Apex vs Nova

[zerrisk]

You've got to try it. Touch Wiz is horrible compared to Nova or Apex. I can't imagine using an Android device without one of these launchers.

I downloaded it a few hours ago and am liking it so far, but I'm trying to change the folder icon to the default samsung s5 folder, but can't find it in my es file explorer, do you know where i can find it?

It feels similarly fluid to touchwiz to me, but changing icon packs is great

 

[teristark]

It feels similarly fluid to touchwiz to me, but changing icon packs is great

The icon packs are icing on the cake. Me likey...

 

[ABOSWORTH007]

I downloaded it a few hours ago and am liking it so far, but I'm trying to change the folder icon to the default samsung s5 folder, but can't find it in my es file explorer, do you know where i can find it?

It feels similarly fluid to touchwiz to me, but changing icon packs is great

The only thing I could think of to get it how you want would be to switch to TouchWiz, take a screen shot and then crop the folder and save it. Then switch back to Nova or Apex and long press the folder and hit edit and then tap on the icon picture and save it as the icon pic. I'm sure there is any easier way but I think it would require root access.

 

[Greg C]

One customizable option I really like with Nova is that I can change the color of the fonts.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S5

 

[trivor]

To start with...one cool feature is that after downloading and installing Nova...you are able to bring all your settings from Apex to Nova. You don't have to start from scratch and arrange your apps on each page. There are a lot more customization options than with Apex. Nova is smoother than Apex. I know everything I stated is pretty broad, but download the free version and give it a try....I think you would definitely buy the Prime version. I used Apex for 3 years before switching to Nova last night.

Here is a link to check out:

Nova Launcher Prime [Android App Review] | Android Central

I have been using Apex for two years and have not considered a switch. Not sure where all the Apex fans are but I tried out Nova recently and the interface to access features was somewhat primitive compared to Apex and didn't find any features on Nova that were missing from Apex. As for speed there was not noticeable difference between Nova and Apex. I think they are very comparable feature wise and it is just a matter of taste which one works for you. I don't believe you have to put down a app to support your decision to use a similar app although that seems to be common among posters on this forum in general.

 

[nyc_rock]

I was using apex for a while but saw some really bad bugs. Occasionally my icons would all go back and I would have to restart the phone to get I to return to normal. I also got force closes too frequently. Switched to Nova and I have not had a single issue. I am liking the Android L behavior ad well. If I was going to chose one, which I have, it's Nova by a wide margin.

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[PainFX]

I was using apex for a while but saw some really bad bugs. Occasionally my icons would all go back and I would have to restart the phone to get I to return to normal. I also got force closes too frequently. Switched to Nova and I have not had a single issue. I am liking the Android L behavior ad well. If I was going to chose one, which I have, it's Nova by a wide margin.

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what makes you to force to be closed?

Are you using android L on your s5?

 

[PainFX]

I have been using Apex for two years and have not considered a switch. Not sure where all the Apex fans are but I tried out Nova recently and the interface to access features was somewhat primitive compared to Apex and didn't find any features on Nova that were missing from Apex. As for speed there was not noticeable difference between Nova and Apex. I think they are very comparable feature wise and it is just a matter of taste which one works for you. I don't believe you have to put down a app to support your decision to use a similar app although that seems to be common among posters on this forum in general.

im an apex pro fan.

 

[mrsmumbles]

I was using apex for a while but saw some really bad bugs. Occasionally my icons would all go back and I would have to restart the phone to get I to return to normal. I also got force closes too frequently. Switched to Nova and I have not had a single issue. I am liking the Android L behavior ad well. If I was going to chose one, which I have, it's Nova by a wide margin.

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I've been using Apex for almost a year (free version) on a dual core, not super fast phone, and it has never crashed. No issues at all.

 

[Mojave]

I've been a Blackberry user. This is my first android phone. Would like to try the Nova Launcher but somewhat nervous about using it. If I don't like Nova how the heck do I go back to using TouchWiz? Will TouchWiz return to how I have my screens set up now? Thanks.

 

[mrsmumbles]

I've been a Blackberry user. This is my first android phone. Would like to try the Nova Launcher but somewhat nervous about using it. If I don't like Nova how the heck do I go back to using TouchWiz? Will TouchWiz return to how I have my screens set up now? Thanks.

All you would do if you want to get rid of Nova is uninstall it from Settings, Manage Apps. And if you want to return to it, just reinstall it. Your Touchwiz settings should be the same if you uninstall Nova.

 

[ohbreeeezy]

Currently using nova launcher because of google now feature (ex-apex launcher user)

 

[leegreg81]

All you would do if you want to get rid of Nova is uninstall it from Settings, Manage Apps. And if you want to return to it, just reinstall it. Your Touchwiz settings should be the same if you uninstall Nova.

Indeed. If you don't define it as your default launcher app, every time you press the home button you'll be asked which one to use.

Once you uninstall Nova, Touchwiz will automatically become the default launcher again.

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[peacefulberry]

I've been a Blackberry user. This is my first android phone. Would like to try the Nova Launcher but somewhat nervous about using it. If I don't like Nova how the heck do I go back to using TouchWiz? Will TouchWiz return to how I have my screens set up now? Thanks.

I was a bb user too in the past. Launchers are equivalent to what we call themes for bb. All you have to do is uninstall it if you don't want it anymore.

 

[thatguy97]

Changing to a new launcher is hard

Posted from my Nexus 7 2013 running Android L or Samsung galaxy S5

 

[leegreg81]

Changing to a new launcher is hard

Posted from my Nexus 7 2013 running Android L or Samsung galaxy S5

In what respect?

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[bugeaters0425]

I have Nova Prime and enjoy the ability to customize compared to TouchWiz but have to be honest and say that I don't notice a "speed" difference between Nova and Touchwiz.

 

[bembol]

I don't either. Unless you tweak the animations in "Look and Feel."

 

[bembol]

Changing to a new launcher is hard

Posted from my Nexus 7 2013 running Android L or Samsung galaxy S5

In what respect?

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I'm guessing OP meant TIME CONSUMING. If it is I agree, when I first learned about (Nova) Launchers, Widgets, etc. Now I can make changes in minutes not hours. LOL

 

[leegreg81]

I'm guessing OP meant TIME CONSUMING. If it is I agree, when I first learned about (Nova) Launchers, Widgets, etc. Now I can make changes in minutes not hours. LOL

As with many things, a new launcher just takes a little exploration and a bit of time to get used to.

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