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[Android Apps and Games] Pepper67:
Can we get a custom dock background option?

It seemed standard in other older pre 4.0 launchers.
[Android Apps and Games] DesignGrits:
How about option for reflective docks? Honestly Don't know why alot of features from some of the older launchers like ADW Launcher have not been incorporated in to the newer launchers. such as reflective docks.
[Android Apps and Games] BillGoss:
I use Titanium Backup to backup Widgets, then restore them after restoring Apex.

Sent from my Desire S
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
can you explain little bit more how to Titanium Backup backup Widgets please. ?
[Android Apps and Games] BillGoss:
Backup this:

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Android Apps and Games] fonduekid:
Thanks for the tip, Bill.

But then I need to "root" my device, right? Is there any other way without needing root, where I can have the widgets backed up?

Thanks again.
[Android Apps and Games] Ditamae:
Looks like I'm not the only one who's experiencing the slight lag in app drawer screen transitions. It's too bad, v1.2.5 was silky smooth...
[Android Apps and Games] Milamber33:
No. Blame Google for setting things up the way they did.
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
but I have the

CyanogenMod 9 (7192012) I use this very version of cm9 for about 1 month.

but This problem started few days ago.

all of widgets stop updating
[Android Apps and Games] KarlosTheJackal:
Having no problems at all on the latest build. Stable, smooth & looks great!

Good job Dev (:
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
ok I done a backup [widgets applications]

than what ?

how to restore apex settings and widgets?
[Android Apps and Games] Milamber33:
The logical thing to try would be to restore that...
[Android Apps and Games] Kueber:
'Icon packages' are no longer shown in the 'edit icon' and 'select from icon packs' menu. Only icon packs which come with a whole theme are shown.. that's not good. Getting downhill with that since 1.3beta5

For example: "MetroStation" pack (PlayStore) and "Simple Text" icon creation won't show - 1.3beta4 is the last version where that icon changing stuff works properly.
[Android Apps and Games] rzlatic:
yeah, quite a lot of us have jerky behavior in homescreen or app drawer transitions. general advice is downgrade to 1.2.5 and wait for smoother release.
[Android Apps and Games] JimTDI:
Confirmed here also!
[Android Apps and Games] morg01:
+1

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[Android Apps and Games] Lola_samsung:
Drawer app

Is there a possibility of custom app sorting and folders in drawers?
[Android Apps and Games] Mayday_XL:
+1
[Android Apps and Games] Frezzno:
Personally I'm good with alphabetically sorting or most used sorting. You will put your favorite apps on the desktop anyways. I don't see the point of custom sorting or in folders of the drawers. Nova has this option and many prefer this over Apex. So some has use of this option. I guess if Apex want more customers then they should implement this option too.
[Android Apps and Games] J-Hop2o6:
Works for me.
[Android Apps and Games] hamedd2000:
what is the last version of this soft
[Android Apps and Games] ChinaWarrior:
Is there a way to move the text/voice search and drawer icon from the top of the screen to the bottom?
[Android Apps and Games] rzlatic:
for latest beta check 1st post. for latest official version check google play. it's that easy.
[Android Apps and Games] AllSeeyinEye:
Or you go to Apex Settings / About Apex Launcher (pro) / Check for new version now
[Android Apps and Games] BillGoss:
Add works fine here. I'm on CM10.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Android Apps and Games] yahyoh:
its laggy on my s2 and s1 too :(

the app drawer stuttering like hell on my s2 too
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
I done that but it didn't work.

anymore other suggestions?
[Android Apps and Games] yooyo3d:
Its stutter on my sgs2 too. I noticed that on stock rom and on paranoid (cm10 based) rom. Even more, Apex frequently restarts after unlock (I can see this because it reloads all icons and widgets) even if I set options to reside in memory. Previous version was butter smooth.
[Android Apps and Games] lm that guy:
I dont know about previous version but the current version stutters badly on my note 10.1.
[Android Apps and Games] ehBrY:
I still have the shadows enabled even though the option is not in the menu no more. I I guess if you restore settings from a saved configuration with shadow enabled it will bring it back!
[Android Apps and Games] Ditamae:
Is anyone else getting FC loops after trying to revert to v1.2.5? I don't know what the deal is.... it's gotta be on my end though...
[Android Apps and Games] lookatmenow:
I am experiencing the same
[Android Apps and Games] Ditamae:
Hmm... interesting... I just used Titanium Backup instead of restoring the backup through my file explorer and that did the trick. Hallelujah, back to smooth sailing.
[Android Apps and Games] rzlatic:
i did. reset/delete settings after downgrade from 1.3.x.
[Android Apps and Games] AllSeeyinEye:
If you get FC's or errors when reverting to an older version, that is because there are certain settings that do not exist or are fundamentally different in the older version. What you should do before (or after?) reverting is clearing the data of the app.
[Android Apps and Games] browngeek:
Just an FYI, nova prime is presently on sale.

