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    Android Saturday APPreciation (Jul 04 2020) - Your weekly app recommendation/request thread!

    July 04, 2020

    Android Saturday APPreciation (Jul 04 2020) - Your weekly app recommendation/request thread!

    Saturday APPreciation (Jul 04 2020) - Your weekly app recommendation/request thread!

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 04:11 AM PDT

    Note 1. Check out our apps wiki for previous threads and apps curated by the reddit Android community!

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    This weekly Saturday thread is for:
    * App promotion,
    * App praise/sharing

    Rules:

    1) If you are a developer, you may promote your own app ONLY under the bolded, distinguished moderator comment. Users: if you think someone is trying to bypass this rule by promoting their app in the general thread, click the report button so we can take a look!

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    [TIPS] Getting the best out of Android

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 02:04 AM PDT

    I have compiled a set of tweaks that I have done over time to get the best out of my Android. This includes getting rid of ads, reducing bloatware, focusing on privacy, getting more performance and battery life. Most of this are focused on non-rooted phones, there are better alternatives if you are rooted.

    Feel free to add your own tips below and I will add them here.

    1. Debloating: Many OEMs will have a lot of apps preloaded like Facebook, Microsoft, Google apps, and their own apps. These can be removed through ADB. This is safe and can be reinstalled easily if needed.
      Enable developer options by clicking the build number seven times and enable USB Debugging. Install ADB on your PC, connect your phone to PC and run adb shell pm list packages to list all your packages.
      To remove a package run adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 <package\_name>. You can find a list of bloatware list for your device / OEM from xda-developers (Eg. Note 10 bloatware list)

    2. Privacy:

      1. App permissions: App permissions are bundled under a single category now under Android-10. Permissions can be removed for apps that don't need them. Or better, removing permissions can be automated with Bouncer
      2. More privacy options can be found in settings / app-settings through which you can turn off personalized ads.
      3. Disposable email-ids: Temporary email addresses can be created with apps like Temp Mail if an app or website forces you to login.
      4. Use password managers and two factor authentications (Bitwarden and andOTP) for secure logins.
      5. Prefer open-source alternatives instead of apps that collect your personal data.
      6. Firewall: I recommend Netguard. This blocks Internet access to apps that can function without internet (like Calculator, Camera, Gallery, Video / Music players). Netguard can also block ads and trackers (see below).

    3. Ad-blocking: Before getting into this, I'd suggest buying a pro-version or supporting the developer directly whenever possible.

      1. There are ad-blocking apps like Blokada / DNS66 that uses VPN to block ads system-wide. There are many hosts file around internet that can block Ads, Trackers, etc.
      2. If you are using Netguard, from above, there is a github version of it that supports ad-blocking as well (https://github.com/M66B/NetGuard/blob/master/ADBLOCKING.md)
      3. If you prefer to do this without VPN, devices above Android-9 supports Private DNS in settings. (Having dns.adguard.com as your private DNS will block ads system-wide)

    4. Performance and battery:

      1. Frequently clearing an app from Recents menu will make it load again and consume more battery.
      2. Automation apps like Bixby Routines / Tasker can be used to enhance battery life / performance, like
        1. Turn off Mobile Data / Location when you're connected to Home Wifi network.
        2. Turn off Data-Sync when phone is not charging.
        3. Turn on Battery saver at night.
        4. Turn on Locations only when you open an app that needs it (like Google maps, Uber, etc.)
      3. Turning off background Wifi Scanning, Automatically download software updates can improve Battery life.
      4. Turn off Digital Wellbeing by removing it from Usage Data Access, if you're not using it.
      5. Don't use aggressive battery savers, they would cause more drain. Android's default Doze is good enough IMO.
      6. Prefer Dark / Black themes especially when you have OLED displays.
      7. Disable Fast charging whenever you can.
      8. Keep your battery within 80% - 20% to prolong battery life.

