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I want to announce the new all-in-one sideloading tool that I've been working on the past months. I know there are existing tools out there that work great, but they are all missing a nice and easy to use GUI. This tool combines all the steps you need to get an app onto your PlayBook, Z10 or Q10 in one application. You can search and download BAR files, install BAR files onto your device and convert Android APK files into BAR files.
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Info
Here's a little preview of what you can expect:
The start screen shows a minimalistic dialog that allows you to drag & drop .Bar or .Apk files into the tool and it will instantly install or convert it:
Easy to use
If you are familiar with the process of converting or installing apps, you will be happy to hear that:
- You can add files via drag & drop
- You can use all features for free
- You do not need to install the BlackBerry SDK
- You do not need to register for codesigning keys
- You do not need to install debug tokens
- You do not need to use any command prompt window
Some of you guys will be familiar to the icons, you might have seen them before on bb10bars.net. That's because I'm hosting the site and it's deeply integrated into the tool. You will be able to search for apps directly in the application and, if available, the tool will download and install the app for you automatically.
Screenshot: Searching for apps
Download
Open Beta has been started
You can now download the latest release! Grab the installer from one of the links below:
BB10 Sideloading Tool Setup
The current version does include:
- Installing BAR files
- Downloading BAR files
- Installer, uninstaller and shortcuts
- Software update tool
- A few bugs for sure
The current version does not include:
Converting APK filesConverter available now!
Change log:
Version 1.2.5.52
- Android APK converter
- Improved default settings
- Minor bug fixes
Version 1.1.2.32
- Double click .bar files to install
- Added custom URI protocol (test)
- Added more error handling
- New software update tool
- Minor bug fixes
Version 1.0.1.23
- Fixed expired cookie bug
- Added software update tool
Version 1.0.0.37
- Initial release
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That's it for now, I will keep you informed about further progress.
Your feedback is highly appreciated!