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Most ads are outside of the control of the site, and are served by ad vendors based on what they think you'd be most likely to click on, based on metrics they have about you from tracking information. Gamepress can't do anything about it.
I highly recommend using the Brave browser for Android to avoid ads. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
Brave is a nice middle ground between Chrome and Focus. It comes with built-in adblocker, tracker blocker, and script blocker, just like Focus, but it's much better at managing multiple tabs and browsing history.
I also recommend giving plain old Firefox a try, especially if you use it on desktop. It allows you to install plugins! Currently, I'm using it with uBlock Origin and a few others. :)
The only accurate, close-to-real-time statistics are probably Android downloads from the Google Play Store (scroll down to the bottom). Otherwise, we've so far only relied on official Brave updates from either blog posts or Brendan's Twitter account.
Anyone else with other methods, feel free to add!
I'm amazed by the number of people telling you to pay google (who owns Youtube) to avoid their ads. Don't get Youtube Red.
You have lots of options. Personally, I replaced Android with LineageOS and use Adaway to permanently remove all ads from every app and website. But unless you want to root your phone, you'll have to resort to something like DNS66. It's a good app, you should try it.
Another decent option is using a browser like Brave. It won't block ads for other apps, but it blocks the vast majority of ads on websites (including Youtube).
This is my second response to you with suggestions on how to block those obnoxious ads. Please don't reward Youtube's obnoxious behaviour by paying them for Red. Just don't, it only make things worse for everybody.
Funny enough you can. Chromium is released under a different license which would actually allow something like this. No need to release your changed source code like GPL license VLC uses.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser this browser is chrome (well chromium, the open source version that Google bases the Google branded build Chrome off of) with adblock built in
I believe Brave prevents autoplay.
I don't recall if it also stops ads but the link is up there if you want to use something Chromium based and is a decent browser.
Well I have given up on Firefox on any mobile device since it is so slow. Brave Browser for me it is a whole lot faster than Firefox and includes built in Ad Blocking, Https Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
It may not have all the features you requested but my default and favorite Android browser is "Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker". It is based in Chromium so it's look and feel is similar to Chrome.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
I use Brave. Hands down the best I have found. It's amazing how fast your browser is when the government isn't tracking you. Pretty sure they are low key pro Trump too. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Looking for a new Browser? Seriously check out Brave. Been using it for a while now and I love it. It looks and feels like Chrome but it has a built-in ad blocker that works great and tells you how many ads and trackers it's blocked. I love it so much I use it on desktop as well.
If you root your phone, you can install adblocking at the system level, which even blocks ads in apps (though really just blatant ads directly from advertising companies, not so much companies running sites and serving advert images FROM their OWN site). If you don't have a rooted phone and are happy to just block ads in your browser, then I think firefox for android will let you install adblocking extensions now, though I don't think you can configure the extension like you can on desktops. Don't quote me on that, though. Try it and see, I guess. If not, then the Brave should work for you.
Focus is basically just another webkit browser with its key feature of being in permanent private mode.
If you're looking for a good chrome replacement / general purpose browser for Android I'd suggest brave, which has all basic privacy features built in (Adblock, Https everywhere, canvas fingerprinting protection, etc...)
The gecko based FF for Android sadly still doesn't perform as well as the webkit ones, but I'm still using it as my main mobile browser today.
Download the browser : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Go to the article you want to read.
In the address bar, find the logo of the browser (looks like orange lion). Click on it.
Scroll a bit and you will see option to toggle script blocking.
Refresh the page.
Me too, with Privacy Badger. Works great! Never any problems and none of this tracking. I'm also trying Brave, its really fast and nice looking.
You unfortunately have to for using adaway.
There is, however, a program that can do similar things without you needing to have root called DNS66.
You could also use the Brave Browser, which has integrated ad-, tracking-, and scriptblocking functionality inside the browser. It's almost indistinguishable from the regular Chromium based browser from Google.
> I ended up deleting Chrome and went back to a prior version of chrome.
That's it. You did the right thing. Basically it deleted history, caches, cookies etc. Open chrome. It won't load directly to that website. It will start from scratch. Also update the app. (Because it is on older version)
That website ad was just to scare user. You were not infected. Whenever this kind of thing happens & it vibrates your phone, Just remove that tab & go back to old tab. Also if possible don't visit these kind of websites. If you are trying to download crack apps & games, please don't.
You should use browser with ad-blocking support. For example,
Samsung browser (with adblock add-on)
Firefox Focus.
I also recommend Brave Browser since for me it is a whole lot faster than Firefox and includes built in Ad Blocking, Https Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I've been using brave for the past half year or so and I have found the ad blocking to be extremely effective. I also like brave for their privacy and feel.
LPT: Si estabas usando Android para entrar a la nota, jnstalá Brave. Es un fork de Chromium para celulares pero con un bloqueador de anuncios integrado: no cambiás de interfaz y navegas en el celu sin anuncios.
Don't use one, unless you're rooted and can use adaway.
All other ad blockers use VPN to filter your traffic.
What you instead can do is switch to a browser that supports ad block and just deal with ads in apps.
Brave is a popular browser and it's built on chromium https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=no
> I was just looking for something that blocked ads.
What I think you're looking for is Brave, its what i use on my phone, its based on firefox, and blocks ads and trackers by default.
I recommend Brave Browser.
Brave includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Yep, I encourage you to find out more about the project. Seems like you could be looking for more technical answers. If you have any, like how advertisements will work, etc., feel free to join the RocketChat and ask a team member!
As for the participation numbers, Brendan Eich himself stated that they recently have over 1 million active monthly users in the Boxmining YouTube interview. The only public numbers available are the Android downloads. Scroll down and you can see they hit the 1-5 million download mark. Just use that ballpark figure to guestimate totals between iOS, Windows, and Mac, and download totals would be probably 10-20 million.
Just last week, they gave away free BAT from their User Growth Pool (UGP), 300k tokens at 30BAT per user, which comes out to 10k users that could claim. I think they were all claimed in a single day. So the numbers all fit.
Feel free to ask more questions (around the sub) if you have them!
If you haven't already /u/upleasefeedmemore download Brave for your mobile :)
Android
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
iOS
Brave app installations are available from the Apple iOS and Google Play Stores. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-browser-fast-adblocker/
We do not make public the number of users on Windows, OSX and Linux.
I use Brave on my phone with DDG as the search engine. BONUS: there is always the red lion in the upper right corner when I'm here or there. Keeps me MAGA. :-)
Spez: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
For Android, Brave is hands down the best browser I've found. Recommending it to all centipedes switching from Google. Fast light and snappy. It's amazing how fast your browser can be when it's not spying on you! Configure it to use the duckduckgo search engine, and voila, never look back! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
You can use Brave and earn BAT on mobile
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_AU&gl=US
IOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brave-private-browser-vpn/id1052879175
Ya there is Brave browser and let me make your day even better.It does not have ads and as well as it is a adblocker browser .
Enjoy :D
Check out the Brave Browser
Brave Web Browser is a fast, free, secure web browser for Android with a built-in AdBlock, tracking and security protection, and optimized data and battery experience.
I personally use Firefox with ublock-origin, but I recommend Brave Browser for anyone who likes Chrome but wants an adblocker. It is Chromium-based (and looks nearly identical to Chrome for Android) with built-in adblocking.
