PuppyGit: Git Client for Android
(github.com/catpuppyapp)
PuppyGit is A Git Client for Android, Open Source and No Ads and Free to use
PuppyGit is A Git Client for Android, Open Source and No Ads and Free to use
Google turns Android into a desktop OS in 5 steps
(zdnet.com)
Merging Android and ChromeOS is a bold first step, but turning Android into a true alternative to MacOS, iPadOS, and Windows requires Google to make some big moves.
Merging Android and ChromeOS is a bold first step, but turning Android into a true alternative to MacOS, iPadOS, and Windows requires Google to make some big moves.
Google is turning Chrome OS into Android to compete with the iPad
(androidauthority.com)
A source within Google has told Android Authority that Google plans to migrate Chrome OS fully over to Android.
A source within Google has told Android Authority that Google plans to migrate Chrome OS fully over to Android.
Unexpected Keyboard – customiseable Android Keyboard with all keys available
(github.com/Julow)
Lightweight and privacy-conscious virtual keyboard for Android.
Lightweight and privacy-conscious virtual keyboard for Android.
Google sees 68% drop in Android memory safety flaws over 5 years
(bleepingcomputer.com)
The percentage of Android vulnerabilities caused by memory safety issues has dropped from 76% in 2019 to only 24% in 2024, representing a massive decrease of over 68% in five years.
The percentage of Android vulnerabilities caused by memory safety issues has dropped from 76% in 2019 to only 24% in 2024, representing a massive decrease of over 68% in five years.
Users beg for Windows 11 to keep its ability to run Android apps
(pcworld.com)
Back in 2021, when Windows 11 was first announced, there was an interesting feature called Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) that was teased, then publicly released in 2022. WSA allows users to run Android apps directly on Windows 11 PCs.
Back in 2021, when Windows 11 was first announced, there was an interesting feature called Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) that was teased, then publicly released in 2022. WSA allows users to run Android apps directly on Windows 11 PCs.
UnifiedPush: A decentralized, open-source push notification protocol (2022)
(f-droid.org)
A modern Android smartphone relies on a lot of services, from app stores and calendars to messaging and push notifications. Most of them have open alternatives, but until now, the only option for push notifications was Google’s proprietary service, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM). UnifiedPush is a new alternative that allows you to get push notifications without being tied to a single company.
A modern Android smartphone relies on a lot of services, from app stores and calendars to messaging and push notifications. Most of them have open alternatives, but until now, the only option for push notifications was Google’s proprietary service, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM). UnifiedPush is a new alternative that allows you to get push notifications without being tied to a single company.
Google's mysterious 'search.app' links leave Android users concerned
(bleepingcomputer.com)
Google has left Android users puzzled after the most recent update to the Google mobile app causes links shared from the app to now be prepended with a mysterious "search.app" domain.
Google has left Android users puzzled after the most recent update to the Google mobile app causes links shared from the app to now be prepended with a mysterious "search.app" domain.
An unusual Google Keyboard bug
(weiyen.net)
There's a subtle bug that happens when you're using Gboard (the Google keyboard) on Android on certain websites.
There's a subtle bug that happens when you're using Gboard (the Google keyboard) on Android on certain websites.
Obtainium: Get Android App Updates Directly from the Source
(imranr.dev)
Obtainium allows you to install and update apps directly from their release pages, and receive notifications when new releases are made available.
Obtainium allows you to install and update apps directly from their release pages, and receive notifications when new releases are made available.
Budget Android (€99) vs. Expensive iPhone (€1000) (2018)
(willem.com)
Every now and then, I switch phones to keep track of mobile developments. As professional app and web developer, I need to know how different devices work in real life. This time I used a budget Android smartphone, making me curious how it would compare to an expensive iPhone.
Every now and then, I switch phones to keep track of mobile developments. As professional app and web developer, I need to know how different devices work in real life. This time I used a budget Android smartphone, making me curious how it would compare to an expensive iPhone.
Winlator is an Android application that lets you to run Windows (x86_64) apps
(github.com/brunodev85)
Winlator is an Android application that lets you to run Windows (x86_64) applications with Wine and Box86/Box64.
Winlator is an Android application that lets you to run Windows (x86_64) applications with Wine and Box86/Box64.
Android Trojan that intercepts voice calls to banks just got more stealthy
(arstechnica.com)
Researchers have found new versions of a sophisticated Android financial-fraud Trojan that’s notable for its ability to intercept calls a victim tries to place to customer-support personnel of their banks.
Researchers have found new versions of a sophisticated Android financial-fraud Trojan that’s notable for its ability to intercept calls a victim tries to place to customer-support personnel of their banks.