    5. Other tips:

      1. Use Youtube Vanced instead of default youtube app. This blocks all ads and allows Background playback, PiP mode and a cool AMOLED black theme.
      2. Google Opinion Rewards is a neat way to earn Google Play credits that can be used for play store purchases.
      3. If you have a Samsung phone, check out GoodLock suite of apps. They are made by Samsung and offer crazy levels of customization. Also Hex installer is cool if you're into customization.
      4. Reducing animation scale in Developer options will make your phone feel more responsive if you have older phones.
      5. If you don't use Google assistant, disable Microphone access to google app and remove it from Device Assistant app from Settings->App->Default Apps.
      6. Using Your phone for Windows or KDE Connect for Linux can make things seamless between Phone and PC.
      7. If your phone has NFC, it can be used to automate lot of things by tapping on NFC tags like Turning on WiFi when you enter home, Unlock your PC by having a Tag near it, Having a bed time routine with a Tag on your bed, etc. Check out NFC Tools for more.
      8. Hermit can replace many apps like Facebook, Twitter, Amazon with their web versions.
      9. Firefox Send can be used to send files < 2GB to anyone through a link.
      10. Replace chrome with Kiwi browser or Firefox, they are open-source and support extensions.
      11. Install and enable ADB on your PC and always allow debugging for your phone from your PC. This will come in handy when your display is broken, by controlling screen with srcpy.

    PS - Be careful when uninstalling system apps. Use a recommended debloat list for your device if you're not sure.

    I will be adding more tips here. Suggestions are welcome.

    submitted by /u/vignesh188
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    The Bifurcation Of Android

    Posted: 03 Jul 2020 12:25 PM PDT

    Comparing Samsung Health to Google Fit in terms of how the initial header space is used (ads)

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 04:44 AM PDT

    I just wanted to show how the limited vertical space is used in the top part of the Samsung Health app in comparison to Google Fit.

    I just highlighted the aspect that caught my eye, namely using the space to show an ad versus actually showing useful information relevant to the current times for our health.

    (Note that the Google fit health advice goes slightly below.

    https://imgur.com/a/Wd2V98J

    Full screenshots if anyone wants to compare :)

    Samsung Health: https://imgur.com/a/6WF7LEB
    Google Fit: https://imgur.com/a/uu0XvrV

    submitted by /u/Sovereign108
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    Retailers claim Nokia 8.3 5G availability in the months of July/September

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 01:49 AM PDT

    Samsung Galaxy A51 5G review

    Posted: 03 Jul 2020 01:13 PM PDT

    The Google Pixel C was the best Android tablet ever made

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 03:38 AM PDT

    This is why the OnePlus Nord isn't coming to the US

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 03:13 AM PDT

    Hey Google, how about making the Assistant work INSIDE your proprietary apps?

    Posted: 03 Jul 2020 06:56 AM PDT

    I have small hands and a Note 9, which is kinda big. I can use it one-handed most of the times, but when I'm scrolling in Chrome for example and I want to open a new tab, I gotta use both hands to reach the upper right corner. It's not a big deal and I know there's a build in workaround from Samsung (the one handed mode), but wouldn't it be nice if I could just fire up the Assistant and tell it to open a new tab?

    I think this is 100% doable and I don't understand why it hasn't been done yet. If you're inside one of Google's apps, the Assistant knows this and will take commands inside that app. Refresh the page, scroll up/down, bookmark and so on. Could also work in YouTube for adding videos to Favorites, pause, replay, etc.

    Obviously it would also work for general purpose commands such as "tell me the weather", even if you're browsing in Chrome or any other app.

    submitted by /u/misterkairos
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    HTC Inspire 4G retrospective review: My first Android desire

    Posted: 03 Jul 2020 11:33 AM PDT

    Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate retrospective review: My first Android phone

    Posted: 03 Jul 2020 07:40 AM PDT

    Google finally made me LOVE the Pixel 4 XL

    Posted: 04 Jul 2020 01:27 AM PDT
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