HyperOS: Remove Chrome from Second Space

Problem After switching to HyperOS (POCO, Xiaomi), links from apps (Telegram, WhatsApp, etc.) open in the cloned Chrome account instead of the main one - even when the main Chrome is set as default browser. Symptoms: Click link → Chrome opens in second space Default browser settings show main Chrome Resetting settings doesn’t help Cause: HyperOS prioritizes cloned apps when handling intents, ignoring user preference. 💡 Issue reproduces on MIUI 14 / HyperOS 1.0+ with “Dual Apps” / “Second Space” enabled. ...

20 Mar 2026 · 3 min · 570 words · Potato Energy Team, ponfertato

Obtainium: App Updates from Source

Obtainium is an Android update manager that downloads apps directly from developer repositories (GitHub, GitLab, Codeberg, F-Droid), bypassing third-party stores. Purpose: Get updates faster than Google Play / F-Droid Avoid trackers and ads from third-party stores Control which versions are installed (stable, beta, pre-release) Automate updates without manual confirmation 💡 Obtainium does not host apps - it only points where to download them. The download source is always known. 📦 Installation Download F-Droid (recommended) GitHub Releases First-run setup Open Obtainium → allow “Install unknown apps” (for Obtainium only) Settings → Installation method → select Shizuku (if configured) or System installer Settings → Update check interval → set frequency (recommended: 6–24 hours) Optional: ...

20 Mar 2026 · 4 min · 689 words · Potato Energy Team, ponfertato

Shizuku: Android System Access Without Root

Shizuku is a service that provides apps with access to Android system APIs without root. It works via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), using shell privileges. Purpose: Install apps without confirmation (Obtainium, SAI) Freeze/unfreeze apps (Ice Box, Hail) Manage permissions (AppOps, Permission Pilot) Change system settings (DarQ, Naptime) Remove system apps (Canta, AppManager) 💡 Shizuku provides limited access to system functions. Full root is not required. 📦 Installation and Setup Step 1: Download Shizuku F-Droid (recommended) GitHub Releases Step 2: Enable Developer Mode Settings → About phone → Tap “MIUI version” / “Build number” 7 times Go back to Settings → Additional settings → Developer options Step 3: Enable Wireless Debugging In Developer options → ✅ Wireless debugging Tap “Pair device with pairing code” → note code and port In Shizuku: “Start” → “Pairing” → enter code and port After pairing: “Start” → service launches Check status: ...

20 Mar 2026 · 4 min · 704 words · Potato Energy Team, ponfertato