are there any disadvantages to using nova launcher on pixel 7?

[spydersilk]

The only thing I don't like about using a launcher, and I know it's silly, but I can see a difference in the animations when doing anything from inside the actual launcher.
It is very minor, but it just bugs me. I think if it could be installed as a system app it would not be an issue, but I don't root my phones anymore.

If it doesn't bother you, nova has so many more customizations that its hands down better then stock

 

[srgonu]

The only thing I don't like about using a launcher, and I know it's silly, but I can see a difference in the animations when doing anything from inside the actual launcher.
It is very minor, but it just bugs me. I think if it could be installed as a system app it would not be an issue, but I don't root my phones anymore.

If it doesn't bother you, nova has so many more customizations that its hands down better then stock

Totally agree with this conclusion. Animations aren't fluid with launchers and even though I like nova, I see the change which bugs me and uninstall it.

 

[joeldf]

Totally agree with this conclusion. Animations aren't fluid with launchers and even though I like nova, I see the change which bugs me and uninstall it.

Every android is using a launcher. It's what that interface you swipe through, click on, look at is. Even a stock Pixel is using the Pixel Launcher. On a Samsung, it's called Home, but it's still a launcher.

I don't happen to find any issues with animations. Smooth as can be, and I'm using Nova on a Samsung S20 FE.

 

[slave]

Been using Nova Launcher Prime since the Nexus 5. I currently use it on my Pixel 7 Pro. Gestures are a amazing and the custom gestures should be standard android.

 

[Bkdodger1]

I have my animations set to .5x always and no issues with Nova on my swipes around the launcher ...

 

[Stanley Kubrick]

I also see no discernible difference between Nova and the Pixel launcher when it comes to fluidity. If you're seeing a difference then there are adjustments that can be made with both launchers. I prefer to use native apps whenever possible. If I could remove the obnoxious search bar from the Pixel launcher I "might" use it! I have NEVER, ever used any search feature on any phone I have ever owned? SMH

 

[spydersilk]

Every android is using a launcher. It's what that interface you swipe through, click on, look at is. Even a stock Pixel is using the Pixel Launcher. On a Samsung, it's called Home, but it's still a launcher.

I don't happen to find any issues with animations. Smooth as can be, and I'm using Nova on a Samsung S20 FE.

And on the Pixel, the pixel launcher is a system app, other launchers aren't. Samsung Home is also a system app. Your comment is pointless, as it's not relevant to what was being said in regards to animations.

This has been written about and was discussed by a developer of a 3rd party launcher.

Gesture Navigation Issues - Niagara Launcher Knowledge Base

Android 10 introduced gesture navigation, which allows you to swipe through your apps instead of using three buttons at the bottom. Most phone manufacturers (Sa

help.niagaralauncher.app

Just because some of you don't notice, or feel turning animations to .5 is a solution, doesn't mean others don't notice and don't want to change other settings to fix problems.

Some people don't notice the difference between 60hz and 90 hz, I do. Doesn't mean because they don't see it the difference isn't there

 

[srgonu]

Yes. Even though I like having folders inside app drawer and don't like having Google search stick on home screen, I can't stand the experience using Nova launcher compared to pixel launcher which is system app. Even on my ZF3, I stay with one UI for the same reason. It's a small difference but I do notice in every interaction which I don't like

 

[bkeaver]

Yes. Even though I like having folders inside app drawer and don't like having Google search stick on home screen, I can't stand the experience using Nova launcher compared to pixel launcher which is system app. Even on my ZF3, I stay with one UI for the same reason. It's a small difference but I do notice in every interaction which I don't like

Your ZF3 is a horrible reference to using a non stock launcher as it isn't optimized for use on a folding device and also the fact that on a zfold the inner and otter displays are separate layouts with Samsung UI and that is not the case with a non stock launcher.

As for Nova on a pixel, I personally do not experience "lag" or any other performance issue as a few others have described. I guess to each their own and whatever works better for you is what is best.

 

[Bkdodger1]

Definitely a preference for sure …I’ve had the ZF2 and ZF3 and agree that folding phones and Nova are not a good mix ..only time I ditched Nova. .5x animations I used even with stock launchers …it’s more than enough to enjoy the fluidity … everyone has preferences so try it out and judge for yourself ..there’s no wrong or right

 

[fuzzylumpkin]

Your ZF3 is a horrible reference to using a non stock launcher as it isn't optimized for use on a folding device and also the fact that on a zfold the inner and otter displays are separate layouts with Samsung UI and that is not the case with a non stock launcher.

As for Nova on a pixel, I personally do not experience "lag" or any other performance issue as a few others have described. I guess to each their own and whatever works better for you is what is best.

Unless in this case ZF3 means Z Flip 3 rather than Z Fold 3.

Ambiguous initialisation is ambiguous.

 

[bkeaver]

True..

 

[mustang7757]

Unless in this case ZF3 means Z Flip 3 rather than Z Fold 3.

Ambiguous initialisation is ambiguous.

They need to drop the Z already
Fold or Flip than the #

 

[johnts]

Does Nova give you an option for a better phone dialer than the standard one. I hate that it can't be full screen all the time, especially when a call comes in and all you get is a little square on top of the screen.

 

[B. Diddy]

No, a launcher wouldn't provide its own Phone app.