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> The icon-based home screen is showing it's age and will need a revolution rather than an evolution.

Right. Anything can be accessed so quickly a home screen should be more contextual than static app icons.

Well, they're half way there with the "force"-push shortcut actions on icons. It's a good idea even if discovery is a little bad. That was easier to add however since it really doesn't interfere with existing users. Changing how the home screen looks for everyone might be perceived as risky.

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