v1.1.0
NexLoad v1.1.0 Release Notes
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Overview
NexLoad v1.1.0 is a major feature release bringing a multi-tab browser experience, comprehensive privacy controls, bulk download management, and a completely revamped download engine. This release introduces over 30 new features, enhancements, and fixes since the initial v1.0.0 launch.
Highlights
- ποΈ Multi-Tab Browser β Opera Mini-style tab gallery with normal and private (incognito) modes
- π‘οΈ Ad Blocking Engine β Customizable tracker blocking with site-level controls
- π Browsing History β Persistent history storage accessible from the browser menu
- π₯ Bulk Download Actions β Batch pause, resume, retry, and delete
- π Force-Dark Web β Force dark mode on all websites
- π¨ 13 Accent Colors β Full color customization with AMOLED black mode
Features
Browser
- Multi-tab support with tab gallery (tap tab icon in header)
- Private/Incognito tabs with automatic cookie/cache isolation
- Browsing history with persistent storage
- Customizable ad/tracker blocking with site allowlist/blocklist
- Force-dark web rendering
- Search engine selection
- Homepage customization
- Content settings (JavaScript, cookies, pop-ups)
Download Engine
- Multi-threaded segmented downloads with adaptive chunking
- Support for 20+ platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Reddit, Pinterest, SoundCloud, Vimeo, Twitch, Dailymotion, Tumblr, and generic fallback)
- Smart MIME type and file extension resolution
- Background integrity checks via WorkManager
- Download queue with pause/resume/retry
UI/UX
- Redesigned dashboard with analyze-first UX
- Dynamic platform detection with favicon support
- Multi-item selection in file library
- Real-time download monitoring with speed and ETA
- AMOLED dark mode and 13 accent colors
- Configurable browser navigation position
Security & Privacy
- Private vault with PIN protection
- Incognito browsing mode
- Ad/tracker blocking engine
- Force-dark web rendering
- HTTPS-only toggle
Installation
Download
| File | Size | SHA-256 |
|---|---|---|
app-release.apk |
15.13 MB | CE23E9DBE52D6DE27076B0472C92A6ED289059DFDB51E7AD6D99A128D069694F |
app-release.aab |
15.40 MB | D0C014B13541EECC143D482F399E37D5754C0429923CDB39AC272B27673FE0E9 |
Requirements
- Minimum: Android 7.0 (API 24)
- Target: Android 16 (API 36)
- Architecture: ARM64, ARM, x86_64 (universal APK)
Install via APK
- Download
app-release.apk - Enable "Install from unknown sources" in Settings
- Open the APK and follow installation prompts
Install via App Bundle (AAB)
Use the AAB with bundletool or upload to Google Play Console.
Changelog
See CHANGELOG.md for complete changelog.
Compatibility
- Android 7.0 β Android 16
- All screen sizes and orientations
- ARM64, ARM, x86_64
- No root required
Known Issues
- ProGuard/R8 minification is currently disabled for easier debugging
google-services.jsonis not bundled; Firebase features may be limited- Debug keystore is used for local release builds (replace with production keystore for distribution)
Developer Notes
Building from Source
git clone https://github.com/abir2afridi/NexLoad.git
cd NexLoad
./gradlew assembleReleaseSigning
For production releases, set the following environment variables:
KEYSTORE_PATHβ Path to your keystoreSTORE_PASSWORDβ Keystore passwordKEY_ALIASβ Key aliasKEY_PASSWORDβ Key password
CI/CD
Automated builds are configured via GitHub Actions (.github/workflows/release.yml).
Trigger a release by pushing a tag matching v* (e.g., v1.1.0).
Credits
Developed by Abir Hasan Siam
- GitHub: github.com/abir2afridi
- Portfolio: abir2afridi.vercel.app
License
MIT License