Nova Launcher gets a new owner and... ads

Nova Launcher has been sold to Instabridge, and the new owners are adding ads to the launcher's app drawer in the free version. Check it out!
Android Police

Nova Launcher’s creator steps away, leaving its future in doubt

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...
Android Authority

This is the best Nova Launcher alternative

Many regard Nova Launcher as one of the best app launchers for Android phones. Period. Recently, the app has faced a series of troubles. In 2022, the launcher was purchased by analytics company Branch ...
Android

Nova Launcher dev team layoffs jeopardize app's future

A developer who worked on Nova Launcher has confirmed layoffs. The company that acquired Nova Launcher has laid off nearly the entire team that worked on the popular launcher since its early days. The ...
Ars Technica

Nova Launcher, savior of cruft-filled Android phones, is on life support

Back in July 2022, when mobile app metrics firm Branch acquired the popular and well-regarded Nova Launcher for Android, the app’s site put up one of those self-directed FAQ posts about it. Under the ...