Button Savior Non Root

Same great Button Savior without needing to root your device!

Button Savior Non Root - Essential App for Android

"Button Savior Non Root" is a highly-rated Android app that offers a floating software key panel, allowing users to simulate hardware buttons without rooting their devices. Ideal for those with broken hardware keys or who want to preserve them, it enhances navigation and user experience with features like customizable triggers, pop control, and support for E-INK displays. The app also provides themes and quick access to essential functions, making it a must-have for Android users since version 4.1 and up.
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App stats

By: Kiumiu.CA
Rating: 3.86
(8,873)
Version: 2.5.4 (Last updated: 2024-03-07)
Creation date: 2013-01-21
Permissions
Device & app history: retrieve running apps
Phone: directly call phone numbers, read phone status and identity
Device ID & call information: read phone status and identity
Other:
  • view network connections
  • full network access
  • run at startup
  • draw over other apps
  • control vibration
  • prevent device from sleeping

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App summary

Top 1 Software key App on Android Market
Top 10 Must have app for device with broken Hardware Keys
Top 1 Must have app on HTC HD2
Top 1 Software key app with best customization features
Works from 4.1 and UP

If you are afraid of breaking your hardware keys or you have broken keys or you simply just don't have any key on your device, get Button Savior to make your life easier.

Button Savior V2.1 is even better. If you have a Kitkat device, you get the ability to turn off statusbar or bottom navigation bar to release more screen area!

This app will display a floating software key panel which can be summoned everywhere anytime. Button Savior even suppports E-INK display with specially made themes provided by XDA member Berlinski.



[Features]
☆ (NEW) PopControl that allows you to add favourite action and use instantly.
☆ (NEW) Hover control supported for automatic Software Button visibility control with mouse or Samsung S-Pen
☆ (NEW) Free floatable trigger icon
☆ (NEW) Swipe to show Button Savior panel from both sides
☆ Simulates 'Home' 'Back' 'Recent Task' 'Screen Off' 'Volume' 'Camera' and 'Call' buttons
☆ Can set to always open or auto hide based on user customizable timer
☆ Two types of trigger action to choose from (Gesture trigger and Click trigger)
☆ Added Camera key and Call key simulation
☆ Customizable trigger position
☆ Also provides themese to support e-ink display
☆ Can change it to one click mode for super fast button action in option
☆ Can create shortcut action such as call someone or go to bookmark on Call or Camera keys. (With PRO)


[Got Root?]
☆ You can get Button Savior (Root) for your device although I think it is not really needed because this App can simulate all hardware keys supported by newer Android system already.


IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNINSTALL
You need to disable screen off feature first. To disable, go to setting/location secuirty/device admin to remove Button Savior from the list.

Theme contribution list:
(1) Default (XDA member stefen)
(2) Froyo (XDA member hlvl)
(3) Sense UI (XDA member internauta2000)
(4) Honeycomb (XDA member securecrt)
(5) Pen's Ginger (XDA member Pens and DreamS)
(6) Pen's Honeycomb (XDA member Pens and DreamS)
(7) Pen's Sense UI (XDA member Pens and DreamS)
(8) Contrast for E-INK (XDA member OMGWTF_BBQ aka BerlinSki)
(9) Metro for E-INK (XDA member OMGWTF_BBQ aka BerlinSki)
(10) Subtle for E-INK (XDA member OMGWTF_BBQ aka BerlinSki)
(11) K3 ICS (XDA member kam333)
(12) K3 Honeycomb (XDA member kam333)

[This app uses Accessibility Services API because]
This app uses Accessibility services to enhance navigation by calling the API to send simulated key event. The usage of Accessibility services is solely focused on enhancing user experience through improved navigation functionalities. The application does not collect any personal data or sensitive information

[This app requires following permission because]
☆ GET TASK: Need to display recent app
☆ VIBRATE: For hepatic feedback
☆ INTERNET: For ads and for shortcut with internet action
☆ ACCESS NETWORK: For ads
☆ MAKE CALL: For direct dial shortcut

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works well as a replacement for malfunctioning physical buttons
  • Has been reliable over multiple devices and Android versions
  • Offers multiple functions beyond just button replacement
  • Helps extend the lifespan of physical buttons
  • User-friendly interface and easy to install
Cons
  • Issues with fingerprint unlocking after using the app
  • Problems with uninstallation and app removal
  • Does not always function correctly on newer Android versions
  • Paid features are misleading; some functionalities are locked behind a purchase
  • Interference with user experience due to persistent icons or triggers
Most mentioned
  • Power button feature
  • Problems after updates
  • Fingerprint unlocking issues
  • Uninstallation difficulties
  • Overall reliability and survival of the app over the years
User reviews
I've been using this app for almost 10 years over multiple phones from multiple manufacturers. This app has worked over all of them. Usually one of the first I install with a new phone.
by A.C. Ault, 2024-12-01

since the new update, my app stopped working, I purchased both licence key and HD theme pack. I have been using it for several years now, never had a problem. I request the builder to kindly look into my issue
by Riaz Khyshzai, 2023-11-15

I got several SMSs from csk.gov.in informing me that my device is infected by botnet malware. I did not care untill yesterday when I downloaded an antivirus app and scanned my device. The scan showed that "Button Saviour Non Root" app had a botnet malware in it. I tried to uninstall it but couldn't. I even tried adb but to no avail. At last I had to restore my phone. I really liked this app. But now I am not sure whether I can reinstall it or not.
by Kaiser Shafi, 2023-02-16
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