PipePipe

PipePipe is an open-source Android application for browsing content on YouTube, NicoNico, and BiliBili. It belongs to the Internet category and is designed for people who want to access these services through a dedicated mobile app. The project is based on the idea of reworking NewPipe while adding further functions and refinements. PipePipe provides a way to browse supported video platforms without relying on their standard Android applications. Its supported services include YouTube, NicoNico, and BiliBili, giving users one app for content from all three platforms.

The app includes SponsorBlock support for YouTube and BiliBili, helping users identify and skip sponsored sections where this information is available. ReturnYouTubeDislike is also included for users who want to see dislike information on YouTube. Search filters provide more control over how results are narrowed down. PipePipe can filter unwanted items by keywords, channels, and other defined criteria. Local playlists can be searched and sorted, which makes larger personal collections easier to manage.

For playback, PipePipe offers a music player mode and background playing. A sleep timer is available for sessions where playback should stop after a chosen period. Fullscreen gestures provide touch-based controls while viewing videos in fullscreen mode. The app also supports bullet comments and live chats for platforms and content where those features are available. Users can log in to watch restricted or premium content, subject to the access allowed by the relevant service.

PipePipe is distributed under an open-source license, allowing its source-based development model to remain visible to users and contributors. MirrorNest mirrors the official PipePipe build directly on its own storage rather than presenting an unrelated repackaged version. Before publication, the mirrored file is scanned for malware. This gives Android users a direct download option through MirrorNest while keeping the listing connected to the official build. PipePipe fits the Internet category as a client for browsing, searching, and playing online video content across several services.