I don't have much experience with any but the stock launcher. In fact, being relatively new to android I didn't even realize that you could change launchers until I flashed MIUI which had three diff ones. I'm using Apex now and I like it. Any others that you prefer?
I started with Stock, LauncherPro, then ADWLauncer (which I liked), then Coffee Bean theam. Phone would sometime freeze and I got pissed and put it entirely back to stock.
Personally, with a little time and effort, stock is not that bad to me.
I am using QQ's launchers lock screen
With ADWLauncher EX. Have used SPB Shell 3D also.
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Have used SPB Shell 3D also.
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I forgot, I had SPB Shell 3D originally too. Not ready for Primetime. Lots of freezes, I would flick my finger to change screens, up to a minute later. Sometimes it would lock and not let me make phone calls!
Here is the real kicker why I dumped them. I go to call my brother, nothing happens so I return to home screen. I go to call my mother, same thing nothing. I go to call my girl, same thing. I go to call my brother again, nothing. Geting frusted I put it down. 15 minutes all the calls that did not go thru, it would recall them back in order. If I caught it, I would just hangup. If not, brother picks up and finds im not there, hangs up, then my Photon would call my mother...............Agh! Then they all call back later and asked why I called them!
I had the 3D shell on Evo, AT&T Fuze, AT&T Tilt and did not have a single issue (then again, it was not a rich and flashy as now. Just did not work for me!)
zeam is the one that I use. (lol, is that long enough?)
dsims7_2000 said:
I forgot, I had SPB Shell 3D originally too. Not ready for Primetime. Lots of freezes, I would flick my finger to change screens, up to a minute later. Sometimes it would lock and not let me make phone calls!
Here is the real kicker why I dumped them. I go to call my brother, nothing happens so I return to home screen. I go to call my mother, same thing nothing. I go to call my girl, same thing. I go to call my brother again, nothing. Geting frusted I put it down. 15 minutes all the calls that did not go thru, it would recall them back in order. If I caught it, I would just hangup. If not, brother picks up and finds im not there, hangs up, then my Photon would call my mother...............Agh! Then they all call back later and asked why I called them!
I had the 3D shell on Evo, AT&T Fuze, AT&T Tilt and did not have a single issue (then again, it was not a rich and flashy as now. Just did not work for me!)
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This exact scenario use to happen to me when I used Go Launcher EX. Problem went away when I went back to stock. Months later, I loaded ADW (free version) and did NOT experience this problem. Purchased ADW EX a few weeks ago and the problem is back! ARGH!!
Anyone else having this problem with ADW EX?
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This exact scenario use to happen to me when I used Go Launcher EX. Problem went away when I went back to stock. Months later, I loaded ADW (free version) and did NOT experience this problem. Purchased ADW EX a few weeks ago and the problem is back! ARGH!!
Anyone else having this problem with ADW EX?
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I have had this same issue, most frequently with Go Launcher EX when coupled with my Cardock. I have periodically had the issue with ADW EX, but much less frequently.
frozndevl said:
I have had this same issue, most frequently with Go Launcher EX when coupled with my Cardock. I have periodically had the issue with ADW EX, but much less frequently.
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Well, I am glad to know it is not just "my phone" that is having this problem. I'm also curious as to why it does not happen with the free version of ADW.
I've tried ADW Launcher, SPB Shell 3D, Nemus Launcher...The best one in my opinion is Go Launcher EX, easy to use and customize.
I've been having this problem for only the last month or so...prior to that never had a problem.
It started with Launcher Pro and mostly seemed to happen when the phone had been inactive for several hours. Switched to Go Launcher and still have the problem, just not as often...
Tried factory reset, then SBF, switched from 198_6 to 198_7...same problem.
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I've been having this problem for only the last month or so...prior to that never had a problem.
It started with Launcher Pro and mostly seemed to happen when the phone had been inactive for several hours. Switched to Go Launcher and still have the problem, just not as often...
Tried factory reset, then SBF, switched from 198_6 to 198_7...same problem.
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For me, the problem generally occurs when I hang up with one person and then immediately attempt to place another call. I run my entire business through my phone so I am making and receiving calls literally all day. This problem definitely causes some inconvenience.
Ive been using launcher pro plus about a week now and no problems with.
Go Launcher Ex with ICS theme, and ICS themed icons.
Used to use Launcher Pro Plus all the time but got fed up with the lack of updates. Ran SPB Shell for a long time and had no issues with it. Not sure why peeps say it is not ready for primetime cause it works good on the Photon. Most that say that are probably using an older/hacked version of it. Now I am using GoLauncher EX because it has a lot of themes/widgets available and I like the amount of options however it does lag some when scrolling between screens depending on the animation used. When on ICS I was running Apex launcher and recommend it for that. Works without issue and keeps that ICS interface feel.
