Admittedly, 2016 was a year full of Android-related surprises as well as news. From the exploding note 7 to the release of Android Nougat, 2016 provided us many things to be interested in.
However, one of the things that never stops to excite in the OS, is the ever increasing number of applications on PlayStore. I understand that for many people it’s extremely difficult to even keep track of the very best apps that were released this year. For that reason, we are going to provide you with a listing of what we believe to be the very best apps of 2016. We are going to present the apps by classification (e.g. Launchers, Games) so feel free to avoid to the parts of the article that rate of interest you the most. Finally, note that if a specific classification or app has been reviewed before we will provide a link to a more extensive evaluation in the respective category.
We are going to present the apps by classification (e.g. Launchers, Games) so feel free to avoid to the parts of the article that rate of interest you the most. Finally, note that if a specific classification or app has been reviewed before we will provide a link to a more extensive evaluation in the respective category. This is going to be your only stop in order to discover the very best Android apps of 2016.
Disclaimer: Many of these applications weren’t released in 2016. However, they still were among the very best in their respective categories.
1. Launchers
Along the release of Android Nougat, we saw lots of new launchers trying to offer the Nougat experience. Of course, a few of the already established Launchers tried to comply with suit, as well, by implementing appropriate personalization options. Was that sufficient to secure a location for them on this list?
Google now Launcher
Of course, Google’s launcher is as close as it gets to the Nougat experience. For the purists as well as very little enthusiasts, this is most likely the very best choice. You may notice that Pixel’s launcher is somewhat different. If you want to get a taste of what a Pixel offers, you can instead download the respective launcher here.
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Arrow Launcher
Although Microsoft’s launcher was released in late 2015 it didn’t pick up the pace up until after Q1 of 2016. offering virtually limitless personalization choices as well as some unique features, Arrow is a breath of fresh air in the PlayStore. From the number of downloads, it is obvious that many people prefer something different that just the Nougat experience.
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Solo Launcher
Solo has been around for many years as well as the stating “old however gold” totally fits it. Its diy function is unique as well as provides you permission to totally transform the launcher to your liking. In situation you don’t utilize it then you will surely requirement different themes as well as icon packs to achieve what diy does. If that’s the situation see the classification below.
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Nova Launcher (Honorable Mention)
Nova is on every end Year listing I’ve ever read. It might quickly go into this list, as well, because of its virtually limitless personalization as well as theming options. However, its steep discovering curve is what kept Nova off the 3 very first places. If you are thinking about producing your own unique style the Nova is all you would requirement (and yes, Nova Prime is a smart investment). See the classification below to get more ideas.
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2. Themes/Icon Packs
In order to totally transform your phone, you will most likely requirement one or more apps from this category. before you continue, however, make sure that you have a customizable launcher such as Nova (from the listing above).
Pixel icon Pack
Ok, we get it. a few of you obsess about whatever Google related. If you are on your method to make your phone Pixel-like then you will requirement this icon Pack. Vanilla Android to the core.
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Lines icon Pack
Minimal as well as breathtaking. Lines icon pack needs (as I already mentioned) a custom launcher such as Nova however the result is absolutely worth it.
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Zooper Widget (Widget producing App)
Any style is incomplete without a custom widget or two. As a result, you absolutely requirement Zooper Widget wich offers customizable widgets without needing a custom launcher. For an extensive evaluation as well as guide about exactly how to produce your own widget follow this link.
3. Games
2016 was a fantastic year for gaming. Don’t fail to remember that PokemonGo was released this year, breaking every understood download-related record. This was likewise the very first year that I played that much with my smartphone. Below, I will show you the games that I enjoyed the most in 2016. In situation your viewpoint is different from mine, then its all good. checked out the links below as well as see if you discover a game that suites you thernullnull