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Cool. Thanks. Looks like I should at least check one out in the flesh (er, whatever) before deciding then.
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Cool. Thanks. Looks like I should at least check one out in the flesh (er, whatever) before deciding then.
This was one of my main gripes. So stupid to have a homescreen only in portrait when so many apps work better in landscape.
"Rotation Control" solved it for me. I used the trial, then bought it. Set it up and forgot about it. Feels native but you might have to set certain allowances to avoid apps crashing when they are programmed only to work in certain orientations.
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It's a limitation on the stock launcher that should have been sorted by now.
I'm using Apex but but it doesn't replace the lock screen. I'd rather not risk breaking other apps, I'd just like the clock on the lock screen to be landscape
I'm using Apex but but it doesn't replace the lock screen. I'd rather not risk breaking other apps, I'd just like the clock on the lock screen to be landscape
One of the main reasons for my attraction to the nexus was the pure google experIence, so I was reluctant to "skin"over the top of it with another launcher. Compromised with the rotation control as it sorted my only issue with the standard feel.
Good to hear.
Nova is a stock launcher (looks the same) - but with loads of extra features.
You'll have to explain that to me.
There's only 1 stock launcher and that's the one thats integrated into JB from Google. Nova is downloaded from Google Play or an APK sideloaded. Therefore it is not THE stock launcher.
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Hi all, I've just got Google Music working and uploaded a playlist which I'm able to see and play on my sideloaded S3 app.
However, I can't seem to see it on my Nexus 7? Any idea why? Thanks.
However, I can't seem to see it on my Nexus 7? Any idea why? Thanks.
I think he means that Nova uses the look and feel of the stock launcher, while others like Apex aim to create a different look and feel.
Personally I think the stock launcher is too 'phone like' and I much prefer the tablet styling of Apex. I just wish the lock screen rotated
Personally I think the stock launcher is too 'phone like' and I much prefer the tablet styling of Apex. I just wish the lock screen rotated
You don't wan't to use it then go ahead
Do you use chrome as your stock browser - isn't that on the play store too? My point is, what difference does it make if you have to install it?
You don't wan't to use it then go ahead
Do you use chrome as your stock browser - isn't that on the play store too? My point is, what difference does it make if you have to install it?
If you have to install it its not stock. That's the difference. Just pointing out that there's only one stock launcher and Nova isn't it.
Install CPU Spy and it will show you the time your device spends in "states", including deep sleep.
Well I mean't stock as in looks exactly the same but with tons of features - which in the end is what really matters.
Stock is not the same as pre installed. The only devices that are stock are the Google ones (and may be those cheap Chinese ones?). Pretty much everything else comes with manufacturers own versions of things. Just look at the HTC devices and what comes pre installed on them.
Cheers, I'll give it a go.
Cheers, I'll give it a go.
That makes more sense. What features do you particularly like?
too many to list but here's a few - custom grid sizes, overlappable widgets, tons of swipe gestures (in the dock too), custom app and screen animations...
Highly customizable, performance driven, home screen replacement for Android 4.0+
Features include:
Color Themes
Change the ascent color of the launcher, full color picker support
Icon Themes
Apply ADW or Go launcher icon themes to all app icons
Scrollable Dock (for Tablets and Phones)
Keep all your favorite apps on the dock, with up to 7 icons per page and up to 3 pages.
Customizable App Drawer:
Transparency
Scrolling style, choose between horizontal paginated or vertical continuous
Scroll Effects
Enjoy eye candy when scrolling your desktop and drawer. Effects include Cube and Cardstack and more for Prime users.
Infinite Scroll
Never be far from your favorite page, loop through your desktop continuously.
Folder Icons
You can chose a background, preview style or even replace the whole icon.
Backup/Restore
Export your settings and layout before a wipe to quickly get back up and running.
Widgets in dock
Add any 1x1 widget to the dock
Widget Overlapping
Overlap on resize or placement, long-press to send to back or bring to front
Bulk Add
Add multiple apps to the desktop or a folder at once
Activities shortcut
Select hidden activities from your favorite apps
*Nova Launcher Prime Features (Paid version)*
Nova Launcher Prime unlocks the following features in Nova Launcher:
Drawer Groups:
Folders in App Drawer
Unlimited custom tabs
Organize apps into tabs and folders in the app drawer
Gestures
Quickly start Nova Actions or Apps from gestures on the desktop, such as pinching, swiping or two-finger swiping.
Hide Apps
Keep a clutter free drawer by hidding never used apps.
Dock Swipes
Get more use out of your dock apps by setting swipe-actions
Unread Counts
Never miss an email. Unread count badges for SMS, Missed calls and Gmail. Counts show in the dock, desktop, drawer and folders.
More Scroll Effects
Features include:
Color Themes
Change the ascent color of the launcher, full color picker support
Icon Themes
Apply ADW or Go launcher icon themes to all app icons
Scrollable Dock (for Tablets and Phones)
Keep all your favorite apps on the dock, with up to 7 icons per page and up to 3 pages.
Customizable App Drawer:
Transparency
Scrolling style, choose between horizontal paginated or vertical continuous
Scroll Effects
Enjoy eye candy when scrolling your desktop and drawer. Effects include Cube and Cardstack and more for Prime users.
Infinite Scroll
Never be far from your favorite page, loop through your desktop continuously.
Folder Icons
You can chose a background, preview style or even replace the whole icon.
Backup/Restore
Export your settings and layout before a wipe to quickly get back up and running.
Widgets in dock
Add any 1x1 widget to the dock
Widget Overlapping
Overlap on resize or placement, long-press to send to back or bring to front
Bulk Add
Add multiple apps to the desktop or a folder at once
Activities shortcut
Select hidden activities from your favorite apps
*Nova Launcher Prime Features (Paid version)*
Nova Launcher Prime unlocks the following features in Nova Launcher:
Drawer Groups:
Folders in App Drawer
Unlimited custom tabs
Organize apps into tabs and folders in the app drawer
Gestures
Quickly start Nova Actions or Apps from gestures on the desktop, such as pinching, swiping or two-finger swiping.
Hide Apps
Keep a clutter free drawer by hidding never used apps.
Dock Swipes
Get more use out of your dock apps by setting swipe-actions
Unread Counts
Never miss an email. Unread count badges for SMS, Missed calls and Gmail. Counts show in the dock, desktop, drawer and folders.
More Scroll Effects
I think the point he's making is that Nova is based on the AOSP code for the stock launcher - thus, think of it as the stock launcher + fancy bits.
I understand what you mean about "pure google experience" and I agree that better landscape options would be nice, but having choice is the best thing about Android and you shouldn't be afraid to tweak and customize to your liking
