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[mustang7757]

Yeah, I know. But THe fact that Nova 8 is "beta" at all at this point is what gives me pause... You use it, do you think it isn't ready for a stable release?

It's strange it's been this long still

 

[fuzzylumpkin]

You can join Nova 8 beta through the Play store FYI

That's interesting. Is it a separate app from 7? Because I've been on the beta channel for years and haven't been offered the update.

 

[joeldf]

Yeah, I know. But THe fact that Nova 8 is "beta" at all at this point is what gives me pause... You use it, do you think it isn't ready for a stable release?

I think it's stable.

They even have the Samsung dynamic icons working with it - the calendar icon date works and the clock icon shows the clock hands in the correct time position.

I doubt that I use all the supposed features, but for how I use it, it runs smooth and everything works.

 

[Bkdodger1]

That's interesting. Is it a separate app from 7? Because I've been on the beta channel for years and haven't been offered the update.

In the store there is a Join Beta area.

 

[mustang7757]

That's interesting. Is it a separate app from 7? Because I've been on the beta channel for years and haven't been offered the update.

So in settings of Nova under check for updates click on 3 dots upper right corner it will ask play store or beta which u can download

 

[mustang7757]

Forgot to add this page

 

[Talderon]

This is odd since I am in the Beta program in the Play Store, but I am still on v7.xx.

 

[fuzzylumpkin]

This is odd since I am in the Beta program in the Play Store, but I am still on v7.xx.

Yeah, like I say I've been on the beta programme for years.

 

[mustang7757]

This is odd since I am in the Beta program in the Play Store, but I am still on v7.xx.

Download the APK from discord

 

[BEaRebel]

Nice looking photo there and looks like you're on your way to setting up nicely... You should be able to swap out icons you can get some from the Play store and shortcuts from websites if you wish to place some on the home screen and amend the icon style

@Bkdodger1 Thank you (^=^) !

 

[Talderon]

Download the APK from discord

I just downloaded it from their website. I have Discord, but I don't join many servers.

Thanks for the suggestion!

 

[mustang7757]

I just downloaded it from their website. I have Discord, but I don't join many servers.

Thanks for the suggestion!

Welcome!
I only join the ones I'm interested in .

 

[Talderon]

Welcome!
I only join the ones I'm interested in .

I tried that, but after being on the server for a couple days, I stop looking, so I figured, why join?

Other than the Restricted access perms I had to hunt down, v8 has been pretty nice and it's good to see the UI get a bit of an overhaul too.

 

[mustang7757]

I tried that, but after being on the server for a couple days, I stop looking, so I figured, why join?

Other than the Restricted access perms I had to hunt down, v8 has been pretty nice and it's good to see the UI get a bit of an overhaul too.

Yes I just don't understand the hold up for releasing

 

[fuzzylumpkin]

So I take it the assertion that we can get the 8.x beta through the Play Store was just plain wrong?

 

[Bkdodger1]

So I take it the assertion that we can get the 8.x beta through the Play Store was just plain wrong?

Here’s the info I’m already on 8 for the longest so can’t test

Nova Launcher

The premier custom launcher for Android, loved by over 50 million.

novalauncher.com

Nova Launcher Beta builds include new features and tweaks before they're released to all users. They're not tested as thoroughly and may not be as reliable. Beta builds are best for users who don't mind things being a little unstable.

You can get started with Nova Beta builds by either opting in as a tester on Google Play or downloading the APK from the links below.

Here's how to enroll in the beta channel on Google Play:

Join the Nova Launcher Beta Community on Discord
Become a Nova Launcher beta tester
When a new beta build becomes available, it will notify you or automatically install on your device depending on Play Store settings

 

[fuzzylumpkin]

Here’s the info I’m already on 8 for the longest so can’t test

Nova Launcher

The premier custom launcher for Android, loved by over 50 million.

novalauncher.com

Nova Launcher Beta builds include new features and tweaks before they're released to all users. They're not tested as thoroughly and may not be as reliable. Beta builds are best for users who don't mind things being a little unstable.

You can get started with Nova Beta builds by either opting in as a tester on Google Play or downloading the APK from the links below.

Here's how to enroll in the beta channel on Google Play:

Join the Nova Launcher Beta Community on Discord
Become a Nova Launcher beta tester
When a new beta build becomes available, it will notify you or automatically install on your device depending on Play Store settings

OK, thanks. I've been a beta tester for years, but not part of their Discord. I've joined it for science and we'll see if that affects the beta I'm (not) offered on the Play Store.

 

[Bkdodger1]

OK, thanks. I've been a beta tester for years, but not part of their Discord. I've joined it for science and we'll see if that affects the beta I'm (not) offered on the Play Store.

Keep us posted I'm curious if it will prompt

 

[mustang7757]

Can always get the beta from APK mirror

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[Bkdodger1]

Nova Launcher beta is now available in the Google Play store FYI