A2DP Volume vs mpvExtended
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
A2DP Volume
Automatically adjusts the media volume on connect and resets it on disconnect. This is done so that stereo streaming audio can work properly. Intended primarily for car Bluetooth systems. It can read out text messages using Text To Speech (TTS) services while you are connected. Each paired Bluetooth device or virtual device (home dock, car dock, power connection, or headset plug) can be configured to your liking. There is a manual on the website. A secondary feature is the ability to capture location information so you can find where you left your car. The location can also be automatically captured when exiting Car Mode on your Android device and read by any app that understands GPS data.
mpvExtended
mpvExtended is a front-end for the versatile media player mpv, built on the libmpv library. It aims to combine the powerful features of mpv with an easier-to-use interface and additional functionality.Simpler and Easier to Use UI: Designed to make navigation and playback smoother, especially for those who want a straightforward media player experience.Advanced Configuration and Scripting: Offers the full capabilities of mpv's scripting and configuration for users who want to customize their playback.Enhanced Playback Features: Frame-by-frame navigation, sleep timer, speed presets, and better playback history implementation.Picture-in-Picture (PiP): Continue watching videos while using other apps.Multi-Modal Controls: Includes customizable gestures for controlling volume, brightness, and playback, along with keyboard input support.High-Quality Rendering: Hardware and software video decoding with advanced rendering settings.Network Streaming: Play network streams with the "Open URL" function.File Management: Provides basic file operations like copy, move, rename, and delete.mpvExtended aims to enhance the mpv experience by making it more accessible while retaining its flexibility and powerful playback capabilities.This app respects your freedom and privacy:No trackersNo advertisementsFully open sourceNo unnecessary permissions
| Feature | A2DP Volume | mpvExtended |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0-only | Apache-2.0 |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | GitHubIzzyOnDroid |
| Categories | Media PlayerVideo | Media PlayerVideo |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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