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Blink Linux Remote Control 1.0.1

1.9 MB / 5K+ Downloads / Rating 3.6 - 35 reviews


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Blink Linux Remote Control, developed and published by Thatguy, has released its latest version, 1.0.1, on 2016-03-01. This app falls under the Tools category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 5000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 3.6, based on 35 reviews.

Blink Linux Remote Control APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 4.0+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: co.za.thatguy.blink

Updated: 9 years ago

Developer Name: Thatguy

Category: Tools

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Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing Blink Linux Remote Control on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

App Rating

3.6
Total 35 reviews

Reviews

1 ★, on 2018-11-21
The app won't work without the server, but the server is broken beyond belief, and has been for over a year. Avoid this app if you like working stuff.

1 ★, on 2019-12-18
A hassle to get working

1 ★, on 2017-04-18
After spending a while to get the server working on arch linux, I found the android client disappointing. Right click doesn't seem to work (assumed long press), and scroll not supported (expected 2 finger scroll to work).

5 ★, on 2016-06-12
Worked well with my samsung phone as client over ubuntu laptop as server.. Total 5 stars for under 3 miutes easy setup and thank you for this awesome app!

5 ★, on 2017-02-20
Need time to setting server on ubuntu 16.04, but this work nicely, would be great if keyboard ability added. btw good work .

1 ★, on 2018-05-14
Getting the server running on Ubuntu 18.04 didn't seem to work. Perhaps they need to make a handy installation script.

Previous Versions

Blink Linux Remote Control 1.0.1
2016-03-01 / 1.9 MB / Android 4.0+

About this app

PLEASE NOTE: This is not in active development anymore.

When you want to be able to control your Linux Computer with your phone, and Wifi is not an option.

This application uses Bluetooth as it's communication with your computer.

Please Note: You will require the server in order for the phone to have something to talk with. The link with the installation instructions can be found below:
https://github.com/drpain/blink-server

USAGE
- On the "Swipe Area" (Default) screen, you can swipe left and right to skip videos / music tracks. And Up to Pause / Play. Lastly swipe Down to stop.
- On the "Mouse Area" screen, you basically have a laptop trackpad. Moving your finger controls the mouse pointer.
- Tapping once is left click.
- Tapping Twice in quick succession is right click.
- And holding your finger down will right click.

Finding time to work on this is quite tough since I work full time, but I am all for opensource projects and welcome feedback.

You are welcome to create an issue if you like. It would be much appreciated:
https://github.com/drpain/blink/issues

New features

Bug Fix: When you would drag the mouse and stop, it would from time to time right click. Which may be annoying.

I added some code to try and ensure that this doesn't happen.

Report issues here:
https://github.com/drpain/blink/issues

App Permissions

Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to connect to paired bluetooth devices.
Allows applications to discover and pair bluetooth devices.