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APRSdroid - APRS Client

Tools • Georg Lukas • ⭐ 3.90 • 50,000+
Version 1.6.3e Everyone

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Permissions Explained 13 permissions requested View details

This app requests 13 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status Permission What it means Why it may be used User safety note
ℹ️ Review Approximate Location (network Based) approximate location (network-based) This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Precise Location (gps And Network Based) precise location (GPS and network-based) This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Read The Contents Of Your Usb Storage read the contents of your USB storage This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Modify Or Delete The Contents Of Your Usb Storage modify or delete the contents of your USB storage This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Record Audio record audio This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review View Network Connections view network connections This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Pair With Bluetooth Devices pair with Bluetooth devices This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Access Bluetooth Settings access Bluetooth settings This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Send Sticky Broadcast send sticky broadcast This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Full Network Access full network access This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Change Your Audio Settings change your audio settings This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Run At Startup run at startup This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Control Vibration control vibration This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About APRSdroid - APRS Client

APRSdroid is an APRS application for Amateur Radio (HAM) operators. It allows reporting your position as well as sending and receiving messages. It also conveniently displays nearby stations as a list or on a map. Feel free to contact the author via e-mail with any issues you might encounter. If you are not satisfied, you will get a refund, no questions asked. As there is no way to reply to Play user reviews or to see who wrote them, please use e-mail! To make full use of APRSdroid, you will need an APRS-IS passcode for your callsign. You can request one in advance at http://aprsdroid.org/passcode/ APRSdroid is Open Source Software written in Scala and licensed under the GPLv2. The APRSdroid features are: * See what is going on on APRS with the Hub View or on the map * One-time or periodic position reporting to APRS * APRS Messaging support * Get detailed information about a station * Follow the movement of a station on the map * Support for GPS and network location * Bi-directional APRS-IS support via TCP and AFSK * Unidirectional position reporting via UDP and HTTP * Bluetooth TNC support (beta quality) * Status Bar notification when running and for incoming messages * AFSK decoding via microphone * Smart beaconing The following features are planned for the next months: * Position reporting profiles * Tablet UI * USB serial support APRSdroid requires some permissions on Android: http://aprsdroid.org/permissions/

What APRSdroid - APRS Client Is Used For

APRSdroid - APRS Client appears to be a tool for Amateur Radio operators who use the APRS network. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used to report a station’s location, exchange APRS messages, and monitor nearby stations on a list or map. It may also be useful for following the movement of other APRS stations and checking detailed station information while on the move.

The app is phone-focused and fits a field-use context where location and network access matter. Its permissions suggest it can use GPS or network-based location, connect to the internet, pair with Bluetooth devices, and record audio for AFSK decoding through the microphone. That combination points to use with APRS-IS connectivity, Bluetooth TNC hardware, and other radio-related workflows. Based on the metadata, it may also run in the background and show status or message notifications while operating.

Common uses

  • Report your current position to the APRS network
  • Send and receive APRS messages
  • View nearby stations on a map or in a list
  • Track the movement of a station over time
  • Use GPS or network-based location for reporting
  • Connect through internet, Bluetooth TNC, or audio-based APRS workflows
  • Run as a background phone app with message notifications
Best for:
Amateur radio operators APRS users Location reporting Station tracking Radio messaging
Related tags
afsk decoding amateur radio app aprs client aprs messaging bluetooth tnc gps location app ham radio tool location sharing network access phone app position reporting radio utility station tracker tools app

App Details

Package:
org.aprsdroid.app
Category:
Tools
Developer:
Georg Lukas
Version:
1.6.3e
Updated:
Dec 22, 2025
Min Android:
4.0
Age Rating:
Everyone
Contains Ads:
No
In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

  • Official listing available on Google Play
  • Package name: org.aprsdroid.app
  • Age rating: Everyone

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