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Key Launcher 1.2.9
Just saw this update, wanted to update everyone.
🚀 Key Launcher 1.2.9 Update
This update is all about the Core Experience. We’ve gone under the hood to overhaul performance, significantly reducing app loading times and battery consumption, while adding more flexible ways to keep your home screen clean and functional.
✨ New Features & Customization
- Open-Meteo Weather Source: You now have the option to use Open-Meteo as your weather data provider, offering a reliable and accurate alternative for your weather widget.
- Search-Only Icons: For the true minimalists — a new UI option allows you to hide icons on the home screen entirely, making them visible only when you are actively searching for an app.
🚀 Performance & Optimizations
- Lightning-Fast App Loading: We’ve significantly improved the app-launching engine. Now app loading will be smoother and faster than ever.
- Battery Efficiency: Under-the-hood refinements ensure the launcher consumes even less power, helping your device last longer throughout the day.
- Lag-Free Navigation: We’ve eliminated the micro-stuttering some users experienced when returning to the Home screen.
- Refined UX Flow: Improved the experience across key features including the Private Vault, Super Shortcuts, and a more intuitive On-boarding flow for new users.
- Strings Cleanup: Removed unnecessary translations for social platforms (Discord, Telegram, Reddit).
🛠 Stability and Bug Fixes
- Media Control Fix: Resolved an issue where media playback controls would occasionally get stuck or display a blank panel.
- System Stability: Patched several critical Crash and ANR (App Not Responding) errors to ensure a rock-solid daily driver experience.
The update is now rolling out on the Google Play Store.
Update now: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.loitran.minimalt9launcher.free
Thank you for your incredible feedback and for helping Key Launcher become faster and more efficient with every update!
u/Dismal_Farmer3340 — 4 days ago