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[Android Apps and Games] azn_spidey:
Uninstall not working?

I've installed latest version 12.49.55 (root non magisk) on my android box (7.1) and tried playing 4K content.

I wasn't able to get selectable 2160p playback quality from iYTBP unless I turned on forced overriding device resolution from the app settings. However, choosing 2160p starts playing fine for a few seconds and then crashes the OS, which auto reboots into and endless boot load animation.

I've tried uninstalling both with .plz and .sh files (copying to /sdcard/Download/) then installing the universal install (v2.8) using TWRP, but getting the same error:

Installing zip file '/sdcard/Download/iYTBP-vanced-universal-installer-v2.8.zip'

Checking for Digest file...

Skipping Digest check: no Digest file found

Updater process ended with ERROR: 1

Error installing zip file '/sdcard/Download/iYTBP-vanced-universal-installer-v2.8.zip'

I'd like to remove iYTBP and test 4K playback with the official YT app to check if it plays back 4K content normally.
[Android Apps and Games] michael_0394:
FYI for anyone having trouble with YouTube app auto updating by itself, try MagiskHide on play store. It won't disable the notification but it keeps it from updating out of nowhere.
[Android Apps and Games] btmusicman313:
I'm on non root and I can't seem to get microg to install, I've searched the thread but I haven't seen any answers so any help would be greatly appreciated
[Android Apps and Games] azn_spidey:
So I've reinstalled my android box FW to get it back to stock since that was my easiest option and I didn't mind since I've not gone and customised it much. I'd still like to know how to unistall iYTBP though as I can't resort to flashing the FW each time an issue comes up.

So I've tested 4K playback with the official YT app and it seems to work without any crashing. To enable the 4K option, I had to apply the BuildProp hack...

https://xdaforums.com/picture.php?albumid=14792&pictureid=57139

Notice how my viewport is only detected as 1920x1080, although video format shows 4K - so it the app scaling 4K content into 1080p or am I actually seeing 4K on my TV regardless of the detected viewport?

Here's the nerd stats from my TV's built-in Youtube app:

https://xdaforums.com/picture.php?albumid=14792&pictureid=57140

These stats are less confusing and shows that my TV is indeed playing 4K YouTube content.
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
This mod wasn't tested on, intended for or confirmed working on any Android boxes.

Easiest uninstall is to run the installer selecting uninstall with settings.sh or plz. But you usually still need the APK to be in download folder for the installer zip to work.

Or just use a root file explorer and delete it from system/app (literally the easiest) or with twrp file manager.
[Android Apps and Games] azn_spidey:
Thanks for your response [MENTION=5752019]madbat99[/MENTION].

I've reinstalled latest iYTBP and the BuildProp hack works with it to allow 4K quality as selectable option. Still experiencing system freezes, but a lot less frequent than before when I was using the option to override max resolution to display 4k option.

Anyone else experience weird visual interface bugs with iYTBP?

I've come across 2:

1. A white grey bar at the bottom covering the interface, which disappears if you change to different screens of the interface.

2. A solid coloured bar that follows the mouse cursor, same colour as what I assume the mouse is currently hovering over (hard to tell because mouse hidden by coloured bar) - I use rii i8+ wireless keyboard/trackpad.

I'm a developer myself, but in a different field so I understand and appreciate that you can't have everything perfect. Whilst the occassional system lock-ups are bothersome, I think it's a trade I can live with as there is nothing more annoying that watching a video with adds popping up every 5 mins! Great job and keep up the good work ;)
[Android Apps and Games] athul173:
Rooted iytbp app keeps crashing after installing from magisk repo
[Android Apps and Games] Bajanman:
For those wanting a true Android tv box version then go >-smartyoutubetv-<:good:

Hope this helps those trying to use this version which isn't designed for the Android box!

Make sure you bookmark the GitHub page for any future updates.

