The streaming market is getting more and more competitive, which is huge subscriber drops For leading Netflix in 2022. But the growth of services like HBO Max and Disney+ isn’t the only factor moving the segment.
in Brazil, apps targeting piracy It already appears between Most popular on Play Store, the official Android app store. According to data from the marketplace, two of these platforms already have more than 5.5 million downloads.
In the second week of June in the category of entertainment applications three alternative apps on the most wanted list. As you can see in the screenshot above, Cine Vision V5, Tyflex Oficial and MegaFlix platforms have surpassed official services such as HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ and Star+ duo in the most sought after category.
What are MegaFlix and Cine Vision? is it piracy
Apps that have reached the top of the Play Store have a friendly video interface reminiscent of official services, but offer the contents of their catalogs through piracy. MegaFlix, one of the most popular solutions, has an interface that can be envied by services such as HBO Max and Disney+, with fast navigation, easy downloading of the most watched content and videos.
But content distributed in apps comes from illegal sources. Unlike solutions like GoogleTVAlternative apps that bring together different broadcasts on an official platform publish pirated content: for example, movies that are still in theaters can now be watched in low-quality versions on services.
Free apps as well as distributing illegal content show a large amount of ads for users, it constantly redirects to other apps, but that doesn’t stop the platforms from growing.
Hijacking on Google Play Store
Even with the reach of apps like Google, MegaFlix and CineVision highlights He The distribution of pirated content is prohibited. and the company fights illegal practices. “Our policies prohibit apps that violate copyrights, promote illegal streaming, or try to mislead users by imitating other apps.”
On its anti-piracy website, the company also said it has removed the illegal apps from the store based on complaints from copyright holders. We’ve contacted the company for more details on the store’s security policies, but have yet to receive a response.
This Tuesday (14), Cine Vision and MegaFlix were still among the most popular in the list of the most popular entertainment apps on the Play Store, dominating the rankings among the most sought after. On the other hand, Official Tyflex, which appeared among the most downloaded last week, has probably been removed from the store and no longer appears in searches.
dangers of piracy
While free access and wide content catalog in pirated broadcasting applications draw attention, alternative platforms may pose a danger to the user, informs Daniel Barbosa, information security expert from ESET. Apart from having no formal support and structure, illegal services can also be used for illegal purposes.
According to the expert, some Illegal video apps can hide viewers The one that monitors the device, accessing everything from files to the geolocation of the mobile phone. Some platforms also require user registration and require login information, which can be used for fraud.
The ESET expert says the ideal is to avoid apps with illegal content. When apps are distributed in official stores, the company recommends that you research the background of the platform, pay attention to reviews, and seek solutions from serious companies that can be held responsible if there are problems.
Source: Tec Mundo
