Hey Android folks,

I’m excited to share Cascade Launcher, a completely free and open-source launcher with zero ads.

The Backstory Cascade is built on top of the excellentMLauncher. While I really liked the original, I felt the settings were becoming a bit complex and I really wanted a launcher that utilized Android core components (like native settings) rather than custom implementations.

So, I decided to rewrite a large portion of it with a focus on pure optimization, speed, and native feel.

Key Philosophy I wanted something like Niagara Launcher but fully open source. It’s a list-based launcher designed to get you to your apps instantly.

Features

• Simple & Fast: Rewritten for better performance.
• Privacy Friendly: Free, Open Source, No Ads.
• List Layout: Minimalist scrolling list.
• Drawer Organization: Sort by Category.
• Management: Hide apps and rename apps easily.

⚠️ Note on Widgets: There is currently support for one widget, but please note that it is still very buggy/experimental. I am working on fixing this, but wanted to get the core launcher out to you first.

Download

• Play Store Open Beta: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/app.wazabe.mlauncher
• F-Droid: Soon
• APK / GitHub: Soon

I’d love to hear your feedback or bug reports. I’m planning more customization in the future, but the goal is to keep it lightweight!

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