by dbadmin | Nov 12, 2025 | Android Launchers, News
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Nova Launcher is getting yet another update with version 8.1.6 beta. The latest update resolves a bug that was causing the launcher to crash when performing a search in the app drawer. These regular updates might seem...
by dbadmin | Nov 6, 2025 | Android Launchers, News
Credit: Niagara Launcher TL;DR Niagara Launcher is receiving a new visual update, featuring a range of new themes and wallpapers. Unlike traditional minimalist wallpapers, Niagara is bringing several new intricately designed illustrations for wallpapers. The update...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Android Launchers, News
TL;DR Nova Launcher’s fate looked uncertain as of September, with no original developers left to work on it. Last month, a surprise update arrived supposedly based on previously prepared code. This week it’s followed by a new update, including bug fixes and stability...
by dbadmin | Oct 30, 2025 | Android, Android Launchers, News
TL;DR Nova Launcher appeared to have shut down for good last month when its founder, Kevin Barry, left its parent company Branch Metrics. The launcher received a rare update on the Google Play Store today, its first since May 2024. The update includes new features and...
by dbadmin | Oct 19, 2025 | Android apps, Android Launchers, Features
Saying that Nova Launcher had a profound impact on the Android we know and love today would be an understatement. The launcher endured over a dozen operating system versions and opened up a universe of customization to users. Not only that, it also made app search and...
by dbadmin | Oct 18, 2025 | Android apps, Android Launchers, Features
I’ve used almost every major Android launcher in recent years, some for a few days for testing purposes and others for years as the backbone of my smartphone’s home screen. These launchers range from the now-deprecated Nova Launcher to hot new properties like Octopi...