Since I switched from running SPB on my phone I loaded it on one of my tablets and actually like it better with the tablet interface. It really works well when in landscape unlike a lot of the other launchers. Don't like having the launcher bar on the side when in landscape on a tablet.
Hello,
I use ADW Launcher EX and cannot be more pleased. I got it during the Android Market Xmas Promotion when tons of Apps were $0.10 or whatever they were.
Cheers,
JJ
Go Launcher Ex!
Hands down the best (IMO).
Its the only one which has the ability to re-size icons & widgets irrespective of the original size.
I've used ADW EX and Launcher Pro Plus, while ADW has a few more features and is still getting updates, I love the features of Launcher Pro Plus even though it hasn't been updated in a while, every time I switch to a different one I always go back to it. Never had an issue with it, no lag no nothing. My phone is always super fast and it's only rotted
I like adw ex the best, never had any problems and usually crappy phones in general can run adw five times faster than their stock, ive tried go launcher, its very similar to adw but it glitches up a bit(not as smooth and snappy) adw also has resizable widgets and overlaping widgets(i do photos behind apps its kinda cool) never had any major problem with adw always been reliable and my favorite from the start!
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I've been using ADW launcher now with no theme for quite a while. It's been really stable and a vast improvement over the stock blur UI. I like that I'm able to achieve a level of consistency between all of my android devices so switching between them isn't a pain at all.
Golauncher ex. Folders in the app drawer, resizing widgets, the new power manager (which rocks btw), and awesome transitions.
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SPB mobile shell 3d! It is finally here; I've given it a try, and I must say I like it. However, the $15 (£~10) price tag is a little steep.
http://spb.com/android-software/shell
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SPB mobile shell 3d! It is finally here; I've given it a try, and I must say I like it. However, the $15 (£~10) price tag is a little steep.
http://spb.com/android-software/shell
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Does it run fine, no lag?
Maybe I'll say it, I guess I will: This thing looks like it struts its stuff more hardcore than Sense.
Yeah, how does it run? $15 is pretty steep..but it looks pretty intense compared to the other home replacements.
I was playing with it a bit on my CM7 legend, and it ran super smooth. Not sure what's it's battery impact or anything was since I was running what shall be considered a trial version, that wouldn't stay as the default home screen so only had it going for a few minutes. But like usual SPB makes a nice program and runs it at way above average cost for what it is. Might still get it later not sold on it yet though. Oh not sure if it says it anywhere but it seems to kill live wallpapers.
It doesn't support live wallpapers for 'performance issues'. It runs very smoothly though, but I've noticed that when you open the app drawer it sometimes freezes for a few seconds. Generally, it seems very good; just as eye-pleasing as sense, but smoother, and I especially like the 3d carousel and the folders. Android folders where always a bit rubbish, but the folders on this thing are as good as in iOS, only you can have an unlimited number of apps in each one!
$10 would probably be a better price for it - that's still quite a bit compared to other Android apps, but the developers have clearly put a lot of effort into this.
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Android folders where always a bit rubbish, but the folders on this thing are as good as in iOS, only you can have an unlimited number of apps in each one!
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I'm utterly confused by this statement...what makes iOS folders so special? Other than it looking pretty when you open it.
I was almost sold on it until I figured out icon and widget placement is just like iOS, ie you can't put them anywhere. That totally kills my layout scheme.
Well, I had a go. $15 is way too much for this. It's not what I'd call a "phone changing" app. I'll stick to LPP
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I'm utterly confused by this statement...what makes iOS folders so special? Other than it looking pretty when you open it.
I was almost sold on it until I figured out icon and widget placement is just like iOS, ie you can't put them anywhere. That totally kills my layout scheme.
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That's all I meant - the Android folders are quite ugly. I've always wanted a cross between iOS and Android, like MIUI, and this just about achieves that.
And yes, that is slightly annoying!
15 is way too much.. i would pay 15 for sth mindblowing, but Not for this ^^
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I've made the "mistake"...and have paid. The shell lasted on my phone 1 hour. Maybe it's just me, but when returning from each application launched or other screen besides the home screen, I got a BLACK one instead of the homescreen. I had to touch the screen (or press back button) once again to get the proper screen. I wrote to support, they asked me to reinstall it. I did and it's the same. So getting a black screen each time I'm supposing to be back at homescreen does not convince me at all.