I recommend Brave Browser. Brave includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
J'allais le conseiller aussi ! Pour le moteur de recherche je te conseil d'utiliser startpages plutôt que duckduckgo, les résultats sont plus pertinents. Lien Android
Gave up on CAF browsers and have been using Brave Browser that is based on Chromium with ad blocking built in. I have never regretted the change:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Pi-hole. It's a network wide ad blocker and you'd need to get a raspberry pi for it to run on. It'll block ads for any device connected to your WiFi, so you don't need to install apps on everything you own. Plus you can't block ads on phones in Chrome so it'll do it. The way it works is that you attach your pi to the network and set pi-hole up, after that all traffic goes through the pi and at this step it takes out all the ads.
Either that or uBlock Origin.
For Android phones install Brave Browser, it's Chrome but with built-in ad blocking/fingerprinting protection.
I've been using Brave on my phone to read web novels and it has apparently blocked 11.6k ads and 87k trackers in the last few months. (It has a counter on the home tab)
You've got fine control on which sites to block ads from. I allow ads on wuxiaworld but I block scripts from running so I don't get any unwanted redirects.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-web-browser-fast-with-built-in-adblock/id1052879175?mt=8
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Give Brave Browser a try.
It has a built in ad blocker, looks and feels like Google Chrome since its based on Chromium.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
If you are on pc I can't tell you any adblocker . But there is one for phone and it works effectively for me . And yes I didn't face any problem in animepahe .
Kiwi also supports extensions, but if you need something that works or of the box I suggest brave as it has a build-in ad blocker that works great.
Differences between the APK’s (Both should work but mono is specifically optimized for Android OS 7.0+)
- modern is for Android OS 5.0+
- mono is for Android OS 7.0+
You can download the latest Nightly via https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser_nightly.
Sync v2 is currently available on the Desktop Beta, Dev and Nightly channels. On Android it is only available on the Nightly channel: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser_nightly&hl=en
It should not take too long to reach Beta on Android as well.
I'm using Brave Beta on Desktop as my daily driver browser on both Windows and Linux (I dual boot). I also have Brave Nightly for Android on my smartphone. So far, it's working pretty well.
I'll probably keep running Brave Beta on Desktop indefinitely . But I will move to Beta on Android once it also gets Sync v2.
BRAVE! I don't know why more people don't know about it or use it. It's also available in the play store.
Shields
Ad blocking
Fingerprinting prevention
Cookie control
HTTPS upgrading
Block scripts
Per-site shield settings
Configurable global shield defaults
Tabs & Windows
Private Windows
Pinned Tabs
Auto-unload
Drag and drop
Duplicate
Close Options
Find on page
Print page
Address Bar
Add Bookmark
Autosuggest URLs
Search from address bar
Autosuggest search terms
Show/hide bookmarks toolbar
Show secure or insecure site
Security
Clear browsing data
Built-in password manager
Form autofill
Control content access to full-screen presentation
Control site access to autoplay media
Send “Do not track” with browsing requests
Search
Choose default search engine
Use keyboard shortcuts for alternate search engines
Option to use DuckDuckGo for private window search
Extensions/Plugins
- Brave Desktop now supports most of the Chrome extensions in the chrome web store
I recommend Brave Browser. I keep trying others but keep coming back to Brave:
Brave Browser is based on Chromium and includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
That's why I use and advocate use of Brave.
Glad to see another German food lover!
I can only recommend the Brave Browser, which I've been using for over a year now. Based on Chromium, regularly updated, ethical. It's fast and loads quickly with built in ad/tracking block, "HTTPS everywhere", 3rd party cookie blocking, script blocking, and fingerprinting protection, all of which can be switched on or off individually or all with two taps.
I recommend Brave Browser.
Brave Browser is based on Chromium and includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I personally use Brave, but can't comment on some of your requirements. FYI Opera was sold to a Chinese company in 2016. Take that how you like, but some would say their privacy might be at risk.
Just started using Brave Browser and loving it so far. It has built-in ad-blocking, plus the privacy features listed below:
> PRIVACY PROTECTION > > Brave also protects users with leading privacy and security features such as HTTPS Everywhere (encrypted data traffic), script blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking, and private incognito tabs.
Link to brave.
Huh.. they even have a win64 browser. I wonder how that lines up with other windows browsers..
I recommend Brave Browser.
Brave Browser is based on Chromium and includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I hate ads so I use Brave for my default browser. I like Firefox Focus for browsing "certain" sites because it blocks all tracking/cookies
I haven't seen a browser listed in here that I haven't tried, yet Brave Browser is easily the safest, fastest browser I've ever used.
Based on Chromium. Ad, script and third party cookie blocking and tracking protections built in — all of which can easily be turned off at any time with two taps. The developers also have a cool revenue sharing mission you can opt into, or not and forget it even exists.
it's the browser i use. has built in adblocker and is based off of chromium. it's the best browser ive ever used on android.
I use Brave Browser instead of Chrome because Brave includes a built in Ad Blocker, Https Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I feel the Gmail app is awful, I like accessing Gmail via a Browser or a Hermet lite app much better.
Sounds like the same question I answered earlier:
I keep trying the Android Firefox app since I use Firefox on ALL of my home computers. Unfortunately, in my opinion, Android Firefox is much too slow and lags. I would recommend trying Brave Browser. I've tried lots of browsers and keep coming back to Brave which is my default Android browser.
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
>Personally I only root for Adaway.
I haven't tried it personally, but I heard the Brave browser on Android is pretty good, and has built-in ad-blocking. I've got Ad-Away running on my phone, but quite a few apps I use, still get ads, but overall it does a good job.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
FYI: if you like Chromium, check out Brave Browser, made by the old Mozilla CEO Brendan Eich. Natively blocks trackers and ads. I love it.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
This one? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser - looks interesting...
EDIT: Wow, it's also available for Windows. However, I can't switch to it as I want Chrome sync (across phone & desktop) and also rely heavily upon Chrome extensions. I may look into Chromium, but still, thanks for sharing!
The Brave Browser mobile app has over 100 million downloads for Android alone, and since 25% of all mobile web traffic worldwide is for YouTube we can safely say that a lot of them are using it for that. That's just one ad blocking app and it might not be the most popular one, it's just the one I use so the first one I looked up.
Ich hab schon richtig gelesen. Du machst das Video dann halt nicht in der "App" von Youtube auf. Die Webbrowser "App" kannst am Handy installieren und schaust dann dort deine Videos ohne Werbung.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
https://apps.apple.com/de/app/brave-private-internet-browser/id1052879175
Firefox for Android does not have proper site isolation (is less secure), while Chromium-based browsers such as Brave or Bromite do have site isolation and are more secure.
On desktop however, I prefer Firefox because the more people use Firefox, the more diversity there is (FF has their own browser engine, while Brave is based on Chromium) the better. If everyone used a Chromium browser it would be bad for the internet.
• Download Brave Browser (It has ad blocker)
• Watch Shark Tank India on MX Player (Remember to watch it in Brave Browser)
Brave Browser, free BAT for basically using the internet like you normally do.
Presearch, search engine that pays you for every search you make.
Both of them together make a really strong Browser + Search Engine combo.
Lemme show you where it spits:
uBlock Origin for Chrome on desktop.
You iOS chomos will have to figure it out for yourself.
I guess Brave browser is a better choice than chrome for adblocking and privacy. Also, it's chromium-based and syncs across devices without using a Google account.
Brave browser. Built in ad blocker that's really good, simple enough ui, and if you want a chromium browser with no tab groups and tab grids, this is the browser for you.
Link: Brave Browser
There are many ad blocker browsers you can use if they are still blocked in your country download from the internet.you have to pirate for peing able to pirate lol
there are browsers like Brave Browser for iOS that have popup and ad blockers, you can set it as default in the newest update if you go to settings.
Brave Browser for android too.
