So, I have been exploring many similar questions across website (this, this and this and many more). People wanting to implement their own custom lock screen (not talking about widgets). So far there have been two implementation techniques which users are using.
Home Screen Replacement. In this technique its suggested to create a home screen application, where after unlock logic the default screen shows up. I believe that in this situation developer has to disable Home, Search, Menu and Back button when the lock screen is visible and to implement the Screen off-on logic.
An application. In this technique a normal app is made where after unlock logic the default screen shows up. I believe that in this situation developer has to disable Home, Search, Menu and Back button when the lock screen is visible and to implement the Screen off-on logic.
Now, I don't understand that what is the difference between two approaches? StackOverflow community seems to stress more on the home screen replacement technique. I am very new to Android development so I might be missing some aspect about it. Please suggest that which approach should I use and why? (also, which is easy?).
Thanks so much!
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