My phone is running AOSP without google services and almost all of the applications I use come from F-Droid. Few exceptions are the apps for paid services that I use and they are installed from Aurora Store.
- I use fdroidcl to install and update applications.
- Backup is covered in the post “Backing up an Android phone”.
- I use syncthing to share a directory between my laptops and the phone.
- I have “Password Store” files in the shared directory in case I need access to passwords on the phone (rarely).
- In AFWall+ I whitelist only selected apps. All others are denied to access the net.
F-Droid apps
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| AnkiDroid | A flashcard-based study aid |
| AntennaPod | Easy-to-use, flexible and open-source podcast manager and player |
| Aurora Store | Play store alternative |
| BinaryEye | Yet another barcode scanner for Android. Free, no ads and open source. |
| Calculator++ | Scientific calculator with sleek interface and powerful capabilities |
| Fennec F-Droid | Browse the web |
| Goodtime | Minimalist Pomodoro Timer |
| K-9 Mail | Full-featured email client |
| Kvaesitso | A search-focused, free and open source launcher for Android |
| KOReader | Ebook reader supporting multiple formats like PDF, DjVu, EPUB, FB2 |
| LinPhone | SIP (VOIP) phone |
| Memo Game | Find pairs of cards |
| MuPDF viewer | Lightweight document viewer |
| NewPipe x SponsorBlock | A free lightweight YouTube frontend for Android with SponsorBlock capabilities |
| Offi Stations | King of public transit planning! |
| OpenKeychain | Encrypt your Files and Communications. Compatible with the OpenPGP Standard. |
| OpenVPN for Android | OpenVPN without root |
| Orgzly | Outliner for notes and tasks in plain-text |
| OsmAnd~ | Global Mobile Map Viewing & Navigation for Offline and Online OSM Maps |
| PassAndroid | View Passbook files |
| Password Store | Manage your passwords |
| PipePanic | A plumbers favorite game |
| Puzzles | 39 single-player logic games |
| QKSMS | Messaging app |
| QuickDic | Offline translation dictionary |
| Quinb | A multiplayer reaction game: train your mind and your reflexes while having fun. |
| SatStat | GPS, sensor and network status |
| SimpleSSHD | Easy to use SSH server |
| Syncthing | File synchronization |
| Telegram | Telegram is a messaging app with a focus on speed and security. |
| VLC | The best video and music player. Fast and “just works”, plays any file |
| Voice | Simple audiobook player |
Archive
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| KISS launcher | Custom launcher |
| AFWall+ | Control network traffic |
| AnySoftKeyboard | Keyboard |
| Amaze | Manage local files |
| andOTP | Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP) from QR codes for two-factor authentication |
| Clock | A combination of a clock, alarm, stopwatch and timer. |
| Loop Habit Tracker | Track your habits and long-term goals |
| Binaural Beats | Meditation helper |
| Survival Manual | Learn how to survive |
| Soundboard | Play short sound samples on touch |
| Red Moon | Filter blue light from your screen for a better sleep |
| GPSLogger | Lightweight GPS Logging |
| Der Die Das | learning genders of German nouns |
| Open Camera | Camera App |
| UnifiedNlp (no GAPPS) | Location provider middleware (UnifiedNlp) |
| OneTwo | Provides you with dices, counter and timers |
| Meditation Assistant | Feature packed meditation session timer and recorder |
| LocalGsmNlpBackend | UnifiedNlp location provider (local GSM database) |
| Planning Poker | Planning Poker for phone, tablet and wear devices |
| NominatimNlpBackend | UnifiedNlp geocoding provider (MapQuest Nominatim) |
| RadioBeacon | Contribute to coverage maps |