I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

Developers of a few popular third-party Android launchers have come together. They are urging Google to ensure gesture navigation, app switcher, and other aspects work reliably on custom launchers.

My old Samsung feels like new.

With news this week being that Nova Launcher should no longer be a usable option moving forward, we’re curious who among us is still utilizing a custom launcher on their Android device. Personally, I ...

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

Although they have lost some popularity compared to years ago, custom launchers still have a loyal niche of users. Niagara Launcher is one of the best options available in Android, as it not only ...

Stario Launcher is among the most promising Android launchers I've used, but Google's incoming app and developer policies ...

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

Android smartphone lying on a wooden surface with app icons visible on the screen. - D. Prameswara/Shutterstock Unlike iPhones that look identical from a software perspective, Android phones from ...

Google TV is a solid platform, but it's default launcher is slow and bloated. A simple launcher swap can be a huge upgrade.