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[Opinion] Best Launcher to Archos 80 G9

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I've created this thread to know which launcher do you prefer to use in your Archos 80 G9.
as I'm using stock I have no opinion (have tried Launcher pro but hated de UI in the tablet...)
Regards!

I've been using ADW EX for months and love it.

ADW EX Beats them all!

Go Launcher EX looks pretty snazzy
Just DL'd to the G2; will install ADW to G9 and see which i like best

I use SPB 3D ! it is great

cajl said:
I use SPB 3D ! it is great
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isn't it a battery drainer?

g1no23 said:
I've been using ADW EX for months and love it.
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+1 works great since the last update.
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cajl said:
I use SPB 3D ! it is great
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Isn't that only Portrait and no landscape ?

I can't understand why you hate LauncherPro .. I have LauncherProPlus and it's the best i think. ^^

I can also recommend ADW EX Launcher. I got it during the 10 Days 10 Cents sale, and I couldn't be happier with the purchase! The performance is significantly improved over the stock Launcher app, and very easy to use.
If you're more budget minded, you might want to try the free ADW Launcher or GO Launcher EX. I haven't tried it personally, but the screen shots and feature list look good, and I'm a big fan of the GO Keyboard.
- Stealth Dave

Yeah, ADW is the smoothest(hardware accelerated) and best Launcher on Honeycomb IMO.

xXChuckiXx said:
I can't understand why you hate LauncherPro .. I have LauncherProPlus and it's the best i think. ^^
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Its fine on phones. I like it and i used for long on my phone, but on the archos icons are too small and launcher pro works better with phone options.
So i founded these days the iLauncher and i can tell you that it a complete different experience. Its smoother, intuitive easy to use. Archos seems mucher faster.
And i have something strange goig on, chrome just stops working some times and i dont know why and it did before a installed this launcher too.
Anyone experiencing something like it?

ADW EX Launcher all the way .... it just works great with minimalistic text and simple text icon creator, to make "Hubs". Absolutely love it

golauncher ex

Go Launcher GX for me...might have to try out AWD Launcher tho

I use my modified stock. When I modified it, it lost the previews on the app drawer by default, and so is much smoother
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also adw ex (g9 101)

For SPB 3D
see that http://www.jbmm.fr/2012/01/spb-3d-changer-de-home-sur-vos-tablettes-archos/
it ok on the modes (H/V)

[Q] Launcher Recommendation?

Hey guys wanted to ask can someone recommend me on a good launcher to use on AOKP M3 , im currently using Nova but i dont see any diffrence from it and the default launcher except of some moving dock and THATS it.
could someone recommend on a good/fast/not battery eater/interactive launcher?
Thx
Edit : A lock screen widget to show missing calls and sms or a launcher feuture?

Nova never did feel right to me so I never gave it a chance. I threw Apex launcher on and I'm quite content with it. A good amount of customization but updates seem to be slow. A lot of promised features though so it's one to keep tabs on.
I'm using it right now and it works for me.

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I am using ADW EX right now and its pretty rich in customization. If you really want something with WOW factor check out THIS BEAST

Apex Launcher.
Its like Nova but way more graphical effects. You can get the Beta over in the Nexus S forums.

I've been using ADW Launcher EX for as long as I can remember and I feel it to be the best for what I need it to do.

Im using nova. it comes with frequent updates. no issues with it since i had my device.

charlieb620 said:
Im using nova. it comes with frequent updates. no issues with it since i had my device.
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I didnt say they have issues, i just said they dont change anything, i dont FEEL there is a launcher.

Alternative Home Screen

Hi,
I am interested in finding an alternative home screen, something that is unique, similar to slide screen or *spark. I have used Launcher pro for a while, used Go launcher, and trebuchet and . I like something unique for my phone and out of the box, any suggestions (I am currently running chameleon for my Nexus 7)
-Brandon Lanky

Nova and Apex are going to be the most widely used/recommended. I use Nova Prime and am very happy with it.

