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Help with GingerBread Launcher

This may be kind of stupid... =/
But
Can someone help me get a Gingerbread launcher as fast as the one from the Ultimate Droid Rom...
I would keep the Ultimate Droid Rom one except it keeps force closing on me
And by fast I mean when I click the launcher it snaps open my apps
With other 2.3 launchers when I click the launcher it takes its time lol
I'm currently using this CM7 stock GB Launcher ( http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/...uncher-cm7-gb-mod-30/page__unlockUserAgent__1 )
Any help?? Sorry and thanks =/

So you're saying that the launcher is too slow to load coming back from an app or switching orientations?
What's your clock speed at? how many widgets/etc. do you have on your homescreen?
It really comes down to how taxing loading the homscreen is and what else your phone is doing when loading the screen.
I'm running CM7 with the stock GB launcher and there are delays sometimes after being in an app for a long time, but that occurs with any launcher. I see generally extremely great performance.

martonikaj said:
So you're saying that the launcher is too slow to load coming back from an app or switching orientations?
What's your clock speed at? how many widgets/etc. do you have on your homescreen?
It really comes down to how taxing loading the homscreen is and what else your phone is doing when loading the screen.
I'm running CM7 with the stock GB launcher and there are delays sometimes after being in an app for a long time, but that occurs with any launcher. I see generally extremely great performance.
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No u got my question wrong lol sorry if u didn't understand but what I mean is the time it takes to get from your home screen to ur app drawer when u click the app drawer button... if u used Ultimate Droid Rom it gets to the apps in a snap but with CM7 it takes its little time -_- lol

Sammydr10 said:
No u got my question wrong lol sorry if u didn't understand but what I mean is the time it takes to get from your home screen to ur app drawer when u click the app drawer button... if u used Ultimate Droid Rom it gets to the apps in a snap but with CM7 it takes its little time -_- lol
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OH. Hmm. Like I said CM7 with the stock GB launcher going from the homescreen to the app drawer is instant with no lag, and vice versa... Have you messed around with your transition speed and animations preferences at all that could have slowed it down?
CM7 doesn't use the stock launcher unless you install it, it uses an open source one, called ADW. The ADW launcher for me did have some slow downs going to the app drawer and back, and general sluggishness in different places.
Have you tried installing a stock launcher on CM7? Or even a different launcher like Launcher Pro?

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OH. Hmm. Like I said CM7 with the stock GB launcher going from the homescreen to the app drawer is instant with no lag, and vice versa... Have you messed around with your transition speed and animations preferences at all that could have slowed it down?
CM7 doesn't use the stock launcher unless you install it, it uses an open source one, called ADW. The ADW launcher for me did have some slow downs going to the app drawer and back, and general sluggishness in different places.
Have you tried installing a stock launcher on CM7? Or even a different launcher like Launcher Pro?
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I installed the stock CM7 GingerBread Launcher.... I know it doesn't have any lag! It works fine from me! I think my question is too confusing lol thanks for trying to help though =) I appreciate it!

I know exactly what you're talking about as i'm using a mish mash of UD and CM on my vibrant right now.
As far as mod'ing a stock GB laucher to act like UD's, you'd probably have to do some xml edits with it's transitions i'm guessing. I just use the laucher2apk from the UD rom, even though it gives me FC's sometimes i'm willing to work with it.

Same problem.
I know EXACTLY what you mean. I have the same problem with stock GB launcher on CM.
Launcher and App Drawer are snappy, usually ... but just every now and then, it takes AGES to get to the App Drawer.
I'm thinking this maybe has something to do with having too much apps, and App Drawer getting cut loose from memory????
Anyways, looking for a solution :'(

Stock launcher on the recent tmo leak works great
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Why replace stock ics launcher

Hey I wanted to know why replace stock ics launcher with another ics launcher!?!?! Would a replacement ics launcher have less of the occasional lag or stutter or improve battery lice!?!?! In just curious thank u . I am on android revolution and like it so I was wondering if changing to one of the other ics launchers would make my experience better. Thank u
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Because you can customize it more and its fun!
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Lol really is that all!?!?!
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Why don't you go ahead and try it out yourself?
See which one you like better.

My phone sits on my dash while I'm driving around, and I rather like it in landscape mode for listening to the radio and such. Stock Launcher doesn't do landscape. I switched to Nova Launcher just for landscape.

tmellen said:
My phone sits on my dash while I'm driving around, and I rather like it in landscape mode for listening to the radio and such. Stock Launcher doesn't do landscape. I switched to Nova Launcher just for landscape.
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It does if you use MCR with landscape capable ICS launcher.

I don't like the ICS launcher so I've been using LauncherPro. I'm surprised it works since it hasn't been updated since May, but it's been 100% smooth and stable. Since it's abandonware, I just hope someone else releases one with the swipe action on the dock icons before LauncherPro stops working.

