Better Internet Tiles vs Privacy Flip
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
Better Internet Tiles
NOTE: This app requires shell access, which can be granted using either Shizuku or root. This application aims to create a unified internet quick-settings tile, which is actually useful (I'm looking at you, Android 12). Next to this, separate Wi-Fi and mobile data tiles are also available if you just want to go back to the behaviour of Android 11 or lower. Tapping the new unified internet tile will simply toggle between Wi-Fi and mobile data, which is exactly what I want it to do most of the time. This reduces the amount of taps needed from 3 (tap tile, disable wifi, enable data) to just 1 quick tap. In situations where you still want more control, long pressing the tile will redirect you to the relevant settings page.
Privacy Flip
Privacy Flip automatically manages your device's privacy features based on screen lock/unlock state. When you lock your device, it can disable Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile data, location services, NFC, and even camera/microphone sensors. When you unlock, it intelligently restores the features you want back on. Works with Root OR Shizuku - Choose your preferred privilege method! Features: • Manage your device privacy based on lock/unlock state • Dual privilege support: Root OR Shizuku (no root required!) • Automatic privilege detection (Sui > Root > Shizuku) • Configurable feature control (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mobile Data, Location, NFC, Camera, Microphone, Airplane Mode, Battery Saver) • Customizable timing delays (0-60 seconds granular, 2 minutes, or 5 minutes) • Smart "only if unused/not connected" modes for WiFi, Bluetooth, Location • App exemption system (skip privacy for specific foreground apps) • Samsung NFC payment override detection with opt-in auto-retry • Optional Accessibility Service for side button instant-lock support • Advanced multi-tier Bluetooth connection detection • Background service for persistent monitoring • Quick Settings tile integration Privacy Features Controlled: • Wi-Fi - Disable/enable wireless connectivity • Bluetooth - Control Bluetooth radio • Mobile data - Manage cellular data connection • Location services - Control GPS and location tracking • NFC - Control NFC sensor • Camera - Disable/enable camera sensor privacy (Android 12+) • Microphone - Disable/enable microphone sensor privacy (Android 12+) • Airplane Mode - Enable on lock (opt-in, disables all radios at once) • Battery Saver - Enable on lock (opt-in, reduces background activity) Note: Camera and microphone ignore custom delays and trigger immediately (if not in use to avoid interrupting calls), due to Android limitations Requirements: • Android 7.0+ (API level 24) • Android 12+ (API level 31) for camera/microphone features Choose your privilege method: Option 1: Shizuku (No root required!) • Shizuku app installed and running • ADB privileges via USB or wireless debugging • Perfect for non-rooted devices Option 2: Root Access (Recommended for rooted devices) • Root access via Magisk, SuperSU, or similar • Best performance with UID 0 privileges Option 3: Dhizuku (Device Owner method) • Device set as Device Owner or Profile Owner • No root required, no ADB after setup • Persistent privileges across reboots • Perfect for enterprise/privacy-focused setups Option 4: Sui (Best of both worlds) • Rooted device with Magisk • Sui Magisk module installed • Best user experience - automatic startup, no prompts Privacy & Security: • Zero telemetry - No data sent to external servers • Local storage only - All settings stored on device • No network permissions - App cannot access internet • Open source - https://github.com/dorumrr/privacyFlip
| Feature | Better Internet Tiles | Privacy Flip |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0-only | GPL-3.0-only |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHubIzzyOnDroid |
| Categories | Password ManagerProductivityMessagingBrowser | Password ManagerProductivity |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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