You can use Brave browser. It has built in adblocker, tracker blocker and many more. You can download it from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_IN&gl=US
I'm sure Brave Browser is my main, number 1, special-ist, first pick, MVP/VIP and before I let personal feeling or preference to my one and only browser for EVERY SINGLEweb INTERACTION 🥇🥇
Prova Brave Browser, ha una rimozione annunci a volte migliore di ublock, blocca la maggior parte dei tracker e se settato correttamente funziona anche da noscript
Maybe, you're far better off with [Brave](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US) browser - fennec still gives away your location.
>* Brave: adfree chromium based browser. Filters out most ads.
Man, don't use Brave, they've been shady with some of the stuff. They have their own ads system.
Just install Firefox (Beta one is snappy) and add uBlock Origin ad blocker to it.
And thanks for this list.
Browse with Brave browser
Brave Private Web Browser by Brave Software https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brave-private-web-browser/id1052879175
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
I'd say, Brave browser for Android. It has a built in adblocker, and is all around more private browsing in general too. Not to mention, they have a desktop browser too.
For those looking for a Google Chrome experience then check out Brave Browser. Its a much better alternative because it includes a built in pop up blocker. It's also available for Windows and Mac.
Theoretically, there shouldn't be much of a difference between a browser on a phone and a browser on a PC.
I assume you've tried this with Chrome? If so, maybe try a different browser. Personally, I like Brave. Firefox is also available for Android.
If you didn't use Chrome, did you install any extensions on the browser you've used that might prevent certain scripts from running? Any kind of ad-blocker, firewall, tracker-blockers, any other privacy-extension?
Sorry no, I just downloaded it and it worked well so far it's blocked 5k ads and trackers. Maybe you got something else? This is a link to it on the Google play store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
The following comment by DangerousCobbler was openly greylisted.
The original comment can be found(in censored form) at this link:
np.reddit.com/r/ CryptoCurrency/comments/gb13tf/-/fp66f0z?context=4
The original comment's content was as follows:
> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US > > Scroll to bottom. 10M downloads here alone.
I just use brave browser.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brave-private-web-browser/id1052879175
You're welcome.
Bom! O mais recomendado seria mesmo o vanced, mas como não funcionou para você, eu indico você se acostumar a usar o YouTube no navegador do celular. Antes de conhecer o vanced eu assistia aos vídeos pelo Brave(versão modificada do Chrome) que já vem com Adblock.
You can try Brave Browser, it has bottom navigation bar by default. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
You can also try Samsung Browser. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.sbrowser
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You could use Brave. It's based on Chromium (essentially Chrome), but has an ad blocker built in. It'll try to push Brave Rewards on you, but tell those notifications to piss off and they will.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
In case anyone out there like me is wondering how to watch Ep 1 of the Mandalorian on Android:
- Download and install Brave browser (has adblock integrated)
- This link on WatchSeries2 is working for me.
Enjoy!
Já que já falaram bastante do Boost, vou recomendar o Brave, navegador com adblock incluído, bem mais rapido que o Chrome e te dá a opção de ver anúncios em troca de criptomoedas próprias (BAT)
Outra recomendação é o Faltômetro, um contador de faltas pra universidade, extremamente útil.
Not OP but I have a couple questions
Can't you download Flud on the play store or is the apk better?
Also, I tried Lucky Patcher but it seemed a bit too complicated. Tried cloning/patching one of those shitty asset-flip ones and it didn't seem to work so I just gave up. Is there any easy way to use it?
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Sidenote on the conversation about browsers: I'd whole-hardheartedly recommend Brave. It's also a privacy based browser, open source and pretty much has ublock origin built into it. They don't have extensions yet but afaik they're working on it. Just a suggestion
Brave browser is pretty good. It's layout is similar to chrome so it's very easy to use with tons of features but is more privacy focused than others.
Also look at Dolphin browser, I found it very easy to use But my personal favourite is definitely Brave.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
u/fountainofdreams,
Apologies but just to clarify - are you asking if there's a mobile version of Brave for smartphones/tablet devices?
If so, there sure is!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
10 million installs
And as far as I know over 4M MAU. Although I thought I did see the 5M number somewhere, but that might be projected.
https://twitter.com/BrendanEich/status/1036104539424706560?s=20
You should try the Brave browser for mobile. Blocks trackers, too. Developed in part by one of the guys who made Mozilla
Brave gives you that choice:
Site Settings > Media > Autoplay.
Firefox has Autoplay controls too:
Settings > Advanced > Allow autoplay
Brave's even got a blacklist for sites that try to play music behind your back. Chrome is always the last to introduce controls to limit intrusive advertisers.
This one? This one won't work for AdHell since it's a filter list and not a host list. Brave Browser has an in-built script blocker that may be able to block anti ad-blocking things like that.
Try Brave. It might work for you. I don't have any issues with Chrome, but I tried Brave for shits and giggles, and it worked pretty great.
If you haven't already, check out the Brave browser. It's based on Chrome, but better!
To avoid all adfests:
Chrome / Edge / Firefox
https://github.com/gorhill/uBlock
https://www.i-dont-care-about-cookies.eu/
Or try a browser like:
And on Android:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
And on iOS:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brave-private-web-browser/id1052879175?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4
Or if you're feeling techno-confident just block them network-wide:
Brave if you basically want Chrome with ad block.
I don't see some of these recommended a whole lot, but I use these apps all the time:
- Brave -- Basically Chromium with AdBlock, Privacy Badger, and HTTPS Everywhere baked in
- F-Stop -- Best gallery app IMO since Quick Pic sold out to Cheetah Mobile
- Front Flash Notification -- Puts the unused selfie flash to a good use
- Open Link With -- Really should be a built in feature on Android
- OTR Player -- Access to a ton of old time radio shows from the 1930s-1950s. Free version is available.
- Pi Music Player -- Awesome music player for local files
- Ringer Modes -- A feature I've had on Samsung phones but is absent on my Moto
- ScanMediaPlz -- Forces a rescan of the media database... Google keeps changing the method to do this and this is the only app I've tried that works on devices newer than Jelly Bean (EDIT: This seems to have been removed from Google Play. You can find it here though)
- Textra
- X-plore -- Hands down the best file manager I've ever tried. Packed with features and easy to use.
Hijacking top comment to add some details for users who may want this product...
Description: Brave Web Browser is a fast, free, secure web browser for Android with a built-in AdBlock, tracking and security protection, and optimized data and battery experience.
For those who are interested, Or didn't know how to remove ads.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US&gl=US
It is based on chrome and works just as well with built in adblocker.
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And youtube vanced
a modified version of youtube with no ads.
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Enjoy.
Give Brave Browser a try. It has ad-blocking built in:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
It's my default Android browser on my phone and tablet
For sites I use brave, it's pretty decent.
On PC I'd recommend ublock origin
u/4ethicalreasons and anyone reading this. This is awesome to use during the baseball season, you aren't really putting your computer at risk for anything if you take precautions.
Install Adblock. I use the chrome web browser on my computer. You can download ublock origin here. If you are using mobile I use the Brave Browser (Android) (iOS).
Use the "Trusted" sources. There are streams that have been posting on r/mlbstreams for awhile and have earned the trusted status for not being sketchy. Try to stick with those.
Don't click on anything on the site but the player. Some of the sites have ads or other links on them. I would advise not to click on them.
If you get a popup close it right away. Sometimes even when you click on the player you will get a popup. Your adblocker will prevent anything malicious from coming out of it but close it as soon as possible.
If you follow these steps these streams are really great! It's nice if you can't use mlb.tv because you are in market.
Short answer: Your phone is safe.
Long answer:
> My phone had one of those pop up malware on Chrome where it would open every minute with a random ad telling me I've won something.
