I’ve used Android launchers of all shapes and sizes, including those built specifically for multi-screen devices, some that prioritize quick access to widgets, and others with truly curious navigation philosophies. However, my latest subject expands on an idea immortalized by phones of the early 2000s: the T9 keypad.
If you’re not sure what that is, open your phone’s dialer right now. See those 10 numbers and accompanying letters? These were originally printed on devices with physical buttons. You’ll still find this layout used on modern dumb phones, as it’s hugely efficient in terms of space utilization and typing experience. But beyond dialer apps, they no longer have a place on touchscreen keyboard smartphones.
