For parents using tablets, v1.7.11 includes a brilliant "Kids Lock." When enabled, the screen becomes immune to touches. Your child can tap the screen wildly, but the video continues playing uninterrupted. To exit, you must press the physical volume + back buttons simultaneously. This feature was buried in sub-menus in later versions.
MX Player Pro v1.7.11 can be downloaded and installed from various sources, including: MX Player Pro v1.7.11