[APP][2.3+] Crescendo 1.0.3 - A Simple Homescreen

alobo · Mar 28, 2014

Hey XDA,

I've got a new app, and I would love some help in testing it and finding any bugs!

Crescendo Launcher is a homescreen replacement that makes it easier for seniors (or kids!) to use an Android phone or tablet.

Features

NetManage: Crescendo can automatically toggle mobile data or WiFi if an app requires it. (Data is turned off after the screen is turned off)

Simple Apps: Crescendo comes with several simplified apps, including an easy-to-use web browser and flashlight.

Simple Settings: One click access to Ringer, WiFi and Mobile Data settings

Help Central: A comprehensive help center that teaches users how to use their device. It's fully illustrated!

App Drawer: An accessible app drawer with big icons.

Screenshots

Tablet Screenshots:

FAQ

Q: The app crashed!
A: Please click the 'Report' button on the force close dialog - this lets me view a crash log. If you don't want to do this, please pull a logcat and either post it in the thread or PM it to me. I can't fix the error if I don't know what it is. Thanks!

Q: I would like to see feature X and Y
A: Awesome! Just post in this thread and I'll get back to you ASAP.

Upcoming Features/Bug Fixes

v 1.0.2 Will be released at 8:00 PM EST!

[Fixed v 1.0.2] ~~Home Button Bug~~

Auto location for weather

Replace welcome text with clock. (Setting)

Date Format Customization (Setting)

Ability to allow both wifi/mobile internet to be switched on/off and not only one

Customizable tabs (along with SMS & Maps on the homescreen)

Customizable app drawer grid size

Downloads

You can grab it in the Play Store. (I've also attached an APK for your convenience.)

Please let me know what you think!

alobo · Mar 28, 2014

Changelog

1.0.3

Editable home screen
SMS Icon on home screen

1.0.2

Max of 10 apps
Fixed Home Button bug
Allow hiding of help button
Fix weather update
Auto weather location detection
Fixed NetManage behavior
Fixed crash
Fix crash on HTC Evo 3D/CM11 (Missing fonts)

1.0.1

Fix crash on launch
Fix crash when opening the settings screen

1.0.0

Initial release

axis.meister · Mar 28, 2014

Looks interesting

I like the minimalist approach. Will certainly give it a try.

way2muchcoff · Mar 28, 2014

Good idea. Nice and simple. Kudos.

GSculerlor · Mar 28, 2014

Where's the attached APK ?

TheKenRob · Mar 28, 2014

alobo · Mar 29, 2014

GSculerlor said:
Where's the attached APK ?

Hey sorry about that, I've reattached it now. Thanks for trying it out!

ZeroX7C · Mar 29, 2014

scorpiopantera · Mar 29, 2014

I like it! Very simple and clean! Keep it up!

Sent from my Nexus 4 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

jsms0905 · Mar 30, 2014

like the idea but its crashing before it sets up every time, im in the HTC m8.

itouchables · Mar 30, 2014

Great job man, I really love the concept. But could you give us an option to change the icon size of the app drawer.
:good::good::good::good:

ntcntc · Mar 30, 2014

I am in the same boat as jsms0905.

I am on a nexus 5.

Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Bishal Pranto Roy · Mar 30, 2014

Problem!!

alobo said:
App

Problem Here,
Its Force Closing On 4.4.2 Kitkat.
Not Even Starting.
Is This App Compatible With Kitkat?

Thanks Anyways

HtcRo · Mar 30, 2014

the feel very happy

very nice and clear

Immortal Nerd · Mar 30, 2014

Not working on my LG G2

Setup works fine but after that keeps on crashing, Love the concept but can't try this due to some error, Dev please fix it in your free time

:highfive:

Me_Ashish_ · Mar 30, 2014

So I tested it for 3 minutes. This is what I would say.
The home screen, is this a home screen I mean there should be option to directly switch to app drawer.
Icon size of apps are large I would consider using small size.
Limit on no. of apps, this shouldn't be added as premium feature.
No widgets.
Shouldn't weather location be auto set & even if we type in search box there should be suggestions coming up.
In this initial test didn't find usage of the smart switch off Internet on/off.

This isn't a launcher at all, in launcher there is beautiful app drawer. This thing needs much improvement, I guess it would become my primary browser when v3.0 will come.

Cookie Ninja · Mar 30, 2014

Seems to look good. Clean, minimalist, simple, but won't run on my Xperia Z 6603, stock, rooted 4.3.

Dead Cookies leave no trails...

alobo · Mar 30, 2014

Bishal Pranto Roy said:
Problem Here,
Its Force Closing On 4.4.2 Kitkat.
Not Even Starting.
Is This App Compatible With Kitkat?

Thanks Anyways

Hey Bishal, yes it should be compatible with Kitkat - I tested it on a Nexus 4 with 4.4.2. Would you be able to get me a logcat or could you please report the crash? Thanks!

Immortal Nerd said:
Setup works fine but after that keeps on crashing, Love the concept but can't try this due to some error, Dev please fix it in your free time :highfive:

Hey Immortal Nerd - if you could please get me a logcat or you could report the crash, I will fix it!

Cookie Ninja said:
Seems to look good. Clean, minimalist, simple, but won't run on my Xperia Z 6603, stock, rooted 4.3.

Dead Cookies leave no trails...

Hey Cookie Ninja, could you describe the issue you are encountering? If it's crashing, would you be able to get a logcat or report the crash? Thanks!

alobo · Mar 30, 2014

Me_Ashish_ said:
So I tested it for 3 minutes. This is what I would say.
The home screen, is this a home screen I mean there should be option to directly switch to app drawer.
Icon size of apps are large I would consider using small size.
Limit on no. of apps, this shouldn't be added as premium feature.
No widgets.
Shouldn't weather location be auto set & even if we type in search box there should be suggestions coming up.
In this initial test didn't find usage of the smart switch off Internet on/off.

This isn't a launcher at all, in launcher there is beautiful app drawer. This thing needs much improvement, I guess it would become my primary browser when v3.0 will come.

HI Me_Ashish,

Thanks for trying it out! In regards to your concerns, the target audience for this launcher are not power users - it's a simplified launcher for those who want a simpler phone. However, I can add some of the features you requested into the next version:
1) Automatic location detection
2) Ability to directly switch to app drawer.

Also, or the internet to automatically switch off, you have to enable NetManage. Additionally, the internet will switched off 5 minutes after your screen is turned off.

Thanks again for the feedback!

Cookie Ninja · Mar 30, 2014

On the Xperia 6603, setup starts with name and loops (fc-restart at name again), endlessly. BTW, I don't have a owner profile on my contacts app.... Will get logcat next time I run it, its 1am & tomorrow is Monday, need 2 sleep...

Sent from one of my/our device/s

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