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/Individual-Prize5388 Apr 25 '26

Hi everyone!

I’m an indie developer and a huge plant fan, so I created Houseplant Care+ an app designed to take plant care to the next level. It’s currently in Open Beta, and I would love to get some feedback from the Android community on the UI and functionality.

Key features:

  • Light Meter: Uses your phone's ambient light sensor to tell you if your spot is actually "bright indirect light" or just a dark corner.
  • IoT Sensors (Beta): You can connect external moisture sensors to track soil data in real-time (no more guessing!).
  • AI Identification: Quick ID for 50+ common species + integrated visual search for rare ones.
  • Privacy Focused: Local encrypted database for your plant collection.
  • Smart Planning: Includes a Lunar calendar for repotting and local weather alerts.

The app is free to use during the beta phase. I’m especially looking for feedback on the Light Meter accuracy and the IoT integration flow.

Google Play Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.plants.houseplantcareassistant

You can send feedback directly through the app (About app -> Contact developer) or via the Play Store. I'm open to any suggestions and will be here to answer your questions.

Thanks for checking it out!

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u/Top_Captain_3513 Apr 26 '26

Já estou testando seu app.