Any HTC One m8 users who switched to Nova launcher , Action, etc instead of Sense6? Why?

[Rkuskoski]

I use nova prime a lot but I am currently using google now launcher,Super clean and smooth I love it!

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[aldo82]

I used the sense launcher to start with as I really wanted to get used to useibg blinkfeed. After some time though I realised that I wasn't using it at all so then using the sense launcher was less important. Moved over to nova prime and enjoying it. The only think I miss is I quite liked the HTC clock and weather widget so shame they are no longer accessible. I used to like the now launcher on my nexus 5 so might go back to that. Tried it briefly on the one and thought the animations were a bit slow. I've got nova set up with the android L animations and really like them

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[anon(596177)]

I'm using action launcher. I was really hesitant to ditch BlinkFeed because having the clipboard like feed RIGHT THERE was freaking amazing, but I just purchased the BlinkFeed shortcut on the play store and now it's just a swipe up to get to it. I like being able to customize my icons and LOVE action launchers menu and quick menu. I have one home screen arranged very neatly, and a swipe from right to left brings up all my other folders of common use apps and widgets. A swipe from the left brings up the app drawer. So, SO organized. I love it to death

 

[Keith Pierce]

Nova launcher works best for me. I got s-off and unlocked bootloader. Nova seems to give me the best experience and not bloated.

 

[lyriciss]

*shrugs*
I tried all the launchers named in here (except Next...I'm not spending $17 on a launcher lol) and still always go back to BlinkFeed
granted, i really like to stay up on new stories in technology, music, and sports
so it helps me to not have to go to a bunch of different apps for news, i can just swipe right and see everything
not to mention, i kinda like the layout of Sense the best out of all of them as well
it's a good middle ground for me
i like customization, but i don't need much on this phone, i've noticed
and i've never been a major fan of stock Android...it feels like too bare
different strokes for different folks though

 

[Apprentis]

I dont really like Sense, find it a bit boring and dull. I have been using Buzz launcher instead.
Amount of customisation possibilities are insane. There is quite a large community with custom pages/icons that can be downloaded as well.
You can go from supra minimilastic to super funky; i think its great.

 

[AshtonVibe]

Use Nova Prime, you'll love it. For those who like Blinkfeed. Again go to Nova settings>Gestures>Double Tap(for my preferences)>Shortcuts>Activities>Htc Blinkfeed>In THIS list, tap on Htc Blinkfeed Launcher (this option is two steps below the orange options for RSS). Double tap is best and quick, but your preference may differ. Also, it's best to delete your windows/home screens on the Sense 6 side, so it doesnt look too funky.
For those who want to REALLY speed up their phones...and with Nova Launcher. #1, turn on Developer options. Then switch your runtime to ART. Your phone will need to be charged, as your phone will reboot. Keep it cool too, so don't freak out if your phone becomes hot. Then go to Advanced options under Developer, and turn off your animations. Not lower them....just OFF. Then head to Nova settings and go to the "Look and Feel" section. For SCROLL and ANIMATION speed, do, "faster than light". Lastly, Nova settings, go to DESKTOP, then SCROLL EFFECT. Here, instead of selecting none, select the ZOOM AND FADE. I promise, YOU will be the only one holding back your phone from its potential. Feel free to be in the fastest data, turn off automatic things, and MAYBE High Performance Mode (with battery savers off).

-Gold made Sense, on HTC's One M8