That was the biggest drawback for me. There was no lag though when scroling through carousel or when playing with the menus. Other things I didn't like were the lack of widget resizing support or some other stuff I got used to from ADW Launcher/EX. The switch widgets (for WiFi/BT, etc) were not so customisable, same goes for the widgets on the screens. I was not able to set the alarm appl to be launched when pressing the clock (I use Alarm Clock+ by default), or the SMS application, or the dialer. These are things I didn't like at all, especialy from a 10 EUR/15 USD launcher. I've expected too much I guess. Back on Launcher 7 or ADW Launcher EX. Oh...I almost forgot to mention that the "auto arrange" setting for icons, widgets and so on, pissed me off alot. Could be that I didin't find where to deactivate it, but usualy I want to arrange things on my screen myself.
Good job guys...Marketing deserves it all. They convinced me to buy it...the application itself didn't.
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I've made the "mistake"...and have paid. The shell lasted on my phone 1 hour. Maybe it's just me, but when returning from each application launched or other screen besides the home screen, I got a BLACK one instead of the homescreen. I had to touch the screen (or press back button) once again to get the proper screen. I wrote to support, they asked me to reinstall it. I did and it's the same. So getting a black screen each time I'm supposing to be back at homescreen does not convince me at all.
That was the biggest drawback for me. There was no lag though when scroling through carousel or when playing with the menus. Other things I didn't like were the lack of widget resizing support or some other stuff I got used to from ADW Launcher/EX. The switch widgets (for WiFi/BT, etc) were not so customisable, same goes for the widgets on the screens. I was not able to set the alarm appl to be launched when pressing the clock (I use Alarm Clock+ by default), or the SMS application, or the dialer. These are things I didn't like at all, especialy from a 10 EUR/15 USD launcher. I've expected too much I guess. Back on Launcher 7 or ADW Launcher EX. Oh...I almost forgot to mention that the "auto arrange" setting for icons, widgets and so on, pissed me off alot. Could be that I didin't find where to deactivate it, but usualy I want to arrange things on my screen myself.
Good job guys...Marketing deserves it all. They convinced me to buy it...the application itself didn't.
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This is a cyanogen issue, no problems for other roms.
@Rapier. As the guy above me pointed out, this seems to be a issue with CM. The same thing happened to be, but flashing Blayos Rom solved it.
I'm actually very happy with it, I think it looks great and the speed is awesome. The only thing I don't like is the shortcut auto arrange.
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Too bad then. And to understand better, you're talking about the "black screen issue" right?
Still there are some other things that I don't like (I've pointed them out in my post) and I don't think they're CM related. I'm not sorry about the money, but I will not change CM ROM for this. If SPB will work on CM ROM, great, I'll give it another try...till then, I'll stick with Launcher 7 or ADW Launcher EX.
Don't missunderstood me...SPB IS GREAT. Really. I had it on my HTC Diamond (an older version) and it was the best launcher I've ever used on that phone. But after switching to Android and playing with ADW, Launcher Pro and others, I just feel it more "restricted" and offering fewer options, especially when talking about a much higher price. The interface is neat, has a lot of things, but going deep under it's hood is not allowing you to customize it as much as other launchers. Most of the widgets are limited in functionality and do not allow many customizations. But it may be a perfect match for someone looking for basic functionality and usage of standard apps.
Hi
I just purchased a legend having stock 2.2 Sense on it (Vodafone). When I try to goto SPB Shell Home, it shows that SPB Shell is loading, but then nothing happens
Any suggestions?
Yes I'm talking about the black screen issue. I agree with you, it's not worth changing roms over. I actually use Blayos Rom regularly, just happened to test it with CM. So its not a big deal for me. I also think the lack of customization is a bummer, but I'm happy with it for now. In a month I don't know. Also for me 15 dollars ain't that much, that's barely one dinner in Norway
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Well, I had a go. $15 is way too much for this. It's not what I'd call a "phone changing" app. I'll stick to LPP
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Agreed. It was cool for a day then I missed ADW.
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I have HTC Legend with Blayo's B0.8 and I installed SPB but then when I hit home button it asks wich launcher to use, I select SPB and then it asks if I want to activate, I click "yes" but the get error: The device is not supported.
What should I do? I don't think it not supported since you guys managed to run it on your Legends.
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I have HTC Legend with Blayo's B0.8 and I installed SPB but then when I hit home button it asks wich launcher to use, I select SPB and then it asks if I want to activate, I click "yes" but the get error: The device is not supported.
What should I do? I don't think it not supported since you guys managed to run it on your Legends.
