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February 23, 2025

Flixfox App: Your Free Gateway to Endless Entertainment on Android

The Flixfox App is a free Android application that allows users to access a wide selection of movies and TV shows without ads or complex subscription models. It requires Android version 7.1 or newer, at least 50MB of free storage, and a stable internet connection with a recommended speed of 5Mbps. To install the app, users must enable Unknown Sources in their device settings, download the APK from the official website, and follow the installation steps. Users can create an account using social media logins, email, or mobile number registration, providing details like username, age, and gender for personalized recommendations. Key features of Flixfox include an extensive content library, HD streaming, and personalized recommendations. The app prioritizes user security through advanced encryption and does not store payment details. Flixfox offers a Basic Plan with limited access and advertisements, and a Premium Plan for a fee that includes exclusive content, ad-free viewing, and additional features. Pricing for the Premium Plan ranges from .99 monthly to .99 annually.

AppWizard

February 12, 2025

Android XR apps will have camera permissions similar to Android phones

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 will soon retire this handy Play Store feature

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.

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December 11, 2024

Google Updates Gemini AI Design on Web Interface and Android App

Google has made design modifications to its Gemini AI chatbot, improving user experience on both the web and Android app. The text field interface has been reorganized, moving the Upload Images and Plus icons to the left side, while the microphone icon is now on the far left, creating a cleaner look. The Android app now displays AI model information at the top, indicating the version in use, such as Gemini Advanced 1.5 Pro or Gemini 1.5 Flash for Pixel devices. Additionally, a new Saved Info option in the account menu allows the chatbot to retain user-specific information, redirecting users to a browser window for access.

AppWizard

December 6, 2024

Linkora: The Ultimate Open Source Tool to Organize Links on Android

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

Create an Android App Without Coding – Best No Code Builder

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

Wasting a lot of time watching Shorts and Reels? This app puts you back in control.

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.

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November 15, 2024

Seal: A Nifty Open Source Android App to Download YouTube Video and Audio

The landscape of video consumption has shifted towards online streaming platforms like YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, and Hulu, making local storage of videos less common. Users often prefer to download practical videos such as DIY guides and educational content for offline access, especially with creator consent. Seal is an Android application designed for downloading YouTube videos, built on the yt-dlp framework. Users can paste a video link, customize download settings, and track download progress. Seal supports features like downloading entire playlists and subtitles, but it can only run one download at a time. The app is available for download on F-Droid, with its APK and source code on GitHub.

AppWizard

November 8, 2024

Godfather Is A Risk To Android Users Worldwide As 500 Apps Targeted

A new variant of the Godfather banking trojan is targeting over 500 Android banking and cryptocurrency applications globally. Initially focused in the U.S., U.K., and Europe, its reach has expanded to countries including Azerbaijan, Greece, Japan, and Singapore. The malware has transitioned from Java to native code, enhancing its ability to exploit Android’s accessibility services and mimic user actions through gesture automation commands. It employs social engineering tactics, such as a fraudulent website posing as the official MyGov site of the Australian Government, to distribute malicious files. Once installed, the malware communicates with a control server, collects device information, and replaces legitimate banking applications with phishing pages to steal credentials. The Godfather malware has become more difficult to analyze and poses a significant threat to users worldwide.

AppWizard

September 28, 2024

Crypto Scam App Disguised as WalletConnect Steals $70K in Five-Month Campaign

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a malicious Android application on the Google Play Store that has stolen approximately 0,000 in cryptocurrency from users over nearly five months. The app, disguised as the legitimate WalletConnect protocol, was identified by Check Point and had over 10,000 downloads due to fake reviews and consistent branding. Around 150 users are believed to have been affected, although not all who downloaded the app were targeted. The app operated under various names, including "Mestox Calculator" and "WalletConnect - Airdrop Wallet." It has since been removed from the Play Store but can still be accessed through third-party app stores. The malware, known as MS Drainer, prompts users to connect their wallets and authorize transactions, allowing attackers to withdraw funds. If victims do not revoke permissions, attackers can continue to drain assets from their wallets. Another malicious app, "Walletconnect | Web3Inbox," was also identified, which had over 5,000 downloads.