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Does open source launchers help?
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this post was submitted on 04 Sep 2026
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I pretty happy with this: https://f-droid.org/packages/com.eblan.launcher/ It have all i need, also double click to lock screen. No need to use any hardware buttons. Also easy on battery and have enough of customisation.
Just be aware that the double tap to lock feature requires elevated permissions, which may compromise security. Whether or not that matters to you depends on your threat level.
I use fdroid open source app to have more security. Apps from google play much more unsecure. It's not about elevated rights! One of google lie.