Top 18 Apps Similar to Blur - A Launcher Replacement

SAO Launcher
Xlythe (SAO)
The Sword Art Online system menu,forsmartphones and tablets. Pay $5 inside Options to turn off adsandunlock additional features. The total cost of Pro andallextensions is around $8.Drag down from the top left corner of your screen and orbs willfallinto place, giving you quick access to various features ofyourphone. Call and text friends, launch your favorite appsviashortcuts, control music, and more using the various orbs.SAO is built to be extendable. There are many free and paidthemesand extensions available in the Store. Themes update theimages,sounds, and fonts used in the app creating a completelydifferentexperience. Extensions, on the other hand, are additionalorbs thatappear when downloading other apps. SMS, for example, is afreeextension for phones.Both themes and extensions have an API for those who want totrulycustomize the experience. The documentation is still init'sinfancy, so don't feel afraid to email us at [email protected] help or to submit an app to the Store.http://xlythe.com/saolauncher/theme.htmlhttp://xlythe.com/saolauncher/extension.htmlFAQ:Q: What does buying Pro do?A: Buying Pro will get you... No ads, multiple swipe boxes,customavatar, weather, directions on the map. It does not give youany ofthe extensions.Q: Can I help translate the app to my language?A: Sure! You can now help out with translating using Localize(https://www.localize.im/v/dq ).Q: Can I help test new features or recommend ideas?A: Of course! Join our community(https://plus.google.com/communities/106623201559847991380 ) and,ifyou're interested in being on the cutting edge, sign upforTesting. We'll do our best to address bugs promptly.Q: How do I use themes?A: Install the theme, then go into Options, Themes. You shouldseeit as a choice aside Default.Q: My extensions aren't working (or... anythingisn'tworking).A: Try rebooting. If it still doesn't work, feel free to send usanemail ( [email protected] ) or report it in the community.Q: Why can't I uninstall the app?A: It's probably set as a Device Administrator (an old featurefromLog Out). Go into Settings, Security, Device Administrators,anduncheck SAO Launcher.Q: Why is log out missing?A: Log out required Device Administrator, which made it difficulttouninstall the app.Q: How do I get sms to pop up?A: Install the SMS extension - it's another app, you can find itinthe Store.Q: Why is there a delay launching the app after pressing theHomebutton?A: Android introduces a 5sec delay for all services after theHomebutton is pressed. There is no way to get around this.Q: Why can't I click under the swipe area?A: It's an anti-keylogging feature of Android's. There is no waytoget around this.Q: Why do I still see my old SMS notifications after installingtheextension?A: I can't touch another app's notifications. Luckily, thedefaultSMS app lets you disable notifications in settings.Q: Why can't I hear any sound?A: There are different streams (System, Notification, Media).Somephones disable System, the stream usually reserved forbuttonclicks. If you have one of those phones, you'll have tochange thestream in Options.Q: This isn't a launcher! Why claim it is?A: It is... Sort of. It launches apps. It is not meant toreplaceyour default launcher, though.
Activity Launcher 1.14.8
Launches hidden activities and creates shortcuts for installed apps
Wave Launcher v2.2.1
Roundup
Wave Launcher, the fastest Android Launcher add-on, is nowavailablefor free.With a single swipe this gesture launcher allows you to launch upto120(!) of your favorite apps, shortcuts and even widgetsregardlessof which app is currently running.Wave Launcher is a multitasking android launcher accessibleanytime,anywhere! Even on your lockscreen! It is the fastest appswitcherout there, and provides you with the best user experienceof anandroid launcher. It doesn’t replace your current homescreenlauncher. It works independently.★ Call your friends with a quick swipe gesture! It doesn’t getanyfaster!★ Launch apps from your lock-screen★ Check your mail or calendar with a swipeWave Launcher is extremely simple to use:1. Touch the gesture area and swipe your finger up towardsthemiddle of the screen.2. When you get towards the middle, the wave appears.3. Without raising your finger, swipe left or right to selectthedesired app.4. To launch the app, simply raise your finger off thescreen!5. If you change your mind and don't want to launch anything,simplyswipe the wave to the bottom or the top of the screen todismissit❖ FAST AND ALWAYS ONAvailable with a swipe no matter which app is currentlyrunning.Even from your lock screen!