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JuiceSSH – Give me my pro features back (nproject.io)

402 points by jandeboevrie · 268 days ago · 172 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about JuiceSSH, an SSH client for Android, and the removal of its pro features. The discussion reveals that users are looking for alternatives, with some suggesting Termux, a terminal emulator and Linux environment for Android. The built-in Android terminal app is also mentioned as an option, but its availability and functionality are limited. Users are sharing their experiences and opinions on the best alternatives for SSH and terminal access on Android.

Main themes

  • JuiceSSH pro features removal
  • Android terminal apps
  • SSH clients
  • Termux and Linux on Android
  • Android virtualization

What commenters say

  • Termux is a viable alternative to JuiceSSH, offering a terminal emulator and Linux environment on Android.
  • The built-in Android terminal app is not widely available and has limited functionality, making it less desirable than other options.
  • Some users prefer the built-in terminal app, but its flakiness and lack of features are major drawbacks.
  • The removal of JuiceSSH pro features has led users to seek alternative SSH clients, with some suggesting Serverbox and others recommending Morphie or Revanced patches.
  • The availability of the built-in terminal app is not solely dependent on hardware, but also on software and virtualization support.
  • Qualcomm's lack of support for nested virtualization may limit the availability of the built-in terminal app on certain devices.
  • GrapheneOS users have reported issues with the built-in terminal app, including flakiness and corruption.
  • The built-in terminal app's limitations, such as the lack of essential features and inability to open in full-screen mode, make it less useful for some users.