APK Version Of Android O Pixel Launcher Now Available For Download

Latest updates reveal that the Pixel launcher has been extracted from the recently released Android O developer preview update. The unofficial version of the Launcher has been made available by a member of the XDA Developers community named Linuxct.

According to reports, the new version of the Pixel Launcher for Android devices is amazing even though the issue of bugs cannot be totally excluded. It is believed that this is a great opportunity for users to enjoy the amazing features of the new update on their android devices.

But it is reported that interested users should tread with caution as the latest version of the new launcher don't work properly on every device. As fan already know, it also does not work well on tablets. According to Slash Gear, the new version of the Android O Pixel Launcher was released, it was connected to a developer's Android O preview software build.

The report also noted that it is believed that the new APK file is safe for interested users to download because the connection on the new version was lifted by the developer in order to allow people try it. It is reported by Valuewalk that the APK version of the launcher is not the complete Pixel Launcher, even though it allows users to interact well with it, but it is also important for fans to note that it is a part of the next Android experience.

The report also states the new version is limited compared to the official version since the APK version was extracted from the original launcher. However, Android users who are interested in downloading the APK version of the new launcher should simply go to XDA Developers and tap on the DOWNLOAD button. It is reported that there is a side note on the download to help visitors with development.

Users who try to run the app but got a negative response, or if it force-closes, are advised to wait for some minutes and then try again. Other reports note that for users to get the download to work well, they would have to side-load the APK file by following the tips provided by the developer.

"First is that, since I signed the APK with my own key, you need to remove all previous versions to be able to install it. Placing it as a system app also enables you Google Now in the left panel," Linuxct said. Secondly, He stated that the app will generate a file known as reflection engine the first time users try to open it.

The reflection engine is required by the Pixel Launcher, but since the PL is not available, the app forcefully exits. He said users should wait for a minute and try again to open it then it should work. Read More: Samsung Galaxy S8 Weather App Now Available For Galaxy S7