Enjoy...:cool:
[Android Apps and Games] Razerman:
:victory:

[IMG="Cast Button remover"]https://i.gyazo.com/a5dde43d766296b567c8427d686fa8cc.png[/IMG]
[Android Apps and Games] Gigobaito:
Strange, I'm on latest non-root build, and I do not have that option.
[Android Apps and Games] Razerman:
I should've wrote something it seems :P I just added it a few minutes before posting that picture so yes, it's not there in any released versions.
[Android Apps and Games] Logan:
[MENTION=4714254]Razerman[/MENTION] is the dev of iytpb and his screenshot is a beta version made by himself. (IYTPB team is pretty big and huge thanks for them all)
[Android Apps and Games] Vordx:
Feelsgoodman. Seeing those intelligent people work is fascinating.
[Android Apps and Games] Emu:
PS3 YouTube app asks to confirm the first time you pair two devices. All subsequent times it casts immediately for me. Not every device that I can cast to is owned by me much less in use by me when it's turned on.

Yes please! That would be incredible!! :D
[Android Apps and Games] lightdelegate:
Hi and thanks ?

Tried to download and install on my rooted note 8 with dr. Kitan rom.

Tried 3 files. All is in installing and say "the package appears to be corrupt".

Please help
[Android Apps and Games] shaqman89:
Did you follow the instruction given in the OP?
[Android Apps and Games] lightdelegate:
Yes I did.

Anyway, a friend gave me apk. Now it works.

Thanks ? ? ?
[Android Apps and Games] phillibl:
Good to hear.
[Android Apps and Games] 0v3rl0rd:
I'm using latest IYTBP (12.49.55) on my Oneplus 5. In the instructions (non magisk root method) it says to choose slightly higher DPI (if exact match doesn't exist). My DPI is 420, so I installed 480 DPI version.

The problem which I'm having is the YouTube updateing all by itself. I tried installing it with and without "detach" options (both the plz and use_this_setting.sh). Also tried detaching it from playstore using Titanium Backup.

But it just keeps updating :/

The only time it doesn't update is if I turn automatic updates completely in the play store.

Any help appreciated :)
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
Go to YT in the playstore, hit the menu button in upper right corner, (three dots) uncheck auto update. Those datach methods listed have been failing for some (especially if you don't have magisk).
[Android Apps and Games] Timmmmaaahh!:
You can turn auto updates off individually for apps via YouTube's Play Store page. Detach should've worked though. Can you flash again, with the detach mod in place and share the TWRP log? Titanium's detach is only temporary.
[Android Apps and Games] jdmsohc22:
Do you remember what version you used for the LG 8.0 tab? I can't get it to work on my LG G-Pad X 8.0 for some reason..

Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] Kinto:
Hi all, sorry to ask you but i tryed EVERYTHING described in post 1, 2, 3 and 4!

I have a rooted device with Magisk.

I uninstalled all youtube, i even used the vanced installer with uninstall.plz file in twrp (even with titanium)

I have NO errors installing IYTBP using magisk or installing it normally.

IYTBP is perfectly installed (i have its settings in youtube, like removing the suggestions and cards...), but ADS keeps appearing! :(

Where could be my fault? I litterally tryed ALL the methods in OP, but nothing

P.S. i think it is better to update a bit the installing instructions, because in "magisk installer" it says to download the apk.

But just in mediafire you can find the apk....using the google link, someone could search the vance apk in the magisk folder, invain (there is just the zip file to be used in magisk directly).
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
If you are using the latest version, it is highly unlikely you are getting ads in iytbp. How about a screenshot of iyt settings, (to show version) and of an ad playing.

Also, if you're using magisk, just use the one magisk repo (available in magisk manager app in download section). That way you know you have the newest.
[Android Apps and Games] sashaohio:
Hey guys, quick question. Installed the non-root version on galaxy s8 - everything works great, so huge thanks! But unfortunately I can't add my google account :( Is this feature even available or am I doing something wrong?
[Android Apps and Games] Kinto:
Perhaps I missed one important information: I'm using Chromecast to watch videos on my TV (and adguard as my no ads app.... But I tried even switching it off).

After some videos an ads is showing and I need to click on "skip ads" as soon as that button appears on YouTube).
[Android Apps and Games] evgeniy vinogradniy:
Thanks! Very helpful
[Android Apps and Games] cr4ck3dn:
It's OK now. First time I tryed to install with bootloader not ADB ? because my PC not working.

I downloaded original YouTube from play and I replaced apk And works OK background play.
[Android Apps and Games] stefan1234566789:
Thank you so much !

I searched so much for this alternative .

