Apps

[sameerasw]

This pull request introduces a new "App Updates" feature to the project, enabling users to track, view, and manage updates for installed and tracked repositories. It includes the addition of a new activity, required permissions, dependencies, and configuration for file sharing and installation support.

New Feature: App Updates Management

• Added new AppUpdatesActivity to provide a UI for tracking, viewing, and installing updates for repositories, including sections for pending updates, up-to-date, and not installed repos. The UI supports update installation, release notes viewing, and repo management. (app/src/main/java/com/sameerasw/essentials/AppUpdatesActivity.kt)
• Registered AppUpdatesActivity in the manifest to make it available in the app. (app/src/main/AndroidManifest.xml)

Permissions and File Handling

• Added new permissions required for the updates feature: READ_CALENDAR, REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES, and support for file sharing via FileProvider for secure APK installation. (app/src/main/AndroidManifest.xml) [1] [2] [3]
• Registered FileProvider in the manifest to enable secure file sharing for APK installation. (app/src/main/AndroidManifest.xml)

Dependency Updates

• Added dependencies for wearable services, WorkManager, Gson, and additional Compose foundation/layout libraries to support the new updates feature and UI. (app/build.gradle.kts) [1] [2]