Have tried nova free and apex free for me is better though.
[Android Apps and Games] chunlianghere:
yes..nova prime is currently on sale 25cents.

i dont know why it seems smoother for me on nova. is when i open the folder in homescreen. laggy on apex. hope apex will keep improving..

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yes..nova prime is currently on sale 25cents.

i dont know why it seems smoother for me on nova. is when i open the folder in homescreen. laggy on apex. hope apex will keep improving..
[Android Apps and Games] mekanismen:
Probably because Novas default scrolling speed setting is different from that in Apex.
[Android Apps and Games] chunlianghere:
on apex, it looks smooth when there is a few app in the folder. but when its a lot of app inside, it lag.
[Android Apps and Games] lordcloud1:
I briefly went back to 1.2.5, from 1.3.1, and didn't notice an appreciable difference in smoothness. Went back to 1.3.1 and I'm good.

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[Android Apps and Games] Cor-master:
So anyone have any issues with widgets disappearing? On my vivid all my widgets were gone this afternoon

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So anyone have any issues with widgets disappearing? On my vivid all my widgets were gone this afternoon,
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
No

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[Android Apps and Games] yahyoh:
no nova is way smoother on my s1 - s2 sorry

i was apex guy on ics days but on JB there is no way to use apex :( even holo hd is smoother than apex
[Android Apps and Games] NYLimited:
This is

not a recommendation

but Nova Prime is on sale at Google Play store (US) for 25 cents - today only if someone wants to compare.

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[Android Apps and Games] CamoGeko:
That was a but rude...

Spun out from a NCX'd and RENOVATED One X.
[Android Apps and Games] NYLimited:
Wasn't intended to be. I use and prefer Apex Pro (paid full price for it) but also like to compare things. We all have personal preferences..

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[Android Apps and Games] Gambler_3:
For me this has how it's been on nexus S.

On ICS apex was by far faster

On JB nova took the lead but only the ICS versions of the launchers.

Now on JB with the JB launchers apex is smoother again as well. Nova home screens are faster but the app drawer is a disaster with the latest version. I have nova prime and I am using apex free for now lol.

Apex also destroys nova in features even the free one has features that the full version of nova doesnt.
[Android Apps and Games] Noed:
I bought both Apex and Nova.

For my surprise, Apex doesn't support folders in drawer.

It's the top requested feature for Apex:

http://apexlauncher.uservoice.com/forums/146396-apex-general-feedback/filters/top

The feedback site says "planned - updated 5 months ago"

Notice suggestion #4 is the same request.

If you sum the votes in #1 and #4 requests, it's more than double votes than #2 request.

So my question is, what's the ETA?

It looks like this app is abandoned by devs, I can't believe so many people recommend it.

Nova and GoLauncher are currently better.

If I could, I would refund Apex.
[Android Apps and Games] J-Hop2o6:
I really don't get why ppl want Folders in the App Drawer. Thats what the Homescreens are for. App Drawer is to show all apps.
[Android Apps and Games] lordcloud1:
Not everyone likes folders on their home screen. Especially minimalist types, like myself.

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[Android Apps and Games] Noed:
Android is about choice. If I want a limited UI I can get an iPhone.

A lot of people want folders in Apex, why not give the choice?

If you don't want it, don't use it.

Well, that's why I use Nova instead of Apex.

In my case, I have over 200 apps.

I use 5 homescreens for the apps I like to use more.

For other apps that I use eventually, I have it in folders in drawer so I can find easily when necessary.

I'd like to use Apex, but without folders it's impossible for me.
[Android Apps and Games] gcogger:
I really don't get why people want folders on the homescreens. That's what the app drawer is for. Homescreens are for widgets.

