Start App for Android Review
If you think your phone’s lock screen is a dull affair altogether, try out Start app for Android. Developed by Celltick, the app allows users to transforms your not-so-lively lock screen into a dynamic start screen. Using Start Android app, you can directly launch apps and plugins straight off your lock screen. You can download Start app for free.
Start App Features
Start app for Android is personalization app that goes way beyond the usual concept of lock screens. Apart from locking/unlocking your screen, it let you launch apps/plug-ins straight off the lock screen. This make is it possible for users to launch the important apps and view the updates from your favorite blogs/websites without having to unlock the screen. The UI is smooth and responsive.
After you install Android Start app, launch it and wait for it to configure its default settings. Now, everything is set and you can lock your phone screen just the way you does usually. The app will replace your phone’s lock screen and you can customize it according to your preferences. Once enabled, simply long press and drag the control ring to any app that you wish to open. To unlock, simply press the lock button and slide it to the control ring. You can set it to launch as much as 24 apps. By default, it displays the most recently used apps. The lock screen also displays the current time, date and remaining battery level.
To prop up its looks, you can customize its appearance by choosing a different theme and image background. For image background, you can use your own photo or pictures. Apart from the above mentioned features, you can have four plugins on your lock screen. The default ones are search, gallery, weather and RSS feeds. You can replace the default ones with you own plug-ins. Start app is compatible with Android OS versions 2.2 and up.
Conclusion
Start app for Android is a great personalization tool to replace your rather dull looking lock screen. In fact with this utility, you can do more with your lock screen than before such as launching apps and quick access to plug-ins. The UI is intuitive, responsive and stable. Customization options come handy. Verdict: Check this out if you’re not so impressed with the look and feel of your current lock screen.
Category: Free Android Apps