❖ NEVER IN YOUR WAYUnlike other gesture launcher and quick launch apps out there,WaveLauncher never blocks your soft-keyboard❖ POWERFULWave Launcher is the best Android Launcher as it’s the only onethatlets you launch up to 120 apps/widgets/shortcuts with aswipe.Swipe-and-click? Too slow for us :)❖ MAKE IT YOUR OWNCustomize the number of apps, shortcuts widgets and folders onthewave.Customize size, colors, icons and names!Customize the swipe locationDownload icon packs - works with any ADW icon pack.❖ FOLDERSEnjoy multitasking with folders of up to 10 items each. To openafolder, swipe to show the wave, point to the folder, and give itasmall nudge up. To close it, lower the wave a bit. When a folderisopen, move your finger left and right.❖ WIDGETSWave Launcher takes the widgets to a whole new level. If youjustwant to pick a widget, swipe to show the wave, point to thewidgetand hover, the widget will be shown. Swipe away to get onwith yourlife or raise your finger from the screen to sticky-notethe widgeton to the screen. You can now interact with the widget.Click the Xbutton to close it.Notable features:✓ The wave can contain any app, shortcut or widget you can addtoyour home screen, but without taking up the space ;)✓ Create folders on the wave. Folders are fully controllablewithmultitasking swiping.✓ Supports custom icons from ADW themes.✓ Use any picture/icon from your gallery/SD-card as icon.✓ The wave responds to your finger movement. It changes itsshape,icon size, and icon transparency.✓ Can be enabled by swiping from the bottom, left side, rightsideor the top of the screen (See the 'calibrate' screen)✓ Fully independent, doesn't need to replace yourhome-screenapp.✓ Doesn't interfere with running applications.✓ Doesn’t interfere with the keyboard.✓ Small memory footprint.✓ Doesn't affect battery-life!✓ Tons of customization settings!✓ Controllable notification action.✓ Localized to 9 languages: English, Hebrew, Spanish,Serbian,Italian, French,Russian, German and Polish!NOTE: Notification icon can be disabled in thesettingsscreen.This is a very customizable app. PLEASE read the info in theHelpscreen; it contains lots of useful information.NOTE: Permission to make phone calls is required forplacingdirect-call shortcuts on the wave.Questions? Comments? Requests? Ideas? We’d love to hear!Email us: [email protected] and you should also check out Roundup, our new social newsreaderrecently.https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.roundupEnjoy the best Android launcher add-on out there!
Launcher 1.0.0
Shining
Default Launcher
Launcher Switcher 0.1.3
개발자
* Home application switcher
Sideload Launcher - Android TV 1.05
Chainfire
Easily launch apps you sideloaded to your Android TV
Home Button Launcher 8.7
DynamicG
Swipe to quick launch your favorite apps
Next Launcher Arabic Langpack 1.1
addtheme
A language plug-in for Next Launcher 3D.This pack is for Next Launcher 3D Arabic language support.Install it and change the system language.The translation will be updated soon, please stayturned.ThanksIf you wanted to join our translation team. Click http://crowdin.net/project/next-launcherandsign in.Version:V1.0
Bubble Wear Launcher Watchface
DYNA Logix
(if you only want to use on your phoneortablet, please get the Widgets-Only variant that doesnotinclude the watchcomponents:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dyna.logix.bookmarkbubbles.widgets) Get to your apps on your Android Wear watchmoreeasily:► use as an extended watch face: scroll horizontally forappsand controls► or keep using any other watch face and pull app draweroverapps: similar to other mini launchers Bubbles grow with use: more frequently used items stand out fromthecrowd (optional) ► Over 500,000 installs ◄ 2-in-1 app get Bubble Clouds both► on your → ANDROID WEAR SMARTWATCH► and on your phone+tablet → HOMESCREEN FOLDERSandWIDGETS REFERENCES► Featured on Android Police in "25 standalone appsandwatchfaces for your Android Wear 2.0-equippedwatch":http://bit.ly/AndPolice25AW20► Business Insider, Android Central, Yahoo tech,Gizmodo,AndroidPit, SlashGear… see http://goo.gl/HG3Vbf COMPATIBILITY► YES: Android Wear: Huawei, Moto 360, LG GW / GWR /Urbane,ZenWatch 1-3, Sony SW3, Fossil Q…► NO: Samsung Gear (Tizen)► NO: "Android" smartwatches price < $30 (GT.O8, DZ.O9etc) 2 MODES► App Drawer (similar to other android wearminilaunchers)► Interactive watch-face (the launcher becomes yourwatchface) FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS► Fun+practical: you can fit many more icons → less swiping tofindsomething► Variable icon sizes → preset or usage based► Separate apps in groups (favorites+archive) → organize!