Not everyone uses a phone the same way, which is one of the great things about Android :)
[Android Apps and Games] Adauth:
Running smooth on my razr on stock 4.0.4.

Have yet to notice any real lag. 99% of the time it's smooth sailing.
[Android Apps and Games] J-Hop2o6:
Interesting. And what's that screenshot about?
[Android Apps and Games] KarlosTheJackal:
Considering they have just released a major stable update I don't think they have "Abandoned" the app like you suggest. Maybe they are working on getting the app more stable with the JB launcher.

Ohh & for the record not a single problem & completely lag free on both my Stock Unrooted Gnex & my rooted with DPI Mod Nexus7
[Android Apps and Games] lordcloud1:
Hidden status bar that pulls down with a swipe down gesture.

Invisible folder in the middle of my dock that houses the text, dolphin, and camera icons.

Icon on the left is for Play Music.

Icon on the middle opens up Folder Organizer, which houses about 6 of my nerd internet apps (like XDA).

Icon on the right opens up weather.

I like a very clean home page. I have one other page that is an agenda.

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[Android Apps and Games] ehBrY:
How can they release 1.3.1 with the glaring 'in between home screens' bug that was only fixed in 1.3 beta 4 but came back I'm stuck on 1.3 now please 1.4 beta 1 get this bug squashed so we can all move along thank you
[Android Apps and Games] J-Hop2o6:
Did I say it shouldn't be added? No, I was just wondering WHY. I have many apps in my drawer also, and not all of them are on my homescreen in folders also. I was actually hoping for Customizable App Drawer Tabs. I want All, Apps, Games. I don't have to use a widgets tab since I mainly use the Homescreen hold method anyways.

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Wow, VERY minimalistic. Not even a noticeable status bar with you signal meter and battery level? I like to see those while using the phone. Unless its only invisible while on the homescreen.
[Android Apps and Games] Gambler_3:
lol they just released the stable version of jelly bean and you say the project isnt supported anymore? :rolleyes:

For every feature missing in apex I could name 2 missing in nova. Just because the developer doesnt want to implement a certain feature doesnt mean that the app isnt supported. Apex has more features than nova and atleast for me the JB version of apex is smoother.
[Android Apps and Games] droidspd:
To each their own.

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GT-I9100

SlimBean 2.6.0

DorimanX 5.83-B6

UHLPE
[Android Apps and Games] Cor-master:
Why are people so mean to the developers? They got a lot of features to add in and I'm sure they'll all be added in in due time but no need to call them out for not having them now. Apex is easily the most feature rich launcher.
[Android Apps and Games] Nephilim:
I agree 100%

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Android Apps and Games] lordcloud1:
I prefer not to see anything but the design of my home screen, unless I need to. I look at my notifications enough that I have plenty of opportunities to see my signal meter and battery percentage. Yeah, it's only invisible while on the home screens. I can see it while I'm Swyping this message.

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[Android Apps and Games] Noed:
Because 5 months, thousands of paying customers asking for the feature without an answer from the dev is too much.

SGS2
[Android Apps and Games] iamnotkurtcobain:
This.

I changed to nova now. It's smoother now than apex. And I'v used apex for over 9 months....

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[Android Apps and Games] hells_dark:
Thousands * around 3 € is not much for the time spent... :rolleyes:
[Android Apps and Games] Cor-master:
It's only a $4 app! The developers are probably just avoiding the drama. The launcher works fine it may not do everything you want it too but it works which is more than I can say about gameloft and their games on my nexus 7
[Android Apps and Games] chunlianghere:
+1

been using apex after i brought the full price of pro.
[Android Apps and Games] Noed:
Money doesn't matter right? Make it free then... Or a promo like Nova did, $0.25 only.
[Android Apps and Games] polobreaka:
apex is free. the free version has more than enough features. it is your choice to get the pro version for a little added features and support. you knew what you got into so i dont know why you're getting all upset over the dev. they can do whatever they want with their app regardless of how many request they get. you dont have to use it. you have your choice of whatever launcher you want to use. get over it and move on.
[Android Apps and Games] demo23019:
I used apex free then moved to pro to support dev. and everything was fine till the whole JB integration back on august 1st

Waiting months now, update after update and still laggy home screen transition effects .