I think that was not a virus. It was a bad website which was showing virus Ads to scare you and divert you to playstore to download some useless cleaner app or download some APK file. Never ever fall for this kind of ads. Nothing will happen by downloading APK file. But, after downloading it if you install that bad APK file, then It can be a problem.
If you didn't Install any APK file from such ads/fake download links then your phone was safe even before you did factory reset. Although It's good that you did it anyway.
> Every app had to redownload itself from the store so should this be a problem?
Nope. It's not a problem now.
But, If you visit such site in future It might show this scary "Your phone has a virus" pop ups. Some of them vibrates your phone continuosly. You can get rid of it by closing that tab. But If you don't close that tab next time you open chrome It will show the same pop up thing. So If this kind of thing happens again, Just clear that tab.
- Better solution:
Use browser that supports ad-blocking. It won't completely get rid of it on some websites. But It's better than using chrome in terms of ad-blocking.
Samsung Internet with Adgaurd blocker add-on
Samsung internet is more fluid and It has inbuilt video player support which is better than default video player interface on chrome and brave.
Third option is to install ad-blocker app that can block ads from all apps.
(It uses local VPN on your phone to block ads. It doesn't send your private data to external servers. It won't change your IP address. It's an open-source app and fdroid is a safe source. It's safe to download blokada from Fdroid.)
In case if you decide to use blokada, There is an option to turn off notifications of blocked domains. So that It doesn't interfere your experience.
- Things to remember:
Don't download those cleaner, cpu cooler, phone suite, security suite, antivirus apps, memory cleaner, phone booster etc. apps. You don't need it. It runs in background, uses battery and has tons of permissions. Many of them are from Chinese companies which ask unnecessary permissions and use your data for ads and other stuff. So just stay away from those apps.
If possible Download apps only from playstore and if you are installing apps from APK (for example blokada) make sure it is from safe source. (Fdroid, apkmirror.com, XDA) Also check reputation of apps. You can ask on /r/AndroidQuestions or /r/androidapps about apps like this and if it's safe to use it or not. In case of bolkada, It is safe to use.
I use Brave on my phone and on my PC. It's almost exactly like chrome, but it has ad blocking built in and reduces tracking. It allows you to use Tor if you want on a PC.
However, mobile phones aren't great for privacy. For example, it is hard to actually be anonymous with Tor on a PC, but even harder on a phone. You can check how well your browser can be tracked here. When I used panopticlick I got better privacy results on my PC than my phone.
I'm not sure what you mean by:
>Like if i was using ddg and firefox.
Could you explain that a little more please?
Tor and VPNs are generally how you avoid tracking from websites and your ISPs, however I am no expert
The number 1 ERC-20 token right now is OMG right? Even so, the primary use case for the token seems to be just "staking" to return a profit. That seems awfully close to skirting lines of being a Security Token to me.
Also, the big question is, how many users does the Omise app have? Their iOS App shows that they have only 5 reviews. Their Android app...there is no Android app, right? And to branch off that, how many users do any of the coins in top 100 have, aside from BAT/ETH/BTC?
Brave is on all platforms, Android, iOS, mac, Windows, with people working on extensions. Android has over 1,000,000 downloads. The iOS app does not disclose downloads, but has over 500 ratings.
Even if you ignore how insane of an idea that the Brave/BAT platform is, the reality is that Brave will be exposing BAT to millions of users whether they like it or not, whether the ad-network is successful or not, whether they have dominant browser-marketshare or not. It is already millions of users and is growing every day. If you were Coinbase, who would you partner with? Out of all the tokens that have "great solutions to great problems", which one gives you direct access to millions of users, who aren't even in the crypto space.
Can you imagine if Brave integrated a Coinbase on-ramp of crypto? That would be absolutely nuts for Coinbase.
And if anyone has a genuine argument for a competing coin, I'd love to hear about it!
Brave. Basically Chrome with a great pop up blocker. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Brave browser should fit with what you're looking for. I have mine setup to use Startpage as the default browser.
Use Brave browser for links, so worth it.
Edit Play link but can search for it yourself if you would like.
I really enjoy Brave Browser it's chromium based with adblock and open source.
I'm currently using Brave for my mobile browser and I didn't get any popups. Maybe give it a try.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
This is the correct install :)
When in doubt, you can access the official downloads from the Brave website.
iOS
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-browser-fast-adblocker/id1052879175?mt=8
Android
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
not sure of an official list but the google play store shows it's downloads being between 500,000 - 1,000,000
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Try Brave Browser. It has built-in AdBlocking and looks just like Chrome since it's based on Chromium.
Brave browser has built in ad blocking, based on Chromium.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
Ja blokadan lisäksi löytyy myös brave, vaikka ei olekkan avoimen lähdekoodin sovellus, niin on se silti hyvä.
Check out Brave. Chromium based browser with built in adblocker.
Nada. Assuming you're using Google Chrome as your web browser:
And click the blue "add to chrome" button, and it'll create a little extension in the top-right hand corner of your browser that blocks ads in the background as you browse.
If you don't have Google Chrome, just download the Brave Browser, which has ad blocking built in by default:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US&gl=US
Go there and click the little green "install" button and use that as your default browser from now on.
While it is possible, Brave hasn't been optimized for Chromebook yet, so the experience may not be seamless. Please see this thread for reference, by a user who has tried it.
You can download the Android version for Chromebook, which you can obtain from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
This article may also be a good resource to help ameliorate your experience.
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Brave Browser it constitutes all features watever u want its build on opensource chromium browser.here is the link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Brave ftw. Chromium based with built in adblocker.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Idk what iOS is, I use Android cause I understand technology
Brave is Chromium + AdBlock. Works really well.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I like Brave, you can try Firefox with uBlock Origin too
On mobile? Try Brave
For people who don't speak acronym, that stands for progressive web app. Put simply, the mobile version of the website you visit in browsers like Brave or Firefox. It is the preferred replacement for buggy and data hungry installed apps for some people. If you use them with a well configured mobile browser, they certainly could be a lot more private.
Don't install any antivirus apps from anywhere. (Not even from platstore)
> Why?
Because you don't need it. It has so many permissions and run in background, eats your battery and Chinese apps like 360 security, CM security etc. can't be trusted. They are just an ad company profiting from users. Also You don't need cleaner, phone/game booster, cpu cooler, battery booster apps.
Just use your common sense and you are fine. Here are some tips.
To block browser ads. (Those false scary ads that claims you have virus on your phone, bla..bla.. and other ads) Use browser that block ads. They will block most ads. Try, Brave browser & Samsung Browser with Adgaurd extension. You can also use Blockada or DNS66 to block ads/tracking from apps/browser.
Download apps only from Playstore. In case if you have to download apk, you can use, https://www.apkmirror.com. (Bookmark it.) , F-droid and trusted XDA post. (Ask on reddit if you are not sure about safety of particular post/website.)
Don't insall cracked apps, games etc. Most of these websites are filled with ads and Apk files can be modified. So you can't trust those random websites. If you need a paid app, buy it from playstore or find alternative apps from play store.
If you want to scan apk file you can scan it on, NVISO Apkscan and virustotal. But I am sure that you won't need it if you download apps from playstore, fdroid and apkmirror.com (apkmirror website with .com is the official one. So don't fall for other similar websites. That's why bookmark it.)
If you are using apps like clean master, booster, cooler apps. Uninstall it right now.
> Why it has high ratings?
Because people don't understand the reality. It's just a Placebo effect and they think after installing antivirus they are safe. But the truth is that antivirus, clean master etc. apps are running in background, making their device slow, some of them even shows ads and accessing data using all those sensitive permissions that they gave without even thinking.
