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...
by dbadmin | Jan 9, 2025 | Android Launchers, Features, Google Pixel
Credit: Rita El Khoury / Android Authority I’m very familiar with different launchers, as I used Nova Launcher for quite some time on my old OnePlus phones. But when I made the switch to a Pixel, I enjoyed the default Pixel Launcher so much that going back to Nova...
by dbadmin | Dec 28, 2024 | Android Launchers, Emulator, Features, Gaming
EmulationStation has been one of the best emulation frontends for years, and with the recent update to the Android port of ES-DE Frontend, I wanted to see just how far I could push it. It offers an excellent UI for emulation, but can it do more? Can it replace my main...
by dbadmin | Dec 6, 2024 | Android Launchers, Features
You’re spoiled for choice when shopping for a new Android launcher. From smaller players like Kvaesitso and Niagara to industry heavies like Nova Launcher, there are many alternatives to stock options, and this number is steadily growing. The latest entry comes from...
by dbadmin | Sep 16, 2024 | Android Launchers, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority Developers behind some big-name launchers have come together to create a survey for users. This comes after years of third-party launchers being treated like second-class citizens on Android. The survey’s findings will be...
by dbadmin | Sep 5, 2024 | Android, Android Launchers, Software lists
The app launcher is the very heart of the Android phone. You use it daily, often without notice, to launch apps, view widget information, check the time, and enjoy your wallpapers. While many OEM Android launchers are excellent, there are some seriously left-field...