Software:Magisk

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Short description: Systemless root app for Android

Magisk is free and open-source software for the rooting of Android devices, developed by John Wu. Magisk supports devices running Android 6.0+.[1]

Magisk
Magisk Logo.svg
Screenshot
Magisk 26.4 screenshot.png
Screenshot of the home page
Original author(s)John Wu (topjohnwu)
Stable release
26.3 / September 4, 2023; 5 months ago (2023-09-04)
Repositorygithub.com/topjohnwu/Magisk
Written inC++[2]
Operating systemAndroid
PlatformAndroid
LicenseGPL-3.0

Overview

Magisk is a free and open-source software that enables users to gain root access to their Android devices. With Magisk, users can install various modifications and customizations, making it a popular choice for Android enthusiasts. Additionally, Magisk comes with a built-in app called Magisk, which allows users to manage root permissions and install various modules.[3]

Magisk has a systemless approach and modular design; it offers a safe and easy way to root a device and add new features and functionality.[4]

History

Magisk started out as a small project created by John Wu, it has now grown to more than 252 contributors. In version 21, support for Android 11 was added.[5] In version 22, support for the Samsung Galaxy S21 was added.[6] In version 26, support for Android 5 and earlier was removed.[7]

The original developer John Wu started working for the Android security team in 2021.[8] In 2021, the MagiskHide feature of Magisk was discontinued by the original developer John Wu. Arnoud Wokke from Tweakers argued that there is a high chance this feature will be developed by a third party developer as a Magisk module.[9]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Wu, John (2022-12-12), topjohnwu/Magisk, https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk, retrieved 2022-12-12 
  2. ↑ "Topjohnwu/Magisk". 3 May 2022. https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk. 
  3. ↑ "Magisk Zip" (in en-US). 2022-01-02. https://magiskzip.com/. 
  4. ↑ "Magisk APK" (in en-US). 2 January 2022. https://magiskzip.com/magisk-app/. 
  5. ↑ "Root-methode Magisk krijgt ondersteuning voor Android 11" (in NL). https://tweakers.net/nieuws/173008/root-methode-magisk-krijgt-ondersteuning-voor-android-11.html. 
  6. ↑ Wilde, Damien (2021-02-24). "Magisk v22.0 adds support for Galaxy S21 series, app hiding improvements, plus more" (in en-US). https://9to5google.com/2021/02/24/magisk-v22-0-adds-support-for-galaxy-s21-series-app-hiding-improvements-plus-more/. 
  7. ↑ Wilde, Damien (2021-05-13). "Magisk v23 drop pre-Android 5 device support" (in en-US). https://9to5google.com/2021/05/13/magisk-v23-0-brings-safetynet-fixes-while-dropping-legacy-device-support/. 
  8. ↑ "Magisk-ontwikkelaar gaat bij Google aan de beveiliging van Android werken" (in NL). https://tweakers.net/nieuws/181750/magisk-ontwikkelaar-gaat-bij-google-aan-de-beveiliging-van-android-werken.html. 
  9. ↑ "Ontwikkelaar Magisk stopt met MagiskHide en eigen repo voor modules" (in NL). https://tweakers.net/nieuws/186182/ontwikkelaar-magisk-stopt-met-magiskhide-en-eigen-repo-voor-modules.html. 

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