You are a real developer . thank you again
[Android Apps and Games] sjamie:
After flashing your app many times, I admit that I now feel foolish upon rereading your post. I thought you were saying that your app blocks YouTube ads. :cyclops:
[Android Apps and Games] sjamie:
Interesting discovery:

Although flashing the zip made by [MENTION=7597286]AptLogic[/MENTION] makes installing iYTBP a lot easier, for some reason, YouTube will no longer remember playback positions so you can't return to a video and just continue where you left off.

Placing the apk from the OP in a folder then copying that folder to root\system\app\ allows YouTube to remember playback positions correctly.

Anyone understand why the installation method makes a difference in how YouTube behaves assuming the apks are exactly the same?
[Android Apps and Games] Master_T:
I tried to apply the mod to the ad-free apks by arte97, but they failed to rebuild. However, I was not at my usual setup, so it might have been a configuration problem (was running windows, and I don't trust it's not screwing things up). I'll try again as soon as I have time, using my original modding VM.

Thanks for the pointers about installation, I edited the first post with new instructions to make things easier for people.

Thanks to [MENTION=7597286]AptLogic[/MENTION] for the zip packages. I will gladly put them in the OP, as soon as someone clears up or confirms sjamie's post about the installation ZIPs loosing the last playback position feature (it's a feature I use often, so I don't want to link to versions that don't have it in the OP)

Finally, reading a lot of complaints about the hosting sites I used. Please tell me some hosting sites that you guys are agreeable with, as long as they don't require registration, and I'll be happy to reupload there.
[Android Apps and Games] ranaxda200:
Google Drive ftw :good:

Also one thing pointing out on the OP, set permission 755 to the folder and 644 to the apk before rebooting device.
[Android Apps and Games] Master_T:
Don't want to host modded Google apps on my Google account to be honest. Or anywhere. That's why I asked for a service that doesn't require registration :p

But if someone is willing to mirror them and share the link, I'll be more than happy to put it in the op :good:
[Android Apps and Games] Jsilver73:
I'm uploading to my AFH now :highfive:
[Android Apps and Games] Master_T:
Thanks, I've updated the OP with the Magisk module and some more instructions on the correct permissions to apply
[Android Apps and Games] Jsilver73:
Here is the link to the root folder I made which I will create 3 folders inside to correspond to:

apks only

Zip installer apks

Magisk modules

Only iYTB and arm is there so far but I will continue uploading this afternoon so all files are in logical place

It makes more sense to have 1 link that never need altered and then uses can navigate and find the files they need and it's easy to update ;)

https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=159407

Of course you can post this link in the OP now whilst I upload the files.
[Android Apps and Games] Master_T:
Added to the OP, thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] michele955:
Hi,

Is it possible to use adb command without root?
[Android Apps and Games] AptLogic:
Whoever downloaded 5 zips from the Azure server overnight I hope you're gonna upload them somewhere because you brought my server over quota again.
[Android Apps and Games] sjamie:
Hmm... I didn't set permissions on neither the folder nor the apk but the app works perfectly... :confused:
[Android Apps and Games] drawix:
i would love to see the snapperfs apk for nougat
[Android Apps and Games] cr4ck3dn:
Same for me. Default permissions is set 666 and works OK.

Of course you need to deactivate Auto update from play or update yt app.

I have an small general problem with YouTube, TuneIn , music etc.

When screen is off and I press vol- screen wake up , happens only with - volume button.

Is any setting to deactivate this?
[Android Apps and Games] sjamie:
Both volume buttons are working properly for me.
[Android Apps and Games] AptLogic:
If its happening across music platforms then its probably a firmware issue.
[Android Apps and Games] Master_T:
By popular request, OP updated with adblocked versions of the mod!

