two launchers running at the same time. Ash's thread will explain better. O, and GO launcher has ICS theme.
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+1 for Go Launcher. It probably is the best launcher out. I keep coming back to that launcher and everything that goes with it because of all of the customization.
Ive been using ADW (Paid versions) off and on since Ive had this phone. I've downloaded Go Launcher before and messed around with it but I have never customized it and used it as my every day launcher until yesterday. I have to say, Go Launcher, for some reason, feels more snappier and responsive than ADW.
Go Launcher is my choice too. I used to use Launcher Pro (long time user). It's a decent launcher too but for some reason it started hanging at times. Couldn't do anything for 5 seconds or more. No doubt it was causing it either. Shut it down and the hangs would quit happening. Also, the program hasn't been updated since last May. They keep saying there's a rewrite in the works but they've been saying that since last June or July. At the moment, it appears to me that it's pretty much abandonware now.
Anyway, I switched to Go Launcher a couple months ago and have never looked back. Has all the dock functions of Launcher Pro and more. The themes are great, it's snappy and, well, just works well. Just my 2 cents worth.
zeam launcher is my fav although it isnt an ics wannabe. not a resource hog like all the other launchers and only a few hundred kilobyte download.
Ive since redownloaded go launcher ex and bought ics pro theme for it. Im very pleased! Although I like the simplicity of adw, go launcher just seems more complete.
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Go laucher is good. Best speed in my opinion for a launcher
I have tried go and adw. Used to use go but kinda laggy to me but liked all the customization. Adw free was fast but didn't customize well in my opinion. Adw paid was on sale for 10 cents so got out and love it has most of the features of go but runs much faster. Every once in a while it redraws but think it's more of a memory issue cause it usually does it after playing a game or something.
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had adw then got go an never looked back the best to me out there
I really liked go launcher for a loooong time but I decided to deal with ADW for a while since in came with the CM7 rom and honestly, It grows on you. A lot more options and hard key replacements. Also, I always hated the ugly menu in go launcher but thats gone now I would say try ADW for a good week before you make a decision.
And adw ex paid is even better than reg adw
QQ launcher is great.
Mixer themed cm7 X duce
ADW EX (has a great free ICS theme) or SPB Shell 3D. GO is ok but sometimes it gets a little wonky.
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+1 to Go Launcher EX. Plus, it's free.
Ciao!
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+1 as well for Go Launcher EX. Plus, the ICS theme is really nice for it.
I also like how with Go Launcher, I can long press on my home screen, select applications and then it lets me pick one or more apps I want to place on the screen, rather than having to drag each application one at a time. I have yet to see any of the other launchers do this.
And, on CM7 Beta, it is REALLY snappy.
I have looked around at many launchers and my favorite is adw launcher from CM7. I will upload the apk as soon as I have a chance. Go launcher is also good though
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