In short, as someone said they are doing more harm than good to you and your device.
Kind of defeats the point of being this much privacy-concerned then. There are many Chromium-forks available, which are usually not too different from Chrome but with varying levels of "de-Googling".
Brave Browser (also available for desktop)
Auto Updater for Chromium which just downloads a recent vanilla Chromium build.
Tasks:
- Taskwarrior - Android version of taskwarrior known from desktops (it bundles the original program). The best thing which happened to task lists. :) Can sync to taskwarrior's server.
Password:
- Password Store - client for, well, Password Store, which provides PGP-based passwords encryption.
Notes:
Keyboard:
- Hacker Keyboard - if you need a full keyboard layout.
Browser:
- Brave Browser - it recently replaced Firefox on Android for me. Available on Google Play. Although their licensing confuses me a little, WIkipedia says that it's licensed under Mozilla Public License version 2.
Games:
- lichess - lichess.org client. Both site/server and client are Free Software. Available on Google Play.
You also mention DAVDroid somewhere, but it doesn't have its own link. I find it essential for synchronizing my contacts and calendar.
The Brave browser exists already for mobile: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
For browsing, I experimented with Firefox Mobile + various adblockers, but found the performance and experience pretty subpar.
Currently I'm using Brave Browser for Android, which has a solid built-in adblocker and good defaults, including disabling some nasty tracking stuff for HTML5 that chrome recently made mandatory.
I would probably steer clear of the likes of Dolphin and Opera. Though they have good adblocking options, their business interests in China and WTF's from Dolphin have me avoiding them.
Brave, in contrast, was founded by Brendan Eich.
Try Brave Browser! It is a fork of Chrome with an integrated ad blocker. I am using it for 3 months now, never had a problem.
Brave browser: chromium with tracker/ad blocking.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Beta: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser_beta
Nightly: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser_nightly
They will all co-exist on the same device without issues.
gotta love the best browser waifu. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Brave for Android is based on Chrome, but it can block ads. It even works in webviews!
Which Ads are popping up? Are they all the time in the phones background? Inside free apps? or just while browsing the web?
If it is blocking while browsing websites then I recommend a new browser such as Bromite or Brave
Ads can be blocked ROOTLESS with apps like Blokada
LineageOS MIGHT allow for greater privacy DEPENDING on the USER.
Advertisements can be displayed via many ways so its really up to you to lock down your phone and maintain privacy.
That being said: LineageOS + Magisk and root does allow a large amount of control.
Read and consult this XDA thread for more information about LOS15 on your device
Try using the Brave browser - totally removes the ads.
Brave is a modified version of chrome with adblocking, works really good:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Use Brave browser.
Brave Browser. Open source. AdBlock integrated
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
It exists, this feature just doesn't yet.
You need to read this. (Don't know why but automodder is removing my comment because of link) anyways I will copy paste my comment here.
Don't install any antivirus apps from anywhere. (Not even from platstore)
> Why?
Because you don't need it. It has so many permissions and run in background, eats your battery and Chinese apps like 360 security, CM security etc. can't be trusted. They are just an ad company profiting from users. Also You don't need cleaner, phone/game booster, cpu cooler, battery booster apps.
Just use your common sense and you are fine. Here are some tips.
To block browser ads. (Those false scary ads that claims you have virus on your phone, bla..bla.. and other ads) Use browser that block ads. They will block most ads. Try, Brave browser & Samsung Browser with Adgaurd extension. You can also use Blockada or DNS66 to block ads/tracking from apps/browser.
Download apps only from Playstore. In case if you have to download apk, you can use, https://www.apkmirror.com. (Bookmark it.) , F-droid and trusted XDA post. (Ask on reddit if you are not sure about safety of particular post/website.)
Don't insall cracked apps, games etc. Most of these websites are filled with ads and Apk files can be modified. So you can't trust those random websites. If you need a paid app, buy it from playstore or find alternative apps from play store.
If you want to scan apk file you can scan it on, NVISO Apkscan and virustotal. But I am sure that you won't need it if you download apps from playstore, fdroid and apkmirror.com (apkmirror website with .com is the official one. So don't fall for other similar websites. That's why bookmark it.)
If you are using apps like clean master, booster, cooler apps. Uninstall it right now.
> Why it has high ratings?
Because people don't understand the reality. It's just a Placebo effect and they think after installing antivirus they are safe. But the truth is that antivirus, clean master etc. apps are running in background, making their device slow, some of them even shows ads and accessing data using all those sensitive permissions that they gave without even thinking.
In short, as someone said they are doing more harm than good to you and your device.
Also, 360 security is asking so many permissions for no reason. (~useless features/excuses to ask these permissions). Same story for Clean master, DU booster etc. In fact you don't even need google files go to clear cache files. You can do it manually by going to settings > Storage > Click on cache > it will show pop up confirmation.
So apps like 360 security etc. are not "malware" for Android. It is a bad/shady app though. That Chinese company is not trustable. They are definitely misusing sensitive permissions for their on benefits and not good for your privacy. (Just like google. With Google you get useful features in return. But with those antivirus apps, you are giving your sensitive data to them without getting any benefits. Except from false feeling of being secure after installing antivirus apps.)
> You will think why google is allowing bad apps if they are asking unnecessary permissions? If they are useless?
The answer is ad money and number of users. These apps are not violating rules of google playstore. In fact users (especially Indian users) think that they need antivirus and they use it. Give high ratings. They actually think Android need antivirus app. Google is not removing it because they are indirectly making money from it. You will see that these antivirus apps offer other features like call blocking, app lock, cleaning files etc. So that user keep using that app and antivirus apps earn money from ads. If they use google ads in their apps, google also earn money from it.
Or you can download Brave, which is chrome with an adblocker.
Brave Private Browser: Secure, fast web browser - 4.7 rating - Free - Search manually
Wide Launcher - 3x wider home screen - 4.6 rating - Free with IAP - Search manually
Google Tasks: Any Task, Any Goal. Get Things Done - 4.5 rating - Free - Search manually
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- YouTube - Vanced must have
- Chrome like browser - Brave
- Every other app - Adguard DNS
I installed Brave, made it the default and never looked back.
You might be really happy with Brave then.
Yep, just change settings so links open in your browser instead of in the app, and use something like Brave: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Brave is behind enough that it's still active there.
For those interested, Brave is a pretty good chromium web browser that has an inbuilt ad / script / cookie blocker. You can whitelist sites that you like.
There are a few alternative google play stores out there, like fdroid (a good place to find adblockers too!) which is filled with open source apps that are usually more privacy oriented.
Newpipe is a good YouTube client app that'll get rid of youtube ads.
Plenty of websites supply these statisics. One example is NetMarketShare.com
https://netmarketshare.com/browser-market-share.aspx
Brave mobile estimations are available from the Apple iOS and Google Play Stores.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-browser-fast-adblocker/
We do not make public the number of users on Windows, OSX and Linux.
However, Brendan recently Tweeted the following > "We are passing 1.2M MAU (monthly active users) and growing to 2M in next few months, aiming for 5M this year."
Have you tried Brave? It's a browser based on Chrome with integrated ad-blocking and data optimisation.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Use Brave (its a custom version of Chrome, with built-in adblocker). Then just change the settings in that :)
If you're on Android, switch to Brave as your browser. Kills pretty much every ad: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Try Brave.
I set it as my default browser and clicking on mobile links doesn't suck so much.
