Ox Shell

A launcher that recreates the feel of a classic video game system

Ox Games · com.OxGames.OxShell

Not rated yet 10+ downloads v1.2.0 6.3 MB Android 8.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v1.2.0 (5)
Updated: Apr 6, 2023 (3 years ago)
APK size: 6.3 MB
Requires: Android 8.0+ (API 26)
CPU support: Any (no native code)
Graphics: OpenGL ES 3.2+
Category: Personalization (app)
Permissions: 7 (4 sensitive)
Website: oxgames.co
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Ox Shell is an app by Ox Games in the Personalization category. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

It asks for 7 permissions, 4 of them sensitive, including access all files, read shared storage and request installing other apps.

What's new in v1.2.0

Changes: - Significant performance boost in home menu - Added Android TV support - Added setting to customize system UI visibility - Added delete prompt in file explorer - Added a debug view - Fixed an issue with controller being dropped when clearing apps - Fixed an issue where on press actions were happening on release - Fixed an issue with resource icons sometimes changing

Description

From the listing uploaded by “zerokillofficial”.

Introducing Ox Shell for Android, a sleek and intuitive home screen experience inspired by the iconic look of a classic video game system. With Ox Shell, you can enjoy easy access to all your favorite apps and games, all while enjoying a visually stunning interface that's sure to impress. Ox Shell features a horizontal scrolling menu that allows you to quickly navigate through your apps and games. You can easily customize your home screen with your favorite apps and emulators, and the launcher's intuitive design ensures that everything is easy to find and access. One of the core features of Ox Shell is its ability to be navigated through with a gamepad. You can even open the app switcher using a gamepad (accessibility permission must be enabled for this feature). The launcher also supports intuitive touch controls. Ox Shell can be used as a live wallpaper service. It allows you to pick from a couple of built-in options or even to set up your own shaders as your device's background. On top of that Ox Shell also doubles as a file explorer. Allowing you to copy, cut, rename files, and more. So if you're looking for a home screen experience that's both beautiful and functional, Ox Shell is the perfect choice. With its sleek design, customizable options, and powerful performance, it's the perfect way to take your Android experience to the next level. You can build Ox Shell yourself using the github project at https://github.com/oxters168/OxShell

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Unknown

Signing certificate

Certificate issued to “Ox Games” Not the developer's name (“Ox Games”). Names in certificates can't be verified, so this alone proves nothing.

Store checks and file details

Developer signature not checked yet Apr 6, 2023
Antivirus scan result not available
Signed byCN=Oxters Wyzgowski, O=Ox Games, L=Toledo, ST=Ohio
Signing certificate (SHA-1)C6:D3:25:C4:B2:92:D2:D0:08:72:D5:9C:A6:E3:3B:73:3D:E5:EE:D7
File MD531a1faac0c311e2bd6699db02bf36916
Uploaded by “zerokillofficial” 342 followers · uploading since 2019

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Permissions (7)

Ox Shell requests 7 permissions, 4 of them sensitive.

Access all files Sensitive android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Request installing other apps Sensitive android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES
See all installed apps Sensitive android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.OxGames.OxShell.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Request delete packages android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES
Set wallpaper android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER

Ox Shell APK: questions and answers

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is the Ox Shell APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Unknown. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 31a1faac0c311e2bd6699db02bf36916.