That's not the problem, it's opening for me now that I updated to CU, like the package installer is also working, on my 625 before CU it didn't even stay long on the splash screen, it just showed it and closed.
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That's not the problem, it's opening for me now that I updated to CU, like the package installer is also working, on my 625 before CU it didn't even stay long on the splash screen, it just showed it and closed.
Very strange. All the APIs used in the app launcher were from the original Windows 10 Release (10240) and I made the minimum target version of the app 10586. Like I said earlier. If someone else thinks that they can fix the issue, go ahead lol.
Since it only takes me ~10 min to flash back the backup to 10.0.10586.36 I might give it a try when I'll have some free time.
As for the package installer did you also use APIs from the same version or others, I'd like to try and see where the problem is with that as well (if it's not already fixed by your latest update obviously, once I test it I'll report back)?
Ah yes, with the package installer, I've noticed that the notification extensions I'm using require the Anniversary Update. I can update the minimum version later however, that shouldn't be stopping the app from starting in the first place as that code only runs when the install button is clicked but we should probably continue this conversation in the thread for the package installer: https://xdaforums.com/windows-10-mo...mes/appx-appxbundle-installer-phones-t3669665
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If anyone has devices on the anniversary update, can you try debugging the app on visual studio. You can clone the source code and even open the project directly in visual studio from github. The link is here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher
Please report any errors you find while debugging to this thread. Thank you!
Please report any errors you find while debugging to this thread. Thank you!
@EP1CNESSHD perhaps add a warning to the OP that users of old devices will need to increase the pagefile size for this to work, after updating to CU I data reset my phone cause it wasn't really working as good as it should, after that I was no longer able to run this (stayed on splash for a while then crashed) and a couple of other heavy apps (mainly AnTuTu) also crashed while trying to use them which really confused me cause they worked before, until I remembered to increase the pagefile size.
Also would recommend keeping it static as Microsoft did cause for me creating a dynamic pagefile made the phone lag for me.
Also would recommend keeping it static as Microsoft did cause for me creating a dynamic pagefile made the phone lag for me.
I think that app sorting with minimalistic icons is not a great combo. Anyways, good job, i took the liberty of recompiling your code to arm(mobile) with vertical scrolling which is more androidish
I've updated the app launcher, now this launcher can actually be used to open all apps on your phone (you don't need to go back to the start screen for legacy apps anymore!) and all Windows "apps" on PCs.
I've added a bit of margin at the bottom so the text for the launcher settings icon doesn't clip the bottom of the screen (was incredibly irritating before).
I've also fixed the bug where the launcher would crash on Mobile after going back from the launcher settings.
Lastly, I've changed the way the launcher fills gets apps into the app data. Initial load will be a bit slower now that all apps will be included in the launcher but after that, the app will be pretty fast and stable.
Please please, check out the GitHub and feel free to experiment with this. I'm legit begging you to steal code!
Release is here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.2.0.0-beta
Source Code: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher
I've added a bit of margin at the bottom so the text for the launcher settings icon doesn't clip the bottom of the screen (was incredibly irritating before).
I've also fixed the bug where the launcher would crash on Mobile after going back from the launcher settings.
Lastly, I've changed the way the launcher fills gets apps into the app data. Initial load will be a bit slower now that all apps will be included in the launcher but after that, the app will be pretty fast and stable.
Please please, check out the GitHub and feel free to experiment with this. I'm legit begging you to steal code!
Release is here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.2.0.0-beta
Source Code: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher
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I've released a new version of this launcher with support for background images and swipe right for Cortana! (I can't really show you it in action because I can't record from my phone at the moment but you do see her icon before the app gets launched.
Download the latest version here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.0.34.0-beta
It's my favorite launcher now!
With the recent news about Windows 10 Mobile's full root access, now is a really good time to start contributing to this app! You can contribute by adding new issues or completing those issues on GitHub.
The link to start contributing is here! : https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/issues
Hopefully, when we are able to change the start screen app, this app launcher will be filled with so many cool features with everyone's help
The link to start contributing is here! : https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/issues
Hopefully, when we are able to change the start screen app, this app launcher will be filled with so many cool features with everyone's help
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Also, a new version of the app had been released with a new, animated splash screen and app logo!
Get it here!: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.2.4.0-beta
Here is a video of the new splash screen animation!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8wl4cHV0_c
Get it here!: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.2.4.0-beta
Here is a video of the new splash screen animation!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8wl4cHV0_c
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I'm working on an update for this. Before I continue, I need your help.
If you want to help, please answer this question for me:
What do you not like about the Windows Phone Start Screen? (this includes the app list too)
If you want to help, please answer this question for me:
What do you not like about the Windows Phone Start Screen? (this includes the app list too)
Hey. It would be great if you could link all your WP apps and open them from your launcher. I'd put it on the top of my start screen ?
1. My biggest gripe about the start screen is the omission of a landscape orientation.
I've mounted both Android and WPs to car dashboards as podcast, GPS, music players, many times. Android is way better at this because of a glut of GPS Speedos and landscape.
2. Lack of live wallpapers. Especially with the rise of gyro/parallax LWPs, WP looks more and more outdated; Advanced when still competing against Android 4.1, deprecated when compared to Nougat.
New version is out now!: as well as the new search feature, there is a new visual change as well. Check my twitter here for a sneek peek. Reply to the tweet if you notice it!: https://twitter.com/colinkiama/status/970851755817873408
Link to the new release is here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases
Link to the new release is here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases
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10I managed to make an app launcher which looks like the Android/iOS home screen. I'm releasing the source code for everyone to come and create their own app launchers. The possibilities are endless!
Download the latest release here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.2.0.0-beta
WARNING: You may need to increase the page file size in order to run this app on older devices. It's a good idea to keep the page file static too.
Also, if you want to help, please contribute by submitting/completing issues. Everyone will appreciate it. Even if it's just a feature request. You can contribute here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/issues
NOTE: Many of the methods used with the PackageManager class require you to add the following restricted capabilites in your package.appxmanifest file:
packageManagement
packageQuery
I'll still be improving the code on GitHub so it's more optimised in the future but I'll let you guys do whatever you want with this. Can't wait to see what you will come up with. Enjoy!
Source Code: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher
P.S. If you like this thread, make sure you give me a high rating by clicking "Rate Thread" or that rating button at the top. Thank You3I've released a new version of this launcher with support for background images and swipe right for Cortana! (I can't really show you it in action because I can't record from my phone at the moment but you do see her icon before the app gets launched.
Download the latest version here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases/tag/v1.0.34.0-beta3New version is out now!: as well as the new search feature, there is a new visual change as well. Check my twitter here for a sneek peek. Reply to the tweet if you notice it!: https://twitter.com/colinkiama/status/970851755817873408
Link to the new release is here: https://github.com/colinkiama/UWP-App-Launcher/releases22
There are so many ways of installing this. The easiest way would be to extract the .appxbundle file from the zip and selecting this on the file explorer of your device.
In case that doesn't work, you can try installing the app using the device portal by uploading the .appxbundle file and it's dependencies. More information about the device portal is here: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/uwp/debug-test-perf/device-portal-mobile
UPDATE: You can now use my app "Package Installer" to this app instead. Thread Link: https://xdaforums.com/windows-10-mo...mes/appx-appxbundle-installer-phones-t3669665
