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 ...

Third-party launchers used to solve a problem that Android phones no longer have.

Third-party Android launchers and custom ROMs simply aren't as common as they used to be for a handful of reasons. The default launchers on flagship Android phones have drastically improved, and indie ...

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 ...

Chandraveer, a seasoned mechanical design engineer turned tech reporter and reviewer, brings more than three years of rich experience in consumer tech journalism to the table, having contributed to ...

Samsung phone layout ideas include Good Lock, Home Up, custom icons, KWGT widgets, widget stacks, enlarged folders, and ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Back in July 2022, when mobile app metrics firm Branch acquired the popular and well-regarded Nova Launcher for Android, the app’s site put up one of those self-directed FAQ posts about it. Under the ...