VLC for Android

Editor's Review

VLC media player is your go-to, free and open-source cross-platform multimedia player 🎬 that handles almost any multimedia file you throw at it! Whether it's discs, devices, or network streaming protocols, VLC has got you covered. This version is specifically designed for the Android™ platform, bringing all the power of the desktop version to your mobile device 📱.

With VLC for Android, you can play any video and audio files 🎶, plus network streams, network shares, drives, and even DVD ISOs – just like you would on your computer. It’s also a fully-featured audio player, complete with a comprehensive database, an equalizer, and filters to handle all those unique audio formats you love 🎧.

VLC is made for everyone, and it’s completely free! There are no ads, no in-app purchases, and absolutely no spying. It’s developed by passionate volunteers who believe in sharing their work with the world. The entire source code is available for free, so you know exactly what you’re getting 💖.

Key Features:

• Versatile Playback: Plays most local video and audio files, as well as network streams (including adaptive streaming) and DVD ISOs.
• Format Support: Supports all formats including MKV, MP4, AVI, MOV, Ogg, FLAC, TS, M2TS, Wv, and AAC.
• All Codecs Included: No need to download separate codecs; everything is built-in.
• Subtitle Support: Supports subtitles, Teletext, and Closed Captions for a complete viewing experience.
• Media Library: A comprehensive media library for audio and video files with direct folder browsing.
• Advanced Controls: Multi-track audio and subtitle support, auto-rotation, aspect-ratio adjustments, and intuitive gestures for volume, brightness, and seeking.
• Audio Features: Includes a widget for audio control, supports audio headset control, cover art, and a complete audio media library.

Features

• Plays local and network video and audio files

• Supports MKV, MP4, AVI, MOV, Ogg, FLAC, and more

• Includes codecs, no separate downloads needed

• Supports subtitles, Teletext, and Closed Captions

• Media library for audio and video files

• Allows browsing folders directly

• Multi-track audio and subtitles support

• Auto-rotation and aspect-ratio adjustments

• Gestures to control volume, brightness, seeking

Pros

• Plays most multimedia files, discs, and streams

• Supports a wide range of video and audio formats

• Includes a complete audio player with equalizer

• Totally free with no ads or in-app purchases

• Developed by passionate volunteers, open-source code

Cons

• Requires several permissions for full functionality

• Some advanced features may be complex for beginners