You could try flyscreen but:
A) I don't know if its what you are really looking for or whether its too 'out there'
Or
B) if it works with ICS/JB. Haven't used it since the gingerbread days.
Certainly different though.
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I use apex pro. The free version of apex has tons of features. Many themes for the launcher as well. Most icon packs from other launchers will work flawlessly.
Nova is widely used as well. Both are about the same as fae as features go....but perform differently.....
Holo Launcher is gaining popularity as well.
Give them all a try....
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If you want something EXTREMELY unique, fun, & cool to use, try TSF Shell.
This launcher just puts SPB Shell to shame. Must warn you though, it's pretty expensive.
It gives your a phone a completely new UI and the customization is well, 100 out of 10. That is how crazy customization is.
But it's really cool. I'd suggest you watch their video and try it out [the 15 min free trial window is always there for all the apps. ]
OH!!! and here's the amazing Part, this launcher is sooooooooo buttery smooth. Like it has no lag even on a old android phone (Dinc 1 or Nexus One)
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Best launcher that works on the 8.9 HD?

I don't like go launcher too much, wallpaper doesnt stick very well either. Any suggestions?

I didn't like go launcher too much either, it's better on a phone. I just started using apex launcher and I love it. Not sure if adw works but It was one of my favorites on my HTC, imagine it would be pretty good for tablet
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I use Nova on all my devices and it works without issue on the 8.9

samtran0331 said:
I use Nova on all my devices and it works without issue on the 8.9
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I too prefer Nova. It feels light and fast.

I have used apex launcher and liked it. Now I'm on CM10.1

samtran0331 said:
I use Nova on all my devices and it works without issue on the 8.9
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Unfortunately, it has the same issue as other third-party launchers (except ADW): you can't move icons around in landscape mode as a result of a screen rotation bug.

Has anyone tried Trebuchet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1410674
I may give this a try. I've only just finished rooting and I haven't installed a launcher yet.

Go Launcher HD also works well and does not exhibit the landscape-mode rotation bug when moving icons around.

just started using Smart Launcher, and so far I really like it. It's minimalist yet pretty customizable and automatically categorizes apps. It's also seems to have a much lower footprint than the stock launcher so everything's a lot more responsive.

I tried out different launchers and ended up with APEX, it is working very good, never any issues. Feels like a real ICS/JB tablet.

Holo laucher HD is also light and very pretty! It's worth trying it!

NOVA issues?
samtran0331 said:
I use Nova on all my devices and it works without issue on the 8.9
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I'm not sure what the deal is but I used KindleFree to "hack" the 8.9 a bit and Nova seems to be very glitchy/sluggish. It doesn't hold the wallpaper beyond a few days (reverts back to stock ice cream sandwich rainbow looking wallpaper). My folders and apps seem to stay put though. Anyone else battling this? It really struggles when I get notifications in the drawer. I have to actually reboot it a lot, as it freezes up on me.
I have tried uninstalling it and reinstalling. No dice. Can't really wipe things out (system, dalvik, etc.) either being a semi-hack with KindleFree. I would love a workable ROM on this like CM10 or something. Seems complicated though.

Another vote for Nova...I use it across every device I can

Honestly Nova launcher is not your best bet because it is not made for tablets. My suggestion is Apex Launcher. Its almost virtually identical but features tablet mode and is light weight and fast. Now if you wanna make it run flawless your gonna have to tweak your device to act better. My suggestion is SetCPU for over/underclocking and Pimp My Rom for everything else. After I did that my Apex launcher behavedand still behaves quite nicely.
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What Launcher?

Just wondering what launcher everyone is using. I like how smooth the stock Pixel launcher is on it but drives me nuts that I cant mess with grid size or have pull down notification panel from anywhere like on Nova. When I use Nova it doesnt seem as smooth to me almost like it stutters when I go to Google Now or opening and closing apps. Never has done it before on any other phone besides this one. Just wondering what everyone is using and if there are other options that have that pull down option. I know i can use the fingerprint scanner to pull down on Pixel but it doesnt feel natural to me after so many years with Nova.

