Editor's Review
The VLC media player is a versatile and popular multimedia player that is free and open source. With its cross-platform compatibility, it supports playing various multimedia files, discs, devices, and network streaming protocols. This review focuses on the VLC media player's Android port, which brings all the functionalities of the desktop version to the Android platform. Users can enjoy playing video and audio files, network streams, shares, drives, and even DVD ISOs seamlessly.
Moreover, VLC for Android is not just a video player; it offers a complete audio player experience with features like a comprehensive database, equalizer, and various audio format support. Developed by passionate volunteers, VLC for Android is ad-free, doesn't include in-app purchases or spying, and provides access to its source code for free.
Features
Plays most local video and audio files
Supports network streams and DVD ISOs
Equipped with an equalizer and filters
Full audio player functionality with database
Supports a wide range of audio formats
Pros
Free and open source
Cross-platform compatibility
Ad-free and no in-app purchases
Cons
May lack some advanced features
Interface can be overwhelming
