15 UNDERRATED Apps that are NOT on the Play Store!

Summary

The video showcases 15 powerful, underrated Android apps and tools not found on the Play Store, highlighting mods, utilities, and open-source alternatives that enhance privacy, remove ads, unlock premium-like features, and improve productivity. From ad-free Instagram and modified Spotify clients to advanced browsers, media downloaders, screen-mirroring tools, ad blockers, and system utilities, the creator explains how each app boosts convenience and personalizes the Android experience. The video also touches on device customization, privacy enhancements, and bloatware removal, offering viewers a comprehensive toolkit to upgrade their smartphones beyond standard app store limitations.

Takeaways

• 😀 Instagram alternative 'InStandard' removes ads and adds features like video scrubbing, anonymous story viewing, and turning off read receipts.
• 😀 'X Manager' for Spotify offers free premium-like features, including unlimited skips, offline mode, and an AMOLED version for a better dark mode experience.
• 😀 'Screen Copy' allows you to mirror your phone's screen to your computer with full HD, low latency, and interactive features without root access.
• 😀 Firefox-based 'Ice Raven' browser lets you use additional extensions like 'Undo Close Tab' and 'Translate Web Pages' that the standard Firefox doesn't support.
• 😀 'Seal' app allows you to download videos from any website with customizable formats and quality preferences.
• 😀 'CloudStream' lets you stream and download free movies and TV shows with support for Chromecast and multiple languages, though you need to add extensions for content.
• 😀 'OurDrop.link' is a simple website for sharing files with no size limit, generating a link or QR code for easy access.
• 😀 Using a VPN like 'Surfshark' helps secure your data, unblock geo-restricted content, and get better online shopping deals for only $2.21/month.
• 😀 'Magisk Module Manager' brings back the module library on rooted Android phones, allowing easy updates and installs of mods.
• 😀 'MeMusic' is a free, open-source alternative to YouTube Music, offering ad-free listening, playlists, and lyric support.
• 😀 'Ambient Music Mod' brings the Pixel's 'Now Playing' feature to any Android device, displaying song information on the lock screen, with support for local music databases.

Q & A

What is 'InStandard' and what makes it different from the original Instagram app?

'InStandard' is a modified version of Instagram that removes ads, allows downloading posts and stories, and adds a scrub bar for reels. It also offers increased anonymity features like turning off read receipts and live typing indicators.

Why do users prefer 'InStandard' over the regular Instagram app?

Users prefer 'InStandard' because it provides a cleaner, ad-free experience, as well as additional features like downloading posts, watching stories anonymously, and scrubbing through Instagram Reels, which the original app still lacks.

How does the 'X Manager' Spotify mod benefit users?

'X Manager' allows users to skip tracks, bounce between songs, and enjoy an ad-free experience without requiring a premium subscription. It also offers privacy features like going offline or hiding listening activity from others.

What is 'Screen Copy' and how does it work?

'Screen Copy' is a tool that mirrors your phone’s screen to your computer without needing root access. It offers HD resolution, low latency, and allows you to interact with your phone through your computer, including typing and copying data.

What makes Firefox and Ice Raven good choices for mobile browsing?

Firefox supports extensions for ad-blocking and dark mode, while Ice Raven, a fork of Firefox, expands functionality with features like undoing closed tabs, translating web pages, and additional add-ons for better customization.

What is the function of 'Seal' and how does it differ from other video download apps?

'Seal' is an app designed for downloading videos from any website by simply pasting the URL. Unlike other apps, it lets users choose video format and quality, and even convert videos into audio files.

How does 'Cloud Stream' help users cut back on streaming subscriptions?

'Cloud Stream' allows users to stream and download movies and TV shows for free by adding repositories to the app. It supports Chromecast and various languages for a broad streaming experience.

What is 'Orrdrop.link' and how does it simplify file sharing?

'Orrdrop.link' is a website that makes file sharing easy by providing a QR code or web link for users to share files. It also removes file size limits, which is not common in most sharing platforms.

Why is using a VPN important when downloading apps from outside the Play Store?

A VPN protects your privacy and data by securing your internet connection when downloading potentially unsafe apps. It also helps to bypass region locks and avoid unwanted trackers in apps.

What are the benefits of using 'AdGuard' as an ad blocker on Android?

AdGuard not only blocks ads but also removes the blank space left by ads. It offers DNS filtering, protects your data with stealth mode, and can be used across apps. However, it does consume more battery and processes your internet traffic, which may raise privacy concerns.