LibreTube (YouTube client) v0.28.1

☑ | Features & Mod Info ✅

◉ A free alternative to YouTube App

◉ Support Background video playback

◉ Ad-free and simple user interface

◉ No login required or Google services

◉ User accounts are supported

◉ Manage your subscriptions

◉ Subtitles integrated into the video.

◉ Trending videos & popular channels

◉ Search videos without search filters 

◉ Multi Languages & CPUs: Universal

✍️ | Release by GitHub

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LibreTube v0.28.1 is a version of the popular open-source YouTube client for Android. It's designed to offer a privacy-focused, ad-free experience, and it comes with a number of features that distinguish it from the official YouTube app.

Here's a breakdown of what LibreTube v0.28.1 is about:

Core Principles and Features:

• Privacy-Focused: LibreTube aims to protect user privacy by not using any Google services or trackers. It can bypass Google's data collection by using the Piped API, which acts as a proxy server between you and YouTube. This prevents YouTube from accessing your IP address and other personal data.

• Ad-Free: A major selling point is the complete absence of ads and product placements, providing an uninterrupted viewing experience.

• Lightweight and Open Source: The app is built with Material Design 3, making it smooth and efficient. It's licensed under the GPL-3.0, meaning it's free to use, study, change, and share.

• SponsorBlock Integration: It supports SponsorBlock, a community-driven feature that automatically skips sponsored segments within videos.

• Downloads and Background Playback: You can download videos to watch offline and play audio in the background while using other apps or with the screen off.

• User Accounts (via Piped): While it doesn't support Google accounts, it allows you to create and log in to a Piped account, which enables you to sync your subscriptions and playlists across different devices.

Key Updates in v0.28.1:

One of the most significant changes in version 0.28.1 is the introduction of "Full Local Mode." This new option allows users to bypass Piped and make all API requests directly to YouTube's servers, similar to how the NewPipe app works. This offers users more control and an alternative if they prefer not to use a middleman server.

Other notable changes and fixes in this version include:

• Improved user experience for custom instance dialogs.

• Smoother transitions between the background player and the video player.

• Fixes for numerous bugs, including issues with playback, subscription lists, and the back gesture.

• The ability to remember previous playlist download options and repeat mode settings.

• Added an option to hide upcoming videos from your feed.