► Watch face with "live" info (date, watch/phone battery,weather,step count + 2.0 complications)► Much control over look → only Wear launcher with full iconpacksupport► 1st ever app with sticky open → double tap to keep app onscreen(without battery hit)► Launch Tasker tasks from watch-face or app-drawer► Screen lock to prevent accidental touches► 1-touch Voice search► Watch-face color by the minute of the hour → granularly0=blue15=green 30=yellow 45=red► Smart auto layouts → arrange icons automatically invariouslayouts or…►…full control using the Drag and drop watchfaceeditor► Favorite contacts screen to start calls, text oremailconversations [Premium]► Brightness control half a swipe away → automatic day /nightscreen brightness management► Very battery friendly on watch AND phone → Guaranteed:nowake-locks ADDED RECENTLY► Android Wear 2.0 watch face complications: unlimited numberofcomplications► Add complications in the app drawer too► Set background image from complication provider► Over 50 ready made 1-click themes in 7 downloadablethemepacks► Full icon pack support → use standard Android icon packstotheme your watch► Dim ambient watch face → lower brightness for theater/night► Stand-up alert function plugin TUTORIAL VIDEOS► my app has more to offer than might seem on the surface► more complex features are explained in visual instructions  FREE VERSION► constant development with emphasis on user feedback► fully customizable favorites cloud (=watch face)► 2 layouts for the archive cloud (=app drawer) [premium=9]► 1 complication bubble [premium=unlimited]► 1 tasker bubble [premium=unlimited]► no time limit for the launcher/watchface (someupdatereminders)► full support from developer► no ads USER FORUMS► Troubleshooting website: http://goo.gl/DHWSqf► Google+ http://goo.gl/5t8f8U► Version history at XDA-Developers http://goo.gl/3A1ONK► Beta http://bit.ly/bubbeta PERMISSIONSDetailed here: http://goo.gl/UDqoZ2#BCWKEY
N Launcher -Nougat 7.0 launche 1.71
N launcher is an Android™ N (Android 7.0)stylelauncher, it follow native launcher experience, adding MANYusefullauncher features;N launcher is base on Max Launcher core code, and adapted tolatestAndroid N (Nougat 7.0) launcherN Launcher features:- Android N (Nougat 7.0) native style launcher, withmanyenhanced features, support Android 4.0+ devices- Modern Desktop, super smooth animation,varioustransition effect, clean and cool design- Android N (Nougat 7.0) vertical style drawer;showingrecent apps and newly installed apps on the top- Many Themes, support 5000+ themes and icon pack- Cool sidebar with Favorite apps, Torch,Screenshot,Mirror etc- Security: Hide apps, Private folder, AppLock featurestosecure your phone- Customization: many options, make N Launcher beyourstyle launcher- Gestures: One finger gestures, two fingersgestures,icon gestures- Unread counters, for missed call, unreadmessagesetc- Wallpapers: many online wallpapers, even Android NandMarshmallow wallpaper- Useful tools: Swithers, Booster, Battery Saver,AppManagement etcAndroid is a trademark of Google Inc.Feedback: [email protected]★ If you like N Launcher, please Rate us and help to spreadtheword, thanksIf you meet error, please email us with detailed info, we willtryto fix it asap, thanks
Trigger - Task Launcher 9.3.1
Bored of putting your phone on silent every time you get intotheoffice? Tired of turning off Bluetooth to conserve batteryeverytime juice gets low? This app interacts with your surroundingstoconfigure settings on your phone automatically. Combinetriggersand actions to create tasks, then activate the tasks thatyoucreate with conditions that you set! Here are examples of whatyoucan do: In your car: Use Bluetooth as a trigger to open GPSandlaunch your favorite music app On your nightstand: Program anNFCtag to set your ringer to vibrate, dim your display and setanalarm In your house: Use WiFi as a trigger to silence yourphone,connect to bluetooth, and play your favorite songs. Thecurrentfree triggers are