How to Read an APK’s Permissions and Manifest Before Installing It
An APK’s manifest lists every permission, component, and identity it carries. Three aapt2 commands read it all before you install — here’s how.
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Category: Android
Master Android development with comprehensive tutorials covering Android Debug Bridge (ADB), debugging tools, wireless debugging, essential commands, and mobile app development workflows. Learn everything from ADB installation to advanced debugging techniques for Android devices.
How to Hook Android App Methods with Frida: Java.use, Overloads, and Native Hooks
Five Frida hooking patterns cover nearly all Android dynamic analysis: Java.use, overload(), $init, Java.choose(), Interceptor.attach(), spawn vs attach.
F-Droid 2.0: What’s New in Android’s Open-Source App Store
F-Droid 2.0 is a Kotlin and Jetpack Compose rewrite of the open-source Android app store client, with better search, fine-grained categories, and auto-updates.
Android 17 Security Features: What’s New and How to Enable Them
Android 17 security features fight banking scams, device theft and spyware with on-device AI. See what’s new and how to enable every protection.
Common ADB Problems and How to Fix Them
Fix the most common ADB problems on Windows, Mac and Linux: unauthorized devices, empty device lists and wireless failures, with exact commands for each.
How to Set Up Wireless ADB Debugging on Android
Set up wireless ADB debugging on Android over Wi-Fi: native pairing on Android 11+ and legacy TCP/IP mode for older devices, plus troubleshooting.
Essential ADB Commands Every Developer Should Know
Essential ADB commands every Android developer should know: device management, app install, file transfer, logcat, screenshots and shell tricks.
How to Install ADB on Windows, Mac, and Linux
Install ADB on Windows, Mac and Linux with the standalone SDK Platform Tools: downloads, PATH setup, USB drivers and verification steps.
What is ADB? Android Debug Bridge Explained
Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is a tool that connects your computer to an Android device. Learn what it does, how it works, and why developers rely on it.