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mpvExtended is an Android media player fork based on mpv-android and libmpv.
About mpvEx
mpvExtended is an open source media player for Android. It is a fork of mpv-android and is built on the libmpv library, with a user interface built using Jetpack Compose. The project describes its aim as combining the playback capabilities of mpv with an easier interface and additional features.
The project's README lists playback features such as picture-in-picture, background playback, and network streaming, along with file management tools including a media picker with tree and folder views, external subtitle and audio support, and playlist management. The README also states that the project is still in development and is expected to have bugs. Users are asked to report bugs through the Issues section of the repository.
Key features
- Picture-in-picture playback
- Background playback
- Network streaming with SMB, FTP, and WebDAV support
- Media picker with tree and folder view modes
- External subtitle and external audio file support
- Custom playlist management
Best for: Android users who want an open source media player with network streaming and local file management options.
Good for
- Free and open source, under the Apache-2.0 license listed on the repository page
- The README states that the app has no ads and does not request excessive permissions
- Based on the established mpv-android and libmpv projects
Watch out for
- The README states that the project is still in development and is expected to have bugs
- Building from source requires JDK 17 and an Android SDK with build tools 34.0.0 or later
mpvEx at a glance
- Category
- Mobile Apps › Android Apps
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Android
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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mpvEx FAQ
Which APK variant should I download?
The README says the arm64-v8a variant is recommended for most users, as it targets modern 64-bit ARM devices. The universal variant works on all devices but is larger.
Where can I download stable releases?
The README directs users to the GitHub releases page for the latest stable version. Preview builds are also available and are intended for testing only.
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