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I previously used Nova and finally moved to the open source side with Kvaesitso. I didn't like using a search focused launcher at first, but I decided to try and use it for a few months to get used to it. What I've found is that:

  • I barely ever scroll down into the widgets menu and so I don't make use to widgets as much as I'd like to
  • Even after carefully setting up the search settings, I find it unintuitive and prefer to use specific apps for specific tasks
  • I like having apps sorted by tags, but the tiny moving pill shape icons aren't as nice as if I had folders on my desktop

The biggest problem now is that Kvaesitso is draining my battery for some reason. Battery usage says that it used 27% of my battery today.

I think I gave it a fair shot, and I'd like to try something new.

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[–] Crewman@sopuli.xyz 6 points 3 days ago (4 children)

I like Smart Launcher. It's freemium, but I think the paid version is really nice.

[–] Phen@lemmy.eco.br 6 points 3 days ago (1 children)

My ideal launcher would be a mix of Smart Launcher with the addition of the app list from Niagara.

[–] Crewman@sopuli.xyz 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Never heard of Niagara, I'll have to check that out, as I like the Smart Launcher app drawer.

[–] Phen@lemmy.eco.br 1 points 2 days ago

It's a completely different launcher, I just like the way they list the apps that are not in your home screen (very similar to windows phone). I still prefer smart launcher for its categories but sometimes for the apps I rarely use I liked Niagara's list.

[–] lime@feddit.nu 4 points 2 days ago (2 children)

i've been on smart launcher since checks purchase history 2013, and while it's still the best ux i've found, they have been doing some scummy shit over the years, like move features from the paid version into "content packs" that cost extra.

when you mention 2013 I got flashback I thought this was the launcher I used to use because it sounds familiar. But after remembering the name no, it wasn't. I used to be very obsessed with go launcher ex back then.

I think I used to see smart launcher a lot back then but I forgot what's that about. I think I never tried smart launcher.

but nowdays I just use lawnchair and never really customize my phone like I used to.

[–] Crewman@sopuli.xyz 1 points 2 days ago

Oh yeah, I forgot about that. I was upset at first, but I figured they're making something really good, and I was fine paying. If it was continuous, I would probably drop it for a different one.

[–] Ganbat@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 2 days ago

This is the launcher I use. I love the app drawer categories.

[–] limerod@reddthat.com 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I mainly use Foss software. But, this is one app which is not Foss and I use.