Its cool people with dual and quad core dont have lag but I do on my single core nexus s and was fine before

and its still overlooked by the dev for what ever reason so i moved on to Espier launcher 4 pro its smoother than both apex and nova.

Its limited on features ATM becasue its still new but has all transition effects and very smooth all around.
[Android Apps and Games] J-Hop2o6:
Tried Espire Launcher before to mess with someone. But its a really sh*tty launcher.
[Android Apps and Games] Pepper67:
Im in Canada and Nova is still $4.

I would have bought it if it was on sale. Stupid country discrimination.
[Android Apps and Games] Fr33L4nc3r:
Nothing related to country.

You're just too late. It was there for 48 hours only.
[Android Apps and Games] demo23019:
I'm not talking about Espier launcher that's an iPhone launcher. I'm talking about espier launcher 4 its ICS/job like nova and apex

If I helped you hit the thanks button
[Android Apps and Games] Pepper67:
Doesnt go launcher have like 50x the amount of customizations?
[Android Apps and Games] lordcloud1:
49 actually. :D

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[Android Apps and Games] AllSeeyinEye:
Yup. Go Launcher is by far the most customizable launcher. AND there is no payed or donation version to it that you 'need' for advanced features.

But... I don't mind about paying for an app I use every day. Thats why I payed for both Apex and Nova. And although I used Apex for the last 6 months, I am preferring Nova right now. It's just that little bit smoother.

Apex will be nr one again once:

- visual feedback on swiping on dock is implemented

- scrolling between tabs in the drawer is fluid again (1.3 beta 5 was the last version that had smooth scrolling on my S2)

Some less important improvements I would like to see:

- customizable icons and app names in the drawer (not with themes, but selected icons only)

- folders in drawer

- import settings from other launchers (like Nova)

- lower memory footprint
[Android Apps and Games] J-Hop2o6:
Haha ok, I was gonna say how could you possibly use that launcher, lol.
[Android Apps and Games] KennyLegend:
Hi guys

Haven't seen it mentioned but I might be missing a setting. I can't seem to out some apps in certain folders. For example, when I try to put an app I. A certain folder, the folder moves. But on some folders it works. It's pretty annoying as I have quite a few recent apps I want to add into folders but they folders keep jumping. Any ideas?

I'm using an S3 with stock xxdlib JB
[Android Apps and Games] NYLimited:
Since you are so unhappy with the product and the the dev of am guessing you splurged and bought Nova Prime for 25 cents.

If you have, you are content - there is no need for a continued assault of a product you left behind.

Prior to Apex I used ADW and someday I may switch again. I have no animosity toward the devs.

Let's move on...

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[Android Apps and Games] Cor-master:
To be fair the best launcher ever imo is adw ex but after December, Anderweb fell off the face of the earth so it's too outdated now. It works fine on ics and up but works very much like a gingerbread launcher as that's pretty much what it is. All the customization of Go without the bulk!

Apex seems to be the spiritual sequel, it's definitely the most feature packed launcher. I like where it's heading at this point :)
[Android Apps and Games] stefankorun:
Is there a way to transfer home screen (icons and possibly widgets) from Nova or Touchwiz?
[Android Apps and Games] Milamber33:
Not at this stage.
[Android Apps and Games] Gambler_3:
Just got apex launcher pro. :D

The new effects are absolutely amazing and most importantly blisteringly smooth. I am having a hard time sticking to one. :p

Got nova launcher prime in the sale, it wasnt smooth but some of it's features had already spoiled me and I immediately knew how much I am gonna like apex launcher pro. This is for me the epitome of superb development and what android stands for. :good:

Nova launcher will have to do something truly amazing for me to ever go back to it now. Although competition is always better so I hope a future update makes it smooth as well for me.
[Android Apps and Games] pilgrim011:
+1. What the hell is going on? The folder keeps running away from the app that I want to add to it? It just moves to a different place on the homescreen?

Edit - now I see... You have to be really quick to add an app to the folder, if you wait more than fraction of a second, the folder moves...
[Android Apps and Games] baboano:
Hi, I am using last version of Apex launcher on official Galaxy S2 ICS. But I couldn't use unread sms count display on an icon, even I indicate my SMS app. it is displayed only on stocked sms app icon...