Still untested, please report! And thanks to [MENTION=4898097]arter97[/MENTION] for his modded YT apks!!
[Android Apps and Games] laura almeida:
Now this is a perfect example of how to hijack a thread from OP
[Android Apps and Games] ram4ufriends:
There is nothing wrong with what he did..he is just helping
[Android Apps and Games] Midomad:
Lol,she jokes [emoji6]
[Android Apps and Games] laura almeida:
Ooo o.0 someone is in LOVE [MENTION=3279788]ZaneZam[/MENTION]
[Android Apps and Games] B0IIE:
How does this detach trick work?
[Android Apps and Games] Midomad:
With Titanium Back Up i assume!
[Android Apps and Games] Hubi97:
https://xdaforums.com/android/software-hacking/mod-detach-market-links-theme-ready-apps-t3447494

If you had searched this thread (for example for "detach") you would have found this in about one minute:)
[Android Apps and Games] Timmmmaaahh!:
Doesn't work with TiBu, at least not permanently.
[Android Apps and Games] ZaneZam:
with the nodpi version also (just asking because i didn't test all the new versions)? actually i'm not sure if the ad fixes are "water proof" for everyone of us

but maybe u can try to use the app "adaway" in addition. and maybe u can also try to use arter97's version in addition. would be nice to hear from u

if that changes anything.

who started the game, eh ? :)

thank u mate :)

indeed she is :)

one love girl one love!

but seriously, i (and i think also laura, isn't it L? *g*) don't wanna disrespect [MENTION=4085448]Master_T[/MENTION] here.

we actually considered to do a own thread but what's the point of copying the topic and do the same exact thing in a copy of this thread?

unnecessary redundance. i also see that more as a contribution to the work of [MENTION=4085448]Master_T[/MENTION] i hope he does further agree, till now he did, thx for that!! :highfive:

if that changes anytime in the future i will of course stop posting here but i can't speak for laura :D
[Android Apps and Games] James1o1o:
Yup it's the no dpi version, already running adaway also. I'll try arters and get back to you. Only just started happening today, was fine yesterday.
[Android Apps and Games] ZaneZam:
ok i see, damn then they seem to slowly "catch up" ;)
[Android Apps and Games] lildimsum7:
Is there another method to block all ads? For instance, I've never seen a YouTube ad on my jailbroken iPad using mikoto.

Btw, the ads on this YouTube app seemed to have disappeared today for me, so Google's screwing around with some of us
[Android Apps and Games] ZaneZam:
yah i think they have "more possibilities" with all their google services under the hood ;) so i wouldn't be surprised if we loose this cat and mouse game soon.

but let's see we have some "brain cells" here around (not talking of mine, mine are almost not useable anymore *gg*)
[Android Apps and Games] Midomad:
Install the right version for you're DPI.
[Android Apps and Games] realista87:
i confirm to you all that the latest apk "iytbp-12.13.53_arm64" does work well with substratum and swift black theme ( i have a redmi note 3 pro on nitrogen OS)
[Android Apps and Games] kyzn:
Isn't the latest version uploaded for arm64, 12.15.55? :laugh:

But yes 12.15.55 is can be themed.
[Android Apps and Games] :
Hey

Can u upload arm, api 16 ,no dpi version,thanks
[Android Apps and Games] droident:
No luck with ZaneZam's packages. Still getting ads here. Any pointers?
[Android Apps and Games] laura almeida:
Can you even read ?
[Android Apps and Games] :
OK I found it thanks .din't open the link sorry
[Android Apps and Games] f0li0:
Download the modded MicroG and install it. It's all in post #3.
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
Yeah should have mentioned that. Its not gonna block ads on Chromecast. You hand off streaming to the Chromecast and it's no longer iytbp. Quick search of the thread would have answered that.
[Android Apps and Games] Flipscuba:
Okay, there are MULTIPLE versions of MicroG on his mediafire, which one do I grab? I downloaded the newest Rooted, non-Magisk version of Vanced.
[Android Apps and Games] Adnan008:
v2.4.0-105
[Android Apps and Games] 0v3rl0rd:
I just flashed the OOS 5.0.4. update, and guess what - stock YouTube came back xD

So I uninstalled it (from Titanium - because it is system app) and installed iYTBP again.

Maybe I'm using the PLZ file wrong. I did this (vanced, root version, NOT magisk):

1. download iYTBP

2. download detach plz

3. download Vanced universal installer

4. leave everything in "Downloads" folder and don't rename anything

5. flash just the Vanced installer from TWRP

Am I doing it correctly?

