PHVanced Edition (Non-Root/No MicroG)
The Vanced modification for Android (5.0+) is a highly optimized YouTube client designed to operate independently of the MicroG framework or root access. This build prioritizes a streamlined user experience by eliminating advertisements and integrating premium features like background playback, picture-in-picture (PiP) mode, and intuitive swipe controls for volume and brightness.Developed by HEROMODS, the package (
com.biomes.vanced) features extensive backend refinements aimed at performance and privacy. The application maintains a native user interface consistent with the official YouTube Premium aesthetic while supporting standard Google account integration.Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Package Name | com.biomes.vanced |
| Android Version | 5.0 and above |
| Architecture | Armeabi-v7a, Arm64-v8a |
| APK Size | Reduced from 20MB to 15MB |
| Framework | AOSP-pure (No MicroG required) |
| Optimization | Disabled largeheap for memory efficiency |
Key Modifications
- Privacy & Analytics: Complete removal of ad SDKs, trackers, and Firebase analytics.
- Performance: Optimized graphics and resources for a smaller footprint and faster loading.
- Resource Management: Configured to stop running once removed from recent apps to save battery.
- Clean Manifest: Stripped of Facebook, Vungle, FlatAds, Huawei, Yandex, and Google Ads SDKs.
- Aesthetics: Premium header with icon on the top-left; fully themed to match YouTube Pro/Premium.
- General Fixes: Removed debug information, .source tags, and mobile data usage toasts.
Feature Overview
- Ad-Free Experience: Unlimited video streaming without interruptions.
- Background Play: Continue listening to audio while using other apps or with the screen off.
- Enhanced Controls: Manual swipe gestures for brightness and volume management.
- Playback Speed: Adjusted long-press playback speeds for efficient viewing.
- Universal Support: Multi-language support across major CPU architectures.
Version Information
What's New- General performance improvements.
- Backend stability refinements.
- Resource optimization.
- No MicroG required.
- No Root required.
- Analytics and Crashlytics disabled.
- Install Referrer tracking disabled.