Do you have any suggestion, thanks....
[Android Apps and Games] pseudoswede:
I'm also experiencing this issue.

Widgets: BeWeather Pro & Battery Watcher

Phone: MyTouch 4G

ROM: Dark Unicorn v2.5 (ICS)

Only way to get them working again is to restart the launcher.
[Android Apps and Games] vivelafrance:
Same here, Beweather, Simple Calendar, Extended Controls....

It's not a ROM issue since you guys have a different ROM than mine. This is reaaally annoying...
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
Self updating Widgets working fine for me.

Android weather, gameserver monitor.

Apex installed as system app and keep in memory checked.

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[Android Apps and Games] hells_dark:
I too have some widgets which desynchronize util I restart the launche (mClock for instance).
[Android Apps and Games] mechanix619:
Love this Launcher.

Can you add a icon size slider if its possible? For both the drawer and the home screens.

Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
Already x times requested...

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[Android Apps and Games] pseudoswede:
How do you install it as a system app? I did the "keep in memory" option, and it still stops updating.
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
I moved it to system app folder after installing

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[Android Apps and Games] i_am_the_one:
So when I installed the new update it removed the app drawer from the dock, I have it setup to have long press on home screen just show wallpaper settings. So just a heads up not sure if this was intended or a bug.
[Android Apps and Games] ookamikuroi:
found a bug: even if i disable the searchbar its comming back after reboot or some screenpreviews
[Android Apps and Games] The Gingerbread Man:
I downloaded the zip and renamed to apk and reinstalled it and got force close when I pressed home and selected apex which took me back to my file manager. I have a 3 screen set up no other icons on any other screens as I always have 3 screens. Updating from 0.2 (system app) to 0.3 on galaxy nexus 4.0.2

An idea I'd like to suggest for future is launching hidden apps from the menu where you hide them.
[Android Apps and Games] mustbepbs:
So how are you supposed to move it to system/app and install is my question. I'm at work and can't push it via adb.
[Android Apps and Games] KBanause:
If you are updating and a previous version is already in /system/app then you don't need to push the new version to /system/app...
[Android Apps and Games] Spyr0s:
Use file manager with root capabilities like Root Explorer, move the apk to system/app and set permissions to rw-r-r
[Android Apps and Games] The Gingerbread Man:
So how are you meant to apply the update file? I probably sound real dumb too sorry
[Android Apps and Games] mustbepbs:
What apk? The download on the op is a zip file.
[Android Apps and Games] KBanause:
Rename it to .apk and install it...
[Android Apps and Games] The Gingerbread Man:
I did that and it just constant force closes
[Android Apps and Games] tehgeekguy:
I got FC when setting to 3 desktops too, instead of the default 5, both with an update, and with a clean install of Apex. Going back to 0.2 for now.
[Android Apps and Games] lazy_ursache:
For me Apex Launcher started again to work OK after removing the old version and installing this one again! ( I was getting force close ,searchbar was comming back ,customizable app icons was not working ...

after a clean install everything works again

)

Removing the old one and pushing the new version to /system/app again + restart was the answer (for me) and to all the force close and errors!

EDIT! BUG!

After hiding an app the quick search bar widget appear!

After restarting Apex my clock widget from the default screen is removed and I have 2 quick search bars! :-)
[Android Apps and Games] Thomas.:
BUG REPORT: every when launcher is restarted is created in third homescreen google search bar
[Android Apps and Games] sykomaniac:
Yeah definite bug when setting 3 screens 2 as default (in my case) = force close loop
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
OMG this was the perfect update. Literally everything I wanted...fixed and improved screen previews, added the stock search widget as a separate addable one, made tablet transitions for homescreen (any way to have the blue outline like real tablets when you swipe?), and long press app options for icons!

Thank you so much!
[Android Apps and Games] solarus2011:
Excellent update. Thanks for the work....

I removed old and installed new and am having zero issues. I have tried to replicate some of the issues others are reporting but don't seem to have the same problems. Only thing missing now is the multiple docks that you have already indicated are in the works.

Great work.
[Android Apps and Games] Thomas.:
NEXT BUG: when I long tap on icon, remove tab on top is lower layer, so when I have icons or widget on top, remove tab is not visible...

edit: please do fast update to remove known bugs, thanks :)