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Google Now Launcher Arrives on Google Play for Nexus and GPE Devices

Kellen February 26, 2014 99

Remember when the launcher on the Nexus 5 turned into the Google Now Launcher? We told you at the time that its appearance on the Play store as an app for everyone was likely imminent as it included a way to import settings from your old launcher. Guess what?...

Quickr – Action Launcher Hits Google Play, Works Alongside Your Current Launcher for Faster Multitasking

Tim January 20, 2014 10

When using our phones, we want to be able to perform certain tasks very fast, such as switching between apps or controlling system settings. For most users, you can press on the recent apps button and switch between whatever app you want or just pull down your...

Themer Beta Updated With Stability Fixes, More Themes Added

Tim January 13, 2014 51

If the Plain Jane Android homescreen isn't your taste, then we are sure you have already downloaded and tried out Themer from MyColorScreen. If you have not, it's a simple launcher replacement app that automatically gives your phone an entirely new look and...

Nova Launcher Updated to Version 2.3, Brings the Essential Kit Kat Look and Feel

Tim December 10, 2013 76

An update hit Nova Launcher today, which brings it to version 2.3. Inside the update is a big changelog, full of Kit Kat goodies and features. For starters, the scroll indicator from Kit Kat has been added, as well as Kit Kat style folders. Keep in mind, if...

Action Launcher 2.0 Released to Google Play, Plus a Free Version for All to Enjoy

Tim December 4, 2013 32

When it comes to third party launchers for Android, there are plenty of options, but you will find that the majority of users probably stick to either Nova Launcher, Action Launcher, or Apex Launcher. Again, there are a ton of options out there, but you get...

KitKat Launcher+ – Experience Launcher With Customizable Options and Enhanced Features

Tim December 2, 2013 98

While the Google Experience Launcher found on the Nexus 5 is great, and adds quick access to Google Now among other nice features, it isn't very customizable. Grid size options are non existent, adding and removing additional homescreen pages is a pain, so at...

Google Search Receives Update to Version 3.1.8, Brings New Cards and GEL to Android 4.1+ Devices

Tim November 13, 2013 222

Google Search received a big update this evening to version 3.1.8, bringing with it a gang of new features. The crown jewel for most users will be the ability to use the official Google Experience Launcher that comes stock on the Nexus 5, plus its always-...

Nova Launcher Beta Updated With Transparent Nav Buttons and Notification Bar Support

Tim November 11, 2013 97

After the launch of Kit Kat, it was unclear exactly when the developers behind popular third party launcher apps would update their offerings to allow users not on the Nexus 5 to take advantage of that sexy new "translucent" look that Google introduced in...