by dbadmin | Apr 9, 2025 | Android apps, Android Launchers, Features, Google, Google Pixel, Microsoft
When you think of Microsoft, the likes of Windows, Office, and Bing probably come to mind. I doubt that “creator of a brilliant Android launcher” would spring to mind. Since receiving a Pixel 8, I’ve struggled to bend its home software to suit my needs. I’ve learned...
by dbadmin | Mar 16, 2025 | Android Launchers, Features, Google Pixel
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority I’m a big fan of the Pixel Launcher. So much so, that I actually ditched Nova Launcher when I switched from OnePlus to a Google phone. However, while I appreciate its clean, simple UI and great features, I think there’s...
by dbadmin | Mar 5, 2025 | Android Launchers, Google, Google Pixel, News
Credit: Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Google has taken a massive step towards fixing the animation issues that have plagued third-party launchers on Pixel phones for years. The fixes are currently rolling out as part of the March 2025 update. In our tests,...
by dbadmin | Feb 22, 2025 | Android Launchers, Features, Google, Google Pixel
I love the versatility and ingenuity of third-party Android launchers. I often ditch the default home screen on new phones as soon as possible, but in the case of Pixel Launcher commanding my Pixel 8, I’m growing rather fond of Google’s default home app. It’s swift,...
by dbadmin | Feb 19, 2025 | Android Launchers, News, Samsung, Samsung One UI
Credit: Mitja Rutnik / Android Authority Third-party launchers sometimes aren’t as smooth as the default launcher, especially regarding animations. The lead developer of the popular Niagara launcher explains that Samsung and Google don’t support third-party access to...
by dbadmin | Feb 18, 2025 | Android Launchers, Features, Google, Google Pixel, Google Pixel 8
When I get a new phone, more often than not, I’ll jump right into installing my favorite third-party apps. So, when the Google Pixel 8 landed at my door, you best believe I wanted to shove a new launcher on it as soon as possible. But, as this year is about breaking...
