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Download Backdrop Daydream APK 1.2.1 Universal · Android 17+

By Google LLC • Updated June 01, 2026
Tools Universal Native (Java/Kotlin) 4.51 MB
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This is the universal build of Backdrop Daydream 1.2.1. It contains native libraries for every CPU architecture (arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64), so it installs on any Android device. The trade-off is size — it's larger than per-architecture variants. Pick this one if you're unsure which CPU your phone has, or if you plan to share the APK with multiple devices.

File size: 4.5 MB   •   Min Android: 17   •   Target Android: 23   •   Version code: 1002001   •   Framework: Native (Java/Kotlin)   •   Permissions: 5

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File Information

Package Namecom.google.android.backdrop
Version Name1.2.1
Version Code1002001
ArchitectureUniversal
Min Android VersionAndroid 17 (API 23)
FrameworkNative (Java/Kotlin)
File Size4.51 MB
Signature (SHA1)9CF5AE50440931DF69989312B6B7AB15616F8278
File Hash (SHA256)74ab5e481f1b9716012101d776014e729da92480fe7d6386d5aa950f1586c43b

What's New

Bug fixes.

App Description

Turn your TV screen into a beautiful backdrop filled with satellite imagery, art and more.
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APK Permissions 5

  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS
  • com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES

Frequently Asked Questions about Backdrop Daydream APK

This is the universal variant — a single APK that contains native libraries for every CPU architecture. It installs on any Android device but is larger than per-architecture variants.

Yes — the APK's signature has been cryptographically verified against the publisher's signing key. The SHA-256 hash is shown in the File Information panel so you can independently confirm the file matches the original release.

Android 17 (API level 23) or newer. Older devices will refuse the install.

Install a free app like 'CPU-Z' or 'Droid Hardware Info' from the Play Store and look at the ABI / Instruction Set row. Most phones made after 2017 are arm64-v8a; if in doubt, download the universal variant.

All variants are functionally identical — same features, same version. They differ only in which CPU architectures the native code is compiled for, and (sometimes) which screen densities the included graphics target. Pick the one that matches your device for the smallest install size, or pick 'Universal' if you're unsure.