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[APP][Launcer] Google Experience Launcher with Ok, Google

So in the latest update, you will get "ok google" while in the google search app.
With this launcher, it gets even better, you install it, and you can use "ok google" right from the home screen.
To make it work, just install the latest google search from play store, then download and install this apk:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/3ina0fd8fwki5fo/GoogleHome.apk

awesome, thanks!

Thanks for this! Came from the GNex and missed this launcher from the Kit Kat ROMs. Loved being able to voice activate Google Now from the home screen and swiping to access Google Now. Only thing that doesn't work it with this launcher is Knock Knock to turn the screen off (Knock On works). I created a workaround with Tasker where if I shake the phone left or right, it turns off the screen. Almost like having Kit Kat

very good, thank you

There are some apps that will give you the knock off feel if you want it.
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works awesome. thanks

Howie Dub said:
Thanks for this! Came from the GNex and missed this launcher from the Kit Kat ROMs. Loved being able to voice activate Google Now from the home screen and swiping to access Google Now. Only thing that doesn't work it with this launcher is Knock Knock to turn the screen off (Knock On works). I created a workaround with Tasker where if I shake the phone left or right, it turns off the screen. Almost like having Kit Kat
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it does turn off if you tap on the notification bar. either way launcher is really nice

Howie Dub said:
Thanks for this! Came from the GNex and missed this launcher from the Kit Kat ROMs. Loved being able to voice activate Google Now from the home screen and swiping to access Google Now. Only thing that doesn't work it with this launcher is Knock Knock to turn the screen off (Knock On works). I created a workaround with Tasker where if I shake the phone left or right, it turns off the screen. Almost like having Kit Kat
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I found a pretty good workaround for that. If you have G2 exposed installed (requires exposed framework, needs root) you can map the 'long press' for any button to lock screen. Just holding whichever button is easiest to reach to lock works nicely. I wish the google experience launcher would support gestures, as we can always download the free 'screen off and lock' app and map a gesture to that too like I do in Nova launcher.

Both this KK Home launcher and Nova can utilize the "Knock Off" feature by simply double-tapping a blank area on the notification bar. This is the default behavior and no setup is required to invoke.
Thanks for making this available, OP!
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bckrupps said:
it does turn off if you tap on the notification bar. either way launcher is really nice
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Thanks! Did not know that. I can use that with the phone laying down. Unfortunately, my hands aren't big enough to reach the notification bar during one handed operation, so the Tasker workaround works better for me in that situation.
benjmiester said:
I found a pretty good workaround for that. If you have G2 exposed installed (requires exposed framework, needs root) you can map the 'long press' for any button to lock screen. Just holding whichever button is easiest to reach to lock works nicely. I wish the google experience launcher would support gestures, as we can always download the free 'screen off and lock' app and map a gesture to that too like I do in Nova launcher.
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I haven't rooted yet. Maybe I'll try it if I do, but haven't really had the urge to do so. Came from a GNex where I crack flashed constantly, but ended up using a stock ROM when I discovered Tasker.

can't use in F320L

kevintong116 said:
can't use in F320L
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It works...update Google search and play services
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it doesnt seem to show my missed calls or text count on the icons though which is a bummer when you unlock your phone. anybody else having this problem? i missed a call and didnt even know it until i got a voicemail popup in my notification window

Anyone else getting a high mediaserver wakelock with this launcher? I'm assuming it's because of the always listening Google Now on the homescreens. Mediaserver was using at least 15% of the battery on this launcher. Switched to Nova and mediaserver is down to 1%.

I have the latest Google search app installed and the "okay Google" isn't working for me. I'm on AEON ROM v3. What am I doing wrong?
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Ghstudent said:
I have the latest Google search app installed and the "okay Google" isn't working for me. I'm on AEON ROM v3. What am I doing wrong?
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You need to set the language to "English (United Kingdom)"

You must know Google launcher only works in English US ..under Google now settings
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oriveradel said:
You must know Google launcher only works in English US ..under Google now settings
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I had it set to English US..
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[Q] Google

Hello all...
There is a way how to disable that Google search "pie" like menu ? Sweeping from bottom is showing that Google ring that is taking you to Google now...
Thank you in advance
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Freeze Google search maybe?
Just my first thought. Or use a different launcher.

KJ said:
Freeze Google search maybe?
Just my first thought. Or use a different launcher.
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I tried.. Nothing is working and is getting me any because I use extended display
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I'm not sure then. Is Google now off?
I don't get it, on Nova launcher. But I have Google now off.

KJ said:
I'm not sure then. Is Google now off?
I don't get it, on Nova launcher. But I have Google now off.
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Yeah it only works on the GEL launcher
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Use this app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hk.sld.SwipeLaunchDisabler
Easiest solution I've found.
It doesn't get rid of the ring but you can set to launch nothing.

Google Dialer from Android N Preview 3 working on Moto X Pure Edition

Just a heads up this seems to be working again.
Got the apk from here:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...phone-3-01-08_rc8-android-apk-download/#notes
It installed fine.
Then just went to Settings>Apps and disabled the old Dialer.
Finally, went to Settings > Apps > cog button > Default Apps and set Google Dialer to default.
So far I have not seen any issue.
Please let me know if you find any.

e_rene said:
Just a heads up this seems to be working again.
Got the apk from here:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...phone-3-01-08_rc8-android-apk-download/#notes
It installed fine.
Then just went to Settings>Apps and disabled the old Dialer.
Finally, went to Settings > Apps > cog button > Default Apps and set Google Dialer to default.
So far I have not seen any issue.
Please let me know if you find any.
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Only the 2.5.11_rc8 worked for me, I believe they patched it after that.
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jsminnis said:
Only the 2.5.11_rc8 worked for me, I believe they patched it after that.
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3.01.08_rc8 not?

