After more than 10 years with iPhones and iOS, I recently switched to a Google Pixel and am giving the Android operating system a go for the first time.
I’m enjoying it so far, but for an unexpected reason. Android is known for allowing significant customisation compared to iOS, especially at the operating system level (e.g., the Home screen). In exploring customisation options I came across an app called ‘Minimalist Phone’ that transforms the Home screen into a simple, elegant user interface.
Instead of seeing a wall of colourful tiles and being lured into browsing a host of different apps, the Minimalist Phone uses a combination of monochrome colours, shortcuts, and search functionality to help you get to apps only when you need them.
I’ve been using Minimalist for almost a week now and don’t see myself going back. If you’ve got an Android phone and try it out, let me know what you think!
Here’s what my Home screen looks like now.
