Dumpsys Packages Copycat vs MemoryGuardian
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
Dumpsys Packages Copycat
With the introduction of the QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES permission, as far as I understand, it became impossible to use built-in tools to list and inspect installed packages. (Please let me know if you are aware of another workaround.) That is, of course, assuming you don't have access to root privileges. However, you might not desire to root your phone, either because it can turn out to be quite difficult to achieve, or because it has numerous disadvantages in itself, anyway. Another option is to connect to the phone via Android Debug Bridge (ADB) and run: adb shell dumpsys | sed -n '/^Packages:/,/^[[:space:]]*$/p' The command prints the "Packages" section from dumpsys, which contains detailed information about every installed package. It works, but the downside is obvious: You need an extra device to connect and run adb. This app strives to reproduce the output from above command, right on your phone - neither root privileges nor ADB required - using only API calls and the QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES permission.
MemoryGuardian
A Small App for Enhanced Privacy & SecurityMemory Guardian is a lightweight Android app that enhances user privacy and security by automatically clearing the clipboard at set intervals. This helps protect sensitive information, like passwords, from potential leaks to other applications.Key Features:Automatic Clearing: Set customizable intervals for automatic clipboard clearing.Manual Clearing: Use the "Clear" button for immediate action.Clipboard Editing: Edit clipboard content directly within the app for quick adjustments.Notifications: Get notified when the clipboard is cleared.Dark Mode: Switch between light and dark themes for a personalized experience.Tiny: The app is small in size and does not consume much storage space.No Permissions: Memory Guardian does not require any permissions to function, ensuring user privacy.No Ads: Enjoy an ad-free experience with no interruptions.Minimalistic: Experience a clean and clutter-free interface for a distraction-free user experience.Open Source: Contribute to the project and help improve the app for everyone.
| Feature | Dumpsys Packages Copycat | MemoryGuardian |
|---|---|---|
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-3.0-only |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHubIzzyOnDroid |
| Categories | Password ManagerProductivityDev Tools | Password ManagerProductivity |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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