Android Stack

Updated 16 Aug 2019

After a 6-year hiatus, I'm back on Android. It's a free, super low-power phone. Let's see how it goes.

Looking For

  1. Simple widget for homescreen that just says the estimated remaining battery time.
  2. Better private keyboard.

Launcher Evie Launcher

Switched from Apex Launcher. The search was much needed and it feels lighter and faster.

Keyboard: Fleksy

WAY better prediction system, good GIF support, AND all your typing stays local == PRIVACY.

Previously: AnySoftKeyboard - Open-source for safety! Bad recommendations and GIF search.

Messaging: Signal

Having trouble with group MMS but I like Signal a lot. I wish Telegram could be my default though (no SMS support).

Browser: DuckDuckGo

The privacy and the search are great. Where are the new tab bookmarks from the iPhone version?!

Podcasts: Podcast Republic

This app is a godsend. It has episode search and a "Mark All Previous As Read" option which is just -chef's kiss-. It's much quicker in the podcast lookup too. I'm a huge fan.

Trying Out

The Rest