It's working on my MXPE.

e_rene said:
Just a heads up this seems to be working again.
Got the apk from here:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...phone-3-01-08_rc8-android-apk-download/#notes
It installed fine.
Then just went to Settings>Apps and disabled the old Dialer.
Finally, went to Settings > Apps > cog button > Default Apps and set Google Dialer to default.
So far I have not seen any issue.
Please let me know if you find any.
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What are the differences/improvements compared to the native dialer?

metaleloi666 said:
What are the differences/improvements compared to the native dialer?
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This please.

Caller ID, it allows you to search for local bussinesses, block phone numbers and more.

Why does this one work on non-Nexus devices and the versions before didnt? Maybe they finally consider releasing it for all devices now.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.dialer
Is it not just a Beta Version of this app?

joeb690 said:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.dialer
Is it not just a Beta Version of this app?
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Does it allow you to install if from play store?
Probably not.
Also, the other versions didn't install since they were suppoused to be only for Nexus and Google Play Edition devices.

e_rene said:
Does it allow you to install if from play store?
Probably not.
Also, the other versions didn't install since they were suppoused to be only for Nexus and Google Play Edition devices.
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You are right I checked it from my tablet running cm13.1, it is showing are incompatible for the Moto.
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e_rene said:
Just a heads up this seems to be working again.
Got the apk from here:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google...phone-3-01-08_rc8-android-apk-download/#notes
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Thanks.
Confirmed working here.
Looks and works exactly the same as 2.5.11_rc8 although there appears to be several changes in apk file.

How is this compared to http://forum.xda-developers.com/mot...p-google-dialer-2-32-google-contacts-t3263859. ???

I think you need root for that. This app is latest(ish) version and has Call Blocking and Google Caller ID.
Previously you couldn't install this Nexus only Dialler on other phones hence needing root.
But this version escaped Google somehow and simply installs like any other apk. A day later they realised their mistake and made it Nexus only again.

It installed fine but cannot bring up the dial pad and cannot hang up a call. Not sure why it does this. Mxpe stock
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lk2race said:
It installed fine but cannot bring up the dial pad and cannot hang up a call. Not sure why it does this. Mxpe stock
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Try to give it the phone permission under app settings. This worked for me.

Myst3rion09 said:
Try to give it the phone permission under app settings. This worked for me.
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Did that still will not pop up to answer a call and unable to hang up a call.
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lk2race said:
Did that still will not pop up to answer a call and unable to hang up a call.
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Did you set it as default phone app? Had this problem when stock dialer was default.
Also try to disable stock dialer.

Myst3rion09 said:
Did you set it as default phone app? Had this problem when stock dialer was default.
Also try to disable stock dialer.
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Set as default with all permissions and disabled the notice dialer.
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Under Apps / Phone / Notification, set it to Allow Peeking = Off. No Peeking helped me get better notifications on incoming calls.
YMMV

Android O Public Beta - Google Play forces apps on home page?

I decided to try the beta on my personal Pixel and it's been good for the most part. I'd say very stable for daily use.
However I've noticed I can no longer stop apps from making a shortcut on my home page. So if I install 20 apps I'm forced to grab them and remove them.
Anyway to stop this or is this the way Google is going with O?
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In playstore-settings - uncheck add icon to home screen
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Its on the launcher settings now. Pinch out on launcher, tap settings, and the option is there.

justinxfan said:
Its on the launcher settings now. Pinch out on launcher, tap settings, and the option is there.
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Well, I don't use the launcher [emoji3]
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justinxfan said:
Its on the launcher settings now. Pinch out on launcher, tap settings, and the option is there.
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Sweet thanks man.
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piperx said:
Well, I don't use the launcher [emoji3]
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Use it to change the settings then go back to Launcher3 or whatever you use.

bobby janow said:
Use it to change the settings then go back to Launcher3 or whatever you use.
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Why, the way I do it works fine, first thing I open after install (playstore) to stop automatic updates, then install my launcher, and delete the Google launcher, it's all good man
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Apps restore in setup(5.1.7 stock) but apps don't show in playstore.

On multiple fresh clean setups with no root or twrp and my apps or purchased apps don't show in appstore. They restore just fine and will show in app drawer but not store. Help!
I just noticed in play store settings it says uncertified device.
just used msmdownloadtool back to 5.1.6 and I see the same...………………..but appstore now says certified.
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tdamocles said:
On multiple fresh clean setups with no root or twrp and my apps or purchased apps don't show in appstore. They restore just fine and will show in app drawer but not store. Help!
I just noticed in play store settings it says uncertified device.
just used msmdownloadtool back to 5.1.6 and I see the same...………………..but appstore now says certified.
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Go to app in settings menu, clear data until there's nothing to clear. That will fix the issue

mikex8593 said:
Go to app in settings menu, clear data until there's nothing to clear. That will fix the issue
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That really doesn't fix the issue for me because I was doing it all night long and it wouldn't clear it up. I would actually have to uninstall one or two of the system installed apps and have it update and then it would show all the apps in the application list afterwards.
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tdamocles said:
That really doesn't fix the issue for me because I was doing it all night long and it wouldn't clear it up. I would actually have to uninstall one or two of the system installed apps and have it update and then it would show all the apps in the application list afterwards.
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That's a fix for uncertified status.

mikex8593 said:
That's a fix for uncertified status.
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What really sucks is that it doesn't take immediately and it's kind of hit-or-miss. I hope I don't have to do it too many times.
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tdamocles said:
What really sucks is that it doesn't take immediately and it's kind of hit-or-miss. I hope I don't have to do it too many times.
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Force stop play store first. Might yield better results.