Recently, Google, in its annual developer festival I/O 2017, rolled out Android O Developer Preview 2. Design was the major takeaway along with host of other features people are talking about on social media. So now everyone wants to download Android O on their Android devices. Well, you can always experience Pixel Launcher that was introduced with Android O Developer Preview.
Thanks to XDA Developers community, whose capability in providing Android smartphones with new features, is beyond doubt. Time and again, this community has helped Android users with some software elements, which are meant for a particular smartphone or a software version. With XDA Developers community’s efforts, you can now download and install Android O launcher.
You can use ‘backport’ to install the launcher, which is made available by XDA Developers community. Before you go ahead, you are required to enable the option to install apps from unknown sources on your device; moreover, your phone must be running Android 6.0.1 or later version.
How to Download and Install Android O Pixel Launcher
Step #1: Open Settings on your Android phone.
Step #2: Now tap on Security.
Step #3: Next, you need to toggle Unknown Sources ON.
Step #4: Open this link to download Android O Pixel launcher.
Step #5: Once download is completed, locate the APK files and tap.
Step #6: Finally, tap on Install.
It is done! You can now experience Android O on your device without downloading an official patch of the OS. Once you start using Android O, don’t forget to thank XDA developer community.
If your Android device is powered by Nougat 7.1 or later, you can enjoy some extra features like adding app shortcuts by long pressing icons on home screen. Many users have found a technical glitch after downloading this APK; they noticed a blue background in the app drawer for a couple of moments. This issue will be taken care of in the next update.
Also Check: How to Install Android O on Google Pixel or Nexus Phone
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