The Search for an AOSP Developer Community.

At the recent Linux Plumbers Conference, Chris Simmonds, who organizes the bi-monthly AOSP and AAOS meetup, did a talk about the need for an AOSP Developer Community.

There are a lot of great online and offline communities for Android app developers, but nothing of the sort exists for Android platform developers, which is a big shame.

The closest thing for me is a few Telegram/Discord groups I hang out in, but none are open to the public or really focused on AOSP discussions.

I support this effort and look forward to helping foster a new AOSP developer community! If you're an Android platform developer who wants to be involved, let me know!

Breaking: the Judge in the Epic v Google case has just issued his final ruling, which states that Google must open up its Play Store catalog to 3P app stores and distribute those 3P app stores within Google Play.

The judge also ruled that Google can't require Google Play app billing, stop developers from telling users about other ways to pay, stop developers from linking to alternative distribution methods, and more.

These are HUGE changes, the implications of which will be massive to Google's Play Store business.

Highly recommend reading The Verge's coverage for the full breakdown!

Google has announced that they are appealing this decision and asking the court to pause Epic's requested changes to the Play Store and Android.

Google Will Track Your Location 'Every 15 Minutes'–'Even with GPS Disabled'
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uBlock Origin supports filtering CNAME cloaking sites on Firefox now
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Wigle.net: All the networks, found by everyone
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Here is where the DOJ talks about Android, Chrome, and Play in the recently unsealed "PLAINTIFFS’ PROPOSED REMEDY FRAMEWORK" document.

Community is at the core of open-source! 🤓 🤝

https://news.itsfoss.com/open-source-community/

μLauncher

µLauncher is an Android home screen that lets you launch apps using swipe gestures and button presses. It is minimal, efficient and free of distraction. Your home screen only displays the date, time and a wallpaper. Pressing back or swiping up (this can be configures) opens a list of all installed apps, which can be searched efficiently.

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🏷 Tags: #Android #Customization

Grit

A simple ToDo list and Habit Tracker

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🏷 Tags: #Android #Productivity

JsonList

A Material You Android application for previewing JSON files in a user-friendly list format.

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Camaleon has arrived!

🎨Substratum Iris and Eclipse themes on an Iconify-based theme engine, with which you can easily customize the user interface.

⚙️ Requirements:
- Android 12-14 Pixel or AOSP based ROM.
- Magisk.
- LSPosed (optional for Android 14 only).
- Unlocker from Google Play (paid).

🔧 How to install?:
- Install and open the app.
- Grant permissions.
- Tap the install button and wait for the app to finish.
- Reboot and enjoy!

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🔥 Up to 30% off until October 10th to celebrate the launch!

*If you have already purchased the Iris and Eclipse substratum themes (more than one theme), please submit your purchase ID or the related email address to get Camaleon for free!

🙏 Special thanks to @DrDisagree for opening the way for this app based on his work!

📒 Contact:
arzjo.design+camaleon@gmail.com
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MediLog

Privacy respecting logging of blood pressure, oxygen, glucose, temperature, weight, water intake, as well as a simple diary. Includes ways to securely share the sensitive data with medical staff if and when required.

🔗 Links:
- Download from: CodeBerg, IzzyOnDroid or F-Droid
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🏷 Tags: #Android #Utilities #Health

Timed Shutdown Android app (No Root)

An app for android that will automatically shutdown your phone after a timer without needing root access. This app uses the accessiblity permission to emulate the power off gestures.

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A free and open internet shouldn't come at the expense of privacy
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Just throwing this link, if people find topic interesting enough to discuss about...

https://matrix.org/blog/2024/09/whatsapp-dma/

Google is preparing a BIG multitasking upgrade for Android 16!

They're working on a new feature that lets you put ANY app in a floating bubble. This works especially great on tablets when combined with the bubble bar!

🔗Full details + demo video can be found in my article for Android Authority.

Here's a first look at Priority Modes, the supercharged version of Do Not Disturb mode in Android 16!

You can create custom modes and toggle them from a new Quick Settings tile.

🔗 Screenshots + details on Priority Mode can be found in my latest article.

YouTube is testing a new video player UI on Android that some users feel is too cluttered.

I'm curious to hear what y'all think, though.

I've got a screenshot comparison of this new UI over on Android Authority.