Nova prime had been my launcher for the last 5 phones!!

CyberpodS2 said:
Nova prime had been my launcher for the last 5 phones!!
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Yeah I've had it I dunno how many years and that's what is weird why it stutters on this one of all the phones I've had.

Also been using Nova Prime for a long time on numerous device's!

Nova prime since first Nexus phone, every year new one, now pixel 2 xl, never failed on me.

Another loyal Nova user here. The amount of custom features is worth it
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Been using Google now launcher for a while with xgels module (RIP) then switched to Nova prime until I got my phone and now rocking DU rom with GNL hider module and it's working flawlessly.

Nova prime FTW!

Always, Nova Prime

Apex Launcher has all the same features as Nova, but I don't think it has the Google feed integrated.
The Microsoft Launcher has a fresh take that is also visually appealing.
And finally, Evie Launcher is worth checking out. It's not as feature packed but it's growing every week.

CyberpodS2 said:
Nova prime had been my launcher for the last 5 phones!!
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+1111111 best money you'll spend!
Gilley said:
Yeah I've had it I dunno how many years and that's what is weird why it stutters on this one of all the phones I've had.
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I think this is my 4th device with Nova Prime and of all the issues on all those devices, Nova was never, ever a problem.
Leads me to think might be something else, since you're the first user I've heard on this device having a problem with Nova, and with so many people using it, if there were an issue with Nova itself, surely more people would have it as well.
You running Xposed or something that could be messing with it?

Az Biker said:
+1111111 best money you'll spend!
I think this is my 4th device with Nova Prime and of all the issues on all those devices, Nova was never, ever a problem.
Leads me to think might be something else, since you're the first user I've heard on this device having a problem with Nova, and with so many people using it, if there were an issue with Nova itself, surely more people would have it as well.
You running Xposed or something that could be messing with it?
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Nope I am completely stock not rooted. I had the one options in developer turned to .5 for animations and turned it back and didn't see any real change. And by stutter I don't mean like horrible can't stand it. It's just like a tiny tiny hiccup of movement. I love the phone and it's not big deal to me because I like Nova that much just was curious to see if anyone else had the problem and or use another launcher that I could try out and see. I tried lawnchair and it seems smooth when it doesn't crash on me. That is more annoying then the small stutter on Nova.

My 5th device with Nova Prime! ?

Nova Prime since my S4 days ????

Google pixel launcher.
Works fine.
What will nova launcher do better?

luigidk said:
Google pixel launcher.
Works fine.
What will nova launcher do better?
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Read my post. I said what I liked about Nova over the stock one.

Gilley said:
Nope I am completely stock not rooted. I had the one options in developer turned to .5 for animations and turned it back and didn't see any real change. And by stutter I don't mean like horrible can't stand it. It's just like a tiny tiny hiccup of movement. I love the phone and it's not big deal to me because I like Nova that much just was curious to see if anyone else had the problem and or use another launcher that I could try out and see. I tried lawnchair and it seems smooth when it doesn't crash on me. That is more annoying then the small stutter on Nova.
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Did you give lawnchair access to storage? It crashed pretty frequently on me too until i did this.:good:

mademan420 said:
Did you give lawnchair access to storage? It crashed pretty frequently on me too until i did this.:good:
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Yea it has access to everything. I emailed the developer yesterday but haven't heard back

I've been using Flick Launcher Pro for the past week and although it's in development, it shows a ton of upside. Nova is a more polished as it stands right now but Flick will get better with time. Flick gives you all the goodness of stock plus a lot of extra customizations.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.universallauncher.flicklauncherpro

SFG said:
I've been using Flick Launcher Pro for the past week and although it's in development, it shows a ton of upside. Nova is a more polished as it stands right now but Flick will get better with time. Flick gives you all the goodness of stock plus a lot of extra customizations.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.universallauncher.flicklauncherpro
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I love trying new launchers that rethink how we should interact with our phones. Nova is great, but it's just more if the same old launcher UI that hasn't evolved much since the early days of Android. Thanks for the non-Nova suggestion!