KeepOn

A lightweight open source Android utility that lets you keep your device screen on for a chosen duration directly from Quick Settings. KeepOn is completely ad-free, works offline, and automatically restores your default screen timeout when the screen turns off. It also integrates with automation tools like Tasker for advanced control.

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- Releases: GitHub • F-Droid • PlayStore
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #android #utility #tools #automation #privacy #opensource

I’ve got a small update for you guys.

So Google finally explained things a bit better. Earlier it sounded like sideloading would be heavily restricted, but that’s not exactly the case.

Yes, from 2026 apps will need to be from verified developers to install normally on most devices.

But they also added this “advanced flow” thing.

Basically, you can still install APKs from unverified developers. It’s just not instant anymore. You have to go through some steps like:

- You’ll need to enable developer mode
- Confirm you’re not being forced or tricked
- Restart your device
- Wait around 24 hours
- Then verify again (PIN / fingerprint)
- After that, you can install the app anyway

The good part is this is a one-time setup. You don’t have to repeat it every single time you install something.

After that, you can install normally, just with warnings.

They’re also adding limited distribution accounts for students and hobby devs, so small devs can still share apps with a limited number of users without full verification.

My thoughts

Honestly this feels like Google tried to calm things down after all the backlash.

It’s definitely more restrictive than before, no doubt. But at least sideloading is still there in some form.

Not perfect, but also not the worst case people were expecting.

Let’s just hope they don’t tighten it more later, because that’s where things could actually become a problem.

So yeah, things changed, but not completely ruined.

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Have a very Good Day ❤️

Edit:

I also made my first article on X. If you use it, you can check it out and follow me. Sorry for too many posts, I'm kind of happy since it's my first time writing articles like that. There's too much to learn, but I'm starting.

Anyway, here's the article link. It's the same as the post, of course, so if you don't have free time, you don't need to open it.

Anyway, have a great day again!

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WallYou

A privacy focused open source wallpaper app built with Material You (MD3) design. WallYou lets you browse and download wallpapers, automatically change them over time, and manage favorites and history.

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- Features: Click Here
- Screenshots: Click Here
- Releases: GitHub • F-Droid • IzzyOnDroid
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #android #wallpapers #customization #materialyou #privacy #opensource

Clover Bootloader

A powerful open source bootloader for macOS, Windows, and Linux systems. Clover Bootloader supports both UEFI and legacy BIOS mode, making it a popular choice for multi-boot setups, Hackintosh builds, and older hardware. It offers a customizable graphical interface, theme support, ACPI tools, NVRAM utilities, and advanced boot configuration options for power users.

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- Features: Click Here
- Documentation: Click Here
- Video Tutorial (Unofficial): Click Here
- Official Site: Click Here
- Themes: Click Here
- Releases: Click Here
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #bootloader #macos #windows #linux #hackintosh #utility #tools #crossplatform #opensource

Ventoid

A clever open source Android app that lets you create Ventoy-style bootable USB drives directly from your phone using OTG. Ventoid is built for emergency installs, repair kits, and situations where your phone is the only working device nearby. It supports direct USB writing, MBR or GPT layouts, stage-based setup flow, and works fully offline with no ads or analytics.

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- Releases: Click Here
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #android #bootableusb #ventoy #recovery #utility #opensource

Hey guys, just wanted to talk for a bit.

I’ve been thinking lately. So many of us go through stress, anxiety, feeling alone, or even real sadness, but we don’t really talk about it. On the outside, it may look like everything is fine, but inside, some of us are fighting hard every single day.

Honestly, I kind of disappeared for a while around late March and early April. After my exams, I was stressing out and felt anxious while waiting for my results. I kept overthinking even tiny things, worrying about where I’m heading, and feeling tired for reasons I couldn’t even explain.

These days, I’m handling it by giving myself other things to focus on, learning new stuff, staying busy, and trying to distract my mind with better things. Having a routine and staying active really helps when things start to feel too heavy. Even small daily habits can make a difference. Taking walks, keeping routines, and reducing screen stress are common ways people manage anxiety and stress.

So if you’re dealing with this too, maybe try a few of these things:

- Talk to someone you trust
- Go for a walk, even for a little while
- Stay busy with things that feel useful
- Try to reduce overthinking step by step
- Take breaks from social media
- Get proper sleep whenever you can
- Learn something new, even something small
- If it feels too heavy, talk to a professional and get real support

Depression and mental health are real things. It’s just that, as a society, we often don’t take them seriously enough, and I hate that. It’s normal to feel low sometimes. You and I are both human.

Take care of yourself, and don’t forget to check on your friends too. Sometimes just sending a message can make a bigger difference than you realize. At least you won’t have the regret of thinking, “If I had messaged them, maybe things would be different.” you know what i mean.

Stay happy, stay chill, and keep grinding ❤️

— FossFinds

Nonograph

A unique open source self-hosted anonymous publishing platform built for the privacy-conscious web. Nonograph lets anyone write and publish instantly without accounts, tracking, or data collection. It supports markdown formatting, media embeds, Tor hidden service hosting, and lightweight fast loading pages for both writers and readers who value privacy and freedom online.

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- Features: Click Here
- Demo : Click Here
- Official Site / Instance: Click Here • More
- Deployment Guide: Click Here
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #web #privacy #selfhosted #publishing #tor #anonymous #opensource

RsyncUI

A modern open source macOS app that provides a clean graphical interface for the powerful rsync command-line tool. RsyncUI helps you manage file synchronization, backups, and transfers without dealing with complex terminal commands, while still leveraging the full power of rsync underneath. Built with SwiftUI, it offers task organization, parameter configuration, and a native macOS experience for both local and remote syncing.

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- Documentation: Click Here
- Releases: Click Here
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #macos #backup #filesync #rsync #productivity #opensource

Ueli

A fast and lightweight open source keystroke launcher that boosts your productivity across Windows, macOS, and Linux. Ueli lets you instantly search and launch apps, files, bookmarks, and more using a simple keyboard shortcut, while also supporting extensions like calculator, currency converter, workflows, and system commands. It’s highly customizable, keyboard-first, and designed for speed and efficiency.

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- Features: Click Here
- Screenshots: Click Here
- Official Site: Click Here
- Releases: Click Here
- Source Code: Click Here

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Tags: #windows #macos #linux #launcher #productivity #opensource #crossplatform