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Another vote for Brave Browser. It is my default Android browser:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Brave Browser is basically Chrome with adblock built in
Brave Browser is my default Android Browser:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Download the Brave browser. Just like Chrome only it blocks ads.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Recently discovered Brave. Basically chrome but with an ad blocker built in
Its also on the play store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Brave browser which has many privacy things (like ad blocker, tracker blocker) built in.
Yes, I use it on my tablet and smartphone
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en&gl=US
Fuck Chrome 😎
Let's go to the list
Iceraven - It is a modified firefox basically, but with very nice modifications, such as enabling the "about:config" section and expanding the list of extensions for websites. Oh, and it is open source.
Brave - With a focus on privacy (although not as effective as Firefox), Brave does a good job, it has a good ad blocker and tracker built in, but it has a high battery consumption... At least for me.
Kiwi - Not much to highlight, it's just Chrome but with the freedom to download any extension.
Opera GX - Nice design, integrated ad blocker and free vpn integrated.
DuckDuckGo - The simplest Chromium, but with great focus and privacy compliance.
You using the app or a browser?
I use Brave as a browser on my phone and it automatically blocks all ads.
Use different browser like Brave, It has a built-in Pop-up and ad blocker, also on par with uBlock Origin.
Try Brave Browser, it has a built-in addblocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Brave Browser has NO ads.
Get with the times, guys.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I use blokada for Add pop up"s and Brave Browser on all my android Cellphones
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I would suggest using the Brave web browser, it blocks all the ads
Honestly I have just moved on to Brave browser. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
You can literally export everything to it from Chrome also. Enjoy!
What type of mobile do you have? On Android, you can install Firefox and uBlock Origin. Or install Brave browser. On iPhone, you can install AdGuard.
Browsing the web has been a pain recently huh? Thankfully getting a pleasant internet experience isn't as difficult as it may first appear.
For PC browser extensions:
uBlock origin -adblocker extension that reliably blocks most ads
Bypass paywalls -it does what it says: bypasses paywalls on most sites
Cookie Remover -deletes cookies on the current site you're on
The above also exist for firefox if that's what you have
For mobile:
Brave browser -has built in adblocking; also runs on chromium
Blokada -additional adblocking for all other apps; also mostly blocks reddit ads so I can't recommend it enough.
youtube vanced -this allows adfree youtube video watching experience
Personally, I'm also fond of this one this one, and Firefox just put a stop to certain Add-Ons.
Guna Brave browser. Bkk "privacy & security" pastu tick ad block. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
>Lol the terrible mobile UI and pop ups
I'd recommend Brave Browser; it's available on Android and Apple. I don't get any weird pop ups or ads anymore and it makes browsing the Internet pleasant again.
Semi related...if you're on Android you should check out YouTube Vanced it's built from the official YouTube app, but modified to skip ads; it also has beta features to skip intros/outros and sponsored content.
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Vi agora, nem testei
Or Brave.
Use Brave. Add free and private searching. It will let you use any engen
Use this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser it should be on ios too, but it blocks ads and makes sites work smoothly. Weird that recipe sites need so many ads.
Ich kann noch Brave empfehlen als Browser, basiert auf Chromium auch ohne Google Services und mit ein paar Anti Tracking Mechaniken
Brave browser for mobile?
Here's the list of replacement for the system apps that can be opened
Browser
- com.android.browser
- Replaced with Brave Browser or other browser app
Calculator
- com.miui.calculator
- Replaced with ClevCalc or other calculator app
Calendar
- com.android.calendar
- Replaced with Google Calendar or other calendar app
Compass
- com.miui.compass
- Replaced with Digital Compass or similar compass app
- Better yet, get a real compass
Mi Drop
- com.xiaomi.midrop
- Replaced with Send Anywhere or similar sharing App
Cleaner
- com.miui.cleanmaster
- Replaced with SD Maid or other system cleaner app
Mi File Manager
- com.mi.android.globalFileexplorer
- Replaced with Solid File Explorer or other file manager app
Mi Video
- com.miui.videoplayer
- Replaced with MX Player or VLC Player
Mi Wallpaper
- com.miui.miwallpaper
- Replaced with Walli or other wallpaper app
Music
- com.miui.player
- Replaced with YouTube Music or Spotify or other music app
Notes
- com.miui.notes
- Replaced with SimpleNote or other note taking app
Recorder
- com.android.soundrecorder
- Replaced with Smart Recorder or similar voice recorder app
Scanner
- com.xiaomi.scanner
- Replaced Binary Eye or similar QR Scanner app
Screen Recorder
- com.miui.screenrecorder
- Replaced with AZ Screen Recorder or similar screen recorder app
Weather
- com.miui.weather2
- Replaced with Today's Weather or similar weather app
Yellow Pages
- com.miui.yellowpage
- Replaced with Truecaller or othe Caller ID app
- The alternative app is an optional install
I felt this browser is fast in loading pages and doesn't slow the system as well.
App store : https://apps.apple.com/in/app/brave-vpn-private-web-browser/id1052879175
Android : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en&gl=US
I have installed Brave Beta (v1.12.82) and Sync v2 has landed: https://brave.com/download-beta/
It's also available on Brave Nightly for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser_nightly
It will also hopefully land on Brave Beta for Android in the near future.
I would recommend against using adb removal for anything other than actual bloatware apps such as Facebook or Linked in. While it wouldn't hurt to uninstall things such as AR Emoji or Printing or Car mode, there's absolutely no benefits either. No, it won't speed up the phone. No, it won't save battery.
However, the rest of the tips are pretty great. Vanced Youtube is incredible. DNS66 is nice. I used that before privateDNS was a thing.
I'd like to add a few things as well. Brave Browser is a fantastic privacy browser that has built ad block as well. I believe they will be supporting 3rd party extensions soon but don't quote me on that.
The next few tips are for Samsung phones. Galaxy labs is fantastic. File Guardian can protect accidentally deleted files.
App booster claims to optimize apps performance up to 5%. Side note on this one: I'm not sure if it's actually do anything or it's placebo since I have a brand new phone.
Disconnect Pro is great too. Don't buy it full priceas it does go on sale sometimes. I was lucky enough to download it a few years ago when it was on sale for literally $0.00.
Bixby. While the voice assistant is still worthless in my opinion, Bixby is still a great feature. If you have a phone with a dedicated button for Bixby, you can use apps like BX Actions to use the button for anything you want. Flash light? Sure. Tasker? Go for it. Any app you want? Yupp.
Also, Bixby Routines. It's a more user friendly and free(although more limited) version of Tasker. You can find this in Advanced Features on your phone.
Screen recording. There's a built in app in the quick panel to record up to 1080p video. A lot of apps do this but the real benefit is you can choose between no sound being recorded, just internal sound or media sounds and mic. Most apps that I've found do not have the internal sound option.
Package Disablers. Currently, there are 2 that I know of. This is an easier way of adb commands however it doesn't actually remove the app. It just disables it from having any impact on your phone. I
The first one is CCSWE. It was working perfect for a long time. But last month it stopped working. I'm just putting it here in case the developer fixes it. There is a comment in the reviews claiming Google terminated the developers account and due to a medical emergency he is unable to resolve it currently.
The other one is Package Disabler Pro. This one does currently work. However, the developers are incredibly sketchy. They're removed the app from google play a bunch of times and then re add it to the store with absolutely zero changes and refuse to honor your original purchase.
You can buy it from their website and it will continue to work. However, you're limited how many times you can install the apk and they limit you to one device serial permanently. So if you get a new phone, you'll need to repurchase it.
Lastly, AccuBattery and Better Battery Stats. Accu Battery will give a much more accurate description of your screen time compared to the built in method. Better Battery stats will allow you to see battery draining apps by analyzing wakelocks.
