new launcher

[IanHsci]

Treated myself to the new nexus to replace my much-loved galaxy tab, and so far it's great. The only issue is that I can't see any way to customise the look by changing icons, removing labels and so on. Is there a way to do this without a new launcher?

If not, is Apex the way to go? I was running LauncherPro but that was when I was limited to android 2.2. It looks like Apex offers lots of tweaks to streamline the look of my home screen, and perhaps add a lock screen image. I'm just surprised there's no way to do this without adding a new launcher.

Thanks in advance...

 

[Haalcyon]

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Yeah, I think a new launcher is the way to go on this. I'd recommend Nova or Apex for something light and Go Launcher Prime for a truly feature-rich and often updated launcher with it own full ecosystem.

 

[Jay Sacks]

Treated myself to the new nexus to replace my much-loved galaxy tab, and so far it's great. The only issue is that I can't see any way to customise the look by changing icons, removing labels and so on. Is there a way to do this without a new launcher?

If not, is Apex the way to go? I was running LauncherPro but that was when I was limited to android 2.2. It looks like Apex offers lots of tweaks to streamline the look of my home screen, and perhaps add a lock screen image. I'm just surprised there's no way to do this without adding a new launcher.

Thanks in advance...

I use Apex on my Galaxy 7 plus and Note 2...do not much care for Touchwiz. Also use on Asus Tf300 for much the same reason you are not able to customize your Nexus.
I just love the options and how smooth Apex runs. Also have used Nova, ADW and others, but always return to
Apex.
How are you liking the Nexus? I just can't seem to live without the external sd storage.

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[Slender Troll]

Using Nova Prime on both my N4 and N7. Couldn't be happier.

Nexus 4

 

[mlmcgahee]

+1 for Nova Prime

 

[frederickrdc]

Im using nova prime, newbie here

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[NewAge]

+1 Apex. Try the free versions of both to help decide. I don't think there's much of a difference.

 

[frederickrdc]

I also use smart launcher, simple and fast

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[BrandonEnr7]

I use Nova Prime on both my Galaxy S3 (running CM 10.1.3) and on my Nexus 7 (stock). I love the level of customization that's available compared to the stock launcher. And it just builds off what the stock launcher already accomplishes so no bloat, pure functionality with some bonuses. Doubt I will ever go back to TouchWiz.

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[Haalcyon]

It's funny I have always immediately switched to another launcher on any of my Samsung toys. I don't think I've ever spent more than 4-5 minutes, if that, with the TouchWiz launcher. There's just so many more feature-rich choices.


S IV

 

[Android_1234]

Go with Apex.

 

[vividrich]

Nova Prime on all my devices

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[jd914]

I've dabbled with just about every launcher and IMO Nova Prime is the best launcher hands down.

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[ffejjj]

I've dabbled with just about every launcher and IMO Nova Prime is the best launcher hands down.

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Hands up over here for Adw ex launcher lol. Seriously though they're both nice

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[vmurph]

+1 Nova! Nova and Apex are very close, but I think Apex limits the number of apps you can put on the dock, doesn't it?

 

[Kilroy13]

I like next launcher the best! Have used them all!

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[neonworm]

+1 for Nova Prime.

 

[tutor]

+1 for ADW