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Why don't you go ahead and try it out yourself?
See which one you like better.
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That isnt a bad idea what do a majority of u use!?!?!
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Willieumm said:
It does if you use MCR with landscape capable ICS launcher.
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I haven't taken to replacing the ROM yet, just the launcher.
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i used to have HTC Dinc with launcherpro+ and ADW EX. but once i bought GN, the stock launcher blows every other launchers.

zeke1988 said:
i used to have HTC Dinc with launcherpro+ and ADW EX. but once i bought GN, the stock launcher blows every other launchers.
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Do yourself a favor and try out Nova Launcher. It offers all of the benefits of the stock launcher (hardware acceleration) and even the same layout and style of the app drawer and home screen but adds so many additions such as changing the number of rows and columns, changing the number of home screens, landscape mode, adding more icons to the dock at the bottom.

+1 for nova, stock ics launcher with all the needed little extras
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i personally hate having icons/widgets on my screen. i want it kept clean. instead, i use launcher pro and just rely on the 3-page dock at the bottom of the screen. i wish there was a launcher that was just a dock system and allowed you to make all the docks you want.
p.s. i also like the "hidden apps" feature much more then what other launchers offer.

Launchers
So I'm super picky about my phone (Crack Flasher), I have tried a few here is what I have eperienced so far.
Launcher Pro (Was my fav on past devices)
- runs sluggist compared to the ICS launchers, its not really bad, but you don't have the smooth feeling you are now used to on the SGN.
- Has landscape and lots of other goodies
- Will return to this if they upgrade it for ICS to run silky smooth
BRD Launcher
- Runs good, but because you have to use PPI moding it's super annoying when you want to install items or update them
- Couldn't get the landscape to work
Going to try Novo next.
I'm hoping it works with Landscape. I hear that you're ROM has to support Landscape for the Launcher, but this doesn't make sence to me since Launcher Pro works landscape no matter what.
I'll update after I try Novo Launcher...
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Drachnem said:
So I'm super picky about my phone (Crack Flasher), I have tried a few here is what I have eperienced so far.
Launcher Pro (Was my fav on past devices)
- runs sluggist compared to the ICS launchers, its not really bad, but you don't have the smooth feeling you are now used to on the SGN.
- Has landscape and lots of other goodies
- Will return to this if they upgrade it for ICS to run silky smooth
BRD Launcher
- Runs good, but because you have to use PPI moding it's super annoying when you want to install items or update them
- Couldn't get the landscape to work
Going to try Novo next.
I'm hoping it works with Landscape. I hear that you're ROM has to support Landscape for the Launcher, but this doesn't make sence to me since Launcher Pro works landscape no matter what.
I'll update after I try Novo Launcher...
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Update:
I wish I would have tried Novo first.
- Landscape works perfectly (you can shut it off if you dont like it)
- Runs Smooth
- Lots of options
- Can remove search bar
- Grid is super customizable
- Can Hide Icon lables
There are plenty more but you get the point. So far best launcher for ICS on my Gnex.
FYI: Tested all of these on GummyNex. LTE

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=476483
How many of the great layouts there do you think were created, or even possible on Stock Launchers?

I read this thread and installed Nova Launcher. It is a really nice ICS launcher, the best ICS launcher and one of the best launchers out there. Only reason I really got it was because of the landscape orientation. Google messed up there.

[REQ] Stock rooted EL29

I know that we have a stock rooted EL29 rom out there, but hear me out. I am hoping for a stock rooted ROM with fixed Gallery bug, since I can't seem to figure out how to get it working. The bug I am referring to is when TW on stock is simply does not allow you to have scrollable wallpaper. It is an issue to me since I use TW4.5 launcher. Every custom rom based on EL29 has this issue resolved, so I know it is possible.
I appreciate all of the work the devs do for us, but most roms are not my cup of tea as they make visual changes or adjust auto brightness levels to improve battery life, which make screen really dark and dull to me.

afive720 said:
I know that we have a stock rooted EL29 rom out there, but hear me out. I am hoping for a stock rooted ROM with fixed Gallery bug, since I can't seem to figure out how to get it working. The bug I am referring to is when TW on stock is simply does not allow you to have scrollable wallpaper. It is an issue to me since I use TW4.5 launcher. Every custom rom based on EL29 has this issue resolved, so I know it is possible.
I appreciate all of the work the devs do for us, but most roms are not my cup of tea as they make visual changes or adjust auto brightness levels to improve battery life, which make screen really dark and dull to me.
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We heard you out but now hear us out ... post in the right section, thank you.

sigh, I am sorry, I thought I was in General

What gallery bug?

One where you are unable to set a custom wallpaper without breaking the scrolling homescreen feature of it. So like every screen will have the same wallpaper, not the scrollable version .

afive720 said:
One where you are unable to set a custom wallpaper without breaking the scrolling homescreen feature of it. So like every screen will have the same wallpaper, not the scrollable version .
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I believe Calkulin has resolved this issue in his ROM. Pull the gallery3D.apk from his ROM and push it to system/apps. Or you can simply use a different launcher, I think this is TW specific. I haven't seen it on any of the third party launchers.

