Microsoft’s new launcher is its boldest move to take over your Android phone
Image Source: Microsoft Microsoft can’t beat Google and Android in the mobile game when it comes to market share or hardware sales, but it’s relentlessly developing software solutions – and purchasing interesting apps – that will give it a major presence in the mobile world. Such is the case with a new Android launcher that’s available to download from the Google Play store. First seen in beta in late July, the Arrow launcher is available for anyone to download free of charge. As Microsoft explains it, Arrow is supposed to offer instant access to the apps you use most, but also to your favorite contacts, pressing reminders and recent relevant items (photos, file downloads, app installs, dropped calls, and others), and most important settings. “Arrow makes it easy to find, launch and get back to your favorite apps, keep in touch with friends, and stay on top of the important things in your life. Arrow learns from you – the more y...