Top 10 Hacks for your Android

Android is by far the most popular mobile operating system in the world. In May, Google announced over 2 billion monthly active devices on Android, which means that the company has an edge over Apple (who has not updated its own estimation of 1 billion devices as of late 2015). With such increasing presence, Google Play store has millions of apps (2,800,000 according to Statista), although if we were able to customize the system as we want.

No worries, this has already been done by Android developers. Here are the top 10 Android hacks to make your device more efficient and functional.

1. Install Linux on your Android phone
   Want to run desktop apps on your Android? There is a way to do that without having to learn some advanced hacking skills. An app called Debian noroot is designed just for this purpose. And it can be really helpful. For example, if you are a developer who wants to access your remote Linux desktop, you can install it and enjoy a fantastic mobile experience.
   The app has a pretty good 4.0 rating on the Google Play Store and many positive reviews from happy users. Anyway, give it try if you need, no rooting is required during the installation.

2. Hide WhatsApp images from your Gallery
   If for some reason you don’t want WhatsApp images to be shown in your Gallery, you can do it using an app called ES File Explorer. This process will take only one minute. Perform the following steps after you installed the app on your device:
   Open the app and go to “Internal Storage” (the top of the screen)

In this destination, find the “WhatsApp” folder and click on it. You will have two folders there: “Databases” and “Media”

After clicking on this folder, you’ll see a number of different media folders like “WhatsApp Animated” and “WhatsApp profile.” Your task is to long press the folder called “WhatsApp Images” and click “Hide” in the menu that appears.

That’s it. If you want to undo this option, just go to the main menu of the app and select “Show Hidden Files.”

3. Play Retro Games (Rooting Required)

If you have been feeling a need to play some retro games, there is a way you can remind yourself of how it used to feel. There are several ways to accomplish that. For example, you can install an app called MyGBA – Gameboid Emulator from Play Store, which is one of the best Nintendo Gameboy emulators.
Also, there are Java and JBED apps. You can read how they help to run java apps on android on Joy for Android.

4. Lock Your Phone Remotely

Losing your phone is a terrible event that not only deprives you of your device but also creates a risk of someone accessing your data. Unfortunately, these things happen, so it could be a good idea to protect yourself just in case. Besides, it’s really cool because you can stop a thief from poking their noses into your files.
Go to Android Device Manager and activate it if needed. Then, browse the menu and find “Remotely Locate this Device” and “Allow Remote Lock and Erase” functions and enable them.

5. Record Voice Calls Automatically

Have you ever wanted to work as a secret agent and record phone conversations without letting the other people know? If you have, shame on you, but if you do need to record a conversation, there is an app called Automatic Call Recorder that allows to do just that without rooting. The sound clarity is great and it allows to choose which conversations should be saved. 4.3 rating is also a proof of how awesome the app is.

6. Control Everything in your Android

Are you tired of turning the Wifi connection on and off when you launch an app or a game? Do you want to trigger some settings on specific days? Well, it’s all possible with MacroDroid. This is a powerful task automation and configuration app the main purpose of which is to provide you with a complete control over your Android device.

7. Control a PC or a Mac Using Your Android

Yeah, Google can even do that! By installing an app called Chrome Remote Desktop, you can access your computer from anywhere with your Android phone. Just enter the password if you must and begin working. Truly a great application that can help professionals such as essay writers who often need to work with files on their computer on the go.

8. Record Screen Without Rooting

Most of screen recorders need root permission but here’s an app that eliminates this requirement: AZ Screen Recorder. Moreover, it does not have time limits, so you’re free to record the screen as long as you want. Thanks to that, the app has 4.6 stars on Google Play Store and lots of happy users.

8. Change the Navigation Bar

Ever wanted to change the navigation bar into a colorful, awesome one? Now you can, with a great app called Navbar Apps. For example, you can select an image as a background or a color to match a running app automatically. Moreover, it allows to add some data indicators like battery percentage and even smile faces!

10. Music Visualizer under Navigation Bar

If you’re a music fan, you’ll find this hack pretty awesome. Muviz - Navbar Music Visualizer is a popular app that shows a good-looking visualizer beneath your navigation bar every time you listen to the music. Isn’t that great? Moreover, you can create your own visualizations and use them as well!

Ready to Hack?

If you want to see what your Android device is really capable of, give some of these hacks and tweaks a try. And don’t forget to let us know about your experience!