CNET Editors' review
Not every app you want can be easily installed from the Google Play store. Android Injector fills the gap by allowing you to download apps on your computer and port them to your smartphone. It gives you access to third-party apps you won't find in the Play store without having to root your phone.
Once you dodge the handful of junkware Android Injector tries to install with itself, you're greeted by a 4-inch window that mimics Android. The four-button home screen serves as the file menu you use to install the apps, which makes navigation easy. One thing holding it back from being perfect for rookie users is that it hogs your processor. This can lead to spotty performance and unexpected crashes. Android Injector doesn't always find your phone on the first try, either. However, it walks you through how to connect properly anytime you try to connect the wrong way.
As a great tool for beginners, Android Injector is the closest you can get to plug-and-play. Its forgiving interface, cool design, and quick transfers all make it a very welcoming experience for users who are just learning about APK files, as well as for those who just want to use apps that they can't get any other way.
Publisher's Description
From Harmony Hollow Software:
Allows you to quickly and easily install apps that you have downloaded to your computer in the form of ".apk" files onto your Android phone or device. Some phones only allow loading apps through the Android Market. Using this program, you can download apps from anywhere onto your computer then install them on your phone via USB connection. Integrates with Windows shell so you can install app files directly from Windows Explorer.
What's new in this version: Fixed an issue with the file open dialog.
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"Product works as expected."
Version: Android Injector 2.23
Pros
Works as expected.
Cons
Nothing at this time.
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"No Virus!!!"
Version: Android Injector 2.23
Pros
Useful program.
Cons
Still working out the bugs.
Summary
I use it myself frequently. That's why I wrote it! I am the developer and I assure you there is no malware or virus in the program. 'Luhe.Malum.A' as detected by AVG is B.S. I installed AVG to see what the problem was and it detected that in my freshly compiled exe file, right from the development environment (vb6)...right after I compiled it...meaning there was no chance for it to be infected by anything. There is no info available about the alleged infection. Nowhere could I find a description of it. Nowhere.I have no reason to force malware on anyone. I simply intended to write a useful program, which I and several thousand others find it to be.
AVG does suck...I (the developer) have been in contact with them to resolve the erroneous detection of an infection that seemingly has no description or info available about it and have gotten no replies. I use Avast and AI religiously and it (Avast) has never detected anything.
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"Why Bother"
Version: Android Injector 2.23
Pros
None to speak of
Cons
Waste of your time
Summary
Considering that you can set you phine to install fronm sources other than the Play Sore. Found under "security" in jelly bean you can simply connect you phone via USB and transfer your .APK file to whatever folder you choose the just navigate to that spot using the app of your choice and install the transfered file. Simple, no added software required, no need to worry about using some malware or virus infected piece of software.
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"So c-net typical"
Version: Android Injector 2.23
Pros
Crap c-net exclusive malware downloads
Cons
Crap c-net exclusive malware downloads
Summary
Crap c-net exclusive malware downloads
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"MALWARE Detected by Avast!"
Version: Android Injector 2.23
Pros
None of Pros
Cons
It said that it is a malware and the severity is high
Summary
it's better to use google play than this app
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"THIS IS A VIRUS!! Popped right up on AVG!"
Version: Android Injector 2.23
Pros
Ummm,..
None
THIS IS A VIRUS!! Popped right up on AVG!Cons
From your Cnet webpage too. Go figure.
Warning.. THIS IS A VIRUS!!Summary
Stated it was also a "HIGH RISK VIRUS"
I see positive feedback.. So what gives??
Updated on Nov 26, 2012
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"Amazingly newbie friendly app"
Version: Android Injector 1.0
Pros
- very simple and straightforward app. Open launcher, browse apk to be installed, install apk, fin.
- saves me from moderate complexities of using android sdkCons
- after installing, it redirects my webpage to somewhat malware infested site(according to my browser)
Summary
nevermind the con. it's 10/10.
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"Works wonderfully""
Version: Android Injector 1.0
Pros
USEFULL PROGRAM
Cons
EASY AND FREE
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"Works wonderfully"
Version: Android Injector 1.0
Pros
Can sideload apps on my AT&T Captivate without having to root it!
Cons
none that I could find.
Summary
Does exactly what it's supposed to do...easily.
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"android injector 1.0 its faboulous"
Version: Android Injector 1.0
Pros
it is very simple to use and easy to operate in your mobiles phone
Cons
no cons tho
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