>Kiwi Browser
Check out Brave Browser
Maybe Brave (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser) is an alternative, until the problem gets fixed. Chromium based with a lot of nifty navigation features.
Ask him to try Brave Browser instead.
Brave browser is built on Chrome if you prefer the Chrome look and has adblocker/script blocker built in
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
there's probably a few more out there
I use these
* Brave
* Browser
* Edge
* Firefox Nightly
* Kiwi Browser
* Opera Mini
* Privacy Browser
* Puffin
* Pure Browser
* Samsung Internet Beta
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<ul> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser">Brave</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yandex.browser">Browser</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.emmx">Edge</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.mozilla.fenix.nightly">Firefox Nightly</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kiwibrowser.browser">Kiwi Browser</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.mini.native">Opera Mini</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.stoutner.privacybrowser.standard">Privacy Browser</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cloudmosa.puffin">Puffin</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pure.lite.browser">Pure Browser</a> <li> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.sbrowser.beta">Samsung Internet Beta</a> </ul> List made using <a href=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.onyxbits.listmyapps>List My Apps</a>
Use Brave browser and set every link to open in external browser. Haven't had ads for years (partly cos of root + adaway) but still.
Mainoksista YouTubessa ja muuallakin internetissä pääsee eroon mainostenesto-ohjelmalla. En tiedä miksei tämä ole jo jokaisella ollut asennettuna viimeiset 10 vuotta, mutta parempi myöhään kun ei milloinkaan.
Tässä linkit uBlock Originiin Firefoxille, Chromelle tai Safarille
Älypuhelimelle sama lisäosa on saatavilla Firefox Mobileen. Vaihtoehtoisesti voit ladata Brave Browserin jossa on sisäänrakennettu ad blocker.
YouTubesta mainokset saat (android) älypuhelimella pois lataamalla YouTube Vanced. Muista asentaa myös MicroG jos haluat kirjautua sisään.
Now that you mention Android, I would give Brave a try. It has an integrated ad-blocker (ish), is based on Chromium... but they also have to pay the bills (software development isn't free), so there are ads.
You can also try Firefox plus UBlock Origin
What I mean by the play store cesspool is beware of the search within the store itself. I always google android *application name* instead. This way I don't get lured into looking at lookalike apps.
Hope that helps!
If you want to block ads specifically in a browser I recommend Brave It's literally just chrome except with an adblock.
Try using Brave https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Yes everything is available cross platform.
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brave-fast-privacy-web-browser/id1052879175
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Or just follow the link from https://brave.com/download/ for macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Brave Browser | ios | Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US) | GitHub
edit: add: recommendation
Because you are not using an Adblocking browser , like Brave https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Well i think the official way is by toggling the option in your user settings.
If you're on the new reddit: Top right menu > User Settings > (scroll to the bottom) "Opt out of the redesign".
If you're on the old reddit: Preferences > Beta options > Disable "Use the redesign as my default experience".
You can also replace the 'www' in the url of your bookmarks or links with 'old' or 'new' if you want to go directly to either version of the website. For example, change www.reddit.com to old.reddit.com or new.reddit.com.
If you're on mobile and it still didn't work, for some reason switching to the desktop site happened to make it stick to the old reddit for me (idk if it matters, but it was in Brave browser, on android). You can click on the top right "hamburger" menu, and click "Desktop Site". Or try this link: https://www.reddit.com/?utm_name=desktop_link
And if you want to get back to the mobile version: Scroll to the bottom of the page on the desktop website, find the 'apps & tools' heading, and click on the 'mobile website' link under that heading. (You may need to clear the cookies in your browser before trying this).
Also here's an old-school-looking mobile version i found: https://i.reddit.com
Also, i found out there's location-based filters...: https://www.reddit.com/r/popular.compact?geo_filter=AU
Chromium is the open-source version of Google Chrome (both developed by Google). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chromium_(web_browser)#Differences_from_Google_Chrome.
I don't know much about Chrome OS and it's not relevant to Android anyways.
Google does not provide downloads for Chromium browser for Android, but Bromite does via their F-Droid repository: (https://www.bromite.org/fdroid), instructions about how to install there.
I'd recommend you Brave (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser) because it's a Chromium/Chrome fork with many privacy features such as ad-blocking, anti-fingerprinting, etc.
> How do you deal with Chrome and use Chromium?
You can have both installed because they have different package names/ID.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=de_AT oder Firefox mit uBlock Origin (ja, gibts auch am handy)
Brave Browser. Built on Chromium with out any sort of tracking. You can individually allow what your browser can load. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Try the brave browser on tablet & phones, it's getting better every day https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
I generally find Firefox Beta releases are faster, and the much more experimental Firefox Nightlies even more so, but it's a lot more experiential.
Running Firefox Beta/Nightly with Unlock Origin and Privacy Possum will speed up heavy load websites.
Besides Firefox's Gecko, there's only Chromium left. If you're looking at that, Brave would probably be the best.
I am not sure which security app you are using. I do not recommend any sort of security app that is downloaded from the PlayStore.
Before moving to LineageOS I recommend you try:
Backing up data
Factory Reset device
Android Software update
Then I recommend you install Brave Browser from the PlayStore. It does a good job at AdBlocking while browsing the web.
For YouTube you are going to need to do a few more steps:
Try the Brave browser. I just use that to browse any mobile site riddled with ads.
For Android, I found Brave to be less sluggish than Firefox, and it has an in-built ad blocker.
I wish i could block those ads in chrome too. But you could use another browser
P.S. shoutout to your flair
Or you can just use Brave. Blocks the ads and enables background play all by itself without any addons.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Nessun add-on, è un browser basato su Chrome https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
android link for the lazy
Also there is Brave Browser, It's based off of chrome without all the memory leaks!
Brave. It's basically just a Chrome with a built in adblocker.
That's why I use the Brave Browser
If you want to find other improvements to your phone like Brave Browser, check here and the posts following here. You'll find a lot of interesting things from Youtube Vanced (also works without root!) to spam call blockers.
Try Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker or the other bits listed here. They aren't owned by the Chinese like Opera.
You should try out Brave
It's based off of the chrome browser.
Try Brave Browser. It can block scripts.
Wait, what?
I still have FF mobile but if you're not a techie just download brave they've cooked that all in ready to go.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Chrome, IMO no reason to use any other browser.
A few users have mentioned Brave, though I've never used it myself.
~~Try Brave Browser its fast, privacy oriented with a build in ad blocker and open source too. You can even download Websites, for reading them offline later. But Brave Browser for Desktop PC is not the best, due to I wonder how fast it is on Android.~~
Get Brave Browser
Brave Browser No trackers, and private surfing. Blazing fast.
I just use this on mobile devices.
Hi @Radmoxtron I was just about to recommend Brave Browser:
ios - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-browser-fast-adblocker/id1052879175?mt=8
android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I'd especially recommend it for the desktop, however, I'd advice you to wait a couple of weeks before downloading it; the team are fixing a few issues that users are annoyed by and will soon release a version which has well over 500 issues fixed, which is why I'd advice you to wait.
It has and will soon have better enhanced ad and track blocking capabilities and also maintains an anti-fingerprinting feature which blocks webrtc and possibly a few other things as well as several other unique features.
With all the weekly news about exploits, malware, zero days, fake apps, Trojans, etc, I worry about installing anything from Fdroid. Maybe if the app was completely open source I'd consider it.
Ok I'm going to give it a shot
I've been using Brave for browser based ad blocking but it would be nice to have full app wide as blocking
I personally use lightning browser, which is found on fdroid.
I also hear brave is pretty good.
