AIO Launcher is one of the coolest minimal Android launchers I've used - and it's free

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I've tested so many Android launchers that they eventually started looking similar. Many of these tools were variations on a worn-out theme, and on occasion one would rise above the rest (as was the case with Octopi Launcher ).

But every once in a while, I long for a launcher that gives me a minimalist feel, without stripping away the entire feature set. I've searched high and low for such a launcher. It took me long enough, but I finally found what I've been looking for: AIO Launcher.

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The official website describes AIO Launcher as such:

AIO Launcher is not an ordinary home screen. It does not have colorful icons, excessive animation, or a wide variety of themes. Instead, AIO Launcher uses screen space to show you the most important information.

I would add that AIO Launcher also shows you information in a pretty cool way. And although the tool might not have an abundance of themes, what it does have is as good-looking as any theme on any Android launcher I've used.

So long as you deem minimal as good-looking (as I do).

Imagine if instead of having the typical app drawer, notification, shade, and icons on your home launcher, you were presented with information (such as storage space and battery percentage) and quick access to features you need, such as timers, frequent apps, your mailbox, tasks, news feed, calendar, and more.

With AIO Launcher, all that information is at your fingertips (or thumb, if you use your device one-handed). This launcher is ideal for those who want their home screen to be more informative than simplistic.

Even after only a few minutes using AIO Launcher, I decided it had to be my default (after only having purchased the full version of Octopi Launcher a couple of weeks ago).

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The difference between AIO Launcher and more standard launchers is that AIO is focused more on accessing information and less on apps. To that end, you can't pin apps to the home screen. You can, however, swipe left or right within the Frequent apps widget to view categories, such as Social & Communication and Productivity.

A full list of installed apps can be accessed by swiping right from the left edge of the display.