Jackdog89 said:
I believe Calkulin has resolved this issue in his ROM. Pull the gallery3D.apk from his ROM and push it to system/apps. Or you can simply use a different launcher, I think this is TW specific. I haven't seen it on any of the third party launchers.
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Yea, no el26 or 29 based custom rom has is, but stock ones do. I wonder if doing what you say will fix it? I just like tw4.5 launcher, that's why I'm bummed.
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Upload the image somewhere, long press the image in the browser, set as wallpaper, you have your scrollable wallpaper.

phatmanxxl said:
Upload the image somewhere, long press the image in the browser, set as wallpaper, you have your scrollable wallpaper.
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What about Live Wallpaper?

How fast is this phone using launchers?

The reason I'm asking is that I've tried this phone in the store as well as watched the video reviews and yes, the UI is really, really fast and smooth.
I'm curious if anyone has installed a 3rd party Launcher, like Nova or something without being rooted and noticed how the speed is after they did that?

Just try any, non of them require root l. I think your phone will handle them perfectly
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It depends on the settings you use, but I am using nova and it is very fast and very smooth. The only reason I am using it instead of stock is so I can double press the home key and have the notification bar drop down. Saves me having to try to reach for it all the time

I use Go Launcher Ex with most of the bells and whistles enabled, and it's buttery smooth on stock 4.0.4, stock 4.1.2, and CM 10.1 (4.2.1).
Switched to Go to get more than 4 columns of icons, nicer icons, nicer themes, nicer animations.

I use holo launcher and its just as smooth as the stock ics launcher.

omnius1 said:
The reason I'm asking is that I've tried this phone in the store as well as watched the video reviews and yes, the UI is really, really fast and smooth.
I'm curious if anyone has installed a 3rd party Launcher, like Nova or something without being rooted and noticed how the speed is after they did that?
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I'm using Nova on the AOSP Rom and it is extremely fast.

Nova Launcher on stock 4.1.2 ROM, smooth, fast, and responsive.

i sry to maybe hijack ur thread omnius1, but i also got some questions about launchers.
i got my E975 some days ago and i am thinking about trying another launcher than LG's own, but how to u set it them up and how to disable the stock one and which have the best options for modding the hell out of the homescreen?

puma99dk said:
i got my E975 some days ago and i am thinking about trying another launcher than LG's own, but how to u set it them up and how to disable the stock one and which have the best options for modding the hell out of the homescreen?
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Most launchers will allow you a degree pf modding the homescreen but it depends what you wish to do..
If youre looking to change stuff like fonts then the launcher wont allow this at least I havent seen it, however you can change animations, the dock, folders, icons and general theme..
I currently use a combo of apex launcher (which works with some of the existing stock widgets, unlike adw launcher for instance) and rom toolbox pro which allows for a whole bunch of customization such as boot screens, font, et
Oh and I should also mention that the speed amd performance overall using apex launcher is every bit as fast as stock if not a bit faster.
I am rooted too fyi.

No Jelly Bean Transitions in Clean Rom 4.5?

Am I the only one who noticed that there aren't any cool jelly bean transitions from the stock rom on Clean Rom 4.5? It's not a big deal, but I still would like to have those effects. Anybody know of a fix or something?

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Am I the only one who noticed that there aren't any cool jelly bean transitions from the stock rom on Clean Rom 4.5? It's not a big deal, but I still would like to have those effects. Anybody know of a fix or something?
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For the launcher? Use Nova or something... is that what you mean?

[email protected] said:
For the launcher? Use Nova or something... is that what you mean?
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If you search "Jelly Bean Animations on my SGS3" on youtube there's a 31 second video of what I'm talking about. The animation I'm talking about should happen at about 0:08. (Sorry can't post link)

ohmagadia said:
If you search "Jelly Bean Animations on my SGS3" on youtube there's a 31 second video of what I'm talking about. The animation I'm talking about should happen at about 0:08. (Sorry can't post link)
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So launcher animations... try out Nova... it gives you some options like JB and ICS. Also, it looked like CM on that video. Up to you if it's that important to you to try out CM. Before that though, try Nova... the only thing I lose when I'm on Nova is the SPen app pop up when I unsheath the spen.

[email protected] said:
So launcher animations... try out Nova... it gives you some options like JB and ICS. Also, it looked like CM on that video. Up to you if it's that important to you to try out CM. Before that though, try Nova... the only thing I lose when I'm on Nova is the SPen app pop up when I unsheath the spen.
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It's not the launcher, I have Apex and selected jelly bean animations. I'm pretty sure launchers only change when you open apps, not in-app animations.

Nobody?

Anybody...?