Looks like Facebook Home is unofficially dead
Facebook has reportedly dismantled its team working on Facebook Home, its Android homescreen replacement. According to a statement provided by Facebook, however, Home is still supported by the company.
Samsung’s Android homescreen app charts new terrain
There’s a new homescreen app available for all current Android phones. It’s called Terrain and it’s made by Samsung.
Facebook Home for Android gets a new and improved version
Facebook Home, the custom Android launch app, is still alive and kicking although that might surprise you. The newest version is now available and brings a few navigation improvements as well as an easier way to connect accounts.
Sorry UK, Facebook won’t be sharing the HTC First with you after all
The HTC First with Facebook Home pre-installed was set to launch in the U.K. next month but that’s not going to happen. EE says Facebook has decided to cancel the launch and focus on the Facebook Home software.
Report: AT&T to discontinue HTC First Facebook phone
Reports are surfacing that AT&T plans to discontinue Facebook’s HTC First phone, which just launched last month. The carrier had already dropped the price of the phone to 99 cents, it announced last week, and could spell bad news for Facebook’s mobile plans.
Facebook responds to low ratings for Home with planned tweaks to the app
Facebook has responded to some low reviews of the Facebook Home app, announcing a few planned changes to the app in the coming months to address user concerns.
Android this week: Facebook Home impresses; Small slates sell big; Galaxy Note 8.0 arrives
A quick tour of Facebook Home leads to a positive experience. When it comes to tablets, watch the small slate space targeted: it’s a growing market. And the new $399 Galaxy Note 8.0 looks good on video.
First impressions of Facebook Home for Android are a surprising “Like”
Facebook Home arrived in the Google Play store as planned. What wasn’t planned however, was the surprisingly good experience and well designed software. Here’s my first look and impressions.
Facebook Messenger update brings Chat Heads to most Android phones
Good news for those that want a better Facebook experience on their Android, but don’t want to give Facebook full control of their home screen. Chat Heads is available in Messenger for devices Android 2.2 and up.
That was quick: HomeBase Social is an unofficial Facebook Home launcher
Launchers are nothing new to Android, having been around for a few years now. That’s why I’m not surprised a Facebook Home style launcher is already available in the Google Play store.