Do I need root or MicroG to use AudicTube?

No! AudicTube does not require root access, Google Play Services, or MicroG. It includes a native sign-in system that connects securely to your account without third-party frameworks.

Which APK build should I download for my Android device?

For almost all modern Android phones and tablets (made after 2016), download the 'arm64-v8a' APK. For older 32-bit devices, select 'armeabi-v7a'. If you are unsure, the 'universal' build works on all hardware.

Open Source Android 15+ (16KB Page Aligned) Native Touch UI GPL-3.0

The YouTube client. reimagined for touch.

Q: What is AudicTube and what is its relationship to SmartTube and SmarterTube?

AudicTube is a mobile-first fork of CodeSculptor/SmarterTube, which is itself a fork of yuliskov/SmartTube. Upstream SmartTube is designed exclusively for Android TV. SmarterTube added a native phone/tablet touch UI on top of SmartTube's YouTube client engine. AudicTube continues that work with fresh branding, 16KB page alignment for Android 15+, in-player fullscreen toggle, in-app updates, and automated GitHub release builds.

Q: What is 16KB page alignment and why does it matter?

Starting in Android 15, devices can use 16KB memory page sizes instead of the traditional 4KB. Older native C/C++ libraries cause apps to crash or show 'app not compatible' errors on 16KB devices (such as Pixel 8/9 on Android 15). AudicTube has its native C/C++ libraries aligned to 16KB, ensuring 100% stable compatibility on both 4KB and 16KB Android devices.

Q: Is AudicTube a patched YouTube APK or a wrapper?

Neither! AudicTube is NOT a patched YouTube APK (like ReVanced) and NOT a WebView wrapper. It is a real native Android application that connects directly to YouTube via SmartTube's high-performance client engine.

A phone and tablet YouTube client for Android built on SmartTube's engine. Native touch interface, 16KB page alignment for Android 15+, built-in SponsorBlock, ad blocking, Return Dislike, and screen-off playback — not a patched APK and not a wrapper.

Download APK View Source on GitHub

AudicTube Android Phone and Tablet App Interface Showcase

Mobile-First Enhancements

What's New in AudicTube

Key enhancements built on top of SmarterTube and SmartTube's engine.

16KB Page Alignment

Native C/C++ libraries rebuilt with 16KB page alignment for full compatibility with Android 15+ devices (Pixel 8/9, modern ARM kernels) — zero compatibility warnings.

In-Player Fullscreen Toggle

Dedicated fullscreen button in player controls to smoothly toggle between portrait strip and landscape fullscreen without needing to physically rotate your phone.

Smart In-App Updater

Built-in updater queries GitHub Releases, respects release channels (alpha/beta/stable), and automatically downloads the exact ABI build matching your processor.

Zero Ads & SponsorBlock

Enjoy uninterrupted streaming. Skips pre-roll ads, mid-roll interruptions, banners, sponsored video segments, intros, and recaps automatically.

Return Dislike & DeArrow

Integrated Return YouTube Dislike database reveals accurate community ratings. DeArrow replaces sensationalized clickbait titles with clean descriptions.

Background & 4K 60FPS

Listen to podcasts and video essays with screen off or locked. Hardware-accelerated decoding supports AV1, VP9, and HDR up to 4K 60FPS.

Open-Source Lineage

Relationship to Upstream

How AudicTube builds on the great work of the open-source community.

01 • Upstream Engine

yuliskov / SmartTube

The original Android TV YouTube client. The playback engine, ad blocking, SponsorBlock, Return Dislike, DeArrow, and InnerTube API code come from upstream, merged on every release.

02 • Mobile UI Foundation

CodeSculptor / SmarterTube

The first fork to add a native touch-friendly phone/tablet UI (portrait layout, navigation drawer, touch controls) on top of SmartTube's TV engine.

03 • Refinements & Identity

playpixelpro / AudicTube

Adds 16KB page alignment for Android 15+, in-player fullscreen toggle button, in-app update checker, automated GitHub CI builds, SemVer, and fresh branding.

A huge thank you to CodeSculptor for creating SmarterTube, and to yuliskov for creating the foundational SmartTube engine that makes all of this possible.

How AudicTube compares.

A native phone interface on SmartTube's engine vs other YouTube solutions.

Feature	AudicTube (Mobile)	SmartTube (Upstream)	Official YouTube	App Modifiers
UI Interface	Native Phone & Tablet	Android TV Leanback	Official Mobile	Patched Official App
Android 15+ (16KB Page Size)	16KB Aligned	TV Targets	Yes	Depends on base
Ad-Free Playback	Built-in Zero Ads	Built-in	Paid Subscription	Patched
SponsorBlock & DeArrow	Native Engine	Native Engine	No	Hooked
In-Player Fullscreen Toggle	One-Tap Button	D-pad full	Yes	Yes
Screen-Off / Background Play	Full Support	TV Background Only	Paid Premium	Patched
Google Services / MicroG	Not Required	Not Required	Requires GMS	Requires MicroG / GmsCore
Source Code & License	100% GPL-3.0 FOSS	100% GPL-3.0 FOSS	Proprietary Closed	Proprietary Base + Patches

Download AudicTube for Android

Select the APK architecture optimized for your device processor.

