PHVanced (Modified YouTube Client)
Vanced is a modified YouTube client designed to provide an enhanced viewing experience by integrating features typically unavailable in the standard application. This version operates without the need for root access or external plug-ins like MicroG.Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
| Android Version | 5.0 and up |
| Package Name | com.biomes.vanced |
| Architecture | Armeabi-v7a, Arm64-v8a |
| Localization | Full Multi-Language support |
| Source Type | AOSP Pure (No Google Services) |
Core Features
- Ad-Blocking: Comprehensive removal of video advertisements.
- Playback: Supports background playback and Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode.
- Navigation: Automatic skipping of intros and mid-video segments.
- Controls: Built-in volume and brightness gesture controls.
- Authentication: Support for Google login without MicroG.
- Interface: User-friendly UI with YouTube Premium/Pro theming.
Modification Log
| Type | Modification Details |
| Performance | Disabled largeheap for memory management; optimized graphics/resources. |
| Privacy/Tracking | Max analytics and Crashlytics patched; Install Referrer tracking disabled. |
| Functionality | Stops running upon removal from recents; added explicit YouTube domain support. |
| UI/UX (HEROMODS) | App name/icon changed to YouTube; Premium header implemented; full Pro theme. |
| System | Debug information and default .source tags removed; reduced long-press speed to 2x. |
Version History
- Changelog: Not provided by developer.
- Release Credit: HEROMODS