Running Julia Code on Android with Flutter and Rust and SyslabCC (Julia AOT)
(github.com/thautwarm)
Running Julia Code on Android with Flutter (UI) & Rust (Build System) & SyslabCC (Julia AOT Compiler)
Running Julia Code on Android with Flutter (UI) & Rust (Build System) & SyslabCC (Julia AOT Compiler)
Thunderbird for Android Now Available
(thunderbird.net)
Just over two years ago, we announced our plans to bring Thunderbird to Android by taking K-9 Mail under our wing. The journey took a little longer than we had originally anticipated and there was a lot to learn along the way, but the wait is finally over! For all of you who have ever asked “when is Thunderbird for Android coming out?”, the answer is – today!
Just over two years ago, we announced our plans to bring Thunderbird to Android by taking K-9 Mail under our wing. The journey took a little longer than we had originally anticipated and there was a lot to learn along the way, but the wait is finally over! For all of you who have ever asked “when is Thunderbird for Android coming out?”, the answer is – today!
SmartTube – an advanced player for set-top boxes and TVs running Android OS
(github.com/yuliskov)
SmartTube is an advanced player for Android TVs and TV boxes, free & open source. You can play content from different public sources.
SmartTube is an advanced player for Android TVs and TV boxes, free & open source. You can play content from different public sources.
Court Orders Google (A Monopolist) to Knock It Off with the Monopoly Stuff
(eff.org)
A federal court recently ordered Google to make it easier for Android users to switch to rival app stores, banned Google from using its vast cash reserves to block competitors, and hit Google with a bundle of thou-shalt-nots and assorted prohibitions.
A federal court recently ordered Google to make it easier for Android users to switch to rival app stores, banned Google from using its vast cash reserves to block competitors, and hit Google with a bundle of thou-shalt-nots and assorted prohibitions.
ATL: A layer to run Android apps on Linux
(gitlab.com)
To learn more about this project, read the wiki.
To learn more about this project, read the wiki.
NewPipe on Linux, Using Android_translation_layer
(flathub.org)
NewPipe is a privacy-preserving YouTube frontend.
NewPipe is a privacy-preserving YouTube frontend.
SELinux bypasses
(klecko.github.io)
This post aims at giving an overview of what SELinux is, how it is implemented, and how to bypass it, from the point of view of Android kernel exploitation.
This post aims at giving an overview of what SELinux is, how it is implemented, and how to bypass it, from the point of view of Android kernel exploitation.
Ask HN: Why does Chrome Android not support extensions/plugins?
(ycombinator.com)
Chrome on Android certainly has its own code paths but it's also got shared DNA with Chrome for windows/osx both of which support plugins.
Chrome on Android certainly has its own code paths but it's also got shared DNA with Chrome for windows/osx both of which support plugins.
NetGuard – rootless Android outbound per-app OSS firewall, like LittleSnitch
(netguard.me)
NetGuard provides simple and advanced ways to block access to the internet - no root required.
NetGuard provides simple and advanced ways to block access to the internet - no root required.
Huawei makes divorce from Android official with HarmonyOS NEXT launch
(theregister.com)
Huawei formally launched its home-brewed operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT, on Wednesday, marking its official separation from the Android ecosystem.
Huawei formally launched its home-brewed operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT, on Wednesday, marking its official separation from the Android ecosystem.
Attacking the Samsung Galaxy A* Boot Chain
(quarkslab.com)
We discovered several vulnerabilities impacting the boot chain of several Samsung devices. Chained together, they allow us to execute code in the bootloader, get root access on Android with persistency, and finally leak anything from the Secure World's memory including the Android Keystore keys.
We discovered several vulnerabilities impacting the boot chain of several Samsung devices. Chained together, they allow us to execute code in the bootloader, get root access on Android with persistency, and finally leak anything from the Secure World's memory including the Android Keystore keys.
Galaxy A16 5G is here: Samsung's first cheap phone to get 6 years of updates
(androidauthority.com)
Samsung has confirmed everything about the Galaxy A16 5G.
Samsung has confirmed everything about the Galaxy A16 5G.
Google Chrome will soon block password autofills if Android phone gets stolen
(androidauthority.com)
Google Chrome for Android is preparing to add support for Identity Check, an upcoming feature that will force apps to use biometric authentication when your phone is outside of a trusted location.
Google Chrome for Android is preparing to add support for Identity Check, an upcoming feature that will force apps to use biometric authentication when your phone is outside of a trusted location.
Show HN: The Best Free Online Teleprompter?
(iphoneteleprompter.com)
The easiest way to turn your device into a teleprompter. The best FREE Teleprompter Software designed for use on iOS, iPad, Desktop, Mac, Android & more
The easiest way to turn your device into a teleprompter. The best FREE Teleprompter Software designed for use on iOS, iPad, Desktop, Mac, Android & more