I put TWRP log screenshot in the attachment. You can see that it also states that is installed using MAGISK, but I'm following the NON-MAGISK ROOT guidelines :/
[Android Apps and Games] Kinto:
Then my bad. I didn't thinking to try to search for"Chromecast" tag in this thread..... Just for "ads" and to try each installing solution...

Sorry to all

PS I have to stick to the non root solution then. It stops all ads in Chromecast.... (At least without micro g installed)
[Android Apps and Games] Flipscuba:
EDIT: Never mind, reading comprehension.
[Android Apps and Games] Aykutduran:
There is no future of updating. erased
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
Detach has never worked properly without magisk. And of course official yt will come back with a complete stock install. But you shouldn't have to remove it first, the universal installer takes care of that (usually).

---------- Post added at 01:20 AM ---------- Previous post was at 01:15 AM ----------

Says who? No need to post what you don't know. But posts like yours will definitely inspire developers to want to update, so good job.
[Android Apps and Games] Bobthahog:
Do you mean which version? It was the non root version for arm CPU. And it was the 12.49.55 black theme version.
[Android Apps and Games] machx1111:
Anyone know why I am getting random "YouTube has stopped " messages? The app itself works perfectly I just get random messages YouTube has stopped when I haven't even used it for hours. I tried uninstalling and reinstalling (both YouTube and microg)
[Android Apps and Games] captain_droid:
No such problems for me..... There may be some other apps that could be causing it. You can try uninstalling or disabling other apps once to know the real cause and proceed forth.
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
So is it regular yt, or iyt crashing? Do you have regular yt disabled by chance?
[Android Apps and Games] giovanni_97:
On mate 10 pro whit TWRP end root not work, YouTube icons not appear
[Android Apps and Games] Layeen:
I downloaded a rootless version and I'd like to know, whether, and how is possible to log in with a Google account. The one I have on phone doesn't appear as an option when I want to log in.
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
Read the instructions 1 more time. (Hint- they went out of their way to make a modded microG APK to go along with it)
[Android Apps and Games] MrLederer:
problem with logging in to youtube account

the app works great, but i cant login with the microg

in the authentication process it get stuck on the step of collecting the data. after putting username and password and accepting terms.

tried clearing cache and data, reinstall the apps , rebooting.

any1 else have these problems? any ideas how to solve this?
[Android Apps and Games] machx1111:
Smart man. I had disabled it when I first got the phone.. do when I went to install this I went into titanium backup to remove YouTube but it didn't let me remove because it was disabled. So I enabled it and then I was able to truly uninstall using titanium backup. Removed it now and reinstalled (this time using manual root method). Hopefully that doesn't the trick, thanks for the tip!
[Android Apps and Games] Smantanasiceapa:
I would have a suggestion for a better iYTBP application: for exemple, if I choose a song from my playlist, and the screen goes off, after a while when I want to choose 2nd next song (let's say), and I open youtube, I found that i was throw with the song selection back to the first song of my playlist, and then I must scroll again and again to get to that song (the 2nd one). The fact is, he never keeps "in mind" the location of the current song.
[Android Apps and Games] azn_spidey:
As stated in the first post, there are special steps you need to follow if using non-root version to get your account connected with it. Read post 3

---------- Post added at 02:27 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:53 PM ----------

As far as I can tell, there is no feature to disable ads? If there are still ads, there's no interest for me as my TV's built in player plays 4K and HDR already.

I don't see why an android box would be any different to a tablet?
[Android Apps and Games] MrLederer:
what special steps are you talking about?

the steps for both install iytbp, and microg for iytbp, just say download the apk, install apk, enjoy.

it is basicly fool proof, i don't even understand what i can do wrong

i download the correct iytbp for my CPU architecure (arm)

installd it.

i downloaded the microG

it start the authentication process, but gets stuck when gathering information

i tried clearing data and cache, reinstalling a few times , rebooting, disabling adaway.

i am running lineage os 14.1 on samsung s5

you have any idea what is wrong?

thankyou very much! =0
[Android Apps and Games] azn_spidey:
Are you using the *modded* version of microG? I think you need the microG for youtube - not the iYTB version.
[Android Apps and Games] madbat99:
No, the iyt version is correct.

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Some ppl who have had trouble have had luck using an older microG. You can try.
[Android Apps and Games] sashaohio:
Thanks

Thanks, all good!