From the Dark Side
by Tiny Ruisch
I’ve been using Lap App Switcher (LAS) for about two weeks now. This is one of those programs that doesn’t seem to be real great; however, when you use it for a while it becomes almost indispensable.
In the programmer’s description, LAS compares itself to the “last channel” button on your TV remote. I think that description is most appropriate. What this app does is keep a floating notification bubble open. When you tap on it, it will take you back to the last app that you had open.
Over the course of the day, I probably tap it at least fifty times. It is so much easier and faster than pressing the last apps button on my phone and then selecting the correct item from the list of active programs. It seems like it only saves a little time but throughout the day it adds up.
LAS is highly customizable. The developers have also added alternate methods to use this app in case you’re not a fan of the floating button. The floating button can be re-sized. Its transparency can be changed. What I have found to be the most useful feature is that you can easily place it anywhere on your screen.
The application is easy on the battery and uses very little memory. There is no advertising nor in app purchases. The developer seems to be responsive to comments.
I think that there will be no in between for this app. Users will either love it or hate it. I am in the love it column. The app is free in the Google Play Store. I personally would pay to use it.
Download Last App Switcher here.