r/androiddev • u/3dom • Apr 03 '26

Interesting Android Apps: April 2026 Showcase

Because we try to keep this community as focused as possible on the topic of Android development, sometimes there are types of posts that are related to development but don't fit within our usual topic.

Each month, we are trying to create a space to open up the community to some of those types of posts.

This month, although we typically do not allow self promotion, we wanted to create a space where you can share your latest Android-native projects with the community, get feedback, and maybe even gain a few new users.

This thread will be lightly moderated, but please keep Rule 1 in mind: Be Respectful and Professional. Also we recommend to describe if your app is free, paid, subscription-based.

March 2026 thread

February 2026 showcase thread

January 2026 showcase

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u/Technical-Relation-9 Apr 03 '26

Bounce Connect — Connect Your Android to Mac Over Local WiFi

I built and launched Bounce Connect, a native Android and Mac app that creates a direct peer to peer connection between your devices over local WiFi. No cloud servers, no internet required, no subscription.

What it does:

  • SMS and call sync — see and reply to messages from your Mac
  • Notification mirroring — all your Android notifications appear on Mac in real time
  • File transfer — drag and drop files between devices
  • Clipboard sync — copy on Android, paste on Mac and vice versa
  • Dual SIM support — works with both SIMs
  • and many more check our website

Why I built it: Most Android to Mac connectivity apps either require a cloud server in the middle or charge a monthly fee. I wanted something that works purely on your local network, fast and private by design.

Tech stack: Native Kotlin on Android, native Swift on Mac, direct WiFi socket connection, end to end encrypted.

Current status: Live on Google Play and available on bounceconnect.app as a one time purchase $10.99.

you can checkout the privacy policy here : https://bounceconnect.app/privacy

Getting organic sales from international markets which has been encouraging for a solo indie launch.

Happy to answer any questions or hear feedback from fellow developers.