Recommended

arm64-v8a

For almost all modern Android smartphones and tablets (Android 8.0 through Android 15+). 16KB page aligned with highest performance.

Download arm64-v8a

Legacy Devices

armeabi-v7a

For older 32-bit Android phones and legacy hardware. Ensures full backward compatibility with older chipsets.

Download armeabi-v7a

All Hardware

Universal Build

Contains all CPU native libraries (arm64, armv7, x86). Larger download file size, but installs on any Android device or emulator.

Download Universal

Package Identifier & Co-installation

com.playpixelpro.audictube (Co-installable with Audic Music and SmartTube TV)

Back the Developer

Power the future of Playpixelpro.

Playpixelpro creates independent open-source tools, Android clients, and creator media. Your voluntary support keeps Audic and AudicTube libre, independent, and continuously updated.

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Support on Ko-fi ko-fi.com/playpixelpro

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to common questions about AudicTube features, updates, and safety.

How is AudicTube related to SmartTube and SmarterTube?

AudicTube is a mobile-first fork of CodeSculptor/SmarterTube, which is itself a fork of yuliskov/SmartTube. Upstream SmartTube is designed exclusively for Android TV devices with a 10-foot, D-pad remote control layout. SmarterTube added a native phone/tablet touch UI on top of SmartTube's engine. AudicTube continues that work with fresh branding, 16KB page alignment for Android 15+, in-player fullscreen toggle, in-app updates, and automated GitHub release builds.

What is 16KB page alignment and why does it matter?

Starting with Android 15, devices can use 16KB memory page sizes instead of 4KB. Older C/C++ native libraries cause apps to crash or show "app not compatible" warnings on Android 15 devices like the Pixel 8 and Pixel 9. AudicTube has its native C/C++ libraries aligned to 16KB, ensuring 100% stable compatibility on both 4KB and 16KB Android devices.

Is AudicTube a patched YouTube APK or a wrapper?

Neither! AudicTube is not a patched YouTube APK (like ReVanced) and not a WebView wrapper. It is a real native Android application built on SmartTube's high-performance YouTube client engine.

Do I need Google Play Services, MicroG, or Root?

No! AudicTube operates standalone with zero reliance on Google Play Services, GmsCore, or MicroG. You can optionally sign in directly to your YouTube account through the built-in authentication flow without installing separate services.

Is AudicTube safe and private?

Yes, 100%. AudicTube is licensed under GPL-3.0 and the complete source code is public and auditable on GitHub. It contains zero advertising SDKs, zero telemetry, and zero user activity tracking.

How do SponsorBlock and DeArrow work?

SponsorBlock uses an open, crowd-sourced database to identify and automatically skip non-content segments such as sponsor messages, subscription reminders, intros, and recaps. DeArrow replaces sensationalized clickbait titles and misleading thumbnails with accurate, community-curated descriptions. Both can be fully customized in Settings.

Transparency & Guidelines

Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Use

Important transparency information about AudicTube, streaming architecture, and compliance.

Free & Open-Source Software (FOSS)

AudicTube is an independent open-source video client developed for personal and educational use under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0). It is not commercialized or monetized in any way.

100% Free & Open Source (GPL-3.0)

Custom Playback Architecture

AudicTube functions as a specialized touch client interface that renders publicly available video streams. The ad-blocking and SponsorBlock features operate similarly to a desktop web browser equipped with content-filtering extensions.

Native Client Interface

Respect for Content Creators

We deeply value the work of content creators and video producers. Users are encouraged to support their favorite channels through YouTube Premium, channel memberships, and direct creator merchandise or donations.

Support Independent Creators

Zero Hosted Content

AudicTube does not host, mirror, or upload any video files, audio tracks, or copyrighted content on its own servers. All content remains hosted on Google/YouTube servers and is subject to the respective rights holders.

Zero Media Stored on Server

User Responsibility & "AS IS" Disclaimer

This software is provided "AS IS," without warranty of any kind, express or implied. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that their use complies with local laws, terms of service, and regulations. Because no content is hosted by us, we cannot process DMCA takedown requests for external streaming media.

Provided "AS IS" • Compliance & Transparency

Upgrade your video experience today.

Ad-free streaming, SponsorBlock, and touch-optimized navigation on Android.

Get AudicTube APK Latest releases on GitHub