Scoped storage loophole?

[anon(10181084)]

Ok, so according to https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/...-older-apis-and-core-apps-like-file-managers/ it seems that apps will need to either target Android 10 to retain legacy storage access or request a new permission. Well, that first part could be exploited pretty easily even Google makes all apps target ANdroid 11 in 2021. All I would need to do is, either manually edit the androidmanifest.xml file inside an APK and resign said APK, or simply use my automated modding software of choice (this second option breaks some apps) to set the target API level to Android 10 Q. This will work as long as apps support Android 10 or earlier. Also, using old versions of apps (which you can download from safe sites like APKMirror, APKPure and Uptodown) that target Q is an easy way to deal with this. Some of these APK sites even tell you what the minimum and target API levels are, so less tech savvy people will get to survive this too. Now another thing is that new permission targeted at allowing file managers to work normally. That part is literally a godsend, as I could in theory use that to put stuff into directories that the apps I want to use with whatever files I want are able to access.

 

[anon(50597)]

You know what I’m going to do? Enjoy my device with added security.

 

[Almeuit]

You know what I’m going to do? Enjoy my device with added security.

Yep.

 

[Jassy78]

Yes I heard , that seems that apps will need to either target Android 10 to retain legacy storage access or request a new permission.

 

[anon(10181084)]

Yes I heard , that seems that apps will need to either target Android 10 to retain legacy storage access or request a new permission.

In the dev preview I tried it doesn't exactly work. But once they fix it I will be sure to get my last laugh when I mod apps that are backwards compatible with older Android versions to target 10 instead of 11. Modern apps are harder to hack with my old methods but I'm sure I'll get my paws on the right tools and MAYBE make a tutorial on my YouTube channel as a way of giving Google the bird!

 

[anon(10181084)]

You know what I’m going to do? Enjoy my device with added security.

With less functionality? Enjoy your iPhone.

 

[anon(50597)]

With less functionality? Enjoy your iPhone.

I’ll enjoy both my iPhone XR as well as my a Pixel 3a and miss nothing. This doesn’t bother me at all.

 

[anon(10181084)]

I’ll enjoy both my iPhone XR as well as my a Pixel 3a and miss nothing. This doesn’t bother me at all.

Not everyone is like you with locked down systems. I personally know MANY less technical people who want their free file access just like they have on their computers. Scoped storage is here to condition us to be used to control, removed freedoms and limitations in the tech world for the upcoming cyber-dystopia that will happen. In several years you will be sorry and start crying to me saying I was right after all.

That is all I have to say.

 

[anon(50597)]

Not everyone is like you with locked down systems. I personally know MANY less technical people who want their free file access just like they have on their computers. Scoped storage is here to condition us to be used to control, removed freedoms and limitations in the tech world for the upcoming cyber-dystopia that will happen. In several years you will be sorry and start crying to me saying I was right after all.

That is all I have to say.

Here we go again with your conspiracy theories.

The average user doesn’t care about file access any more than they care about learning code. They care about Facebook, taking selfies and buying crap on Amazon.

I understand you are affected with your hobby of manipulating smartphones and computers. These devices have become part of our culture and Google and Apple need to make sure the majority of users, which you don’t belong to, are protected and their experience makes them want to continue using these devices.

None of us know exactly how this will play out but one thing I am sure of is I won’t be coming back to you to tell you were right about anything.

 

[anon(10181084)]

Here we go again with your conspiracy theories.

The average user doesn’t care about file access any more than they care about learning code. They care about Facebook, taking selfies and buying crap on Amazon.

I understand you are affected with your hobby of manipulating smartphones and computers. These devices have become part of our culture and Google and Apple need to make sure the majority of users, which you don’t belong to, are protected and their experience makes them want to continue using these devices.

None of us know exactly how this will play out but one thing I am sure of is I won’t be coming back to you to tell you were right about anything.

OK the conspiracy theory part was a stop stereotyping that all people take Facebook selfies and stuff. Buisiness people who regularly use open file access for documents and stuff, normal people who like to make custom media folder structures or edit content across apps, etc... As I said I know many less savvy individuals that specifically hate the walled garden idea.

But looking on the positive end, I think workarounds will be available ANF Google might get more lenient if users cry. They tried the SD card crap on KitKat and I hope Scoped Storage gets dumped like that did.

 

[anon(50597)]

OK the conspiracy theory part was a stop stereotyping that all people take Facebook selfies and stuff. Buisiness people who regularly use open file access for documents and stuff, normal people who like to make custom media folder structures or edit content across apps, etc... As I said I know many less savvy individuals that specifically hate the walled garden idea.

But looking on the positive end, I think workarounds will be available ANF Google might get more lenient if users cry. They tried the SD card crap on KitKat and I hope Scoped Storage gets dumped like that did.

Sure, lots of people like the freedom of Android, that’s part of what makes it popular. I would argue the main reason, with the majority of people, is the variety of phones at different prices. Many people use Apple and enjoy the fact that keeps them secure and isn’t fragmented. Everyone is on the same playing field.

It comes down to what the majority wants. Again, we have to wait to see how this turns out. It’s premature to start predicting how terrible it might be. If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life is that it is always changing and those who can adapt are happier and less stressed.

 

[Almeuit]

Not everyone is like you with locked down systems. I personally know MANY less technical people who want their free file access just like they have on their computers. Scoped storage is here to condition us to be used to control, removed freedoms and limitations in the tech world for the upcoming cyber-dystopia that will happen. In several years you will be sorry and start crying to me saying I was right after all.

That is all I have to say.

I have yet to find something I can't do on my phones that I need. Seems your needs are different.. that's fine but don't pretend like everyone is in your boat.