PHApp Overview & Specifications
An Android 9/10 inspired custom Volume Control Panel replacement application designed to override system volume dialogs with enhanced configuration options.| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum OS Requirement | Android 6.0+ |
| Current Version | v30.04 |
| Data Privacy | No collection or sharing of personal data; lacks permissions required for data harvesting. |
| Ad Presence | No advertisements |
Key Features & Customization
- Layout & Positioning: Left or right-handed modes, customizable vertical positioning, custom panel timeout duration, and options to start the panel collapsed or expanded.
- Stream Management: Independent control over Cast, Media, Ring, Call, and Alarm streams. Includes Bluetooth volume control and the ability to hide the alarm volume panel.
- App Exclusions: Option to blacklist specific applications from triggering the custom panel.
- System Integration: Ability to force-close native system volume dialogs.
Quick Access & Shortcuts
In-Panel Quick Access Icons
- Direct access to alarm clock configuration and alarm status.
- Instant muting for media or casting streams.
- Toggle switch between speaker and earpiece during active calls.
- Audio profile toggles: Ring, Vibrate, and Do Not Disturb (Silent).
Quick Settings Pull-Down Tiles & Pinned Shortcuts (Android Oreo+)
- Mute Media
- Toggle Ring Mode
- Launch Volume Panel
Required Permissions
- Accessibility Service: Required to detect hardware volume key presses and identify excluded applications.
- Notification Listener Access: Required to detect active audio casting streams and toggle system Do Not Disturb modes.
- Overlay Permissions (
SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW): Required to display the custom volume panel over other active applications.
Limitations & Interferences
- Lockscreen Support: Cannot display over the system lockscreen or the native system notification pull-down menu.
- Hardware Limitations: Cannot detect the initial hardware long-press event; a second click is required for long-press registration.
- Third-Party Conflict: Button mapping utilities (e.g., Button Mapper, Bixby Button Remapper) may interfere with performance if volume button customization is enabled simultaneously.
Version Changelog (v30.04)
- Restructured the main menu layout to improve option visibility.
- Implemented basic volume stream locking functionality.
Technical Mod Modifications
- Removed signature and security checks.
- Optimized graphical assets and zipaligned the package for improved performance.
- Stripped debug information and code logging.