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I was not able to use it either on my Legend with stock ROmM
MaBlo said:
... Also for me 15 dollars ain't that much, that's barely one dinner in Norway
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Neither for me I said "much" compared with the price for other launchers (and which are also better in my opinion)
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Neither for me I said "much" compared with the price for other launchers (and which are also better in my opinion)
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To be honest I'm not using it anymore, got tired of it fast
On a side note, do anyone else find Launcher Pro laggy with CM7? I switched to ADW EX, and it's much smoother.
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Is there a way to get rid of the damn bar on top that has the ADW icon?
It seems to run really smooth and has lots of options that you can make work well on the tablet but that bar up top and the ADW icon really kill it. I've tried VTL but it's really lacking in the options.
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Is there a way to get rid of the damn bar on top that has the ADW icon?
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Known issue that the developer has stated will be addressed in the next version. Hopefully.
I had been using ADWex since last friday when I got it, and initially I loved it. But it seemed to have some issues staying in memory and became jerky when I added more than three or four widgets, even when I cut it down to three homescreens it still would reload the entire homescreen every time I exited out of an app, even if just for a few minutes. I tried system persistent and re-installing it, but it didn't seem to help. It looked great after it loaded, but even the default launcher was smoother and faster to load. If anyone knows why that might be I'd love to go back to it.
I switched to LPP last night, and so far it's been working the smoothest out of all three of them, even loaded with widgets and homescreens. Downside is lack of tablet customization, it's just the phone version supersized, which works and looks fine to me, but no honeycomb-specific features.
I had alot of FC's with LP where as ADW is perfect. I'm really looking forward to the honeycomb supported versions and getting hardware acceleration.
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Love the new higher resolution on the 3VO, but one thing I have noticed it seems too tall for only 4 icons top to bottom, seems like it could almost handle 5 rows tall ?
Could custom Rom allow that change ?
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Not even a custom rom, Launcher-Pro ADW_Launcher etc has the ability to handle additional icon rows/cols if I remember right.
error4o4 said:
Not even a custom rom, Launcher-Pro ADW_Launcher etc has the ability to handle additional icon rows/cols if I remember right.
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correct, i love the new sense 3.0,but dumped their home launcher on first day for ADW
i now have 6 rows of icons with the 3D resolution, and 5 columns of icons (compared to the 4row 4col with sense)
SayWhat10 said:
correct, i love the new sense 3.0,but dumped their home launcher on first day for ADW
i now have 6 rows of icons with the 3D resolution, and 5 columns of icons (compared to the 4row 4col with sense)
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I will have to try that. I really need more than 4x4 on this phone.
I looked up ADW launcher in the Market, all the recent comments say it force closes and freezes up a lot ?
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HOnestly I find ADW to be crap in comparison to Launcher Pro.
ADW i've always had issues with from 2 years ago even till now.
Zorachus said:
I will have to try that. I really need more than 4x4 on this phone.
I looked up ADW launcher in the Market, all the recent comments say it force closes and freezes up a lot ?
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well im using ADW EX on the 3D with no force closes
i think you're reading about the free one
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well im using ADW EX on the 3D with no force closes
i think you're reading about the free one
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Does it effect the new Sense lock screen ?
Or take up more memory slowing down the phone at all ?
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error4o4 said:
HOnestly I find ADW to be crap in comparison to Launcher Pro.
ADW i've always had issues with from 2 years ago even till now.
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curios, why you say crap?
like what advantage or things does launcher pro do that ADW cant?
Zorachus said:
Does it effect the new Sense lock screen ?
Or take up more memory slowing down the phone at all ?
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effect in what way?
the only thing is, if you choose ADW as your launcher(or probably any other launcher), when you hit the personalize button, it wont do anything. Meaning you cant change the options for lockscreen and stuff.
I dont know how much memory ADW takes up, but I see no ill effect (plus we have more memory than previous evo 4G anyway)
It doesnt slow my phone down at all (had it on evo 4G didnt slow it down either)
HOWEVER, all you have to do is change back to the sense launcher, do your changes, then set ADW back to your standard launcher. Easy
I really suggest you try it if you want to truly customize your homescreen,its literally like about 100more features to ADW than the standard sense,even with it being 3.0
When I had my Evo 4G there was something you could flash on top of a custom ROM to allow 5x4 for sense so I'm sure it'll be possible eventually.
With ADW/AWD ( always get that wrong, sorry) I had my share of problems ranging from FC's (Force Close) every so often restarting the entire launcher.
But my #1 main issue with it happened no matter what ROM i'd be using. The icon bars would randomly disappear and would not re-appear till I reboot the phone. Even when I tried to restore backups of the launcher (build in feature) it wouldnt fix it till I reboot.
Never had that with Launcher Pro, and LP seemed cleaner all in all.