I also recommend Brave Browser.
Brave includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I recommend playing with Brave (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser). It's a chrome fork so gbf recognizes it as a playable browser, and you don't get the bug with it. (Tested on my one+3t running android oreo)
Perhaps set Joey to use external browser for all links then use Brave as your default browser? Not ideal, but works for me.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
I recommend Brave Browser. Brave includes built in Ad Blocking, HTTPS Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Blocking Ads, etc will save data.
Use Brave.. It manages battery much better than Chrome. Oh and it has an ad blocker built in
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
As another user said, Samsung Internet browser is good, also is a Chrome based browser with built in adblocker named Brave.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
I also recommend Brave Browser since for me it is a whole lot faster than Firefox and includes built in Ad Blocking, Https Everywhere, Script Blocking, 3rd party cookie blocking and a whole lot more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
The browser is the Android version of Brave. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser . It is built on Chromium so the bug should replicate in Chrome too.
Why not use brave? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Why not use brave? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Brave (made by the same guy who created Firefox) is a version of chrome with ad blocking and anti tracking built in. Pages load way faster and use less data. The browser even opens faster because it isn't loading additional adblock plugins.
Anyone interested, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
No regulating it as a public utility is not 'stupid' it is what's called 'being responsible.' The public use google to such an extent that it must be regulated in some way to ensure the information it is providing is correct and unbiased otherwise it is free to impose its thoughts and views on the masses without even being fact checked. The data collection and tracking of users should also be regulated, as it has gone beyond stalker and is now incredibly invasive. Im glad to be rid of it using these alternatives:
Man, that sucks. Some manufacturers choose to lock bootloader in certain countries. It is possible that your phone is unlockable without shenanigans. This process is pretty sraight-forward IF they have chosen to let you, otherwise things may get bloody.
Honestly, all of this has been made ridiculously complicated. If it's the browser ads that annoy you the most, consider trying Brave browser. It's not completely finalized yet, but the devs truly care and listen to feedback. It blocks ads and also trackers - exactly what the Apple news are about.
I use Brave as my browser.
I've tried them all and keep coming back to Brave Browser:
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
I use:
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
I keep trying the Android Firefox app since I use Firefox on ALL of my home computers. Unfortunately, in my opinion, Android Firefox is much too slow and lags. I would recommend trying Brave Browser. I've tried lots of browsers and keep coming back to Brave which is my default Android browser.
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
I would love to use Firefox on my phone but it is too slow. I recommend using Brave Browser:
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
I use:
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Ditch Goolag, get Brave!
Brave Web Browser is a fast, free, secure web browser for Android with a built-in AdBlock, tracking and security protection, and optimized data and battery experience.
If your phone isn't rooted download Brave Browser. It's made by the guys who used to head Firefox when they were industry leading. It has a lot of built in blockers including a very good adblocker and runs VERY quickly.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_GB
So Eros has been shut down, finding the new (& classic) british fappintons can be tough.
I've used it on PC, so not sure if it's ok to use on Mobile/Cell I've started using a browser on my Iphone called 'Brave', it blocks pop ups and all that bollocks pretty well & is available on App Store & Google Play
If you've any recommended grot site filled with stinky british fanny, please feel free to leave a link.
Brave Browser: Fast AdBlocker
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Untill Mozilla adds tab support to focus, you can give brave browser a try. It's open source, fast and smooth as chrome and is geared towards privacy.
Thanks for the reply. Is Brave a good option?
How does it compare to Brave Browser? I've been trying it out recently and it seems much faster than regular FF (with ad block extensions) and Chrome on my MXPE.
Try Brave browser app. It is cloned from chrome and has in-built ad blocking.
Brave's pretty good. It's essentially Chromium with a built in ad blocker.
I know this is late but if you're on Android try Brave. It's chrome but with AdBlock.
Use Brave. It is Chrome, but with adblocking.
I didn't like Firefox on Android, either. Try Brave instead: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser I hope it helps but chrome using ten percent battery power is crazy!
If you install Brave browser and use chrome custom browser of brave browser in the link handling menu you will get an icon to disable ads. Hope this helps.
Brave benutzt Chromium und sieht deswegen genau so aus wie Chrome falls jemand das Design von Chrome mag.
Kann ansonsten auch sehr Brave Browser empfehlen. Ist ein Fork von Chrome (d.h. sieht genau so aus und lässt sich genauso bedienen) mit zusätzlicher Ad-Block-Funktionalität. Die Herstellerfirma gehört zu Brendan Eich (der Ehemals-Firefox-Typ), sollte man also vertrauen können.
You could also use the Chromium-based Brave (by former Mozilla CEO) if all you need is ad-blocking as an extension.
You should check out Brave Browser it's a chromium based open source browser with adblock, https everywhere.
Brave Browser, which is basically Chrome with a built-in adblocker.
Be sure to enable 'Auto-complete searches and URLs' under Settings>Brave Shields & Privacy.
Are you talking about this Brave:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser?
Try Brave?
You can also install Brave browser. No ads and you can play videos on the background like on the YT premium app.
Brave browser blocks ads and tracking, has already implemented a way to support your favorite content creators directly, and is implementing a way to enable non-tracking non-invasive ads that advertisers pay you directly to see, which you can then use to support your favorite content creators.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-browser-fast-adblocker/id1052879175?mt=8
~~Brave: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser~~
~~Bromite: https://bromite.org~~
Firefox: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.mozilla.firefox (Must install uBlock Origin addon: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/ublock-origin/
Edited: Added ~~strikethrough~~.
get Brave Browser. It's almost exactly Chrome (based on the same current Chromium build, currently 70.0) but with built-in adblocking, HTTPS everywhere, and script blocking. it's incredible. in the past 6 months or so, it says i've blocked 43,000 ads, 34,000 trackers blocks, 2,700 HTTPS upgrades, and 1 hour estimated time saved without all that nonsense in my life.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/brave-browser-fast-adblocker/id1052879175?mt=8
Solved the issue by using YouTube on this browser, no ads https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
If you want privacy and adblocking try this browser https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser called brave. I've started using it this week and it's excellent so far
The three rules to improve battery life are:
1) Turn off WiFi, Bluetooth, and location services when not in use.
2) Use Greenify to help force your phone into Doze.
3) Uninstall any application owned by Facebook. You can usually replace these using the Progressive Web App (mobile site) and a browser like Brave Browser.
You can add hours to your battery life by getting rid of Facebook's family of apps.
DDG has built in adblock, but there's isn't any settings to tweak for the instances it fails. You might have better luck if you try using ~~Brave~~ instead.
EDIT: Looking into it further, you should probably just use Firefox and install ublock origin . When I originally wrote this comment, I hadn't realized that Firefox's add-ons, including ublock, were compatible with the mobile app.
I really like using the Brave Browser.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser
Use brave.
It's a fork of chromium with advert and tracking blocking
Edit: Google play store
Try Brave. It keeps an offline copy in the tab iirc. Plus it's an overall great browser. In built ad-block and has a clean UI.
Edit :- I might be wrong cuz just read that it has everything to do with your RAM.
I have no idea how people cash out BAT tokens, I have been deeply skeptical about crypto from the start and never got involved, so it could be as hard as you say.
I will say though that creators apparently don't get notified until they have accumulated equivalent of $100 USD so that part is reasonable.
> > According to Brave: * They have 5 million monthly active users
> That’s really adorable that you believe that.
Google's Play Store says they have 10 million+ installs: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en_US
Have a look at brave browser - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en
Seriously, check it out - the app store reviews alone are convincing enough. Amazing browser - been loving it since August ��
Edit: iOS link / Google Play link