Android application

AppWizard
April 2, 2025
Mullvad has introduced a multihop feature in its Android application that allows users to route their internet traffic through two distinct servers, enhancing online security and privacy. This feature creates a "tunnel within a tunnel," where data is transmitted through both an entry server and an exit server. By selecting servers in different jurisdictions, users can complicate the tracing of their data. The multihop service provides a higher level of privacy and security, as adversaries would need to execute timing attacks across multiple locations if one server is compromised. Mullvad operates under robust legal protections in Sweden and follows a strict no-logs policy, ensuring user activity is not recorded or retained.
AppWizard
February 12, 2025
In December of last year, Google introduced Android XR, an extended reality operating system for virtual and mixed reality headsets, with a commercial launch planned for 2025. Samsung is developing a headset for this platform, called Project Moohan, and Google’s DeepMind subsidiary is creating a pair of smart glasses. Android XR app developers can request camera permissions similar to those on Android smartphones, allowing access to both world-facing and selfie cameras. Unlike Meta’s Quest 3 and Apple’s Vision Pro, which do not allow third-party camera access, Android XR will enable developers to access the living room feed through the headset's cameras to enhance mixed-reality applications. Developers can also request access to "Scene Understanding" features, including light estimation and advanced tracking capabilities for hand movements. Basic hand tracking functionalities will be available by default, with further details expected from Google soon.
AppWizard
December 17, 2024
Google is discontinuing the Share apps feature on its Play Store, which allowed users to share applications with nearby individuals using Quick Share. Introduced in 2022, this feature had limitations, such as the inability to share paid applications, books, movies, age-restricted apps, or corporate applications. The retirement was confirmed in the December release notes for version 44.1 of the Play Store. Users can still share Android applications using the Files by Google app with Quick Share. The removal of the Play Store's app sharing option will be gradual.
AppWizard
December 6, 2024
Linkora is a FOSS Android application developed using Kotlin that helps users manage and organize links in one accessible location. It allows users to add links easily, categorize them into folders, and offers features such as archiving, copying, sharing, and searching for links. Users can create new panels for specific topics and customize their viewing experience with different layout options. The app supports data migration in JSON and HTML formats and is available for installation on F-Droid, with its source code hosted on GitHub.
AppWizard
December 3, 2024
Platforms like Yourmodule allow users to create apps without coding skills. Yourmodule offers a user-friendly interface, customization options, and useful features such as push notifications. Users can select from various templates and utilize drag-and-drop tools for app development. The platform provides scalability and support resources, making it accessible for entrepreneurs and small business owners. The app creation process is streamlined for ease of use, allowing users to preview their app before publishing it on the Google Play Store.
AppWizard
November 29, 2024
Sane Scrolling is an Android app developed by IJagan that blocks short-form videos on platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram while allowing access to features like direct messaging and feeds. Users can set timers to limit their video consumption, and once the timer expires, they can watch an ad for additional viewing time. The app includes advertisements, and a payment is required to block videos across multiple apps. In-app purchases are one-time fees, not subscriptions. The free version allows timer extensions through ads, while paid users incur an extra fee for extensions. Future updates may introduce features like per-app timers and the ability to block scrolling through feeds.
Search