as follows: -NFC -Bluetooth -Wifi And aspart ofour Pro-Upgrade we also have these additional triggers:-BatteryLevel -Location -Time triggers -Charging -Calendar Events-Agent-Headset And here are a few examples of the actions that youcanperform with Trigger task launcher: - Change WiFi,Bluetooth,mobile hotspot, airplane mode (root users in Jelly Beanand up),auto-sync, GPS and mobile data settings (root users). -Change yourvolumes or notification tones. - Change your displaybrightness,timeout, auto-rotation, or notification light settings -Check inon social media like Foursquare or Google Places - Sendmessagesusing Twitter, SMS, Email, or Glympse - Start or stopApplications(root required for stopping most applications), dockmodes, openURLs, speak text, or navigate to an address - Set Alarmsor createcalendar events - MORE! Trigger is a task launcher thatallows youto easily program your device to do the actions you doregularly.So go ahead and create your own combinations to automateyour life.The only limit is what you can come up with! The WallStreetJournal calls it "living in the future." Additional actionscan befound when experimental features are enabled in advancedsettings.Auto lock screen and airplane mode are restricted byAndroid butwe've created some work around solutions for theseactions. (Note:They aren't 100% reliable which is why they'reclassed as"experimental features"). Some demos can be viewed ontheapplication website Note: When using NFC Tags you can createaSwitch task that will toggle between two tasks with each tap.We'realways working on adding new actions to Tasks. Please get intouchif there's something you'd like to do that's not currentlyoffered.This application supports NFC Forum Type 1, Type 2, Type 3and Type4 Tags as well as third party NFC Enabled tags like theMIFAREClassic, DESFire, Ultralight and Ultralight C. Nowsupportingread-only tags & allowing you to write any amount ofdata toany tag using Tagstand's cloud service. This allows you touse yourtags just as you would any writable tag without worryingaboutsize. All permissions are listed and explainedhere:https://sites.google.com/site/triggerwiki/permissions This appusesGoogle Analytics for aggregate, anonymous data collection,whichcan be opted out of from the settings page.
Plug In Launcher 2.2
Craig Petzel
This app is a true "plug and play" app. It will launch aspecifiedapp (or the ability to choose from multiple via dialog)when thePower, USB, or Headset cables are connected to the device.A Yes/Nodialog can be included so it does not interfere with yourcurrenttask.There is also a pro version of this app in the market. PlugInLauncher PRO includes wifi and bluetooth connectivity support,andalso "extra actions" of toggling bluetooth, wifi, andringermode.Tired before bed and want the Alarm clock app to launch whenyouplug it in to charge? Go ahead and plug it in... AND ITSTHERE!Out on a run and want to quickly launch one of your musicplayerapps? just plug in your headphones and have it automaticallypressplay!Want to launch wifi tethering when you connect to yourcomputer?DONE!Once installed, specify which applications you want to launchwhenthe respected cables are connected.The Power and Usb capabilities are determined based on thenewtoggle button preference in their tabs. The Headsetcapabilitiesrequire a small service that is ran in the background.It is notrunning if the status is off.Permissions usedRECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED -- start up headset service after reboot(ifstatus is on)DISABLE_KEYGUARD -- unlocking screenWAKE_LOCK --- waking up screen on headset connectINTERNET ---AdsNOTE: If you install on the SD card, The headsetcapabilitieswill not work if the SD card is mounted. (please turnstatus offand on again when moving app between phone and SD)Graphics provided by Adrian Lunsong.I cannot reply to comments. Please email me to receive a reply.
CM Notification
“CM Notification” is a tool designed forCMLauncher to help you follow up important unanswered phonecalls,unread SMS, emails, and messages for social apps by showinganbadge counter on top corner of the APP.Features:- Supports notification for phone calls and SMS.- Support android default email,Gmail,as well as messages forsocialapps likeFacebook,Twitter,Messenger,Line,Wechat,QQ,etc.- Badge counter shows a number of unread messages no matterwhere“CM Notification” is placed: on screen, in the dock, or inanyfolder.