Both are good dont get me wrong, but in my personal experience one certainly was better than the other.
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With ADW/AWD ( always get that wrong, sorry) I had my share of problems ranging from FC's (Force Close) every so often restarting the entire launcher.
But my #1 main issue with it happened no matter what ROM i'd be using. The icon bars would randomly disappear and would not re-appear till I reboot the phone. Even when I tried to restore backups of the launcher (build in feature) it wouldnt fix it till I reboot.
Never had that with Launcher Pro, and LP seemed cleaner all in all.
Both are good dont get me wrong, but in my personal experience one certainly was better than the other.
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I use LPP and love it, got the 5x4 setup going on. its great.
I agree HTC kinda messed that up. It's okay for most widgets but definitely too much space for apps. And multicon (my saving grace on the EVO) looks messed up...
Via 3VO on TapaTalk
awenthol said:
I agree HTC kinda messed that up. It's okay for most widgets but definitely too much space for apps. And multicon (my saving grace on the EVO) looks messed up...
Via 3VO on TapaTalk
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Just use LPP or ADW
Shot from my L96A1
I put Launcher Pro on my 3VO and I have to say, I love my phone 100 times better. I was seriously not very impressed with this phone, but now that I have more control over everything, I love it. Get it!
I am very disappointed in Launcher Pro Plus as after about a week of use, it begins to force close almost every time I power on my phone. What a good launcher to try? Thanks in advance!
I am on the P3Droid rooted GB!
quadjacks said:
I am very disappointed in Launcher Pro Plus as after about a week of use, it begins to force close almost every time I power on my phone. What a good launcher to try? Thanks in advance!
I am on the P3Droid rooted GB!
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Did You Try Uninstalling And Reinstalling It?
MikeJ92YJ said:
Did You Try Uninstalling And Reinstalling It?
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Waaaay to many times to count.
quadjacks said:
Waaaay to many times to count.
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Alright Then Well There's ADW Which Is Cool And There Is GOLauncher EX. Those Are The Top Two. I'm Using LPP, Sorry You're Having Issues With It.
I too had major issues with LPP on the X2. I was a long time LPP user, but switched to Go Launcher and I haven't looked back. I've been using it for a little over a month and I haven't had a single force close or redraw. I won't be going back to LPP anytime soon.
The only thing I missed from LPP when I switched were the calendar and agenda widgets that were built into LPP. I downloaded Colorized Widgets (free) and the widgets are nearly identical to LPP.
I was using the FB and Twitter widgets. Not sure if they were causing the issues! I would get freezes that sometimes turned into force closes. Attempted to contact the Dev..., UH but you know how that's goes sometimes with some of these guys!
quadjacks said:
I am very disappointed in Launcher Pro Plus as after about a week of use, it begins to force close almost every time I power on my phone. What a good launcher to try? Thanks in advance!
I am on the P3Droid rooted GB!
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It was FC on me everytime I swiped to switch screens - made it completely unusable for me. I have tried them all, and nothing beats ADW EX in my opinion.
Rock solid.
Same thing is happening to me. I already bought LPP from the market, it was like $3, I really don't want to shell out another $3 or $4, I think developers should be fixing problems with their apps. I've bought so many apps for a purpose and then later they stop working because of a new android version, or they just become buggy altogether.
Go Launcher EX is free and has all the features of the paid versions of LPP and ADW. Plus, the GO team is constantly updating it.
Im sure the widgets have something to do with it.. I have been using LPP since day 1 on gb and not had had a single FC or issue with it.. Its FAST, and i have a few widgets on it:
-the weather channel
-Scorebook
-Sticky Notes
-Touch Calendar Pro
-Digital Clock Widget
-BT/AP/Wifi/GPS On/Off
not a single issue.. also have a few shortcut icons there.
I even had the 3d effect on for a while, but i turned it off cause i liked the bigger icons top and bottom instead of the fold over effect.. which is nifty tho.
I run launcher pro and only have had 2 force closes since I updated to gb
DROID x2 xda premium .. woot * woot
MrWilliams2 said:
Go Launcher EX is free and has all the features of the paid versions of LPP and ADW. Plus, the GO team is constantly updating it.
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Is it me or does it not have an option to hide the status bar? I just tried it out after using LP for a half day and immediately had to switch back. Using Launcher Pro since I updated to GB yesterday, it seems nice, but I haven't found many good themes for it to entice me to get the premium version. On the other hand I came from ADW, and while it seems like LP is better in a few ways, ADW has a large awesome list of themes you can install which has been tempting me to return to it.
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.
phieta said:
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.
Moon Shadow - NM said:
+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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