It’s no secret that the Google Play store is where Android users can install apps or games. Although there are more than 3.5 million apps on the platform, some of the most amazing open source apps are not available. Here are ten apps you should install right now!
| Application name | A unique feature |
|---|---|
| Round Sync | It combines multiple cloud storage solutions into one app for easy access. |
| Fast tiles | It allows customization of Android quick settings with added functions, allowing users to customize quick tiles to open specific apps. |
| Pixel walls | It offers a collection of wallpapers for Pixel devices, including famous live wallpapers, of all generations in one app. |
| Keeper of memories | It provides security by allowing users to set a custom buffer reset period. |
| Audio sharing | It allows you to use your phone’s speakers as a replacement for your laptop’s speakers. |
| Record player | An offline music player that automatically categorizes music, includes lyrics support, and offers an equalizer for a customized listening experience. |
| Network Launcher | It brings back Windows Mobile’s favorite tiles and design, organizing apps into a neat list format for fans of the discontinued platform. |
| TimeLapseCam | Allows you to create time slices with custom intervals while saving battery life by turning off the screen. |
| Vectra WC | It allows users to relive and run older operating systems such as Windows XP on their phones and even the latest Windows 11 on Android tablets. |
| Kvaesitso | It offers a change from Google’s Material You theming with a focus on search and customizable widgets. |
1. Round synchronization
If you’ve juggled multiple cloud storage solutions, you’re probably familiar with the headache of managing different services, each with its own website and app. But what if there was a solution to bring all these services together? Enter Round Sync. This application is an all-in-one solution that allows users to access any cloud storage system from a single application.
2. Fast tiles
Have you ever wanted a shortcut app for Android that could customize your quick settings and unlock tons of features? Look no further than Quick Tiles. This free app allows users to customize their quick tiles and add features from the settings app, such as display, notification history, privacy and more. Additionally, users can customize quick tiles to open specific Android apps. To install quick tiles:
- Open the Quick Tiles app.
- Enable the desired customization.
- Add it to your Quick Settings panel.
3. Pixel walls
Pixel wallpapers are some of the most beautiful, thanks to Google spending a lot of time and resources creating stunning live wallpapers. Although users can install the Wallpaper app from the Google Play Store, it lacks the famous live wallpapers. Now, instead of downloading these wallpapers individually, you can simplify the process by installing the Pixel Walls app. This app includes Pixel wallpapers for all device generations.
4. Keeper of memory
The clipboard is one of the most convenient things, considering that it stores the copied data for an hour. However, this convenience poses a security risk because any app with the necessary permissions can access the information. To solve this problem, consider installing the Memory Guardian app. This app allows users to set a custom period after which they want the buffer to clear. Additionally, users can enable a quick tile for an app, allowing them to clear the clipboard from the notification panel at will.
5. Audio sharing
Many of us enjoy watching movies and content on our laptops because of the larger screen size. However, the speaker quality on most Windows laptops is often poor, ruining the viewing experience. However, if your phone’s speakers provide better sound quality, you can easily use them as a substitute for your laptop’s speakers using the Audio Share app. What’s more, this app could also be helpful if you’re a video podcast listener, as you can easily carry your phone around the house. Here’s how:
- Download the Audio Share app to your laptop and mobile device.
- Open the app on both devices and make sure they are connected to the same network.
- In the mobile application, adjust the port and host numbers to match those on the laptop.
- Press “Start Server” on your computer and press Play on your mobile device.
6. Gramophone
If you’re one of the rare individuals with a lot of music downloaded onto your phone and you’re looking for an offline music player, look no further than Gramophone. This app serves as a one stop solution for all your music needs. It automatically categorizes your music, includes support for lyrics and offers an equalizer to fine-tune your listening experience.
7. Network Launcher
While Windows Mobile may have been ahead of its time with its design, notification management, and tiles, the platform ultimately failed to gain traction, leading Microsoft to discontinue it. However, for die-hard Windows Mobile fans, Grid Launcher offers a nostalgic experience. This app brings back your favorite tiles from the platform and organizes the apps into a neat list format that you can access by swiping your finger to the right.
8. TimeLapseCam
Time lapses are one of the most popular ways to capture the hustle and bustle of a city or a night sky with millions of stars. However, creating time lapses takes a lot of battery time, as the phone has to stay on all the time. TimeLapseCam solves this problem by allowing users to set custom time-lapse intervals while saving battery by turning off the screen.
9. Vectra WC
While Windows 11 dominates the current landscape, millions still love the aesthetics of older operating systems like Windows XP. Vectras VM offers a unique solution that allows users to not only relive those operating systems, but also run them on their phones. Moreover, if you have an Android tablet, you can also run the latest Windows 11 and turn your device into a full-fledged computer. Start:
10. Kvaesitso
After many years of quirky and unique user interfaces, most Android phones now adhere to Google’s Material You theme, resulting in a similar experience. However, for those looking for a break from the Google aesthetic, the Kvaesitso launcher offers a refreshing alternative. This app reinvents the Android experience with a focus on search. Users can swipe up to access customizable widgets and swipe down to reveal the search console, making it easy to quickly navigate to any desired app.