Ks Launcher for 2.2/2.3 1.0.17
KUGO
This is a useful launcher app.You can-find apps quickly by the several ways-start this from status bar, long search, camera or home button.Labels are available to manage apps & shortcuts, but ifyouhave two or more, you need Ks License(paid app).** not support for OS3.x and 4.0**It's for OS2.2/2.3
Notification Launcher 0.8.2.1
KINOKINO
Notification Launcher is a launcher whichcanstart an application from a notification area.The feature is the ability for it to be able to arrange toonerow, and to start by a one tap.Following three can be arranged on a launcher.- Application- Shortcut- Toggle switchThe kind of toggle switch is as follows.- WiFi- Bluetooth- GPS- 3G- Screen Rotation- Silent mode- Vibrate mode- Airplane mode- Wake Lock- USB tethering- WiFi access point- Brightness- Auto Sync* tethering, for the access point.Even if you subscribe to flat-rate plan, you may cost.Pleasenote.* If you have any suggestions or comments & bugreportsComments please contact us via e-mail to us.ver 0.8add app,shortcut icon change menu.add background color change menu.add black color icon on status bar.ver 0.7.2bug fix and delete background color change menu.ver 0.7.1bug fix.ver 0.7Multi line support.Add new icon(Battery and Date)Add background color change menu.ver 0.6Add toggle switch icon change menu.ver 0.5Added brightness of the screen, toggle switch forautomaticsynchronization.Other minor bug fixes.Added the right to change the synchronization with the fix.ver 0.4.1Fixes an issue where if an error occurs when youstartshortcut.Fixed a problem where WakeLock to become invalid.Fixes an issue where a malfunction of click Android4.0.ver 0.4Added a toggle switch WakeLock, USB tethering, WiFiaccesspoint.The startup behavior of terminals, display position, we have tobeable to set the icon.ver 0.3.1Fix the problem does not startver 0.3Add a toggle switch
Gesture Launcher 2.4
shinji
"Gesture Launcher" provide the functiontolaunch by gesture.You can launch application with following steps.1. Preparation1-1. Launch application and taps "+" button1-2. Register some sets of application and gesture1-3. Set widget on your home screen2. Launch application2-1. Launch "Gesture Launcher" from widget on home screen2-2. Draw a one of registered gesture2-3. Just waiting until registered application is launched. Alsoyoucan launch application immediately if you taps applicationiconNote that if you enable "Ninja Mode" from settings, you canhidewidget on home and you can keep clean you home screen.Version history:1.0Initial release1.1Support multi-gestureSupport showing launcher shortcut on Notification1.2Improved registration flowSupport customization icon layout1.3Support backup agent(Android2.2 or new version)Support sort function on application list(Android2.3 ornewerversion)1.4Support launch ranking function1.5Support registering shortcut1.6Add xhdpi resource1.7Support changing theme and color for gesture line1.8Support plug-in(permission can be enabled by plug-in)Change icon design1.9Added supporting languages2.0Support shortcut to gesture screen2.1On-screen shortcutAdditional ranking up to 102.2Adjustment of on-screen area is enabled
BlockLauncher
Zhuowei Zhang
a custom Minecraft PE launcher that loads patches, texturepacks,and mods.
Home 10+ Launcher 5.2.1
★ New design with improved and tons ofnewfeatures ★★★★ Only Windows 8 style Launcher with real live tiles -Gmail,twitter, Facebook, Text messages(SMS), news, weather, stockmarketetc ★★★Tired of having same User interface on your android device ?Do you want tile based User interface (like Windows 10 ) andpowerof Android on one device then try Home10 + Launcher.This Launcher provides you tile based look and feel onyourandroid device.Top Features:------------------✔ Live tiles : Gmail, Calendar, Twitter, Facebook,Textmessages(SMS), News, Weather, etc✔ News notification as it happens✔ Get new SMS/text and call notification on your desktop✔ Quick access button to have settings at your finger tips✔ Support for native Android Widgets✔ Drag and drop individual tile to re-order/change the positionoftile.✔ Add/remove different size tiles✔ Apply variety of color✔ Resize tiles to different sizes✔ Pin your favorite contact for quick and easy access✔ Support for 50+ different color themes✔ Mobile layout and Tablet layout✔ Many more...What is new in v5.2.1?- Calendar live tileWhat is new in v5.2?- Get new SMS/text and call notification on your desktop- Quick access button to have settings at your finger tipsWhat is new in v5.1?- News notification as it happens..- Minor defect fixesWhat is new in v5.0.1?- Minor Defect fixesWhat is new in v5.0?- New look and feel with tons of new featuresThank you!