Orion Store

Orion Store is a modern, serverless app store that relies completely on GitHub repositories and GitHub Actions.

There is no centralized backend, no opaque process, and no hidden uploads. Apps are fetched directly from their source repositories, updates are tracked automatically, and everything remains publicly auditable.

Key Highlights ⚡

- Fully serverless architecture - One click app downloads - Automatic update detection and notifications - No ads inside the app - Automatic APK cleanup after installation - Extremely lightweight, around 5 to 6 MB - Web wrapped but feels close to native - Built with transparency and community trust in mind

Architecture and Transparency 🔍

Orion is built around openness. App Warehouse

All apps live in the Orion Data repository.

- app.json contains the full app catalog - Apps are added through community pull requests - No manual uploads or private binaries

Smart API Handling

- mirror.json intelligently bypasses GitHub API rate limits - Ensures stability even under heavy usage

Every step is visible, reviewable, and reproducible.

Themes 🎨

Orion supports multiple themes:

- Light - Dark - Dusk A custom theme introduced with its own identity

Developer Mode 🛠️

Orion includes a hidden Developer Mode designed for power users. Unlock Method

- Tap the Orion Store header 8 times

Developer Features

- Advanced debugging options - App metadata inspection - Manual refresh and diagnostics - GitHub API configuration

Personal Access Token Support

Users can add their own GitHub Personal Access Token inside Developer Mode.

- Default API limit: 60 requests per hour - With PAT: up to 5000 requests per hour

This improves performance without compromising transparency.

Gamification and Badges 🏆

Orion includes 8 cosmetic badges.

- Each badge has a unique hidden unlock condition - No public hints or documentation - Encourages exploration and curiosity

Badges are purely cosmetic and do not affect app functionality.